Wednesday 11/19
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Education Support Professionals Day.
Native American Heritage Month celebration continues! On Thursday wear fall colors , yellow, red or brown, to celebrate thankfulness, growth and reflection. Let’s show each other how thankful we can be by participating.
At this time, all 8th graders can register for their discovery day sessions. You can find the registration website on your grade level google classroom. Remember to pick one workshop for each session. 7th grade, be ready to pick tomorrow!
Community Council Members- please check Google Classroom. Hope to see you at the meeting today.
The Geography Club will be meeting after school today in Room 511.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school today in Room 505.
Esports practice will be held after school today in Room 314.
Fashion Club: The Drip Lab will meet today in 409 after school. Bring your favorite drawing supplies.Make sure you have transportation home.
The Stem Club will meet today in room 410.
Today’s quote comes from Marcus Tullius Cicero: “If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.”
Tuesday 11/18
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate Mickey Mouse’s Birthday.
On Wednesday let’s show our colors of harmony for Native American Heritage Month! Wear white, black, yellow, or red to represent balance between people, nature, and life stages.
Junior National Honor Society Members- please check Google classroom for an important update.
Drama Club! Rehearsal is canceled today. Please check Google Classroom for all updates.
Art Club will meet tomorrow after school.
At this time, all 6th graders can register for their discovery day sessions. You can find the registration website on your grade level google classroom. Remember to pick one workshop for each session. 8th grade, be ready to pick tomorrow!
Guitar Club will meet today after school in room 418.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in room 506.
It’s trivia time! On November 19, 1863, which famous speech was given by President Abraham Lincoln? If you guessed The Gettysburg Address, 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.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
Gaming club will meet today after school in room 117.
Esports practice will be held after school tomorrow in room 314. If you do not have access to the Esports Google Classroom, you will not be able to sign in for attendance.
STEM club will be meeting tomorrow in room: 410
FASHION CLUB will be meeting tomorrow in room: 409
Today’s quote comes from Walt Disney: “It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.”
Monday 11/17
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Take a Hike Day.
This week we are celebrating Native American Heritage Month! Tomorrow’s theme is Protect the Planet Day. Don’t forget to wear green, blue or brown to honor the native value of caring for the Earth.
Today is Ms. Medina’s birthday! Please join me in wishing her a happy birthday.
Junior National Honor Society Members- please check Google classroom for an important update.
A reminder to Community Council members to check Google Classroom for an important meeting this week.
Discovery Day registration will begin tomorrow! 6th grade, you are up first! Be prepared to pick two workshops, one per session, tomorrow during homeroom! 8th grade, you will pick Wednesday.
Guitar Club will meet tomorrow after school in room 418.
Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in room 506.
The Geography Club will meet on Wednesday in room 511.
It’s trivia time! In what year did the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade first take place? The correct answer is 1924! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 11/18 after school in Room 417!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school on Wednesday, November 19th in Room 505.
Today’s quote comes from Richard L. Evans: “The undertaking of a new action brings new strength.”
Friday, 11/14/25
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Spicy Guacamole Day.
Guitar Club will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 18 after school in room 418.
Astronomy Club will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 18 after school in Room 506.
It’s trivia time! Pumpkins grow on every continent except which one? The correct answer is Antarctica! Join us at the next Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 11/18 after school in Room 417!
Community Council members: Check Google Classroom for information regarding next week’s meeting!
For the month of November, IMS will be celebrating Native American Heritage Month. Starting on Monday we will have a spirit week. On Monday wear orange to represent the strength and unity of indigenous communities.
Today’s quote comes from John C. Maxwell: “A leader is one who knows the way, shows the way, and goes the way.”
Thursday, 11/13/25
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate World Kindness Day.
Announcements will be made shortly for picture retakes.
Astronomy Club will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 18 after school in Room 506.
Guitar Club will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 18 after school in room 418.
Discovery Day registration is being moved to next week. 6th grade, be ready to pick on Monday, 8th on Tuesday and 7th on Wednesday. Remember to check out the website on your grade level google classroom.
Community Council members: Please check the Google Classroom for information regarding an upcoming meeting.
Today’s quote comes from Peter Benchely: “If man doesn’t learn to treat the oceans and the rain forest with respect, man will become extinct.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, 11/12/25
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day.
Happy Belated Birthday to Mr. Vizian - his birthday was yesterday.
Don’t forget tomorrow is picture retake day. If you were absent on the first picture day or didn’t like your first pictures then bring your smile and pay attention to announcements tomorrow morning.
The Chemistry Club will meet next Wednesday, November 19th in Room 505. No Chemistry Club this week.
STEM CLUB will meet today in room: 410
FASHION CLUB will meet today in room: 409; Bring your favorite drawing supplies.
The Geography Club will meet today in room 511.
Astronomy Club will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 18 after school in Room 506.
Art Club will not meet today
Math Challenge Club is cancelled for tomorrow.
Discovery Day registration will start tomorrow for 6th graders! Reminder to all students to check out the website on your grade level google classrooms to see what workshops are being offered!
Today’s quote comes from Rene Descartes: “It is not enough to have a good mind; the main thing is to use it well.”
Monday, 11/10/25
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Civic Pride Day.
G&T classes are cancelled today.
Reminder: Picture Retake day is Thursday, 11/13 - this is for anyone that missed the first picture day or didn’t like their pictures from the first picture day.
The Chemistry Club will meet next Wednesday, November 19th in Room 505. No Chemistry Club this week.
The Geography Club will meet Wednesday November 12th in room 511.
Today’s quote comes from Benjamin Spock: “Trust yourself, you know more than you think you do.”
Thursday, 10/30/25
Today is an A day.
Tonight’s the night to celebrate all things spooky at the Masquerade dance! Bring your permission slip and $7 to the door tonight to get access to all the fun.
Softball End of Season Party and Uniform collection is TODAY after school in the cafeteria.
Cheer will meet today in the Cafeteria until 4pm. Make sure you have a ride home.
Last Day to place your Thanksgiving Pie Order . Drop off to Mrs Pafumi in guidance
Today we celebrate National Wicked Day.
Today’s quote comes from W. Edwards Deming: “Quality is everyone’s responsibility.”
Wednesday, 10/29/25
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Cat Day.
Don’t forget, we want to see your costume at the masquerade tomorrow! Do not turn in money today. Bring a permission slip and $7 to the door tomorrow night.
The Chemistry Club is meeting after school today in room 505.
The STEM Club is meeting today after school in room: 410.
Softball Uniform Collection and Team Party today after school in the cafeteria. See you all there!
Fashion club- Drip lab is meeting today after school in room: 409.
Join me in wishing Mr. DiNuzzo a happy birthday today.
Do you know what is truly scary? Showing up to thanksgiving without a pie or dessert. Good thing the IMS garden club has you covered. Order by this Thursday and a delicious pie or cake will be ready for pick-up the week of Thanksgiving.
Today’s quote comes from Mark Twain: “The human race has one really effective weapon, and that is laughter.”
Tuesday, 10/28/25
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Day.
It’s trivia time! What was the first candy to be eaten in space on board the space shuttle Columbia in 1981? If you guessed M&Ms, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
There will be a guitar club interest meeting held in room 418 today after school.
Art Club will meet after school today in the Art Room
Drama Club! If your name was on the School play cast list, please come to the art room directly after school
Cheer will meet after school today in the Gym.
The Chemistry Club is meeting tomorrow after school in room 505.
Softball End of Season Party and Uniform collection is TOMORROW after school in the cafeteria.
Reminder to Community Council members, there is a post about an upcoming meeting on Google Classroom.
STEM CLUB will meet tomorrow after school in room 410.
Fashion Club- Drip lab will meet tomorrow after school in room 409.
Today is the last day to pre-pay for the Masquerade. Bring $7 and a permission slip to the door Thursday night.
Garden Club members - Meeting after school today - Meet in the courtyard
Do you know what is truly scary? Showing up to thanksgiving without a pie or dessert. Good thing the IMS garden club has you covered. Order by this Thursday and a delicious pie or cake will be ready for pick-up the week of Thanksgiving.
Join me in wishing Mrs. Virdi a happy birthday today.
Today’s quote comes from Jean de la Bruyere: “Out of difficulties grow miracles.”
Monday, 10/27/25
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Civics Day.
It’s trivia time! On this day in 2004, which MLB team won their first World Series title since 1918? The correct answer is Boston Red Sox! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting tomorrow 10/28 after school in Room 417!
Interested in learning how to play the guitar? There will be a guitar club interest meeting held in room 418 tomorrow after school.
Community Council members, please check Google Classroom for an upcoming meeting.
The Masquerade is this week! Bring your permission slip and $7 tomorrow- this is the last day to pre-pay.
Join me in wishing Mr. Abatemarco a Happy Birthday today.
Cheer will meet tomorrow, Tuesday, October 28th after school in the Gym until 4.
Select Choir will rehearse after school today in Room 604 until 4:00.
Today’s quote comes from Lucius Annaeus Seneca: “The less we deserve good fortune, the more we hope for it.”
Friday, 10/24/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Food Day.
This weekend is a great time to get $7 and a signed permission slip for next week’s Masquerade! Hope to see you there!
Tomorrow is a special day for Mrs. Tinney - join me in wishing her a Happy Birthday!
Drama Club! Please check Ms. Donnelly's Google Site for the School Play Cast List.
Do you want to learn how to play the guitar? A Guitar Club interest meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 28th in room 418 after school.
It’s trivia time! On this day in 1857, the world’s first soccer club Sheffield F.C. was founded in which country? The correct answer is England! Join us at the next Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 10/28 after school in Room 417!
Anyone interested in joining us for the Arts Middle School program presentation during lunch today, who did not receive a pass during homeroom, please come to guidance during first period.
Today is the last day to donate to the Diwali Food Drive! Check out the list of acceptable food items in your Grade Level Google Classroom. The donation bin is located in the lobby in front of the cafe.
Today’s quote comes from John W. Gardner: “Life is the art of drawing without an eraser.”
Do not forget to bring in wired headphones for the testing on Monday and Charge your devices over the weekend !
Thursday, 10/23/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Horror Movie Day.
Come boooo-gie the night away at the IMS Masquerade next Thursday! Return your permission slip and $7 ASAP.
Drama Club! The Cast list for the school play will be on Ms. Donnelly's Google Site tomorrow morning!
Attention Panthers! Cheer tryouts will be postponed until Tuesday, October 28th. We will still be meeting today October 23rd, after school in room 112 until 4:30 please make sure you have a ride. If you do not have a completed physical this year please make sure you have it before tryouts on Tuesday.
Today and tomorrow are the last days to donate to the Diwali Food Drive! Check out the list of acceptable food items in your Grade Level Google Classroom. The donation bin is located in the lobby in front of the cafe.
Today’s quote comes from George Washington Carver: “Where there is no vision, there is no hope.”
Wednesday, 10/22/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National “Make a Dog’s Day.”
The Math Challenge club will be meeting tomorrow at 7:30AM in room 117.
It’s just over a week until the IMS Masquerade- don’t miss out! See the IMS website to print your permission slip.
Attention Panthers! Cheer tryouts will be held this Thursday, October 23rd, right after school in the gym. If you're planning to try out, make sure you fill out the Google Form posted on the IMS Cheer Google Classroom before tryouts. Tryouts will end at 4:30, please make sure you have a ride home.
No art club today!
Drama Club! Please come to the ART room and not the auditorium after school for callbacks.
STEM CLUB- Lab Rats meeting today in room: 410 after school.
FASHION CLUB- Drip Lab Meeting today in room: 409 after school.
Today’s quote comes from Benjamin Franklin: “Time is money.”
Tuesday, 10/21/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate Back to the Future Day.
Attention Panthers, we're looking for enthusiastic, spirited students to join our cheer team! If you're interested in trying out, come to the interest meeting today after school, in Room 112.
The Geography Club will meet tomorrow Wednesday in room 511.
7th & 8th grade Girls Basketball Tryouts will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, right after school until 4:30pm. All girls who wish to try out must have a completed physical and a ride home at 4:30.
The Gaming Club is meeting today after school in room 117.
Drama Club! If you are on Ms. Donnelly's callback list or you haven’t auditioned yet, please come to the art room directly after school today.
The Chemistry Club will not be meeting this Wednesday. The club will meet after school on Wednesday, October 29th in Room 505.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
Fashion Club: Drip Lab meeting is Wednesday October 22nd in room 409.
Stem Club:Lab Rats meeting tomorrow Wednesday October 22nd in room 410
The Art Club will meet today after school in the Art Room. Please be sure to check Ms. Leone’s website for the members list if you haven't yet.
Today’s quote comes from Tennessee Williams: “To be free is to have achieved your life.”
Monday, 10/20/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Youth Confidence Day.
Happy Belated Birthday to Mrs. Baldesweiler - her birthday was this past Saturday.
Ms. Popino’s dance classes: Please bring your Chromebook to class today.
The Select Choir will meet after school today in Room 604. All previous and new members should attend this rehearsal. There are no late buses and rehearsal ends at 4:00.
Drama Club! Please check the callback list on Ms. Donnellys Website to see if you have a callback. Callbacks will be taking place tomorrow and wednesday directly afterschool in the art room. If you did not get the chance to audition please come tomorrow directly after school to the ART room.
The Geography Club will meet on Wednesday in room 511
Art Club will meet tomorrow after school in the art room. If you have not checked Ms. Leone’s website for the members list, please do.
Attention Panthers, we're looking for enthusiastic, spirited students to join our cheer team! If you're interested in trying out, come to the Interest Meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, October 21st in Room 112.
Today we recognize Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights. Diwali celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Many families celebrate by lighting small oil lamps called diyas, decorating their homes, exchanging gifts and sweets, and spending time with loved ones. We wish a very happy Diwali to everyone who celebrates!
Today’s quote comes from Christian Nestell Bovee: “When all else is lost, the future still remains.”
Thursday, 10/16/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Sports Day and National Boss Day.
Boo!!!! Send a Boo to you, or a friend, buy one in the lobby in the morning or at lunch!
8th graders! Don’t forget to fill out the google form on your grade level google classroom to let us know what workshops you want to see offered on Discovery Day next month!
Anyone who auditioned for the school play yesterday, please check Ms. Donnelly's Google site for a callback list tomorrow morning!
Attention 8th graders - tickets for our class trip to see The Outsiders musical on Broadway are almost gone. Last day for permission slip and payment is tomorrow 10/17 to the main office. Talk to your LA teacher for more details.
All Panthers, we're looking for enthusiastic, spirited students to join our cheer team! If you're interested in trying out, come to the Interest Meeting on Tuesday, October 21st in Room 112.
To all boos and ghouls, the Masquerade Dance is coming up! Check the IMS website for more details and to print your permission slip.
On Friday October 24th, an Arts Middle School representative will be coming to talk to any student who is interested in learning more about the Arts Middle School program. The program is geared to students who are interested in working with a professional in the visual, literary, and performing arts and wants to improve in their chosen art form. If you are interested in meeting with the representative, sign up forms can be found on your grade level’s Google Classroom.
Join me in wishing Ms. Weiser a very happy birthday!
Today’s quote comes from Alexander Pope: “To err is human; to forgive, divine.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, 10/15/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Fossil Day.
Get your BOO on. Send your friend a Boo Gram - something salty, something sweet or a 6-7 where you get a little of both. Sales in lunch and in the lobby each morning.
The Junior National Honor Society packaged and boxed 3,816 bags of pasta for those in need. Keep up the good work!
The Math Challenge Club kicks off tomorrow at 7:30 AM in Room 117. If you enjoy solving problems, competing, or just want to sharpen your math skills, come join us. Everyone is welcome.
Those interested in joining the Esports team, meet in room 314 after school today.
First STEM club meeting today in room: 410 after school.
First Fashion Club Drip Lab meeting today in room: 409 after school. Please complete the google form in classroom. Let your teacher know that you will be on the late bus. Bring your pencils and sketch book if you have
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school in Room 505.
Hey 8th graders! Our first Discovery Day is coming up in November and we need your help! Fill out the google form on your grade level google classroom to let us know what workshops you want to see offered! Who knows, your ideas might even inspire a teacher to create a workshop just for you!
Attention 8th graders - don’t miss out on a “golden” opportunity to see The Outsiders musical on Broadway this spring! Permission slip and payment is due by Friday 10/17 to the main office. Talk to your LA teacher for more details.
Attention Panthers, we're looking for enthusiastic, spirited students to join our cheer team! If you're interested in trying out, come to the Interest Meeting on Tuesday, October 21st in Room 112.
It’s time to get spooky at the IMS Masquerade Dance! Join us October 30th for a night of dancing, snacks, and even a costume contest. $7 and a permission slip gets you in on all the fun.
Today’s quote comes from John Burroughs: “The smallest deed is better than the greatest intention.”
Tuesday, 10/14/25
Today is an A Day.
Today, we celebrate National Dessert Day.
It’s trivia time! Today is Chocolate-Covered Insects Day, so let’s see what you know about bugs! 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 meeting today after school in Room 417!
Today are the school play auditions in the art room directly after school! Please let Ms.Donnelly know if you have any conflicts!
The Astronomy Club will meet today after school in room 506.
Debate Club will meet after school today in room 415.
Think math is just numbers on a page? Think again! The Math Challenge Club is all about puzzles, teamwork, and learning clever ways to tackle tough problems. Join us Thursday morning at 7:30 in Room 117 for our first meeting!
Attention 7th and 8th Grade girls! Basketball Tryouts will be held immediately after school starting Wednesday October 22nd and 23rd until 4:30pm. To participate you must have a completed physical on file and a ride home at 4:30pm. See Ms. Evans or visit her website for more information.
Geography club meeting for Wednesday is cancelled.
The Gaming Club will meet today after school in Room 117. Only students who have already submitted a signed permission slip may attend. If you’re taking the late bus, don’t forget to let your homeroom teacher know!
Interested in playing Rocket League and other games against other schools? An Esports interest check will be held after school tomorrow in room 314. More information can be found on Mr. McDonough’s staff website.
STEM club- Lab Rats - First meeting tomorrow on 10/15/2025 at room: 410 after school.
Fashion Club- Drip Lab First Meeting tomorrow on 10/15/2025 in room 409. Please complete the Google Form in the Drip Lab classroom. Get Your Sketch On! Bring your Sketch book and Favorite Pencil (if you have)
Reminder, today is the last day to submit your artwork to Ms. Leone if you are interested in joining the Art Club.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in Room 505.
Tomorrow marks the final day of our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. Wear the colors that represent Hispanic Heritage Month: red, yellow, orange, or green!
Today’s quote comes from Blaise Pascal: “Kind words do not cost much Yet they accomplish much.”
Thursday, 10/9/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Moldy Cheese Day.
It’s Togetherness Thursday! Every culture has something beautiful to share. Take pride in your heritage, learn about others, and celebrate the amazing diversity in our school today! Tomorrow is: Keep the Peace – wear tie-dye or bright colors to show we’re committed to spreading peace!
An announcement to all band students, music for the winter concert will be available to pick up outside of room 606. Please be sure to read the labels and grab the correct music. Percussionists, drums and mallets must see Mr. V to get a part assigned.
8th Grade Honor Society Students- Check out our Google Classroom for VERY important information regarding our upcoming trip to the Hillside Food Bank.
Do you like music, dancing, and costume contests? If so, come to the masquerade Thursday, October 30 from 6-8pm for $7. Permission slips are on the website
Auditions for the School play will ONLY be next Wednesday, October 15th.
Think you can escape a collapsing dungeon before time runs out? Join the Gaming Club to see if you can! Tuesdays after school in Room 117, our first meeting is October 14. Grab a permission slip from Room 412 or the table in the cafeteria and get it signed before the first session.
The day has finally arrived for soccer fans. The IMS Soccer Tournament is today at 3:30. Celebrate the end of Hispanic Heritage Month by attending a game of futbol. Stay and support your favorite team to victory. Snacks will be on sale and bragging rights are on the line. Don’t forget that everyone must be picked up by 5:45. NO LATE BUSSES. Players should listen for an announcement at 2:45 to get their things and meet down by the gym.
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 10/14 after school in Room 417!
Today’s quote comes from the Dalai Lama: “Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.”
