Madison Middle School

Only three more days till Wednesday, August 12 and the opening of the 26-27 school year! If you missed the registration days, no worries. Please come into the office on the first day of school to confirm your address and confirm 7th grade Tdap requirement. Picture day make-up days will be published next week. And all other information that was shared during registration can be found below.

Our WEB student and teacher leaders are very excited to welcome our incoming 6th graders to campus tomorrow. It will be a great day for them to connect with long-time friends and meet new ones, and get more comfortable with the campus.

Please reach out to us with any questions. We are here to support!

See you all soon!

Tom Berger

Principal

August 10

• WEB Welcoming 6th graders to MMS: 8:00am to 12:00pm
• Students with last names beginning with A-L

August 11

• WEB Welcoming 6th graders to MMS (students only): 8:00am to 12:00pm
• Students with last names beginning with M-Z.

August 12

• First Day of School (9:00am to 3:35pm)

• Back to School Night: 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Last Names A - L / Apellidos que cominecen con letra A a la L

Last Names M - Z / Apellidos que comiencen con la letra M a la Z

The day before school starts, student schedules will be available through the Aeries Student and Parent Portal.

Be sure to log in and review your student’s schedule before the first day of school.

On the first day of school, students will also be able to find their Period 1 class posted on the bulletin boards in the quad. Students will receive a printed copy of their complete schedule in their Period 1 class.

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El día antes de que comiencen las clases, los horarios de los estudiantes estarán disponibles a través del Portal de Estudiantes y Padres de Aeries. Asegúrese de ingresar al portal y revisar el horario de su estudiante antes del primer día de clases.

El primer día de clases, los estudiantes también podrán encontrar su clase de Periodo 1 publicada en los tableros de anuncios ubicados en el área del quad. Los estudiantes recibirán una copia impresa de su horario completo en su clase de Periodo 1.

We are please to report that we are able to offer all of our period zero classes. If you've already signed up for a period zero class for your student, they are in! And you will received a confirmation email on Tuesday, 8/11.

Period zero classes begin on the first day of school at 8am. Period zero classes meet Tuesday - Friday from 8:00am to 8:50am. They do not meet on Mondays.

If you would still like to enroll your student in a period zero class, online signups close on Monday 8/10/26 at 10pm. If your student would still like to join a period zero class after that time, they will have to see their counselor once school starts. Enrollment will be based on available space. Please know that AVID is now full.

Nos complace informarles que podremos ofrecer todas nuestras clases del período cero. Si ya inscribieron a su estudiante en una clase del período cero, ¡su lugar está confirmado! Recibirán un correo electrónico de confirmación el martes 11 de agosto.

Las clases del período cero comienzan el primer día de clases a las 8:00 a. m. Se impartirán de martes a viernes, de 8:00 a 8:50 a. m. No habrá clases del período cero los lunes.

Si aún desean inscribir a su estudiante en una clase del período cero, las inscripciones en línea cerrarán el lunes 10 de agosto de 2026 a las 10:00 p. m. Si después de esa fecha su estudiante desea inscribirse en una clase del período cero, deberá hablar con su consejero escolar una vez que comiencen las clases. La inscripción dependerá del espacio disponible. Tengan en cuenta que la clase de AVID ya está llena.

Help your Mustang start the school year prepared! Here are our recommended first-day school supplies:

✅ Backpack
✅ Pens & pencils
✅ Notebook or folder with paper
✅ Refillable water bottle 💧
✅ A positive attitude! 😃

Please note that individual teachers may request additional supplies. Students will learn about any class-specific items on the first day of school.

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¡Ayude a su Mustang a comenzar el año escolar preparado! Aquí tiene la lista de materiales recomendados para el primer día de clases:

✅ Mochila
✅ Lápices y plumas
✅ Cuaderno o carpeta con papel
✅ Botella reutilizable para agua 💧
✅ ¡Una actitud positiva! 😃

Tenga en cuenta que algunos maestros podrían solicitar materiales adicionales para sus clases. Los estudiantes recibirán esa información el primer día de clases.

All students riding a bike (e-bike or pedal powered), a scooter, or a skateboard are required to complete an online safety training course or attend an in-person bike education class in order to ride to school. After completion of this course, a permit sticker will be sent to the campus where they will be able to pick it up. Read our handbook for more details.

Training sessions for the 2026 program will be held in-person only.

Classroom Style Session dates:

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

5-6 p.m.

Vista Magnet Middle School (151 Civic Center Dr.)

Saturday, September 12, 2026

9-10 a.m.

Vista Civic Center (200 Civic Center Dr.)

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

5-6 p.m.

Rancho Buena Vista High School (1601 Longhorn Dr.)

More classes will be advertised as dates are confirmed.

During data confirmation, you will be asked to acknowledge receiving a digital link to the Madison Student Handbook (English & Spanish). While there is a lot of information there, we would like to highlight three important sections: dress code, phone policy, and the tardy policy.

As you shop for back-to-school clothes, please make sure your student has appropriate school attire that meets our school expectations.

📵 Middle school is a phone-free environment to help students stay focused on academics and encourage meaningful, in-person interactions. All cell phones and smart watches must remain turned off and stored in backpacks during the school day.

During the second week of school, we will be distributing Yondr pouches for student use. Using a Yondr pouch will be an expectation for all students who bring electronic devices to school.

⏰ School Hours:
Monday: 10:00 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.
Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.

Thank you for your support in helping your students arrive at school on time and encouraging them to be punctual to all classes. We are excited for a wonderful school year together!

Click on the images to learn more -- information is posted in both English and Spanish.

Lifetouch will be back again in September and October for Make-up pictures -- we will confirm dates next week. These pictures will be used in the yearbook and on their ID cards. When ID cards arrive, we will distribute them to students.

The PTA supports our students, strengthens our community, and helps create memorable experiences throughout the year. PTA membership is an easy way to support our school. Joining does not require volunteering, but it helps make these programs possible. Every contribution strengthens our community and enriches the experience of all students.

*Anyone can become a member - parents, grandparents, students & more

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La PTA apoya a nuestros estudiantes, fortalece nuestra comunidad y ayuda a crear experiencias memorables durante todo el año escolar. Ser miembro de la PTA es una manera sencilla de apoyar a nuestra escuela. Unirse no requiere ser voluntario, pero ayuda a hacer posibles estos programas.

Cada contribución fortalece nuestra comunidad y enriquece la experiencia educativa de todos nuestros estudiantes.

*¡Cualquier persona puede convertirse en miembro: padres, abuelos, estudiantes y más!

In order for volunteers to help in classrooms, labs, or outdoor spaces, here are the requirements:

• Must complete the VUSD Volunteer Application
• Must complete a Mandated Reporter's Training (through an online provided link - certificate will need to be emailed or brought to the office OR attend a in-person training)
• Review and the sign the Code of Conduct
• Must complete a TB questionnaire. If you have not had a history of TB, then you do the lab test. Please email our school nurse, Maria Mendoza, with any questions at mariamendoza@vistausd.org.

A School Site Council (SSC) is group of teachers, parents, administrators, and interested community members who work together to develop and monitor a school's improvement plan. It is a legally required decision-making body for any school receiving federal funds.

The ELAC is a committee for parents or other community members who want to advocate for English Learners. The purpose of ELAC is to advise the principal and school staff on programs and services for English learners and the School Site Council (SSC) on the development of the School Plan for Student Achievement.

More information coming soon!

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El Consejo Escolar (School Site Council, SSC) es un grupo formado por maestros, padres de familia, administradores y miembros interesados de la comunidad que trabajan juntos para desarrollar y supervisar el plan de mejora de la escuela. Es un organismo de toma de decisiones requerido por ley para todas las escuelas que reciben fondos federales.

El Comité Asesor para Aprendices de Inglés (English Learner Advisory Committee, ELAC) es un comité integrado por padres de familia y otros miembros de la comunidad que desean apoyar y defender las necesidades de los estudiantes aprendices de inglés. El propósito del ELAC es asesorar al director y al personal escolar sobre los programas y servicios para los aprendices de inglés, así como asesorar al Consejo Escolar (SSC) en el desarrollo del Plan Escolar para el Logro Estudiantil (School Plan for Student Achievement).

Tendremos mas informacion pronto!

Follow the Madison Mustangs and stay connected with our learning community journey! Join us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, Information, celebrations, and highlights throughout the school year.

• Facebook Official School Page:
• Madison Middle School Vusd
• Facebook Community Liaison Page:
• Madison MS Community Liaison

• Instagram:
• madisonmms_vista

Madison Activities Calendar

VUSD Calendar -- English

VUSD Calendar -- Spanish

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