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.”
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, 9/10/25
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Swap Ideas Day.
Please get your choir form back to Mr. T. ASAP if you are joining the group and be ready to attend rehearsal on Friday morning at 7:30 am in the art room.
Dance Company interest meeting for 6th graders only tomorrow at 7:45AM in the cafeteria.
The presale for the Block Party is on! Want to be part of the fun on Friday, September 26? Bring in $10 and a signed permission slip to your Homeroom teacher by next Wednesday. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from Douglas Adams: “I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I intended to be.”
Wednesday, 9/10/25
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Swap Ideas Day.
Please get your choir form back to Mr. T. ASAP if you are joining the group and be ready to attend rehearsal on Friday morning at 7:30 am in the art room.
Dance Company interest meeting for 6th graders only tomorrow at 7:45AM in the cafeteria.
The presale for the Block Party is on! Want to be part of the fun on Friday, September 26? Bring in $10 and a signed permission slip to your Homeroom teacher by next Wednesday. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from Douglas Adams: “I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I intended to be.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, 9/9/25
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Teddy Bear Day.
If you attended the Choir General Interest Meeting this morning and want to join the choir, return your permission form to Mr. T. ASAP
Dance Company interest meeting for 6th graders only Thursday at 7:45AM in the cafeteria.
Interested in playing Rocket League or Smash Ultimate for the Iselin Middle School Esports team? Our Esports interest meeting happens tomorrow morning at 7:45 AM, in room 314.
All Mum Sale Orders are due to Mrs Pafumi today .
Today is a very special day for two of our teachers - please join us in wishing Mrs. Hilarczyk and Mrs. Wanko a very happy birthday.
As a reminder, if you have any paperwork for the Nurse, please give it to your homeroom teacher now
Today’s quote comes from Henry Miller: “The aim of life is to live, and to live means to be aware, joyously…, serenely, divinely aware.”
Tuesday, 9/9/25
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Teddy Bear Day.
If you attended the Choir General Interest Meeting this morning and want to join the choir, return your permission form to Mr. T. ASAP
Dance Company interest meeting for 6th graders only Thursday at 7:45AM in the cafeteria.
Interested in playing Rocket League or Smash Ultimate for the Iselin Middle School Esports team? Our Esports interest meeting happens tomorrow morning at 7:45 AM, in room 314.
All Mum Sale Orders are due to Mrs Pafumi today .
Today is a very special day for two of our teachers - please join us in wishing Mrs. Hilarczyk and Mrs. Wanko a very happy birthday.
As a reminder, if you have any paperwork for the Nurse, please give it to your homeroom teacher now
Today’s quote comes from Henry Miller: “The aim of life is to live, and to live means to be aware, joyously…, serenely, divinely aware.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, 9/8/25
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate Star Trek Day.
Do you want to show all of New Jersey how good you are at Super Smash Bros. Ultimate or Rocket League? Our Esports team will be holding an interest check meeting in room 314 before school on Wednesday, September 10th, at 7:45 AM.
Anyone wishing to order Mums or another fall plant, the deadline to turn in order forms is tomorrow.
Do you enjoy being outside, working with your hands, and making our school a more beautiful place? Then come join the Garden Club!
No experience is needed—just a love for nature and a positive attitude! You’ll help care for flowers, design garden spaces, and make our school bloom with color and creativity.
We will need members who can walk or get a ride home, on Monday, September 15 for the Mum sale. Afterward, regular meetings will begin October 7th. Interested? See Mrs. Pafumi-Libitz in the guidance office for a permission slip.
Join Community Council at the Block Party on Friday September 26! Bring $10 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP to get in on the fun. Presale ends Wednesday September 17. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
All girls interested in Softball should attend practice today after school. Athletes will need to have a way home at 5pm.
You might be surprised to learn that singing can improve your lung capacity and respiratory function by engaging your core and diaphragm muscles! Come to the General Interest Meeting for choir tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the art room to find out more about singing here at IMS!
Today’s quote comes from William Shakespeare: “It is not in the stars to hold our destiny, but in ourselves.”
Monday, 9/8/25
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate Star Trek Day.
Do you want to show all of New Jersey how good you are at Super Smash Bros. Ultimate or Rocket League? Our Esports team will be holding an interest check meeting in room 314 before school on Wednesday, September 10th, at 7:45 AM.
Anyone wishing to order Mums or another fall plant, the deadline to turn in order forms is tomorrow.
Do you enjoy being outside, working with your hands, and making our school a more beautiful place? Then come join the Garden Club!
No experience is needed—just a love for nature and a positive attitude! You’ll help care for flowers, design garden spaces, and make our school bloom with color and creativity.
We will need members who can walk or get a ride home, on Monday, September 15 for the Mum sale. Afterward, regular meetings will begin October 7th. Interested? See Mrs. Pafumi-Libitz in the guidance office for a permission slip.
Join Community Council at the Block Party on Friday September 26! Bring $10 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP to get in on the fun. Presale ends Wednesday September 17. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
All girls interested in Softball should attend practice today after school. Athletes will need to have a way home at 5pm.
You might be surprised to learn that singing can improve your lung capacity and respiratory function by engaging your core and diaphragm muscles! Come to the General Interest Meeting for choir tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the art room to find out more about singing here at IMS!
Today’s quote comes from William Shakespeare: “It is not in the stars to hold our destiny, but in ourselves.”
Here are today’s announcements:
Friday, 9/5/25
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Cheese Pizza Day.
Did you know that singing is an activity that releases endorphins and makes you feel happier? Any student who wants to find out more about singing here at IMS, please come to the choir general interest meeting on Tuesday morning at 7:30 am in the Art room.
There will be a meeting for those with G&T in their schedule in the cafeteria at 2:30pm. Students should go to the cafeteria prepared for dismissal.
Attention Ms. Popino’s per 6 class please report to room 604 not the stage.
Today’s quote comes from Mark Twain: “A person who won’t read has no advantage over one who can’t read.”
Friday, 9/5/25
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Cheese Pizza Day.
Did you know that singing is an activity that releases endorphins and makes you feel happier? Any student who wants to find out more about singing here at IMS, please come to the choir general interest meeting on Tuesday morning at 7:30 am in the Art room.
There will be a meeting for those with G&T in their schedule in the cafeteria at 2:30pm. Students should go to the cafeteria prepared for dismissal.
Attention Ms. Popino’s per 6 class please report to room 604 not the stage.
Today’s quote comes from Mark Twain: “A person who won’t read has no advantage over one who can’t read.”
Here are today’s announcements:
Thursday, 9/4/25
Today we celebrate National Wildlife Day.
There will be a baseball interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the gym. Please see Mr. McGarry with any questions.
If you have medication for the Nurse, please bring it to the Nurse’s office now.
If you have papers for the Nurse, please give them to your homeroom teacher.
Attention all girls in grades 6, 7 or 8 interested in joining softball - There will be an info meeting tomorrow morning at 7:40am in the gym. Please make every effort to attend.
I’ll bet you didn’t know that when we’re singing, sound comes out of our mouths at about 750 miles per hour! If you want to sing here at IMS, please attend our choir general interest meeting on Tuesday, September 9 at 7:30 am in the Art Room.
Today’s quote comes from John Burroughs: “Leap and the net will appear.”
Thursday, 9/4/25
Today we celebrate National Wildlife Day.
There will be a baseball interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the gym. Please see Mr. McGarry with any questions.
If you have medication for the Nurse, please bring it to the Nurse’s office now.
If you have papers for the Nurse, please give them to your homeroom teacher.
Attention all girls in grades 6, 7 or 8 interested in joining softball - There will be an info meeting tomorrow morning at 7:40am in the gym. Please make every effort to attend.
I’ll bet you didn’t know that when we’re singing, sound comes out of our mouths at about 750 miles per hour! If you want to sing here at IMS, please attend our choir general interest meeting on Tuesday, September 9 at 7:30 am in the Art Room.
Today’s quote comes from John Burroughs: “Leap and the net will appear.”