MMS Weekly Announcements

Monday, October 26th

Spanish Club 8:15 am

Red Ribbon Week Starts

Tuesday, October 27th

7th and 8th Grade Gaming Club 8:15 am

Yearbook Club 8:15 am

Esports Match 4:00 pm

One Act Rehearsals 4:30 pm

Volleyball Playoffs (Away) vs JWJ 5:30 pm

Football Home Game (Home at MHS) vs. Baldwin 6:00 pm

Wednesday, October 28th

Art Club 8:15 am

Girls Scouts Meeting 8:15 am

Thursday, October 29th

FCA 8:15 am

Yearbook 8:15 am

One Act Performance 6:00 pm

Friday, October 30th

DND Club 8:15 am

Trick or Treat Street (MOE) 9:00 am

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!

Book Fair Homepage

Book Fair eWallet

Do you have gently used books at home that you no longer read? Consider donating them to the Mandarin Middle School Library! Your donation will help provide more reading opportunities for our students and support a love of literacy across our school.

As a thank-you for your generosity, students who donate books will earn Hawk Bucks! Every book can make a difference for a fellow Hawk.

Let's work together to grow our library and help our Hawks soar through reading!

Please contact Ms. Segers at segersc@duvalschools.org if you have questions

Don't miss out on capturing this year's memories! Purchase your yearbook today to celebrate friendships, achievements, and special moments from the school year. Reserve your copy early to ensure you don't miss out.

BuyTheYearbook.com

Code: 388680

Cost: $40

The Duval County Public Schools Computer Sale Program offers families the opportunity to purchase refurbished laptops at an affordable price. These devices can help students complete assignments, conduct research, and stay connected to learning at home.

For more information and purchasing details, visit:
https://www.duvalschools.org/page/computer-sale/

Looking for something fun and educational to do? Check out the many exciting events offered by the Jacksonville Public Library!

Makeup Picture Day will be held on Monday, November 9th. If you were absent on Picture Day or would like your picture retaken, this will be your opportunity to have your school photo taken.

Please come to school dressed appropriately and ready for your picture. Don't miss your chance to be included in this year's school records and yearbook!

We value your feedback and encourage you to take a few moments to complete the Duval County Public Schools Climate Survey. Your input helps us improve our school and create the best possible learning environment for all students.

As of October 18, only 19% of our families have completed the survey. In order for Mandarin Middle School to receive the survey results, we must reach a 20% participation rate.

📝 Complete the survey here: https://www.duvalschools.org/page/surveys/

Thank you for partnering with us to make our school even better.

Week Twelve Inspirational Quote:

At Mandarin Middle, our Go for the Gold theme reminds us that success is earned through hard work, perseverance, and dedication. Just as Olympic athletes train every day to reach the podium, students achieve their goals by putting in consistent effort, staying focused, and never taking shortcuts. Every assignment completed, every challenge overcome, and every step forward brings us closer to our gold. Keep doing the work, and the rewards will follow. Go for the Gold, Hawks!

Show your Hawk pride with official Hawk Store Spirit Wear! From shirts to other school spirit items, there’s something for every Hawk family. Best of all, every purchase helps support our PTSA fundraising efforts, which benefit our students and school community. The deadline is October 30th.

Shop today and support Hawk Nation:
👉 https://www.mmshawks.com/mms_homepage/shop/home

Send a little "boo" to your friends and teachers! $1 each.

🎃 In-Person Sales: Oct. 22nd–29th before school in the breezeway and by the auditorium.

👻 Online Sales: Oct. 5th–29th at MMSPTSA.givebacks.com/store. Perfect for parents sending a gram to their student, or anyone who wants to skip the line!

🦇 Delivery: All Boo Grams will be delivered on Oct. 30 during 7th period.

Is your child interested in making new friends, developing leadership skills, and participating in fun activities? Your child can join Girl Scouts and discover exciting opportunities to learn, lead, and serve your community!

For more information about joining Girl Scouts, please contact Ms. Segers at SegersC@duvalschools.org. We encourage all interested students to get involved and explore this amazing opportunity!

Meetings:

October 28th

4:15 pm - 5:15 pm

No Hoodies

Please remind your child that while jackets and sweatshirts may be worn when appropriate, students are not permitted to wear hoods over their heads on campus. Keeping hoods down helps staff easily identify students and supports a safe and secure school environment. Thank you for your cooperation and support.

Journee. C.

Journee is a great student who always does her best. She is extremely helpful in class and also helps other students when they are struggling. ~ Mr. Bacon

Jason S.

Jason is willing to help with anything that is needed in the classroom. Form water spills to helping students navigate a website, Jason kindly helps anyone and everyone. He is respectful to others and volunteers to help me whenever there is a need. ~ Ms. Murray

Do you know a family interested in joining the Mandarin family? We would love to meet them! Please help us spread the word by sharing our upcoming school tour dates with prospective families. School tours are a wonderful opportunity to learn about our programs, meet our staff, and experience what makes Mandarin such a special place to learn and grow.

We look forward to welcoming future Hawks to our Mandarin family!

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.

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!

https://getfortifyfl.com

October 5th - 9th