INTERMOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL BLOG
February 2024 Employee Spotlight - Ms. Jones!
Congratulations, Ms. Jones, the ICS January 2024 Employee Spotlight!
ICS February 2024 Employee Spotlight
Congratulations, Mrs. Jones, Registrar.
How long have you been at ICS and what do you do?
Pictured is Kim Jones, our ICS Registrar, with her son, Brayden from the class of '21, and husband, Craig.
I have been at ICS for 9 years and was hired in 2015 as an accountant. My current title is Registrar however, my job encompasses so much more than the title suggests. I would say for the elementary families whom I have not yet had the pleasure of meeting, my role is Registrar/Scheduler/Academic Administrative Assistant/FACTS/RenWeb Administrator and Graduation Program Director.
What brought you to ICS?
My husband's company transferred us to Salt Lake from Southern California and we were introduced to ICS through mutual friends who are alumni parents.
What is one encouraging thing that has happened at school recently that you'd like to share?
The ICS memory that I will hold in my heart forever is being invited by the class of 2023 to give their commencement address last year. I know the question was not about memories but I mention it because sometimes when a momentous moment like that passes, you can question your relativity to the students moving forward. I am encouraged because I was recently asked to chaperone the Music Retreat and God has once again encouraged my heart to trust His will for my ministry here at ICS.
What is your deep hope for your students and/or our school this year?
My Deep Hope for students is when their souls feel unsettled, when life's storms come, in the middle of chaos, failure, brokenness, striving for perfection, or the approval of others, in the middle of all the mess, that God would reveal His love for them so powerfully through me and others, that they would know their value is absolute, unchangeable, constant, complete, irrevocable. That they would believe in their worth so deeply that their spirit can be unleashed to change the world around them.
January 2024 Employee Spotlight - Ms. Reed!
Congratulations, Ms. Reed, the ICS January 2024 Employee Spotlight!
ICS January 2024 Employee Spotlight
Congratulations, Ms. Reed, middle school science and STEM teacher
How long have you been at ICS and what do you do?
Ms. Reed
I've been at ICS for 1.5 years (since August 2022) and I mainly teach middle school science and STEM (plus a new computer programming class, a creative writing class, and a high school physics study group)!
What brought you to ICS?
I came to ICS to begin a teaching career after many years in academic research. It's been a joy getting to see middle schoolers learn and make science fun for them.
What is one encouraging thing that has happened at school recently that you'd like to share?
Something that I find encouraging is hearing that my students are learning to like science more, when they may not have been as invested in the subject before. I appreciate they're willing to give my favorite subject a second chance!
What is your deep hope for your students and/or our school this year?
My deep hope is to build foundational knowledge, encourage creativity, and promote perseverance by engaging with God's world, resulting in increased awe and wonder of our Creator.
Preparing the Next Generation for Success: The Importance of STEM Education in 2023
It is nearly impossible to consider education in 2023 and not mention STEM. STEM careers are at an all time high, showing the value of garnering an interest in STEM during the early years of education…
Preparing the Next Generation for Success: The Importance of STEM Education in 2023
By Mrs. Pethtel, ICS K-5th grade STEM teacher
It is nearly impossible to consider education in 2023 and not mention STEM. STEM careers are at an all time high, showing the value of garnering an interest in STEM during the early years of education.
Seventh grade tests the weight of their personally designed and constructed bridges in ABC’s of STEM class.
What is STEM? STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Intermountain Christian School promotes STEM in the classrooms, showing God’s world in an interactive and engaging way. The disciplines of STEM are included in the ICS curriculum. Students learn teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking while in the STEM classroom. At ICS, Bible stories and biblical truths are woven through the daily teaching and planned STEM activities.
When considering a career in STEM, the opportunities are vast. Psychologists, pilots, engineers, financial advisors, IT managers, health care professionals and more all have careers that are rooted in STEM education. STEM occupations are projected to grow 10.8% between 2021-2031. This is according to iD Tech, an industrial leader of tech camps for teens and kids. Preparing our students for their future careers through the lens of the Bible is an integral part of the ICS STEM program. Learning to think biblically about the challenges that face our world is an important hallmark of the STEM platform.
Renee Drach (7th) constructs and codes a robot in LEGO® robotics class.
ICS focuses on the pillars of thinking biblically and critically, honing in problem solving skills and working as a team throughout the STEM program. We hope to launch our students into God’s world with an understanding of who He is and the ability to thrive in what He made them to be! The future is bright!
More STEM at ICS
Meet Miss Reed!
Learn more about ICS new Middle School Science Teacher Miss Reed!
Meet Miss Reed!
What's your new ICS title and position?
Middle School Science Teacher (aka Mad Scientist Extraordinaire)
Where are you from? If you're not originally from UT, how did you end up here?
I'm originally from Idaho, but I've been in Salt Lake for 12 years now (and counting!). I came to Salt Lake to complete my undergraduate training at the University of Utah.
Where do you go to Church?
I've been going to Gospel Grace Church for the last 5 years.
What is something most people don't know about you? OR What are you most passionate about?
My friends are my Salt Lake family and I couldn't ask for anyone better! God has been really good with providing me with great friends who love and support me. My passions are caring about people, seeing them grow and sharing truth. I love hiking when I'm outdoors or baking when I'm inside. I also love reading and writing fiction.
What are you looking forward to most in your new role at ICS?
I can't wait to enjoy God's creation by encouraging exploration, experimentation, and excitement about science with the middle schoolers!