Iselin Middle School
Home of the Panthers
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today is Mrs. Virdi’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes: per 3 report to 412 and per 5 report to 607
It’s a Can Can Challenge Update: Homeroom 506 has taken the lead with 48 cans. The challenge continues. Teachers and staff can also donate cans to help the IMS challenge of getting to 1,000 cans! Room 117 has a box for teachers and staff to drop off any donated cans. Thank you for your support.
Don’t forget to wear your Halloween costume to school on Friday! The donation amount is $2. Just remember no masks, no weapons and you need to be able to sit and walk (blow up costumes are ok if you can do that).
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place today after school in room 122.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school today in Room 505.
STEM club for grade 8 and 7 will meet today in room: 306.
Fashion club is the first 3 wednesdays of the month. There is no Fashion club today
The first rehearsal for “Annie Jr.” is today after school until 4:30 pm in room 607. All cast members must attend and you must have a ride home.
8th grade extra math help is cancelled today.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. committee will be meeting today after school in room 305.
Double, double, treats and trouble—let’s make someone’s happiness double! Bits & Boos candy grams are on sale in the cafeteria for just $1! Send a friend or teacher a mini pumpkin or cauldron with a sweet treat and personal note, delivered on October 30th. All proceeds support Spirit of Children!
“Unplugged” is going to meet after school today. We will meet in room 112
Today’s quote comes from Vernon Howard: “You have succeeded in life when all you really want is only what you really need.”
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today is Mrs. Virdi’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes: per 3 report to 412 and per 5 report to 607
It’s a Can Can Challenge Update: Homeroom 506 has taken the lead with 48 cans. The challenge continues. Teachers and staff can also donate cans to help the IMS challenge of getting to 1,000 cans! Room 117 has a box for teachers and staff to drop off any donated cans. Thank you for your support.
Don’t forget to wear your Halloween costume to school on Friday! The donation amount is $2. Just remember no masks, no weapons and you need to be able to sit and walk (blow up costumes are ok if you can do that).
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place today after school in room 122.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school today in Room 505.
STEM club for grade 8 and 7 will meet today in room: 306.
Fashion club is the first 3 wednesdays of the month. There is no Fashion club today
The first rehearsal for “Annie Jr.” is today after school until 4:30 pm in room 607. All cast members must attend and you must have a ride home.
8th grade extra math help is cancelled today.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. committee will be meeting today after school in room 305.
Double, double, treats and trouble—let’s make someone’s happiness double! Bits & Boos candy grams are on sale in the cafeteria for just $1! Send a friend or teacher a mini pumpkin or cauldron with a sweet treat and personal note, delivered on October 30th. All proceeds support Spirit of Children!
“Unplugged” is going to meet after school today. We will meet in room 112
Today’s quote comes from Vernon Howard: “You have succeeded in life when all you really want is only what you really need.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday, October 27, 20206
Today is a B Day.
Today is Mr. Abatemarco’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
Attention all Dance Company members please check the Google Classroom for the updated rehearsal schedule.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes: per 3 report to 412 and per 5 report to 607
The Masquerade dance is only two days away! Tomorrow is the last day to purchase tickets during school, so be sure to bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher!
Do you want to wear your Halloween costume to school on Friday? Donate $2 and you can. Just remember no masks, no weapons and you need to be able to sit and walk (blow up costumes are ok if you can do that)
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place tomorrow Wednesday October 28th afterschool in room 122.
Garden Club is today after school in the courtyard.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in Room 505.
STEM club for grade 6 will meet today in room: 306.
STEM club for grade 7 and 8 will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Art Club will meet after school today in the art room
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper on Wednesday, October 28 in Room 313 at 7:40 am.
The first rehearsal for “Annie Jr.” is tomorrow after school until 4:30 pm. All cast members must attend and you must have a ride home.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
8th grade extra math help is cancelled tomorrow.
No tricks, just treats—and a little kindness! Send a friend or teacher (or yourself!) a Bits & Boos candy gram for just $1! Each mini pumpkin or cauldron comes with a sweet treat and special note. Buy yours in the cafeteria for delivery on Friday, October 30th.
Today’s quote comes from Steve Prefontaine: “To give anything less than your best, is to sacrifice the gift.”
Tuesday, October 27, 20206
Today is a B Day.
Today is Mr. Abatemarco’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
Attention all Dance Company members please check the Google Classroom for the updated rehearsal schedule.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes: per 3 report to 412 and per 5 report to 607
The Masquerade dance is only two days away! Tomorrow is the last day to purchase tickets during school, so be sure to bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher!
Do you want to wear your Halloween costume to school on Friday? Donate $2 and you can. Just remember no masks, no weapons and you need to be able to sit and walk (blow up costumes are ok if you can do that)
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place tomorrow Wednesday October 28th afterschool in room 122.
Garden Club is today after school in the courtyard.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in Room 505.
STEM club for grade 6 will meet today in room: 306.
STEM club for grade 7 and 8 will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Art Club will meet after school today in the art room
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper on Wednesday, October 28 in Room 313 at 7:40 am.
The first rehearsal for “Annie Jr.” is tomorrow after school until 4:30 pm. All cast members must attend and you must have a ride home.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
8th grade extra math help is cancelled tomorrow.
No tricks, just treats—and a little kindness! Send a friend or teacher (or yourself!) a Bits & Boos candy gram for just $1! Each mini pumpkin or cauldron comes with a sweet treat and special note. Buy yours in the cafeteria for delivery on Friday, October 30th.
Today’s quote comes from Steve Prefontaine: “To give anything less than your best, is to sacrifice the gift.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Monday, October 26, 2026
Today is an A day.
Yesterday was Mrs. Tinney’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday October 28th afterschool in room 122.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes - per 3 report to room 412; per 5 report to room 607….Mrs. Malleck’s gym classes per 1 go to 412; per 3 go to 604; per 5 go to cafe; per 6 go to 309.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Wednesday after school in room 305.
Garden Club will meet tomorrow Tuesday in the courtyard after school and dress appropriately .
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school on Wednesday in Room 505.
STEM club for Grade 6 only will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Something SWEET is brewing! Bits & Boos candy grams are on sale in the cafeteria today through Wednesday for just $1! Surprise a friend or teacher with a mini pumpkin or cauldron filled with a sweet treat and a special note, delivered on October 30. Every purchase supports Spirit Halloween’s Charity- Spirit of Children, dedicated to making hospitals less scary for children and families!
Today’s quote comes from Winston Churchill: “Never, never, never give up.”
Monday, October 26, 2026
Today is an A day.
Yesterday was Mrs. Tinney’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday October 28th afterschool in room 122.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes - per 3 report to room 412; per 5 report to room 607….Mrs. Malleck’s gym classes per 1 go to 412; per 3 go to 604; per 5 go to cafe; per 6 go to 309.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Wednesday after school in room 305.
Garden Club will meet tomorrow Tuesday in the courtyard after school and dress appropriately .
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school on Wednesday in Room 505.
STEM club for Grade 6 only will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Something SWEET is brewing! Bits & Boos candy grams are on sale in the cafeteria today through Wednesday for just $1! Surprise a friend or teacher with a mini pumpkin or cauldron filled with a sweet treat and a special note, delivered on October 30. Every purchase supports Spirit Halloween’s Charity- Spirit of Children, dedicated to making hospitals less scary for children and families!
Today’s quote comes from Winston Churchill: “Never, never, never give up.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday, October 23, 2026
Today is a B day.
The NJHS is currently going around to every homeroom to collect cans. Find out on Monday, which homeroom is in the lead!
Attention Mr. Drucquer’s per 3 go to 412; per 4 go to 417
Attention to Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes: per 3 go to 604 and per 5 go to 607.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper on Wednesday, October 28 in Room 313 at 7:40 am.
The next Mock Trial Club Meeting is Wednesday after school in room 122.
Did you miss the presale for the Masquerade? Boo! Admission tickets are still available for $7. Bring in a permission slip and payment to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Listen closely...did you hear that? That is the sound of Bits & Boos arriving at Iselin Middle School. What exactly are they? You will have to find out for yourself. Catch us in the cafeteria during your lunch period. Bring $1 and prepare for a spooky treat!
Today’s quote comes from David Viscott: “To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides.”
Friday, October 23, 2026
Today is a B day.
The NJHS is currently going around to every homeroom to collect cans. Find out on Monday, which homeroom is in the lead!
Attention Mr. Drucquer’s per 3 go to 412; per 4 go to 417
Attention to Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes: per 3 go to 604 and per 5 go to 607.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper on Wednesday, October 28 in Room 313 at 7:40 am.
The next Mock Trial Club Meeting is Wednesday after school in room 122.
Did you miss the presale for the Masquerade? Boo! Admission tickets are still available for $7. Bring in a permission slip and payment to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Listen closely...did you hear that? That is the sound of Bits & Boos arriving at Iselin Middle School. What exactly are they? You will have to find out for yourself. Catch us in the cafeteria during your lunch period. Bring $1 and prepare for a spooky treat!
Today’s quote comes from David Viscott: “To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Today is an A day.
Ms. Popino’s dance classes: bring your Chromebooks to class today.
Softball team end of season get together and uniform collection will be Tuesday October 27th after school in the cafeteria.
next Mock Trial Club Meeting will take place on Wednesday October 28th after school
The presale for the Masquerade ends tomorrow! $7 and a permission slip gets you in to the dance AND a $1 voucher for the snack table. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Next Panther Press Journalism Meeting for anyone interested is next week on Wednesday in Room 313 at 7:40 am.
Today’s quote comes from George Harrison: “All the world is a birthday cake, so take a piece, but not too much.”
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Today is an A day.
Ms. Popino’s dance classes: bring your Chromebooks to class today.
Softball team end of season get together and uniform collection will be Tuesday October 27th after school in the cafeteria.
next Mock Trial Club Meeting will take place on Wednesday October 28th after school
The presale for the Masquerade ends tomorrow! $7 and a permission slip gets you in to the dance AND a $1 voucher for the snack table. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Next Panther Press Journalism Meeting for anyone interested is next week on Wednesday in Room 313 at 7:40 am.
Today’s quote comes from George Harrison: “All the world is a birthday cake, so take a piece, but not too much.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Today is a B day.
Don’t forget about picture day tomorrow for those that were absent on 9/11.
Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper today in Room 122 at 3 pm.
Unplugged After-school meet in 112
NJHS students will be visiting Oak Tree Road School. We will meet in the cafe at 8:45 this morning.
The next Mock Trial Club Meeting is next Wednesday after school in room 122.
The Chemistry Club will meet today in Room 505.
STEM club for Group A, will meet today in room: 306. Please check Google Classroom for more information.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today in room 305.
Get your costumes ready and join Community Council for a spooky good time at the Masquerade next from 6-8pm. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP to purchase your ticket!
Today’s quote comes from Vince Lombardi: “Winning is a habit. Unfortunately, so is losing.”
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Today is a B day.
Don’t forget about picture day tomorrow for those that were absent on 9/11.
Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper today in Room 122 at 3 pm.
Unplugged After-school meet in 112
NJHS students will be visiting Oak Tree Road School. We will meet in the cafe at 8:45 this morning.
The next Mock Trial Club Meeting is next Wednesday after school in room 122.
The Chemistry Club will meet today in Room 505.
STEM club for Group A, will meet today in room: 306. Please check Google Classroom for more information.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today in room 305.
Get your costumes ready and join Community Council for a spooky good time at the Masquerade next from 6-8pm. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP to purchase your ticket!
Today’s quote comes from Vince Lombardi: “Winning is a habit. Unfortunately, so is losing.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Today is an A day.
Garden Club will meet today in the courtyard ( ALL Grades ) till 3:50 pm .
8th grade extra math help is cancelled today.
Reminder that Thursday is the picture day for anyone that was absent on 9/11.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper this Wednesday, October 21 in Room 122 at 3 pm.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in room 506.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting tomorrow afternoon in Room 505.
There is art club after school today.
Fashion Club meets tomorrow Wednesday in room 409. Remember to fill out the pre-attendance form in our google classroom.
Girls Basketball Tryouts are tomorrow immediately after school until 4:30pm. All girls trying out must have a completed physical and a ride home at 4:30pm.
IMS is Having a Thanksgiving Bake Sale . Check out the Pie and Baked goods selection if interested. Order forms are on the Website or in the Main Office .
The Halloween masquerade is almost here! Bring in your permission slip and $7 to your homeroom teacher by Friday to take advantage of the presale. See the IMS website for more info and to print your permission slip.
STEM club for Group A - Grade 7 and 8 - will meet tomorrow in room: 306. Please check Google Classroom for more information.
Today’s quote comes from Reinhold Niebuhr: “Forgiveness is the final form of love.”
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Today is an A day.
Garden Club will meet today in the courtyard ( ALL Grades ) till 3:50 pm .
8th grade extra math help is cancelled today.
Reminder that Thursday is the picture day for anyone that was absent on 9/11.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper this Wednesday, October 21 in Room 122 at 3 pm.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in room 506.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting tomorrow afternoon in Room 505.
There is art club after school today.
Fashion Club meets tomorrow Wednesday in room 409. Remember to fill out the pre-attendance form in our google classroom.
Girls Basketball Tryouts are tomorrow immediately after school until 4:30pm. All girls trying out must have a completed physical and a ride home at 4:30pm.
IMS is Having a Thanksgiving Bake Sale . Check out the Pie and Baked goods selection if interested. Order forms are on the Website or in the Main Office .
The Halloween masquerade is almost here! Bring in your permission slip and $7 to your homeroom teacher by Friday to take advantage of the presale. See the IMS website for more info and to print your permission slip.
STEM club for Group A - Grade 7 and 8 - will meet tomorrow in room: 306. Please check Google Classroom for more information.
Today’s quote comes from Reinhold Niebuhr: “Forgiveness is the final form of love.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Monday, October 19, 2026
Today is a B day.
Yesterday was Mrs. Baldesweiler’s birthday - please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes - per 3 report to room 412 and per 5 report to room 607
Its the CAN CAN COLLECTION! Room 306 is STILL in the lead with 26 cans. In a close 2nd place is Room 506 with 21 cans. The can can challenge continues. Thank you for your support!
Fashion Club: Please respond to the Pre-Attendance Form in our google classroom. Respond no later than Tuesday. The club will meet Wednesday 10/22 in room 409.
Astronomy Club is tomorrow in room 506.
Geography Club is on Wednesday in room 511.
Dance Company rehearsal after school. No late bus.
The presale for the Masquerade is on! Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher by Friday and receive a $1 voucher to use at the snack table.
No 8th grade extra math help tomorrow.
There is gardening club tomorrow .
Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, October 21 in Room 122 at 3 pm.
Cheerleading tryouts will be postponed until tomorrow October 20th after school. Cheer will not be meeting today.
If you auditioned for Annie Jr. please check the Annie Jr. Website to see if your name is on the cast list! If it is, please come by room 607 to pick up your script.
Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in room 506.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
Today’s quote comes from Bill Gates: “It is fine to celebrate success, but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday, October 16, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today is Ms. Weiser’s Birthday - please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Attention Mr. herbeck’s per 5 class report to 607 not the gym and his period 6 class report to 313 not the gym.
If you auditioned for Annie Jr. The cast list will be posted today after school on the Annie Jr. Website.
6th Grade Band you have a meeting Monday October 19th at 7:20 am. 7th and 8th grade band will meet Wednesday October 21st at 7:20 am
The Honor Society is currently collecting cans from each homeroom. Find out next week which homeroom is in the lead. Will it still be Room 306? Keep bringing in cans for the challenge!
Today is the last day to Guess How Many and support the Young Survival Coalition, a breast cancer charity. $1 to take a guess- if you’re the closest, you’ll get to take home the whole jar of candy today!
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper on Wednesday, October 21 in Room 122
Mrs. DiMeglio’s 8th grade students, as a reminder, please report to room 412 today.
Today’s quote comes from Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Always do what you are afraid to do.”
Friday, October 16, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today is Ms. Weiser’s Birthday - please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Attention Mr. herbeck’s per 5 class report to 607 not the gym and his period 6 class report to 313 not the gym.
If you auditioned for Annie Jr. The cast list will be posted today after school on the Annie Jr. Website.
6th Grade Band you have a meeting Monday October 19th at 7:20 am. 7th and 8th grade band will meet Wednesday October 21st at 7:20 am
The Honor Society is currently collecting cans from each homeroom. Find out next week which homeroom is in the lead. Will it still be Room 306? Keep bringing in cans for the challenge!
Today is the last day to Guess How Many and support the Young Survival Coalition, a breast cancer charity. $1 to take a guess- if you’re the closest, you’ll get to take home the whole jar of candy today!
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper on Wednesday, October 21 in Room 122
Mrs. DiMeglio’s 8th grade students, as a reminder, please report to room 412 today.
Today’s quote comes from Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Always do what you are afraid to do.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Pink shirts, pink hats, pink candy! For just a dollar, guess how many pink Starbursts are in the jar during lunches, and help raise money for charity.
6th Grade Band will meet Monday October 9th at 7:20 am. 7th and 8th grade band will meet Wednesday October 21st at 7:20 am
Girls Basketball Tryouts will be immediately after school on October 21st and October 22nd until 4:30pm. To try-out you must have an active physical on file and a ride home at 4:30pm.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper on Wednesday, October 21 in Room 122 after school
Attention Mrs. DiMeglio’s 8th grade students, please report to room 412 today and tomorrow.
Today is the IMS Soccer Tournament, after school. Eight teams battling it out for victory and bragging rights. Why not stay and support your favorite team? Students participating in the tournament should listen for an announcement during sixth period.
Today Ms. Popino’s 8th grade dance class will be teaching Latin dance lessons during 6th and 7th grade lunches. Sign-ups are in your grade level Google classrooms!
Did you know Only 5% to 10% of breast cancers are linked to inherited gene mutations (such as BRCA1 and BRCA2); the vast majority occur in people with no family history
Today’s quote comes from Conrad Hall: “You are always a student, never a master. You have to keep moving forward.”
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Pink shirts, pink hats, pink candy! For just a dollar, guess how many pink Starbursts are in the jar during lunches, and help raise money for charity.
6th Grade Band will meet Monday October 9th at 7:20 am. 7th and 8th grade band will meet Wednesday October 21st at 7:20 am
Girls Basketball Tryouts will be immediately after school on October 21st and October 22nd until 4:30pm. To try-out you must have an active physical on file and a ride home at 4:30pm.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting for anyone interested in working on the school newspaper on Wednesday, October 21 in Room 122 after school
Attention Mrs. DiMeglio’s 8th grade students, please report to room 412 today and tomorrow.
Today is the IMS Soccer Tournament, after school. Eight teams battling it out for victory and bragging rights. Why not stay and support your favorite team? Students participating in the tournament should listen for an announcement during sixth period.
Today Ms. Popino’s 8th grade dance class will be teaching Latin dance lessons during 6th and 7th grade lunches. Sign-ups are in your grade level Google classrooms!
Did you know Only 5% to 10% of breast cancers are linked to inherited gene mutations (such as BRCA1 and BRCA2); the vast majority occur in people with no family history
Today’s quote comes from Conrad Hall: “You are always a student, never a master. You have to keep moving forward.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Reminder to Guess How Many during lunch today for just $1. Your money goes to support a breast cancer charity (plus, the winner gets the whole jar of candy!)
Grade 6 Garden club is canceled for today .
6th Grade Band will be meeting for its first rehearsal next Monday October at 7:20 am.
Advanced band will meet Wednesday, October 21st.
The IMS Panthers softball team lost in the playoffs to Woodbridge yesterday. The Panthers of the game were Riyadhna Williams with a great showing and Jelissa Mejia who was two for three with a home run and a triple and four RBIs.
Chemistry Club meeting today in Room 505.
Geography Club meeting today in Room 511.
Mock Trial Club interest meeting today in room 122.
Boys basketball interest meeting for 7th & 8th graders only tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the gym.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306. For you to attend the club today, you should be invited to join the Google Classroom.
Fashion club will meet today in room: 409.
Attention Soccer fans! The IMS Soccer Tournament will be held tomorrow after school. Come cheer on your friends in this exciting free event, but make sure you have a ride home by 5:45.
Get those costumes ready - the masquerade is back! Join Community Council on Thursday, October 29 from 6-8pm for some spooky Halloween fun. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
For the final day of Hispanic Heritage Month, Ms. Popino’s 8th grade dance class will be teaching Latin dance lessons during 6th and 7th grade lunches tomorrow. Sign-ups are in your grade level Google classrooms!
Today is make your head pink for Breast Cancer Awareness. Did you know that less than 1% of all breast cancer cases occur in men with an estimated 2,670 invasive cases projected for this year alone. Support the cause to raise awareness and show your pink. Tomorrow is PINK bottom days. For $2 you can wear PINK pjs! Or wear shorts/pants or socks for free. Your $2 will be donated to the young coalition for breast cancer.
Today’s quote comes from John Rohn: Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present.”
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Reminder to Guess How Many during lunch today for just $1. Your money goes to support a breast cancer charity (plus, the winner gets the whole jar of candy!)
Grade 6 Garden club is canceled for today .
6th Grade Band will be meeting for its first rehearsal next Monday October at 7:20 am.
Advanced band will meet Wednesday, October 21st.
The IMS Panthers softball team lost in the playoffs to Woodbridge yesterday. The Panthers of the game were Riyadhna Williams with a great showing and Jelissa Mejia who was two for three with a home run and a triple and four RBIs.
Chemistry Club meeting today in Room 505.
Geography Club meeting today in Room 511.
Mock Trial Club interest meeting today in room 122.
Boys basketball interest meeting for 7th & 8th graders only tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the gym.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306. For you to attend the club today, you should be invited to join the Google Classroom.
Fashion club will meet today in room: 409.
Attention Soccer fans! The IMS Soccer Tournament will be held tomorrow after school. Come cheer on your friends in this exciting free event, but make sure you have a ride home by 5:45.
Get those costumes ready - the masquerade is back! Join Community Council on Thursday, October 29 from 6-8pm for some spooky Halloween fun. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
For the final day of Hispanic Heritage Month, Ms. Popino’s 8th grade dance class will be teaching Latin dance lessons during 6th and 7th grade lunches tomorrow. Sign-ups are in your grade level Google classrooms!
Today is make your head pink for Breast Cancer Awareness. Did you know that less than 1% of all breast cancer cases occur in men with an estimated 2,670 invasive cases projected for this year alone. Support the cause to raise awareness and show your pink. Tomorrow is PINK bottom days. For $2 you can wear PINK pjs! Or wear shorts/pants or socks for free. Your $2 will be donated to the young coalition for breast cancer.
Today’s quote comes from John Rohn: Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Congratulations to our raffle winner from Friday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 8th grader Dhyani Makwana! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize! Thank you to everyone who participated!
Community Council will be running a Guess How Many during lunches this week to raise money for Young Survival Coalition, a breast cancer charity. Guesses are just $1.
Dance Company rehearsal today is CANCELLED. It is now Thursday. Check Google Classroom.
Annie Jr. Reminder: If your name is on the callback list, come to callbacks today after school in the 600 wing until 4:30pm
It’s trivia time! Do you know which insects can lift 20 times their own body weight? If you guessed ants, you’re correct! See you at the first Trivia Challenge Club today after school in Room 417!
Garden Club after school today for 7 & 8th grade, see you in the courtyard!
Community Council meeting today in room 312.
Chemistry Club is meeting tomorrow in Room 505.
Tomorrow is a Mock Trial Club interest meeting after school in room 122.
Astronomy Club is meeting today in Room 506.
Art club is meeting today! If you turned in your permission slip, see you in the art room later.
Geography Club is meeting Wednesday in Room 511. Check Google Classroom for feedback.
Can Can Challenge Update: The homeroom with the MOST cans so far is Room 306- Ms. Cruz’s homeroom with 21 cans. In 2nd place so far is Room 506- Mrs. Senatore’s homeroom with 13 cans. Keep bringing in those cans!
STEM club will meet after school tomorrow in room 306.: In order to attend you should be invited into the google classroom. Last day for this week to hand in the form is tomorrow morning.
Cheer will meet today in the gym until 5. Please make sure you have a ride, your permission slip and an active physical on file
Fashion Club is in 409. Check your google classroom for the invite. If you did not receive an invite, you need to fill out a google form on Mrs. Rogoff’s google site. Forms must be turned in no later than tomorrow morning.
Gaming Club is meeting today in room 117.
There will be a boys basketball interest meeting Thursday morning at 7:45 in the gym. This meeting is only for 7th and 8th grade boys. See Mr. McGarry for details.
Girls Basketball Tryouts will be held immediately after school on October 21st and 22nd until 4:30pm. To try-out you must have a physical and a ride home at 4:30pm.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. committee is meeting today after-school in room 305.
It’s PINK Week - how many of you have on pink tops? Tomorrow, is make your head pink. The more pink the more points! Did you know 1 in 8 women in the US will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime.
Today’s quote comes from Theodore Roosevelt: “Keep your eyes on the stars and your feet on the ground.”
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Congratulations to our raffle winner from Friday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 8th grader Dhyani Makwana! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize! Thank you to everyone who participated!
Community Council will be running a Guess How Many during lunches this week to raise money for Young Survival Coalition, a breast cancer charity. Guesses are just $1.
Dance Company rehearsal today is CANCELLED. It is now Thursday. Check Google Classroom.
Annie Jr. Reminder: If your name is on the callback list, come to callbacks today after school in the 600 wing until 4:30pm
It’s trivia time! Do you know which insects can lift 20 times their own body weight? If you guessed ants, you’re correct! See you at the first Trivia Challenge Club today after school in Room 417!
Garden Club after school today for 7 & 8th grade, see you in the courtyard!
Community Council meeting today in room 312.
Chemistry Club is meeting tomorrow in Room 505.
Tomorrow is a Mock Trial Club interest meeting after school in room 122.
Astronomy Club is meeting today in Room 506.
Art club is meeting today! If you turned in your permission slip, see you in the art room later.
Geography Club is meeting Wednesday in Room 511. Check Google Classroom for feedback.
Can Can Challenge Update: The homeroom with the MOST cans so far is Room 306- Ms. Cruz’s homeroom with 21 cans. In 2nd place so far is Room 506- Mrs. Senatore’s homeroom with 13 cans. Keep bringing in those cans!
STEM club will meet after school tomorrow in room 306.: In order to attend you should be invited into the google classroom. Last day for this week to hand in the form is tomorrow morning.
Cheer will meet today in the gym until 5. Please make sure you have a ride, your permission slip and an active physical on file
Fashion Club is in 409. Check your google classroom for the invite. If you did not receive an invite, you need to fill out a google form on Mrs. Rogoff’s google site. Forms must be turned in no later than tomorrow morning.
Gaming Club is meeting today in room 117.
There will be a boys basketball interest meeting Thursday morning at 7:45 in the gym. This meeting is only for 7th and 8th grade boys. See Mr. McGarry for details.
Girls Basketball Tryouts will be held immediately after school on October 21st and 22nd until 4:30pm. To try-out you must have a physical and a ride home at 4:30pm.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. committee is meeting today after-school in room 305.
It’s PINK Week - how many of you have on pink tops? Tomorrow, is make your head pink. The more pink the more points! Did you know 1 in 8 women in the US will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime.
Today’s quote comes from Theodore Roosevelt: “Keep your eyes on the stars and your feet on the ground.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday, October 9, 2026
Today is an A Day.
If you auditioned for Annie, Jr. thank you and great job! You may now check the Annie website for the official callback list. It can be found under the “extra-curricular activities” tab on the IMS website. Just scroll down to “Drama Club.”
Congratulations to our raffle winner for yesterday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 7th grader Anaya Dalal! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize!
Today, New Jersey goes blue and gold! Schools across the state are wearing blue and gold to take a stand against bullying. As we end our Week of Respect and Inclusion, remember that your words and actions matter. Continue choosing kindness, including others, and speaking up when someone is being treated unfairly!
Attention Mrs. Malleck’s gym classes - per 1 go to room 412; per 3 go to room 412; per 5 go to room 607, per 6 go to room 313
Attention Mr. Drucquer’s gym classes - per 2 go to room 415; per 3 go to room 604; per 4 go to room 417
There will be a Mock Trial Club interest meeting on Wednesday October 16th after school in room 122.
The National Junior Honor Society members are currently collecting cans from each homeroom for the Can Can Challenge. There are prizes for the winning homeroom. IMS has a goal of collecting 1,000 cans. Are you up to the challenge?? Bring in as many cans as you can so your homeroom can win and so IMS can complete the challenge!
Cheerleading tryout practice will be Tuesday, October 13th, after school in the gym until 5:00 PM! Students without an active physical will not be able to participate. Check the Cheer Google Classroom for any updates.
Community Council members, check Google Classroom for info about lunch sales and next week’s meeting.
Astronomy club will meet Tuesday after school in Room 506. If you missed last week’s meeting, you are welcomed to attend this Tuesday.
It’s trivia time! Which Halloween candy has been voted the worst of all time? The correct answer is candy corn! Join us at the first Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 10/13 after school in Room 417!
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Panamanian baseball legend Mariano Rivera grew up playing with gloves made from cardboard and bats made from tree branches? He went on to become a star pitcher for the New York Yankees and, in 2019, the first player unanimously elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Friday, October 9, 2026
Today is an A Day.
If you auditioned for Annie, Jr. thank you and great job! You may now check the Annie website for the official callback list. It can be found under the “extra-curricular activities” tab on the IMS website. Just scroll down to “Drama Club.”
Congratulations to our raffle winner for yesterday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 7th grader Anaya Dalal! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize!
Today, New Jersey goes blue and gold! Schools across the state are wearing blue and gold to take a stand against bullying. As we end our Week of Respect and Inclusion, remember that your words and actions matter. Continue choosing kindness, including others, and speaking up when someone is being treated unfairly!
Attention Mrs. Malleck’s gym classes - per 1 go to room 412; per 3 go to room 412; per 5 go to room 607, per 6 go to room 313
Attention Mr. Drucquer’s gym classes - per 2 go to room 415; per 3 go to room 604; per 4 go to room 417
There will be a Mock Trial Club interest meeting on Wednesday October 16th after school in room 122.
The National Junior Honor Society members are currently collecting cans from each homeroom for the Can Can Challenge. There are prizes for the winning homeroom. IMS has a goal of collecting 1,000 cans. Are you up to the challenge?? Bring in as many cans as you can so your homeroom can win and so IMS can complete the challenge!
Cheerleading tryout practice will be Tuesday, October 13th, after school in the gym until 5:00 PM! Students without an active physical will not be able to participate. Check the Cheer Google Classroom for any updates.
Community Council members, check Google Classroom for info about lunch sales and next week’s meeting.
Astronomy club will meet Tuesday after school in Room 506. If you missed last week’s meeting, you are welcomed to attend this Tuesday.
It’s trivia time! Which Halloween candy has been voted the worst of all time? The correct answer is candy corn! Join us at the first Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 10/13 after school in Room 417!
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Panamanian baseball legend Mariano Rivera grew up playing with gloves made from cardboard and bats made from tree branches? He went on to become a star pitcher for the New York Yankees and, in 2019, the first player unanimously elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Congratulations to our raffle winner for yesterday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 8th grader Kosha Patel! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize!
Today is Togetherness Thursday. Tomorrow, New Jersey goes blue and gold, so wear blue and gold as we unite with schools across the state and take a stand against bullying!
Are you interested in learning about how our legal system works? Want to become a lawyer, judge or sit on a jury? Then this club is for you! There will be a Mock Trial Club interest meeting on Wednesday October 16th afterschool in room 122.
If you signed up to audition for Annie Jr., please check which audition date you selected. If you selected October 8, come to the Art Room after school today for auditions! Auditions will end at 4:30 p.m.
It’s trivia time! The Baltimore Ravens NFL team is named after the poem “The Raven” written by which popular author known for gothic horror? The correct answer is Edgar Allan Poe! Test your knowledge at the first Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 10/13 after school in Room 417!
The Panthers softball team lost to Fords yesterday. The Panthers of the game are 6th grader Carla Cruceta and 8th grader Julia Walsh. The Panthers will be in the playoffs on Tuesday against Woodbridge Middle School.
Fashion Club: If you missed the meeting yesterday in 409, please go to Mrs. Rogoff’s school website and fill out the goggle form.
Today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Chilean poet and educator Gabriela Mistral became the first Latin American writer to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1945? A teacher as well as an author, she helped bring Latin American poetry to worldwide attention, showing how powerful words and storytelling can be.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Congratulations to our raffle winner for yesterday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 8th grader Kosha Patel! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize!
Today is Togetherness Thursday. Tomorrow, New Jersey goes blue and gold, so wear blue and gold as we unite with schools across the state and take a stand against bullying!
Are you interested in learning about how our legal system works? Want to become a lawyer, judge or sit on a jury? Then this club is for you! There will be a Mock Trial Club interest meeting on Wednesday October 16th afterschool in room 122.
If you signed up to audition for Annie Jr., please check which audition date you selected. If you selected October 8, come to the Art Room after school today for auditions! Auditions will end at 4:30 p.m.
It’s trivia time! The Baltimore Ravens NFL team is named after the poem “The Raven” written by which popular author known for gothic horror? The correct answer is Edgar Allan Poe! Test your knowledge at the first Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 10/13 after school in Room 417!
The Panthers softball team lost to Fords yesterday. The Panthers of the game are 6th grader Carla Cruceta and 8th grader Julia Walsh. The Panthers will be in the playoffs on Tuesday against Woodbridge Middle School.
Fashion Club: If you missed the meeting yesterday in 409, please go to Mrs. Rogoff’s school website and fill out the goggle form.
Today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Chilean poet and educator Gabriela Mistral became the first Latin American writer to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1945? A teacher as well as an author, she helped bring Latin American poetry to worldwide attention, showing how powerful words and storytelling can be.
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Today is an A Day.
STEM club interest meeting today will be in room 306. Open to all grade levels.
Congratulations to our raffle winner for yesterday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 6th grader Victoria Almeida! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize!
Today’s theme is Panther Pride! Show your Panther Pride by treating others with respect and helping make our school welcoming for everyone. Tomorrow is Togetherness Thursday, so wear cultural attire to celebrate the diversity that brings us together!
National Junior Honor Society- Our next meeting is tomorrow during lunch. Check out our Google classroom for more information about the meeting.
Geography club will meet today in room 511 after school.
Chemistry Club will meet today after school in room 505.
Fashion Club interest meeting will meet today in room 409.
The IMS softball team lost 8-6 to WMS in a well played game. Lily Sparks and Julia Walsh combined to only allow 3 runs in the circle and Sky-Lyn Gallegos was the Panther of the Game with a double and rbi.
The garden club is meeting after school in the courtyard . Late Buses will be available . Pick up is no later than 3:50 pm .
If you signed up to audition for Annie Jr., please check which audition date you selected. If you selected October 7, come to the Art Room after school today for auditions! Auditions will end at 4:30 p.m.
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Mexican-born chemist Mario Molina helped discover that chemicals used in products like refrigerators and aerosol sprays were damaging Earth’s protective ozone layer? His research helped the world understand a major environmental threat and earned him a share of the 1995 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Today is an A Day.
STEM club interest meeting today will be in room 306. Open to all grade levels.
Congratulations to our raffle winner for yesterday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 6th grader Victoria Almeida! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize!
Today’s theme is Panther Pride! Show your Panther Pride by treating others with respect and helping make our school welcoming for everyone. Tomorrow is Togetherness Thursday, so wear cultural attire to celebrate the diversity that brings us together!
National Junior Honor Society- Our next meeting is tomorrow during lunch. Check out our Google classroom for more information about the meeting.
Geography club will meet today in room 511 after school.
Chemistry Club will meet today after school in room 505.
Fashion Club interest meeting will meet today in room 409.
The IMS softball team lost 8-6 to WMS in a well played game. Lily Sparks and Julia Walsh combined to only allow 3 runs in the circle and Sky-Lyn Gallegos was the Panther of the Game with a double and rbi.
The garden club is meeting after school in the courtyard . Late Buses will be available . Pick up is no later than 3:50 pm .
If you signed up to audition for Annie Jr., please check which audition date you selected. If you selected October 7, come to the Art Room after school today for auditions! Auditions will end at 4:30 p.m.
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Mexican-born chemist Mario Molina helped discover that chemicals used in products like refrigerators and aerosol sprays were damaging Earth’s protective ozone layer? His research helped the world understand a major environmental threat and earned him a share of the 1995 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
Here are today’s announcements Tuesday, October 6, 2026:
Today is an A Day.
The Cheerleading Interest Meeting will take place today, in Room 112 after school! Please make sure you have an active physical turned in.
STEM club interest meeting tomorrow in room 306. Open to all grade levels.
Fashion Club interest meeting in room 409 tomorrow. If you are not on a late bus, make sure you have a ride home.
Geography Club will meet tomorrow in room 511.
Congratulations to our raffle winner for yesterday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 7th grader Suhani Patel! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize!
Today is Twin Day because we are more alike than different! Thank you to everyone who matched with a friend, teacher, or group. Tomorrow is Panther Pride Day, so wear green, white, black, or your favorite IMS gear!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in room 506. Open to all 6th graders and 7th and 8th graders who have not attended in the past.
Debate Club will meet today after school in room 510.
Chemistry Club will be meeting tomorrow after school in room 505 until 3:50.
The girls basketball interest meeting will take place tomorrow morning at 7:45am in the gym.
Gaming Club will meet today after school in room 117.
Attention Soccer Fans! Come out and support your favorite team at the IMS Soccer Tournament on Thursday, Oct. 15th after school. It’s free to attend! Also, all brackets are filled and no more team entries will be accepted.
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Dominican-born fashion designer Oscar de la Renta originally went to Spain to study painting? He began sketching clothing to help pay for his studies and eventually became an internationally recognized designer, showing how exploring one creative interest can open the door to another.
Today is an A Day.
The Cheerleading Interest Meeting will take place today, in Room 112 after school! Please make sure you have an active physical turned in.
STEM club interest meeting tomorrow in room 306. Open to all grade levels.
Fashion Club interest meeting in room 409 tomorrow. If you are not on a late bus, make sure you have a ride home.
Geography Club will meet tomorrow in room 511.
Congratulations to our raffle winner for yesterday’s Week of Respect & Inclusion spirit day- 7th grader Suhani Patel! Please come to Guidance after the announcements to claim your prize!
Today is Twin Day because we are more alike than different! Thank you to everyone who matched with a friend, teacher, or group. Tomorrow is Panther Pride Day, so wear green, white, black, or your favorite IMS gear!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in room 506. Open to all 6th graders and 7th and 8th graders who have not attended in the past.
Debate Club will meet today after school in room 510.
Chemistry Club will be meeting tomorrow after school in room 505 until 3:50.
The girls basketball interest meeting will take place tomorrow morning at 7:45am in the gym.
Gaming Club will meet today after school in room 117.
Attention Soccer Fans! Come out and support your favorite team at the IMS Soccer Tournament on Thursday, Oct. 15th after school. It’s free to attend! Also, all brackets are filled and no more team entries will be accepted.
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Dominican-born fashion designer Oscar de la Renta originally went to Spain to study painting? He began sketching clothing to help pay for his studies and eventually became an internationally recognized designer, showing how exploring one creative interest can open the door to another.
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, October 5, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Mrs. Mandell’s period 2 class please report to your regular scheduled classroom not G&T today.
Mr. Herbeck’s per 5 please go to room 607 not the gym and per 6 go to room 309 not the gym
The Cheerleading Interest Meeting will take place tomorrow, October 6th, in Room 112 after school! Please make sure you have an active physical turned in.
STEM club interest meeting will be on October 7th after school in room 306.
Dance Company rehearsal today after school. Check google classroom.
Fashion Club interest meeting will be on October 7th in room 409. Make sure you can be on the late bus or that you have a ride.
Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in room 506. Open to all 6th graders and any 7th or 8th graders who have not attended in the past.
Softball is off today. No practice. Please refer to the schedule. Game on Tuesday and Game on Wednesday.
Chemistry Club will be meeting Wednesday after school in Room 505. It’s open to all 6th graders and any 7th or 8th grade students who have not attended Chemistry Club before.
Are you interested in learning more about other countries and cultures? Join the Geography Club. The first meeting will be this Wednesday, after school in 511.
Do you love to argue? Come to Debate Club after school on Tuesday! We will meet in room 510.
The Girls Basketball Interest meeting will take place October 7th at 7:45am in the Gym. Make sure you have an active physical turned in.
Reminder to Community Council members to check our Google Classroom for information about this week’s meeting.
Attention Futbolistas! There is only room for 3 more teams to play in the IMS 4 vs 4 Soccer Tournament on Thursday, Oct. 15th. Get your completed entries into the main office.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
Today begins our Week of Respect and Inclusion with “Hats Off to Kindness.” We hope you’re wearing your favorite hat as a reminder that kindness is always in style! Tomorrow is Twin Day, so coordinate with a friend, teacher, or group and dress alike!
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Colombian-born engineer Diana Trujillo moved to the United States at age 17 and worked full time while learning English and attending college? She went on to help lead NASA’s Mars rover missions and co-created NASA’s first Spanish-language live broadcast of a planetary landing, bringing space exploration to millions of viewers.
Monday, October 5, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Mrs. Mandell’s period 2 class please report to your regular scheduled classroom not G&T today.
Mr. Herbeck’s per 5 please go to room 607 not the gym and per 6 go to room 309 not the gym
The Cheerleading Interest Meeting will take place tomorrow, October 6th, in Room 112 after school! Please make sure you have an active physical turned in.
STEM club interest meeting will be on October 7th after school in room 306.
Dance Company rehearsal today after school. Check google classroom.
Fashion Club interest meeting will be on October 7th in room 409. Make sure you can be on the late bus or that you have a ride.
Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in room 506. Open to all 6th graders and any 7th or 8th graders who have not attended in the past.
Softball is off today. No practice. Please refer to the schedule. Game on Tuesday and Game on Wednesday.
Chemistry Club will be meeting Wednesday after school in Room 505. It’s open to all 6th graders and any 7th or 8th grade students who have not attended Chemistry Club before.
Are you interested in learning more about other countries and cultures? Join the Geography Club. The first meeting will be this Wednesday, after school in 511.
Do you love to argue? Come to Debate Club after school on Tuesday! We will meet in room 510.
The Girls Basketball Interest meeting will take place October 7th at 7:45am in the Gym. Make sure you have an active physical turned in.
Reminder to Community Council members to check our Google Classroom for information about this week’s meeting.
Attention Futbolistas! There is only room for 3 more teams to play in the IMS 4 vs 4 Soccer Tournament on Thursday, Oct. 15th. Get your completed entries into the main office.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
Today begins our Week of Respect and Inclusion with “Hats Off to Kindness.” We hope you’re wearing your favorite hat as a reminder that kindness is always in style! Tomorrow is Twin Day, so coordinate with a friend, teacher, or group and dress alike!
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact… Did you know that Colombian-born engineer Diana Trujillo moved to the United States at age 17 and worked full time while learning English and attending college? She went on to help lead NASA’s Mars rover missions and co-created NASA’s first Spanish-language live broadcast of a planetary landing, bringing space exploration to millions of viewers.
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, October 2, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Custodial Workers Day.
Today is Mr. Acquisto and Mr. Herre’s birthdays. Please join me in wishing them a very happy birthday.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes: do not go to the gym - per 3 report to room 412 and per 5 report to 607
IMS Softball Panthers of the game were Lily Sparks with an RBI and 3 innings of pitching and Roshni Goel with 2 solid hits.
Interested in auditioning for Annie JR.? Please see Ms. Donnelly in Room 607 to fill out an audition form. All forms are due by TODAY!
The Can Can Challenge has begun! Is your homeroom in the lead? Make sure to bring in as many canned goods as possible to be the winning homeroom.
Are you interested in joining the cheerleading team? Come learn more at our Cheerleading Interest Meeting on October 6th in Room 112 after school! Please make sure you have an active physical turned in in order to try out!
Astronomy club will be meeting for the first time on Tuesday, Oct. 6th after school in Room 506. Astronomy club is open to all 6th grade students and any 7th or 8th grade students who have not participated in the past. Late buses are available.
Debate Club will have an interest meeting on Tuesday after school in room 510. If you love to argue and want to learn more about the club, please come join us!
Are you advanced in visual, literary, or performing arts and interested in developing your skills while learning from experts in the field? An Arts High representative will be at IMS on Friday, October 9th during your lunch periods to speak with interested students. More information and sign-ups can be found in your grade-level Google Classroom.
Want to try a new board game or just be in a place to hang out and game with friends? Then join us in the Gaming Club! Our first meeting will be on Tuesday, after school in room 117.
Community Council members, please check Google Classroom for information about an upcoming meeting.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 6th after-school in room 305. Students who were not able to attend the interest meeting are still welcome to attend!
Next week, IMS will be recognizing the Week of Respect & Inclusion with a spirit week! Monday’s theme is Hats Off to Kindness! Wear your favorite hat and show that kindness is always in style!
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact…Did you know New Jersey gymnast Laurie Hernandez won Olympic team gold when she was just 16 years old? Proud of her Puerto Rican heritage, she showed young athletes that they could compete on one of the world’s biggest stages.
Friday, October 2, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Custodial Workers Day.
Today is Mr. Acquisto and Mr. Herre’s birthdays. Please join me in wishing them a very happy birthday.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes: do not go to the gym - per 3 report to room 412 and per 5 report to 607
IMS Softball Panthers of the game were Lily Sparks with an RBI and 3 innings of pitching and Roshni Goel with 2 solid hits.
Interested in auditioning for Annie JR.? Please see Ms. Donnelly in Room 607 to fill out an audition form. All forms are due by TODAY!
The Can Can Challenge has begun! Is your homeroom in the lead? Make sure to bring in as many canned goods as possible to be the winning homeroom.
Are you interested in joining the cheerleading team? Come learn more at our Cheerleading Interest Meeting on October 6th in Room 112 after school! Please make sure you have an active physical turned in in order to try out!
Astronomy club will be meeting for the first time on Tuesday, Oct. 6th after school in Room 506. Astronomy club is open to all 6th grade students and any 7th or 8th grade students who have not participated in the past. Late buses are available.
Debate Club will have an interest meeting on Tuesday after school in room 510. If you love to argue and want to learn more about the club, please come join us!
Are you advanced in visual, literary, or performing arts and interested in developing your skills while learning from experts in the field? An Arts High representative will be at IMS on Friday, October 9th during your lunch periods to speak with interested students. More information and sign-ups can be found in your grade-level Google Classroom.
Want to try a new board game or just be in a place to hang out and game with friends? Then join us in the Gaming Club! Our first meeting will be on Tuesday, after school in room 117.
Community Council members, please check Google Classroom for information about an upcoming meeting.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 6th after-school in room 305. Students who were not able to attend the interest meeting are still welcome to attend!
Next week, IMS will be recognizing the Week of Respect & Inclusion with a spirit week! Monday’s theme is Hats Off to Kindness! Wear your favorite hat and show that kindness is always in style!
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact…Did you know New Jersey gymnast Laurie Hernandez won Olympic team gold when she was just 16 years old? Proud of her Puerto Rican heritage, she showed young athletes that they could compete on one of the world’s biggest stages.
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate International Music Day.
Regular Choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the Art room.
Interested in auditioning for Annie JR.? Please see Ms. Donnelly in Room 607 to fill out an audition form. All forms are due by Friday!
The Garden Club will meet in the Courtyard today after school and all must be picked up no later than 3:50 pm . No Late Buses
IMS Panther softball team keeps showing improvement. The Panthers of the game are Carla Cruceta getting on base and showing terrific improvement offensively. Indira Horsford started a double play, catching a fly ball in center and picking off a Colonia runner from 1st base. And Jelissa Mejia snagging a line drive, diving to first and then throwing to 2nd to complete a TRIPLE PLAY.
Are you advanced in visual, literary, or performing arts and interested in developing your skills while learning from experts in the field? An Arts High representative will be at IMS on Friday, October 9th during your lunch periods to speak with interested students. More information and sign-ups can be found in your grade-level Google Classroom.
It’s finally here! The IMS 4 v 4 Soccer Tournament will take place on Thursday, Oct. 15th. If you are interested in playing, grab 4 friends and make a team. Team rosters and permission slips can be found in the cafeteria and on the IMS website. You have until Thursday, Oct. 8th to get your completed entry into the main office or to Mrs. Neilson.
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact…Did you know Puerto Rican baseball star Roberto Clemente was the first Latin American player to reach 3,000 hits? He also devoted his time to helping others, and people remember him for both his talent and his generosity.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate International Music Day.
Regular Choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the Art room.
Interested in auditioning for Annie JR.? Please see Ms. Donnelly in Room 607 to fill out an audition form. All forms are due by Friday!
The Garden Club will meet in the Courtyard today after school and all must be picked up no later than 3:50 pm . No Late Buses
IMS Panther softball team keeps showing improvement. The Panthers of the game are Carla Cruceta getting on base and showing terrific improvement offensively. Indira Horsford started a double play, catching a fly ball in center and picking off a Colonia runner from 1st base. And Jelissa Mejia snagging a line drive, diving to first and then throwing to 2nd to complete a TRIPLE PLAY.
Are you advanced in visual, literary, or performing arts and interested in developing your skills while learning from experts in the field? An Arts High representative will be at IMS on Friday, October 9th during your lunch periods to speak with interested students. More information and sign-ups can be found in your grade-level Google Classroom.
It’s finally here! The IMS 4 v 4 Soccer Tournament will take place on Thursday, Oct. 15th. If you are interested in playing, grab 4 friends and make a team. Team rosters and permission slips can be found in the cafeteria and on the IMS website. You have until Thursday, Oct. 8th to get your completed entry into the main office or to Mrs. Neilson.
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact…Did you know Puerto Rican baseball star Roberto Clemente was the first Latin American player to reach 3,000 hits? He also devoted his time to helping others, and people remember him for both his talent and his generosity.
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate International Podcast Day.
Today is Ms. Donnelly’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes - period 3 please report to room 412 not the gym and period 5 report to room 607 not the gym.
Are you interested in joining the cheerleading team? Come learn more at our Cheerleading Interest Meeting on October 6th in Room 117 after school! Please make sure you have an active physical turned in in order to try out!
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact…Did you know Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was known as the “Queen of Tejano Music”? She helped introduce the South Texas style, which blends Mexican and American music, to a wider audience.
Interested in playing for the Girls Basketball Team? Come to the interest meeting on October 7th at 7:45am in the Gym. Remember, you must have an active physical turned in and approved before participating in tryouts. See Ms. Evans with any questions
The Garden Club is still accepting participants. Please stop by the guidance office to get a permission slip .
The Garden Club will meet in the Courtyard this Thursday, Oct 1st after school and all students must be picked up no later than 3:50 pm . There are no Late Buses . Please dress appropriately to work outside .
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate International Podcast Day.
Today is Ms. Donnelly’s birthday. Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Attention Mr. Acquisto’s gym classes - period 3 please report to room 412 not the gym and period 5 report to room 607 not the gym.
Are you interested in joining the cheerleading team? Come learn more at our Cheerleading Interest Meeting on October 6th in Room 117 after school! Please make sure you have an active physical turned in in order to try out!
Now for today’s Hispanic Heritage Month fact…Did you know Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was known as the “Queen of Tejano Music”? She helped introduce the South Texas style, which blends Mexican and American music, to a wider audience.
Interested in playing for the Girls Basketball Team? Come to the interest meeting on October 7th at 7:45am in the Gym. Remember, you must have an active physical turned in and approved before participating in tryouts. See Ms. Evans with any questions
The Garden Club is still accepting participants. Please stop by the guidance office to get a permission slip .
The Garden Club will meet in the Courtyard this Thursday, Oct 1st after school and all students must be picked up no later than 3:50 pm . There are no Late Buses . Please dress appropriately to work outside .