THE 2ND ANNUAL CTE CAREER ACADEMY SHOWCASE – You're invited to this free community event where Duval’s educators and students shine! Highlighting all 67 of the district’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Academies and programs, this event offers students and teachers a platform to share their innovative work with families and the broader community. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with academy staff and students, explore the unique programs offered across the district, and receive expert guidance from CTE staff on navigating the application process. No advanced registration is required. This event takes place Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Adam W. Herbert University Center at the University of North Florida. The address is 12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224
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Attention 8th Grade Families!
Our 8th Grade Transition to High School Night will be held on Thursday, October 9th, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM at Joseph Stilwell Middle School.
This is a great opportunity for students and families to learn about high school programs, meet representatives, and begin planning for a successful transition to high school life.
The following high schools will be in attendance:
Andrew Jackson, A. Philip Randolph Career Academies, Edward White, Frank H. Peterson Academies, Jean Ribault, KIPP, Paxon, Riverside, Terry Parker, and Westside.
We encourage all 8th grade students and their families to attend — let’s get ready for high school success, Mustangs! 🐴✨
🚨8th Grade Parent Chaperones Needed! 🚨
Want to join the fun and support our students?
All chaperones must complete a volunteer application and pass a Level II background check ($74.50 fee).
⏳ Processing takes 3 to 4 weeks, so please start early.
📲 Application Link: Volunteer Registration
Please email the 8th grade sponsor Ms. Reddin for more information. Email: reddinj@duvalschools.org
Dear Mustang Families,
Please check your student each morning to ensure they are fully in dress code before arriving on campus.
Dress Code Reminders:
All skirts and shorts must be mid-thigh length or longer.
Assigned color polos are worn Monday–Thursday; spirit shirts may be worn on Fridays.
Jackets must match the assigned polo color and may not have hoods.
Students who are not in compliance will receive a dress code violation and will be required to call their guardians immediately.
Arrival Reminders for Car Riders and Walkers:
The first bell rings at 9:30 a.m.
After 9:25 a.m., all students must enter through the main doors (not the bus loop).
Thank you for partnering with us to ensure a safe and respectful learning environment for all Mustangs.
Good afternoon, Trailblazers!
I’m excited to announce that we have officially selected our football and volleyball teams for the 2025–2026 school year!
Attached to this email, you will find:
Game schedules
This year, we are also introducing themed football games to help build school spirit and community pride ( attached to football schedule).
We encourage all faculty and staff to attend our after-school sporting events—our student-athletes would love your support from the stands!
In addition, we are launching our team stores where you can purchase athletic spirit wear. Links are attached below.
Thank you for supporting Trailblazer Athletics! Go Mustangs!
Football store: Home | Chaffee Trail Middle Football
https://stores.inksoft.com/ctms_football/shop/home
Volleyball Store: Home | Chaffee Trail Middle Volleyball
https://stores.inksoft.com/ctms_volleyball/shop/home
Pearls of Perfection is here at Chaffee Trail Middle! This mentoring program is designed to help our Lady Mustangs shine by building Purpose, Empowerment, Achievement, Responsibility, Leadership, and Sisterhood (P.E.A.R.L.S.).
Through sisterhood, service, and leadership opportunities, Pearls of Perfection encourages young ladies to discover their strengths, set meaningful goals, and grow into confident leaders in school, the community, and beyond.
💎🐎 Together, we are saddled up for success — one Pearl at a time!
Good afternoon, Mustangs!
First, a big congratulations to everyone who made the football and volleyball teams — way to go, Mustangs!
Next, a reminder: the Sports Physical Van will be here at Chaffee Trail Middle School to give out FREE sports physicals. Remember, you must have your paperwork printed and in hand — no exceptions!
And finally, Attention Ladies! Flag football paperwork is due by September 19th, and tryouts will start on September 29th. Please see coach Howard for more information
That’s all for today, Mustangs — let’s keep up the great work congratulate our student athletes
We need your support! We have a few 7th graders who need uniform assistance. Would you be willing to help?
We need grey polos size Youth Large and Youth XL
We need pants size 8/10/12 boys and girls
Please drop off in the main office or mail to Dr. Tyson-White 11770 Sam Caruso Way
https://a.co/d/0x8ox90
Total Impact made two deliveries last week (8/12 & 8/15). We gave all of the orders to students to take home. If you have any questions please call the main office.
This is a final reminder that hoodies are not allowed on campus. Hoodies will be taken and put on hold until a parent is available to r pick-up. Additionally, all jackets and sweaters MUST match the polo shirt (Navy, Grey, or Blue).
We have given several warnings about the length of skirts. This week we will issue dress code violations. Please check the length of your student's skirt. The skirts are extremely short in the back and are not appropriate for school.
Thank you for your support.
P.S. Everyone has done really well with uniform compliance. We are very very happy!
Calling all student-athletes!
TACKLE Football Tryouts
Tryouts will begin this week at 4:30 PM after school.
All students must report to the gym first and remain seated until receiving clearance from Coach Howard before getting dressed and heading to the field.
if you are not cleared, you cannot try out — no exceptions.
Girls Volleyball Tryouts
Tryouts will begin on Wednesday, August 20th at 4:45 PM after school.
Please wear appropriate shorts and athletic shoes for tryouts.
Remember: All paperwork and required NFHS courses must be completed before you are eligible to try out. No exceptions!
If you have any questions, see Coach Howard.
Good luck to all the trailblazers who will be trying out this week!
Cheerleading
Cheerleading is back! there will be a mandatory cheerleading Parent interest meeting this Thursday August 20th at 6pm in the gym.
Please see Ms. Murray or Mr. Simmons for more information.
First Day of School is August 11th
School Hours 9:30-4:15
Students cannot be on campus before 9:00am
If you need before school childcare please apply online DCPS Extended Day website. If you have questions please email Ms. Martin (martinV@duvalschools.org)
Free Breakfast
Free Lunch (no food deliveries)
Supply List- 3 inch binder, dividers, notebook, 3 composition notebooks, pens, pencils, and notebook paper.
Please consider donating tennis balls, Kleenex, and disinfectant wipes.
Make sure you are uniform ready on the 1st day of school.
6th Grade-Navy Blue Polo Shirt
7th Grade-Grey Polo Shirt
8th Grade-Royal Blue Shirt
All Jackets and Sweaters MUST be the same color as the polo shirt.
NO CROCS or Backless Shoes
Bottoms MUST be Khaki or Navy Blue (No JEANS, NO GYM Shorts, No Pajama Bottoms)
No Headscarves or Bonnets
No Ski-Mask
Headphones and Air pods cannot be visible
Clear or Mesh bookbags are preferred but not required
Please make sure you register for your bus route on Focus
You can check your assigned route on OneView
Sports Tryouts will begin in August. We will send the dates via Thrillshare.
Free Physicals at Chaffee August 7th
Free Tdap Immunizations at Chaffee Middle August 28th
If you have any questions, please call the main office 904-630-6630
