MMS Mission:

Engage- Discover- Excel

MMS Vision:

Our vision is to prepare all students for success in high school and beyond by fostering a caring, globally minded culture that embraces diversity, emphasizes academic rigor, and ignites a passion for learning.

Marietta Middle School is on social media! Follow us to stay updated on current events.

MMS Instagram: @marietta_ms

MMS on Facebook: https://facebook.com/MariettaMiddleSchool

MMS on Twitter: @MariettaMiddleS

Follow Principal Brown on Instagram @bluedevilprincipal

Follow Principal Brown on Twitter: @Diona_Brown

Just a reminder, we do have a unified dress code here at MMS. Our School Governance Team (SGT) recently voted to adjust the dress code. Please see the updated dress code below.

1. Shirts: Any Marietta Shirt

2. Outerwear:

1. blue, black, gray, white (solid) or

2. any color Marietta outerwear

3. Jean jackets (NO rips, fringes)

3. Pants: joggers, long shorts, skorts, sweatpants, leggings, khakis, jeans (NO rips) - long shorts, skorts should be at least 4 inches above student knee

1. Blue, black, gray solid

Students are not permitted to wear bubble shoes, slides, or 1/2 open toe UGGs.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g_YcR2-iQ_314_dVyRb3mWpbHMDPDCJF/view?usp=drivesdk

Families of rising 9th grade students:

We have made some updates to our Registration Timeline and Resources, SY2024.

Timeline changes:

1. Student Scheduling Meeting w/Counselors: Monday, 30 January 2023 to Friday, 24 March 2023
2. Parent Review of Student Course Request: Monday, 10 April 2023, to Monday, 17 April 2023 at 4:00p
3. Parent Review of Student Course Request Explanation Zoom Meeting: Tuesday, 11 April 2023, at 6:30p

We will host a Zoom meeting on Tuesday, 11 April 2023, to explain the Parent Review of Student Course Request process.

Please email MHSClassSchedules@marietta-city.org with any questions.

As a reminder there is NO SCHOOL for spring break starting April 3rd- 7th.

Students will return back to MMS on Monday April 10th, 2023.

The elective window for rising 7th and 8th grade students for 2023-2024 school year opens on Tuesday, March 7 through Friday, March 24. Students will have an opportunity to register during Launch and Lunch. Students will register for elective classes as well as world language classes. Students can also complete the process outside of class. Here are some resources to assist families in this process.

MMS Elective Course Request Instructions for 2023-2024:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/127wIbsBKw5MhmurdilKz6WIGlezbfvvW/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107424387833306247795&rtpof=true&sd=true

MMS Elective Request Form:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OFX9SqqGApsDUFGbSUt40BOdxAWiJLeXEpqDsZSgWSA/edit?usp=sharing

Some of our advanced fine arts classes require teacher recommendation, teacher placement, or auditions. Below are links for more information regarding our fine arts program and audition information.

Band:

https://bit.ly/SY24MMSBAND

Marietta Middle School Band Flyer.pdf

Chorus:

https://bit.ly/SY24MMSChorus

Marietta Middle School Chorus.pdf

Advanced Chorus Auditions through Schoology-Join Course with code: PT8G-PCVJ-75M5R

Orchestra:

https://bit.ly/SY24MMSOrchestra

Marietta Middle School Orchestra.pdf

Enhanced Theatre Arts:

https://bit.ly/SY24MMSTheatre

Marietta Middle School Theatre Arts.pdf

Advanced Studio Visual Arts:

https://bit.ly/SY24MMSVisualArts

Marietta Middle School Visual Art.pdf

Rising 8th grade students, please see the link below to view the 2024 Arts Registration Timeline which includes information regarding applications and audition information.

2024 Arts Registration Timeline and Resources-https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T5YaHVvwHCxgtAuLpNyH30k4p0dIVshkcJzeon2Ezto/edit?usp=sharing

We are excited to tell you about our 8th-grade overnight field trip to Savannah, Georgia. The students will participate in college tours at Georgia Southern University, Savannah State University, and Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Additionally, students will travel to some historical sites and spend time in downtown Savannah. Please see the flyer with more details below.

See flyers below for some amazing opportunities!

Please send any absence or tardy notes to our front office or email the notes to: mms@marietta-city.org

Join our Remind MMS Parent group if you are interested in receiving text message updates from Principal Brown. Directions on how to join are located below.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_6YMMK3JcVMHo4w8gN9Xvu-HP2US9E7n/view?usp=sharing

We would like to begin our first ever “Dad’s Club.” If you would like to volunteer to assist during lunch time, at car rider in the morning, or serve as a mentor, please complete the volunteer form linked below. https://forms.gle/xs6p6jSb1QMwajrS9

Breakfast and lunch are no longer free for all students this year. Please be sure to send your student to school with money for lunch or with a packed lunch.

Lunch applications are now available online. Click the link below to complete the lunch application for your student. Please complete the lunch application even if you are unsure if you qualify.

Lunch Application Link: https://family.titank12.com/

We are looking for business partners to help sponsor a few fun things at our school. If you are interested in donating funds or items to our school, please contact Erika Rodriguez at erodriguez@marietta-city.org. We would love your support with funding:

• Pizza parties for students as positive behavior incentives

• Snacks for students as positive behavior incentives

• Field Trips for students

• Donations for teacher appreciation items throughout the year

• iPads and technology for students to use in our Design Lab

Please click the link below to view the Middle School Athletic programs, tryout dates, and game dates.

https://www.marietta-athletics.com/home

If your child is a walker or has your permission to walk somewhere after school, please ensure they receive a "walker pass" for their backpack.

Please email our front office at mms@marietta-city.org if your child needs a walker pass no later than 1:00 PM.

Students MUST have a walker pass to walk from school in the afternoon; this includes students wanting to walk to Marietta Square and football games.

Please view our “who to contact” sheet attached below for more information about who to contact for essential information at MMS.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/14oc8hV1NSXHqUiO462OW8wLOkoVp3IgA/view?usp=sharing

Any dismissal or transportation changes need to be sent to mms@marietta-city.org no later than 1:00 pm to give our staff time to communicate the change to your child's teacher.

Please click the link in the newsletter to view bus routes and bus times. You can also download the Ride360 app to view up-to-date information about your child’s bus.

https://www.marietta-city.org/ride360

Just a reminder, ALL students must have a signed Chromebook agreement form to take their device home. Chromebook distribution will begin on Wednesday after MAP testing. We recommend utilizing the school-issued Chromebooks so your child can access all of our school resources and websites. Please give signed and completed forms to your child's homeroom (launch) teacher.

Chromebook Device Agreement Form

Please see a copy of our Bell Schedule below. Our school begins promptly at 7:45 am. Students must be in their first-period class no later than 7:45 am not to be counted as tardy. To avoid being late to class, we encourage our families to drop students off to please have their students to school no later than 7:30 am. This allows your child time to attend their “launch” class to hear important announcements and ensures they arrive at the first period on time.

We will have lots of opportunities for parents to volunteer and support MMS. Please complete the form below if you are interested in helping or serving on a committee. https://forms.gle/4TcP8kbWnMyXGX6E7

• Stonebridge Church- supports academic initiatives, teacher appreciation, and school beautification

• Cool Kids Committee- Supports the Blue Devil Express, provides snacks and uniforms to students, provides mentoring for students, and assists with beautification projects in the school
• Zaxby's- donates money towards school supplies, student events, lunch on the green, student t-shirts, and teacher appreciation
• Credit Union of Georgia- supports student-sponsored events and student t-shirts
• The Marietta Schools Foundation- supports our school with financial contributions and sponsoring student t-shirts

• The Persons Firm- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
  
• Parallel- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
• Poole's Pharmacy- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
• WhiteHawk Construction- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
• Barnes Law Group- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
• Ansley Atlanta via Johnny Sinclair - sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
• Summit Heating and Air- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
• Turner Chapel AME Church- purchases items for the 8th Grade Walk and participates in SGT

• Marietta Power and Water- supports STEM and garden projects, and teacher appreciation

• Communities in Schools of Georgia in Marietta/Cobb County- sponsors the Blue Devil Express and donates uniforms and snacks
• The Veterinary Clinic- sponsoring in-house field trips and internships for our students