Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate World Creativity and Innovation Day.
Any 8th grader interested in cheering at JFK next year - there will be an interest meeting today after school in room 112.
Congratulations to the Girls Volleyball team as they beat Woodbridge Middle School yesterday in an exciting 3 game match. Natalia Taistra and Anhitha Marthala had excellent serving performances and the whole team played well together to complete the comeback. Keep up the good work Panthers.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in room 506.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room 409. Please complete the attendance form for tomorrow in google classroom.
Attention Sidekicks, please check our Google Classroom. Reminder: the luncheon is on Wednesday. Please wear your Sidekicks t-shirt.
Garden Club will meet this Thursday April 23rd after school . Weather permitting . Please dress appropriately for working outside . Sneakers preferred . Must be picked up by 3:50 pm . There are NO LATE BUSES
All permission slips for the iFLY STEM trip are due by this Thursday! See Mrs. Lubarsky if you have any questions.
The dodgeball tournament is back! Please check your grades google classroom for sign up and details. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
Tomorrow’s spirit week theme for Autism Acceptance Month is Sensory Friendly Day! Wear soft, comfortable clothing to encourage a safe and calming environment.
Today’s quote comes from Ban Ki-Moon: “To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including autism, are integrated as full and valued members.”
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate World Creativity and Innovation Day.
Any 8th grader interested in cheering at JFK next year - there will be an interest meeting today after school in room 112.
Congratulations to the Girls Volleyball team as they beat Woodbridge Middle School yesterday in an exciting 3 game match. Natalia Taistra and Anhitha Marthala had excellent serving performances and the whole team played well together to complete the comeback. Keep up the good work Panthers.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in room 506.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room 409. Please complete the attendance form for tomorrow in google classroom.
Attention Sidekicks, please check our Google Classroom. Reminder: the luncheon is on Wednesday. Please wear your Sidekicks t-shirt.
Garden Club will meet this Thursday April 23rd after school . Weather permitting . Please dress appropriately for working outside . Sneakers preferred . Must be picked up by 3:50 pm . There are NO LATE BUSES
All permission slips for the iFLY STEM trip are due by this Thursday! See Mrs. Lubarsky if you have any questions.
The dodgeball tournament is back! Please check your grades google classroom for sign up and details. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
Tomorrow’s spirit week theme for Autism Acceptance Month is Sensory Friendly Day! Wear soft, comfortable clothing to encourage a safe and calming environment.
Today’s quote comes from Ban Ki-Moon: “To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including autism, are integrated as full and valued members.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, April 20, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Chinese Language Day.
Any 8th grader interested in cheering at JFK next year - there will be an interest meeting tomorrow after school in room 112.
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.
Chess club will meet on Wednesday after school. The sign up sheet will be posted on classroom today at 3:05
Dance Company rehearsal tomorrow after school till 5:00PM. All members must attend! GC for more information.
Attention Sidekicks, please check our Google Classroom. Reminder: the luncheon is on Wednesday. Please wear your Sidekicks t-shirt.
The dodgeball tournament is back! Please check your grades google classroom for sign up and details. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
Tomorrow’s spirit week theme for Autism Acceptance Month is Twin Tuesday! Wear matching clothes with someone to promote support and friendship.
Today’s quote comes from Ban Ki-Moon: “To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including autism, are integrated as full and valued members.”
Monday, April 20, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Chinese Language Day.
Any 8th grader interested in cheering at JFK next year - there will be an interest meeting tomorrow after school in room 112.
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.
Chess club will meet on Wednesday after school. The sign up sheet will be posted on classroom today at 3:05
Dance Company rehearsal tomorrow after school till 5:00PM. All members must attend! GC for more information.
Attention Sidekicks, please check our Google Classroom. Reminder: the luncheon is on Wednesday. Please wear your Sidekicks t-shirt.
The dodgeball tournament is back! Please check your grades google classroom for sign up and details. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
Tomorrow’s spirit week theme for Autism Acceptance Month is Twin Tuesday! Wear matching clothes with someone to promote support and friendship.
Today’s quote comes from Ban Ki-Moon: “To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including autism, are integrated as full and valued members.”
Here are today’s announcements Friday, April 17, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Kickball Day.
Today is Ms. Leone’s Birthday!! Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Astronomy club will meet on Tuesday, April 21 after school in Room 506.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday April 21st after school in room 122.
The IMS dodgeball tournament is back! Sign ups and information for next week’s tournament are on your grades google classroom. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
This Autism Acceptance Month, we practice awareness and understanding. Some individuals may experience sensitivity to noise, light, or busy environments. By creating supportive spaces we can help foster a sense of comfort and belonging for everyone.
Today is the start of Q4.
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, we will have a spirit week! Students who participate will be entered into a raffle to win a prize! Monday is Magnificent Minds Monday. Wear a hat to celebrate the creativity of all minds!
Today’s quote comes from Buddah: “Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.”
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Kickball Day.
Today is Ms. Leone’s Birthday!! Please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Astronomy club will meet on Tuesday, April 21 after school in Room 506.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday April 21st after school in room 122.
The IMS dodgeball tournament is back! Sign ups and information for next week’s tournament are on your grades google classroom. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
This Autism Acceptance Month, we practice awareness and understanding. Some individuals may experience sensitivity to noise, light, or busy environments. By creating supportive spaces we can help foster a sense of comfort and belonging for everyone.
Today is the start of Q4.
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, we will have a spirit week! Students who participate will be entered into a raffle to win a prize! Monday is Magnificent Minds Monday. Wear a hat to celebrate the creativity of all minds!
Today’s quote comes from Buddah: “Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.”
Here are today’s announcements for Thursday, April 16, 2026:
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National High Five Day.
Attention 8th grade: during period 1 take a few minutes to answer questions about the 8th grade bbq in your class of 2026 google classroom. Thank you
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday April 21st after school in room 122.
The IMS dodgeball tournament is back! Sign ups and information for next week’s tournament are on your grade level google classroom. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
Baritone Boys from choir: Due to after school teacher meetings, we cannot practice today.
Today’s quote comes from George Burns: “You can’t help getting older, but you don’t have to get old.”
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National High Five Day.
Attention 8th grade: during period 1 take a few minutes to answer questions about the 8th grade bbq in your class of 2026 google classroom. Thank you
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday April 21st after school in room 122.
The IMS dodgeball tournament is back! Sign ups and information for next week’s tournament are on your grade level google classroom. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
Baritone Boys from choir: Due to after school teacher meetings, we cannot practice today.
Today’s quote comes from George Burns: “You can’t help getting older, but you don’t have to get old.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Banana Day.
Today is Mrs. Nix’s birthday - please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in 305.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Fashion club will meet today in room 409.
Art club will meet today in the Art Room
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday April 21st after school in room 122.
Attention Arts High students, just a reminder that we have Arts High today.
The IMS dodgeball tournament is back! Sign ups and information for next week’s tournament are on your grade’s google classroom. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
This Autism Acceptance Month, we recognize that communication can take many forms. Everyone deserves to be heard and understood, whether it is through words, gestures, technology, or silence. By embracing these differences, we can create a more inclusive community where every voice is respected.
Today’s quote comes from H. G. Wells: “If you fell down yesterday, stand up today.”
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Banana Day.
Today is Mrs. Nix’s birthday - please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in 305.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Fashion club will meet today in room 409.
Art club will meet today in the Art Room
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday April 21st after school in room 122.
Attention Arts High students, just a reminder that we have Arts High today.
The IMS dodgeball tournament is back! Sign ups and information for next week’s tournament are on your grade’s google classroom. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
This Autism Acceptance Month, we recognize that communication can take many forms. Everyone deserves to be heard and understood, whether it is through words, gestures, technology, or silence. By embracing these differences, we can create a more inclusive community where every voice is respected.
Today’s quote comes from H. G. Wells: “If you fell down yesterday, stand up today.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Gardening Day.
Guitar Club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in Room 506.
Chess club is cancelled for tomorrow, we will meet next week on Wednesday April 22nd.
There is NO Trivia Challenge Club meeting today
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
There is a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting this Wednesday, tomorrow, before school at 7:35 in Room 309.
STEM will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room 409.
Today’s quote comes from Flip Wilson: “You can’t expect to hit the jackpot if you don’t put a few nickels in the machine.”
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Gardening Day.
Guitar Club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in Room 506.
Chess club is cancelled for tomorrow, we will meet next week on Wednesday April 22nd.
There is NO Trivia Challenge Club meeting today
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
There is a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting this Wednesday, tomorrow, before school at 7:35 in Room 309.
STEM will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room 409.
Today’s quote comes from Flip Wilson: “You can’t expect to hit the jackpot if you don’t put a few nickels in the machine.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, April 13, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Thomas Jefferson Day.
Gr 8 students interested in Cheer. There will be a meeting tomorrow morning at IMS you MUST attend for cheer info on tryouts! 7:30 in 117
Dance Company rehearsal after school. Check Google Classroom.
Chess club will meet this Wednesday after school in room 121. The sign-up form will be posted today after school.
Fashion club will meet this Wednesday in room 409.
STEM club will meet this Wednesday in room 306.
Astronomy Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
Attention Sports Teams! Tomorrow we will have a photographer at school to take team pictures. Please come wearing your jerseys and listen to announcements to be called down.
As we celebrate Autism Acceptance Month, we recognize that we all have individual strengths and talents. These unique traits help shape and enrich our school community. We invite everyone to join in on a fun bingo card challenge as a way to connect with each other. These cards are available in the guidance office.
Today’s quote comes from Arthur Ashe: “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”
Monday, April 13, 2026
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Thomas Jefferson Day.
Gr 8 students interested in Cheer. There will be a meeting tomorrow morning at IMS you MUST attend for cheer info on tryouts! 7:30 in 117
Dance Company rehearsal after school. Check Google Classroom.
Chess club will meet this Wednesday after school in room 121. The sign-up form will be posted today after school.
Fashion club will meet this Wednesday in room 409.
STEM club will meet this Wednesday in room 306.
Astronomy Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
Attention Sports Teams! Tomorrow we will have a photographer at school to take team pictures. Please come wearing your jerseys and listen to announcements to be called down.
As we celebrate Autism Acceptance Month, we recognize that we all have individual strengths and talents. These unique traits help shape and enrich our school community. We invite everyone to join in on a fun bingo card challenge as a way to connect with each other. These cards are available in the guidance office.
Today’s quote comes from Arthur Ashe: “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”
Summer’s almost here—and Summer EBT will help you get ready for it. NJ will send a one-time $120 Summer EBT benefit card to eligible children's homes to purchase nutritious food at participating retailers. To determine eligibility or update your contact information, please contact your child’s school.
Important: Dual participation in the Summer EBT program is not allowed. Eligible children may only receive one Summer EBT card each year and can not use benefits from more than one State. To learn more, visit: www.nj.gov/summerebt
El verano está casi aquí y Summer EBT te ayudará a prepararte. NJ enviará una tarjeta de beneficios Summer EBT de $120 única a los hogares de los niños elegibles para comprar alimentos nutritivos en las tiendas participantes. Para saber si calificas o actualizar tu información de contacto, comunícate con la escuela de tu hijo/a.
Importante: No se permite la doble participación en el programa Summer EBT. Los niños elegibles solo pueden recibir una tarjeta Summer EBT al año y no pueden usar beneficios de más de un estado. Para más información, visita: www.nj.gov/summerebt
Important: Dual participation in the Summer EBT program is not allowed. Eligible children may only receive one Summer EBT card each year and can not use benefits from more than one State. To learn more, visit: www.nj.gov/summerebt
El verano está casi aquí y Summer EBT te ayudará a prepararte. NJ enviará una tarjeta de beneficios Summer EBT de $120 única a los hogares de los niños elegibles para comprar alimentos nutritivos en las tiendas participantes. Para saber si calificas o actualizar tu información de contacto, comunícate con la escuela de tu hijo/a.
Importante: No se permite la doble participación en el programa Summer EBT. Los niños elegibles solo pueden recibir una tarjeta Summer EBT al año y no pueden usar beneficios de más de un estado. Para más información, visita: www.nj.gov/summerebt
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, April 3, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Film Score Day.
Tomorrow is Mr. Reed’s birthday - please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday. And next week is Mr. Andrews’ birthday on 4/8 - so please wish him a very happy early birthday.
As we celebrate Autism Acceptance Month, we are reminded that kindness and empathy matter. Small, thoughtful actions like including others, using kind words and inviting someone to sit next to you, can help everyone feel included.
Today’s quote comes from Herodotus: “Of all possessions a friend is the most precious.”
Friday, April 3, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Film Score Day.
Tomorrow is Mr. Reed’s birthday - please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday. And next week is Mr. Andrews’ birthday on 4/8 - so please wish him a very happy early birthday.
As we celebrate Autism Acceptance Month, we are reminded that kindness and empathy matter. Small, thoughtful actions like including others, using kind words and inviting someone to sit next to you, can help everyone feel included.
Today’s quote comes from Herodotus: “Of all possessions a friend is the most precious.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today is Mr. DeLuca’s birthday - please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday
Today we celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day.
Baritone Boys from Choir will meet after school today in room 604.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
Interested in Volunteering with IMS Clean Up Day check out the google classroom for announcements or stop by the Guidance Office for a permission slip .
Mother’s Day Plant Sale will take place on May 5th and all orders are due by April 20th . Order forms can be dropped off to Mrs Pafumi-Libitz in guidance .
Choir rehearsal is cancelled for tomorrow morning. Repeat, no choir rehearsal tomorrow morning. Enjoy your Discovery Day.
Today’s quote comes from Alphonse Karr: “The more things change, the more they are the same.
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today is Mr. DeLuca’s birthday - please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday
Today we celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day.
Baritone Boys from Choir will meet after school today in room 604.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
Interested in Volunteering with IMS Clean Up Day check out the google classroom for announcements or stop by the Guidance Office for a permission slip .
Mother’s Day Plant Sale will take place on May 5th and all orders are due by April 20th . Order forms can be dropped off to Mrs Pafumi-Libitz in guidance .
Choir rehearsal is cancelled for tomorrow morning. Repeat, no choir rehearsal tomorrow morning. Enjoy your Discovery Day.
Today’s quote comes from Alphonse Karr: “The more things change, the more they are the same.
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate April Fool’s Day.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
There is no Art Club today.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Interested in Volunteering with IMS Clean Up Day check out the google classroom for announcements or stop by the Guidance Office for a permission slip .
Mother’s Day Plant Sale will take place on May 5th and all orders are due by April 20th . Order forms can be dropped off to Mrs Pafumi-Libitz in guidance .
Today marks the first day of Autism Acceptance Month! Let’s celebrate differences and show kindness, respect, and inclusion to everyone.
Today’s quote comes from Willa Cather: “Where there is great love, there are always wishes.”
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate April Fool’s Day.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
There is no Art Club today.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Interested in Volunteering with IMS Clean Up Day check out the google classroom for announcements or stop by the Guidance Office for a permission slip .
Mother’s Day Plant Sale will take place on May 5th and all orders are due by April 20th . Order forms can be dropped off to Mrs Pafumi-Libitz in guidance .
Today marks the first day of Autism Acceptance Month! Let’s celebrate differences and show kindness, respect, and inclusion to everyone.
Today’s quote comes from Willa Cather: “Where there is great love, there are always wishes.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Crayon Day.
Attention Mr. McGann’s period 1 class - report to room 313 NOT 117.
There is NO Trivia Challenge Club meeting today
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in Room 505.
STEM club will tomorrow in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in room 305.
All Dance Company members please check Google Classroom!
The Mother’s Day Plant Sale has officially started . Students stop by the Guidance office or the cafe to pick up an order form . All orders are due by Monday April 20th .
Tomorrow is the last day to prepay for the Spring Fling on Thursday. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to secure your spot!
Locker clean out Friday - start cleaning your things out now so you don’t have that much to take home or throw out then.
Today’s quote comes from Maya Angelou: “Each time a woman stands up for herself, she stands up for all women.”
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Crayon Day.
Attention Mr. McGann’s period 1 class - report to room 313 NOT 117.
There is NO Trivia Challenge Club meeting today
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in Room 505.
STEM club will tomorrow in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in room 305.
All Dance Company members please check Google Classroom!
The Mother’s Day Plant Sale has officially started . Students stop by the Guidance office or the cafe to pick up an order form . All orders are due by Monday April 20th .
Tomorrow is the last day to prepay for the Spring Fling on Thursday. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to secure your spot!
Locker clean out Friday - start cleaning your things out now so you don’t have that much to take home or throw out then.
Today’s quote comes from Maya Angelou: “Each time a woman stands up for herself, she stands up for all women.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, March 30, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Pencil Day.
Gaming club is cancelled for tomorrow.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school on Wednesday, April 1st in Room 505.
There is no Chess Club this week
Attention Sidekicks, permission slips for the luncheon are due. Please be sure to turn them in if you would like to attend.
Congratulations to our Women’s History Month Spirit Week winners! 6th grader Thigazhini Tamilselvan, 7th grader Aarvi Chaudhari, and 8th grader Tanveer Singh!
The Mother’s Day Plant Sale has officially started . Students stop by the Guidance office or the cafe to pick up an order form . All orders are due by Monday April 20th .
Today’s quote comes from Amanda Gorman: "There's a lot at stake, but making a difference always takes great courage".
Monday, March 30, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Pencil Day.
Gaming club is cancelled for tomorrow.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school on Wednesday, April 1st in Room 505.
There is no Chess Club this week
Attention Sidekicks, permission slips for the luncheon are due. Please be sure to turn them in if you would like to attend.
Congratulations to our Women’s History Month Spirit Week winners! 6th grader Thigazhini Tamilselvan, 7th grader Aarvi Chaudhari, and 8th grader Tanveer Singh!
The Mother’s Day Plant Sale has officially started . Students stop by the Guidance office or the cafe to pick up an order form . All orders are due by Monday April 20th .
Today’s quote comes from Amanda Gorman: "There's a lot at stake, but making a difference always takes great courage".
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, March 27, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Joe Day.
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00 am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
7th and 8th grade girls who have submitted their physicals to try out for volleyball, this is a friendly reminder that tryouts will be held after school on Monday in the gym.
Get ready for the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 from 6-8pm. Bring your signed permission slip and $7 to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible.
Today’s quote comes from Gloria Steinem: "Feminism has never been about getting a job for one woman. It's about making life more fair for women everywhere"
Friday, March 27, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Joe Day.
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00 am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
7th and 8th grade girls who have submitted their physicals to try out for volleyball, this is a friendly reminder that tryouts will be held after school on Monday in the gym.
Get ready for the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 from 6-8pm. Bring your signed permission slip and $7 to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible.
Today’s quote comes from Gloria Steinem: "Feminism has never been about getting a job for one woman. It's about making life more fair for women everywhere"
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Epilepsy Awareness Day.
6th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day!
Dance Company is canceled today.
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
Have you gotten your tickets for the Spring Fling yet? Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher, and get ready to dance the night away!
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is to wear white to honor suffragists.
Today’s quote comes from the first Black woman in Congress, Shirley Chisolm: “Tremendous amounts of talent are lost to our society because that talent wears a skirt.”
Have a great day IMS
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Epilepsy Awareness Day.
6th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day!
Dance Company is canceled today.
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
Have you gotten your tickets for the Spring Fling yet? Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher, and get ready to dance the night away!
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is to wear white to honor suffragists.
Today’s quote comes from the first Black woman in Congress, Shirley Chisolm: “Tremendous amounts of talent are lost to our society because that talent wears a skirt.”
Have a great day IMS
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate Manatee Appreciation Day.
Yesterday was Mrs. Celano’s birthday. Let’s wish her a Happy Belated Birthday
Attention Ms. Popino’s Period 1 class, please report to room 308
7th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day! 6th graders, be ready to register tomorrow!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school today in room 505.
The next mock trial club meeting will take place today after school in room 122
Fashion Club will meet today in room 409
Stem Club will meet today in room 306.
Chess club will meet today after school in room 121
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
Join Community Council at the last dance of the year - The Spring Fling! Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible to save your spot.
This is a reminder for IMS students to check the Boredom Bench Google Classroom for some important updates.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Super Heroine Day! Dress as female superheroes or fictional characters.
Today’s quote comes from Melinda Gates: "A woman with a voice is, by definition, a strong woman".
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate Manatee Appreciation Day.
Yesterday was Mrs. Celano’s birthday. Let’s wish her a Happy Belated Birthday
Attention Ms. Popino’s Period 1 class, please report to room 308
7th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day! 6th graders, be ready to register tomorrow!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school today in room 505.
The next mock trial club meeting will take place today after school in room 122
Fashion Club will meet today in room 409
Stem Club will meet today in room 306.
Chess club will meet today after school in room 121
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
Join Community Council at the last dance of the year - The Spring Fling! Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible to save your spot.
This is a reminder for IMS students to check the Boredom Bench Google Classroom for some important updates.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Super Heroine Day! Dress as female superheroes or fictional characters.
Today’s quote comes from Melinda Gates: "A woman with a voice is, by definition, a strong woman".
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day.
Congratulations to the boys and girls bowling team for winning their 1st round playoff games against Colonia and Woodbridge. They will both be playing Avenel today after school in the semifinal. Good Luck!!!
Dance Company is cancelled today after school! Please check Google Classroom.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
8th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day! 7th graders, be ready to register tomorrow!
It’s trivia time! Which famous doll was introduced to the world in March 1959? If you guessed Barbie, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in room 505. Please see Chemistry Google Classroom for more details.
Chess club will meet tomorrow after school tomorrow, the signup sheet will be posted at the end of the day today.
The next mock trial club meeting will take place tomorrow Wednesday March 25th after school in room 122
Fashion Club will meet this week on Wednesday March 25th in room 409 Bring your designs if you have something to show.
Stem Club will meet this week on Wednesday March 25th in room 306
Tickets for the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 are on sale for $7. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Role Model Day! Dress like a woman who inspires you.
Today’s quote comes from Eleanor Roosevelt: "Well-behaved women rarely make history".
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day.
Congratulations to the boys and girls bowling team for winning their 1st round playoff games against Colonia and Woodbridge. They will both be playing Avenel today after school in the semifinal. Good Luck!!!
Dance Company is cancelled today after school! Please check Google Classroom.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
8th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day! 7th graders, be ready to register tomorrow!
It’s trivia time! Which famous doll was introduced to the world in March 1959? If you guessed Barbie, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in room 505. Please see Chemistry Google Classroom for more details.
Chess club will meet tomorrow after school tomorrow, the signup sheet will be posted at the end of the day today.
The next mock trial club meeting will take place tomorrow Wednesday March 25th after school in room 122
Fashion Club will meet this week on Wednesday March 25th in room 409 Bring your designs if you have something to show.
Stem Club will meet this week on Wednesday March 25th in room 306
Tickets for the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 are on sale for $7. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Role Model Day! Dress like a woman who inspires you.
Today’s quote comes from Eleanor Roosevelt: "Well-behaved women rarely make history".
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, March 23, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Chip and Dip Day.
Reminder to all 7th grade Honor Society Candidates- We have a meeting today in the cafeteria at the beginning of period 1. Check in with your
period 1 teacher and then walk quietly to the cafe to find out about how to be an Honor Society member.
It’s trivia time! What is the official flower of March? The correct answer is daffodil! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 3/24 after school in Room 417!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school this Wednesday in room 505. Please see Chemistry Google Classroom for more details.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled tomorrow.
Attention 8th graders! Remember to take a look at the discovery day website. You will be the first to register for workshops tomorrow during homeroom!
The next mock trial club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 25th afterschool in room 122.
There will be no Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee meeting this week.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Future So Bright! Wear sunglasses and dress for your future career.
Today’s quote comes from writer and activist, Audre Lorde: "When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less important whether or not I am unafraid."
Monday, March 23, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Chip and Dip Day.
Reminder to all 7th grade Honor Society Candidates- We have a meeting today in the cafeteria at the beginning of period 1. Check in with your
period 1 teacher and then walk quietly to the cafe to find out about how to be an Honor Society member.
It’s trivia time! What is the official flower of March? The correct answer is daffodil! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 3/24 after school in Room 417!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school this Wednesday in room 505. Please see Chemistry Google Classroom for more details.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled tomorrow.
Attention 8th graders! Remember to take a look at the discovery day website. You will be the first to register for workshops tomorrow during homeroom!
The next mock trial club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 25th afterschool in room 122.
There will be no Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee meeting this week.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Future So Bright! Wear sunglasses and dress for your future career.
Today’s quote comes from writer and activist, Audre Lorde: "When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less important whether or not I am unafraid."
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Let’s Laugh Day.
Baritone guys of choir will meet today after school in room 604 with Mr. T. There are no late buses.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is tomorrow. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due tomorrow Friday March 20th.
Community Council is hosting the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 from 6-8 pm. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible to secure your spot.
Our last Discovery Day of the year is coming up! The website will be posted in your grade level Google Classroom tomorrow morning—make sure to check it out and start planning! 8th grade, you’re up first to pick on Monday, followed by 7th and then 6th—don’t forget, you get to choose 2 workshops!
Today’s quote comes from Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Malala Yousafzai: "I raise up my voice — not so I can shout but so that those without a voice can be heard ... We cannot succeed when half of us are held back."
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Let’s Laugh Day.
Baritone guys of choir will meet today after school in room 604 with Mr. T. There are no late buses.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is tomorrow. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due tomorrow Friday March 20th.
Community Council is hosting the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 from 6-8 pm. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible to secure your spot.
Our last Discovery Day of the year is coming up! The website will be posted in your grade level Google Classroom tomorrow morning—make sure to check it out and start planning! 8th grade, you’re up first to pick on Monday, followed by 7th and then 6th—don’t forget, you get to choose 2 workshops!
Today’s quote comes from Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Malala Yousafzai: "I raise up my voice — not so I can shout but so that those without a voice can be heard ... We cannot succeed when half of us are held back."
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Awkward Moments Day.
Mock Trial Club meeting will take place today after school in room 122.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Chemistry Club will meet after school today in Room 505.
Art club will meet after school today in the art room
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121.
Attention Community Council Members: Please check Google Classroom about today’s upcoming meeting.
Dance Company “Lean On Me” rehearsal after school today till 3:50PM
The Spring Fling is almost here! Bring $7 to your homeroom teacher to get your tickets. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Fashion Club today! Come with your ideas and plan for a fashion show! Room 409.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is this Friday, March 20th. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Did you know that in 2020, Chris Nikic made history as the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon? Help celebrate accomplishments like these by purchasing a pair of mismatched socks for $5. Make sure to wear them tomorrow when IMS celebrates World Down Syndrome Day. Socks are available for purchase in the main office during all lunch periods.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due this Friday March 20th.
Today’s quote comes from the first female publisher of a major U.S. newspaper, Katharine Graham: “The longer I live, the more I observe that carrying around anger is the most debilitating to the person who bears it.”
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Awkward Moments Day.
Mock Trial Club meeting will take place today after school in room 122.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Chemistry Club will meet after school today in Room 505.
Art club will meet after school today in the art room
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121.
Attention Community Council Members: Please check Google Classroom about today’s upcoming meeting.
Dance Company “Lean On Me” rehearsal after school today till 3:50PM
The Spring Fling is almost here! Bring $7 to your homeroom teacher to get your tickets. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Fashion Club today! Come with your ideas and plan for a fashion show! Room 409.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is this Friday, March 20th. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Did you know that in 2020, Chris Nikic made history as the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon? Help celebrate accomplishments like these by purchasing a pair of mismatched socks for $5. Make sure to wear them tomorrow when IMS celebrates World Down Syndrome Day. Socks are available for purchase in the main office during all lunch periods.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due this Friday March 20th.
Today’s quote comes from the first female publisher of a major U.S. newspaper, Katharine Graham: “The longer I live, the more I observe that carrying around anger is the most debilitating to the person who bears it.”