Here are today’s announcements Thursday, January 22, 2026:
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Polka Dot Day.
Today is Mrs. Olarte’s and Mr. Vazquez’s birthdays. Please join me in wishing them a happy birthday
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
The Glow Dance is tonight! Still need a ticket? Just bring your signed permission slip and $8 to the door to be part of the fun. See you at 6pm!
Help your homeroom collect the most socks, gloves, hats, and scarves to support the charity, Be The Change. Remember, the 3 homerooms with the most donated items by Friday, January 30 win a prize!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in the Art room.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Vikram Sarabhai. Vikram was from India and helped create the country’s space program. He believed science should improve everyday life, not just explore space.
Today’s quote comes from Alfred Lord Tennyson: “Love is the only gold.”
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Polka Dot Day.
Today is Mrs. Olarte’s and Mr. Vazquez’s birthdays. Please join me in wishing them a happy birthday
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
The Glow Dance is tonight! Still need a ticket? Just bring your signed permission slip and $8 to the door to be part of the fun. See you at 6pm!
Help your homeroom collect the most socks, gloves, hats, and scarves to support the charity, Be The Change. Remember, the 3 homerooms with the most donated items by Friday, January 30 win a prize!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in the Art room.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Vikram Sarabhai. Vikram was from India and helped create the country’s space program. He believed science should improve everyday life, not just explore space.
Today’s quote comes from Alfred Lord Tennyson: “Love is the only gold.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Granola Bar Day.
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
Ms. Evans’ period 4 class please report to room 417 not the gym.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in the Art room.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting today in Room 122 after school.
The Geography club meeting scheduled for today is cancelled.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306.
Esports practice will meet in room 314 after school today.
Fashion Club Today in room 409 - Let’s finish our T-shirts!
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121- see the Google Classroom if you have any questions
Forgot to get a ticket for tomorrow’s Glow Dance? Don’t want to miss the fun? Bring a signed permission slip AND $8 with you and pay at the door tomorrow, but we are not accepting money today.
Feeling competitive? Then, help your homeroom collect the most warm weather items for the charity, Be the Change by bringing in new warm weather items. The 3 homerooms that collect the most socks, gloves, and hats in adult sizes by Friday, January 30th will win a prize!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Tshering Tobgay. Tshering is from Bhutan and focuses on protecting the environment and promoting sustainability. He encourages global responsibility and caring for the planet.
Today’s quote comes from E. M. Forster: “We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Granola Bar Day.
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
Ms. Evans’ period 4 class please report to room 417 not the gym.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in the Art room.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting today in Room 122 after school.
The Geography club meeting scheduled for today is cancelled.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306.
Esports practice will meet in room 314 after school today.
Fashion Club Today in room 409 - Let’s finish our T-shirts!
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121- see the Google Classroom if you have any questions
Forgot to get a ticket for tomorrow’s Glow Dance? Don’t want to miss the fun? Bring a signed permission slip AND $8 with you and pay at the door tomorrow, but we are not accepting money today.
Feeling competitive? Then, help your homeroom collect the most warm weather items for the charity, Be the Change by bringing in new warm weather items. The 3 homerooms that collect the most socks, gloves, and hats in adult sizes by Friday, January 30th will win a prize!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Tshering Tobgay. Tshering is from Bhutan and focuses on protecting the environment and promoting sustainability. He encourages global responsibility and caring for the planet.
Today’s quote comes from E. M. Forster: “We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Cheese Lover’s Day.
Yesterday was Mr. Goldberg’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a happy belated birthday.
Help Be the Change by bringing in new warm weather items like socks, gloves, and hats in adult sizes. There will be a donation box in each homeroom until the end of this month. Top 3 homerooms get a prize!
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker before period 2. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
Dance Company members check the Google Classroom. Rehearsal after school today!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in the Art room.
Guitar Club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Chess club will meet tomorrow in Room 121. The sign-up form will be posted today after school.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room: 409.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting tomorrow in Room 122 after school.
Reminder that Thursday is the IMS Glow Dance! We will be accepting money tomorrow morning, otherwise you can bring your money and a permission slip to the door the night of the dance.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
Congratulations to all of our teams who competed in the Future City Competition! A special congratulations to Golden Bloom - Saira Dahodwala, Tanveer Sekhon, and Aishani Mekap, who placed 3rd overall and won a $750 STEM grant for our school. We’ll be sharing more about the other award-winning teams in the coming days!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Taslima Nasrin. Taslima is from Bangladesh and is known for writing about equality and human rights. She uses literature to speak out against injustice. Her work reminds us that words can be powerful tools for change.
Today’s quote comes from Indira Gandhi: “The power to question is the basis of all human progress.”
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Cheese Lover’s Day.
Yesterday was Mr. Goldberg’s birthday. Please join me in wishing him a happy belated birthday.
Help Be the Change by bringing in new warm weather items like socks, gloves, and hats in adult sizes. There will be a donation box in each homeroom until the end of this month. Top 3 homerooms get a prize!
Dance 8: remember to place all belongings in your locker before period 2. Only bring water and a jacket for the trip.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan. 27th after school in room 122.
Dance Company members check the Google Classroom. Rehearsal after school today!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in the Art room.
Guitar Club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Chess club will meet tomorrow in Room 121. The sign-up form will be posted today after school.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room: 409.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club meeting tomorrow in Room 122 after school.
Reminder that Thursday is the IMS Glow Dance! We will be accepting money tomorrow morning, otherwise you can bring your money and a permission slip to the door the night of the dance.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
Congratulations to all of our teams who competed in the Future City Competition! A special congratulations to Golden Bloom - Saira Dahodwala, Tanveer Sekhon, and Aishani Mekap, who placed 3rd overall and won a $750 STEM grant for our school. We’ll be sharing more about the other award-winning teams in the coming days!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Taslima Nasrin. Taslima is from Bangladesh and is known for writing about equality and human rights. She uses literature to speak out against injustice. Her work reminds us that words can be powerful tools for change.
Today’s quote comes from Indira Gandhi: “The power to question is the basis of all human progress.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, 1/16
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Fig Newton Day.
Select Choir and all regular morning choir rehearsals will resume next week. New members are welcome to join. Just see Mr. T., ask a current choir member, or simply come to rehearsal on Tuesday morning at 7:30 am in the art room. We’d love to have you sing with us!
Starting Tuesday, January 20th, Community Council will be collecting new hats, gloves, and winter apparel for the charity Be The Change. The homeroom with the most donations brought in will get donuts. Please make sure donations are in adult sizes only.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, January 21 after school. Anyone interested in joining and working on the school newspaper should attend.
Attention Sidekicks, our first training will be on Tuesday, January 20th during 6th period. You will need to stay after school. Please check Google Classroom for any updates.
Dance Company members check the Google Classroom!
Wishing the best of luck to all 7th and 8th-grade teams as they compete in the Future City Competition at Rutgers tomorrow!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Malala Yousafzai. Malala is from Pakistan and is the youngest person to ever win the Nobel Peace Prize. She began speaking out at a young age for girls’ right to education, even when it was dangerous to do so. Today, she continues to advocate for equality, education, and the power of student voices worldwide.
Today’s quote comes from Duke Ellington: “Gray skies are just clouds passing over.”
Friday, 1/16
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Fig Newton Day.
Select Choir and all regular morning choir rehearsals will resume next week. New members are welcome to join. Just see Mr. T., ask a current choir member, or simply come to rehearsal on Tuesday morning at 7:30 am in the art room. We’d love to have you sing with us!
Starting Tuesday, January 20th, Community Council will be collecting new hats, gloves, and winter apparel for the charity Be The Change. The homeroom with the most donations brought in will get donuts. Please make sure donations are in adult sizes only.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, January 21 after school. Anyone interested in joining and working on the school newspaper should attend.
Attention Sidekicks, our first training will be on Tuesday, January 20th during 6th period. You will need to stay after school. Please check Google Classroom for any updates.
Dance Company members check the Google Classroom!
Wishing the best of luck to all 7th and 8th-grade teams as they compete in the Future City Competition at Rutgers tomorrow!
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Malala Yousafzai. Malala is from Pakistan and is the youngest person to ever win the Nobel Peace Prize. She began speaking out at a young age for girls’ right to education, even when it was dangerous to do so. Today, she continues to advocate for equality, education, and the power of student voices worldwide.
Today’s quote comes from Duke Ellington: “Gray skies are just clouds passing over.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, 1/15
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Strawberry Ice Cream Day.
Today is Mr. Brown’s birthday. Join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
There will be no regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning.
Starting Tuesday, January 20th, Community Council will be collecting new hats, gloves, and winter apparel for the charity Be The Change. The homeroom with the most donations brought in will get donuts. Please make sure donations are in adult sizes only.
Tomorrow is the last day to bring in money for the Glow Dance pre-sale! Bring $8 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to be part of the fun! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, January 21 after school. Anyone interested in joining and working on the school newspaper should attend.
Attention Sidekicks, our first training will be on Tuesday, January 20th during 6th period. You will need to stay after school. Please check Google Classroom for any updates.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Muhammad Yunus. Muhammad is from Bangladesh and won the Nobel Peace Prize for helping people escape poverty. He created a system of small loans called microcredit to help individuals start businesses and support their families. His work shows how creative thinking and compassion can change communities.
Today’s quote comes from Benjamin Franklin: “A place for everything, everything in its place.”
Thursday, 1/15
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Strawberry Ice Cream Day.
Today is Mr. Brown’s birthday. Join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
There will be no regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning.
Starting Tuesday, January 20th, Community Council will be collecting new hats, gloves, and winter apparel for the charity Be The Change. The homeroom with the most donations brought in will get donuts. Please make sure donations are in adult sizes only.
Tomorrow is the last day to bring in money for the Glow Dance pre-sale! Bring $8 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to be part of the fun! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
There will be a Panther Press Journalism Club Meeting on Wednesday, January 21 after school. Anyone interested in joining and working on the school newspaper should attend.
Attention Sidekicks, our first training will be on Tuesday, January 20th during 6th period. You will need to stay after school. Please check Google Classroom for any updates.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Muhammad Yunus. Muhammad is from Bangladesh and won the Nobel Peace Prize for helping people escape poverty. He created a system of small loans called microcredit to help individuals start businesses and support their families. His work shows how creative thinking and compassion can change communities.
Today’s quote comes from Benjamin Franklin: “A place for everything, everything in its place.”
Here are today’s announcements for Wednesday, 1/14:
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Dress Up Your Pet Day.
Today is Mrs. Logrande’s birthday - please join me in wishing her a happy birthday.
Congratulations to all the IMS students who performed last night in the Winter Concert! Band and Choir students, you did an amazing job and you should be very proud of your hard work.
The Chemistry Club will meet after school today in Room 505.
Fashion Club today- Room 409- If you have not already, please fill out the attendance sheet and read post in Google Classroom.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306.
The presale for the Glow Dance is on! Bring your signed permission slip and $8 to your homeroom teacher by Friday to receive a $1 snack voucher to use at the dance next Thursday. See the IS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Mahatma Gandhi. Mahatma Gandhi was from India and played a key role in helping the country gain independence from British rule. He believed strongly in nonviolence, peaceful protest, and standing up for justice without using force. His leadership inspired civil rights movements around the world and continues to teach the importance of empathy and courage.
Today’s quote comes from Maya Angelou: “If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded.”
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Dress Up Your Pet Day.
Today is Mrs. Logrande’s birthday - please join me in wishing her a happy birthday.
Congratulations to all the IMS students who performed last night in the Winter Concert! Band and Choir students, you did an amazing job and you should be very proud of your hard work.
The Chemistry Club will meet after school today in Room 505.
Fashion Club today- Room 409- If you have not already, please fill out the attendance sheet and read post in Google Classroom.
STEM club will meet today in room: 306.
The presale for the Glow Dance is on! Bring your signed permission slip and $8 to your homeroom teacher by Friday to receive a $1 snack voucher to use at the dance next Thursday. See the IS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Mahatma Gandhi. Mahatma Gandhi was from India and played a key role in helping the country gain independence from British rule. He believed strongly in nonviolence, peaceful protest, and standing up for justice without using force. His leadership inspired civil rights movements around the world and continues to teach the importance of empathy and courage.
Today’s quote comes from Maya Angelou: “If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, 1/13
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Sticker Day.
STAFF - Reminder grade 8 is going to JFK during period 2. If you did not read your email about this please do so ASAP.
Today is Mr. Byington’s birthday. Join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
Drama Club! No rehearsal today, please check the Google Classroom to see who is called for tomorrow.
Astronomy Club will meet today after school in Room 506.
Guitar Club will meet in room 418 after school today.
The Chemistry Club will meet after school tomorrow in Room 505.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 409. Please see the post in our Google Classroom. Bring an old T-shirt to recycle. Ideas are posted in our Classroom. Complete the attendance sheet.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Dance Company members: please check the Google Classroom for important information
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting today after school in room 122.
There is a room change for the Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee Meeting- We will now meet today after school in the Art room.
Tonight is the IMS Winter Band and Choir Concert. It will be held at 6:30 pm in the JFK auditorium. Remember all must go through metal detectors, don’t bring anything metal.
Community Council Members: Please see the Google Classroom regarding this week’s meeting.
Junior National Honor Society Members: check out Google classroom to sign up for our next event.
Did you get your tickets for the Glow Dance? If not, there is still time to bring $8 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher before the presale ends.
Today’s quote comes from Bertrand Russell: “There is much pleasure to be gained from useless knowledge.”
Tuesday, 1/13
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Sticker Day.
STAFF - Reminder grade 8 is going to JFK during period 2. If you did not read your email about this please do so ASAP.
Today is Mr. Byington’s birthday. Join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
Drama Club! No rehearsal today, please check the Google Classroom to see who is called for tomorrow.
Astronomy Club will meet today after school in Room 506.
Guitar Club will meet in room 418 after school today.
The Chemistry Club will meet after school tomorrow in Room 505.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 409. Please see the post in our Google Classroom. Bring an old T-shirt to recycle. Ideas are posted in our Classroom. Complete the attendance sheet.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 306.
Dance Company members: please check the Google Classroom for important information
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting today after school in room 122.
There is a room change for the Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee Meeting- We will now meet today after school in the Art room.
Tonight is the IMS Winter Band and Choir Concert. It will be held at 6:30 pm in the JFK auditorium. Remember all must go through metal detectors, don’t bring anything metal.
Community Council Members: Please see the Google Classroom regarding this week’s meeting.
Junior National Honor Society Members: check out Google classroom to sign up for our next event.
Did you get your tickets for the Glow Dance? If not, there is still time to bring $8 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher before the presale ends.
Today’s quote comes from Bertrand Russell: “There is much pleasure to be gained from useless knowledge.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 1/12
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Clean Off Your Desk Day.
Astronomy Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting tomorrow Tuesday January 13th after school in room 122.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 409. Let’s re-style an old T-shirt. Bring an old T-shirt to our meeting! Be ready to make it New again! Fill out the attendance form please if you have not done this already.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 306.
The Chess club will meet on Wednesday in room 121. The sign-up form will be posted on Google Classroom today at 3:05.
Reminder to all band students that the winter concert will take place tomorrow at JFK. You must arrive at 4:15 with your instrument, your music, and dressed in concert black. The concert will begin at 6:30, parents are allowed into the building starting at 6, and into the hall starting at 6:15.
All choir students should meet in the cafeteria today after dismissal. We will walk up to JFK for rehearsal on the risers and you will be dismissed from there.
There will be no regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning.
Today’s quote comes from Swami Sivananda: “Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success.”
Monday, 1/12
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Clean Off Your Desk Day.
Astronomy Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting tomorrow Tuesday January 13th after school in room 122.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday after school in room 409. Let’s re-style an old T-shirt. Bring an old T-shirt to our meeting! Be ready to make it New again! Fill out the attendance form please if you have not done this already.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 306.
The Chess club will meet on Wednesday in room 121. The sign-up form will be posted on Google Classroom today at 3:05.
Reminder to all band students that the winter concert will take place tomorrow at JFK. You must arrive at 4:15 with your instrument, your music, and dressed in concert black. The concert will begin at 6:30, parents are allowed into the building starting at 6, and into the hall starting at 6:15.
All choir students should meet in the cafeteria today after dismissal. We will walk up to JFK for rehearsal on the risers and you will be dismissed from there.
There will be no regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning.
Today’s quote comes from Swami Sivananda: “Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, 1/8
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Bubble Bath Day.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Kami Rita Sherpa. Kami is from Nepal and holds the world record for the most climbs of Mount Everest. He shows the power of perseverance and teamwork.
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting on Tuesday January 13th afterschool in room 122.
Dance Company permission slips due tomorrow. See Ms. Popino for more information.
Attention Community Council Members: please see Google Classroom for information regarding an upcoming project and an upcoming meeting next week.
Are you ready for the Glow Dance? Make sure to bring in your signed permission slip and $8 ASAP to get in on the fun. Presale ends Friday January 16th!
Today’s quote comes from Henry Moore: “I think in terms of the day’s resolutions, not the year’s.”
Thursday, 1/8
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Bubble Bath Day.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Kami Rita Sherpa. Kami is from Nepal and holds the world record for the most climbs of Mount Everest. He shows the power of perseverance and teamwork.
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting on Tuesday January 13th afterschool in room 122.
Dance Company permission slips due tomorrow. See Ms. Popino for more information.
Attention Community Council Members: please see Google Classroom for information regarding an upcoming project and an upcoming meeting next week.
Are you ready for the Glow Dance? Make sure to bring in your signed permission slip and $8 ASAP to get in on the fun. Presale ends Friday January 16th!
Today’s quote comes from Henry Moore: “I think in terms of the day’s resolutions, not the year’s.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, 1/7
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Bobble Head Day.
Spring Dance Company Interest Meeting today after school on the stage
The Chemistry Club will meet today after school in Room 505.
Math Challenge Club will meet tomorrow morning in room 117.
Drama Club will meet today in the ART room until 4:30 pm!
Fashion Club is cancelled for today. We will meet next week. Check the classroom for updates.
STEM Club, Art Club and Esports practice are cancelled for today.
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121 for students who filled out the signup sheet
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting on Tuesday January 13th afterschool in room 122.
Attention Community Council Members: please see Google Classroom for information regarding an upcoming project.
Tickets are currently on sale for the Glow Dance on Thursday January 22 from 6-8 pm. $8 gets you in the door and 2 glow sticks. Bring in your money by Friday January 16th and you will also receive a $1 snack voucher. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Freida Pinto. Freida is an actress and global advocate from India. She supports causes related to education and women’s rights.
Today’s quote comes from Ronald Reagan: “A people free to choose will always choose peace.”
Wednesday, 1/7
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Bobble Head Day.
Spring Dance Company Interest Meeting today after school on the stage
The Chemistry Club will meet today after school in Room 505.
Math Challenge Club will meet tomorrow morning in room 117.
Drama Club will meet today in the ART room until 4:30 pm!
Fashion Club is cancelled for today. We will meet next week. Check the classroom for updates.
STEM Club, Art Club and Esports practice are cancelled for today.
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121 for students who filled out the signup sheet
Attention all future lawyers, judges, law enforcement and more. Come join the IMS Mock Trial Club. There will be an interest meeting on Tuesday January 13th afterschool in room 122.
Attention Community Council Members: please see Google Classroom for information regarding an upcoming project.
Tickets are currently on sale for the Glow Dance on Thursday January 22 from 6-8 pm. $8 gets you in the door and 2 glow sticks. Bring in your money by Friday January 16th and you will also receive a $1 snack voucher. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Freida Pinto. Freida is an actress and global advocate from India. She supports causes related to education and women’s rights.
Today’s quote comes from Ronald Reagan: “A people free to choose will always choose peace.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, 1/6
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Cuddle Up Day.
Spring Dance Company Interest Meeting tomorrow after school on the stage
Astronomy club will meet today after school in Room 506.
It’s trivia time! What was the height of the tallest snowman ever built? If you guessed 113 feet, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
Guitar club will meet today in room 418 after school.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 410.
Fashion Club will meet in 409 after school. Fill in the attendance sheet today.
Gaming Club will meet today after school in room 117.
Join Community Council at the Glow Dance on Thursday, January 22. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Amartya Sen. Amartya is a Nobel Prize–winning economist from India. His research focuses on poverty, equality, and human development.
Today’s quote comes from Pablo Picasso: “I do not seek. I find.”
Tuesday, 1/6
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Cuddle Up Day.
Spring Dance Company Interest Meeting tomorrow after school on the stage
Astronomy club will meet today after school in Room 506.
It’s trivia time! What was the height of the tallest snowman ever built? If you guessed 113 feet, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
Guitar club will meet today in room 418 after school.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room: 410.
Fashion Club will meet in 409 after school. Fill in the attendance sheet today.
Gaming Club will meet today after school in room 117.
Join Community Council at the Glow Dance on Thursday, January 22. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
Today’s influential figure in Indic Heritage History is Amartya Sen. Amartya is a Nobel Prize–winning economist from India. His research focuses on poverty, equality, and human development.
Today’s quote comes from Pablo Picasso: “I do not seek. I find.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 1/5
Today is a A Day
Today we celebrate National Bird Day.
Yesterday was Mrs. DiMeglio’s birthday. Join me in wishing her a happy birthday when you see her.
Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
It’s trivia time! In which NYC theater do the Rockettes perform? The correct answer is Radio City Music Hall! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 1/6 after school in Room 417!
Guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
The Chemistry Club will meet on Wednesday after school in Room 505.
Select Choir will meet today after school in room 604. It is a very important rehearsal. All members must attend.
Regular choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 am sharp. Our piano accompanist will be there, so please arrive at 7:20 tomorrow, there is zero time to waste.
Today marks the first day of Indic Heritage Month! For the month of January, we will recognize influential figures who come from the various cultural identities of the Indian Subcontinent which includes India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka. Our first influential figure is Reshma Saujani. Reshma founded Girls Who Code to help close the gender gap in technology. Her work encourages students to be brave, try new skills, and learn from mistakes.
Today’s quote comes from Immanuel Kant: “To be is to do.”
Monday, 1/5
Today is a A Day
Today we celebrate National Bird Day.
Yesterday was Mrs. DiMeglio’s birthday. Join me in wishing her a happy birthday when you see her.
Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
It’s trivia time! In which NYC theater do the Rockettes perform? The correct answer is Radio City Music Hall! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 1/6 after school in Room 417!
Guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
The Chemistry Club will meet on Wednesday after school in Room 505.
Select Choir will meet today after school in room 604. It is a very important rehearsal. All members must attend.
Regular choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 am sharp. Our piano accompanist will be there, so please arrive at 7:20 tomorrow, there is zero time to waste.
Today marks the first day of Indic Heritage Month! For the month of January, we will recognize influential figures who come from the various cultural identities of the Indian Subcontinent which includes India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka. Our first influential figure is Reshma Saujani. Reshma founded Girls Who Code to help close the gender gap in technology. Her work encourages students to be brave, try new skills, and learn from mistakes.
Today’s quote comes from Immanuel Kant: “To be is to do.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, 1/2
Today is a B Day
Astronomy club will meet Tuesday, Jan. 6, after school in Room 506.
The Chemistry Club will meet on Wednesday after school in Room 505.
It’s trivia time! In 1848, which U.S. president confirmed that large amounts of gold had been discovered in California? The answer is James K. Polk! Join us at the next Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 1/6 after school in Room 417!
Guitar club will meet on Tuesday in room 418 after school.
Friday, 1/2
Today is a B Day
Astronomy club will meet Tuesday, Jan. 6, after school in Room 506.
The Chemistry Club will meet on Wednesday after school in Room 505.
It’s trivia time! In 1848, which U.S. president confirmed that large amounts of gold had been discovered in California? The answer is James K. Polk! Join us at the next Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 1/6 after school in Room 417!
Guitar club will meet on Tuesday in room 418 after school.
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 12/22
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate Forefather’s Day.
Dance Company members: remember we have rehearsal after school today until 4:00PM. No late bus!
Select Choir will rehearse after school today. ALL members should attend. If you are in Dance Company, please come to 604 first.
Regular Choir rehearsal is cancelled for tomorrow morning.
Attention all Students- if you would like a chance to win a Holiday Prize, find Mr, Drucquer and sing him your best holiday carol. See the TVs for more information.
Yesterday was Mrs. Caccavano’s birthday - join me in wishing her a happy belated birthday!
Tomorrow is the last day of our 12 days of Christmas themes - tomorrow is Santa Con. Let’s see how many Santas will be at IMS tomorrow.
Today’s quote comes from Doris Lessing: “Things are not quite so simple always as Black and White.”
Monday, 12/22
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate Forefather’s Day.
Dance Company members: remember we have rehearsal after school today until 4:00PM. No late bus!
Select Choir will rehearse after school today. ALL members should attend. If you are in Dance Company, please come to 604 first.
Regular Choir rehearsal is cancelled for tomorrow morning.
Attention all Students- if you would like a chance to win a Holiday Prize, find Mr, Drucquer and sing him your best holiday carol. See the TVs for more information.
Yesterday was Mrs. Caccavano’s birthday - join me in wishing her a happy belated birthday!
Tomorrow is the last day of our 12 days of Christmas themes - tomorrow is Santa Con. Let’s see how many Santas will be at IMS tomorrow.
Today’s quote comes from Doris Lessing: “Things are not quite so simple always as Black and White.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, 12/19
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day.
The IMS Pizza Party is almost here! Still need to reserve your spot? Bring $10 and a singed permission slip to your homeroom teacher on Monday.
If you missed the bowling interest meeting and are interested in trying out for bowling see Mr. Herbeck in the gym for more information.
Monday’s 12 Days of Christmas theme is Ugly Christmas Sweater - wear your ugliest Christmas Sweater
Today’s quote comes from Harry S. Truman: “There is nothing new in the world except the history you do not know.”
Friday, 12/19
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day.
The IMS Pizza Party is almost here! Still need to reserve your spot? Bring $10 and a singed permission slip to your homeroom teacher on Monday.
If you missed the bowling interest meeting and are interested in trying out for bowling see Mr. Herbeck in the gym for more information.
Monday’s 12 Days of Christmas theme is Ugly Christmas Sweater - wear your ugliest Christmas Sweater
Today’s quote comes from Harry S. Truman: “There is nothing new in the world except the history you do not know.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, 12/18
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Twin Day.
There will be a bowling interest meeting for all 7th and 8th graders on Friday morning in Room 506 at 7:45am.
The Junior National Honor Society will be selling chocolate covered pretzel rods during lunch this week. Pretzels are $1 each.
Tomorrow’s 12 days of Christmas theme is - Favorite Christmas Movie - dress like your favorite Christmas movie or character.
Start winter break off right by joining Community Council at our pizza party Tuesday, December 23 during period 6. Only the first 100 participants will be accepted, so bring your permission slip and $10 to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from Sophocles: “Not knowing anything is the sweetest life.”
Thursday, 12/18
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Twin Day.
There will be a bowling interest meeting for all 7th and 8th graders on Friday morning in Room 506 at 7:45am.
The Junior National Honor Society will be selling chocolate covered pretzel rods during lunch this week. Pretzels are $1 each.
Tomorrow’s 12 days of Christmas theme is - Favorite Christmas Movie - dress like your favorite Christmas movie or character.
Start winter break off right by joining Community Council at our pizza party Tuesday, December 23 during period 6. Only the first 100 participants will be accepted, so bring your permission slip and $10 to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from Sophocles: “Not knowing anything is the sweetest life.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, 12/17
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Wright Brothers Day.
There will be a bowling interest meeting for all 7th and 8th graders on Friday morning in Room 506 at 7:45am.
Chess club will meet today after school in room 121
Join Community Council for a pizza party next Tuesday during period 6. $10 gets you 2 slices of pizza, a snack, and a drink. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips. Only the first 100 people will be able to attend, so don’t wait!
The Junior National Honor Society will be selling chocolate covered pretzel rods during lunch this week. Pretzels are $1 each.
Esports practice will be held in room 314 after school today.
The STEM club will meet today in room: 410.
Fashion Club today room 409. Please respond to the attendance form in our google classroom.
Attention all dance company members, please check the Google Classroom for an important announcement.
Chemistry Club will meet in room 505 today. Make sure to have your chromebook.
Tomorrow’s 12 days of Christmas theme is Shine Bright like Christmas Lights - wear something that lights up or sparkles.
Today’s quote comes from Laura Ingalls Wilder: “Home is the nicest word there is.”
Wednesday, 12/17
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Wright Brothers Day.
There will be a bowling interest meeting for all 7th and 8th graders on Friday morning in Room 506 at 7:45am.
Chess club will meet today after school in room 121
Join Community Council for a pizza party next Tuesday during period 6. $10 gets you 2 slices of pizza, a snack, and a drink. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips. Only the first 100 people will be able to attend, so don’t wait!
The Junior National Honor Society will be selling chocolate covered pretzel rods during lunch this week. Pretzels are $1 each.
Esports practice will be held in room 314 after school today.
The STEM club will meet today in room: 410.
Fashion Club today room 409. Please respond to the attendance form in our google classroom.
Attention all dance company members, please check the Google Classroom for an important announcement.
Chemistry Club will meet in room 505 today. Make sure to have your chromebook.
Tomorrow’s 12 days of Christmas theme is Shine Bright like Christmas Lights - wear something that lights up or sparkles.
Today’s quote comes from Laura Ingalls Wilder: “Home is the nicest word there is.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, 12/16
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Covered Anything Day.
The Junior National Honor Society will be selling chocolate covered pretzel rods during lunch this week. Pretzels are $1 each.
There will be a bowling interest meeting for all 7th and 8th graders on Friday morning in Room 506 at 7:45am.
Guitar Club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Stem Club will meet today and tomorrow in room 410
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room 409. Think Holiday! Fill out Attendance form in google classroom
The Geography Club will meet in 511 after school tomorrow.
Chemistry Club tomorrow in room 505.
Chess Club will meet tomorrow in room 121. You must sign up through the post on Google Classroom, and have your permission slip turned in order to attend.
So far IMS has donated 13.6 pounds of crayons for the Crayon Initiative. We will continue collecting crayons into the new year. They can be dropped off in the cafeteria or in room 516.
Tomorrow’s 12 days of Christmas theme is Christmas Hat Day - wear your favorite Christmas type hat.
Today’s quote comes from Oliver Cromwell: “Nature can do more than physicians.”
Tuesday, 12/16
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Covered Anything Day.
The Junior National Honor Society will be selling chocolate covered pretzel rods during lunch this week. Pretzels are $1 each.
There will be a bowling interest meeting for all 7th and 8th graders on Friday morning in Room 506 at 7:45am.
Guitar Club will meet today in room 418 after school.
Stem Club will meet today and tomorrow in room 410
Fashion club will meet tomorrow in room 409. Think Holiday! Fill out Attendance form in google classroom
The Geography Club will meet in 511 after school tomorrow.
Chemistry Club tomorrow in room 505.
Chess Club will meet tomorrow in room 121. You must sign up through the post on Google Classroom, and have your permission slip turned in order to attend.
So far IMS has donated 13.6 pounds of crayons for the Crayon Initiative. We will continue collecting crayons into the new year. They can be dropped off in the cafeteria or in room 516.
Tomorrow’s 12 days of Christmas theme is Christmas Hat Day - wear your favorite Christmas type hat.
Today’s quote comes from Oliver Cromwell: “Nature can do more than physicians.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 12/15
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Bill of Rights Day.
STEM club will meet on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday. Please see google form for attendance.
Guitar Club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
Attention Mr. Herbeck’s period 6 class - please report to room 412 not the gym
Tomorrow’s 12 days of Christmas theme is candy cane day - wear red and white.
There will be a bowling interest meeting for all 7th and 8th graders on Friday morning in Room 506 at 7:45am.
Today’s quote comes from Jean Racine: “There are no secrets that time does not reveal.”
Monday, 12/15
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Bill of Rights Day.
STEM club will meet on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week.
Fashion Club will meet Wednesday. Please see google form for attendance.
Guitar Club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
Attention Mr. Herbeck’s period 6 class - please report to room 412 not the gym
Tomorrow’s 12 days of Christmas theme is candy cane day - wear red and white.
There will be a bowling interest meeting for all 7th and 8th graders on Friday morning in Room 506 at 7:45am.
Today’s quote comes from Jean Racine: “There are no secrets that time does not reveal.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, 12/12
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Gingerbread House Day.
Monday’s theme is Wear Blue in honor of the start of Hanukkah
Guitar Club will meet Tuesday after school in room 418.
Today’s quote comes from Mother Teresa: “We shall never know all the good that a simple smile can do.”
Friday, 12/12
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Gingerbread House Day.
Monday’s theme is Wear Blue in honor of the start of Hanukkah
Guitar Club will meet Tuesday after school in room 418.
Today’s quote comes from Mother Teresa: “We shall never know all the good that a simple smile can do.”