Investing in Educators

To show appreciation for the incredible work teachers do every day, IBSS donated Amazon gift cards to three deserving educators nominated by our employees:

• A teacher at Hanover Hills Elementary School who regularly spends her own money to supplement classroom supplies.
• A special education teacher in Centerville, VA, who plans to use her gift card to provide new books for her department’s “Literature Circle” initiative.
• A 3rd grade teacher at Padonia International School in Baltimore County, MD, who helps cover the cost of school supplies so her students can thrive.

These contributions will help provide essential supplies and resources, empowering teachers to create better learning environments for their students.

Creating Calming Corners

This summer, IBSS also partnered with Silver Spring International Middle School to create Calming Corners in classrooms. These safe spaces give students the tools they need to manage emotions, destress, and return to learning with confidence. Thanks to the generosity of our employees, we stocked each corner with items like stress balls, fidget tools, and crayons, resources designed to support student well-being.

Building Stronger School Communities

Beyond classrooms, IBSS proudly supported Silver Spring International’s annual Ice Cream Social with a donation. The event brought together students, families, and teachers to build connections and set a positive tone for the year ahead. We also provided school supplies such as writing utensils, paper, binders, folders, and erasers to ensure students had what they needed to start strong.

Supporting Healthy Lifestyles

Recognizing that learning starts with wellness, IBSS contributed funds to St. Francis Xavier Academy and St. Thomas More Catholic Academy in Washington, DC. These donations supported school lunch programs, helping students enjoy nutritious meals that fuel both learning and growth.

Backpacks for the Falmouth Service Center

The IBSS team at the NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center came together once again to support the Falmouth Service Center’s Back-to-School Backpack Drive. This year, our employees donated a total of 31 backpacks filled with essentials for local students ahead of the new school year. What began as a small effort last year has grown into a meaningful tradition, thanks to the generosity of our team members who continue to show up for the Woods Hole and Falmouth community. We are grateful to everyone who contributed to making this initiative a success.

A Lasting Impact

From classrooms to cafeterias, the IBSS Volunteer Committee works tirelessly to give students and teachers the support they deserve. These efforts reflect one of our core values: creating a positive and meaningful impact beyond the workplace. Every donation, every contribution, and every volunteer hour makes a difference, and together, we are helping to build stronger schools and brighter futures. We are wishing everyone a happy and successful 2025-2026 school year.

About IBSS 

Since 1992, IBSS has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, weather, and satellite), and professional management services.

Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide an exceptional level of service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation.

We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications. Read more About Us.

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