Eagle's Post - 5/12/26

5/12/26

From the Principal:

Hello Middle School South Families,

The end of another school year is quickly approaching! It is hard to believe that summer is just around the corner, and with it all kinds of fun and engaging end of year events and traditions! With our 8th Grade Bash coming this Friday celebrating the conclusion of their time at MSS, to Eagle Games our annual grade level competition, there is a lot to look forward to.

Please take a few minutes to read through this newsletter as there is information about SORA , a new resource for digital books, tryout information for our Fall softball season, and more.

We hope you all have a wonderful week!

Anthony

Send a Shout Out to a MSS Staff Member!

Please take a moment to send a note of appreciation to one of our incredible staff members here at MSS! Use the link above to access our form and we will present them with a physical note!

Staff Shout Out Form Link

Mark Your Calendars - Upcoming Important Dates

Tuesday May 12, 2026

May PTO Meeting (7:00 pm)

Friday, May 15, 2026

Early Release for Students

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

8th Grade Promotion at 7:30 pm in the LZHS Fieldhouse

Monday, May 25, 2026

No School - Memorial Day

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Last Day of School!

8th Grade Bash

RSVP NOW for the 8th Grade Bash! <https://forms.gle/fHBX7we8rnE5ZjUU6>

All 8th Grade Students are invited to attend the 8th Grade Bash THIS FRIDAY from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at Middle School South.

FREE ADMISSION (sponsored by the PTO)
Pizza & Treats will be served
DJ, Photo Booth, Games, Yearbook Signing, Surprises!
Outdoor & Indoor Event (weather permitting)

Dressy summer attire encouraged—wear what makes you feel comfortable and party-ready (think sundresses with tennis shoes, polos, khaki shorts, or similar)

Introducing SORA an Online Reading Platform for D95

Sora provides 24/7 access to digital books, enabling students to maintain reading habits throughout the year by offering easy access to ebooks and audiobooks. The platform supports engagement through curated collections, "always available" titles to eliminate waitlists, and resources for family reading. Scan the QR code with the student district issued iPad to access SORA.

MSS PTO Board Positions for 2026-2027

Our MSS PTO is currently looking to fill all executive positions for 2026-2027 school year. President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer roles are available. Please sign up now if you are interested using this link. There are two sign up slots for each position in case some want to share it.

If a board position is not your calling, please check out the various committees and hopefully you'll find a position that best suits your time and interest level.

Reminder: Complete Online Registration for 2026–2027 School Year

Online registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. All families must complete the registration process through ParentVUE as soon as possible to ensure their student is registered for the upcoming school year.

Timely registration is important for class placement, scheduling, and staffing.

Returning Families: Log into ParentVUE, select Online Registration, and review/update your student’s information.
New Families: Create a ParentVUE account to begin the registration process.
New Students: Proof of residency* and birth certificate verification must be completed in person at your child’s school.

Fees & Health Forms: Once registration is accepted, fees can be paid in PushCoin, and required health forms can be uploaded in ParentVUE.

Instructions are available on the district website under Parents → Registration.

*Some exceptions apply in cases of homelessness. Families with questions should contact their school office for assistance.

Athletics & Activities

Softball Tryouts for 2026-27 School Year

Attention players that are interested in LZ South softball tryouts for the 2026-2027 school year!

Please scan the QR code or click here to fill out the information to express interest in or intent to tryout for LZ South softball. Tryouts are before school starts and that is why it is important to sign up now. By signing up, the softball coaches can reach out in August and send reminders about tryout dates, physicals and registration on ParentVue.

Tryouts will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 from 2:20 pm - 4:00 pm and Wednesday, August 12, 2026 from 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm.

Please email Coach Keegan or Coach Schmidt with any questions.

Clubs and Athletics Information

Looking for information on the clubs/activities available at MSS. You can find out seasons and contact information by clicking here.

Athletics Information Regarding Important Documents and Registration

Needed Forms Prior to First Day of Activity/Tryout:

For students interested in trying out and participating in a sport, students must have the following:

Physical: All students participating in tryouts and a sport must have a current physical or sports physical on file. Physicals are good for one year and one month from the date the physical was conducted. Please check to make sure your physical is current prior to tryouts or the start of an athletic activity. The physical should be turned into the Nurse’s Office.
Emergency Information Form: Students must have a completed and signed Emergency Information Form for each activity they are trying out for/participating in. They will need to turn this form in to the coach or sponsor at the time of tryouts. If try-outs are not required, then the form should be turned in at the first meeting of the sport or activity.

All required medical forms and athletic schedules can be found on the Athletics & Activities website.

Registration:

All registration for activities will be in ParentVUE and information about registration will be sent later this summer.

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