Iselin Middle School

Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Rescue Dog Day.
To all band students, just a reminder that the IMS concert will take place tonight at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to come! Band students must report to JFK door 1 at 4:10 with your instrument, music, and concert black clothing. You must take your instrument after school as the building will not be open! Best of luck tonight!
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Fashion Club will meet in room 409
Tonight is the IMS Band Concert at 6:30 pm. It will be held in the JFK auditorium. Come out and support your friends!
Get Ready, IMS - Field Frenzy is back! Join Community Council on Monday, June 8 during periods 5 and 6 to celebrate the end of the school year. Purchase your presale tickets by 5/29 and get 2 free chances to dunk a teacher! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips!
Any 8th grade student who wants to audition for either Concert Choir or Treble Choir at JFK, please visit Mr. Casem’s website and also see Mr. T. to schedule a live audition for next week.
Today’s quote comes from Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.”

Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Devil’s Food Cake Day.
Reminder for Community Council members to check Google Classroom about tomorrow morning’s meeting.
Tonight is the Robert Mascenik School #26 Band and Choir Concert. All IMS Choir students should attend to perform “Why We Sing.” Call time is 6:00. See you at JFK!
Any 8th graders who sing and would like to audition for Concert Choir or Treble Choir at JFK for next year, please visit the choir google classroom for more information. Mr. Casem from JFK will be coming down to IMS one day next week for auditions.
Guitar club will meet today in room 418 after school.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room 306; Check Google Classroom for further information.
Last Fashion club meeting is tomorrow. Message me in our classroom to let me know you are coming.
The Esports team will be holding an interest check for the Fall 2026 Smash Bros. season tomorrow after school in room 314. All sixth and seventh grade students are welcome to attend.
Today’s quote comes from Georg C. Lichtenberg: “Everyone is a genius at least once a year. The real geniuses simply have their bright ideas closer together.”

Here are today’s announcements
Monday, May 18, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National No Dirty Dishes Day.
Choir will meet tomorrow morning for one final rehearsal, however we will meet at 7:45 am instead of 7:30. Please attend.
Guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
Today’s quote comes from Aesop: “No act of kindness, no matter how small, is every wasted.”

Here are today’s announcements Friday, May 15, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Chip Day.
Community Council members, please see Google Classroom for information about next week’s morning meeting.
Today is Mrs. Rogoff’s birthday! Please make sure to wish her a very happy birthday.
Today’s quote comes from Muhammad Ali: “He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.”

Here are today’s announcements Thursday, May 14, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Dance Like a Chicken Day.
Congratulations to the Drama Club students for putting on an excellent play last night! “Fast Food” was so funny and entertaining. All your hard work really paid off!
Choir students, there is no rehearsal tomorrow morning. We will have one final rehearsal for the year next week on Tuesday morning at 7:45am. Please attend.
Anyone going to the SETS competition must see Mrs. Lubarsky today.
Today’s quote comes from Edward Gibbon: “Our work is the presentation of our capabilities.”

Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Apple Pie Day.
Attention McGann’s per 1 report to 313, Mrs. Esteves per 2 report to 417
Come support the Drama Club and see our school play TONIGHT at 6 PM. Admission is free. We hope to see you there!
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Art club is after school today!
Fashion Club is cancelled today. See our google classroom for updates.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school in Room 505
Any student going to the SETS Science Fair, please see Mrs. Lubarsky to hand in your poster edits and permission slips.
Congratulations to everyone who participated in the choir concert last night! You all did a wonderful job and your hard work really paid off!!
Mrs. DiLonardo’s homeroom class will report directly to room 117 for Period 1. Mr. Ricci’s homeroom will report directly to room 117 for Period 2.
Today’s quote comes from Mark Twain: “In the Spring I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours.”

Here are today’s announcements for Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Limerick Day.
Attention McGann’s per 1 report to 313, Mrs. Esteves per 2 report to 417 and Mr. McGann’s per 3 report to 508.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in Room 506.
The Guitar Club will meet today in room 418 after school.
The IMS Panther Press Journalism Club will meet Tomorrow, May 13 before school at 7:40 in Room 309.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in Room 505.
Come support the Drama Club and see our school play this Wednesday, May 13th at 6 PM. Admission is free. We hope to see you there!
STEM will meet on Wednesday in room 306.
Any student going to the SETS Science Fair, please see Mrs. Lubarsky to hand in your poster edits and permission slips.
Dance Company members check Google Classroom.
Reminder - there is no Fashion Club this week. Please check Google Classroom for directions.
Tonight is the IMS Spring Choir Concert. It takes place at JFK High School at 6:30 pm. Come support your classmates!
Mrs. Virdi and Ms. Grochocki’s homeroom classes will report directly to room 117 for Period 1. Mrs. Evangelista’s homeroom will report directly to room 117 for Period 2. Mrs. Nix’s homeroom will report directly to room 117 for Period 3.
Today’s quote comes from Stephen Jay Gould: “We pass through this world but once.”

Here are today’s announcements
Monday, May 11, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Twilight Zone Day.
Today is Mr. Drucquer’s birthday! Please make sure to wish him a very happy birthday.
Attention McGann’s per 1 report to 313, Mrs. Esteves per 2 report to 417 and Mr. McGann’s per 3 report to 508.
Astronomy Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
The guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
Chess Club will meet on Wednesday, the sign up form will be posted today after school.
The IMS Panther Press Journalism Club will meet Wednesday, May 13 before school at 7:40 in Room 309.
Fashion Club is cancelled this week (Wednesday). Please come by to pick up your fashion design poster to complete at home if needed. We have 1 more session.
Come support the Drama Club and see our school play this Wednesday, May 13th at 6 PM. Admission is free. We hope to see you there!
Any student going to the SETS Science Fair, please see Mrs. Lubarsky to hand in your poster edits and permission slips.
Any choir students who are going on the School 26 trip, please listen for an announcement to be called down to the lobby.
To all choir students: we are walking up to JFK after school today to practice on the risers. After period 6, pack up for dismissal and come down to the cafeteria. Rehearsal will end at JFK around 4:00 and you will be dismissed from there.
Attention all students- the after school pickleball tournament has been moved. It will now take place after school on Tuesday May 19th. Please check your Grade Level Classroom for more information
Mrs. Rogoff and Mr. Vizian’s homeroom classes will report directly to room 117 for Period 1. Ms. Schwartz’s homeroom will report directly to room 117 for Period 2. Ms. Perla’s homeroom will report directly to room 117 for Period 3.
Today’s quote comes from Thomas Merton: “Happiness is not a matter of intensity but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony.

Here are today’s announcements
Friday, May 8. 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Spouse Appreciation Day.
Any student going to the SETS Science Fair, please see Mrs. Lubarsky to hand in your poster edits and permission slips.
Reminder that IMS Clean Up Day is this Tuesday May 12th . Please dress appropriately to work outside . If you are still interested in participating a permission slip needs to be submitted by Monday May 11th.
The IMS Panther Press Journalism Club will meet Wednesday, May 13 before school at 7:40 in Room 309.
Come support the drama club and see the school play next Wednesday, May 13th, at 6 pm. Admission is free. We hope to see you there!
Attention all students, IMS will be hosting the 2nd annual Pickleball Tournament. Compete after school on Wednesday May 20th to be able to play against the teachers. See your Grade Level Classroom for more details.
Here’s your AAPI Month fact of the day… Did you know that Origami, the art of paper folding originated in Japan? You can turn a single sheet of paper into animals, flowers, and intricate designs—no scissors needed!
Today’s quote comes from Marcus Auerilus: “When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive - to breath, to think, to enjoy, to love.”

Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National School Nurse Day.
Attention Mrs. Wanko’s period 1 - report to room 313 not 121.
Congratulations to the IMS Boys Cross Country Team on their victory over AMS! Great effort by the IMS Girls Team as well, who came up just short in a very close race against AMS. Excellent work and sportsmanship by all runners!
Any student going to the SETS Science Fair, please see Mrs. Lubarsky to hand in your poster edits and permission slips.
Come support the drama club and see the school play next Wednesday, May 13th, at 6 pm. Admission is free. We hope to see you there!
Here’s your AAPI Month fact of the day… Did you know that the Philippines is made up of more than 7,000 islands? So traveling there often involves boats, not just cars!
Today’s quote comes from Tecumseh: “A single twig breaks, but the bundle of twigs is strong.”

Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Skilled Trades Day.
Attention Ms Popino’s per 1 class - report to room 306 not the stage and Mrs. Ruffle’s class report to room 313. Mr. Russo’s per 2 class - report to 507 not 135. Mr. DeGraw’s per 2 class - report to room 513 not 121. Ms. Pasqualini & Mr. Brown’s per 2 classes report to 117. Mr. McDonough’s per 2 class report to 607.
STEM club is cancelled today.
Fashion Club today in room 409.
Chemistry Club will be meeting today after school in Room 505.
Dance Company members check Google Classroom and read through the tech notes.
The Dance Company Spring Showcase is tonight at 6:00 PM. Come out and support your peers!
Reminder to Community Council members: There is a very important meeting after school today. Please make every effort to attend.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
CJMEA Honor Choir students should come to 604 after school today to work on music for your event this Saturday.
Here’s your AAPI Month fact of the day… Did you know that Bubble tea, also called boba, was invented in Taiwan? Bubble tea has hundreds of flavors and toppings from tapioca pearls to popping fruit bubbles and has now become a very popular drink in the U.S.!
Today’s quote comes from Wayne Dyer: “If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”

Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Day.
Today is Mr. Russo, Mr. Culton’s and Mr. Cahill’s. Please join me in wishing them a very happy birthday
Attention Ms Popino’s per 1 class - report to room 313 not the stage and Mr. Russo’s per 2 class - report to 507 not 135. Mr. DeGraw’s per 2 class - report to room 513 not 121.
Attention - students will be moving on cell time during testing. There will be no music played.
The astronomy club will meet today after school in room 506.
Gaming Club is canceled for today.
Chemistry Club will be meeting tomorrow after school in Room 505.
The Dance Company Spring Showcase is this Wednesday, May 6 at 6:00 PM. Come out and support your peers!
STEM club is cancelled for this week.
CJMEA Honor Choir students: come to 604 after school today to work on your music. Your event is this Saturday.
Here’s your AAPI Month fact of the day… AAPI Heritage Month represents over 40 countries across Asia and the Pacific Islands, including places like India, China, the Philippines, Japan, Korea, Hawaii, and Samoa. Each has its own unique traditions, languages, and customs, making this one of the most diverse cultural groups in the world.
Today is the Mother’s Day Plant Sale to all staff and students. Please pick up your orders by the end of the day .
We still need volunteers for the plant sale till 3:50 pm . Please sign up in the guidance if you would like to help .
Garden Club is today after school, dress appropriately and meet in the courtyard. Pick up is by 3:50 pm .
Today’s quote comes from Babe Ruth: “You just can’t beat the person who never gives up.”

Here are today’s announcements
Monday, May 4, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Star Wars Day.
Today is Mrs. Bergondo’s birthday, please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Drama Club! Please check our Google Classroom for all tech week updates.
All Dance Company check Google Classroom! Technical Rehearsal after school today till 5PM.
The Dance Company Spring Showcase is this Wednesday, May 6 at 6:00 PM. Come out and support your peers!
Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in room 506.
Attention Chess club students- there will be no chess club this Wednesday
Gaming Club is cancelled for tomorrow.
Attention all students, IMS will be hosting a Pickleball tournament after school on Wednesday, May 20th. The winning teams will play the teachers during school at a later date. All skill levels are encouraged to participate. See your grade level Google Classroom for more information.
CJMEA Honor Choir students: your event is this Saturday. Mr. T will be in 604 after school on Tuesday and Wednesday this week. You are expected and practice your music, unless you speak with him about other obligations.
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month—a time to celebrate the cultures, traditions, and contributions of people with roots in Asia and the Pacific Islands. This month is all about learning something new, trying something different, and appreciating the diversity that makes our communities stronger.
Today’s quote comes from Thomas Edison: “I have not failed, I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”

Here are today’s announcements
Friday, May 1, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate School Principal’s Day.
The Garden Club is meeting Tuesday May 5th after school . Dress appropriately to work outdoors . Arrange for pick up by 3:50 if not taking the late bus .
Mother’s Day Plant SALE is May 5th . Sign up in Guidance if you want to volunteer till 3:50 pm .
Attention students who participated in the Fidget Toy Workshop- please stop by the art room at the end of the day to pick up your completed fidgets!
Congratulations to our two raffle winners- 6th grader Zara Patel for the Autism Acceptance Month Spirit Week and 7th grader Arya Vadadoria for the Autism Acceptance Bingo Challenge! At the end of the announcements, please come to Guidance to collect your prize!
Today’s quote comes from Amelia Earhart: “The most effective way to do it, is to do it.”

Here are today’s announcements

Thursday, April 30, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.
Today is Ms. Belly’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Tickets for the teachers vs students dodgeball tournament are on sale now! The event will take place this Friday during 6th period. Tickets are 5 dollars each, see Mr. McGarry if you would like to attend.
There is NO GARDEN CLUB TODAY. NEXT Meeting IS SCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY MAY 5th. Be sure to dress appropriately .
Mother’s Day Plant sale is Tuesday May 5th . If you are interested in volunteering please sign up in guidance and be sure to dress appropriately to work outside . If you are not taking a late bus you must be picked up.
Today’s quote comes from Confucius: “He who learns but does not think is lost! He who thinks but does not learn is in great danger.”

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Zipper Day.
Tickets for the teachers vs students dodgeball tournament are on sale now! The event will take place this Friday during 6th period. Tickets are 5 dollars each, see Mr. McGarry if you would like to attend.
Join our Yoga Workshop during your lunch period! The Yoga Workshop will be today during lunch. Sign ups in your grade level Google classroom!
Congratulations to 8th grade students Suhash Ediga, Prisha Joshi, and Deekshika Papisetti on representing IMS last night at the WTSD “Evening with Young Writers” poetry event!
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Fashion club will meet today in room 409.
Chemistry Club will meet today in room 505.
There is Art Club after school today!
All CJMEA Honor Choir students, Mr. T. will be in 604 after school today. You are welcome to stay and use the time to practice your music.
Final call! Please hand in your STEM Rutgers permission slips to Ms. Perla or Mrs. Lubarsky today.
Today’s quote comes from Ernest Hemmingway: “The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places.”

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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day.
Today is Ms. Schwartz’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Tickets for the teachers vs students dodgeball tournament are on sale now! The event will take place this Friday during 6th period. Tickets are 5 dollars each, see Mr. McGarry if you would like to attend.
Join our Yoga Workshop during your lunch period! The workshop will be tomorrow, April 29th. Sign ups in your grade level Google classroom!
Attention Ms. Leone’s per 4 - please report to 417 not the art room.
It’s trivia time! Cherry blossom trees are particularly famous in which country? If you guessed Japan, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
STEM club will meet on Wednesday in room 306.
Fashion club will meet on Wednesday in room 409.
Chemistry Club will meet after school on Wednesday, April 29th in room 505.
Today’s quote comes from Winston Churchill: “The price of greatness is responsibility.”

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Monday, April 27, 20226
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Gummy Bear Day.
Today is Mrs. Joseph’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Tickets for the teachers vs students dodgeball tournament are on sale now! The event will take place this Friday during 6th period. Tickets are 5 dollars each, see Mr. McGarry if you would like to attend.
Spread some good vibes with Panther Pick-Me-Ups! Send a sweet message to a friend—or yourself! Send just a message for free or add candy for $1. All cards and money should be brought to Mrs. Celano’s office.
All Dance Company Members: Rehearsal tomorrow after school till 5:00PM. Check Google Classroom for information.
Reminder that Chess Club will meet on Wednesday in room 121. Form will be posted today after school.
Our DIY Fidget Toy Workshop for 6th and 7th graders is now full. 8th graders there are still some spots left. Don’t wait to sign up!
The Yoga Workshop with Ms. Popino still has spots available! Sign-ups are in your grade-level Google classroom.
It’s trivia time! Which country is known for its tulips? The correct answer is the Netherlands! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 4/28 after school in Room 417!
Chemistry Club will meet after school on Wednesday, April 29th in room 505.
8th grade math extra help is canceled tomorrow.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet after school tomorrow in room 305.
Today’s quote comes from Benjamin Franklin: “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.”

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Friday, April 24, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Arbor Day.
Today is Mr. Ricci’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
Congratulations to the Boys and Girls Volleyball teams for their wins over Avenal Middle School yesterday. Each team played together and worked hard for the win. Keep up the good work Panthers! A friendly reminder that our next game is a home game on Monday.
8th grade choir students must submit their pictures for our “Past and Present” slide show. They are due today and if you do not submit you will be omitted from the slideshow at our concert.
It’s trivia time! What is the birthstone of April? The correct answer is diamond! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 4/28 after school in Room 417!
Spread some good vibes with Panther Pick-Me-Ups! Send a sweet message to a friend—or yourself! Send just a message for free or add candy for $1. All cards and money should be brought to Mrs. Celano’s office.
Looking for a way to relax during testing week? Join our Yoga Workshop or DIY Fidget Toy Workshop during your lunch period next week! These sessions are a great way to de-stress, recharge, and take a break. Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up using the form posted in your grade-level Google Classroom. See Mrs. Celano for more info.
Today’s quote comes from Greta Thunberg: “I have Asperger’s, I’m on the autism spectrum, so I don’t really care about social codes. It makes you think differently.”

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Thursday, April 23, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Administrative Professionals Day.
Today is Mrs. Neilson’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Attention Ms. Popino’s class - period 1 report to room 313, period 2 report to 417 and period 3 report to 508
Great job by the Boys Cross Country team on a strong win over Woodbridge! The Girls Cross Country team also put together a great effort, coming up just short in a close race against Woodbridge. It was a competitive meet all around, and both teams showed a lot of heart.
Keep working hard and building on this momentum!
Attention ALL Honor Society Students: 8th grade members- you will need to come down to the cafe at 9am today to practice your parts for the ceremony. 7th graders- you will need to come to the cafe at 9:30am to get inducted into the Honor Society.
Garden Club will meet TODAY after school . Weather permitting . Must be picked up by 3:50 pm . There are NO LATE BUSES
All permission slips for the iFLY STEM trip are due by today! See Mrs. Lubarsky if you have any questions.
Choir Students: Tomorrow, all Descant singers should come to rehearsal at 7:30 and everyone else may come at 7:40.
Also, 8th grade choir students must submit their pictures for our “Past and Present” slide show. They are due tomorrow, if you do not submit you will be omitted from the slideshow at our concert.
Baritone boys of choir, we will meet today after school on 604 until about 3:45.
Community Council members, please check Google Classroom for information about a very important upcoming meeting.
Tomorrow’s spirit week theme for Autism Acceptance Month is Be Yourself Day! Celebrate individuality by wearing your favorite color.
Today’s quote comes from Jim Justice: “It is important to raise Autism Awareness, not only in April, but year round.”