🚀 8TH GRADERS: YOUR FUTURE IS CALLING! 🚀
Ready to explore careers in Welding, Construction, Fire Rescue, Criminal Justice, Modeling & Simulation, Cosmetology & Barbering?
Join us for the CTE EXPLORATION TOUR at A. Philip Randolph Career Academies!
📅 NOVEMBER 18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (includes travel time)
📍 1157 Golfair Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Try it. Ask questions. Discover your path.
Visit campus, meet students & instructors, and experience hands-on program demos!
⚠️ ONLY 20 SPOTS AVAILABLE!
Interested? Contact Ms. Kulwicki for a permission slip:
📧 kulwickid@duvalschools.org
#CTE #CareerAcademies #FutureReady #8thGrade #DuvalSchools #APR #ExploreYourFuture #CareerTechEd #JacksonvilleFL #ChaffeeTrailMiddle
Ready to explore careers in Welding, Construction, Fire Rescue, Criminal Justice, Modeling & Simulation, Cosmetology & Barbering?
Join us for the CTE EXPLORATION TOUR at A. Philip Randolph Career Academies!
📅 NOVEMBER 18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (includes travel time)
📍 1157 Golfair Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Try it. Ask questions. Discover your path.
Visit campus, meet students & instructors, and experience hands-on program demos!
⚠️ ONLY 20 SPOTS AVAILABLE!
Interested? Contact Ms. Kulwicki for a permission slip:
📧 kulwickid@duvalschools.org
#CTE #CareerAcademies #FutureReady #8thGrade #DuvalSchools #APR #ExploreYourFuture #CareerTechEd #JacksonvilleFL #ChaffeeTrailMiddle
❤️ PULSE OF THE DISTRICT - DAY 5: RELAY ❤️
FRIDAY FOCUS: RELAY - Be Ready to Save a Life.
We're closing Pulse of the District with one final challenge: RELAY what you know.
This week, you learned how to recognize cardiac arrest, respond with Hands-Only CPR, retrieve and use an AED, and react during an emergency.
Today, teach someone else. Show a friend, teammate, parent, sibling, or trusted adult what you learned. Ask them: "Would you know what to do if someone suddenly collapsed?"
Lifesaving knowledge becomes even more powerful when we share it.
🧠 TRIVIA: Which action could help make your community safer?
A. Keep lifesaving information to yourself
B. Teach someone else what you learned
C. Wait until someone has an emergency to learn
Answer: B - Teach someone else what you learned.
🎯 ACTIVITY: The Lifesaving Relay! Give students 2-3 minutes to teach a partner one thing they learned this week. Then challenge the partner to teach someone else.
Students can relay:
Recognizing cardiac arrest
Calling 911
Hands-Only CPR
The 100-120 compression rhythm
Finding an AED
The steps to respond
Why early action matters
One trained person can influence an entire family, team, or community. When one person teaches another, that knowledge can continue to spread through families, teams, schools, workplaces, and communities. The more people who are prepared to respond, the more likely someone will be ready to help when an emergency happens.
Finish strong — each student identifies one person OUTSIDE the classroom they will teach something to this week.
You can be the reason someone lives.
Be ready to act.
#PulseOfTheDistrict #WorldHeartWeek #OneDistrictOnePulse #Relay #BeReadyToSaveALife #TeachCPR #DCPS #AmericanHeartAssociation
FRIDAY FOCUS: RELAY - Be Ready to Save a Life.
We're closing Pulse of the District with one final challenge: RELAY what you know.
This week, you learned how to recognize cardiac arrest, respond with Hands-Only CPR, retrieve and use an AED, and react during an emergency.
Today, teach someone else. Show a friend, teammate, parent, sibling, or trusted adult what you learned. Ask them: "Would you know what to do if someone suddenly collapsed?"
Lifesaving knowledge becomes even more powerful when we share it.
🧠 TRIVIA: Which action could help make your community safer?
A. Keep lifesaving information to yourself
B. Teach someone else what you learned
C. Wait until someone has an emergency to learn
Answer: B - Teach someone else what you learned.
🎯 ACTIVITY: The Lifesaving Relay! Give students 2-3 minutes to teach a partner one thing they learned this week. Then challenge the partner to teach someone else.
Students can relay:
Recognizing cardiac arrest
Calling 911
Hands-Only CPR
The 100-120 compression rhythm
Finding an AED
The steps to respond
Why early action matters
One trained person can influence an entire family, team, or community. When one person teaches another, that knowledge can continue to spread through families, teams, schools, workplaces, and communities. The more people who are prepared to respond, the more likely someone will be ready to help when an emergency happens.
Finish strong — each student identifies one person OUTSIDE the classroom they will teach something to this week.
You can be the reason someone lives.
Be ready to act.
#PulseOfTheDistrict #WorldHeartWeek #OneDistrictOnePulse #Relay #BeReadyToSaveALife #TeachCPR #DCPS #AmericanHeartAssociation
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! 📚✨
Stop by and discover stories, history, and heroes that have shaped our world. From Frida to Cesar Chavez to Celia Cruz — there's so much to read, learn, and be inspired by.
Read about Hispanic Heritage!
Stop by and discover stories, history, and heroes that have shaped our world. From Frida to Cesar Chavez to Celia Cruz — there's so much to read, learn, and be inspired by.
Read about Hispanic Heritage!
Is the renewal of the 1-mill a tax increase?
No. It is not an increase. It is a continuation.
The 1 mill is the same as what Duval County voters approved in 2022. If renewed, it would continue for another four years and help restore funding lost from other sources.
The 1 mill must be renewed by voters every four years to remain in effect.
Learn more about the 1-mill referendum and find answers to frequently asked questions by visiting our website. www.duvalschools.org/vote
For Teachers. For Students. For Duval. Our Progress Continues.
No. It is not an increase. It is a continuation.
The 1 mill is the same as what Duval County voters approved in 2022. If renewed, it would continue for another four years and help restore funding lost from other sources.
The 1 mill must be renewed by voters every four years to remain in effect.
Learn more about the 1-mill referendum and find answers to frequently asked questions by visiting our website. www.duvalschools.org/vote
For Teachers. For Students. For Duval. Our Progress Continues.
DND Club meets Friday 10/2 at 815AM
❤️ PULSE OF THE DISTRICT - DAY 4: REACT ❤️
THURSDAY FOCUS: REACT - Work together. Every second counts.
You've learned to RECOGNIZE cardiac arrest, RESPOND with Hands-Only CPR, and RETRIEVE an AED. Today, it's time to REACT.
Scenario: Someone collapses at school, during practice, or at a game. They're unresponsive and not breathing normally. What do you do?
Call 911. Start Hands-Only CPR. Send someone for the AED. Use it as soon as it arrives. Don't just memorize the steps — picture yourself using them. Being prepared can help you react quickly when every second counts.
🧠 TRIVIA: Someone suddenly collapses, is unresponsive, and is not breathing normally. Which sequence is correct?
A. Wait → Call a friend → Find an AED
B. Call 911 → Start Hands-Only CPR → Get an AED → Follow the AED prompts
C. Get water → Move them → Wait for help
Answer: B - Call 911 → Start Hands-Only CPR → Get an AED → Follow the AED prompts
🎯 ACTIVITY: 60-Second Emergency Challenge! Give students one minute to determine:
Who calls 911?
Who starts CPR?
Who retrieves the AED?
What happens when the AED arrives?
It's not just memorizing steps — it's about teamwork.
Be ready to act.
#PulseOfTheDistrict #WorldHeartWeek #OneDistrictOnePulse #React #EverySecondCounts #Teamwork #DCPS #BeReadyToAct
Option 2 - Short for Instagram / Facebook:
DAY 4️⃣ - REACT ⏱️
World Heart Week • Sept 28 - Oct 2
RECOGNIZE. RESPOND. RETRIEVE. Now — REACT.
Someone collapses. They’re not breathing. What do you do?
✅ Call 911
✅ Start Hands-Only CPR
✅ Send someone for the AED
✅ Follow AED prompts
60 seconds. That’s all you have to decide who does what. Are you ready?
#PulseOfTheDistrict #React
THURSDAY FOCUS: REACT - Work together. Every second counts.
You've learned to RECOGNIZE cardiac arrest, RESPOND with Hands-Only CPR, and RETRIEVE an AED. Today, it's time to REACT.
Scenario: Someone collapses at school, during practice, or at a game. They're unresponsive and not breathing normally. What do you do?
Call 911. Start Hands-Only CPR. Send someone for the AED. Use it as soon as it arrives. Don't just memorize the steps — picture yourself using them. Being prepared can help you react quickly when every second counts.
🧠 TRIVIA: Someone suddenly collapses, is unresponsive, and is not breathing normally. Which sequence is correct?
A. Wait → Call a friend → Find an AED
B. Call 911 → Start Hands-Only CPR → Get an AED → Follow the AED prompts
C. Get water → Move them → Wait for help
Answer: B - Call 911 → Start Hands-Only CPR → Get an AED → Follow the AED prompts
🎯 ACTIVITY: 60-Second Emergency Challenge! Give students one minute to determine:
Who calls 911?
Who starts CPR?
Who retrieves the AED?
What happens when the AED arrives?
It's not just memorizing steps — it's about teamwork.
Be ready to act.
#PulseOfTheDistrict #WorldHeartWeek #OneDistrictOnePulse #React #EverySecondCounts #Teamwork #DCPS #BeReadyToAct
Option 2 - Short for Instagram / Facebook:
DAY 4️⃣ - REACT ⏱️
World Heart Week • Sept 28 - Oct 2
RECOGNIZE. RESPOND. RETRIEVE. Now — REACT.
Someone collapses. They’re not breathing. What do you do?
✅ Call 911
✅ Start Hands-Only CPR
✅ Send someone for the AED
✅ Follow AED prompts
60 seconds. That’s all you have to decide who does what. Are you ready?
#PulseOfTheDistrict #React
Yearbook Club meeting 10/1 canceled
Students of the Week!!!
Noah B.
Noah has been a service worker in the library since the first week of school. He has been willing and uncomplaining to help get our library back on its feet by sorting books, breaking down boxes, moving furniture, moving books, and delivering laminations to teachers, etc. He is so willing to help in any way; I want him to know he is appreciated. ~ Ms. Segers
Avery H.
Avery always stays on top of her responsibilities but is always willing to assist others when asked. She is a big helper in my class and helps make the class go smoothly. ~ Mr. Lovins
Noah B.
Noah has been a service worker in the library since the first week of school. He has been willing and uncomplaining to help get our library back on its feet by sorting books, breaking down boxes, moving furniture, moving books, and delivering laminations to teachers, etc. He is so willing to help in any way; I want him to know he is appreciated. ~ Ms. Segers
Avery H.
Avery always stays on top of her responsibilities but is always willing to assist others when asked. She is a big helper in my class and helps make the class go smoothly. ~ Mr. Lovins
Calling all 7th graders! Join us for music, food, and fun at the Halloween Bash!
🗓️ When: Friday, October 23rd 6:00 - 8:00pm
📍 Where: MMS Breezeway / Courtyard
👻 Costumes: Encouraged! They must be school-appropriate and follow the dress code (no masks allowed).
🎟️ Tickets: $10 must be purchased online at MMSPTSA.givebacks.com/store
⏰ Deadline: Ticket sales end Oct. 21st!
⚠️ Limit: Only the first 150 students will be able to join the fun, so don't delay—get your ticket today!
🗓️ When: Friday, October 23rd 6:00 - 8:00pm
📍 Where: MMS Breezeway / Courtyard
👻 Costumes: Encouraged! They must be school-appropriate and follow the dress code (no masks allowed).
🎟️ Tickets: $10 must be purchased online at MMSPTSA.givebacks.com/store
⏰ Deadline: Ticket sales end Oct. 21st!
⚠️ Limit: Only the first 150 students will be able to join the fun, so don't delay—get your ticket today!
Boo Grams are coming! Send a little "boo" to your friends and teachers! $1 each.
🎃 In-Person Sales: Oct. 22nd–29th before school in the breezeway and by the auditorium.
👻 Online Sales: Oct. 5th–29th at MMSPTSA.givebacks.com/store. Perfect for parents sending a gram to their student, or anyone who wants to skip the line!
🦇 Delivery: All Boo Grams will be delivered on Oct. 30 during 7th period.
🎃 In-Person Sales: Oct. 22nd–29th before school in the breezeway and by the auditorium.
👻 Online Sales: Oct. 5th–29th at MMSPTSA.givebacks.com/store. Perfect for parents sending a gram to their student, or anyone who wants to skip the line!
🦇 Delivery: All Boo Grams will be delivered on Oct. 30 during 7th period.
Don't get them confused!
What will you see on the ballot?
Constitutional Amendment 3 and the Duval County Public Schools 1-mill referendum are separate ballot items with different purposes. This graphic shows the ballot language voters will see for each.
Take a look so you know what to expect when reviewing your November 3 ballot.
For more information about the 1-mill referendum, visit www.duvalschools.org/vote
For Teachers. For Students. For Duval. Our Progress Continues.
What will you see on the ballot?
Constitutional Amendment 3 and the Duval County Public Schools 1-mill referendum are separate ballot items with different purposes. This graphic shows the ballot language voters will see for each.
Take a look so you know what to expect when reviewing your November 3 ballot.
For more information about the 1-mill referendum, visit www.duvalschools.org/vote
For Teachers. For Students. For Duval. Our Progress Continues.
⛪️ Reminder! FCA meets TOMORROW — Thursday 10/1 at 8:15 AM in the Media Center!
❤️ PULSE OF THE DISTRICT - DAY 3: RETRIEVE ❤️
WEDNESDAY FOCUS: RETRIEVE - Know your AED.
During cardiac arrest, CPR keeps blood moving, while an AED - or automated external defibrillator - can analyze the heart rhythm and deliver a shock when needed.
AEDs provide step-by-step instructions, so don't be afraid to use one. Your challenge today is simple: Find out where the AEDs are located on your school campus. In an emergency, knowing where to go can save valuable time.
🧠 TRIVIA: What is the primary purpose of an AED?
A. To measure someone's blood pressure
B. To analyze heart rhythm and deliver a shock when appropriate
C. To replace CPR
Answer: B - To analyze heart rhythm and deliver a shock when appropriate.
🎯 ACTIVITY: Find Your AED Challenge! Ask students to identify the location of the nearest AED to their classroom, gym, athletic field, cafeteria, or other frequently used areas.
Then ask: "If someone collapsed here, how would someone get the AED while another person calls 911 and begins CPR?"
Do YOU know where your AED is?
#PulseOfTheDistrict #WorldHeartWeek #OneDistrictOnePulse #Retrieve #KnowYourAED #AED #DCPS #BeReadyToAct
WEDNESDAY FOCUS: RETRIEVE - Know your AED.
During cardiac arrest, CPR keeps blood moving, while an AED - or automated external defibrillator - can analyze the heart rhythm and deliver a shock when needed.
AEDs provide step-by-step instructions, so don't be afraid to use one. Your challenge today is simple: Find out where the AEDs are located on your school campus. In an emergency, knowing where to go can save valuable time.
🧠 TRIVIA: What is the primary purpose of an AED?
A. To measure someone's blood pressure
B. To analyze heart rhythm and deliver a shock when appropriate
C. To replace CPR
Answer: B - To analyze heart rhythm and deliver a shock when appropriate.
🎯 ACTIVITY: Find Your AED Challenge! Ask students to identify the location of the nearest AED to their classroom, gym, athletic field, cafeteria, or other frequently used areas.
Then ask: "If someone collapsed here, how would someone get the AED while another person calls 911 and begins CPR?"
Do YOU know where your AED is?
#PulseOfTheDistrict #WorldHeartWeek #OneDistrictOnePulse #Retrieve #KnowYourAED #AED #DCPS #BeReadyToAct
🏐 GAME DAY ALERT! 🏐
Mandarin vs Arlington — HOME GAME!
📅 September 30th | ⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 MMS Gym
Come pack the stands and cheer on our girls! 💙🖤
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased on gofan.co — no cash at the door!
#MandarinVolleyball #HomeGame #MMS
Mandarin vs Arlington — HOME GAME!
📅 September 30th | ⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 MMS Gym
Come pack the stands and cheer on our girls! 💙🖤
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased on gofan.co — no cash at the door!
#MandarinVolleyball #HomeGame #MMS
Art club meets 9/30 815 am
🏅 YEARBOOK COVER CONTEST IS ON! 🏅
Mandarin Middle School Hawks, it's your time to DESIGN THE COVER. MAKE HISTORY.
This year's theme is: GO FOR THE GOLD - Academics, Arts, and Athletics
Think champions, think legends, think YOU on the cover of history!
Requirements:
📧 Submit electronically to kellyc2@duvalschools.org
⭐ Theme must be included
🗓️ Deadline: 12/15/2026
🚫 No copyrighted images - original work only
✅ School-appropriate
Prizes for 1st and 2nd place! Your Design. Your Legacy. GO FOR THE GOLD!
❤️ PULSE OF THE DISTRICT - DAY 2: RESPOND ❤️
WORLD HEART DAY - September 29!
TUESDAY FOCUS: RESPOND - Learn Hands-Only CPR.
If a person collapses, is unresponsive, and isn't breathing normally: Call 911, send someone to retrieve an AED, and begin Hands-Only CPR.
How? Place your hands in the center of the chest and push hard and fast at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. Continue until an AED or emergency help arrives.
What you learn today could one day help you save a friend, teammate, family member, or even a stranger.
🧠 TRIVIA: What is the recommended rhythm for adult CPR chest compressions?
A. 40-60 compressions per minute
B. 100-120 compressions per minute
C. 100-180 compressions per minute
Answer: B - 100-120 compressions per minute.
🎵 ACTIVITY: Find the Beat Challenge! Have students find a song with a beat close to 100-120 BPM and clap or tap along. Hint: Check out AHA's "Don't Drop the Beat" playlist!
Students in Physical Education & HOPE will practice HOCPR in class.
Be ready to act.
#WorldHeartDay #PulseOfTheDistrict #OneDistrictOnePulse #Respond #HandsOnlyCPR #LearnCPR #DCPS #September29
WORLD HEART DAY - September 29!
TUESDAY FOCUS: RESPOND - Learn Hands-Only CPR.
If a person collapses, is unresponsive, and isn't breathing normally: Call 911, send someone to retrieve an AED, and begin Hands-Only CPR.
How? Place your hands in the center of the chest and push hard and fast at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. Continue until an AED or emergency help arrives.
What you learn today could one day help you save a friend, teammate, family member, or even a stranger.
🧠 TRIVIA: What is the recommended rhythm for adult CPR chest compressions?
A. 40-60 compressions per minute
B. 100-120 compressions per minute
C. 100-180 compressions per minute
Answer: B - 100-120 compressions per minute.
🎵 ACTIVITY: Find the Beat Challenge! Have students find a song with a beat close to 100-120 BPM and clap or tap along. Hint: Check out AHA's "Don't Drop the Beat" playlist!
Students in Physical Education & HOPE will practice HOCPR in class.
Be ready to act.
#WorldHeartDay #PulseOfTheDistrict #OneDistrictOnePulse #Respond #HandsOnlyCPR #LearnCPR #DCPS #September29
🎮 ESPORTS GAME DAY! 💙🖤
Only students on the Esports Team will attend today's match.
🕓 Match Time: 4:00 - 5:30 PM, Tuesday, 9/29
📍 Location: Computer Lab
🚗 Parent Pick-Up: Front of the school
Let's go Hawks! #GoHawks #MandarinMiddle #Esports
Hawks! Don't forget our Chick-fil-A Spirit Day fundraiser on Tuesday, September 29th, from 6 am to 8 pm at the Mandarin Chick-fil-A on Oak Bluff Lane. 20% of sales come back to Mandarin Middle for student incentives and activities. Make sure to mention Mandarin Middle School when you order — drive-thru only!
🍂🎤 IT'S CONCERT SEASON! 🎶
Join us for our MMS Fall Orchestra Concert!
Our talented Hawks have been working hard, and you don't want to miss this night of music!
📅 October 1st
⏰6:00 PM
📍 @ Mandarin Middle School
🎟️ Tickets $5
Get your tickets early & visit MMSARTS4All.com for more info!
