Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday 10/29
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Cat Day.
Attention 7th graders! You can now register for your discovery day workshop. Head over to your grade level google classroom for the website link! 8th graders, tomorrow is your turn.
Reminder to all band students, please check the Google classroom for band tutoring tomorrow after school. You must sign up on Google classroom today by the end of the school day. Tutoring will begin right after school. Advanced band will be meeting tomorrow at 7:20 am.
Students who are trying out for cheerleading, please report directly to the ART room after dismissal.
In honor of red ribbon week, continue to wear your sport gear all week long. You have the power to make your own decisions. Stay substance free.
Today’s quote comes from Edward Abbey: “Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit.”
Reminder - there are no afterschool activities this week- but the dance is still on!
Here are today’s announcements for:
Monday 10/28
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National First Responder’s Day.
Happy Red Ribbon Week! Staying drug free means investing in your current and future health! Wear your favorite sports jersey or sports t-shirt all week long!
There will be no after school activities this week other than Select Choir rehearsal and Cheerleading tryouts today. The Masquerade is also still on!
Cheerleading tryouts will be taking place after school until 4:30 today. Please make sure you have a ride home. After the bell rings, please report to the cafeteria.
If you would like your painting submission back from Miss Leone, please see her in the art room at the end of the day.
Attention 6th graders! You can now register for your discovery day workshop! Head over to your grade level google classroom now for the website link. 7th grade, tomorrow is your turn!
Today’s quote comes from Alexander Hamilton: “A promise must never be broken.”
Here are today’s announcements for Friday, October 25, 2024:
*Today is an A Day.
*Today we celebrate National Frankenstein Friday.
*Cheerleading Update - Cheerleading tryouts will now be held next week on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday until 4:30 PM, please arrange to be picked up!
*It’s trivia time! What was the most popular Halloween costume in the U.S. in 2023 according to Google? If you guessed “Barbie,” you’re correct! Join the Trivia Challenge Club at our next meeting on Tuesday 10/29 after school in Room 417.
*Next week IMS will be honoring Red Ribbon Week. Make it a goal to be drug free and wear your favorite jersey or team t-shirt all week long!
*Community Council members, please check Google Classroom for an upcoming after-school activity.
*Art club announcement: Over the weekend, please check to see if you have an invitation to the art club google classroom and if you would like your
painting back from miss.leone, please see her at the end of the day.
*Time’s running out to pre-pay for the Halloween Masquerade on Wednesday! Return your permission slip and $7 as soon as possible.
*Next Thursday is Halloween - You can wear your costume to school for $3 - be creative - best costume in each grade level gets a prize
*Starting on Monday, IMS will be accepting donations for the SEWA Diwali Food Drive! All donations will go to local food pantries. For a list of items you can donate, check out the box located in the main lobby of the school or on your grade-level Google classroom!
*Our first Discovery Day is coming up soon! Check out your grade level google classrooms later today for the Discovery day website! 6th graders, you are picking first on Monday during homeroom!
*Today’s quote comes from George Washington Carver: “Where there is no vision, there is no hope.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Food Day.
To conclude school violence awareness week. Make sure tomorrow you wear your IMS school colors or Shirts to show that we don’t allow bullying and violence in our school.
Cheerleading tryouts will be held next Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, check out the IMS Cheer Tryout Google classroom page to confirm you will be attending.
Guitar club will meet today in room 112.
Esports practice will be held after school today in room 505.
It’s trivia time! In which U.S. city did Starbucks open its first store in 1971? The answer is Seattle! Join the Trivia Challenge Club to answer questions in a fun competition. Our next meeting is on Tuesday 10/29 after school in Room 417.
Today’s quote comes from Tennessee Williams: “To be free is to have achieved your life.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Horror Movie Day.
Cheerleading tryouts next Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. Make sure you have a ride home, Check out the IMS Cheer Tryout Google classroom page to confirm you will be attending.
Guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 112.
Dance company members check Google Classroom!
It’s School Violence Awareness week if you didn’t know, pay attention to your coping skill resource to take control of our emotions
Band students, if you signed up for a help session with the JFK high school be sure to come today at 3:05 for your session, meet in the band room.
On Friday, Wear your IMS school colors or Shirts to show that we don’t allow bullying and violence in our school.
IMS Honor Society Students- check out Google Classroom for important information about your trip tomorrow.
Staff PINK day and pic in the morning tomorrow
Today’s quote comes from Christian Nestell Bovee: “When all else is lost, the future still remains.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National “Make a Dog’s Day.”
In honor of school violence awareness week, Tomorrow 10/23, Please wear yellow to remind others that a Bullying-Free School begins with RESPECT.
Cheerleading tryouts will be held next week on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday until 3:50 PM, please check out the IMS Cheer Tryout Google
classroom page for more information.
Guitar club will meet on Thursday in room 112.
The Chemistry Club will meet today in Room 410. Please check our google classroom for more details.
Drama Club Students, there will be a meeting today in room 604 after school. Please check Google Classroom for important information.
IMS Honor Society Students- check out Google Classroom for important information about your upcoming trip on Thursday.
Girls Basketball Tryouts begin today after school in the Gym till 4:30, no late bus.
Today’s quote comes from Benjamin Franklin: “Time is money.”
School Bus Safety Week is Oct 21 - 25 2024. Click here for safety tips - https://www.woodbridge.k12.nj.us/page/transportation
Here are today’s announcements for:
Monday, October 21, 2024
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National “Back to the Future” Day.
Attention Ms Evans’ Period 2 gym class - report to room 313 instead of the gym. Mrs. Malleck’s Period 6 gym class - report to the art room instead of the gym.
Select Choir rehearsal will take place after school today in Room 604.
Cheerleading tryouts will be held next week on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday until 3:50 PM, please check out the IMS Cheer Tryout Google classroom page for more information.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting tomorrow after school. Please visit our Google Classroom for more details.
Just a reminder that girls basketball tryouts begin tomorrow after school in the gym till 430 no late bus will be provided
Guitar club will meet on Thursday in room 112.
This week at IMS we recognize School Violence Awareness week. Check out your google classroom page for ways to manage your anger. On Wednesday, Please wear Yellow to remind others that a Bullying-Free School begins with RESPECT.
Today’s quote comes from Lucy Larcom: “If the world seems cold to you, kindle fires to warm it.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday, October 18, 2024
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Chocolate Cupcake Day.
Students that have signed up for the Art High presentation should be receiving a pass in their homerooms. Please go to guidance during 3rd period if you did not receive a pass and you signed up.
This Monday begins School Violence Awareness Week at IMS! To recognize this week, we will have a spirit week. On Monday, wear a music- or art-themed shirt in honor of the music and art that inspires us to bring about a peaceful world.
Today’s quote comes from John Burroughs: “The smallest deed is better than the greatest intention.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate Black Poetry Day.
Tomorrow is out pink out! How much pink can you put on?!?
Guitar club will meet today in room 112
If you are interested in joining art club, please submit your painting to Miss. Leone by tomorrow. If you have any questions, please see her in the art room.
Today’s quote comes from Ernst Fischer: “I don’t want life to imitate art. I want life to be art.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Today is a B Day
Today we celebrate National Sports Day.
There are no after school activities today.
Don’t forget to turn in your pretzel order form! Order forms are on the website and in the cafeteria.
Guitar club will meet tomorrow in room 112
Uniform collection for all softball players is tomorrow after school. Be sure to remember your belts, pants and jerseys.
There will be a boys basketball interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the gym. Please see Mr. McGarry with any questions.
Are you wearing pink? If not why!? Everyone knows someone who knows someone that had/has cancer. Show some support and go pink
Math Challenge Club is now meeting on Thursday mornings in room 117. See you tomorrow at 7:30am!
On Friday, a representative from Arts High will visit to speak with interested students This is for students passionate about improving skills in the visual, literary, or performing arts. To be considered, you must have good attendance and be passing classes. sign-up forms are on Google Classroom and must be submitted by tonight.
Honor Society Students- Your permission slip for our Food Pantry Trip is due on Friday.
Today’s quote comes from Blaise Pascale: “Kind words do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Shawarma Day.
Get your pink on! Notice staff wearing pink. Breast cancer affects thousands of people and families. Show your support and wear pink all day. Friday is a pink out at IMS!!
Order your Philly Pretzel by Wednesday to enjoy a pretzel at lunch on Friday!!! Order forms are on the website and in the cafeteria.
Congratulations to Homeroom 506 for bringing in the most items for the food pantry. The class worked together to bring in a total of 132 items! They win a free breakfast. Great job Room 506!
It’s trivia time! Do you know the name of the Greek goddess of love and beauty? The answer is Aphrodite! Test your skills in a variety of subjects by joining the Trivia Challenge Club today after school in Room 417.
Drama Club Students, there will be a meeting today after school in room 604! Please make sure to bring your chromebook.
The Chemistry Club is meeting after school today in room 410. Please make sure to bring all your belongings for dismissal and chromebook with you.
Gaming Club is canceled for today.
Did you miss the first meeting of the Math Challenge Club last week. You can still join us this week! The next meeting will be this Thursday in room 117. See Miss Perla if you have any questions.
On Friday, a representative from Arts High will visit to speak with students interested in their program. This program is for students passionate about improving their skills in the visual, literary, or performing arts. To be considered, students must have good attendance and be passing their classes. If interested, sign-up forms are available on your grade level’s Google Classroom and must be submitted by tomorrow.
Today’s quote comes from Charles de Gaulle: “Greatness is a road leading toward the unknown.”
There will be no school for Woodbridge Township School District students on Monday, October 14, 2024 for a Staff In-Service day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 15th.
Please see the district calendar here: https://5il.co/14jxz.
Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday, October 11, 2024
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Sausage Pizza Day.
Today, we're wrapping up the week of respect by showing our respect to our school and town by wearing Panthers gear. We encourage everyone to write a note or share a kind word with someone who has positively impacted you. Thank you to everyone who participated this week!
The results of the IMS Soccer Tournament are in! Thank you to all 8 teams that participated, but it came down to just 2 in the final round. The Vizinators and Santo SFC were tied at the end of official play and it had to go to a Shoot Out. After a tense and well fought battle, Santo SFC came out on top! Congratulations to Hansel Tobias, Kush Patel, Jay Chauhan, Sarvesh G and Kirubanath S. They are your 2024 IMS Soccer Champions.
Do you like Philly Pretzels? Order and pay for yours during lunch Monday - Wednesday during lunch. See Mrs. Cilento in the cafe for the form.
Next Tuesday is the last themed day celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Tropical Vibes Day. Be sure to wear bright colors, floral prints, or even a straw hat!
It’s trivia time! Do you know what the acronym “STEM” stands for? The answer is Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics! If you’re interested in answering trivia questions during a fun, friendly competition, then join the Trivia Challenge club! We will be meeting next Tuesday 10/15 after school in Room 417.
On Tuesday, October 15th the Chemistry Club is meeting after school. Please check the Chemistry Club Google Classroom for updates and reminders.
The Masquerade will be held on Wednesday, October 30th from 6-8pm. The cost to attend is $7. Join us for a spooky good time! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today's quote comes from Jack Dempsey: “A champion is someone who gets up when he can’t.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Walk to a Park Day.
It’s trivia time! Do you know which animal can live the longest without water? The answer is a camel! The Trivia Challenge club will be meeting next Tuesday 10/15 after school in Room 417. Come by and test your knowledge!
This week, we are celebrating the week of respect! Today, we respect diversity in our community by wearing cultural clothes or rainbows. We ask that everyone try to sincerely compliment two of your classmates today! Tomorrow, we show our respect to our school and town by wearing Panthers gear.
Get your Halloween costumes ready! Community Council is hosting the annual masquerade dance on Wednesday, October 30th from 6-8 pm. $7 gets you in the door for all the dancing, music, and costume contests. See the IMS website to print your permission slip.
Guitar club will be held today in Rm 112.
Esports practice will be held today in room 505. Please check the form on Google Classroom for students who may attend.
The day is finally here. The IMS Soccer Tournament is happening today at 3:30. If you are staying to watch or playing in the game, make sure you have a ride home at 5:30.
Tomorrow is the LAST day of the IMS Honor Society Food Drive. Homeroom 506 is taking off in the race to 100. Remember the first homeroom to reach 100 cans wins a free breakfast. Thank you for participating and helping those in need.
Attention 6,7 & 8th Grade Students - Are you interested in becoming part of the IMS Cheerleading Team? Attend the interest meeting this Friday @ 7:45 AM in Room 123. Please fill out the interest form on your grade level google classroom page, If you have any questions please see Ms. Pearce!
IMS Art Club is starting soon! This year Miss. Leone is taking about 15 experienced artists to paint bigger murals in and outside the school. If you are interested, she is asking you to submit a painting by Monday the 14th, showcasing your artistic abilities. If you have any questions regarding the submission, please see Miss. Leone in the art room before the weekend!
Today's quote comes from Vince Lombardi: “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can attain excellence.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Stop Bullying Day.
This week, we are celebrating the week of respect! Today, we're respecting our planet by wearing blue and green clothes. We encourage everyone to try and pick up two or three pieces of trash from the ground on your way home from school today. Tomorrow, we respect diversity in our communities by wearing cultural clothes.
Guitar club will be held tomorrow in Rm 112.
The IMS 4V4 Soccer Tournament will take place tomorrow after school. If you are participating in the games, please remember to bring a soccer ball, shin guards and cleats if you have them. Also make sure your team all wears the same color shirt on the field.
Do you want to win a free breakfast? The homeroom with the highest number of food donations so far is Room 506 with 28 cans. Will you be the first homeroom to 100? Please donate cans or boxes of food to help those in need. The last day to bring in the items is Friday.
There will be a boys basketball interest meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 in the gym. See Mr. McGarry if you have questions.
Attention 6,7 & 8th Grade Students - Are you interested in becoming part of the IMS Cheerleading Team? Attend the interest meeting this Friday @ 7:45 AM in Room 123. Please fill out the interest form on your grade level google classroom page, If you have any questions please see Ms. Pearce!
Today's quote comes from Theodore Roosevelt: “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Hero Day.
Community Council members, please check Classroom for an upcoming activity.
Dance 7 students put ALL belongings in your locker before our trip today
Want to make math more exciting? Join the Math Challenge Club! Our first meeting is tomorrow morning at 7:30 AM in room 412 with Miss Perla. You’ll get to solve fun, challenging problems, work with friends, and improve your math skills while exploring topics that go beyond the classroom.
All band members, a reminder that the first 7th and 8th grade advanced band rehearsal will take place tomorrow morning at 7:20 am. Please be sure to pick up music before the rehearsal.
Guitar club will be held on Thursday in Rm 112.
Geography Club will be held tomorrow in Rm 511.
Astronomy club will meet after school today in Room 506.
IMS Food Drive- The Honor Society is hosting a food drive this week. The food drive will run until Friday. Be the homeroom with the most amount of food collected and win a bagel breakfast. Your homeroom must bring in a minimum of 100 items.
This week is the Week of Respect! Today, we're putting a cap on bullying by wearing hats to school. We ask that everyone thank a bus driver or crossing guard on their way home, in order to show your appreciation for their hard work. Tomorrow, we respect our planet, and ask that everyone wear blue or green to show their care for the Earth.
Today's quote comes from Steve Maraboli: "Let today be the day you look for the good in everyone you meet and respect their journey."
Here are today’s announcements for Monday, October 7, 2024:
*Today is a B Day.
*Today we celebrate National Chocolate Covered Pretzel Day.
*Community Council members, please see Google Classroom for an upcoming activity.
*Get ready to compete! Join the Math Challenge Club and prepare for math competitions at the school, regional, or even national level. Our first meeting is next Wednesday at 7:30 AM in room 412 with Miss Perla. Work as a team, hone your skills, and see how far your math knowledge can take you!
*Tomorrow is Vaquero Day in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! Show your spirit by wearing your best cowboy gear. Cowboy hats will be allowed. Tomorrow is also Latin Dancing during your lunches. Signups are on your grade level’s Google Classroom. Spots are limited.
*This week is the Week of Respect! Today, we're Keeping the Peace by wearing tie-dye inspired clothing. We encourage everyone to participate in the school wide mural activity, run by Ms. Leone. Tomorrow, we will put a cap on bullying, so please wear a hat to school to show your support.
*Guitar club will be held on Thursday in Rm 112.
*Drama Club Students - there will be NO meetings this week! Please look at google classroom for further information.
*Does your homeroom want to win a free bagel breakfast? Then participate in the IMS Honor Society Food Drive. Your homeroom needs to bring in 100 cans and you can win!
*Astronomy club will meet tomorrow, Tuesday, after school in Room 506. Open to all 6th grade students and any 7th or 8th graders who did not attend in the past. Please see Senatore’s Astronomy page in Google Sites for more information.
*Select Choir will meet after school today in Room 604.
*Home room teachers please post your food collection and tie dye participation numbers in the google sheet. There is a link in your email.
*Today's quote comes from Theodore Roosevelt: "Knowing what's right doesn't mean much unless you do what's right."
Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday, October 4, 2024
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate World Smile Day.
Congratulations to the winners of yesterday’s dodgeball tournament, The Gnomes: Abdul Wali, Veer Patel, Jason Asmah, Giovanni Flores, and Abhay Shinde. Great Job, boys!
Are you interested in learning more about other countries and cultures? The Geography Club will meet on Wednesday, October 9th, after school in Room 511. All 6th and 7th graders are welcome. If you have any questions, see Mr. DiNuzzo in room 511.
IMS Food Drive- The Honor Society is hosting a food drive next week. The food drive will run from October 7-11. The homeroom with the most amount of food collected will win a bagel breakfast. But your homeroom must bring in at least 100 items for the food drive to win.
Boost your confidence in math by joining the Math Challenge Club! Our first meeting is next Wednesday at 7:30 AM in room 412 with Miss Perla. Work with peers to tackle difficult problems, improve your problem-solving skills, and prepare for competitions that test your abilities against other students.
Next week marks the beginning of the Week of Respect here at IMS. On Monday we're kicking off the Week of Respect with Keep the Peace day, and we ask that everyone wear tie-dye inspired clothing to school.
Tuesday is Vaquero Day or Cowboy day in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! Show your spirit by wearing your best cowboy gear. Cowboy hats will be allowed.
Today’s quote comes from Sophocles: “Quick decisions are unsafe decisions.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Techies Day.
Tomorrow is picture day, remind your parents to place their orders.
Esports practice will be held after school today in room 505.
The Honor Society is hosting a food drive next week. The food drive will run from October 7-11. The homeroom with the most amount of food collected (with a minimum of 100 cans or boxes) will win a bagel breakfast.
The IMS 4 V 4 soccer tournament is ready to play! On Thursday, October 10th, eight teams will compete for bragging rights. No more rosters will be accepted because all brackets in the tournament are full. Come on out and cheer on your favorite team after school. It’s free to attend!
All Drama Club Members: there will be a meeting today after school is room 604. All are expected to attend!
Do you enjoy solving challenging problems and thinking outside the box? Join the Math Challenge Club! Our first meeting is next Wednesday at 7:30 AM in room 412. Develop critical thinking skills and creative strategies for tackling complex math problems while connecting with other students who share your passion.
Attention all 8th graders! If you are interested in joining the Sidekicks Program this year, please go to the google classroom and fill out the form! Applications are due Monday, Oct 7th.
Today’s quote comes from Edward Teller: “The science of today is the technology of tomorrow.”