Iselin Middle School

Here are today’s announcements for: Tuesday, May 7 Today is an A day. Today we celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Day. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, aim to get 7-8 hours of sleep tonight to allow your mind to reset. Tomorrow's theme day is Wellness Wednesday, to support the coping skill of eating healthy, exercising and drinking lots of water. Wear your workout gear! All choir members should report to the cafe during period 6 today ready for dismissal. Do not go to period 6 classes, come straight to the cafe with everything you need. You will be dismissed from the cafe. The IMS Choir Concert will take place tonight at 6:30 pm in the JFK High School auditorium. It is free and open to the public. Attention Garden Club members - anyone who can stay after school to help with the plant sale is appreciated. There are NO late buses, students in garden club who are staying after must walk or have a ride home. DEI Showcase dancers please view the Google Classroom for important updates 6th graders in art club, make sure you sign up on the google class room if you would like to stay today. If you are not signed up, you can not stay after school. If you have any questions please see Miss. Leone before the end of the day. Current 8th grade theater arts students, todays class will be held in room 604 Today’s quote comes from Simone de Beauvoir: “Change your life today. Don’t gamble on the future, act now, without delay.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Monday, May 6 Today is a B day. Today we celebrate National Nurses Day. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, enjoy a calm space somewhere in your home today. Tomorrow's theme day is Tropical Tuesday, to support the coping skill of sitting in the sun to absorb vitamin D. Wear those island prints and vacation t-shirts! Select Choir will take place after school today in 604. All members are required to attend. All choir members will be called down to the cafe today during period 2 by announcement. Wait for an announcement to come down. After you are called, go to your locker and bring only a water bottle with you. There will be no morning choir rehearsal tomorrow. Today’s quote comes from Joseph Addison: “Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Friday, May, 3 Today is an A Day. Today we celebrate School Lunch Hero Day. Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts. The JFK Marching Mustangs are holding drumline and color guard auditions next Monday night 6pm-8pm at JFK High School. Current 7th and 8th graders are welcome to attend. More information can be found on our Instagram page @jfkbands or see Mr. Vazquez in the band room. Mr. Cabrera will be visiting during the 7th and 8th grade lunches today to answer any questions. In honor of the Mental Health Awareness Month, reach out to someone who makes you smile. Loneliness can take a toll on your mental health and it's important to find meaningful ways to connect with others. Congratulations to the boys and girls cross country teams on their win yesterday against Woodbridge. Congratulations to our top two runners, Abhay and Gabby. Way to go panthers! Monday theme day is MUSIC MONDAY, to support the coping skill of listening to music to calm your mood. Wear your favorite musician or band t-shirt! Garden Club members, please sign up for Google classroom. We have important announcements for you. See Mrs. Weber or Ms. Olarte for the code. Today’s quote comes from Elbert Hubbard: “He has achieved success who has worked well, laughed often, and loved much.”

Here are today’s announcements for Thursday, May, 2: *Today is a B Day. *Today we celebrate National Day of Prayer. *Get ready to dance the night away at tonight’s luau! Haven’t pre-paid? No worries. Bring $8 and your permission slip to the door tonight. Snacks will be for sale. *Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts. *Esports practice will be held in room 505 after school today. *In honor of the Mental Health Awareness Month, Go for a 30 min nature walk today. Spending time in nature can increase energy levels, reduce depression and boost well being. *The JFK Marching Mustangs are holding drumline and color guard auditions next Monday night 6pm-8pm at JFK High School. Current 7th and 8th graders are welcome to attend. More information can be found on our Instagram page @jfkbands or see Mr. Vazquez in the band room. Mr. Cabrera will be visiting during the 7th and 8th grade lunches tomorrow to answer any questions. There is no choir rehearsal tomorrow morning. Repeat, choir rehearsal is canceled for tomorrow morning. Today’s quote comes from George Halas: “Nobody who ever gave his best regretted it.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Wednesday, May, 1 Today is an A Day. Today we celebrate School Principal’s Day. Reminder, we are no longer collecting money for the luau. You can still attend! Bring $8 and your permission slip to the door tomorrow night. Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts. Chess Club will meet for the final time this year after school today for the students who have filled out Monday’s signup sheet. There will be a Mock Trial Club meeting afterschool today in room 121. Attention Garden Club members, please join the google classroom page. Get the code from Mrs. Weber or Ms. Olarte. Book Club scheduled for tomorrow morning has been canceled. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Check out your google classroom page to complete the 30 day self care challenge and have an opportunity to win a bracelet from Ms. Pearce! Everyday this month you will be encouraged to do something to be a better you! 988 is the number to call or text if you or a friend is in need of support. Help is available. Mr. T. will be staying after school today to work with CJMEA Honor Choir students in 604. Today’s quote comes from Napoleon Bonaparte: “Ten people who speak make more noise than ten thousand who are silent.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Tuesday, April 30 Today is a B Day. Today we celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. Today is the last day to pre-pay for the luau. If you’re planning to attend, please bring $8 and your permission slip to the door Thursday night. Attention IMS CLEANUP volunteers: Tomorrow and Thursday we will start the cleanup at 2:45. An announcement will be made for you to report to the courtyard with your stuff to go home. Dress appropriately. Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts. The boys volleyball team won their first match of the year yesterday vs. Woodbridge. Come support the Panthers tomorrow after school as they take on Fords. There is a DEI Club meeting after school today in room 306. There will be a Mock Trial Club meeting afterschool tomorrow May 1st in room 121. The last day for 7th grade morning math help is Thursday, May 2nd. Attention Garden Club members, please join the google classroom page. Get the code from Mrs. Weber or Ms. Olarte. Mr. T. will be available to work with CJMEA Honor Choir students today after school, Wednesday before school at 7:30 am, Wednesday after school and Thursday after school all in room 604. Please attend AT LEAST one of these if you are doing CJMEA Honor Choir. Today’s quote comes from Graham Greene: “There is always one moment in childhood when the door opens and lets the future in.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Monday, April 29 Today is an A Day. Today we celebrate National Zipper Day. Attention 8th grade students in Ms. Perla’s Algebra 1 Honors math classes - you must report to the cafeteria today during Period 6 promptly at 2:30pm for a quick meeting regarding NJSLA testing Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts. All 8th grade choir students, the pictures you have been asked to submit are now past due. Please see the Choir google classroom for the email address to submit your pictures ASAP. Astronomy Club members, please check our Google Classroom for a message and please respond. Today’s quote comes from Virginia Satir: “We must not allow other people’s limited perceptions to define us.”

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Here are today’s announcements for: Friday, April 26 Today is a B Day. Today we celebrate National Pretzel Day. Reminder to Garden Club Volunteers, the deadline to turn in your updated permission slip is today. If you have your permission slip with you, please give it to your teacher now. Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts There will be a Mock Trial Club Meeting on Wednesday May 1st afterschool in room 121. There will be a DEI Club meeting after school on Tuesday April 30 in room 306. There’s only a few more days to pre-pay for next week’s luau. Don’t miss out! Today’s theme for Autism Acceptance Month is: What does it mean to be an ally? Allies are listeners, learners, and supporters. Being an ally first and foremost means listening to and amplifying Autistic voices because individuals with Autism are the experts of their own experience. Allies amplify the voices of individuals with Autism, and they learn more about different perspectives by seeking out content created by individuals with Autism such as books, articles, blog posts, social media content, artwork, and others. Allyship also means simply being kind, accommodating, and inclusive to Autistic individuals in school and the community. Today’s quote comes from Bridgette Lundy-Paine: “I’ve learned that it comes in so many different shapes and sizes, and that communities with autism are extremely supportive of one another.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Thursday, April 25 Today is an A Day. Today we celebrate National Teach Children to Save Day. Attention Garden Club Members - if you are participating in the library clean up at Iselin Library this Saturday - you need to submit a new permission slip - please come to the office now to get one. You will not be able to volunteer without this new permission slip. Today’s theme for Autism Acceptance Month is: What is autism acceptance? Autism acceptance means celebrating diversity by recognizing that individuals with Autism are different and not less, thriving as equally valid and valuable members of our community. Autism acceptance invites us to recognize that we all have strengths and weaknesses. Sharing mutual support and respecting each person's individual differences are just some of the ways we can accept each other and celebrate diversity. Tomorrow’s Autism Acceptance spirit week theme is Sensory-Friendly Friday! Dress in your comfiest sweats or yoga clothes, or wear yellow! Popcorn will be available for sale at lunch today for $1. There will be no Esports practice after school today, due to our final Rocket League match of the playoff season. The final practice will be next Thursday. Tickets are still on sale for the in school dodgeball tournament Friday afternoon. See Mr. McGarry for details. Get your money in for next week’s luau. We wouldn’t want you getting FOMO. Tomorrow morning’s choir rehearsal is only for 8th graders. We will meet in 604. However, all CJMEA students may also come to practice their music. All others are not needed at rehearsal. There is Dance Company today after school! Please check the Google Classroom for the updated schedule. Attention Garden Club Members - If you signed up for Saturday’s Iselin Library Clean-up, we need another permission slip. Please stop by the office, pick up a slip and bring it back tomorrow! You need this done to participate. The Chemistry Club will be meeting today in Room 410. Guitar Club will meet today in the Apple Bar Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts Today’s quote comes from Temple Grandin: “Autism is part of who I am.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Wednesday, April 24 Today is a B Day. Today we celebrate National Administrative Professionals Day. Today’s theme for Autism Acceptance Month is: What is neurodiversity and neurodivergence? According to Self-Advocate Dr. Nick Walker, neurodiversity is the diversity of human minds, and includes both neurotypical and neurodivergent brains. Neurodivergent people are those whose minds think, learn, and experience the world in a different, yet equally valid way. This includes autism, ADHD, mental illness, epilepsy, and others. Tomorrow’s Autism Acceptance spirit week theme is Blend Together Thursday! Wear your IMS gear or IMS school colors! Tickets are still on sale for the in school dodgeball tournament Friday afternoon. See Mr. McGarry for details. The IMS Drama Club will be performing their play “The Supernonheroes” tonight at 6pm in the cafeteria. Admission is free and all are welcome! The Math Club will be meeting today in room 516. The Chemistry Club will be meeting tomorrow. Please fill out the attendance form located in our Chem Club Google classroom by tonight if you plan on attending. Guitar Club will meet tomorrow in the Apple Bar. Mr. T. will be staying after school today to work with CJMEA students on their music packets in room 604. Book Club will meet tomorrow morning in Room 121 before school to have a book cafe. All are welcome. Attention all students and faculty, the Nurse’s office is closed today except for emergencies. To repeat, the nurse’s office is closed today except for emergencies and medications. Attention G&T afternoon Visual Arts students. You are to report at 8:50 for your session instead of the afternoon session. Popcorn will be available for sale during lunch tomorrow for $1. First come, first serve! Today’s quote comes from Ban Ki-moon: “To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including persons with autism, are integrated as full and valued members.”

Here are today’s announcements for Tuesday, April 23: *Today is an A Day. *Today we celebrate School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. *Did you know that Autism spectrum disorder now affects 1 in 68 students? Autism Spectrum disorder is one of the fastest-growing developmental disorders in the United States. It is widely speculated that Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, Andy Warhol and Bill Gates are on the autism spectrum. Let’s make today great by continuing to learn about Autism spectrum disorder, and the ways that we each as individuals make up irreplaceable pieces of our school community. *Mr. T. will be staying after school today to help and work with CJMEA students on their music packets in room 604. *Drama Club Students please report to the cafeteria for our final rehearsal after school today. *The Chemistry Club will be meeting this Thursday. Please fill out the attendance form located in our Chem Club Google classroom if you plan on attending. *Guitar Club will meet this Thursday in the Apple Bar *The sign up form for tomorrow’s Chess Club meeting will be posted today after school at 3:00pm *Tomorrow’s Autism Acceptance spirit week theme is Neurodiversity Wednesday! To celebrate the beauty in the diverse spectrum of the human mind, wear rainbow and/or tie-dye! *Get some friends together and come to the Luau Dance next Thursday! Check the IMS site for more info. We hope to see you there. *Today’s quote comes from Adrienne Bailon: “Autism doesn’t have to define a person. Artists with autism are like anyone else. They define themselves through hard work and individuality.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Monday, April 22 Today is a B Day. Today we celebrate Earth Day. This April, IMS is celebrating Autism Acceptance Month. And the first step towards building a more inclusive world for people of all abilities is education. What is Autism? Autism is a neurological and developmental variation that affects how individuals think, communicate, and experience the world. Jim Sinclair, a self-advocate for Autism and leader in the disability justice movement, described Autism in this way: “Autism is a way of being. It is pervasive; it colors every experience, every sensation, perception, thought, emotion, and encounter, every aspect of existence.” Tomorrow’s Autism Acceptance spirit week theme is Twin Tuesday! Wear matching clothes with a friend, or wear purple! Drama Club members- please check the Google Classroom for reminders about today’s mandatory rehearsal after school! Attention DEI Club members- please check the Google classroom page for an important update. The Chemistry Club will be meeting this Thursday. Please fill out the attendance form located in our Chem Club Google classroom if you plan on attending. Mr. Casem, the JFK Choir director, will be here to meet with and listen to 8th grade students who are interested in R-Track Concert Choir and Treble Choir classes for next year at JFK. Love to hula? Come to the Luau Dance next Thursday, May 2nd. Check the IMS site for more information. Today’s quote comes from Greta Thunberg: “I’m on the autism spectrum. I don’t usually follow social coding and so therefore I go my own way.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Friday, April 19 Today is an A Day Today we celebrate National Garlic Day. IMS Book Club will be meeting for a Book Cafe to discuss our favorite reads. See your language arts teacher for a permission slip. Join Community Council for a Luau dance on Thursday May 2. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip. 7th Grade CJMEA Choir students may come to 604 today during their lunch (after eating) to practice CJMEA music. Today’s quote comes from Sitting Bull: “Let us put our minds together and see what life we can make for our children.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Thursday, April 18 Today is a B Day Today we celebrate National Exercise Day. Attention Ms. Popino’s period 2 class - please report to room 604 not to the stage. Today’s the day for a sweet treat. Ice cream sandwiches will be sold during lunches today. Tickets for the Luau dance on May 2 are on sale now for $8. Visit the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips. See you there! Tickets are on sale to come and watch the kids vs cops dodgeball tournaments. The tournament will be during school on April 26th and only students passing all classes can attend. Tickets are 5 dollars, please see Mr. McGarry for more information. Garden Club Members, we need your help! Tomorrow is the last day to bring in your green slip to Sign up for the ISELIN LIBRARY GARDEN clean up! We still need about 10 volunteers! Book Club will be meeting for a Book Cafe to discuss our favorite reads. See your language arts teacher for a permission slip. Drama club members, please report to the stage after school today. All members must have a ride home! Today’s quote comes from Booth Tarkington: “Cherish all your happy moments; they make a fine cushion for old age.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Wednesday, April 17 Today is an A Day Today we celebrate National Haiku Poetry Day. Tickets are on sale to come and watch the kids vs cops dodgeball tournaments. The tournament will be during school on April 26th and only students passing all classes can attend. Tickets are 5 dollars, please see Mr. McGarry for more information. Get in the spring spirit! Community Council will be selling ice cream sandwiches for $2 during lunches this Thursday. Attention all band students, Jazz ensemble and extra help sessions with the JFK high schoolers will be meeting today after school. You will need a ride as there are no late buses today. Garden Club Members, we need your help! Sign up for the ISELIN LIBRARY GARDEN clean up on April 27th. Earn community service hours. The green slip is in guidance. Join Community Council for a luau dance on Thursday, May 2 from 6-8. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip. IMS Book Club will be meeting for a Book Cafe to discuss our favorite reads. See your language arts teacher for a permission slip. Drama Club Students: please check google classroom for reminders! We will be meeting on Thursday after school on stage. Any questions, please come see Ms. Calicchio. All CJMEA Honor Choir singers or 8th grade choir students who plan to audition for Mr. Casem after school on Monday, Mr. T. will be staying after school today to work with anyone who wants help. You MUST have your own ride home. The IMS Community clean up for today and tomorrow has been postponed until May 1st and 2nd. Today’s quote comes from Ellen Glasgow: “All change is not growth, as all movement is not forward.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Tuesday, April 16 Today is a B Day Today we celebrate National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day. Tickets are on sale to come and watch the kids vs cops dodgeball tournaments. The tournament will be during school on April 26th and only students passing all classes can attend. Tickets are 5 dollars, please see Mr. McGarry for more information. Attention students: Those of you that signed up for the IMS cleanup. Be prepared for Wednesday and Thursday this week. Dress appropriately as you may get a little dirty. Teachers: you will be notified of who will be participating in this event. Garden Club Members, we need your help! Sign up for the ISELIN LIBRARY GARDEN clean up on April 27th. Earn community service hours. The green slip is in guidance. Art Club is canceled today Attention Chess Club members, the sign up sheet for tomorrow’s meeting will be posted today after school at 3pm Dance Company members please check Google Classroom for the updated schedule Community Council is hosting a Luau on Thursday, May 2 from 6-8pm for $8. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip. Today’s quote comes from Havelock Ellis: “The art of living is a fine mingling of letting go and holding on.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Monday, April 15 Today is an A Day Today is National Titanic Remembrance Day. Today is the first day of Q4. Tickets are on sale to come and watch the kids vs cops dodgeball tournaments. The tournament will be during school on April 26th and only students passing all classes can attend. Tickets are 5 dollars, please see Mr. McGarry for more information. Attention students: Those of you that signed up for the IMS cleanup. Be prepared for Wednesday and Thursday this week. Dress appropriately as you may get a little dirty. Teachers: you will be notified of who will be participating in this event. Garden Club Members, we need your help! Sign up for the ISELIN LIBRARY GARDEN clean up on April 27th. Earn community service hours. The green slip is in guidance. Attention Sidekicks- please make sure to hand in your permission slips for the Sidekicks Lunch to Ms. Rodriguez. Today’s quote comes from Thomas Jefferson: “The boisterous sea of liberty is never without a wave.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Friday, April 12, 2024 Today is a B Day. Today we celebrate National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day. Attention Garden Club Members! The Iselin Library needs your help! Join Mrs. Weber and Ms. Olarte on Saturday, April 27th to clean up the garden for the blind. Grab a green form from guidance and return it to Ms. Olarte in room 603 as soon as possible. Spring is here! Don’t forget the Garden Club is having a plant sale. All the information is on the IMS website. Last day for orders is April 18th! Today’s quote comes from Alber Pike: “We have all the light we need, we just need to put it in practice.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Thursday, April 11, 2024 Today is an A Day. Today we celebrate National Pet Day. The Self Love & Mental Health club will be meeting tomorrow after school in room 122. Please see Ms. Pearce if you have any questions. Sports Team pictures will be tomorrow, April 12th; you must have your team jersey for the pictures. Guitar Club will meet today in the Apple Bar Esports practice will be held today in room 505. If any 8th grader is interested in trying out for the JFK spirit or competition cheerleading and DANCE teams in early June, there will be a meeting before school at 7:45 on April 12th in room 117. All tryout information will be provided at the meeting as well as the Google Classroom code. Please make every effort to attend. Attention Garden Club Members! Help refresh the garden at Iselin Library on Saturday, April 27th. Grab a green form from guidance and return it to Ms. Olarte, room 603. Spring is here! Don’t forget the Garden Club is having a plant sale. All the information is on the IMS website. Last day for orders is April 18th! Drama club will be meeting in the cafeteria today after school! 7th and 8th grade Art Club is today afterschool Today’s quote comes from Leo Buscaglia: “Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its joy.”