Iselin Middle School

Here are today’s announcements for: Wednesday, October 4, 2023 Today is a “B” day. Today we celebrate National Taco Day. As a reminder, there is a Garden Club interest meeting tomorrow after school in room 117. The interest meeting for the Panther Press will be held after school today in room 123. Reminder to all 7th and 8th graders interested in trying out for basketball and bowling, physicals are due NO LATER than tomorrow Thursday Oct 5th. No physical, no tryout The IMS 4 v 4 Soccer Tournament will be held on Thursday, October 12, so grab four friends to make a team. Permission slips and a roster can be found in the cafeteria. Turn in all paperwork and $10 to Mrs. Neilson or the main office by Tuesday, October 10th. Only the first eight teams who submit their fee and information will make it into the tournament. Esports practice will be held after school tomorrow, in room 505. Attendance is mandatory for all primaries and alternates, and optional for all other members. The IMS Honor Society is hosting a food drive this week. Please donate items like boxes of pasta or jars of tomato sauce. Thank you for your donations. Attention all students: The IMS Math Club is back! The club's purpose is to improve math facts and number sense through games and competitions. The club meets after school on Wednesdays in room 516. Interested in joining? See Mr. Romano for a permission slip. Today’s Week of Respect theme is “Respect for your Environment.” Respecting your environment means being conscious of how we use resources and energy so we can protect the earth; however, it also means paying attention to your environment at school. Are you making a mess, or cleaning up after yourself? Do you pick up trash that you see in the hall? Today, respect the environment around you to make our school a better place! Tomorrow for the Week of Respect/Inclusion is Togetherness Thursday! Wear IMS spirit gear or school colors! Today’s quote comes from Theodore Roosevelt: “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Tuesday, October 3, 2023 Today is an “A” day. Today we celebrate National Techies Day. Did you know IMS is home to a beautiful perennial butterfly garden? If that sounds nice, maybe joining the IMS Garden Club is for you. There is a Garden Club interest meeting Thursday 10/5 after school in room 117. Are you interested in joining the school newspaper? The Panther Press is holding an interest meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, after school in room 123. The IMS 4 v 4 Soccer Tournament is back on Thursday, October 12, so grab four friends to make a team. Permission slips and a roster can be found in the cafeteria. Turn in all paperwork and $10 to Mrs. Neilson or the main office by Tuesday, October 10th. Only the first eight teams who submit their fee and information will make it into the tournament. The IMS Honor Society is hosting a food drive this week. Please donate items like toothpaste, shampoo, and boxes of rice. Thank you for your support. Drama club will be meeting in the Art Room, today after school. Ms. Popino’s Dance 7 class please meet in the main lobby for class today. The Gaming Club interest meeting is today, after school, in room 117. The Lady Panthers lost a tight game to FMS yesterday 8-6. Bella Bernal pitched 3 innings allowing 3 runs and striking out 9. Stella Parry earned the Offensive game ball with a hit and a walk and Giselle Ortiz and Sophia Wegg each had RBIs. Celeste Pringle made a terrific catch in left to keep the game close in the 3rd inning. Reminder to all 7th and 8th graders interested in trying out for basketball and bowling, physicals are due NO LATER than Thursday Oct 5th. No physical, no tryout Today’s theme for Week of Respect/Inclusion is “Respect your Future.” While the future may seem far away, any adult in the school will tell you that it will be here sooner than you think. It’s never too early to dream, set goals and start to work towards them. Respect for your future begins with the goals you set and your respect for your learning! 6th graders, today, after school, astronomy club in room 506. Tomorrow for the Week of Respect/Inclusion: Put a cap on conflict! Wear a hat! Today’s quote comes from Audrey Hepburn: “Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m possible.’”

Here are today’s announcements for: Monday, October 2, 2023 Today is a “B” day. Today we celebrate National Smarties Day. Today is the Block Party! If you paid in advance you will receive a pass during homeroom. If you are paying today, keep your money and bring it with you on announcement. If you signed up to attend the Arts High Program presentation, you will be receiving a pass on Tuesday during homeroom. Do you like beautiful plants and flowers? Do you care about the earth and the environment? If so, maybe joining the IMS Garden Club is for you. We will have a Garden Club interest meeting this Thursday 10/5 after school in room 117. Select Choir will have rehearsal after school today in Room 604. If you were accepted into the Select choir, please attend today and have a plan for a ride home. No late buses! Reminder - There is a make up softball game today vs Fords at the JFK field. Game starts 4pm Late buses start tomorrow which means tomorrow is the first day of Gaming Club! Check out what we’re all about. The interest meeting is after school in room 117. You must have a ride home in order to attend. See Ms. Perla if you have any questions. The first Monday of October begins the Week of Respect/Inclusion! Each day we will be focusing on a different aspect of Respect. Today’s theme is “Respect Yourself.” Self-respect isn’t about being stuck up- it is very important in developing confidence and a positive attitude. If you respect yourself, then you will treat others with respect. Respect starts with you! Tomorrow for the Week of Respect/Inclusion: Keep the Peace! Wear tie-dye! Attention 6th grade students. Astronomy club meeting tomorrow after school in room 506. See Mrs. Senatore or Mr. DiNuzzo with any questions. Today’s quote comes from H. Jackson Brown, Jr.: “The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Friday, September 29, 2023 Today is an “A” day. Today is National Coffee Day. Monday begins the Week of Respect and Inclusion. To kick off the week, wear blue on Monday for bullying prevention! Beginning on Monday- The IMS Honor Society is hosting a food drive for our local food pantry. Please bring in boxes of pancake mix and pasta or cans of soup and vegetables. Hand in the non-perishable food items to your homeroom teacher and the Honor Society students will come around to collect the donations. Reminder that the Block Party has been moved to Monday. Snacks & dunk tank tickets will be available for purchase. If you have not pre-paid, bring a signed permission slip and $10 to school on Monday. Today’s quote comes from Henry David Thoreau: “It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Thursday, September 28, 2023 Today is a “B” day. Today is National Good Neighbor Day. Attention 6th grade students! Are you curious about all things space related? Then come to an interest meeting for the Astronomy Club next Tuesday, Oct. 3 after school in Room 506. See Mrs. Senatore or Mr. DiNuzzo in the 500 wing with any questions. Block Party has been pushed to Monday due to the weather. If still interested bring your money in! Today’s quote comes from Lao Tzu: “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Wednesday, September 27,2023 Today is an “A” day. Today is National Day of Forgiveness. Reminder for all 8th Grade Honor Society Students: Our first meeting is tomorrow morning at 7:40am in Room 117. All members must attend. There will be a bowling interest meeting tomorrow, Thursday September 28th in Room 506 @ 7:45. Gaming club is back! Do you have a love for games? Video games or board games. See what we’re all about. The first interest meeting will be Tuesday, October 3 after school in room 117. See Ms. Perla if you have any questions. Select Choir audition results will be posted later today. Today’s quote comes from Ellen Glasgow: “What happens is not as important as how you react to what happens.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 Today is a “B” day. Today is National Johnny Appleseed Day. Those interested in Drama Club, permission slips are due by Thursday September 28. If you are interested and have not received a permission slip, please see Ms. Calicchio on the stage. Tomorrow, wear the colors of Hispanic Heritage Month! Dress in bright colors such as red, orange, yellow, and green! Attention 6th grade students! Are you curious about all things space related? Then come to an interest meeting for the Astronomy Club next Tuesday, Oct. 3 after school in Room 506. See Mrs. Senatore or Mr. DiNuzzo in the 500 wing with any questions. Today’s quote comes from Johnny Kelly: “Autumn is my favorite season.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Monday, September 25, 2023 Today is an “A” Day. Today we celebrate National Family Day. Study Hall Starts on Monday, Oct 2nd in room 607 . You must bring your lunch if participating. You can sign up in your grade level google classroom . The first 15 students will be eligible for study hall. You must sign up the day before. Reminder: Money will not be collected for the Block Party until Friday. Please do not turn money in to your homeroom teacher. Select Choir will rehearse after school today in Room 604. If you auditioned by video, do not come to this rehearsal. You will find out later this week if you made it. The Lady Panthers Softball team opened their season on Friday against Avenel Middle. They played an outstanding game falling 10-9 in the bottom of the last inning. 7th grader Dhurti Patel turned a double play earning her the team’s defensive game ball. 7th grader Analise Brown earned the team’s offensive ball by getting 2 hits, including a double and scoring 3 times. 8th graders Jazlin Ortiz and Jaroly Alibrando both had a positive impact for the team. Today’s quote comes from Edward Teller: “The Science of today is the technology of tomorrow.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Friday, Sep 22, 2023 Today is a “B” Day Today we celebrate National States and Capitals Day. On Tuesday, October 3rd, an Arts High School representative will be coming to talk to any student who is interested in learning more about their program. The program is geared to students who are interested in working with a professional in the visual, literary, and performing arts and wants to improve in their chosen art form. If you are interested in meeting with the representative, please complete the form found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Attention 7th and 8th Graders, Physical forms for Winter Sports (Basketball & Bowling) are due by OCTOBER 5th. Visit the Athletics tab on the IMS website for the forms and more details Attention 7th and 8th graders. Iselin Middle School’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team needs you. We are looking to find students who are interested in continuing to make Iselin Middle School a welcoming place for all students. Interested students will participate in various events throughout the school year related to DEI. We will be accepting interested 6th graders in the near future. If you are interested, applications are found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Please sign up by this weekend to be able to participate in the first event. Attention 8th graders! IMS is currently accepting applications for 8th graders interested in being part of the Sidekicks program. We need 45 8th graders for this. If interested you must apply. 8th Grade Honor Society Students: We will have our first mandatory meeting on Thursday, September 28 at 7:40am in Room 117. Check out our Honor Society Google Classroom for more information. If you have not yet paid to attend the Block Party, please bring your money and permission slip next Friday. Pre-sale money is no longer being collected. For Monday’s spirit day, wear a Hispanic Heritage Month shirt! Today’s quote comes from Paul Tournier: “Sooner or later those who win are those who think they can.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Thursday, Sep 21, 2023 Today is an “A” Day Today we celebrate National Chai Day. Popcorn will be available for sale during lunch today, for $1 a bag. First come, first serve, while supplies last! Attention 7th and 8th Graders, Physical forms for Winter Sports (Basketball & Bowling) are due by OCTOBER 5th. Visit the Athletics tab on the IMS website for the forms and more details On Tuesday, October 3rd, an Arts High School representative will be coming to talk to any student who is interested in learning more about their program. The program is geared to students who are interested in working with a professional in the visual, literary, and performing arts and wants to improve in their chosen art form. If you are interested in meeting with the representative, please complete the form found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Attention 7th and 8th graders. Iselin Middle School’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team needs you. We are looking to find students who are interested in continuing to make Iselin Middle School a welcoming place for all students. Interested students will participate in various events throughout the school year related to DEI. We will be accepting interested 6th graders in the near future. If you are interested, applications are found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Please sign up by Friday to be able to participate in the first event. Attention 8th graders! IMS is currently accepting applications for 8th graders interested in being part of the Sidekicks program. We need 45 8th graders for this. If interested you must apply. Select Choir audition videos are due tomorrow by 11:59 pm. Submit via the choir google classroom. Regular choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the Art room. All choir members are expected to attend. Today’s quote comes from Sophocles: “Rather fail with honor than succeed by fraud.”

Wednesday, Sep 20, 2023 Today is a “B” Day Today we celebrate Pepperoni Pizza Day. Popcorn will be available for sale during lunch tomorrow, for $1 a bag. First come, first serve, while supplies last! Our first fall Esports match will be streamed today at 3:30 PM. See our Smash team in action at twitch.tv/iselinesports ! Attention 7th and 8th Graders, Physical forms for Winter Sports (Basketball & Bowling) are due by OCTOBER 5th. Visit the Athletics tab on the IMS website for the forms and more details Attention all band students, please pick up the Morning Band Rehearsal schedule located on a music stand outside of the band room. Morning rehearsals will start the week of October 16th! A reminder that permission slips for Middle School band day this Friday are due today to Mr. V. On Tuesday, October 3rd, an Arts High School representative will be coming to talk to any student who is interested in learning more about their program. It is for students who are interested in working with a professional in the visual, literary, and performing arts and wants to improve in their chosen art form. If you are interested, please complete the form found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Attention 7th and 8th graders. Iselin Middle School’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team needs you. We are looking to find students who are interested in continuing to make Iselin Middle School a welcoming place for all students. Interested students will participate in various events throughout the school year related to DEI. We will be accepting interested 6th graders in the near future. If you are interested, applications are found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Please sign up by Friday to be able to participate in the first event. Attention 8th graders! IMS is currently accepting applications for 8th graders interested in being part of the Sidekicks program. We need 45 8th graders for this. If interested you must apply. Are you interested in learning more about theater, both on and off stage? This is a reminder that there will be an interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45am in the cafeteria. Select choir auditions are open on the choir google classroom. The code is on Mr. T.’s google site. Audition videos are due by Friday. Today’s quote comes from Helen Keller: “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched- they must be felt with the heart.”

Here are today’s announcements for Tuesday, Sep 19, 2023: *Today is an “A” Day *Today we celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day. *Popcorn will be available for sale during lunch on Thursday, for $1 a bag. First come, first serve, while supplies last! *On Tuesday, October 3rd, an Arts High School representative will be coming to talk to any student who is interested in learning more about their program. The program is for those who are interested in working with a professional in the visual, literary, and performing arts and want to improve in their chosen art form. If you are interested in meeting with the representative, please complete the form found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. *7th and 8th graders the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team needs you. We are looking to find students who want to make Iselin Middle School a welcoming place for all students. You will participate in various events throughout the school year. applications are found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Please sign up by Friday to be able to participate in the first event. *Attention 8th graders! IMS is currently accepting applications for students who are interested in being part of the Sidekicks program. We need 45 8th graders for this. If interested you must apply. Applications are found in your grade’s Google Classroom. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, every Monday and Wednesday until the end of Hispanic Heritage Month there will be spirit days celebrating Hispanic heritage. *Tomorrow is Flag Day! Rep your flag! Wear items with a Hispanic flag on it or dress in its colors. *Today’s quote comes from Lyndon B. Johnson: “Yesterday is not ours to recover, but tomorrow is ours to win or lose.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Monday, Sep 18, 2023 Today is a “B” day. Today we celebrate the Air Force Birthday. Attention 8th graders! IMS is currently accepting applications for 8th graders interested in being part of the Sidekicks program. We need 45 8th graders for this. IF interested you must apply. Applications are found in your grade’s Google Classroom. On Tuesday, October 3rd, an Arts High School representative will be coming to talk to interested IMS students. The program is for students who want to work with a professional in the visual, literary, and performing arts and want to improve in their chosen art form. If you are interested in meeting with the representative, please complete the form found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Attention 7th and 8th graders. Iselin Middle School’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team needs you. We need students who are interested in continuing to make Iselin Middle School a welcoming place for all students. You will participate in various events throughout the school year related to DEI. We will be accepting interested 6th graders in the near future. Applications are found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Please sign up by Friday to be able to participate in the first event. Select Choir rehearsal will take place after school today in Room 604 until 4:00. There are no late buses. All students who were in Select Choir last year should attend rehearsal today. Regular choir rehearsal will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the art room. All choir members are expected to attend. Today’s quote comes from Confucius: “It does not matter how slow you go as long as you do not stop.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Friday, September 15, 2023 Today is an “A” Day Today is National Double Cheeseburger Day. Attention 7th and 8th graders. Iselin Middle School’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team needs you. We are looking to find students who are interested in continuing to make Iselin Middle School a welcoming place for all students. Interested students will participate in various events throughout the school year related to DEI. We will be accepting interested 6th graders in the near future. If you are interested, applications are found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Attention all band students! The Full Band google classroom code is written on the board in the band room, room 606. Please be sure to stop by and join the class before Monday! Attention 8th graders! Are you interested in learning more about the Middlesex County Magnet High Schools in East Brunswick, Piscataway, or Perth Amboy? Attend a quick information session on Monday, September 18th at 7:45 AM with Ms. Rodriguez to learn more about these great schools! If you are thinking about a future career in automotive technology, cosmetology, culinary, the performing arts, and MORE, you should attend one of these sessions! Fill out the Google form in your Class of 2024 Google Classroom if you are interested! Students who are in Algebra 1, please fill out the Request to See form to speak with Ms. Rodriguez about any questions regarding the Edison and Woodbridge Academies. The Block Party is only two weeks away! Pre-sale tickets can be purchased until Monday. See the IMS website for more information. Are you interested in learning more about theater, both onstage and off? There will be a general interest meeting for Drama Club next Thursday, September 21st at 7:45am in the cafeteria. Today is the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month. Starting next week we will have activities focused on Hispanic Heritage. 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 for: Thursday, September 14, 2023 Today is a “B” Day Today is National Parents Day Off. Give me a B! Give me an L! Okay, that’s enough. Excitement awaits at the upcoming Block Party! Don’t miss out. See the IMS website for more information. If you plan to join choir this year, please return your permission to Mr. T. ASAP. The best way is to put it in the envelope hanging outside Room 604. Our first official choir rehearsals will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the Art Room. There is no softball practice today. Practice will resume tomorrow after school. Dance Company permission slips are due tomorrow, come see Ms. Popino with any questions There is no nurse today - you get Dr. Cilento today - see you in the office. Attention 7th and 8th graders. Iselin Middle School’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team needs you. We are looking to find students who are interested in continuing to make Iselin Middle School a welcoming place for all students. Interested students will participate in various events throughout the school year related to DEI. We will be accepting interested 6th graders in the near future. If you are interested, applications are found on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Attention 8th graders! Are you interested in learning more about the Middlesex County Magnet High Schools in East Brunswick, Piscataway, or Perth Amboy? Attend a quick information session on either Friday, September 15th at 7:45 AM or Monday, September 18th at 7:45 AM with Ms. Rodriguez to learn more about these great schools! If you are thinking about a future career in automotive technology, cosmetology, culinary, the performing arts, and MORE, you should attend one of these sessions! Fill out the Google form in your Class of 2024 Google Classroom if you are interested! Students who are in Algebra 1, please fill out the Request to See form to speak with Ms. Rodriguez about any questions regarding the Edison and Woodbridge Academies. Don’t forget to bring a $1 tomorrow and wear your flip flops, crocs or slides. Today’s quote comes from E. Joseph Cossman: “Obstacles are things a person sees when he takes his eyes off his goal.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 Today is an “A” Day Today is Positive Thinking Day. Good music, snacks, and friends await at the Block Party! Don’t miss out on the pre-sale discount. See the IMS website for more information. Reminder for all girls joining softball with completed physicals. There is practice today after school. Meet in locker room directly after school. If you plan to join choir this year, please return your permission to Mr. T. ASAP. The best way is to put it in the envelope hanging outside Room 604. Our first official choir rehearsals will take place Friday morning at 7:30 am in the Art Room. Want to wear your flip flops, crocs or slides - you can on Fridays - just pay $1. Reminder Starting today any student not in HR by 8:14 is to be sent to the attendance desk at door 1 for a late pass & will be marked late. Clearly this doesn’t apply to bus students Starting next week students in grades 7&8 will be marked as late to class. All students Please keep in mind it’s NOT possible to go to your locker between every class unless you really want to have detention. Game plan your day so you group your books Today's quote is by 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 for: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 Today is a “B” Day Interested in getting out of class to hang out with friends? Attend the IMS Block Party on Friday, September 29th! Pre-sale tickets are available. See the IMS website for more information. If you missed the Dance Company meeting come see Ms. Popino to get a permission slip during lunch or at the end of the day! There will be a Community Council interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 in room 312. Hope to see you there.

Here are today’s announcements for: Monday, September 11, 2023 Today is an “A” Day Get ready to kick off the school year at the IMS Block Party on Friday, September 29th! Pre-sale tickets can be purchased before the 19th. See the IMS website for more information. Reminder! Dance company interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45AM in the cafeteria Reminder all girls joining softball should report for practice directly after school today. Please meet by the girls’ locker room. There will be a Community Council interest meeting this Wednesday morning at 7:45 in room 312. Hope to see you there. Attention Ms. Evans’ period 2 gym class - report to the cafeteria today

Here are today’s announcements for Friday, September 8, 2023: *Today is a B Day. *Today is Star Trek Day. *Any student who attended this morning’s choir meeting and wants to join IMS choir, please return your permission slip to your homeroom teacher or Mr. T ASAP. Our first rehearsal will take place Friday, September 15 at 7:30 am in the art room. *Are you friendly, love welcoming others, and demonstrate good character? The Guidance Department is looking for you to join the Ambassadors. As an Ambassador you will be asked to help welcome new students to Iselin Middle School. To join, please complete an application found on each grade level’s Google Classroom. *Do you like to dance? There will be a dance company interest meeting Tuesday morning at 7:45AM on the stage. 6th, 7th, and 8th graders interested in learning and performing can attend this meeting. *Today’s quote comes from Thomas Edison: “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”

Here are today’s announcements for: Thursday, September 7, 2023 Today is an A Day. Today is National Grandma Moses Day. There will be a baseball interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the gym. 6th, 7th and 8th graders interested in playing baseball this fall can attend the meeting. Please have your parents drop you off outside the gym doors. Do you like to sing? There will be a general interest meeting for Choir tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in the Art room. All students who wish to participate in choir this year, or who want to learn more about how choir works at IMS, should attend. Are you friendly, love welcoming others, and demonstrate good character? The Guidance Department is looking for you to join the Ambassadors. As an Ambassador you will be asked to help welcome new students to Iselin Middle School. To join, please complete an application found on each grade level’s Google Classroom. Do you like to dance? There will be a dance company interest meeting Tuesday morning at 7:45AM on the stage. 6th, 7th, and 8th graders interested in learning and performing can attend this meeting. There will be an Esports meeting on the team Discord after school today at 3:30 PM. More information can be found on Mr. McDonough’s staff website. Tomorrow will start our Croc, Flip Flop, Slide Day for $1 Today’s quote comes from Cesare Pavese: “We do not remember days, we remember moments.”