Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today is Mr. DeLuca’s birthday - please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday
Today we celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day.
Baritone Boys from Choir will meet after school today in room 604.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
Interested in Volunteering with IMS Clean Up Day check out the google classroom for announcements or stop by the Guidance Office for a permission slip .
Mother’s Day Plant Sale will take place on May 5th and all orders are due by April 20th . Order forms can be dropped off to Mrs Pafumi-Libitz in guidance .
Choir rehearsal is cancelled for tomorrow morning. Repeat, no choir rehearsal tomorrow morning. Enjoy your Discovery Day.
Today’s quote comes from Alphonse Karr: “The more things change, the more they are the same.
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today is Mr. DeLuca’s birthday - please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday
Today we celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day.
Baritone Boys from Choir will meet after school today in room 604.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
Interested in Volunteering with IMS Clean Up Day check out the google classroom for announcements or stop by the Guidance Office for a permission slip .
Mother’s Day Plant Sale will take place on May 5th and all orders are due by April 20th . Order forms can be dropped off to Mrs Pafumi-Libitz in guidance .
Choir rehearsal is cancelled for tomorrow morning. Repeat, no choir rehearsal tomorrow morning. Enjoy your Discovery Day.
Today’s quote comes from Alphonse Karr: “The more things change, the more they are the same.
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate April Fool’s Day.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
There is no Art Club today.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Interested in Volunteering with IMS Clean Up Day check out the google classroom for announcements or stop by the Guidance Office for a permission slip .
Mother’s Day Plant Sale will take place on May 5th and all orders are due by April 20th . Order forms can be dropped off to Mrs Pafumi-Libitz in guidance .
Today marks the first day of Autism Acceptance Month! Let’s celebrate differences and show kindness, respect, and inclusion to everyone.
Today’s quote comes from Willa Cather: “Where there is great love, there are always wishes.”
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate April Fool’s Day.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
There is no Art Club today.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Interested in Volunteering with IMS Clean Up Day check out the google classroom for announcements or stop by the Guidance Office for a permission slip .
Mother’s Day Plant Sale will take place on May 5th and all orders are due by April 20th . Order forms can be dropped off to Mrs Pafumi-Libitz in guidance .
Today marks the first day of Autism Acceptance Month! Let’s celebrate differences and show kindness, respect, and inclusion to everyone.
Today’s quote comes from Willa Cather: “Where there is great love, there are always wishes.”
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Crayon Day.
Attention Mr. McGann’s period 1 class - report to room 313 NOT 117.
There is NO Trivia Challenge Club meeting today
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in Room 505.
STEM club will tomorrow in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in room 305.
All Dance Company members please check Google Classroom!
The Mother’s Day Plant Sale has officially started . Students stop by the Guidance office or the cafe to pick up an order form . All orders are due by Monday April 20th .
Tomorrow is the last day to prepay for the Spring Fling on Thursday. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to secure your spot!
Locker clean out Friday - start cleaning your things out now so you don’t have that much to take home or throw out then.
Today’s quote comes from Maya Angelou: “Each time a woman stands up for herself, she stands up for all women.”
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Crayon Day.
Attention Mr. McGann’s period 1 class - report to room 313 NOT 117.
There is NO Trivia Challenge Club meeting today
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in Room 505.
STEM club will tomorrow in room 306.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet Thursday after school in room 305.
All Dance Company members please check Google Classroom!
The Mother’s Day Plant Sale has officially started . Students stop by the Guidance office or the cafe to pick up an order form . All orders are due by Monday April 20th .
Tomorrow is the last day to prepay for the Spring Fling on Thursday. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher to secure your spot!
Locker clean out Friday - start cleaning your things out now so you don’t have that much to take home or throw out then.
Today’s quote comes from Maya Angelou: “Each time a woman stands up for herself, she stands up for all women.”
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, March 30, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Pencil Day.
Gaming club is cancelled for tomorrow.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school on Wednesday, April 1st in Room 505.
There is no Chess Club this week
Attention Sidekicks, permission slips for the luncheon are due. Please be sure to turn them in if you would like to attend.
Congratulations to our Women’s History Month Spirit Week winners! 6th grader Thigazhini Tamilselvan, 7th grader Aarvi Chaudhari, and 8th grader Tanveer Singh!
The Mother’s Day Plant Sale has officially started . Students stop by the Guidance office or the cafe to pick up an order form . All orders are due by Monday April 20th .
Today’s quote comes from Amanda Gorman: "There's a lot at stake, but making a difference always takes great courage".
Monday, March 30, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Pencil Day.
Gaming club is cancelled for tomorrow.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school on Wednesday, April 1st in Room 505.
There is no Chess Club this week
Attention Sidekicks, permission slips for the luncheon are due. Please be sure to turn them in if you would like to attend.
Congratulations to our Women’s History Month Spirit Week winners! 6th grader Thigazhini Tamilselvan, 7th grader Aarvi Chaudhari, and 8th grader Tanveer Singh!
The Mother’s Day Plant Sale has officially started . Students stop by the Guidance office or the cafe to pick up an order form . All orders are due by Monday April 20th .
Today’s quote comes from Amanda Gorman: "There's a lot at stake, but making a difference always takes great courage".
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, March 27, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Joe Day.
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00 am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
7th and 8th grade girls who have submitted their physicals to try out for volleyball, this is a friendly reminder that tryouts will be held after school on Monday in the gym.
Get ready for the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 from 6-8pm. Bring your signed permission slip and $7 to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible.
Today’s quote comes from Gloria Steinem: "Feminism has never been about getting a job for one woman. It's about making life more fair for women everywhere"
Friday, March 27, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Joe Day.
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00 am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
7th and 8th grade girls who have submitted their physicals to try out for volleyball, this is a friendly reminder that tryouts will be held after school on Monday in the gym.
Get ready for the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 from 6-8pm. Bring your signed permission slip and $7 to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible.
Today’s quote comes from Gloria Steinem: "Feminism has never been about getting a job for one woman. It's about making life more fair for women everywhere"
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Epilepsy Awareness Day.
6th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day!
Dance Company is canceled today.
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
Have you gotten your tickets for the Spring Fling yet? Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher, and get ready to dance the night away!
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is to wear white to honor suffragists.
Today’s quote comes from the first Black woman in Congress, Shirley Chisolm: “Tremendous amounts of talent are lost to our society because that talent wears a skirt.”
Have a great day IMS
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Epilepsy Awareness Day.
6th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day!
Dance Company is canceled today.
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
Have you gotten your tickets for the Spring Fling yet? Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher, and get ready to dance the night away!
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is to wear white to honor suffragists.
Today’s quote comes from the first Black woman in Congress, Shirley Chisolm: “Tremendous amounts of talent are lost to our society because that talent wears a skirt.”
Have a great day IMS
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate Manatee Appreciation Day.
Yesterday was Mrs. Celano’s birthday. Let’s wish her a Happy Belated Birthday
Attention Ms. Popino’s Period 1 class, please report to room 308
7th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day! 6th graders, be ready to register tomorrow!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school today in room 505.
The next mock trial club meeting will take place today after school in room 122
Fashion Club will meet today in room 409
Stem Club will meet today in room 306.
Chess club will meet today after school in room 121
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
Join Community Council at the last dance of the year - The Spring Fling! Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible to save your spot.
This is a reminder for IMS students to check the Boredom Bench Google Classroom for some important updates.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Super Heroine Day! Dress as female superheroes or fictional characters.
Today’s quote comes from Melinda Gates: "A woman with a voice is, by definition, a strong woman".
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate Manatee Appreciation Day.
Yesterday was Mrs. Celano’s birthday. Let’s wish her a Happy Belated Birthday
Attention Ms. Popino’s Period 1 class, please report to room 308
7th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day! 6th graders, be ready to register tomorrow!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school today in room 505.
The next mock trial club meeting will take place today after school in room 122
Fashion Club will meet today in room 409
Stem Club will meet today in room 306.
Chess club will meet today after school in room 121
The first cross country practice will be next Monday at 7:00am in the gym. Please arrive with running clothes and be on time. Only those with a submitted physical should attend.
Join Community Council at the last dance of the year - The Spring Fling! Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible to save your spot.
This is a reminder for IMS students to check the Boredom Bench Google Classroom for some important updates.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Super Heroine Day! Dress as female superheroes or fictional characters.
Today’s quote comes from Melinda Gates: "A woman with a voice is, by definition, a strong woman".
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day.
Congratulations to the boys and girls bowling team for winning their 1st round playoff games against Colonia and Woodbridge. They will both be playing Avenel today after school in the semifinal. Good Luck!!!
Dance Company is cancelled today after school! Please check Google Classroom.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
8th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day! 7th graders, be ready to register tomorrow!
It’s trivia time! Which famous doll was introduced to the world in March 1959? If you guessed Barbie, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in room 505. Please see Chemistry Google Classroom for more details.
Chess club will meet tomorrow after school tomorrow, the signup sheet will be posted at the end of the day today.
The next mock trial club meeting will take place tomorrow Wednesday March 25th after school in room 122
Fashion Club will meet this week on Wednesday March 25th in room 409 Bring your designs if you have something to show.
Stem Club will meet this week on Wednesday March 25th in room 306
Tickets for the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 are on sale for $7. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Role Model Day! Dress like a woman who inspires you.
Today’s quote comes from Eleanor Roosevelt: "Well-behaved women rarely make history".
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day.
Congratulations to the boys and girls bowling team for winning their 1st round playoff games against Colonia and Woodbridge. They will both be playing Avenel today after school in the semifinal. Good Luck!!!
Dance Company is cancelled today after school! Please check Google Classroom.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled today.
8th graders! You can now register for discovery day! Use the new link posted on your grade level google classroom and register for two workshops by the end of the day! 7th graders, be ready to register tomorrow!
It’s trivia time! Which famous doll was introduced to the world in March 1959? If you guessed Barbie, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in room 505. Please see Chemistry Google Classroom for more details.
Chess club will meet tomorrow after school tomorrow, the signup sheet will be posted at the end of the day today.
The next mock trial club meeting will take place tomorrow Wednesday March 25th after school in room 122
Fashion Club will meet this week on Wednesday March 25th in room 409 Bring your designs if you have something to show.
Stem Club will meet this week on Wednesday March 25th in room 306
Tickets for the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 are on sale for $7. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Role Model Day! Dress like a woman who inspires you.
Today’s quote comes from Eleanor Roosevelt: "Well-behaved women rarely make history".
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, March 23, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Chip and Dip Day.
Reminder to all 7th grade Honor Society Candidates- We have a meeting today in the cafeteria at the beginning of period 1. Check in with your
period 1 teacher and then walk quietly to the cafe to find out about how to be an Honor Society member.
It’s trivia time! What is the official flower of March? The correct answer is daffodil! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 3/24 after school in Room 417!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school this Wednesday in room 505. Please see Chemistry Google Classroom for more details.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled tomorrow.
Attention 8th graders! Remember to take a look at the discovery day website. You will be the first to register for workshops tomorrow during homeroom!
The next mock trial club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 25th afterschool in room 122.
There will be no Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee meeting this week.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Future So Bright! Wear sunglasses and dress for your future career.
Today’s quote comes from writer and activist, Audre Lorde: "When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less important whether or not I am unafraid."
Monday, March 23, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Chip and Dip Day.
Reminder to all 7th grade Honor Society Candidates- We have a meeting today in the cafeteria at the beginning of period 1. Check in with your
period 1 teacher and then walk quietly to the cafe to find out about how to be an Honor Society member.
It’s trivia time! What is the official flower of March? The correct answer is daffodil! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 3/24 after school in Room 417!
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school this Wednesday in room 505. Please see Chemistry Google Classroom for more details.
8th grade math extra help is cancelled tomorrow.
Attention 8th graders! Remember to take a look at the discovery day website. You will be the first to register for workshops tomorrow during homeroom!
The next mock trial club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 25th afterschool in room 122.
There will be no Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee meeting this week.
Tomorrow’s theme for our Women’s History Month Spirit Week is Future So Bright! Wear sunglasses and dress for your future career.
Today’s quote comes from writer and activist, Audre Lorde: "When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less important whether or not I am unafraid."
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Let’s Laugh Day.
Baritone guys of choir will meet today after school in room 604 with Mr. T. There are no late buses.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is tomorrow. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due tomorrow Friday March 20th.
Community Council is hosting the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 from 6-8 pm. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible to secure your spot.
Our last Discovery Day of the year is coming up! The website will be posted in your grade level Google Classroom tomorrow morning—make sure to check it out and start planning! 8th grade, you’re up first to pick on Monday, followed by 7th and then 6th—don’t forget, you get to choose 2 workshops!
Today’s quote comes from Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Malala Yousafzai: "I raise up my voice — not so I can shout but so that those without a voice can be heard ... We cannot succeed when half of us are held back."
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Let’s Laugh Day.
Baritone guys of choir will meet today after school in room 604 with Mr. T. There are no late buses.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is tomorrow. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due tomorrow Friday March 20th.
Community Council is hosting the Spring Fling on Thursday, April 2 from 6-8 pm. Bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible to secure your spot.
Our last Discovery Day of the year is coming up! The website will be posted in your grade level Google Classroom tomorrow morning—make sure to check it out and start planning! 8th grade, you’re up first to pick on Monday, followed by 7th and then 6th—don’t forget, you get to choose 2 workshops!
Today’s quote comes from Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Malala Yousafzai: "I raise up my voice — not so I can shout but so that those without a voice can be heard ... We cannot succeed when half of us are held back."
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Awkward Moments Day.
Mock Trial Club meeting will take place today after school in room 122.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Chemistry Club will meet after school today in Room 505.
Art club will meet after school today in the art room
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121.
Attention Community Council Members: Please check Google Classroom about today’s upcoming meeting.
Dance Company “Lean On Me” rehearsal after school today till 3:50PM
The Spring Fling is almost here! Bring $7 to your homeroom teacher to get your tickets. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Fashion Club today! Come with your ideas and plan for a fashion show! Room 409.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is this Friday, March 20th. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Did you know that in 2020, Chris Nikic made history as the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon? Help celebrate accomplishments like these by purchasing a pair of mismatched socks for $5. Make sure to wear them tomorrow when IMS celebrates World Down Syndrome Day. Socks are available for purchase in the main office during all lunch periods.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due this Friday March 20th.
Today’s quote comes from the first female publisher of a major U.S. newspaper, Katharine Graham: “The longer I live, the more I observe that carrying around anger is the most debilitating to the person who bears it.”
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Awkward Moments Day.
Mock Trial Club meeting will take place today after school in room 122.
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Chemistry Club will meet after school today in Room 505.
Art club will meet after school today in the art room
Chess Club will meet today after school in room 121.
Attention Community Council Members: Please check Google Classroom about today’s upcoming meeting.
Dance Company “Lean On Me” rehearsal after school today till 3:50PM
The Spring Fling is almost here! Bring $7 to your homeroom teacher to get your tickets. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Fashion Club today! Come with your ideas and plan for a fashion show! Room 409.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is this Friday, March 20th. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Did you know that in 2020, Chris Nikic made history as the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon? Help celebrate accomplishments like these by purchasing a pair of mismatched socks for $5. Make sure to wear them tomorrow when IMS celebrates World Down Syndrome Day. Socks are available for purchase in the main office during all lunch periods.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due this Friday March 20th.
Today’s quote comes from the first female publisher of a major U.S. newspaper, Katharine Graham: “The longer I live, the more I observe that carrying around anger is the most debilitating to the person who bears it.”
Here are today’s announcements Tuesday, March 17, 2026:
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Attention Community Council members: please see Google Classroom regarding an upcoming meeting.
There is NO Trivia Challenge Club meeting today.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is this Friday, March 20th. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Attention Sidekicks, today you have your last training from 1:50 PM - 3:50 PM.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Fashion Club will meet in 409 tomorrow. Check google classroom for updates
The Chemistry Club will meet after school tomorrow in Room 505.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 18th after school in room 122.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due this Friday March 20th.
Have you gotten your ticket for the Spring Fling yet? There is still time - bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP, and we will see you on Thursday, April 2, at 6 pm!
There is no Panther PRIDE Committee this week.
Did you know World Down Syndrome Day was first observed in 2006, and was later recognized by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011? Help continue the mission to spread awareness by purchasing mismatched socks for $5 and then wearing them to school on Thursday to celebrate. Socks are available for purchase in the main office during all lunch periods.
Today’s quote comes from American women’s rights activist, Susan B. Anthony: "Woman must not depend upon the protection of man, but must be taught to protect herself."
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Attention Community Council members: please see Google Classroom regarding an upcoming meeting.
There is NO Trivia Challenge Club meeting today.
The last day to donate crayons to the Crayon Initiative is this Friday, March 20th. Crayons can be donated in the cafeteria or with Mr. Romano in room 516.
Attention Sidekicks, today you have your last training from 1:50 PM - 3:50 PM.
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Fashion Club will meet in 409 tomorrow. Check google classroom for updates
The Chemistry Club will meet after school tomorrow in Room 505.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 18th after school in room 122.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due this Friday March 20th.
Have you gotten your ticket for the Spring Fling yet? There is still time - bring $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher ASAP, and we will see you on Thursday, April 2, at 6 pm!
There is no Panther PRIDE Committee this week.
Did you know World Down Syndrome Day was first observed in 2006, and was later recognized by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011? Help continue the mission to spread awareness by purchasing mismatched socks for $5 and then wearing them to school on Thursday to celebrate. Socks are available for purchase in the main office during all lunch periods.
Today’s quote comes from American women’s rights activist, Susan B. Anthony: "Woman must not depend upon the protection of man, but must be taught to protect herself."
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, March 16, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Panda Day.
Select Choir will meet after school today in room 604 until 4:00. There are no late buses.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 18th after school in room 122.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due this Friday March 20th.
Congratulations to this year Pi Digit Champion - 6th grader Arvi Patel and the pie eating competition champion - 8th grader Krishna Patel
Today’s quote comes from singer, songwriter, and philanthropist, Dolly Parton: "Find out who you are and do it on purpose."
Monday, March 16, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Panda Day.
Select Choir will meet after school today in room 604 until 4:00. There are no late buses.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 18th after school in room 122.
Attention all 8th graders; this is just a reminder that permission forms and payment for the IMS Class of 2026 boat trip dance and beach trip are due this Friday March 20th.
Congratulations to this year Pi Digit Champion - 6th grader Arvi Patel and the pie eating competition champion - 8th grader Krishna Patel
Today’s quote comes from singer, songwriter, and philanthropist, Dolly Parton: "Find out who you are and do it on purpose."
Here are today's announcements for Friday, March 13, 2026:
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National K-9 Veteran’s Day.
Congratulations to the Boys Bowling Team for beating Colonia Middle School yesterday. High Games by RJ, Dan, Billy and Chavisse.
Dance Company rehearsal today after school for Million Dreams.
Attention Sidekicks, just a reminder that our last training is on Tuesday. You will need to stay after-school. Our last elementary school visit is on Wednesday.
Chemistry Club will be meeting Wednesday, March 18th. Please see Google Classroom for important information!
Did you know Down Syndrome is named after the English doctor, John Langdon Down, who was the first to categorize the common features of people with the condition? Help IMS celebrate World Down Syndrome Day by purchasing a pair of mixed matched for $5. Socks are available for purchase in the main office during all lunch periods.
Get your tickets and join Community Council at the Spring Fling on Thursday April 2 from 6-8pm. Just $7 gets you into IMS’s last dance of the school year. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
Today’s quote comes from gymnast and four-time Olympic gold medalist, Simone Biles: “To go out there and prove what I can do has taught me a lot about who I am. We can push ourselves further. We always have more to give.”
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National K-9 Veteran’s Day.
Congratulations to the Boys Bowling Team for beating Colonia Middle School yesterday. High Games by RJ, Dan, Billy and Chavisse.
Dance Company rehearsal today after school for Million Dreams.
Attention Sidekicks, just a reminder that our last training is on Tuesday. You will need to stay after-school. Our last elementary school visit is on Wednesday.
Chemistry Club will be meeting Wednesday, March 18th. Please see Google Classroom for important information!
Did you know Down Syndrome is named after the English doctor, John Langdon Down, who was the first to categorize the common features of people with the condition? Help IMS celebrate World Down Syndrome Day by purchasing a pair of mixed matched for $5. Socks are available for purchase in the main office during all lunch periods.
Get your tickets and join Community Council at the Spring Fling on Thursday April 2 from 6-8pm. Just $7 gets you into IMS’s last dance of the school year. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
Today’s quote comes from gymnast and four-time Olympic gold medalist, Simone Biles: “To go out there and prove what I can do has taught me a lot about who I am. We can push ourselves further. We always have more to give.”
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Working Mom’s Day.
Today’s quote comes from the first American woman to fly in space, Sally Ride: “All adventures — especially into new territory — are scary."
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Working Mom’s Day.
Today’s quote comes from the first American woman to fly in space, Sally Ride: “All adventures — especially into new territory — are scary."
Here are today’s announcements
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day.
Today we have two birthdays at IMS - Mrs. Pafumi-Libitz & Mr. Hall. Please join me in wishing them both a very happy birthday.
Did you get tickets to the Spring Fling yet? Don’t wait - tickets are on sale now for the last dance of the year! See the IMS website for more information and to print your slips.
Dance Company rehearsal after school today for Waka Waka & Vivir Mi Vida
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Fashion Club today in room 409
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place today after school in room 122.
8th grade math extra help is canceled today
Socks for World Down Syndrome Day are on sale in the main office. Each pair is $5, and the proceeds go to support families living with Down Syndrome.
Today’s quote comes from music artist Rihanna: “There's something so special about a woman who dominates in a man's world. It takes a certain grace, strength, intelligence, fearlessness, and the nerve to never take no for an answer".
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day.
Today we have two birthdays at IMS - Mrs. Pafumi-Libitz & Mr. Hall. Please join me in wishing them both a very happy birthday.
Did you get tickets to the Spring Fling yet? Don’t wait - tickets are on sale now for the last dance of the year! See the IMS website for more information and to print your slips.
Dance Company rehearsal after school today for Waka Waka & Vivir Mi Vida
STEM club will meet today in room 306.
Fashion Club today in room 409
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place today after school in room 122.
8th grade math extra help is canceled today
Socks for World Down Syndrome Day are on sale in the main office. Each pair is $5, and the proceeds go to support families living with Down Syndrome.
Today’s quote comes from music artist Rihanna: “There's something so special about a woman who dominates in a man's world. It takes a certain grace, strength, intelligence, fearlessness, and the nerve to never take no for an answer".
Here are today’s announcements
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Mario Day.
Attention Mrs. Malleck’s period 6 class - please report to 412 not the gym and Ms. Evans per 1 class report to the cafeteria, not the gym.
Dance Company: Check Google Classroom!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. The committee will meet today after school in room 305.
Guitar club will meet today after school in room 418.
It’s trivia time! March is named after which Roman god of war? If you guessed Mars, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
Today’s Geography club meeting is cancelled. Check Google Classroom for the next meeting.
Grade 8 interested in football next year at JFK! There will be a meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 am in 117 with Coach Nyers.
Chess Club will meet tomorrow in room 121, please fill out the sign-up form before attending
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Fashion Club will meet on Wednesday March 11 in room 409. Check our classroom for updates. Bring your designs for fashion show too!
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 11th after school in room 122.
There is a mandatory National Junior Honor Society meeting after school on Wednesday, March 11 in Room 117. All members must attend.
REMEMBER To get your colors ready for Friday - Grade 8 Black, Grade 7 Green, Grade 6 White! And get ready to decorate - Grade 8 Panther pride Doors, gr 7 your next year yearbook cover, grade 6 your panel! Let’s go!!!!
All students who signed up for this year’s Pi Digit challenge need to see Mr. Romano with the pass they were given during their lunch today in room 516 for round 1 of the competition.
Today’s quote comes from one of the first Black women to work as a NASA mathematician, Katherine Johnson: "Girls are capable of doing everything men are capable of doing. Sometimes they have more imagination than men."
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Today is an A Day
Today we celebrate National Mario Day.
Attention Mrs. Malleck’s period 6 class - please report to 412 not the gym and Ms. Evans per 1 class report to the cafeteria, not the gym.
Dance Company: Check Google Classroom!
Panther P.R.I.D.E. The committee will meet today after school in room 305.
Guitar club will meet today after school in room 418.
It’s trivia time! March is named after which Roman god of war? If you guessed Mars, you’re correct! See you at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting today after school in Room 417!
Today’s Geography club meeting is cancelled. Check Google Classroom for the next meeting.
Grade 8 interested in football next year at JFK! There will be a meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 am in 117 with Coach Nyers.
Chess Club will meet tomorrow in room 121, please fill out the sign-up form before attending
STEM club will meet tomorrow in room 306.
Fashion Club will meet on Wednesday March 11 in room 409. Check our classroom for updates. Bring your designs for fashion show too!
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 11th after school in room 122.
There is a mandatory National Junior Honor Society meeting after school on Wednesday, March 11 in Room 117. All members must attend.
REMEMBER To get your colors ready for Friday - Grade 8 Black, Grade 7 Green, Grade 6 White! And get ready to decorate - Grade 8 Panther pride Doors, gr 7 your next year yearbook cover, grade 6 your panel! Let’s go!!!!
All students who signed up for this year’s Pi Digit challenge need to see Mr. Romano with the pass they were given during their lunch today in room 516 for round 1 of the competition.
Today’s quote comes from one of the first Black women to work as a NASA mathematician, Katherine Johnson: "Girls are capable of doing everything men are capable of doing. Sometimes they have more imagination than men."
Here are today’s announcements
Monday, March 9, 2026
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Napping Day.
Today is Mr. Schmidt’s birthday - please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
It’s trivia time! The first St. Patrick’s Day parade took place in which state? The correct answer is Florida! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 3/10 after school in Room 417.
Select Choir will meet today after school in room 604 until 4:00 pm.
Guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
There is a mandatory National Junior Honor Society meeting after school on Wednesday, March 11 in Room 117. All members must attend.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 11th afterschool in room 122.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
In honor of Women's History Month, outside each female staff member's door will be a piece of purple construction paper with her name and a sunflower (the flower of the women's suffrage movement). Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to write positive words or words of encouragement/affirmation to recognize, highlight, and show appreciation for our female staff members.
Today’s quote comes from comedian and actor, Amy Schumer: “I know my worth. I embrace my power. I say if I'm beautiful. I say if I'm strong. You will not determine my story. I will."
Monday, March 9, 2026
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Napping Day.
Today is Mr. Schmidt’s birthday - please join me in wishing him a very happy birthday.
It’s trivia time! The first St. Patrick’s Day parade took place in which state? The correct answer is Florida! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 3/10 after school in Room 417.
Select Choir will meet today after school in room 604 until 4:00 pm.
Guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 418 after school.
There is a mandatory National Junior Honor Society meeting after school on Wednesday, March 11 in Room 117. All members must attend.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Wednesday March 11th afterschool in room 122.
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet tomorrow after school in room 305.
In honor of Women's History Month, outside each female staff member's door will be a piece of purple construction paper with her name and a sunflower (the flower of the women's suffrage movement). Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to write positive words or words of encouragement/affirmation to recognize, highlight, and show appreciation for our female staff members.
Today’s quote comes from comedian and actor, Amy Schumer: “I know my worth. I embrace my power. I say if I'm beautiful. I say if I'm strong. You will not determine my story. I will."
Here are today’s announcements
Friday, March 6, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate “National Speech and Debate Education Day.”
Do you like football? Do you want to play football? Grade 8 students interested in playing football at Kennedy this fall: there will be a meeting Wednesday morning to meet Coach Nyers at 7:45 in Room 117
ARE YOU READY TO DRAW & DECORATE? Gr 8 show IMS pride on your doors and your grade level color is BLACK, gr 7 design next year’s yearbook cover and wear GREEN, gr 6 make your panel and wear WHITE next Friday!
It’s trivia time! On this day in 1924, the Egyptian government opened the tomb of which ruler? The correct answer is King Tut! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 3/10 after school in Room 417!
Attention Community Council Members: Please check Google Classroom for an upcoming project we need your help with!
Did you know Madeline Stuart is known for being the world’s first professional model with Down Syndrome? Help IMS celebrate the successes of those with Down Syndrome by purchasing socks to help raise awareness for the disorder. Socks are $5 a pair and are available during all lunch periods.
Get your ticket for the Spring Fling by bringing $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher. Presale ends Tuesday 3/17. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from journalist and activist Gloria Steinem: “The future depends entirely on what each of us does every day. After all, a movement is only people moving."
Friday, March 6, 2026
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate “National Speech and Debate Education Day.”
Do you like football? Do you want to play football? Grade 8 students interested in playing football at Kennedy this fall: there will be a meeting Wednesday morning to meet Coach Nyers at 7:45 in Room 117
ARE YOU READY TO DRAW & DECORATE? Gr 8 show IMS pride on your doors and your grade level color is BLACK, gr 7 design next year’s yearbook cover and wear GREEN, gr 6 make your panel and wear WHITE next Friday!
It’s trivia time! On this day in 1924, the Egyptian government opened the tomb of which ruler? The correct answer is King Tut! Join us at the Trivia Challenge Club meeting on Tuesday 3/10 after school in Room 417!
Attention Community Council Members: Please check Google Classroom for an upcoming project we need your help with!
Did you know Madeline Stuart is known for being the world’s first professional model with Down Syndrome? Help IMS celebrate the successes of those with Down Syndrome by purchasing socks to help raise awareness for the disorder. Socks are $5 a pair and are available during all lunch periods.
Get your ticket for the Spring Fling by bringing $7 and a signed permission slip to your homeroom teacher. Presale ends Tuesday 3/17. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from journalist and activist Gloria Steinem: “The future depends entirely on what each of us does every day. After all, a movement is only people moving."
Here are today’s announcements
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate “National Cheese Doodle Day.”
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
There is a mandatory National Junior Honor Society meeting after school on Wednesday, March 11 in Room 117. All members must attend.
Get ready! Door decorating, yearbook cover ideas and panel ideas to leave your mark at IMS! Next Friday - March 13 is the day!
Baritone choir guys will meet today after school today in 604.
Did you know that community support groups play an essential role in helping individuals with Down Syndrome and their families lead fulfilling lives? Help IMS support these organizations by purchasing a pair of mismatched socks for $5 during your lunch period. Wear those socks to school on Thursday, March 19 to help raise awareness for World Down Syndrome Day.
Join Community Council at the Spring Fling on Thursday April 2 from 6-8pm. Bring your signed permission slip and $7 to your homeroom teacher by Tuesday 3/17 to receive a $1 voucher for the snack table. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from American suffragist and women’s rights activist Elizabeth Cady Stanton: "The history of the past is but one long struggle upward to equality."
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate “National Cheese Doodle Day.”
Panther P.R.I.D.E. Committee will meet today after school in room 305.
There is a mandatory National Junior Honor Society meeting after school on Wednesday, March 11 in Room 117. All members must attend.
Get ready! Door decorating, yearbook cover ideas and panel ideas to leave your mark at IMS! Next Friday - March 13 is the day!
Baritone choir guys will meet today after school today in 604.
Did you know that community support groups play an essential role in helping individuals with Down Syndrome and their families lead fulfilling lives? Help IMS support these organizations by purchasing a pair of mismatched socks for $5 during your lunch period. Wear those socks to school on Thursday, March 19 to help raise awareness for World Down Syndrome Day.
Join Community Council at the Spring Fling on Thursday April 2 from 6-8pm. Bring your signed permission slip and $7 to your homeroom teacher by Tuesday 3/17 to receive a $1 voucher for the snack table. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from American suffragist and women’s rights activist Elizabeth Cady Stanton: "The history of the past is but one long struggle upward to equality."