Here are today’s announcements Wednesday, 10/8/25:
*Today is a B Day.
*Today we celebrate National Hero Day.
*Today is “Be a Team Player Day!” We’re showing our school spirit by wearing a shirt or jersey from our favorite sports team! Being a team player isn’t just about the game—it’s about lifting each other up, working together, and supporting our school community. Cheer on your classmates, encourage someone who might need it, and remember that teamwork makes us stronger. Let’s come together, celebrate our favorite teams, and show that our school is the BEST team of all! Tomorrow is: Togetherness Thursday – wear cultural attire to celebrate our differences and come together as one!
*The Panther softball team finished the regular season yesterday. Brittany Walsh continued her hot hitting and Angelina Quinones had a single and a run. The Panther of the game keeping a positive attitude through some adversity is 6th grader Lily Sparks. Terrific Job!
*On Friday, October 24, a representative from Arts Middle School will visit to talk with students interested in the visual, literary, or performing arts. Students must have good attendance and be passing all classes to be considered. If interested, sign-up forms are in your grade-level Google Classroom.
*Get your costumes ready and join us at the Halloween Masquerade on Thursday, October 30. Tickets are only $7. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
*The Geography club will meet today after school in Room 511.
*GRADE 7 STUDENTS MUST GO TO PERIOD 6 PREPARED FOR DISMISSAL today!
*Attention gamers! In Gaming Club, some days you’ll battle it out in Super Smash Bros., and other days you’ll team up to take on Cuphead’s toughest levels. We meet Tuesdays after school in Room 117, with our first meeting on October 14. Don’t forget — you must have a signed permission slip from Room 412 or the cafeteria table before attending. See Miss Perla if you have any questions.
*Chemistry Club is meeting today in Room 505 after school. Open to any interested 6th graders or 7th-8th graders who have never attended.
*On Friday, October 24, a representative from Arts Middle School will visit to talk with students interested in the visual, literary, or performing arts. Students must have good attendance and be passing all classes to be considered. If interested, sign-up forms are in your grade-level Google Classroom.
*Got Style? Do you like to explore the latest trends or be a trendsetter? Come to the Fashion Club Interest meeting today in Room 409 after school. Come to the Drip Lab! Open to 7th and 8th grade students!!
*IMS is hosting a food drive this month. Please bring in a can or box of food to donate. Drop off any non-perishable items in the box in the front lobby to help those in need.
*There will be a boys basketball interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the gym. This meeting is only for 7th and 8th graders. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
*There is no Lab Rats- STEM club meeting today. The next club meeting will be on next Wednesday 10/14 at room: 410.
*Want to be a part of the School play? Come to the art room and join the Drama club in an audition workshop directly after school today!
*It’s almost here!!! The IMS 4 v 4 Soccer Tournament will be held tomorrow at 3:30. It’s free to attend. Come out and see which team will win it all!
*We have many Students arriving late will not have a pass - we are signing them in now.
*Today’s quote comes from Henry Van Dyke: “Love is the best thing in the world, and the thing that lives the longest.”
*Today is a B Day.
*Today we celebrate National Hero Day.
*Today is “Be a Team Player Day!” We’re showing our school spirit by wearing a shirt or jersey from our favorite sports team! Being a team player isn’t just about the game—it’s about lifting each other up, working together, and supporting our school community. Cheer on your classmates, encourage someone who might need it, and remember that teamwork makes us stronger. Let’s come together, celebrate our favorite teams, and show that our school is the BEST team of all! Tomorrow is: Togetherness Thursday – wear cultural attire to celebrate our differences and come together as one!
*The Panther softball team finished the regular season yesterday. Brittany Walsh continued her hot hitting and Angelina Quinones had a single and a run. The Panther of the game keeping a positive attitude through some adversity is 6th grader Lily Sparks. Terrific Job!
*On Friday, October 24, a representative from Arts Middle School will visit to talk with students interested in the visual, literary, or performing arts. Students must have good attendance and be passing all classes to be considered. If interested, sign-up forms are in your grade-level Google Classroom.
*Get your costumes ready and join us at the Halloween Masquerade on Thursday, October 30. Tickets are only $7. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
*The Geography club will meet today after school in Room 511.
*GRADE 7 STUDENTS MUST GO TO PERIOD 6 PREPARED FOR DISMISSAL today!
*Attention gamers! In Gaming Club, some days you’ll battle it out in Super Smash Bros., and other days you’ll team up to take on Cuphead’s toughest levels. We meet Tuesdays after school in Room 117, with our first meeting on October 14. Don’t forget — you must have a signed permission slip from Room 412 or the cafeteria table before attending. See Miss Perla if you have any questions.
*Chemistry Club is meeting today in Room 505 after school. Open to any interested 6th graders or 7th-8th graders who have never attended.
*On Friday, October 24, a representative from Arts Middle School will visit to talk with students interested in the visual, literary, or performing arts. Students must have good attendance and be passing all classes to be considered. If interested, sign-up forms are in your grade-level Google Classroom.
*Got Style? Do you like to explore the latest trends or be a trendsetter? Come to the Fashion Club Interest meeting today in Room 409 after school. Come to the Drip Lab! Open to 7th and 8th grade students!!
*IMS is hosting a food drive this month. Please bring in a can or box of food to donate. Drop off any non-perishable items in the box in the front lobby to help those in need.
*There will be a boys basketball interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the gym. This meeting is only for 7th and 8th graders. See Mr. McGarry with any questions.
*There is no Lab Rats- STEM club meeting today. The next club meeting will be on next Wednesday 10/14 at room: 410.
*Want to be a part of the School play? Come to the art room and join the Drama club in an audition workshop directly after school today!
*It’s almost here!!! The IMS 4 v 4 Soccer Tournament will be held tomorrow at 3:30. It’s free to attend. Come out and see which team will win it all!
*We have many Students arriving late will not have a pass - we are signing them in now.
*Today’s quote comes from Henry Van Dyke: “Love is the best thing in the world, and the thing that lives the longest.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, 10/7/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Inner Beauty Day.
The Astronomy club will meet today after school in Room 506. Open to all 6th grade students and those 7th and 8th grade students who have not attended in the past.
6th Grade Dance Company members please check the Google Classroom.
It’s Put a Cap on Conflict Day! Today, we’re putting a hat on to symbolize the importance of resolving conflicts peacefully. Whether it’s a disagreement with a friend or a misunderstanding in class, remember—respectful communication is the key to solving problems. So, wear your favorite hat today and think about ways you can keep the peace in your conversations and actions! Tomorrow in honor of both the Week of Respect & Inclusion and Hispanic Heritage Month: Be a Team Player! Wear a shirt or jersey from your favorite sports team.
Fashion Club meeting room 409 after school Wednesday 10/8; Come join us and explore and create and express your style! (look for the electric green flyers on the walls of IMS!)
The Geography club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 511.
The Chemistry Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 505. This club is open to all 6th graders and any 7th or 8th grade students who have never been part of Chemistry Club in the past.
Stem Club interest meeting ! Today 410! See hallway Flyers!
Reminder, if you are interested in joining the art club, submissions are due Friday! Please see Miss Leone, if you have any questions.
Garden club meets today after school in the courtyard. You must have a completed permission slip to attend.
The Panther softball team played Avenel Middle yesterday at WHS. The Panthers of the game were 7th grader Brittany Walsh with a double, stolen base and 2 runs and 8th grader Rilee Sparks bringing her positive energy and solid pitching to shut down the Avenel middle scoring. Great Job!
8th grade Honor Society students- your permission slip for the trip is due on Friday. Please hand in your slip to Mrs. Herbeck or Mrs. Esteves by Friday.
Today is the Drama Club Interest Meeting! It will be held directly after school in the art room till 3:50 pm. Tomorrow will be an audition workshop for the School play, which will be announced later at Drama club.
Join Community Council at the Halloween Masquerade on Thursday, October 30 from 6-8pm. Bring $7 and your signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to get in on the spooky fun. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Do you love gaming — whether that means video games or board games? Then the Gaming Club is where you belong! We meet Tuesdays after school in Room 117, with our first meeting next week on Tuesday, October 14. To join, you’ll need a signed permission slip — pick one up in Room 412 or on the table in the cafeteria. See Miss Perla if you have any questions.
Attention Soccer Fans!!! The IMS Soccer Tournament will be held on Thursday, October 9th at 3:30 on the field behind the parking lot. Come on out, have some snacks and support your favorite team. It’s free to attend!
TEACHERS do not forget to send a list of bus students that are staying after to the secretaries.
Today’s quote comes from William James: “The greatest use of a life is to spend it on something that will outlast it.”
Tuesday, 10/7/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Inner Beauty Day.
The Astronomy club will meet today after school in Room 506. Open to all 6th grade students and those 7th and 8th grade students who have not attended in the past.
6th Grade Dance Company members please check the Google Classroom.
It’s Put a Cap on Conflict Day! Today, we’re putting a hat on to symbolize the importance of resolving conflicts peacefully. Whether it’s a disagreement with a friend or a misunderstanding in class, remember—respectful communication is the key to solving problems. So, wear your favorite hat today and think about ways you can keep the peace in your conversations and actions! Tomorrow in honor of both the Week of Respect & Inclusion and Hispanic Heritage Month: Be a Team Player! Wear a shirt or jersey from your favorite sports team.
Fashion Club meeting room 409 after school Wednesday 10/8; Come join us and explore and create and express your style! (look for the electric green flyers on the walls of IMS!)
The Geography club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 511.
The Chemistry Club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 505. This club is open to all 6th graders and any 7th or 8th grade students who have never been part of Chemistry Club in the past.
Stem Club interest meeting ! Today 410! See hallway Flyers!
Reminder, if you are interested in joining the art club, submissions are due Friday! Please see Miss Leone, if you have any questions.
Garden club meets today after school in the courtyard. You must have a completed permission slip to attend.
The Panther softball team played Avenel Middle yesterday at WHS. The Panthers of the game were 7th grader Brittany Walsh with a double, stolen base and 2 runs and 8th grader Rilee Sparks bringing her positive energy and solid pitching to shut down the Avenel middle scoring. Great Job!
8th grade Honor Society students- your permission slip for the trip is due on Friday. Please hand in your slip to Mrs. Herbeck or Mrs. Esteves by Friday.
Today is the Drama Club Interest Meeting! It will be held directly after school in the art room till 3:50 pm. Tomorrow will be an audition workshop for the School play, which will be announced later at Drama club.
Join Community Council at the Halloween Masquerade on Thursday, October 30 from 6-8pm. Bring $7 and your signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to get in on the spooky fun. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Do you love gaming — whether that means video games or board games? Then the Gaming Club is where you belong! We meet Tuesdays after school in Room 117, with our first meeting next week on Tuesday, October 14. To join, you’ll need a signed permission slip — pick one up in Room 412 or on the table in the cafeteria. See Miss Perla if you have any questions.
Attention Soccer Fans!!! The IMS Soccer Tournament will be held on Thursday, October 9th at 3:30 on the field behind the parking lot. Come on out, have some snacks and support your favorite team. It’s free to attend!
TEACHERS do not forget to send a list of bus students that are staying after to the secretaries.
Today’s quote comes from William James: “The greatest use of a life is to spend it on something that will outlast it.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 10/6/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Coaches Day.
Select Choir will meet after school today. Only those who were in the group last year should attend.
The Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506. Open to all 6th grade students and those 7th and 8th grade students who have not attended in the past.
Today kicks off our Week of Respect and Inclusion celebrations with Stomp Out Bullying Day! We’re all wearing blue to show we stand together against bullying. Remember, every act of kindness helps prevent bullying and makes our school a safer place for everyone.Let’s make today a day where we support each other and spread respect everywhere we go! Tomorrow is: Put a Cap on Conflict – wear a hat to show we’re committed to solving conflicts peacefully!
Calling all Fashionista’s! Come to the Drip Lab- Re-purpose and Re-cycle your Style! Come to the Fashion Club Interest Meeting on Wednesday October 8 in room 409; Open to 7th and 8th grade students
Lab Rats- STEM club, to all future engineers and scientists, if you “IMAGINE IT”, you can “BUILD IT”- interest meeting on Tuesday 10/7 after school at room: 410. Open to 7th grade students only.
Thank you to everyone who participated in our College and Career Day activities last month. Congratulations to our winner, 6th grader Sanvi Patel. Please stop by Guidance to collect your prize.
Today’s quote comes from Milton Berle: “If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.”
Monday, 10/6/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Coaches Day.
Select Choir will meet after school today. Only those who were in the group last year should attend.
The Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506. Open to all 6th grade students and those 7th and 8th grade students who have not attended in the past.
Today kicks off our Week of Respect and Inclusion celebrations with Stomp Out Bullying Day! We’re all wearing blue to show we stand together against bullying. Remember, every act of kindness helps prevent bullying and makes our school a safer place for everyone.Let’s make today a day where we support each other and spread respect everywhere we go! Tomorrow is: Put a Cap on Conflict – wear a hat to show we’re committed to solving conflicts peacefully!
Calling all Fashionista’s! Come to the Drip Lab- Re-purpose and Re-cycle your Style! Come to the Fashion Club Interest Meeting on Wednesday October 8 in room 409; Open to 7th and 8th grade students
Lab Rats- STEM club, to all future engineers and scientists, if you “IMAGINE IT”, you can “BUILD IT”- interest meeting on Tuesday 10/7 after school at room: 410. Open to 7th grade students only.
Thank you to everyone who participated in our College and Career Day activities last month. Congratulations to our winner, 6th grader Sanvi Patel. Please stop by Guidance to collect your prize.
Today’s quote comes from Milton Berle: “If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, 10/3/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Techies Day.
The IMS softball team lost yesterday to Avenel Middle 14-8. Julia and Britany Walsh each had 2-run homeruns. The Panther of the Game was 8th grader Angelina Quinones. Angelina came into pitch in the 5th inning and struck out the side. Amazing job!
Next week IMS is celebrating the Week of Respect & Inclusion! Each day will have a fun theme—starting Monday with Stomp Out Bullying Day. Wear blue to show we stand together against bullying. Let’s come back on Monday ready to celebrate kindness, respect, and teamwork all week long!
Attention Panthers. Each month teachers choose IMS MVPs for showing great character, drive, and motivation. For October, congratulations to Amani Collier in sixth grade, Anthony Pellegrino in seventh grade, and Cristian Matute in eighth grade. Please come to the main office for your recognition. We are proud of you Panthers! And for our teacher of the month, we congratulate - Mrs. Hilarczyk
The Chemistry Club will be meeting on Wednesday, October 8th after school in room 505.
The Drama Club will have an interest meeting this Tuesday October 7th after school in the art room. Drama Club will also meet for an audition Workshop on Wednesday October 8th in the auditorium.
Astronomy club will meet on Tuesday, October 7th after school in room 506. Open to all 6th grade students and any 7th and 8th grade students who have NOT attended in the past.
Do you love exploring new places, maps, and cultures? Want to test your knowledge of the world? The Geography club will meet on Wednesday, October 8th after school in room 511.
Today’s quote comes from Norman Cousins: “Life is an adventure in forgiveness.”
Friday, 10/3/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Techies Day.
The IMS softball team lost yesterday to Avenel Middle 14-8. Julia and Britany Walsh each had 2-run homeruns. The Panther of the Game was 8th grader Angelina Quinones. Angelina came into pitch in the 5th inning and struck out the side. Amazing job!
Next week IMS is celebrating the Week of Respect & Inclusion! Each day will have a fun theme—starting Monday with Stomp Out Bullying Day. Wear blue to show we stand together against bullying. Let’s come back on Monday ready to celebrate kindness, respect, and teamwork all week long!
Attention Panthers. Each month teachers choose IMS MVPs for showing great character, drive, and motivation. For October, congratulations to Amani Collier in sixth grade, Anthony Pellegrino in seventh grade, and Cristian Matute in eighth grade. Please come to the main office for your recognition. We are proud of you Panthers! And for our teacher of the month, we congratulate - Mrs. Hilarczyk
The Chemistry Club will be meeting on Wednesday, October 8th after school in room 505.
The Drama Club will have an interest meeting this Tuesday October 7th after school in the art room. Drama Club will also meet for an audition Workshop on Wednesday October 8th in the auditorium.
Astronomy club will meet on Tuesday, October 7th after school in room 506. Open to all 6th grade students and any 7th and 8th grade students who have NOT attended in the past.
Do you love exploring new places, maps, and cultures? Want to test your knowledge of the world? The Geography club will meet on Wednesday, October 8th after school in room 511.
Today’s quote comes from Norman Cousins: “Life is an adventure in forgiveness.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, 10/2/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Custodial Worker’s Appreciation Day.
Today is a special day - join me in wishing Mr. Acquisto & Mr. Herre a very happy birthday!
Attention Garden Club members - We will have our first meeting on Tuesday after school meeting in the courtyard. You must have a permission slip signed and returned to attend. Blank permission slips are available in the Guidance office.
Chemistry Club has returned! Our first meeting will be after school on Wednesday, October 8th in Room 505.
The IMS softball took a lead vs Colonia Middle into the bottom of the 4th before relinquishing the lead and eventually losing the game. There were some solid performances on the field. The Panthers of the game were 7th grader Gurbani Grewal and 8th grader Ellora Clark. Great job!
Stem Club: Lab Rats Interest Meeting on Tuesday 10/7; Spark your imagination to ignite your curiosity with cool experiments! only open to Grade 7! Come to room 410 after school!
Fashion club : Drip Lab Interest Meeting on Wednesday 10/8 after school in room 409; Come explore Fashion: Express your fashion ideas; Repurpose your wardrobe!!!Only open to 7th and 8th grade students!
Today’s quote comes from Virgil Thomson: “Let your mind alone, and see what happens.”
Thursday, 10/2/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Custodial Worker’s Appreciation Day.
Today is a special day - join me in wishing Mr. Acquisto & Mr. Herre a very happy birthday!
Attention Garden Club members - We will have our first meeting on Tuesday after school meeting in the courtyard. You must have a permission slip signed and returned to attend. Blank permission slips are available in the Guidance office.
Chemistry Club has returned! Our first meeting will be after school on Wednesday, October 8th in Room 505.
The IMS softball took a lead vs Colonia Middle into the bottom of the 4th before relinquishing the lead and eventually losing the game. There were some solid performances on the field. The Panthers of the game were 7th grader Gurbani Grewal and 8th grader Ellora Clark. Great job!
Stem Club: Lab Rats Interest Meeting on Tuesday 10/7; Spark your imagination to ignite your curiosity with cool experiments! only open to Grade 7! Come to room 410 after school!
Fashion club : Drip Lab Interest Meeting on Wednesday 10/8 after school in room 409; Come explore Fashion: Express your fashion ideas; Repurpose your wardrobe!!!Only open to 7th and 8th grade students!
Today’s quote comes from Virgil Thomson: “Let your mind alone, and see what happens.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, 10/1/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Walk to School Day.
There is an 8th Grade Honor Society meeting today after school in Room 117. All members must attend. Make sure you have a ride home for 4pm.
The garden club wishes to extend a belated thank you and congratulations to the students who helped this past weekend with the Iselin Library Garden clean up! You did an amazing job! Our community is a little more beautiful, because of you!
Select Choir audition instructions are not posted in the choir google classroom. Any student in any grade level who is interested in joining Select Choir may submit an audition and they are due by Friday at 11:59 pm.
For the month of October, IMS will be participating in the SEWA Diwali Food Drive in honor of Diwali! All donations will go to local food pantries. Check out the flyers in your grade-level Google Classroom to see what items you can donate. The donation bin is located in the front lobby of the school by the cafe.
Attention Futbolistas! All bracket spots have been filled and our IMS 4 v 4 Soccer Tournament is ready to be played. Who will score the winning goal? Find out on Thursday October 9th as 8 teams compete for bragging rights. It’s free to attend, so be there at 3:30 and cheer on your favorite teams.
The boys baseball team won their first game of the season yesterday, defeating Woodbridge 5-0. The boys were led by Moksh Patel, who threw a complete game no-hitter, the first in school history! The Panthers will try to make it a winning streak today when they face off against Colonia Middle School.
Today’s quote comes from Finley Peter Dunne: “The past always looks more pleasant than it was. It’s only pleasant because it isn’t here.”
Wednesday, 10/1/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Walk to School Day.
There is an 8th Grade Honor Society meeting today after school in Room 117. All members must attend. Make sure you have a ride home for 4pm.
The garden club wishes to extend a belated thank you and congratulations to the students who helped this past weekend with the Iselin Library Garden clean up! You did an amazing job! Our community is a little more beautiful, because of you!
Select Choir audition instructions are not posted in the choir google classroom. Any student in any grade level who is interested in joining Select Choir may submit an audition and they are due by Friday at 11:59 pm.
For the month of October, IMS will be participating in the SEWA Diwali Food Drive in honor of Diwali! All donations will go to local food pantries. Check out the flyers in your grade-level Google Classroom to see what items you can donate. The donation bin is located in the front lobby of the school by the cafe.
Attention Futbolistas! All bracket spots have been filled and our IMS 4 v 4 Soccer Tournament is ready to be played. Who will score the winning goal? Find out on Thursday October 9th as 8 teams compete for bragging rights. It’s free to attend, so be there at 3:30 and cheer on your favorite teams.
The boys baseball team won their first game of the season yesterday, defeating Woodbridge 5-0. The boys were led by Moksh Patel, who threw a complete game no-hitter, the first in school history! The Panthers will try to make it a winning streak today when they face off against Colonia Middle School.
Today’s quote comes from Finley Peter Dunne: “The past always looks more pleasant than it was. It’s only pleasant because it isn’t here.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, 9/30/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Love People Day.
Today is a special day - join me in wishing Ms. Donnelly a very happy birthday!
Today is picture day! Students will be called down by homeroom. You must show the photographer the pass that you received. If you did not receive a pass, don’t worry—you’ll be given one when you arrive at the gym.
The Girls Basketball Interest Meeting is tomorrow morning in the gym at 7:45am, please see Ms. Evans if you have any questions.
The IMS softball team lost yesterday to powerhouse Colonia Middle. Jelissa Mejia had a triple and scored a run, Brittany Walsh scored a run. The PANTHER of the game with a very solid pitching performance, allowing only 2 runs in her 2 innings of work is 7th grader Julia Walsh. Great Job!
Two of our 6th grade students from Ishaan Mehta and Kashvi Shukla have WON the Kid Witness News competition for the United States! They will be attending the World Summit at Panasonic Headquarters in Newark
Attention Community Council members! Please check the Google Classroom page for information regarding the upcoming Halloween Masquerade.
Attention all Soccer players! There is one spot remaining for the IMS Soccer Tournament. Get your roster, permission slips and $10 fee into the office now! Come on out on Thursday Oct.9th to cheer on your favorite team to victory!
Today’s quote comes from Dr. Seuss: “A person’s a person no matter how small.”
Tuesday, 9/30/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Love People Day.
Today is a special day - join me in wishing Ms. Donnelly a very happy birthday!
Today is picture day! Students will be called down by homeroom. You must show the photographer the pass that you received. If you did not receive a pass, don’t worry—you’ll be given one when you arrive at the gym.
The Girls Basketball Interest Meeting is tomorrow morning in the gym at 7:45am, please see Ms. Evans if you have any questions.
The IMS softball team lost yesterday to powerhouse Colonia Middle. Jelissa Mejia had a triple and scored a run, Brittany Walsh scored a run. The PANTHER of the game with a very solid pitching performance, allowing only 2 runs in her 2 innings of work is 7th grader Julia Walsh. Great Job!
Two of our 6th grade students from Ishaan Mehta and Kashvi Shukla have WON the Kid Witness News competition for the United States! They will be attending the World Summit at Panasonic Headquarters in Newark
Attention Community Council members! Please check the Google Classroom page for information regarding the upcoming Halloween Masquerade.
Attention all Soccer players! There is one spot remaining for the IMS Soccer Tournament. Get your roster, permission slips and $10 fee into the office now! Come on out on Thursday Oct.9th to cheer on your favorite team to victory!
Today’s quote comes from Dr. Seuss: “A person’s a person no matter how small.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 9/29/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Coffee Day.
Tomorrow is picture day!
The Select Choir will meet after school today in room 604 until 4:00 pm. You must have your own plan for getting home. Only those 7th and 8th grade students who were in Select Choir last year should attend.
The Girls Basketball Interest Meeting is happening this Wednesday, October 1st, at 7:45 AM in the gym. Come find out how you can be part of the team, sharpen your skills, and represent your school on the court!
Attention 7th and 8th graders: Do you like Fashion? Listen for updates on an interest meeting for the IMS Drip Lab! Its a Fashion Club on a mission! Take a cue from Coco Chanel!
Today’s quote comes from Coco Chanel: “There are people who have money and people who are rich.
Monday, 9/29/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Coffee Day.
Tomorrow is picture day!
The Select Choir will meet after school today in room 604 until 4:00 pm. You must have your own plan for getting home. Only those 7th and 8th grade students who were in Select Choir last year should attend.
The Girls Basketball Interest Meeting is happening this Wednesday, October 1st, at 7:45 AM in the gym. Come find out how you can be part of the team, sharpen your skills, and represent your school on the court!
Attention 7th and 8th graders: Do you like Fashion? Listen for updates on an interest meeting for the IMS Drip Lab! Its a Fashion Club on a mission! Take a cue from Coco Chanel!
Today’s quote comes from Coco Chanel: “There are people who have money and people who are rich.
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, 9/26/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Dumpling Day.
Attention anyone with money for the block party - we will be collecting it at the start of period 5. DO NOT TURN IT IN TO YOUR HOMEROOM TEACHER.
The first Select Choir rehearsal will take place on Monday after school. There are no late buses so please have a plan to get home. Only those 7th and 8th grade students who were in Select Choir last year should attend.
Don’t forget to bring your smile on Tuesday, 9/30, for picture day.
The Panther softball team won yesterday vs WMS 14-7. The Panther of the game was 7th grader Brittany Walsh with a 3 run triple in the 5th inning to tie the game. Great Job Team!
The 8th grade Junior National Honor Society will have its first meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1 after school. Only those inducted into the Honor Society can come to the meeting. The meeting will take place in room 117. You MUST have a ride home by 4pm.
Attention all 7th and 8th Grade Girls. There will be a Girls Basketball Interest meeting on Wednesday, October 1 at 7:45am in the gym. If you are interested in playing this upcoming season, be sure to attend to get all the important details!
Hey Soccer Players!!!!! Only 2 spots left for your team in the IMS Soccer Tournament. Get your completed permission slips, roster and 10 dollar fee into the office as soon as possible. All games will be held on Thursday, Oct. 9th at 3:30 and it is free to attend. Come out and cheer on your friends to score that goal!!!
Paul Tournier: “Sooner or later, those who win are those who think they can.”
Friday, 9/26/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Dumpling Day.
Attention anyone with money for the block party - we will be collecting it at the start of period 5. DO NOT TURN IT IN TO YOUR HOMEROOM TEACHER.
The first Select Choir rehearsal will take place on Monday after school. There are no late buses so please have a plan to get home. Only those 7th and 8th grade students who were in Select Choir last year should attend.
Don’t forget to bring your smile on Tuesday, 9/30, for picture day.
The Panther softball team won yesterday vs WMS 14-7. The Panther of the game was 7th grader Brittany Walsh with a 3 run triple in the 5th inning to tie the game. Great Job Team!
The 8th grade Junior National Honor Society will have its first meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1 after school. Only those inducted into the Honor Society can come to the meeting. The meeting will take place in room 117. You MUST have a ride home by 4pm.
Attention all 7th and 8th Grade Girls. There will be a Girls Basketball Interest meeting on Wednesday, October 1 at 7:45am in the gym. If you are interested in playing this upcoming season, be sure to attend to get all the important details!
Hey Soccer Players!!!!! Only 2 spots left for your team in the IMS Soccer Tournament. Get your completed permission slips, roster and 10 dollar fee into the office as soon as possible. All games will be held on Thursday, Oct. 9th at 3:30 and it is free to attend. Come out and cheer on your friends to score that goal!!!
Paul Tournier: “Sooner or later, those who win are those who think they can.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, 9/25/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Daughter’s Day.
Choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 in the Art room. This is the last time you will be reminded via announcements. Please come every Tuesday and Friday, choir members!!
Picture day is Tuesday, 9/30, bring your best smile
The 8th grade National Junior Honor Society will have its first meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1 after school. Only those inducted into the Honor Society can come to the meeting. The meeting will take place in room 117. You MUST have a ride home by 4pm.
A reminder to all band students the permission slips for the trip to jfk marching band performance tomorrow are due today! Please drop them off in room 606.
Attention all 7th and 8th Grade Girls. There will be a Girls Basketball Interest meeting on Wednesday, October 1 at 7:45am in the gym. If you are interested in playing this upcoming season, be sure to attend to get all the important details!
We must recognize Mrs. Roe’s Birthday that we somehow missed on 9/16
Today’s quote comes from Euripides: “To a father growing old, nothing is dearer than a daughter.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, 9/24/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Women’s Health and Fitness Day.
Tomorrow is College and Career Readiness Day. Wear college or trade school clothing or complete the activities posted in your grade level Google Classroom for a chance to win a prize.
Today’s quote comes from Sophocles: “Rather fail with honor than succeed by fraud.”
Wednesday, 9/24/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Women’s Health and Fitness Day.
Tomorrow is College and Career Readiness Day. Wear college or trade school clothing or complete the activities posted in your grade level Google Classroom for a chance to win a prize.
Today’s quote comes from Sophocles: “Rather fail with honor than succeed by fraud.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, 9/23/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate the start of Rosh Hashana.
Attention 6th graders - Ms. Popino is no longer accepting permission slips to join Dance Company
Today is a very special day - Join me in wishing Mrs. Clark a very happy birthday!
This Thursday is College and Career Readiness Day. Wear college or trade school clothing or complete the activities posted in your grade level Google Classroom for a chance to win a prize.
The Panther Softball team fell to Fords 14-5. 6th grader shortstop Lily Sparks turned a triple play in the 5th inning. Panther of the Game for yesterday’s game was 7th grader Jelissa Mejia with a single, 2 stolen bases and a run scored.
If you and your team would like to participate in the IMS Soccer Tournament, submit your permission slips, roster and 10 dollar fee in an envelope to the office by Oct. 6th. Only the first 8 teams will play.
A reminder to all the Band students that the meeting is tomorrow at 7:40 AM. Please stop by the Band room for our Google classroom code!
Today’s quote comes from Vincent Van Gogh: “I dream of painting and then I paint my dream.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 9/22/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate the first day of Fall and National Family Day.
Today is a very special day - Join me in wishing Mrs. McCarthy a very happy birthday!
This Thursday is College and Career Readiness Day. Wear college or trade school clothing or complete the activities posted in your grade level Google Classroom for a chance to win a prize.
To all band students, there will be a meeting on This Wednesday September 24th at 7:40 am for all band students enrolled in band. It does not matter what quarter you are enrolled in, you must attend. Please be sure to sign up for the full band google classroom before Wednesday. The code is on the board in room 606!
There will be NO Select Choir rehearsal today after school. We will begin Select Choir rehearsals on Monday, September 29.
There will be a regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the Art room. Don’t be late!
Today’s quote comes from Joseph B. Wirthlin: “You can find peace amidst the storms that threaten you.”
Monday, 9/22/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate the first day of Fall and National Family Day.
Today is a very special day - Join me in wishing Mrs. McCarthy a very happy birthday!
This Thursday is College and Career Readiness Day. Wear college or trade school clothing or complete the activities posted in your grade level Google Classroom for a chance to win a prize.
To all band students, there will be a meeting on This Wednesday September 24th at 7:40 am for all band students enrolled in band. It does not matter what quarter you are enrolled in, you must attend. Please be sure to sign up for the full band google classroom before Wednesday. The code is on the board in room 606!
There will be NO Select Choir rehearsal today after school. We will begin Select Choir rehearsals on Monday, September 29.
There will be a regular choir rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the Art room. Don’t be late!
Today’s quote comes from Joseph B. Wirthlin: “You can find peace amidst the storms that threaten you.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, 9/19/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Talk Like a Pirate Day.
All students signed up for band must attend a mandatory meeting next Wednesday morning, September 24th at 7:40 am. If you have instrumental music on your schedule you must attend!Please stop by the band room and join the full band Google classroom, even if you are not in this quarter.
Sign up for Latin dance lessons with Ms. Popino during your lunch period TODAY! Sign-ups are in your grade level Google classroom.
Attention all aspiring Basketball players: Sports physicals are due Oct 1st which is only a week a half away. Physical forms are available on our school website under athletics.
There is NO SOFTBALL GAME TODAY. There is practice until 4:30
The IMS Soccer Tournament will be held on Thursday, Oct. 9th. Grab 4 friends and create a winning team. Team rosters and permission slips can be picked up in the cafeteria or on the IMS website. Only the first 8 teams willl play, so get your completed entry in to the main office as soon as possible.
Today’s quote comes from Golda Meir: “One cannot and must not try to erase the past merely because it does not fit the present.”
Friday, 9/19/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Talk Like a Pirate Day.
All students signed up for band must attend a mandatory meeting next Wednesday morning, September 24th at 7:40 am. If you have instrumental music on your schedule you must attend!Please stop by the band room and join the full band Google classroom, even if you are not in this quarter.
Sign up for Latin dance lessons with Ms. Popino during your lunch period TODAY! Sign-ups are in your grade level Google classroom.
Attention all aspiring Basketball players: Sports physicals are due Oct 1st which is only a week a half away. Physical forms are available on our school website under athletics.
There is NO SOFTBALL GAME TODAY. There is practice until 4:30
The IMS Soccer Tournament will be held on Thursday, Oct. 9th. Grab 4 friends and create a winning team. Team rosters and permission slips can be picked up in the cafeteria or on the IMS website. Only the first 8 teams willl play, so get your completed entry in to the main office as soon as possible.
Today’s quote comes from Golda Meir: “One cannot and must not try to erase the past merely because it does not fit the present.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, 9/18/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate the Air Force’s Birthday.
All students signed up for band must attend a mandatory meeting next Wednesday morning, September 24th at 7:40 am. If you have instrumental music on your schedule you must attend! Please stop by the band room and join the full band Google classroom, even if you are not in this quarter.
If you’re interested in attending Community Council and were unable to attend yesterday’s meeting, see Mrs. B in room 312 for a permission slip.
Sign up for Latin dance lessons with Ms. Popino during your lunch period tomorrow! Sign-ups are in your grade level Google classroom.
Choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow at 7:30 am in the Art Room.
Calling all futbolistas! The IMS Soccer Tournament is here And will be held on Thursday, October 9th. If you and your team of 5 would like to participate, there will be an interest meeting tomorrow in Room 117 at 7:40am with all the details.
Softball practice will be until 4pm today. Great job at yesterday’s game. Panther of the game was 8th grader Natalia Taistra.
Today’s quote comes from Confucius: “The object of the superior man is truth.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, 9/17/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Constitution Day and Citizenship Day.
Ready to make a difference at IMS and beyond? Come to 312 after school today for a Community Council interest meeting. There are NO late buses, so make sure you walk home or have a ride by 3:50.
This is a reminder that any money or forms that need to go to the office should be handed in during homeroom, not after.
Today is a very special day - please join me in wishing Mrs. Agrawal a happy birthday.
Today’s quote comes from Charlotte Whitton: “Big words seldom accompany good deeds.”
Wednesday, 9/17/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Constitution Day and Citizenship Day.
Ready to make a difference at IMS and beyond? Come to 312 after school today for a Community Council interest meeting. There are NO late buses, so make sure you walk home or have a ride by 3:50.
This is a reminder that any money or forms that need to go to the office should be handed in during homeroom, not after.
Today is a very special day - please join me in wishing Mrs. Agrawal a happy birthday.
Today’s quote comes from Charlotte Whitton: “Big words seldom accompany good deeds.”
Here are today’s announcements Tuesday, 9/16/25:
*Today is a B Day.
*Today we celebrate National Play-Doh Day.
*Would you like to give back to your community in a meaningful way? Join the Garden club for National Public Lands day. We will be working on the garden outside the Iselin Library on Saturday, September 27th. Permission slips available in the guidance office. Volunteers are rewarded with snacks and service hours!
*There will be a Community Council interest meeting after school tomorrow in room 312. There are NO late buses, so make sure you walk or have a ride home by 3:50.
*Tomorrow is the last day for the IMS Block Party Presale. Make sure to get your permission slip and $10 to your homeroom teacher so you too can get out of class and join us for the fun on Friday, September 26th. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
*Tomorrow we celebrate Dia de la Bandera for Hispanic Heritage Month! Rep your flag and wear items with a Hispanic flag or dress in its colors!
*Attention 8th graders who applied to Sidekicks last June. Please complete the form posted in the invited Google Classroom by Wednesday to be considered for Sidekicks.
*Sign up for Latin dance lessons with Ms. Popino on Friday, September 19th during your lunch. Sign-ups are in your grade level Google classroom.
*Are you interested in joining the Art Club? If so, there is an interest meeting Wednesday morning at 7:45, in the art room. Please see Ms. Leone if you have any questions.
*Today’s quote comes from Harry S. Truman: “If you can’t convince them, confuse them.”
*Today is a B Day.
*Today we celebrate National Play-Doh Day.
*Would you like to give back to your community in a meaningful way? Join the Garden club for National Public Lands day. We will be working on the garden outside the Iselin Library on Saturday, September 27th. Permission slips available in the guidance office. Volunteers are rewarded with snacks and service hours!
*There will be a Community Council interest meeting after school tomorrow in room 312. There are NO late buses, so make sure you walk or have a ride home by 3:50.
*Tomorrow is the last day for the IMS Block Party Presale. Make sure to get your permission slip and $10 to your homeroom teacher so you too can get out of class and join us for the fun on Friday, September 26th. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
*Tomorrow we celebrate Dia de la Bandera for Hispanic Heritage Month! Rep your flag and wear items with a Hispanic flag or dress in its colors!
*Attention 8th graders who applied to Sidekicks last June. Please complete the form posted in the invited Google Classroom by Wednesday to be considered for Sidekicks.
*Sign up for Latin dance lessons with Ms. Popino on Friday, September 19th during your lunch. Sign-ups are in your grade level Google classroom.
*Are you interested in joining the Art Club? If so, there is an interest meeting Wednesday morning at 7:45, in the art room. Please see Ms. Leone if you have any questions.
*Today’s quote comes from Harry S. Truman: “If you can’t convince them, confuse them.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 9/15/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Double Cheeseburger Day.
Today marks the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us for themed spirit days every Wednesday and a fun Latin dance activity during lunch on September 19th. Check your grade level Google classroom for more info on the spirit days and to sign up for Latin dance lessons.
Are you ready for the IMS Block Party? If you have not turned in your permission slip yet, you still have time! The presale ends this Wednesday! See the IMS website for more information.
Attention all students looking for service hours - The Garden Club is looking for volunteers for National Public Lands Day on September 27th. We will be doing a quick clean-up of the gardens at the Iselin Library. No experience necessary. Grab a permission slip from guidance today.
Attention classes that are scheduled for room 112 today are being relocated.
Mr. Herre’s Period 1 report to room 313; Mr. Herre’s & Mr. Vitale’s Period 2 report to 416; Mr. Herre’s & Mr. Vitale’s Period 3 report to 508; Mr. Vitale’s Period 4 report to 412: Mr. Vitale’s Period 5 report ot 508 and Mrs. Esteves’ class period 6 report to 412
Choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow at 7:30 am in the Art Room.
Today’s quote comes from Napoleon Bonaparte: “Water, air, and cleanness are the chief articles in my pharmacy.”
Monday, 9/15/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Double Cheeseburger Day.
Today marks the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us for themed spirit days every Wednesday and a fun Latin dance activity during lunch on September 19th. Check your grade level Google classroom for more info on the spirit days and to sign up for Latin dance lessons.
Are you ready for the IMS Block Party? If you have not turned in your permission slip yet, you still have time! The presale ends this Wednesday! See the IMS website for more information.
Attention all students looking for service hours - The Garden Club is looking for volunteers for National Public Lands Day on September 27th. We will be doing a quick clean-up of the gardens at the Iselin Library. No experience necessary. Grab a permission slip from guidance today.
Attention classes that are scheduled for room 112 today are being relocated.
Mr. Herre’s Period 1 report to room 313; Mr. Herre’s & Mr. Vitale’s Period 2 report to 416; Mr. Herre’s & Mr. Vitale’s Period 3 report to 508; Mr. Vitale’s Period 4 report to 412: Mr. Vitale’s Period 5 report ot 508 and Mrs. Esteves’ class period 6 report to 412
Choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow at 7:30 am in the Art Room.
Today’s quote comes from Napoleon Bonaparte: “Water, air, and cleanness are the chief articles in my pharmacy.”
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, 9/12/25
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Hug and High 5 Day.
Students interested in Esports, complete your permission slips no later than tonight. If not enough students apply, we will withdraw from the Fall competitions. Please find the permission slip on the Iselin Middle School website’s staff section, on Mr. McDonough’s Google Site.
Is anyone looking for service hours? The Garden Club is looking for volunteers to help beautify the Iselin Library Garden on Saturday September 27. National Public Lands day is when we take time to care for our outdoor spaces. No experience needed. Grab a permission slip in the Guidance Office today.
Starting MONDAY grade 7 & 8 students are expected to be in class ON TIME, please begin to mark those in Grade 7 & 8 late to class.
Today’s quote comes from Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us, or we find it not.”
Friday, 9/12/25
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Hug and High 5 Day.
Students interested in Esports, complete your permission slips no later than tonight. If not enough students apply, we will withdraw from the Fall competitions. Please find the permission slip on the Iselin Middle School website’s staff section, on Mr. McDonough’s Google Site.
Is anyone looking for service hours? The Garden Club is looking for volunteers to help beautify the Iselin Library Garden on Saturday September 27. National Public Lands day is when we take time to care for our outdoor spaces. No experience needed. Grab a permission slip in the Guidance Office today.
Starting MONDAY grade 7 & 8 students are expected to be in class ON TIME, please begin to mark those in Grade 7 & 8 late to class.
Today’s quote comes from Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us, or we find it not.”
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, 9/11/25
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance.
For those of you who are joining choir, please get your form returned to Mr. T. and don’t forget to attend rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the art room!
6th Graders interested in joining Dance Company, if you missed the interest meeting please come see Ms. Popino.
Are you ready for competition, music, and to get out of class? If so, join us at the Block Party on Friday, September 26! The presale ends Wednesday, so bring $10 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from Walter Hagin: “You’re only here for a short visit. Don’t hurry, don’t worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.”
Thursday, 9/11/25
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance.
For those of you who are joining choir, please get your form returned to Mr. T. and don’t forget to attend rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the art room!
6th Graders interested in joining Dance Company, if you missed the interest meeting please come see Ms. Popino.
Are you ready for competition, music, and to get out of class? If so, join us at the Block Party on Friday, September 26! The presale ends Wednesday, so bring $10 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from Walter Hagin: “You’re only here for a short visit. Don’t hurry, don’t worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.”