J. C. Young Middle School
March 2025 Edition
Greetings Wolfpack Families and Friends!!!
Greetings Wolfpack Families and Friends!
Welcome to the March edition of our monthly school newsletter. I hope this message finds each of you well. As we step into March, I want us to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable achievements and events that have occurred within our school community.
Our students continue to showcase outstanding dedication, with many achieving notable academic milestones. We have had students to compete and earn many accolades, including first place winners in the District Social Science Fair and the District Technology Innovation Competition. I commend their hard work and perseverance, as well as the unwavering support provided by our dedicated teachers and staff to make these achievements possible.
Beyond the classroom, our students have and are continuing to excel in various extracurricular activities, from sports to arts and beyond. One highlight was the Black History Month Program, which highlighted beautiful and well-orchestrated performances by many of our students and staff members. The commitment to personal growth and teamwork is beyond admirable and amazing, and we should be so proud of the accomplishments. Let’s continue to show our support as our students represent our school community.
Our school remains deeply committed to fostering a sense of community and inclusivity. As we did during the month of February, throughout March we will be organizing several events and initiatives aimed at strengthening bonds between students, parents, and staff. I encourage everyone to participate as we continue to build a vibrant school community. Stay tuned to our various social media outlets, newsletters and our webpage so you can know what is happening and remain involved.
As always, we strongly encourage open communication between parents and teachers. Your involvement and feedback are invaluable in ensuring the success of our school and fostering the well-being of our students. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
I want to again express my sincere gratitude to all of you for the continued support and dedication. Together, we are “Rebuilding the Legacy” of Jean Childs Young Middle School, one day at a time. Our future is incredibly bright!!!
With Gratitude,
Ronald Garlington - Principal
The ESOL Department at Young Middle School is proud to partner with the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant and International Affairs (MOIIA) and Georgia State University interns to provide a three-part empowerment workshop series for our 7th and 8th grade multilingual learners.
This collaborative initiative is designed to help students recognize their strengths, build resilience, and envision limitless possibilities for their futures.
The series launched on February 26 with a dynamic Mini Field Day in the gym. Through team-building games and physical challenges, students explored themes of perseverance, strength, and resilience — drawing powerful connections between physical endurance and the emotional resilience they demonstrate daily as multilingual learners.
The second workshop featured an engaging panel discussion focused on life beyond middle school. Students discussed what to expect in high school, explored college pathways, and reflected on their skills, interests, and long-term goals. Panelists emphasized that bilingualism and multicultural experiences are not barriers, but superpowers that open doors to leadership, service, and career opportunities.
The final experience in this series will include a guided tour of Georgia State University’s campus, where students will see firsthand what higher education can look like for them. This visit is designed to make college feel tangible, accessible, and within reach.
Our ESOL scholars continue to demonstrate that their multilingualism is a gift — one that strengthens our school community and positions them for success in an increasingly global world. We are grateful to MOIIA and Georgia State University for investing in our students and affirming that their voices, identities, and languages matter.
PAPER
So what does equitable support look like in action? The products on our platform help to serve the students in all aspects of their learning journey and they are tailored to meet students where they are at. This includes:
Live Help tutoring sessions for students to work 1-1 with an expert tutor and get real time feedback on their work
Paper Mission - an interactive and fun game that helps students practice their math skills
Paper Live- engaging, interest based after school academic programming
Review Center - for students to get personalized feedback on their writing, resumes, applications, and more
This commitment to equity is also why
We are always free with all students and their families.
24/7 access and totally unlimited
Available in english, spanish, french, and mandarin so students can get support in their different languages
Goodr Grocery Store English
The Goodr Grocery Store gives you a free way to
supplement your family's weekly groceries.
Hunger relief company, Goodr, has partnered with
Atlanta Gas Light and Young Middle School to
bring this resource to the community.
Goodr Grocery Store Spanish
The Goodr Grocery Store le brinda una forma
gratuita de complementar las compras semanales
de su familia. La empresa de alivio del hambre,
Goodr, se ha asociado con Atlanta Gas Light y
Young Middle School para llevar este recurso a la
comunidad.
Contact Us
Email: youngms@apsk12.org
Website: www.atlantapublicschools.us/young
Location: 3116 Benjamin E Mays Dr. NW Atlanta, GA 30311
Facebook: facebook.com/JCYMiddleSchool
Twitter: @apsyoungms