Jacksonville Middle School

Current 5th graders: If you are interested in band next year, this announcement is for you!

It is time to register NEW scholars for the 2026-2027 school year. This includes children starting Kindergarten this August and students who are new to the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District. If this applies to your child, please click the link below to register your new scholar today: https://www.jnpsd.org/o/jnpsd/page/k-12-new-student-registration-2026-2027

Volleyball Tryouts for the 26/27 season are approaching. For those interested, you will find all the information about tryouts here.

Attention JMS families: Food can only be brought to school for your own child. You may not bring food for your child's friends. Also, we do not accept food deliveries from companies such as Door Dash or Uber Eats. Thank you for your cooperation of both of these. Have a good evening.

This week in 8th grade Accelerated Social Studies scholars researched and wrote a reenactment about the Brooks-Baxter War. All scholars collaborated in different roles such as director, narrator, writers, costume designers, actors/actress, set designers and extras to make four scenes from history come to life!

It was Fun Friday in AVID! Students took on the Balloon Tower Challenge, working together to build the tallest tower while practicing teamwork, communication, and relational capacity. Lots of creativity and lots of fun!

Parents of current 5th, 6th, and 7th grade students,
Please make sure your student has completed and returned the course selection sheet they were given. This form is essential in helping us schedule classes that match your child’s interests and preferences.
If the form is not returned by this Friday, March 6, students will be placed in classes based on availability, and we cannot guarantee placement in preferred courses.
If you have not seen the form or need an additional copy, please contact the counselor at your child’s school as soon as possible. JMS is excited to begin planning for the 2026–2027 school year!

AVID scholars in Mrs. Pilkinton’s created concept maps to deepen their understanding of empathy. Mrs. Pilkinton teaches these scholars how to be ready for the future, in college and careers, as well as in everyday life.

After school tutoring will be cancelled tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3. It will resume Thursday, March 5.

Mr. Miller's science class experimented with bungee jumping Barbies today!
The scholars were able to experience a change in energy, potential to kinetic energy. While they saw the energy transfer, they also had to take several factors into consideration including the gravitational potential energy, the mass and height of the Barbie, the elasticity of the rubber bands being used, and the distance from the rail of the 2nd floor to the bottom floor. With this being the first trial, they now have to use the data they collected to modify their approach to get better results for the 2nd trial.

There will be a JMS band concert next week, Thursday, March 5. It will be in the JMS Cafeteria and begin at 6:00pm. The doors will open at 5:20pm. This concert will feature first year band members, jazz band, and advanced band. We hope to see you there!

JMS STEAM Academy Virtual Parent Meeting - March 3, 2026 at 5:30 pm for current 5th, 6th and 7th grade families. Google Meet Joining Information:
🔗 Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ewi-bwqp-scc
📞 Or dial: (US) +1 650-781-1140
🔢 PIN: 966 180 527#

Thor Millard was named to the All-Star Tournament Team on Saturday, February 14, at the 6A Junior High Regional Tournament. To be named you must score an average of fifty points per game. Thor scored an average of 70 points.
Way to go, Thor!

In celebration of Black History Month, here at JMS we are going to have an HBCU spotlight challenge. This challenge is only for JMS students and staff. There will be prizes per grade level. Check out the flyer with all the specific rules and information. Submission deadline is Friday, February 27 to Mrs. Pilkinton. Good luck to all JMS students and staff who participate!

Here is the 2026-2027 Pre-K Parent District Calendar. The first day of school will be Thurs. Aug. 13, 2026. The last day of school will be Thurs. May 27, 2027. We have three great preschool programs at Adkins Pre-K, Bayou Meto Elementary and Lester Elementary. Registration for the fall will open on Monday, Feb. 16. Click on the links to access the Pre-K calendar in both English and Spanish. https://aptg.co/xyJ83q https://aptg.co/bQRCGR

February Gear Up Newsletter

7th grade parents: Here is the newsletter from Dr. Shephard, our 7th grade assistant principal. Read for information pertaining to our 7th grade scholars.

Please be advised that balloons, flowers, candy, and stuffed animals are not allowed on campus. The front office will not accept Valentine's deliveries. We encourage families to celebrate these special moments at home to avoid classroom distractions. Thank you for your support!