Here are today’s announcements
Monday, June 22, 2026
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Eclair Day.
Any students who are singing in the Graduation Choir, please report to 604 at 9:00 am this morning.
Today’s quote comes from an African Proverb: “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
Monday, June 22, 2026
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Eclair Day.
Any students who are singing in the Graduation Choir, please report to 604 at 9:00 am this morning.
Today’s quote comes from an African Proverb: “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
Here are today’s announcements Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Eat Your Vegetables Day.
Today is Mr. Banos’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
We also want to recognize those birthdays that we will not be in school for - July birthdays are: Mrs. Geisheimer July 2nd, Mr. Wasko and Ms. DiLonardo July 3rd, Mrs. Bobel July 12th, and Ms. Cruz July 19th.
Graduation choir will meet for the final rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:45 am in 604.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… Juneteenth is celebrated internationally by the Mascogos in Coahuila, Mexico, who are descendants of free Black people from Texas who fled to Mexico in the mid-1800s.
Today’s quote comes from Rumi: “Let the beauty of what you love be what you do.”
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Eat Your Vegetables Day.
Today is Mr. Banos’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
We also want to recognize those birthdays that we will not be in school for - July birthdays are: Mrs. Geisheimer July 2nd, Mr. Wasko and Ms. DiLonardo July 3rd, Mrs. Bobel July 12th, and Ms. Cruz July 19th.
Graduation choir will meet for the final rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:45 am in 604.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… Juneteenth is celebrated internationally by the Mascogos in Coahuila, Mexico, who are descendants of free Black people from Texas who fled to Mexico in the mid-1800s.
Today’s quote comes from Rumi: “Let the beauty of what you love be what you do.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Fudge Day.
Today is Mr. Herbeck’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
We also want to recognize those birthdays that we will not be in school for - June birthdays are: Mr. McGann on June 24th; Mr. DeGraw on June 27th and Mrs. Domingues on June 29th.
Attention all graduating 8th grade students interested in playing baseball at John F. Kennedy Memorial High School next year: There will be an informational meeting tomorrow, at 7:30 AM in room 122 for any student interested in trying out for the JFK Memorial High School Baseball Program. We encourage all interested student-athletes to attend.
The Graduation Choir will rehearse tomorrow morning at 7:45 am in room 604. It is very important for all students who are singing at the graduation to attend!
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact…Texas was the first state to declare Juneteenth a state holiday, doing so in 1980.
Today’s quote comes from Socrates: “I know that I am intelligent, because I know that I know nothing.”
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Fudge Day.
Today is Mr. Herbeck’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
We also want to recognize those birthdays that we will not be in school for - June birthdays are: Mr. McGann on June 24th; Mr. DeGraw on June 27th and Mrs. Domingues on June 29th.
Attention all graduating 8th grade students interested in playing baseball at John F. Kennedy Memorial High School next year: There will be an informational meeting tomorrow, at 7:30 AM in room 122 for any student interested in trying out for the JFK Memorial High School Baseball Program. We encourage all interested student-athletes to attend.
The Graduation Choir will rehearse tomorrow morning at 7:45 am in room 604. It is very important for all students who are singing at the graduation to attend!
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact…Texas was the first state to declare Juneteenth a state holiday, doing so in 1980.
Today’s quote comes from Socrates: “I know that I am intelligent, because I know that I know nothing.”
Here are today’s announcements Monday, June 15, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Megalodon Day.
Attention all graduating 8th grade students interested in playing baseball at John F. Kennedy Memorial High School next year:There will be an informational meeting on Wednesday, June 17, at 7:30 AM in room 122 for any student interested in trying out for the JFK Memorial High School Baseball Program. The meeting will cover summer workouts and practices, fall and winter strength and conditioning opportunities, and the important dates leading up to tryouts on March 8, 2027.The meeting will be led by Coach Arthur Davis, JFK Memorial High School Varsity Baseball Coach. We encourage all interested student-athletes to attend.
Attention all 6th graders- today is chromebook collection. You should have your chromebook and charger with you throughout the day and listen for your homeroom to be called down to room 117.
Attention all students competing in the Chess Club Tournament today, please check in with your period 5 teacher before reporting to the cafeteria.
Attention all 8th grade students. The students vs staff kickball game has been cancelled for today.
The Graduation Choir will practice tomorrow morning and Wednesday morning at 7:45 am in room 604. It is very important that all students singing in this group attend.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… In 1872, a group of formerly enslaved people in Houston raised $1,000 to purchase land for celebrations, creating Emancipation Park, one of the first parks in Texas purchased by and for Black Americans.
Today’s quote comes from Sam Levenson: “Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.”
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Megalodon Day.
Attention all graduating 8th grade students interested in playing baseball at John F. Kennedy Memorial High School next year:There will be an informational meeting on Wednesday, June 17, at 7:30 AM in room 122 for any student interested in trying out for the JFK Memorial High School Baseball Program. The meeting will cover summer workouts and practices, fall and winter strength and conditioning opportunities, and the important dates leading up to tryouts on March 8, 2027.The meeting will be led by Coach Arthur Davis, JFK Memorial High School Varsity Baseball Coach. We encourage all interested student-athletes to attend.
Attention all 6th graders- today is chromebook collection. You should have your chromebook and charger with you throughout the day and listen for your homeroom to be called down to room 117.
Attention all students competing in the Chess Club Tournament today, please check in with your period 5 teacher before reporting to the cafeteria.
Attention all 8th grade students. The students vs staff kickball game has been cancelled for today.
The Graduation Choir will practice tomorrow morning and Wednesday morning at 7:45 am in room 604. It is very important that all students singing in this group attend.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… In 1872, a group of formerly enslaved people in Houston raised $1,000 to purchase land for celebrations, creating Emancipation Park, one of the first parks in Texas purchased by and for Black Americans.
Today’s quote comes from Sam Levenson: “Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, Jun 12, 2026
Today is a B day.
Attention Mrs. Ruffle’s per 1 class - report to room 313.
Attention Mr. Herbeck’s per 1 class report to 607
Ms. Weiser’s per 6 class report to 117 not the gym.
Today we celebrate National Movie Night.
Attention all 8th grade band students, please check the full band Google Classroom and respond by Tuesday morning.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact…Many Juneteenth celebrations include red foods and drinks, such as strawberry soda, red velvet cake, and hibiscus tea. The color red is often used to honor the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of enslaved people and their descendants.
Today’s quote comes from Desmond Tutu: “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.”
Friday, Jun 12, 2026
Today is a B day.
Attention Mrs. Ruffle’s per 1 class - report to room 313.
Attention Mr. Herbeck’s per 1 class report to 607
Ms. Weiser’s per 6 class report to 117 not the gym.
Today we celebrate National Movie Night.
Attention all 8th grade band students, please check the full band Google Classroom and respond by Tuesday morning.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact…Many Juneteenth celebrations include red foods and drinks, such as strawberry soda, red velvet cake, and hibiscus tea. The color red is often used to honor the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of enslaved people and their descendants.
Today’s quote comes from Desmond Tutu: “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, Jun 11, 2026
Today is a A day.
Today we celebrate National Making Life Beautiful Day.
Attention Mr. McGann’s Period 1 class, report to 313 and Period 3 class, report to 508.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305. There are no late buses, so you will need to have a ride home at 3:50.
Feeling snacky on your way out of the building? There will be a cart with snacks and drinks for sale in the main lobby after 6th period each day until the end of the year or until we run out!
If you missed yesterday's meeting, IMS will be doing its first-ever musical next year: Annie Jr.! Auditions will be held at the start of the next school year.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact…On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed a law making Juneteenth a federal holiday. This means that the United States officially recognizes Juneteenth as an important day to remember the end of slavery and celebrate freedom for all Americans.
Today’s quote comes from Aeschylus: “From a small seed a mighty trunk may grow.”
Thursday, Jun 11, 2026
Today is a A day.
Today we celebrate National Making Life Beautiful Day.
Attention Mr. McGann’s Period 1 class, report to 313 and Period 3 class, report to 508.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305. There are no late buses, so you will need to have a ride home at 3:50.
Feeling snacky on your way out of the building? There will be a cart with snacks and drinks for sale in the main lobby after 6th period each day until the end of the year or until we run out!
If you missed yesterday's meeting, IMS will be doing its first-ever musical next year: Annie Jr.! Auditions will be held at the start of the next school year.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact…On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed a law making Juneteenth a federal holiday. This means that the United States officially recognizes Juneteenth as an important day to remember the end of slavery and celebrate freedom for all Americans.
Today’s quote comes from Aeschylus: “From a small seed a mighty trunk may grow.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, Jun 10, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Iced Tea Day.
Attention 6th and 7th Grade Students! If you are interested in joining Drama Club next year, come to the Art Club Room today after school until 3:50 PM for our interest meeting, where we will be revealing next year's show!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
Students who have Mrs. DiMeglio or Mrs. Clark for math, please don’t forget to bring your math textbook with you to class today!
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact…On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that enslaved people were free. His order explained that formerly enslaved people should stay where they were for the time being and work for pay instead of being forced to work without freedom.
Today’s quote comes from George Washington Carver: “Where there is no vision, there is no hope.”
Attention 8th graders - stay in homeroom until an announcement is made to move to the cafeteria
Wednesday, Jun 10, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Iced Tea Day.
Attention 6th and 7th Grade Students! If you are interested in joining Drama Club next year, come to the Art Club Room today after school until 3:50 PM for our interest meeting, where we will be revealing next year's show!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
Students who have Mrs. DiMeglio or Mrs. Clark for math, please don’t forget to bring your math textbook with you to class today!
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact…On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that enslaved people were free. His order explained that formerly enslaved people should stay where they were for the time being and work for pay instead of being forced to work without freedom.
Today’s quote comes from George Washington Carver: “Where there is no vision, there is no hope.”
Attention 8th graders - stay in homeroom until an announcement is made to move to the cafeteria
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Today is a A day.
Today we celebrate National Donald Duck Day.
Attention 8th graders - stay in homeroom until an announcement is made to move to the cafeteria
Tomorrow the Graduation Choir will rehearse at 7:45 am in room 604.
TOMORROW - Grade 8 going to JFK that are interested in playing football will meet with Coach Nyers during lunch in 117
Attention 6th and 7th Grade Students! If you are interested in joining Drama Club, come to the Art Club Room this Wednesday after school until 3:50 PM for our interest meeting, where we will be revealing next year's show!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in room 305.
There is a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting tomorrow in Room 309 at 7:40 am.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… Delayed Freedom: While the Emancipation Proclamation became effective on January 1, 1863, it was not immediately enforced in Texas, meaning enslaved people were not freed until 2.5 years later.
Today’s quote comes from Frank Lloyd Wright: “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.”
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Today is a A day.
Today we celebrate National Donald Duck Day.
Attention 8th graders - stay in homeroom until an announcement is made to move to the cafeteria
Tomorrow the Graduation Choir will rehearse at 7:45 am in room 604.
TOMORROW - Grade 8 going to JFK that are interested in playing football will meet with Coach Nyers during lunch in 117
Attention 6th and 7th Grade Students! If you are interested in joining Drama Club, come to the Art Club Room this Wednesday after school until 3:50 PM for our interest meeting, where we will be revealing next year's show!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in room 305.
There is a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting tomorrow in Room 309 at 7:40 am.
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… Delayed Freedom: While the Emancipation Proclamation became effective on January 1, 1863, it was not immediately enforced in Texas, meaning enslaved people were not freed until 2.5 years later.
Today’s quote comes from Frank Lloyd Wright: “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, June 8, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Best Friends Day.
Today is Mrs. Silvestri’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
The Graduation Choir will rehearse on Wednesday morning at 7:45 am in room 604.
Community Council members, please check Google Classroom for a post about today’s Field Frenzy.
Today’s quote comes from Mark Twain: “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”
Monday, June 8, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Best Friends Day.
Today is Mrs. Silvestri’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
The Graduation Choir will rehearse on Wednesday morning at 7:45 am in room 604.
Community Council members, please check Google Classroom for a post about today’s Field Frenzy.
Today’s quote comes from Mark Twain: “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”
Here are today’s announcements Friday, June 5, 2026:
Today is an A Day
Today, we celebrate National Doughnut Day.
Tomorrow is Mr. Joyce’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a happy birthday.
If you have money for the Field Frenzy, please DO NOT turn it in today! An announcement will be made on Monday for anyone who has money and wishes to attend.
Community Council members- check Google Classroom today for an important post.
Attention 6th and 7th Graders! Are you interested in joining Drama Club next year? There will be an interest meeting next Wednesday in the Art Room after school until 3:50 PM. We will be announcing next years show at this meeting. We hope to see you there!
A big congratulations to the STEM students who competed in the SETS Science Fair last week!
Earning placements in their categories and ranking in the top 10% were 8th graders Dev Bhargo, Harsith Saravanarju, Seeyal Jain, Dev Vazirani, Saira Dahodwala, Ishani Chakraborty, and Nishika Chinta.
Also placing in their categories were Bhavika Patil, Rishika Tarte, Chavisse Ross, and Prateek Singh.
In addition, special awards were earned by Prateek Singh, Varunesh Kanagasabapathy, Ishani Chakraborty, and Nishika Chinta.
Congratulations to all of our participants on their hard work, dedication, and outstanding achievements!
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… Implementation of the Emancipation Proclamation was limited in areas still under Confederate control, delaying freedom for many, particularly in Texas.
Today’s quote comes from William Arthur Ward: “Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.”
Today is an A Day
Today, we celebrate National Doughnut Day.
Tomorrow is Mr. Joyce’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a happy birthday.
If you have money for the Field Frenzy, please DO NOT turn it in today! An announcement will be made on Monday for anyone who has money and wishes to attend.
Community Council members- check Google Classroom today for an important post.
Attention 6th and 7th Graders! Are you interested in joining Drama Club next year? There will be an interest meeting next Wednesday in the Art Room after school until 3:50 PM. We will be announcing next years show at this meeting. We hope to see you there!
A big congratulations to the STEM students who competed in the SETS Science Fair last week!
Earning placements in their categories and ranking in the top 10% were 8th graders Dev Bhargo, Harsith Saravanarju, Seeyal Jain, Dev Vazirani, Saira Dahodwala, Ishani Chakraborty, and Nishika Chinta.
Also placing in their categories were Bhavika Patil, Rishika Tarte, Chavisse Ross, and Prateek Singh.
In addition, special awards were earned by Prateek Singh, Varunesh Kanagasabapathy, Ishani Chakraborty, and Nishika Chinta.
Congratulations to all of our participants on their hard work, dedication, and outstanding achievements!
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… Implementation of the Emancipation Proclamation was limited in areas still under Confederate control, delaying freedom for many, particularly in Texas.
Today’s quote comes from William Arthur Ward: “Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Today is a B Day
Today is Mrs. Arduini’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a happy birthday.
Today, we celebrate National Hug Your Cat Day.
Attention 6th and 7th Graders! Are you interested in joining Drama Club next year? There will be an interest meeting next Wednesday in the Art Room after school until 3:50 PM. We will be announcing next years show at this meeting. We hope to see you there!
Garden Club meets TODAY in the courtyard at 3:05 pm . You must dress appropriately to work outside and also must have a ride home at 3:55 pm . There are NO LATE BUSES .
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… The Emancipation Proclamation, an order issued by President Abraham Lincoln, declared all enslaved people in Confederate States legally free at midnight.
Today’s quote comes from Audrey Hepburn: “Nothing is impossible, the word itself says it: ‘I’m possible!’”
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Today is a B Day
Today is Mrs. Arduini’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a happy birthday.
Today, we celebrate National Hug Your Cat Day.
Attention 6th and 7th Graders! Are you interested in joining Drama Club next year? There will be an interest meeting next Wednesday in the Art Room after school until 3:50 PM. We will be announcing next years show at this meeting. We hope to see you there!
Garden Club meets TODAY in the courtyard at 3:05 pm . You must dress appropriately to work outside and also must have a ride home at 3:55 pm . There are NO LATE BUSES .
Now for today’s Juneteenth fact… The Emancipation Proclamation, an order issued by President Abraham Lincoln, declared all enslaved people in Confederate States legally free at midnight.
Today’s quote comes from Audrey Hepburn: “Nothing is impossible, the word itself says it: ‘I’m possible!’”
Here are today’s announcements Wednesday, June 3, 2026:
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Repeat Day. Today we celebrate National Repeat Day.
Field Frenzy is less than 1 week away. If you still have not brought in money there is still time to get in on the fun! Bring $10 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
In celebration of the release of a rather amazing digital movie tomorrow, we invite you to wear your favorite animated character for our Animation Celebration on June 4th.
For the month of June, we will recognize Juneteenth by sharing a daily fact to learn more about its history and significance. Juneteenth, recognized on June 19th, celebrates the day when the last enslaved people in the United States learned they were free. "Freedom’s Eve" on January 1, 1863, marked the first Watch Night services where African Americans gathered in anticipation of the Emancipation Proclamation.
Today’s quote comes from Nelson Mandela: “After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb.”
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Repeat Day. Today we celebrate National Repeat Day.
Field Frenzy is less than 1 week away. If you still have not brought in money there is still time to get in on the fun! Bring $10 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
In celebration of the release of a rather amazing digital movie tomorrow, we invite you to wear your favorite animated character for our Animation Celebration on June 4th.
For the month of June, we will recognize Juneteenth by sharing a daily fact to learn more about its history and significance. Juneteenth, recognized on June 19th, celebrates the day when the last enslaved people in the United States learned they were free. "Freedom’s Eve" on January 1, 1863, marked the first Watch Night services where African Americans gathered in anticipation of the Emancipation Proclamation.
Today’s quote comes from Nelson Mandela: “After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, June 1, 2026
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Say Something Nice Day.
Choir students who are participating in the Graduation Choir, please remember we will rehearse on Wednesday morning (after being off tomorrow) at 7:45am in room 604.
This past weekend, a local Eagle Scout concluded their community service project by building a little free library and planting a garden. The library is located to the right of our school’s main entrance. Anyone is welcome to take a book, but if you do you should leave one of yours for others.
Today’s quote comes from Harry S. Truman: “It’s amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit.”
Monday, June 1, 2026
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Say Something Nice Day.
Choir students who are participating in the Graduation Choir, please remember we will rehearse on Wednesday morning (after being off tomorrow) at 7:45am in room 604.
This past weekend, a local Eagle Scout concluded their community service project by building a little free library and planting a garden. The library is located to the right of our school’s main entrance. Anyone is welcome to take a book, but if you do you should leave one of yours for others.
Today’s quote comes from Harry S. Truman: “It’s amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, May 29, 2026
Today we celebrate National Paper Clip Day.
Tomorrow is Mrs. Malleck’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Did you miss out on the Field Frenzy pre-sale? You can still come hang out and join all of the fun! Bring in $10 and a permission slip next week.
Today’s quote comes from Marshall McLuhan: “There are no passengers on spaceship earth. We are all crew.”
Friday, May 29, 2026
Today we celebrate National Paper Clip Day.
Tomorrow is Mrs. Malleck’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Did you miss out on the Field Frenzy pre-sale? You can still come hang out and join all of the fun! Bring in $10 and a permission slip next week.
Today’s quote comes from Marshall McLuhan: “There are no passengers on spaceship earth. We are all crew.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Today we celebrate National Hamburger Day.
Congratulations to the IMS boys' and girls' cross-country teams on an outstanding performance yesterday at the Meet of Champions. The boys' team earned a strong 2nd-place finish, while the girls' team captured 3rd place overall. Several runners delivered standout performances. For the boys, Ishan Shinde placed 3rd overall, Abhinav Gatala finished 7th, and Mudassir Khan earned 9th place, giving IMS three runners in the top 10. In the girls' race, Julia Walsh had an excellent performance, finishing 4th overall. Fantastic effort by all of the runners on a great day of competition!
Tomorrow is the last day to pay for the Field Frenzy pre-sale. Bring in $10 and a permission slip to get free dunks, a snack coupon, and access to all of the fun!
Today’s quote comes from Dr. Seuss: “Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!”
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Today we celebrate National Hamburger Day.
Congratulations to the IMS boys' and girls' cross-country teams on an outstanding performance yesterday at the Meet of Champions. The boys' team earned a strong 2nd-place finish, while the girls' team captured 3rd place overall. Several runners delivered standout performances. For the boys, Ishan Shinde placed 3rd overall, Abhinav Gatala finished 7th, and Mudassir Khan earned 9th place, giving IMS three runners in the top 10. In the girls' race, Julia Walsh had an excellent performance, finishing 4th overall. Fantastic effort by all of the runners on a great day of competition!
Tomorrow is the last day to pay for the Field Frenzy pre-sale. Bring in $10 and a permission slip to get free dunks, a snack coupon, and access to all of the fun!
Today’s quote comes from Dr. Seuss: “Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Flip Flop Day.
Attention all 6th grade period 1 teachers - Please hand out the passes you were given if you have not already done so. Students who receive a pass should promptly inform their 1st period teacher and report to room 117.
Attention Mr. McGann’s period 1 class report to room 313 not 117.
Dance Company rehearsal today after school till 3:50PM no late bus. Check Google Classroom for more information.
Good luck to the IMS cross country boys and girls competing in the Meet of Champions today! Everyone is encouraged to watch them run and cheer them on. The race will take place at 4:00 in Merrill Park.
Time is running out to get your pre-sale Field Frenzy tickets. Bring in your signed permission slip and $10 by this Friday to secure 2 free chances to dunk a teacher and $1 off a snack with your purchase. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Attention 8th grade students attending JFK High school next year - Are you interested in High School Girls Volleyball, Cheer, Cross Country, Girls or Boys soccer, tennis, or football? The coaches of these teams will be here tomorrow at 7:30am
Girls Volleyball will meet in room 112
Football will meet in the cafe
Cross country will meet in room 121
Soccer will meet in room 117
Cheer will meet in room 122
Tennis will meet 123
Art Club is cancelled for today.
Today’s quote comes from Marcus Tillius Cicero: “If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.”
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Flip Flop Day.
Attention all 6th grade period 1 teachers - Please hand out the passes you were given if you have not already done so. Students who receive a pass should promptly inform their 1st period teacher and report to room 117.
Attention Mr. McGann’s period 1 class report to room 313 not 117.
Dance Company rehearsal today after school till 3:50PM no late bus. Check Google Classroom for more information.
Good luck to the IMS cross country boys and girls competing in the Meet of Champions today! Everyone is encouraged to watch them run and cheer them on. The race will take place at 4:00 in Merrill Park.
Time is running out to get your pre-sale Field Frenzy tickets. Bring in your signed permission slip and $10 by this Friday to secure 2 free chances to dunk a teacher and $1 off a snack with your purchase. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Attention 8th grade students attending JFK High school next year - Are you interested in High School Girls Volleyball, Cheer, Cross Country, Girls or Boys soccer, tennis, or football? The coaches of these teams will be here tomorrow at 7:30am
Girls Volleyball will meet in room 112
Football will meet in the cafe
Cross country will meet in room 121
Soccer will meet in room 117
Cheer will meet in room 122
Tennis will meet 123
Art Club is cancelled for today.
Today’s quote comes from Marcus Tillius Cicero: “If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Blueberry Cheesecake Day.
Sunday was Mrs. Pallitto’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy belated birthday.
Today is Mrs. Avila’s & Mr. Sealander’s birthdays. Please join me in wishing them a happy birthday
Attention 8th grade students attending JFK High school next year - Are you interested in High School Girls Volleyball, Cheer, Cross Country, Girls or Boys Soccer, tennis, football? The coaches of these teams will be here on Thursday, May 28th to meet you at 7:30am.
Do you want to save money? Then don’t forget the presale for the Field Frenzy ends this Friday. Get two free throws and a snack coupon with your presale ticket! Don’t miss out!
Today’s quote comes from Ralph Marston: “What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.”
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Blueberry Cheesecake Day.
Sunday was Mrs. Pallitto’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy belated birthday.
Today is Mrs. Avila’s & Mr. Sealander’s birthdays. Please join me in wishing them a happy birthday
Attention 8th grade students attending JFK High school next year - Are you interested in High School Girls Volleyball, Cheer, Cross Country, Girls or Boys Soccer, tennis, football? The coaches of these teams will be here on Thursday, May 28th to meet you at 7:30am.
Do you want to save money? Then don’t forget the presale for the Field Frenzy ends this Friday. Get two free throws and a snack coupon with your presale ticket! Don’t miss out!
Today’s quote comes from Ralph Marston: “What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, May 22, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Build a Musical Instrument Day.
Today is Mrs. Jackson’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Join the Community Council at this year’s Field Frenzy on Monday, June 8, during periods 5 and 6. Presale tickets are on sale now for $10. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Attention 8th grade students attending JFK High school next year - Are you interested in High School Girls Volleyball, Cheer, Cross Country, Girls or Boys Soccer, tennis, or football? The coaches of these teams will be here on May 28th to meet you at 7:30am.
Do you love running outside with friends? Do you want to get in shape and meet new people? How about challenging yourself? Then JFK cross country is for you! Come to our information session on May 28th at 7:45am. No experience required and no cuts are made!
Are you interested in joining the JFK Girls Volleyball Team - come check out the information session on May 28th at 7:45 with the coach and 2 former IMS students - they will answer all of your questions.
Any choir students who want to sing in the IMS Graduation Choir, please come to room 604 at 7:45 am on Tuesday morning after Memorial Day weekend.
Today’s quote comes from Seneca: “Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.”
Friday, May 22, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Build a Musical Instrument Day.
Today is Mrs. Jackson’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Join the Community Council at this year’s Field Frenzy on Monday, June 8, during periods 5 and 6. Presale tickets are on sale now for $10. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Attention 8th grade students attending JFK High school next year - Are you interested in High School Girls Volleyball, Cheer, Cross Country, Girls or Boys Soccer, tennis, or football? The coaches of these teams will be here on May 28th to meet you at 7:30am.
Do you love running outside with friends? Do you want to get in shape and meet new people? How about challenging yourself? Then JFK cross country is for you! Come to our information session on May 28th at 7:45am. No experience required and no cuts are made!
Are you interested in joining the JFK Girls Volleyball Team - come check out the information session on May 28th at 7:45 with the coach and 2 former IMS students - they will answer all of your questions.
Any choir students who want to sing in the IMS Graduation Choir, please come to room 604 at 7:45 am on Tuesday morning after Memorial Day weekend.
Today’s quote comes from Seneca: “Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Strawberries and Cream Day.
Congratulations to the IMS Band students who performed their Spring Concert last night! Your hard work and dedication shone through.
Attention 8th grade students attending JFK High school next year - Are you interested in High School Girls Volleyball, Cheer, Cross Country, Girls or Boys Soccer, tennis, football? The coaches of these teams will be here on May 28th to meet you at 7:30am.
Do you love running outside with friends? Do you want to get in shape and meet new people? How about challenging yourself? Then JFK cross country is for you! Come to our information session on May 28th at 7:45am. No experience required and no cuts are made!
Are you interested in joining the JFK Girls Volleyball Team - come check out the information session on May 28th at 7:45 with the coach and 2 former IMS students - they will answer all of your questions
IMS, are you ready for a chance to dunk Mr. Drucquer? Purchase your $10 Field Frenzy Presale tickets by Friday, May 29, and see how good your aim is! See the IMS website for more information.
There is no choir rehearsal tomorrow morning and no further rehearsals unless you plan on singing with the Graduation Choir.
Today’s quote comes from H. Jackson Brown, Jr.: “Find a job you like and you add five days to every week.”
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Strawberries and Cream Day.
Congratulations to the IMS Band students who performed their Spring Concert last night! Your hard work and dedication shone through.
Attention 8th grade students attending JFK High school next year - Are you interested in High School Girls Volleyball, Cheer, Cross Country, Girls or Boys Soccer, tennis, football? The coaches of these teams will be here on May 28th to meet you at 7:30am.
Do you love running outside with friends? Do you want to get in shape and meet new people? How about challenging yourself? Then JFK cross country is for you! Come to our information session on May 28th at 7:45am. No experience required and no cuts are made!
Are you interested in joining the JFK Girls Volleyball Team - come check out the information session on May 28th at 7:45 with the coach and 2 former IMS students - they will answer all of your questions
IMS, are you ready for a chance to dunk Mr. Drucquer? Purchase your $10 Field Frenzy Presale tickets by Friday, May 29, and see how good your aim is! See the IMS website for more information.
There is no choir rehearsal tomorrow morning and no further rehearsals unless you plan on singing with the Graduation Choir.
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
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.”
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.”