Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday, May 24
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Brother’s Day.
Congratulations to the band for an amazing performance last night! Your hard work and dedication really shined!
Community Council will be selling ice cream for $1 at all lunches today.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, get a checkup from the neck up today with a mental health screening. Check out the link on your grade level google classroom page.
Attention 8th graders. If you are interested in participating in any sports at JFK, there will be a meeting Thursday May 30th at 7:45AM in the gym.
Are you going to the Color run? If you missed the presale, don’t worry - you can still attend by submitting a completed permission slip and $15 to your homeroom teacher. Shirts for the event are on sale for $5. Sign up and get ready for a fun day!
Today’s quote comes from Alexander the Great: “Remember upon the conduct of each depends the fate of all.”
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Thursday, May 23
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Lucky Penny Day.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, choose a room in your home to declutter today. Bonus points if you can donate some items.
Attention 8th graders. If you are interested in participating in any sports at JFK, there will be a meeting next Thursday May 30th at 7:45AM in the gym.
Any student who still has a choir folder, get it to Mr. T. ASAP
The IMS Band concert is tonight at JFK. It starts at 6:30.
Today’s quote comes from Lee Iacocca: “Trouble shared is trouble halved.”
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Wednesday, May 22
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Buy a Musical Instrument Day.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, stay hydrated. Drinking 64 oz of water today helps decrease your risk of developing depression and anxiety.
7th grade dance company members please check the Google Classroom for an important announcement
Congratulations to both the boys and girls cross country teams on their win over Colonia Middle School yesterday. Our top three runners on the boys side were Abhay, Ulysses and Vedant while Jazlin, Sammy and Gabby took the top spots for our girls team.
Today’s quote comes from Charles Baudelaire: “Nothing can be done except little by little.”
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Tuesday, May 21
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National American Red Cross Founder’s Day.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, try progressive muscle relaxation today. Check out the short video on your grade level google classroom page under resources on the monthly calendar.
Any student who has not turned in their choir folder to Mr. T., please stop by room 604 tomorrow morning between 7:45 and 8:00 to drop it off.
Attention Mr. McGann’s period 2 class - report to room 604 not 117.
Attention Ms. Popino’s period 3 class - report to room 507.
Today’s quote comes from Harry S. Truman: “If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.”
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Monday, May 20
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Rescue Dog Day.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, take a moment to check in on yourself today. Be sure to make time to unwind and practice mindfulness and self care.
Miss Popino’s Period 2 Dance class will meet in the front lobby by door 1 today.
Today’s quote comes from Benjamin Disraeli: “Courage is fire and bullying is smoke.”
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Friday, May 17
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Malcom X Day.
Attention Ms. Popino’s period 2 class - report to room 604.
IMS, do you like music, snacks, competition and getting out of class?? If so, then sign up to attend the Color Run on June 3rd. Bring in your permission slip and money by Tuesday and you’ll also receive a shirt! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slips.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Try some stretches today and feel the tension leaving your body. Just like exercise can reduce stress, so can stretching.
Today’s quote comes from Vincent Van Gough: “What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything?”
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Wednesday, May 15
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Bring Flowers to Someone Day.
Congratulations to both the boys and girls cross country teams on their win over Avenel. Congrats to our top runners Abhay and Jazlin.
Are you ready for the Color Run?? The presale is on. Bring in your permission slip and money to join in on the fun on June 3rd! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Start a new book or podcast today. This can help alleviate stress and tension.
Choir students: please come to room 604 on Friday morning between 7:45 and 8:00 am to drop off your choir folders.
Today’s quote comes from Maya Angelou: “All great achievements require time.”
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Tuesday, May 14
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Dance Like a Chicken Day.
Community Council will be hosting a color run on June 3. Sign up by 5/21 to get out of class, compete against your classmates, listen to music, and make a colorful mess. Those who take advantage of the pre-sale will also receive a shirt for the event! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Have a healthy snack ready in case hunger strikes today. This will provide you with energy to stay focused all day!
Today’s quote comes from Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Adopt the pace of nature; her secret is patience.”
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Monday, May 13
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Apple Pie Day.
Congratulations to the CJMEA Honor Choir students who represented IMS at Monroe Middle School on Saturday. Great job!
The JFK Marching Mustangs are having their first rehearsal tonight from 6pm-8pm at JFK High School. Current 7th and 8th graders are encouraged to attend. More information can be found on our Instagram page @jfkbands or see Mr. Vazquez in the band room.
THe IMS Color Run pre-sale is on! Bring in your permission slip and money to get out of class on June 3. See the IMS website for more information.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, take a moment to practice gratitude today. List 5 things you are grateful for before going to sleep tonight.
Today’s quote comes from Lydia M. Child: “An effort made for the happiness of others lifts us above ourselves.”
Here are today’s announcements for Friday, May 10:
*Today is a B day.
*Today we celebrate National Clean Up Your Room Day.
*Music, Competition, Friends, Snacks. If this sounds better than class, then you should print out your permission slip for the Color Run on June 3! See the IMS Website for more information.
*Attention all students - Today is the last day to buy a plant for Mother’s day during lunch. All plants will be given out today period 6. Thank you for your support!
*All Dance Company members please check the google classroom!
*Are you interested in joining the JFK Marching Mustangs? The first rehearsal is next Monday night 6pm-8pm at JFK High School. Current 7th and 8th graders are encouraged to attend. More information can be found on our Instagram page @jfkbands or see Mr. Vazquez in the band room.
*In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Try to have a mindful meal today to improve your overall mood and mental health.
*Today’s quote comes from William Blake: “Think in the morning. Act in the noon. Eat in the evening. Sleep in the night.”
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Thursday, May 9
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Home Front Heroes Day.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Take some time to blast your favorite song to lift your mood. Tomorrow's theme day is Feel Good Friday, to support the coping skill of replacing negative thoughts with positive thoughts, Wear your IMS school colors ~
All CJMEA choir members are required to attend rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:30 am in room 604. All other choir members are not needed tomorrow. Mr. T. will also be available after school today for CJMEA Honor Choir students.
Congratulations to both the girls and boys cross country teams on their win over Fords yesterday. Congrats to our top runners Abhay, Ulysses, Vedant Shah, Jazlin, Samara, and Gabby.
IMS are you ready for the Color run? Bring in your permission slip and pre-sale payment by 5/21!
Attention all students - If you want to buy a flower for someone you love this Mothers Day, check out the Garden Club flower sale during lunch. To repeat - To buy a flower for Mother’s day, you will buy it during your lunch. All plants will be given out on Friday afternoon. Happy shopping!
Today’s quote comes from A. C. Benson: “People seldom refuse help, if one offers it in the right way.”
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Wednesday, May 8
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National School Nurse’s Day.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, make a list of your strengths today! Focus on how great you are to help increase self confidence. Tomorrow's theme day is Team Up Thursday to support the coping skill of talking to a friend. Wear your favorite jersey or apparel team to team up against mental illness.
Congratulations IMS Choir on your wonderful concert last night! Your hard work and dedication paid off.
All CJMEA choir members are required to attend rehearsal on Friday morning at 7:30 am in room 604. All other choir members are not needed on Friday morning. Mr. T. will also be available after school today for CJMEA Honor Choir students.
The pre-sale for the IMS Color Run is on! Presale includes admission to the color run, a t-shirt, a packet of powder, and a voucher to use at the snack table. Don’t miss out! See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip!
Today’s quote comes from Confucious: “I hear, I know. I see, I remember. I do, I understand.”
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Tuesday, May 7
Today is an A day.
Today we celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Day.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, aim to get 7-8 hours of sleep tonight to allow your mind to reset. Tomorrow's theme day is Wellness Wednesday, to support the coping skill of eating healthy, exercising and drinking lots of water. Wear your workout gear!
All choir members should report to the cafe during period 6 today ready for dismissal. Do not go to period 6 classes, come straight to the cafe with everything you need. You will be dismissed from the cafe.
The IMS Choir Concert will take place tonight at 6:30 pm in the JFK High School auditorium. It is free and open to the public.
Attention Garden Club members - anyone who can stay after school to help with the plant sale is appreciated. There are NO late buses, students in garden club who are staying after must walk or have a ride home.
DEI Showcase dancers please view the Google Classroom for important updates
6th graders in art club, make sure you sign up on the google class room if you would like to stay today. If you are not signed up, you can not stay after school. If you have any questions please see Miss. Leone before the end of the day.
Current 8th grade theater arts students, todays class will be held in room 604
Today’s quote comes from Simone de Beauvoir: “Change your life today. Don’t gamble on the future, act now, without delay.”
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Monday, May 6
Today is a B day.
Today we celebrate National Nurses Day.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, enjoy a calm space somewhere in your home today. Tomorrow's theme day is Tropical Tuesday, to support the coping skill of sitting in the sun to absorb vitamin D. Wear those island prints and vacation t-shirts!
Select Choir will take place after school today in 604. All members are required to attend.
All choir members will be called down to the cafe today during period 2 by announcement. Wait for an announcement to come down. After you are called, go to your locker and bring only a water bottle with you.
There will be no morning choir rehearsal tomorrow.
Today’s quote comes from Joseph Addison: “Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.”
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Friday, May, 3
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate School Lunch Hero Day.
Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts.
The JFK Marching Mustangs are holding drumline and color guard auditions next Monday night 6pm-8pm at JFK High School. Current 7th and 8th graders are welcome to attend. More information can be found on our Instagram page @jfkbands or see Mr. Vazquez in the band room. Mr. Cabrera will be visiting during the 7th and 8th grade lunches today to answer any questions.
In honor of the Mental Health Awareness Month, reach out to someone who makes you smile. Loneliness can take a toll on your mental health and it's important to find meaningful ways to connect with others.
Congratulations to the boys and girls cross country teams on their win yesterday against Woodbridge. Congratulations to our top two runners, Abhay and Gabby. Way to go panthers!
Monday theme day is MUSIC MONDAY, to support the coping skill of listening to music to calm your mood. Wear your favorite musician or band t-shirt!
Garden Club members, please sign up for Google classroom. We have important announcements for you. See Mrs. Weber or Ms. Olarte for the code.
Today’s quote comes from Elbert Hubbard: “He has achieved success who has worked well, laughed often, and loved much.”
Here are today’s announcements for Thursday, May, 2:
*Today is a B Day.
*Today we celebrate National Day of Prayer.
*Get ready to dance the night away at tonight’s luau! Haven’t pre-paid? No worries. Bring $8 and your permission slip to the door tonight. Snacks will be for sale.
*Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts.
*Esports practice will be held in room 505 after school today.
*In honor of the Mental Health Awareness Month, Go for a 30 min nature walk today. Spending time in nature can increase energy levels, reduce depression and boost well being.
*The JFK Marching Mustangs are holding drumline and color guard auditions next Monday night 6pm-8pm at JFK High School. Current 7th and 8th graders are welcome to attend. More information can be found on our Instagram page @jfkbands or see Mr. Vazquez in the band room. Mr. Cabrera will be visiting during the 7th and 8th grade lunches tomorrow to answer any questions.
There is no choir rehearsal tomorrow morning. Repeat, choir rehearsal is canceled for tomorrow morning.
Today’s quote comes from George Halas: “Nobody who ever gave his best regretted it.”
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Wednesday, May, 1
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate School Principal’s Day.
Reminder, we are no longer collecting money for the luau. You can still attend! Bring $8 and your permission slip to the door tomorrow night.
Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts.
Chess Club will meet for the final time this year after school today for the students who have filled out Monday’s signup sheet.
There will be a Mock Trial Club meeting afterschool today in room 121.
Attention Garden Club members, please join the google classroom page. Get the code from Mrs. Weber or Ms. Olarte.
Book Club scheduled for tomorrow morning has been canceled.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Check out your google classroom page to complete the 30 day self care challenge and have an opportunity to win a bracelet from Ms. Pearce! Everyday this month you will be encouraged to do something to be a better you! 988 is the number to call or text if you or a friend is in need of support. Help is available.
Mr. T. will be staying after school today to work with CJMEA Honor Choir students in 604.
Today’s quote comes from Napoleon Bonaparte: “Ten people who speak make more noise than ten thousand who are silent.”
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Tuesday, April 30
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.
Today is the last day to pre-pay for the luau. If you’re planning to attend, please bring $8 and your permission slip to the door Thursday night.
Attention IMS CLEANUP volunteers: Tomorrow and Thursday we will start the cleanup at 2:45. An announcement will be made for you to report to the courtyard with your stuff to go home. Dress appropriately.
Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts.
The boys volleyball team won their first match of the year yesterday vs. Woodbridge. Come support the Panthers tomorrow after school as they take on Fords.
There is a DEI Club meeting after school today in room 306.
There will be a Mock Trial Club meeting afterschool tomorrow May 1st in room 121.
The last day for 7th grade morning math help is Thursday, May 2nd.
Attention Garden Club members, please join the google classroom page. Get the code from Mrs. Weber or Ms. Olarte.
Mr. T. will be available to work with CJMEA Honor Choir students today after school, Wednesday before school at 7:30 am, Wednesday after school and Thursday after school all in room 604. Please attend AT LEAST one of these if you are doing CJMEA Honor Choir.
Today’s quote comes from Graham Greene: “There is always one moment in childhood when the door opens and lets the future in.”
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Monday, April 29
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Zipper Day.
Attention 8th grade students in Ms. Perla’s Algebra 1 Honors math classes - you must report to the cafeteria today during Period 6 promptly at 2:30pm for a quick meeting regarding NJSLA testing
Any 8th graders interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 JFK cheerleading teams should submit their Tryout Registration form and get their physical in! There is an Open Practice on May 6th 7-9pm at JFK if you are interested in learning about our program before tryouts.
All 8th grade choir students, the pictures you have been asked to submit are now past due. Please see the Choir google classroom for the email address to submit your pictures ASAP.
Astronomy Club members, please check our Google Classroom for a message and please respond.
Today’s quote comes from Virginia Satir: “We must not allow other people’s limited perceptions to define us.”
