MMS Weekly Announcements
November 2nd - 6th
Monday, November 2nd
Book Fair Opens (During Lunch)
Jersey Mike's Spirit Night 5:00 PM
Tuesday, November 3rd
Gaming Club 8:15 am
Yearbook Club 8:15 am
Book Fair (During Lunch)
Cafe Concert 6:00 pm
School-Wide Assemblies (PE and Health)
Wednesday, November 4th
Book Fair (During Lunch)
Thursday, November 5th
FCA Meeting 8:15 am
Yearbook Club 8:15 am
Book Fair (During Lunch)
One Act Rehearsals 4:15 pm
Friday, November 6th
Book Fair (During Lunch)
NJHS Meeting 8:30 am
Be Safe. Be Seen. (Crosswalk Safety)
Student safety is our top priority. Families have recently observed several students crossing streets and intersections after the pedestrian signal had changed or attempting to cross when there was not enough time remaining on the crosswalk timer. These actions create serious safety risks for everyone.
Please remember:
- Always wait for the pedestrian signal before crossing.
- Cross only within designated crosswalks.
- Do not begin crossing when the countdown timer is nearly finished.
- If riding a bike, follow all traffic signals and walk the bike through the crosswalk.
- Stay alert and avoid distractions when crossing streets.
Families, please take a moment to review these safety expectations with your child. We had two students hit by cars several years ago at this intersection. By working together and making safe choices, we can help ensure that everyone arrives at and leaves school safely each day.
Scholastic Bookfair
Get ready to discover great books at our Scholastic Book Fair, running November 2-6! Students will have the opportunity to browse and purchase books while supporting our school media center.
Permission slips are required for students to attend the book fair. Students may turn in their signed permission slips to their first-period teacher or to Ms. Seger in the Media Center.
We look forward to seeing our students explore new books and foster a love of reading!
Congratulations to all of the students who participated in the Model Water Tower Competition! This annual STEM event, sponsored by JEA and the American Water Works Association (AWWA), challenged students to apply science, technology, engineering, and mathematics skills to design and build model water towers.
We are incredibly proud of our Hawks for demonstrating creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation while representing our school with excellence. Your hard work and dedication truly exemplify what it means to Go for the Gold in STEM!
A special thank you to Ms. Colon and Mr. Pacpaco for facilitating this engaging learning experience and inspiring students to explore real-world engineering challenges. Your commitment to providing meaningful opportunities for our students is greatly appreciated.
Great job, Hawks! Keep reaching for excellence and continuing to shine in and out of the classroom.
Week Thirteen Inspirational Quote:
Week 13
"There may be people who have more talent than you, but there's no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do." ~ Derek Jeter
As we continue to Go for the Gold, remember that success is not determined by talent alone. Gold-medal achievements come from dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to giving your best effort every day. While others may have natural abilities, everyone can choose to outwork the competition. When you stay focused, work hard, and never give up, you are taking the steps needed to reach your goals and earn your own gold medal of success.
Athletic Booster Meeting
Our next meeting will be held on Sunday, November 8 at 4:00 p.m. via Google Meet. Link will be provided next week.
We are also currently seeking volunteers to fill the following board positions:
- President
- Secretary
- Concessionaire
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Webmaster
- Team Parent (one per sport)
We encourage anyone interested in supporting our students and athletic programs to consider serving in one of these important roles. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!
Weekly School-Wide Rule Reminder:
Bicycle Cages
To help prevent bicycle theft in our community, all students must park their bikes inside the secured bike cages when arriving on campus. If the front bike cage is full, students should use the bike cage located at the end of the car rider loop. Please do not leave bikes outside of the designated bike cages. Taking a few extra moments to secure your bike helps keep your property safe. Thank you for your cooperation!
Art Student Recognition
Congratulations to Elsie Brennan for her outstanding artistic achievement! Elsie recently qualified to have her artwork displayed at the Jacksonville Zoo this spring, a tremendous honor that showcases her creativity, talent, and hard work. We are incredibly proud of Elsie for this accomplishment and excited to see her artwork featured for the community to enjoy. Way to go, Elsie, and thank you for representing our school so well!
Don’t Get Them Confused!
Amendment 3 and the Duval County Public Schools 1-mill referendum are two separate items on the November 3 ballot.
🏫 The 1-mill referendum is a continuation of the millage approved by Duval County voters in 2022. It supports school funding, including teacher pay, as well as arts and athletics.
🏠 Amendment 3 is a proposed change to the Florida Constitution addressing property taxes statewide. The amendment excludes school funding.
Take a look at the graphic for a quick side-by-side comparison and visit www.DuvalSchools.org/Vote for more information about the 1-mill referendum.
FortifyFL Link
Please review the link with your child if they are aware of any suspicious activity. The link is a reporting tool that allows anyone to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials. Students can also access the link on their school laptop. Thank you for helping us keep our school safe!
