Here are today’s announcements
Friday, February 6, 2026
Today is a A day.
Today we celebrate National Frozen Yogurt Day.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Feb. 10, 2026 afterschool in room 122.
Guitar club will meet on Tuesday in room 418 after school.
Bowling tryouts next week. Monday is 7th grade girls. Tuesday is 7th grade boys. Thursday is 8th grade boys and girls. Meet down in the gym immediately after school. See Mr. Herbeck with any questions.
Community Council’s Valentine’s Day cookie decorating event is next Wednesday. Still need to reserve your spot? Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See you there!
Attention Sidekicks, please check our Google Classroom for information about our second training and elementary school visit next week. You will need to stay after school on Tuesday.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, February 11 after school in Room 122.
Today’s influential figure from Black History is Ruby Bridges. Ruby was only six years old when she helped integrate an all-white school. Her courage helped move the country toward equal education.
Today’s quote comes from Jimmy Dean: “I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Weatherperson’s Day.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in the Art room.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Feb. 10, 2026 after school in room 122.
Bowling tryouts next week. Monday is 7th grade girls. Tuesday is 7th grade boys. Thursday is 8th grade boys and girls. Meet down in the gym immediately after school. See Mr. Herbeck with any questions.
Do you like cookies? Then join Community Council for a cookie decorating event on Wednesday, Feb 11 after school in the cafeteria. Bring $7 to your homeroom teacher ASAP to be part of the delicious fun. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Attention Sidekicks, please check our Google Classroom for information about our second training and elementary school visit next week. You will need to stay after school on Tuesday.
Select Choir auditions are up on the choir google classroom. Any choir member may audition.
Today’s influential figure from Black History is Thurgood Marshall. Thurgood was the first Black U.S. Supreme Court Justice. He fought for fairness and civil rights through the legal system.
Today’s quote comes from Jonathan Swift: “May you live all the days of your life.”
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Weatherperson’s Day.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in the Art room.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Feb. 10, 2026 after school in room 122.
Bowling tryouts next week. Monday is 7th grade girls. Tuesday is 7th grade boys. Thursday is 8th grade boys and girls. Meet down in the gym immediately after school. See Mr. Herbeck with any questions.
Do you like cookies? Then join Community Council for a cookie decorating event on Wednesday, Feb 11 after school in the cafeteria. Bring $7 to your homeroom teacher ASAP to be part of the delicious fun. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Attention Sidekicks, please check our Google Classroom for information about our second training and elementary school visit next week. You will need to stay after school on Tuesday.
Select Choir auditions are up on the choir google classroom. Any choir member may audition.
Today’s influential figure from Black History is Thurgood Marshall. Thurgood was the first Black U.S. Supreme Court Justice. He fought for fairness and civil rights through the legal system.
Today’s quote comes from Jonathan Swift: “May you live all the days of your life.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day.
Chemistry Club will meet today after school in room 505.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in the Art room.
Fashion Club today in room 409. Please review our agenda.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Feb. 10, 2026 after school in room 122.
Think you can musty and flip-reset on reflex? The Esports team is looking for more Rocket League team members for the Spring season. An interest check meeting will be held after school next Wednesday in room 314; all are welcome to attend.
Chess Club will meet in room 121 after school today. Remember, you must fill out the signup form in order to attend.
Bowling tryouts next week. Monday is 7th grade girls. Tuesday is 7th grade boys. Thursday is 8th grade boys and girls. Meet down in the gym immediately after school. See Mr. Herbeck with any questions.
Come and decorate Valentine’s Day cookies with Community Council next Wednesday after school in the cafeteria. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to get in on the fun!
Today’s influential figure from Black History is Barack Obama. President Obama became the first Black President of the United States. His leadership showed the importance of hope, service, and civic responsibility.
Today’s quote comes from e.e. cummings: “It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.”
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day.
Chemistry Club will meet today after school in room 505.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in the Art room.
Fashion Club today in room 409. Please review our agenda.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Feb. 10, 2026 after school in room 122.
Think you can musty and flip-reset on reflex? The Esports team is looking for more Rocket League team members for the Spring season. An interest check meeting will be held after school next Wednesday in room 314; all are welcome to attend.
Chess Club will meet in room 121 after school today. Remember, you must fill out the signup form in order to attend.
Bowling tryouts next week. Monday is 7th grade girls. Tuesday is 7th grade boys. Thursday is 8th grade boys and girls. Meet down in the gym immediately after school. See Mr. Herbeck with any questions.
Come and decorate Valentine’s Day cookies with Community Council next Wednesday after school in the cafeteria. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to get in on the fun!
Today’s influential figure from Black History is Barack Obama. President Obama became the first Black President of the United States. His leadership showed the importance of hope, service, and civic responsibility.
Today’s quote comes from e.e. cummings: “It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Take a Cruise Day.
Congratulations to the homerooms that won for the cold weather drive - you will get your prizes on Friday. 1st place: Ms. Cruz room 306, 2nd place Ms Senatore room 506, 3rd place Ms Clark room 514.
It’s trivia time! Which country is the biggest exporter of coffee beans worldwide? The correct answer is Brazil! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
Astronomy Club will meet today after school in Room 506.
Guitar club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Chemistry Club will meet tomorrow after school in room 505.
Chess Club will meet tomorrow in room 121. Please be sure to sign-up on Google Classroom.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in the Art room.
Join Community Council for a Valentine’s Day cookie decorating event on Wednesday February 11 after school in the cafeteria. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Dance 7 Period 1 report to room 313, Dance 8 report to room 507, Dance 6 report to room 509, Dance 7 Period 6 report to Room 412.
Dance Company rehearsal after school till 4:30PM, no late bus! Check Google Classroom for more information.
Today’s influential figure from Black History is Shirley Chisholm. Shirley was the first Black woman elected to U.S. Congress. She believed in fairness, education, and speaking up for what’s right.
Today’s quote comes from Winston Churchill: “The price of greatness is responsibility.”
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Take a Cruise Day.
Congratulations to the homerooms that won for the cold weather drive - you will get your prizes on Friday. 1st place: Ms. Cruz room 306, 2nd place Ms Senatore room 506, 3rd place Ms Clark room 514.
It’s trivia time! Which country is the biggest exporter of coffee beans worldwide? The correct answer is Brazil! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
Astronomy Club will meet today after school in Room 506.
Guitar club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Chemistry Club will meet tomorrow after school in room 505.
Chess Club will meet tomorrow in room 121. Please be sure to sign-up on Google Classroom.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in the Art room.
Join Community Council for a Valentine’s Day cookie decorating event on Wednesday February 11 after school in the cafeteria. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Dance 7 Period 1 report to room 313, Dance 8 report to room 507, Dance 6 report to room 509, Dance 7 Period 6 report to Room 412.
Dance Company rehearsal after school till 4:30PM, no late bus! Check Google Classroom for more information.
Today’s influential figure from Black History is Shirley Chisholm. Shirley was the first Black woman elected to U.S. Congress. She believed in fairness, education, and speaking up for what’s right.
Today’s quote comes from Winston Churchill: “The price of greatness is responsibility.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, February 2, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate Groundhog Day.
It’s trivia time! What is the name of the official groundhog that appears from his hole on Groundhog Day? The correct answer is Punxsutawney Phil! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 2/3 after school in Room 417!
Select Choir will meet today after school in room 604. If you were in Select Choir at the Winter Concert, you are still in the group and should attend today.
Astronomy Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
Chemistry Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 505.
Fashion Club will meet on Wednesday February 4; Please see the new post in our google classroom. We will be making mood boards!
Guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
STEM club will meet on Wednesday after school in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet after school on Thursday, February 5th in the art room. Check the Google classroom for important updates.
Today marks the first day of Black History Month! For the month of February, we will recognize influential figures from Black History. Today’s influential figure from Black History is Mae Jemison. Mae was the first Black woman to travel to space. She is a doctor, scientist, and astronaut who shows that dreams in STEM are possible.
Today’s quote comes from Jim Rohn: “Either you run the day or the day runs you.”
Monday, February 2, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate Groundhog Day.
It’s trivia time! What is the name of the official groundhog that appears from his hole on Groundhog Day? The correct answer is Punxsutawney Phil! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 2/3 after school in Room 417!
Select Choir will meet today after school in room 604. If you were in Select Choir at the Winter Concert, you are still in the group and should attend today.
Astronomy Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
Chemistry Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 505.
Fashion Club will meet on Wednesday February 4; Please see the new post in our google classroom. We will be making mood boards!
Guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
STEM club will meet on Wednesday after school in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet after school on Thursday, February 5th in the art room. Check the Google classroom for important updates.
Today marks the first day of Black History Month! For the month of February, we will recognize influential figures from Black History. Today’s influential figure from Black History is Mae Jemison. Mae was the first Black woman to travel to space. She is a doctor, scientist, and astronaut who shows that dreams in STEM are possible.
Today’s quote comes from Jim Rohn: “Either you run the day or the day runs you.”
Here are today’s announcements for Friday, January 30, 2026:
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Fun at Work Day.
Tomorrow is Mrs. Bicica’s birthday - please join me in wishing her a happy birthday.
Astronomy club will meet Tuesday, Feb. 3 after school in room 506.
It’s trivia time! What is the birthstone of the month of February? The correct answer is amethyst! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 2/3 after school in Room 417!
Our final influential figure for Indic Heritage History Month is Imran Khan. Imran is from Pakistan and led his country to its first Cricket World Cup victory. He was known for strong leadership and teamwork.
Today’s quote comes from George Washington: “Happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.”
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Fun at Work Day.
Tomorrow is Mrs. Bicica’s birthday - please join me in wishing her a happy birthday.
Astronomy club will meet Tuesday, Feb. 3 after school in room 506.
It’s trivia time! What is the birthstone of the month of February? The correct answer is amethyst! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 2/3 after school in Room 417!
Our final influential figure for Indic Heritage History Month is Imran Khan. Imran is from Pakistan and led his country to its first Cricket World Cup victory. He was known for strong leadership and teamwork.
Today’s quote comes from George Washington: “Happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Puzzle Day.
Attention all region band students, there will be meeting right after school today for all students auditions for region band this Saturday. There are no late busses so please make sure you have a ride back home. We will be done around 3:50
Ms. Popino will be hosting Bollywood dance lessons TODAY during lunches. Sign-ups are in your grade-level Google classroom.
ALL STAFF - if you have a device in your room bring it to the office ASAP. We have MANY students with missing devices
Tomorrow is the last day to bring in items for the warm weather drive. Bring adult sized hats, scarves, gloves, and socks to your homeroom for a chance to win a doughnut party.
Tomorrow’s spirit day theme for Indic Heritage Month is Cultural Dress Day. Wear traditional clothing from your culture!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Abdul Edhi Sattar. Abdul was a humanitarian from Pakistan who founded one of the largest volunteer ambulance networks in the world. He dedicated his life to helping people in need, regardless of background. His work shows the power of compassion and service.
Today’s quote comes from Florence Nightingale: “I attribute my success to this- I never gave or took any excuse.”
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Puzzle Day.
Attention all region band students, there will be meeting right after school today for all students auditions for region band this Saturday. There are no late busses so please make sure you have a ride back home. We will be done around 3:50
Ms. Popino will be hosting Bollywood dance lessons TODAY during lunches. Sign-ups are in your grade-level Google classroom.
ALL STAFF - if you have a device in your room bring it to the office ASAP. We have MANY students with missing devices
Tomorrow is the last day to bring in items for the warm weather drive. Bring adult sized hats, scarves, gloves, and socks to your homeroom for a chance to win a doughnut party.
Tomorrow’s spirit day theme for Indic Heritage Month is Cultural Dress Day. Wear traditional clothing from your culture!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Abdul Edhi Sattar. Abdul was a humanitarian from Pakistan who founded one of the largest volunteer ambulance networks in the world. He dedicated his life to helping people in need, regardless of background. His work shows the power of compassion and service.
Today’s quote comes from Florence Nightingale: “I attribute my success to this- I never gave or took any excuse.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Pop Art Day.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. members- please remember to hand in your permission slip for the field trip to Mrs. Celano by the end of the day today. Only the first 20 students will be accepted.
Drama Club! There is no rehearsal today, please check google classroom for next weeks rehearsal schedule.
Fashion Club: Please check the classroom. The Google form should now work. Thanks
Tomorrow’s spirit day theme for Indic Heritage Month is Indic Flag Day. Wear colors inspired by any South Asian country’s flag.
Tomorrow for Indic Heritage Month, Ms. Popino will be hosting Bollywood dance lessons during lunches. Sign-ups are in your grade-level Google classroom.
Community Council is collecting hats, scarves, gloves, and socks until Friday to support the charity Be The Change. Bring in items to your homeroom - if your homeroom collects the most items, you will win a doughnut party!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is B. R. Ambedkar. Dr. B. R. Ambedkar played a major role in writing India’s constitution. He worked to promote equality, justice, and human rights. His leadership shows the importance of standing up for fairness.
Today’s quote comes from H. Jackson Brown, Jr.: “Find a job you like and you add five days to every week.”
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Pop Art Day.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. members- please remember to hand in your permission slip for the field trip to Mrs. Celano by the end of the day today. Only the first 20 students will be accepted.
Drama Club! There is no rehearsal today, please check google classroom for next weeks rehearsal schedule.
Fashion Club: Please check the classroom. The Google form should now work. Thanks
Tomorrow’s spirit day theme for Indic Heritage Month is Indic Flag Day. Wear colors inspired by any South Asian country’s flag.
Tomorrow for Indic Heritage Month, Ms. Popino will be hosting Bollywood dance lessons during lunches. Sign-ups are in your grade-level Google classroom.
Community Council is collecting hats, scarves, gloves, and socks until Friday to support the charity Be The Change. Bring in items to your homeroom - if your homeroom collects the most items, you will win a doughnut party!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is B. R. Ambedkar. Dr. B. R. Ambedkar played a major role in writing India’s constitution. He worked to promote equality, justice, and human rights. His leadership shows the importance of standing up for fairness.
Today’s quote comes from H. Jackson Brown, Jr.: “Find a job you like and you add five days to every week.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today’s schedule is 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Cake Day.
Sunday was Mrs. Chiera’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy belated birthday!
All afterschool activities are cancelled this week. There are no late buses.
Help Community Council provide warm clothes to those in need. Bring in new, adult sized hats, scarves, socks, and gloves to your homeroom. The homeroom that collects the most items by this Friday will win a doughnut party!
Fashion Club: Please see the post in our classroom. Complete the survey. Watch for updates in our classroom.
Today’s theme for our Indic Heritage Month spirit week was Global Game Day where we wore our favorite sports’ team shirts! Tomorrow’s spirit day is Patterns & Textiles Day. Wear clothing with bold patterns, embroidery, or textures like floral, geometric, woven, etc.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Fatima Jinnah. Fatima was a leader from Pakistan and an important voice for democracy and women’s rights. She encouraged civic responsibility and participation in government. She is remembered as a symbol of courage and integrity.
Today’s quote comes from Eve Arnold: “What do you hang on the walls of your mind?”
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today’s schedule is 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Cake Day.
Sunday was Mrs. Chiera’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy belated birthday!
All afterschool activities are cancelled this week. There are no late buses.
Help Community Council provide warm clothes to those in need. Bring in new, adult sized hats, scarves, socks, and gloves to your homeroom. The homeroom that collects the most items by this Friday will win a doughnut party!
Fashion Club: Please see the post in our classroom. Complete the survey. Watch for updates in our classroom.
Today’s theme for our Indic Heritage Month spirit week was Global Game Day where we wore our favorite sports’ team shirts! Tomorrow’s spirit day is Patterns & Textiles Day. Wear clothing with bold patterns, embroidery, or textures like floral, geometric, woven, etc.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Fatima Jinnah. Fatima was a leader from Pakistan and an important voice for democracy and women’s rights. She encouraged civic responsibility and participation in government. She is remembered as a symbol of courage and integrity.
Today’s quote comes from Eve Arnold: “What do you hang on the walls of your mind?”
Due to the weather conditions and ongoing clean-up, all Woodbridge Township schools will follow the two hour delayed opening schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. High schools will begin at 9:40 a.m. Middle schools will begin at 10:15 a.m. Grades K through 5 will begin at 10:55 a.m. The morning Preschool will begin at 10:55 a.m., and the afternoon Preschool will begin at 12:55 p.m. As a reminder, all bus pick-ups will be delayed two hours as well.
Due to the inclement weather, all schools and offices in the Woodbridge Township School District will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026.
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, January 23, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Handwriting Day.
It’s trivia time! The month of January is named after which Roman god that has two heads? The correct answer is Janus! Join us at the next Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 1/27 after school in Room 417!
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
Guitar club will meet on Tuesday in room 418 after school.
Is your homeroom winning the race? Help make sure you win by bringing in new, adult sized socks, hats, gloves, and scarves. All donations will be collected until Friday, January 30th and will support the charity Be The Change.
In honor of Indic Heritage Month, IMS will be celebrating with a spirit week! Monday is Rangoli Colors Day. Dress in bright, bold colors inspired by rangoli art.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Begum Rokeya. Begum was an early educator and activist from Bangladesh who believed strongly in education for girls. She opened schools and wrote about equality at a time when women’s voices were often ignored. Her work helped open doors for future generations.
Today’s quote comes from Nicolas Chamfort: “The most wasted day of all is that on which we have not laughed.”
Friday, January 23, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Handwriting Day.
It’s trivia time! The month of January is named after which Roman god that has two heads? The correct answer is Janus! Join us at the next Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 1/27 after school in Room 417!
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
Guitar club will meet on Tuesday in room 418 after school.
Is your homeroom winning the race? Help make sure you win by bringing in new, adult sized socks, hats, gloves, and scarves. All donations will be collected until Friday, January 30th and will support the charity Be The Change.
In honor of Indic Heritage Month, IMS will be celebrating with a spirit week! Monday is Rangoli Colors Day. Dress in bright, bold colors inspired by rangoli art.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Begum Rokeya. Begum was an early educator and activist from Bangladesh who believed strongly in education for girls. She opened schools and wrote about equality at a time when women’s voices were often ignored. Her work helped open doors for future generations.
Today’s quote comes from Nicolas Chamfort: “The most wasted day of all is that on which we have not laughed.”
Here are today’s announcements Thursday, January 22, 2026:
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Polka Dot Day.
Today is Mrs. Olarte’s and Mr. Vazquez’s birthdays. Please join me in wishing them a happy birthday
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
The Glow Dance is tonight! Still need a ticket? Just bring your signed permission slip and $8 to the door to be part of the fun. See you at 6pm!
Help your homeroom collect the most socks, gloves, hats, and scarves to support the charity, Be The Change. Remember, the 3 homerooms with the most donated items by Friday, January 30 win a prize!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in the Art room.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Vikram Sarabhai. Vikram was from India and helped create the country’s space program. He believed science should improve everyday life, not just explore space.
Today’s quote comes from Alfred Lord Tennyson: “Love is the only gold.”
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Polka Dot Day.
Today is Mrs. Olarte’s and Mr. Vazquez’s birthdays. Please join me in wishing them a happy birthday
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
The Glow Dance is tonight! Still need a ticket? Just bring your signed permission slip and $8 to the door to be part of the fun. See you at 6pm!
Help your homeroom collect the most socks, gloves, hats, and scarves to support the charity, Be The Change. Remember, the 3 homerooms with the most donated items by Friday, January 30 win a prize!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in the Art room.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Vikram Sarabhai. Vikram was from India and helped create the country’s space program. He believed science should improve everyday life, not just explore space.
Today’s quote comes from Alfred Lord Tennyson: “Love is the only gold.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Granola Bar Day.
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
Ms. Evans’ period 4 class please report to room 417 not the gym.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in the Art room.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting today in Room 122 after school.
The Geography club meeting scheduled for today is cancelled.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306.
Esports practice will meet in room 314 after school today.
Fashion Club Today in room 409 - Let’s finish our T-shirts!
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121- see the Google Classroom if you have any questions
Forgot to get a ticket for tomorrow’s Glow Dance? Don’t want to miss the fun? Bring a signed permission slip AND $8 with you and pay at the door tomorrow, but we are not accepting money today.
Feeling competitive? Then, help your homeroom collect the most warm weather items for the charity, Be the Change by bringing in new warm weather items. The 3 homerooms that collect the most socks, gloves, and hats in adult sizes by Friday, January 30th will win a prize!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Tshering Tobgay. Tshering is from Bhutan and focuses on protecting the environment and promoting sustainability. He encourages global responsibility and caring for the planet.
Today’s quote comes from E. M. Forster: “We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Granola Bar Day.
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
Ms. Evans’ period 4 class please report to room 417 not the gym.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in the Art room.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting today in Room 122 after school.
The Geography club meeting scheduled for today is cancelled.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306.
Esports practice will meet in room 314 after school today.
Fashion Club Today in room 409 - Let’s finish our T-shirts!
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121- see the Google Classroom if you have any questions
Forgot to get a ticket for tomorrow’s Glow Dance? Don’t want to miss the fun? Bring a signed permission slip AND $8 with you and pay at the door tomorrow, but we are not accepting money today.
Feeling competitive? Then, help your homeroom collect the most warm weather items for the charity, Be the Change by bringing in new warm weather items. The 3 homerooms that collect the most socks, gloves, and hats in adult sizes by Friday, January 30th will win a prize!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Tshering Tobgay. Tshering is from Bhutan and focuses on protecting the environment and promoting sustainability. He encourages global responsibility and caring for the planet.
Today’s quote comes from E. M. Forster: “We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Cheese Lover’s Day.
Yesterday was Mr. Goldberg’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a happy belated birthday.
Help Be the Change by bringing in new warm weather items like socks, gloves, and hats in adult sizes. There will be a donation box in each homeroom until the end of this month. Top 3 homerooms get a prize!
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker before period 2. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
Dance Company members check the Google Classroom. Rehearsal after school today!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in the Art room.
Guitar Club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Chess club will meet tomorrow in Room 121. The sign-up form will be posted today after school.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room: 409.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting tomorrow in Room 122 after school.
Reminder that Thursday is the IMS Glow Dance! We will be accepting money tomorrow morning, otherwise you can bring your money and a permission slip to the door the night of the dance.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
Congratulations to all of our teams who competed in the Future City Competition! A special congratulations to Golden Bloom - Saira Dahodwala, Tanveer Sekhon, and Aishani Mekap, who placed 3rd overall and won a $750 STEM grant for our school. We’ll be sharing more about the other award-winning teams in the coming days!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Taslima Nasrin. Taslima is from Bangladesh and is known for writing about equality and human rights. She uses literature to speak out against injustice. Her work reminds us that words can be powerful tools for change.
Today’s quote comes from Indira Gandhi: “The power to question is the basis of all human progress.”
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Cheese Lover’s Day.
Yesterday was Mr. Goldberg’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a happy belated birthday.
Help Be the Change by bringing in new warm weather items like socks, gloves, and hats in adult sizes. There will be a donation box in each homeroom until the end of this month. Top 3 homerooms get a prize!
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker before period 2. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
Dance Company members check the Google Classroom. Rehearsal after school today!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in the Art room.
Guitar Club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Chess club will meet tomorrow in Room 121. The sign-up form will be posted today after school.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room: 409.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting tomorrow in Room 122 after school.
Reminder that Thursday is the IMS Glow Dance! We will be accepting money tomorrow morning, otherwise you can bring your money and a permission slip to the door the night of the dance.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
Congratulations to all of our teams who competed in the Future City Competition! A special congratulations to Golden Bloom - Saira Dahodwala, Tanveer Sekhon, and Aishani Mekap, who placed 3rd overall and won a $750 STEM grant for our school. We’ll be sharing more about the other award-winning teams in the coming days!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Taslima Nasrin. Taslima is from Bangladesh and is known for writing about equality and human rights. She uses literature to speak out against injustice. Her work reminds us that words can be powerful tools for change.
Today’s quote comes from Indira Gandhi: “The power to question is the basis of all human progress.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, 1/16
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Fig Newton Day.
Select Choir and all regular morning choir rehearsals will resume next week. New members are welcome to join. Just see Mr. T., ask a current choir member, or simply come to rehearsal on Tuesday morning at 7:30 am in the art room. We’d love to have you sing with us!
Starting Tuesday, January 20th, Community Council will be collecting new hats, gloves, and winter apparel for the charity Be The Change. The homeroom with the most donations brought in will get donuts. Please make sure donations are in adult sizes only.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, January 21 after school. Anyone interested in joining and working on the school newspaper should attend.
Attention Sidekicks, our first training will be on Tuesday, January 20th during 6th period. You will need to stay after school. Please check Google Classroom for any updates.
Dance Company members check the Google Classroom!
Wishing the best of luck to all 7th and 8th-grade teams as they compete in the Future City Competition at Rutgers tomorrow!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Malala Yousafzai. Malala is from Pakistan and is the youngest person to ever win the Nobel Peace Prize. She began speaking out at a young age for girls’ right to education, even when it was dangerous to do so. Today, she continues to advocate for equality, education, and the power of student voices worldwide.
Today’s quote comes from Duke Ellington: “Gray skies are just clouds passing over.”
Friday, 1/16
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Fig Newton Day.
Select Choir and all regular morning choir rehearsals will resume next week. New members are welcome to join. Just see Mr. T., ask a current choir member, or simply come to rehearsal on Tuesday morning at 7:30 am in the art room. We’d love to have you sing with us!
Starting Tuesday, January 20th, Community Council will be collecting new hats, gloves, and winter apparel for the charity Be The Change. The homeroom with the most donations brought in will get donuts. Please make sure donations are in adult sizes only.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, January 21 after school. Anyone interested in joining and working on the school newspaper should attend.
Attention Sidekicks, our first training will be on Tuesday, January 20th during 6th period. You will need to stay after school. Please check Google Classroom for any updates.
Dance Company members check the Google Classroom!
Wishing the best of luck to all 7th and 8th-grade teams as they compete in the Future City Competition at Rutgers tomorrow!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Malala Yousafzai. Malala is from Pakistan and is the youngest person to ever win the Nobel Peace Prize. She began speaking out at a young age for girls’ right to education, even when it was dangerous to do so. Today, she continues to advocate for equality, education, and the power of student voices worldwide.
Today’s quote comes from Duke Ellington: “Gray skies are just clouds passing over.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, 1/15
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Strawberry Ice Cream Day.
Today is Mr. Brown’s birthday. Join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
There will be no regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning.
Starting Tuesday, January 20th, Community Council will be collecting new hats, gloves, and winter apparel for the charity Be The Change. The homeroom with the most donations brought in will get donuts. Please make sure donations are in adult sizes only.
Tomorrow is the last day to bring in money for the Glow Dance pre-sale! Bring $8 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to be part of the fun! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, January 21 after school. Anyone interested in joining and working on the school newspaper should attend.
Attention Sidekicks, our first training will be on Tuesday, January 20th during 6th period. You will need to stay after school. Please check Google Classroom for any updates.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Muhammad Yunus. Muhammad is from Bangladesh and won the Nobel Peace Prize for helping people escape poverty. He created a system of small loans called microcredit to help individuals start businesses and support their families. His work shows how creative thinking and compassion can change communities.
Today’s quote comes from Benjamin Franklin: “A place for everything, everything in its place.”
Thursday, 1/15
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Strawberry Ice Cream Day.
Today is Mr. Brown’s birthday. Join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
There will be no regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning.
Starting Tuesday, January 20th, Community Council will be collecting new hats, gloves, and winter apparel for the charity Be The Change. The homeroom with the most donations brought in will get donuts. Please make sure donations are in adult sizes only.
Tomorrow is the last day to bring in money for the Glow Dance pre-sale! Bring $8 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to be part of the fun! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, January 21 after school. Anyone interested in joining and working on the school newspaper should attend.
Attention Sidekicks, our first training will be on Tuesday, January 20th during 6th period. You will need to stay after school. Please check Google Classroom for any updates.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Muhammad Yunus. Muhammad is from Bangladesh and won the Nobel Peace Prize for helping people escape poverty. He created a system of small loans called microcredit to help individuals start businesses and support their families. His work shows how creative thinking and compassion can change communities.
Today’s quote comes from Benjamin Franklin: “A place for everything, everything in its place.”
Here are today’s announcements for Wednesday, 1/14:
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Dress Up Your Pet Day.
Today is Mrs. Logrande’s birthday - please join me in wishing her a happy birthday.
Congratulations to all the IMS students who performed last night in the Winter Concert! Band and Choir students, you did an amazing job and you should be very proud of your hard work.
The Chemistry Club will meet after school today in Room 505.
Fashion Club today- Room 409- If you have not already, please fill out the attendance sheet and read post in Google Classroom.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306.
The presale for the Glow Dance is on! Bring your signed permission slip and $8 to your homeroom teacher by Friday to receive a $1 snack voucher to use at the dance next Thursday. See the IS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Mahatma Gandhi. Mahatma Gandhi was from India and played a key role in helping the country gain independence from British rule. He believed strongly in nonviolence, peaceful protest, and standing up for justice without using force. His leadership inspired civil rights movements around the world and continues to teach the importance of empathy and courage.
Today’s quote comes from Maya Angelou: “If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded.”
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Dress Up Your Pet Day.
Today is Mrs. Logrande’s birthday - please join me in wishing her a happy birthday.
Congratulations to all the IMS students who performed last night in the Winter Concert! Band and Choir students, you did an amazing job and you should be very proud of your hard work.
The Chemistry Club will meet after school today in Room 505.
Fashion Club today- Room 409- If you have not already, please fill out the attendance sheet and read post in Google Classroom.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306.
The presale for the Glow Dance is on! Bring your signed permission slip and $8 to your homeroom teacher by Friday to receive a $1 snack voucher to use at the dance next Thursday. See the IS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Mahatma Gandhi. Mahatma Gandhi was from India and played a key role in helping the country gain independence from British rule. He believed strongly in nonviolence, peaceful protest, and standing up for justice without using force. His leadership inspired civil rights movements around the world and continues to teach the importance of empathy and courage.
Today’s quote comes from Maya Angelou: “If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, 1/13
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Sticker Day.
STAFF - Reminder grade 8 is going to JFK during period 2. If you did not read your email about this please do so ASAP.
Today is Mr. Byington’s birthday. Join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
Drama Club! No rehearsal today, please check the Google Classroom to see who is called for tomorrow.
Astronomy Club will meet today after school in Room 506.
Guitar Club will meet in room 418 after school today.
The Chemistry Club will meet after school tomorrow in Room 505.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 409. Please see the post in our Google Classroom. Bring an old T-shirt to recycle. Ideas are posted in our Classroom. Complete the attendance sheet.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Dance Company members: please check the Google Classroom for important information
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting today after school in room 122.
There is a room change for the Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee Meeting- We will now meet today after school in the Art room.
Tonight is the IMS Winter Band and Choir Concert. It will be held at 6:30 pm in the JFK auditorium. Remember all must go through metal detectors, don’t bring anything metal.
Community Council Members: Please see the Google Classroom regarding this week’s meeting.
Junior National Honor Society Members: check out Google classroom to sign up for our next event.
Did you get your tickets for the Glow Dance? If not, there is still time to bring $8 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher before the presale ends.
Today’s quote comes from Bertrand Russell: “There is much pleasure to be gained from useless knowledge.”
Tuesday, 1/13
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Sticker Day.
STAFF - Reminder grade 8 is going to JFK during period 2. If you did not read your email about this please do so ASAP.
Today is Mr. Byington’s birthday. Join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
Drama Club! No rehearsal today, please check the Google Classroom to see who is called for tomorrow.
Astronomy Club will meet today after school in Room 506.
Guitar Club will meet in room 418 after school today.
The Chemistry Club will meet after school tomorrow in Room 505.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 409. Please see the post in our Google Classroom. Bring an old T-shirt to recycle. Ideas are posted in our Classroom. Complete the attendance sheet.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Dance Company members: please check the Google Classroom for important information
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting today after school in room 122.
There is a room change for the Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee Meeting- We will now meet today after school in the Art room.
Tonight is the IMS Winter Band and Choir Concert. It will be held at 6:30 pm in the JFK auditorium. Remember all must go through metal detectors, don’t bring anything metal.
Community Council Members: Please see the Google Classroom regarding this week’s meeting.
Junior National Honor Society Members: check out Google classroom to sign up for our next event.
Did you get your tickets for the Glow Dance? If not, there is still time to bring $8 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher before the presale ends.
Today’s quote comes from Bertrand Russell: “There is much pleasure to be gained from useless knowledge.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 1/12
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Clean Off Your Desk Day.
Astronomy Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting tomorrow Tuesday January 13th after school in room 122.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 409. Let’s re-style an old T-shirt. Bring an old T-shirt to our meeting! Be ready to make it New again! Fill out the attendance form please if you have not done this already.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 306.
The Chess club will meet on Wednesday in room 121. The sign-up form will be posted on Google Classroom today at 3:05.
Reminder to all band students that the winter concert will take place tomorrow at JFK. You must arrive at 4:15 with your instrument, your music, and dressed in concert black. The concert will begin at 6:30, parents are allowed into the building starting at 6, and into the hall starting at 6:15.
All choir students should meet in the cafeteria today after dismissal. We will walk up to JFK for rehearsal on the risers and you will be dismissed from there.
There will be no regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning.
Today’s quote comes from Swami Sivananda: “Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success.”
Monday, 1/12
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Clean Off Your Desk Day.
Astronomy Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting tomorrow Tuesday January 13th after school in room 122.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 409. Let’s re-style an old T-shirt. Bring an old T-shirt to our meeting! Be ready to make it New again! Fill out the attendance form please if you have not done this already.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 306.
The Chess club will meet on Wednesday in room 121. The sign-up form will be posted on Google Classroom today at 3:05.
Reminder to all band students that the winter concert will take place tomorrow at JFK. You must arrive at 4:15 with your instrument, your music, and dressed in concert black. The concert will begin at 6:30, parents are allowed into the building starting at 6, and into the hall starting at 6:15.
All choir students should meet in the cafeteria today after dismissal. We will walk up to JFK for rehearsal on the risers and you will be dismissed from there.
There will be no regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning.
Today’s quote comes from Swami Sivananda: “Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success.”