CELEBRATING SCHOOL COUNSELORS — Team Duval is proud to recognize National School Counseling Week and the incredible impact our more than 240 school counselors make every single day. They advocate for students, help them navigate their academic journeys, and guide them toward their goals. Our success as an A-rated district with a 97.6% graduation rate would not be possible without these dedicated professionals. As part of this special week, dozens of counselors gathered at the Schultz Center for their annual conference, focused on building student “superpowers” like grit and resilience – perfectly aligned with the national theme of helping students thrive and preparing them for college, career, and life. Their commitment to growing their own “superpowers” directly fuels student success across Team Duval. Join us in thanking our outstanding school counselors for the lasting difference they make in our schools and community!

about 2 months ago, Duval County Public Schools
Five counselors stand together in the Schultz Center and smile at the camera
Three counselors hold up signs with superhero verbiage and smile at the camera.
Two counselors hold up signs with superhero verbiage and smile at the camera.
Two counselors smile at the camera as they sit posed together in the Schultz auditorium.

Greetings Parents,

Thursday, December 4th, 2025, at 5:30pm is our Transition to High School Night. Please come out and gather information about how you can prepare your child for high school and receive some information on how to determine which high school is best for your child.

We look forward to seeing everyone!

Thanks,

Dr. Mosley
Assistant Principal

4 months ago, Jerome Mosley
Transition to High School Night December 4, 2025 at 5:30pm

REGISTER FOR A BUS TODAY - Bus registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. All students who plan to ride a school bus next year must be registered in advance, including students enrolled in self-contained ESE programs. Families are encouraged to register as early as possible to help ensure a smooth start to the school year. Registration forms are available in Focus. For step-by-step instructions on how to complete the process, visit: www.duvalschools.org/busregistration

10 days ago, Duval County Public Schools
Don't Miss the Bus! Bus Registration is open now. Is your child riding a bus in 2026-27? Register now in Focus.
On October 2, we celebrate National Custodial Worker's Recognition Day.
6 months ago, Mattie V. Rutherford
Picture of Principal Milliner-Smith with our custodial staff
Everyone here at Mattie V. Rutherford is celebrating ! Our very own, Mrs. T. Smith, is a Breast Cancer Survivor!!
6 months ago, Mattie V. Rutherford
Mattie V. Rutherford is celebrating that one of our own is a breast cancer survivor. Mrs. T. Smith

NEW Student Orientation will be held on August 5th and August7th at 10:00am. Please arrive on time.

8 months ago, Mattie V. Rutherford
INSPIRING GUEST SPEAKERS – Students at Mattie V. Rutherford Alternative Middle received a special treat thanks to the recent “Young, Gifted, and Talented” Symposium held at the school. The event, hosted by Principal Sadie Milliner-Smith and teacher JoAnn Walker, featured young African American attorneys. Speakers shared about the structure and function of the judicial branch, as well as their roles as attorneys.
about 1 year ago, Duval County Public Schools
panel of african american attorneys speak at mattie v rutherford
panel of african american attorneys speak at mattie v rutherford