Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday 4/18/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Exercise Day.
Attention Garden Club members, Today is the LAST DAY to turn in your permission slip to participate in the library clean up. If you have a completed permission slip, please turn it in now.
Congrats to the boys and girls volleyball teams on defeating FMS. Way to go Panthers!
Did you know that a couple of weeks ago we became champions? Here’s how the story goes: after a grueling 4 week battle against our rivals from West Palm Beach, FL, IMS proudly declared redemption, vengeance and victory as the 2025 Imagine Math March Math Madness NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! Congratulations to our math teachers and students that took part in this victory!
Today’s quote comes from Charles Caleb Colton: “The present time has one advantage over every other, it is our own.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday 4/17/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Haiku Poetry Day
Attention 8th graders - Last call for you to turn in your permission slip and payment for the end of year trips. Send in your permission slip and payment by tomorrow, April 18th.
Attn per 5 & 6 gym classes: Mr. Herbeck’s per 5 report to room 516, Mr. Herbeck’s per 6 report to the art room; Ms. Weiser’s per 5 report to room 512; Mr. McGarry’s per 6 report to room 417; Ms. Malleck’s per 6 report to room 511.
Congrats to the boys volleyball team on defeating WMS yesterday. Way to go Panthers!
Sidekick students - Please report to the cafeteria at 10:15 to take attendance for today's luncheon.
Don’t forget to bring in your permission slip and $8 for the Luau on May 1 (that’s the week we get back from break!) See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Drama club will be meeting today after school in the art room.
Garden club order forms due today. If you have an order form for mother’s day or spring flowers, please turn it in now.
Garden club permission slips for the Library clean up are also due today.
The next Chemistry Club meeting will be Tuesday, April 29th.
All choir students will meet in 604, not the cafe, but 604 immediately after school today. Bring everything you need to go home. We will walk up to JFK to practice on the risers. You will be released from JFK at 4:00, have a plan for getting home! You cannot access IMS late buses.
Jazz band will be meeting after school today. Extra help sessions are cancelled .
In honor of national Haiku Day, here’s one about Spring: “Petals open wide/Underneath the springtime sun/Love no longer hides.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday 4/15/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Titanic Remembrance Day.
Attention 8th graders - Don’t miss out on the end of year trips. We have extended the deadline for payment. Send in your permission slip and payment by friday, April 18th.
Garden club members, Don’t forget to turn in your permission slip for the Library garden clean up. Blank forms in the guidance office.
Drama Club will take place today after school in the art room!
Mother’s day flower sale order forms due this Thursday.
All choir students will go to JFK on Thursday after school to rehearse on the risers. Please have a plan to get home from JFK at 4:00.
Join Community Council at the Luau on Thursday, May 1 from 6-8pm. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Today’s quote comes from Bill Watterson: “If people sat outside and looked at the stars each night, I”ll bet they’d live a lot differently.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Monday 4/14/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Gardening Day.
Attention 8th graders - we have extended the deadline for payment for the end of year trips. It is not to late - send in your permission slip and payment by friday, April 18th.
Reminder there is Dance Company Student Choreography rehearsal today after school. There are no late buses. Please check the google classroom for information.
Select Choir rehearsal will take place after school today, as usual.
Reminder for Garden Club students - Please turn in your permission slip to help with the Iselin Library and Rain Garden cleanup by this Thursday
Attention all students, the IMS garden club is selling flowers for mother’s day. Surprise the important women in your life with a beautiful gift for only $4. Order forms due this Thursday, plants will be given out the Friday before Mother’s day.
Are you ready for the Luau? We hope to see everyone on Thursday, May 1 from 6-8pm. Make sure you return your permission slip and $8 to your period 1 teacher ASAP.
Today’s quote comes from Thomas Jefferson: “The glow of one warm thought is to me worth more than money.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday 4/11/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Pet Day.
Garden club members, don’t forget to grab your permission slip to join the Iselin Library clean-up.
Dance Company members check the Google Classroom for important announcements and schedule updates.
Today’s quote comes from Alfred Whitney Griswold: “The only sure weapon against bad ideas is better ideas.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday 4/10/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Sibling’s Day.
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, tomorrow’s spirit day theme is Be Yourself Day. Celebrate individuality by wearing your favorite color.
The next Mock Trial Cub meeting will take place today afterschool in room 122.
Join us at the last dance of the school year - the Luau - on mThursday May 1st from 6-8pm. $8 gets you in. See the IMS website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Guitar Club will meet today in room 112 after school.
Drama Club will meet today in the Art room after school! Cast and Crew are needed!
Reminder! Sports team pictures will be taken tomorrow during Periods 1 and 2. Teams will be called down by announcement. The 8th grade class poll winners will also have pictures taken tomorrow.
A reminder, anyone interested in helping the garden club clean up at the Iselin Library for Tooling around the Township can grab a permission slip from Guidance.
Attention 7th graders! Today is your day to register for discovery day! If you haven’t already done so, use the link posted on your grade level google classroom to register by the end of the day. Remember, you are registering for TWO workshops! One workshop per session.
Students who attended the HISPA Imagine Day Field trip last week- please check the HISPA Google Classroom page to fill out a brief survey.
Art club please meet miss. Leone in front of the gym at the end of the day with all of your stuff, you do not need to go to the art room.
Today’s quote comes from Gustav Booth Tarkington: “Cherish all your happy moments; they make a fine cushion for old age.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday 4/9/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Unicorn Day.
Attn: Mrs. Neilson’s per 2 is in 311 - Mrs. Esteves’ per 2 is in 307
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, tomorrow’s spirit day theme is Neurodiversity Day. Wear rainbow or tie-dye to represent our unique differences.
This week’s Math Tutoring has been canceled. We will resume next Wednesday.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place tomorrow Thursday April 10th afterschool in room 122.
Guitar Club will meet in room 112 tomorrow after school.
Attention Garden Club members - Our annual clean up at the Iselin Library is coming up at the end of the month. We need your help! Grab a permission slip from Guidance to volunteer.
Community Council will be hosting a Luau Dance on Thursday, May 1st from 6-8. The cost to attend is $8. See the IMS Website for more information and to print your permission slip.
Attention 8th graders! Today is your day to register for discovery day! If you haven’t already done so, use the link posted on your grade level google classroom to register by the end of the day. Remember, you are registering for TWO workshops! One workshop per session.
Choir students who are going on the trip to School 26 today, please wait for an announcement to be called down. When you are called, visit your locker and grab your coat. That is all you will need. Only students who have handed in their permission forms will be going on this trip.
Students who attended the HISPA Imagine Day Field trip last week- please check the HISPA Google Classroom page to fill out a brief survey.
Today’s quote comes from
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday 4/8/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Library Worker’s Day.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in Room 506.
Drama Club will meet today after school on the stage. All cast members and Crew are needed!
This week’s Math Tutoring has been canceled. We will resume next Wednesday.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Thursday April 10th afterschool in room 122.
Attention 6th graders! Today is your day to register for discovery day! If you haven’t already done so, use the link posted on your grade level google classroom to register by the end of the day. Remember, you are registering for TWO workshops! One workshop per session.
Sidekick Students - You must hand in a permission slip to Ms. Pearce or you will not be able to attend the Sidekick Luncheon - submit by tomorrow at the latest.
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, tomorrow’s spirit day theme is Sensory Friendly Day. Wear soft, comfortable clothing to encourage a safe and calming environment.
Today’s quote comes from Andy Warhol: “They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Monday 4/7/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National No Housework Day.
Astronomy club will meet tomorrow, after school in Room 506.
8th Grade Honor Society: we have a meeting after school today in Room 117. Make sure you have a ride home. The meeting ends at 3:45.
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, IMS will be celebrating with a spirit week! Tomorrow’s theme is Twin Tuesday. Wear matching clothes with someone to promote support and friendship!
The next Mock Trial Cub meeting will take place on Thursday April 10th afterschool in room 122.
There will be no after school activities on Wednesday April 9th.
Choir Permission forms for Wednesday’s trip to School #26 are now past due.
Don’t forget to check out the discovery day website located on your grade level google classroom! Registration starts tomorrow with 6th grade. Remember this time, you will be registering for two workshops!
Today’s quote comes from William Feather: “One way to get the most out of life is to look upon it as an adventure.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday 4/4/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Jeep 4 x 4 Day.
Attention there are many changes for gym classes today:
Mr. McGarry per 3 report to room 507; Mr McGarry per 4 report to 308; Mr Acquisto per 4 report to 313; Ms. Evans per 2 report to 308; Ms. Evans per 5 report to 512; Ms. Evans per 6 report to 417
Choir students who have not handed in their permission forms for Wednesday’s trip, they are due today.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Thursday April 10th afterschool in room 122.
There is an 8th grade Honor Society meeting on Monday, April 7 after school in Room 117 until 3:45pm. Make sure you have a ride home.
Yearbook sports team pictures will be taken on Friday, April 11th, during Periods 1 and 2. Teams will be called down by announcement. Remember to wear your team jersey for the photo!
Discovery Day will be back on Friday April 18th! All students will be participating in TWO workshops this time! Check out your grade level google classrooms today to see what workshops are being offered! All students will be picking BOTH workshops next week during homeroom; 6th grade on Tuesday, 8th grade on Wednesday and 7th grade on Thursday.
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, IMS will be having a spirit week starting on Monday! The first spirit day will be Magnificent Minds Monday. Wear a hat to celebrate the creativity of all minds!
Today’s quote comes from William Penn: “Avoid popularity; it has many snares, and no real benefit.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday 4/3/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Burrito Day.
Choir student permission forms for the trip on Wednesday are due tomorrow.
Drama Club and Esports practice are cancelled for today.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Thursday April 10th afterschool in room 122.
Yearbook sports team pictures will be taken on Friday, April 11th, during Periods 1 and 2. Teams will be called down by announcement. Remember to wear your team jersey for the photo!
Today’s quote comes from Albert Einstein: “Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday 4/2/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate World Autism Awareness Day.
Choir students, don’t forget that your permission forms are due on Friday.
Attention Sidekicks, don’t forget to hand in your permission slips for the luncheon by this Friday 4/4.
TO all band students, Wind Ensemble rehearsal will take place tomorrow at 7:20 am. Extra help and Jazz Ensemble are cancelled for tomorrow after school.
Hey 8th Graders - are you interested in being a part of JFK’s Friday Night Lights? There will be a spirit and competition cheer interest meeting today after school in Room 117 at 3:15. If you are interested in trying out for cheer you need to attend!
There is an 8th grade Honor Society meeting on Monday, April 7 after school in Room 117 until 3:45pm. Make sure you have a ride home.
The geography club will meet today after school in room 511.
Yearbook sports team pictures will be taken on Friday, April 11th during Periods 1 and 2. Teams will be called down by announcement. Remember to wear your team jersey for the photo!
As we kick off Autism Acceptance Month, we’re excited to come together to celebrate and learn more about the amazing diversity in our community. Throughout this month, we’ve got some really fun things in store, including a spirit week, a creative mural project, and even a Ro Sham Bo tournament! Stay tuned for more details, and let’s make this month one to remember by showing kindness, inclusion, and respect for all. Let’s get ready to make a difference!
Today’s quote comes from Herodotus: “Of all possessions a friend is the most precious.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday 4/1/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate April Fool’s Day.
Astronomy club will meet today after school in Room 506.
To all band students, Advanced Band will be meeting tomorrow morning at 7:20 am. Jazz Ensemble and extra help will be cancelled on Thursday. Wind Ensemble will still be meeting Thursday morning at 7:20 am
Drama club will meet today after school in the Art Room.
The geography club will meet tomorrow after school in room 511.
Chess Club will meet tomorrow in room 121- the signup form will be posted on the Google Classroom today at 3:05.
Gaming club is cancelled for today.
Today’s quote comes from Alphonse Karr: “The more things change, the more they are the same.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Monday 3/31/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Crayon Day.
Astronomy club will meet tomorrow after school in Room 506.
The geography club will meet on Wednesday after school in room 511.
Hey 8th Grade - are you interested in being a part of JFKs Friday Night Lights? There will be a spirit and competition cheer interest meeting Wednesday after school in Room 117. If you are interested in trying out for cheer you need to attend.
8th Grade CJCEE students- check the Google classroom for an update for tomorrow and Wednesday’s trips.
Today’s quote comes from Albert Pike: “We have all the light we need, we just need to put it in practice.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Friday 3/28/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Rishva day.
If you have permission slip for the FREE dental screening, please give it to your period 1 teacher now. Screenings will be done next week.
Astronomy Club will meet on Tuesday, April 1st after school in Room 506.
There will be a Journalism Club Panther Press Meeting on Wednesday, April 2 at 7:40 am in Room 418.
And now for your Women’s History Month highlight. Women’s History Month may be ending, but our appreciation for women’s contributions should never stop.
Today’s quote comes from Judith Light: “Women don’t realize how powerful they are.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday 3/27/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Spanish Paella Day.
Think you know Women’s History? Tomorrow, the Guidance Department will be hosting a Women’s History Trivia Game during lunch. Sign-up and details are available on your grade-level Google Classroom.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place today after school in room 122.
Today’s Guitar Club meeting and Esports practice are cancelled.
Attention 8th graders participating in CJCEE with Ms. Rodriguez and Mrs. Roczey- there will be a meeting after school today in the Guidance office. Check the Google classroom for more information.
Drama club will be meeting today after school on the stage!
There will be a Journalism Club Panther Press Meeting on Wednesday, April 2 at 7:40 am in Room 418.
Tomorrow is the last day to turn in your free dental screening permission slip.
And now for your Women’s History Month highlight. Dolores Huerta co-founded the United Farm Workers and championed labor rights with the phrase “Sí, se puede!”
Today’s quote comes from Mary Shelley: “I do not wish women to have power over men; but over themselves.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Wednesday 3/26/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Manatee Appreciation Day.
As a reminder, IMS has been selected to provide FREE dental screenings next week, please turn in your permission slip by Friday.
Think you know Women’s History? This Friday, the Guidance Department will be hosting a Women’s History Trivia Game during lunch. Sign-up and details are available on your grade-level Google Classroom.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place tomorrow Thursday March 27th afterschool in room 122.
Guitar Club will meet tomorrow in room 112.
Attention 8th graders participating in CJCEE - there will be a meeting after school on Thursday in the Guidance office. Check the Google classroom for more information.
And now for your Women’s History Month highlight. Ruth Bader Ginsburg spent her career fighting for gender equality. Stand up for what’s right.
Today’s quote comes from Cher: “Women are the real architects of society.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Tuesday 3/25/25
Today is an A Day.
Today we celebrate National Medal of Honor Day.
The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school today in Room 410. Please see Google Classroom for the attendance form.
The next Mock Trial Club meeting will take place on Thursday March 27th afterschool in room 122.
Advanced band rehearsal will be held tomorrow at 7:20 am
Guitar Club will meet on Thursday in room 112
There will be no Chess Club this week. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, April 2nd. Check the Google Classroom for more updates.
IMS has been selected to provide FREE oral health screenings next week, please turn in your permission by this Friday.
Drama club will be meeting in the art room today after school!
Attention 8th graders participating in CJCEE with Ms. Rodriguez and Mrs. Roczey- there will be a meeting after school on Thursday in the Guidance office. Check the Google classroom for more information.
Think you know Women’s History? This Friday, the Guidance Department will be hosting a Women’s History Trivia Game during lunch. Sign-up and details are available on your grade-level Google Classroom.
And now for your Women’s History Month highlight. Misty Copeland became the first Black female principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre. Keep striving for greatness.
Today’s quote comes from Margaret Thatcher: “If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman.”
Here are today’s announcements for Monday 3/24/25:
*Today is a B Day.
*Today we celebrate National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day.
*Choir rehearsal is cancelled for tomorrow. There will be no choir tomorrow morning.
*Select Choir WILL take place after school today in room 604.
*There will be an 8th grade band rehearsal tomorrow morning at 7:20 am to rehearse the music for the trip on Friday. Please be on time.
*The Chemistry Club will be meeting after school tomorrow in Room 410. Please see Google Classroom for the attendance form.
*And now for your Women’s History Month highlight. Florence Nightingale revolutionized nursing, proving that compassion and science go hand in hand.
*Today’s quote comes from Eleanor Roosevelt: “A woman is like a tea bag - you can’t tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.”
Here are today’s announcements for:
Thursday 3/20/25
Today is a B Day.
Today we celebrate National Absolutely Incredible Kids Day.
In honor of Women's History Month, take a moment to show appreciation for the amazing female staff members who support and inspire us every day. Sign up to participate in "Thank a Female Staff Member" happening this Friday during lunches. Find more details on your grade-level Google Classroom.
To all 8th grade band students attending the trip next week, please pickup your music from Mr. Vazquez for the trip in room 606. Jazz ensemble and extra help sessions will take place today after school.
The next Mock Club Meeting will take place on Thursday March 27th afterschool in room 122.
Guitar club is cancelled today.
Esports practice will be held after school today in room 505.
Drama Club will meet today in the Art Room!
Attention those interested in being on the IMS cross country team: Our first practice is on Monday at 7:00am in the gym. In order to participate, all of your medical forms must have been turned in. If you are unsure about your medical form status, please see Mr. Romano or Mrs. Mallack today.
And now for your Women’s History Month highlight. Florence Nightingale revolutionized nursing, proving that compassion and science go hand in hand.
Today’s quote comes from Walt Kelly: “Every burden is a blessing.”