📅 Young Middle School - Week At-A-Glance (Sept 21–26) 🏐 Volleyball vs King MS 🗓️ Thursday, Sept 24 @ 5:45 PM 📍 King MS 🏈 Football vs Sutton MS 🗓️ Saturday, Sept 26 @ 12:00 PM 📍 Lakewood Stadium Come out and support our teams this week! 🐺🔥 #LearnGrowAchieve

🚨 REMINDER: Monday, Sept 21st is an Early Release Day at Young Middle School! Students dismiss at 1:15 PM. No after-school activities or practices will take place. Please ensure pickup or bus arrangements are ready for 1:15 PM! 🐺❤️🖤

Parents and families, get ready to learn, connect, and grow with Atlanta Public Schools this fall! 📚✨ The Parent University Fall Webinar Series is designed to help families navigate the processes, resources, and supports that shape their child’s educational experience. From screen time and student behavior to Exceptional Education, IEP and 504 plans, report cards, student-athletes, and more, each session will provide valuable information, helpful tools, and direct connections to APS departments. Select the topics that matter most to your family and join us as we continue working together to support student success! 💻🙌 #ParentUniversity #APSExcellence #AtlantaPublicSchools

Her Legacy Lives Here Learn more about JCY in our legacy newsletter as we celebrate her life and memory as an educator and advocate for children. Read today: app.smore.com/n/6e07b #HerLegacyLivesHere #JCYMS #Wolfpack

Do you know the woman behind our name? 🎓 This week, JCYMS honors Jean Childs Young—educator, civil rights leader, and champion for children. She believed in education and the potential of our youth. Her legacy lives here. ❤️ #HerLegacyLivesHere #JeanChildsYoung #JCYMS #APS

Behind every successful school year is an incredible team of dedicated professionals. As we prepare to welcome students back, Atlanta Public Schools is proud to be Day One Ready: ✅ More than 3,000 teachers ready to inspire, challenge, and support students. ✅ More than 600 paraprofessionals prepared to provide critical classroom support every day. ✅ 0 Principal vacancies ✅ 0 Bus Driver vacancies ✅ Just 1 Teacher vacancy districtwide That means virtually every classroom is staffed and ready for learning on Day One. To every teacher, paraprofessional, bus driver, school nutrition professional, custodian, counselor, administrator, and support staff member: Thank you for making this possible. Your commitment is what makes APS strong. Our strength isn't just in our numbers, it's in our people. #OurStrengthIsOurTeam #APSExcellence #TeamAPS #BackToSchool

🐺 Happy First Day of School, Wolfpack Families! 🐾 ⏰ Quick Reminders for Today: • Doors Open: 8:45 AM • School Starts: 9:15 AM • Dismissal: 4:15 PM 🚗 Car Riders: Parent pickup line is located on Lynhurst Drive. Staff will be outside to assist! Questions? Call 404-802-5900

Save the date, Wolfpack! It’s almost time for the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony. 🗓️5/20/26 🕙 10:30 AM 📍 JCY Gym Be sure to check the dress code in the flyer and remember: Rehearsal attendance is mandatory to participate! Let’s celebrate our scholars! 🎓👏 #JCYMS #ClassOf2026

Our educators are the heart of everything we do. This week, we’re going all out to celebrate their dedication, passion, and hard work. To our amazing staff: Your hard work does not go unnoticed. #TeacherAppreciationWeek #YoungMiddleSchool #JCYMS #thankaneducator

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the amazing ladies in the front office and The DEN! 🌟 Ms. Nowell 🌟 Mrs. Barnes 🌟 Mrs. McMillan 🌟 Ms. Williamson Thank you for making YMS the best place to learn and grow! 🍎💻 #YMS #TheDEN #WolfPack #ThankYou

You bet your bottom dollar this show is going to be amazing! ☀️🐾 Check out the teaser for Young Middle School’s production of Annie Jr. below. Mark your calendars for April 23rd & 24th at 5:30 PM! 📽️ Watch now: piped.video/g3gpRG_wE3o?si=KkQ2… #AnnieJr #YMSWolves #SchoolMusical"

Power Up APS is back! This summer, Atlanta Public Schools students can participate in fun, academically focused programs including Xanadu, SMESEA, Level Up Math, Extended School Year, and more! 🗓 June 1–26, 2026 ⏰ Elementary: 7:45 AM–2:15 PM ⏰ Middle: 9:15 AM–4:15 PM ⏰ High: 8:45 AM–1:00 PM 📌 Registration closes May 1, 2026 Elementary & Middle students can register now at survey.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe…. High school students should check with their school counselor for details. Spots fill fast — don’t miss the chance to Power Up your summer! #APSProud #PowerUpAPS #SummerLearning #APSExcellence

It takes a pack to lead! 🐺 Happy #AssistantPrincipalsWeek to: 👏 Mr. Hister 👏 Mr. Blackmon 👏 Dr. Bennett 👏 Ms. Moore-Williams Thank you for supporting our students & staff every day at @apsyoungms ! 🐾✨ #APWeek26 #YMSStrong #TheDen #SchoolLeadership #latepost

Don't be the one asking to see your friend's book—get your own and keep the memories forever. 🎓✨ 📅 FINAL DEADLINE: April 12th 💻 WHERE TO BUY: ybpay.lifetouch.com 🔑 SCHOOL CODE: 15136826

📢 YMS April Update: 🏖️ Spring Break: April 6-10 (Classes resume April 13) 📸 Yearbook Deadline: April 12! Don't miss out. 💻 Order: ybpay.lifetouch.com 🔑 Code: 15136826 Check the link-app.smore.com/n/1c0f4 for more! #YoungMiddle #SchoolNews

¡Atención padres de futuros estudiantes de 6.º grado! ¿Su hijo/a se unirá a Jean Childs Young MS? 🐾 Acompáñenos en una sesión informativa esencial sobre la transición a la escuela secundaria. Martes, 14 de abril 5:30 PM 3116 Benjamin E. Mays Dr. SW ¡Los esperamos!

📢 Jean Childs Young Middle School Title I Input Meeting 🗓 Date: March 31, 2026 ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM–7:30 PM (EN) / 5:30 PM–6:30 PM (ES) 📍 Where: 3116 Benjamin E. Mays Dr. Help us support our students' needs! ¡Acompáñenos y comparta sus ideas!

Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: scholastic.com/bf/youngmiddl… #scholasticbookfairs