Southside Middle School

We want to hear from our Southside Middle School families!

You may have seen the district's announcement that the Data Triangle Survey is now open. Now we're asking our Knight families to make sure our school community is represented.

Tell us about your experience at Southside Middle. Your feedback will help us recognize what's working and identify opportunities to improve.

Take the survey by Oct. 23: https://duvalschools.org/surveys

First Quarter Report Cards will be issued October 20. We encourage families to check grades with their students and discuss their academic progress. Now is a great time to celebrate successes, address any missing assignments or areas of concern, and set goals for the remainder of the quarter. Please reach out to your child’s teachers with any questions regarding academic progress.

Students are getting ready for Red Ribbon Week® 2026, and this year’s theme is: “Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free. ™” At school, students will participate in activities that promote a drug-free and healthy lifestyle. We encourage you to partner with us at home by discussing this important message at the dinner table, during family outings, and with friends and extended family.

Students are invited to join us in spreading the word to be drug free each day October 26-30!

• Monday, October 26-Wear Red to Make a Difference and be a Hero!
• Tuesday, October 27-Twin Day! Twin with a Friend to Win Against Drugs!
• Wednesday, October 28-Wacky Wednesday-Wear crazy hair, wacky clothes and socks!
• Thursday, October 29-Multicultural Day-Wear multicultural attire and join us after school for our Title I Multicultural night at 5:30 p.m. to celebrate all cultures against drugs!
• Friday, October 30-Be of good character and say no to drugs-Dress in your favorite character costume!

***The book fair is open each day for Red Ribbon Week! Students must be in DCPS Dress Code each day.

Southside Middle School Title I Multicultural Literacy Night!

Thursday, October 29, 2026, 5:30 pm!

Southside Middle School Families are invited to attend our Multi-Cultural Literacy Night. Parents and students will have the opportunity to learn about how to help their students with strengthening reading skills at home! During this event there will be:

• Reading Workshops for Families and Students
• Multicultural Performances
• Live Poetry Readings by Students
• Visit the Bookfair
• Practice increasing Reading Stamina
• Word and Reading Comprehension Scavenger Hunts

Join us for this fun event Thursday, October 29 5:30-6:30 pm!

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school. Get ready for an event made especially for middle schoolers, featuring the newest books, bestselling series, and beloved characters. Plus, every purchase earns funds for our school. We encourage you to use the e-wallet instead of cash at the event. You can share the e-wallet feature with friends and family for them to add to your student's account. We will only accept credit, debit, e-wallet, or cash (no checks) at the fair. Parents, you will be able to visit the fair Thursday, October 29th for the Title I night. Let's make it a great fair!

Book Fair Homepage

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Southside Middle School

2948 Knights Lane East

Jacksonville, FL 32216

(904) 739-5238

Breakfast Time: 9:00-9:25 am

School Hours: 9:30 am-4:15 pm

Communities in Schools After School Program Hours: 4:15 pm-7:00 pm