June 9, 2025- "A lot of positive things are happening at Intermediate South," according to Assistant Principal Casey Daniel, and that goes for both inside and outside the classroom.
Kindness Chains� an initiative that started through the district's Kindness Campaign with help from Communities That Care� got things started. Amy Ross's homeroom and their 2,346 acts of kindness combined with Matthew Condit's class and their 1,307 acts of kindness to link through the hallways (below) and surprise the main office staff (above) with their seemingly endless linkage and limitless generosity.
Meanwhile, kindness for the environment and school grounds continued with the courtyard beautification project.
"Our two courtyards, with the support of staff and students, are quickly transforming into a beautiful space for everyone to enjoy," said Daniel.
Local businesses including Moore's in Pine Beach and Lowe's in Toms River donated flowers and trees, while Suffolk Industries donated a literal truckload of mulch (right). These spaces will serve as outdoor classrooms, mental health break zones, and much more.