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Teamwork, student involvement and intentional strategies are driving graduation gains at Mitchell and Sheffield high schools! Together, they’re helping more students cross the graduation stage and prepare for what’s next.
🔗 Learn more: scsk12.org
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What a finish to an incredible middle school football season!
Bellevue and Craigmont battled it out in an overtime showdown, with Bellevue taking the win, 20-14. Both teams brought their talent, determination and heart to the field throughout the season.
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MSCS students cast their first votes in partnership with The Links, Inc., with community volunteers guiding them through the process.
Hear from students, volunteers and Superintendent Dr. Roderick F. Richmond on why every vote counts!
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Reading at home can be fun! Join our next MSCS Family Forum for simple ways to build reading skills and make reading a family habit.
📅 Nov. 5 | ⏰ 5:30 PM
💻 Virtual meeting
Scan the flyer QR code to join!
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ICYMI: Mitchell High School’s girls’ and boys’ basketball teams joined students at The Shrine School for a student-led food pantry giveaway and safety fair!
The event brought students and community partners together to support local families, share resources and promote safety.
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🚨 BREAKING NEWS: You get an extra hour of sleep! 😴
It’s time to fall back! Remember to set your clocks back one hour and enjoy those extra zzzs.
Rest up and enjoy the remainder of your weekend. We’ll be back at it bright and early Monday morning!
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Growth looks good on US!! FOUR CONTENT AREAS. FOUR REASONS TO CELEBRATE! 👏 MSCS proficiency increased in ELA (+1.1 points), Math (+1.1), Science (+1.9) and Social Studies (+2.6) from 2024-25 to 2025-26.
See the breakdown: scsk12.org
Greatness grows here!
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Throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month, schools across the District came together to honor survivors, support those currently fighting breast cancer, and raise awareness through walks and other activities.
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Students and staff across MSCS have been bringing the Halloween spirit with creative costumes and festive fun! Board Vice Chair Sable Otey also made a special visit to Cordova Elementary School to join in on the celebrations.
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A one-point gain is part of a bigger story! MSCS’s graduation rate climbed from 77.7% in 2020 to 85.4% in 2026. Sheffield (+19.9 points) and Mitchell (+10.2) show what's possible. Stay tuned next week for leaders sharing the work behind the numbers!
🔗 scsk12.org
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Students at Avon Lenox School took learning beyond the classroom for Walking School Bus Day! Joined on the walk by teachers, parents and community partners, students connected with those around them and practiced important pedestrian safety skills.
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It’s Halloween weekend! Our scholars are choosing PEACE by building positive relationships, staying engaged and practicing accountability in their choices and interactions with others.
This Halloween, let’s choose PEACE!
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It’s time for MSCS High School Game Day!
In this episode of Friday Night Hype, the Southwind Jaguars are getting ready to take on the Germantown Red Devils ahead of Friday night's matchup! Hear the excitement from our student-athletes and coaches as they get ready for game day!
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The CNC Nutrition Center Food Show brought students from across the District to Southwind High School to sample nutritious meals, share feedback and explore culinary careers.
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MSCS students from across the District explored their options after graduation at the HBCU Awareness Foundation’s 16th Annual Fall College Fair, presented by Nike.
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MORE GAINS FOR MSCS! 🎓 Tennessee’s graduation rate has reached a 7-year high, up 1 percentage point from last year. Overall proficiency also increased across all four major tested content areas.
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MSCS seniors, the deadline to apply is November 2, 2026. Don’t miss your opportunity to attend college in Tennessee tuition-free. Apply today at TNPromise.gov!
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Join us Oct. 31 at the MSCS Board of Education for Literacy Park-and-Treat & Movie Night! Enjoy Trunk or Treat from 2–4 p.m., free books, treats, a costume contest and a movie at 4 p.m. Free food for the first 250 attendees!
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The Southwind Jaguars are getting ready to take on the Germantown Red Devils in this week’s MSCS High School Game Day matchup! Hear from host Marcus Taylor as we preview the rematch and Senior Night at Southwind.
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