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!

17 days 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.

Good Afternoon Southside Middle School Families!

We are excited about the upcoming week!
Click here for the Knight Life Family Newsletter with School Updates and Information:
https://app.smore.com/n/c3d80

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

5 days ago, Southside Middle School
Knight Life

Great Day Southside Middle School Families!
Students received their FAST PM2 Score Reports last week. If you did not see your student score report, please contact the office for a copy.

Here is the latest edition of the Knight Life Parent Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/y19rd

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

12 days ago, Southside Middle School
Knight Life

Good Afternoon Southside Middle School Families!

We are excited about the upcoming week!
Please check out the latest edition of the Knight Life Family Newsletter with school updates and information.

Knight Life Link: https://app.smore.com/n/rvz9j

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

19 days ago, Southside Middle School
Knight Life
Join us for the Southside Middle School SAC Mid-Year Stakeholder's Meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 5:00 pm in the Media Center.

SAC Mid-Year Stakeholder's Meeting Agenda:
•Mid-Year School Data
•Problem Identification and Analysis
•School Improvement Plan
•Community Involvement and Engagement
•Title 1 Schoolwide Plan
25 days ago, Southside Middle School
Mid-Year Meeting
Mid Year
Mid Year

Good Afternoon Southside Middle School Families!

We are excited about the upcoming week!
Please see the Knight Life Family Newsletter with School Updates and Information.

Knight Life Link: https://app.smore.com/n/4093x

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

26 days ago, Southside Middle School
Knight Life
Kona Ice is coming to Southside tomorrow, Friday, January 23! Students may visit the Kona Ice Truck during lunch time.

Prices for Kona Ice:
Klassic: $4.00
King: $5.00
Color Change $6.00
Kowabunga: $7.00
29 days ago, Southside Middle School
Kona
FREE Tutoring is available for all Southside Middle School students on Wednesday and Thursdays each week at the following times:

Wednesday and Thursday Tutoring Times:
Morning Tutoring Time: 8:00-9:00 am
Afternoon Tutoring Time: 4:30-5:30 pm

A tutoring session is also available on Tuesdays at 4:30-5:30 pm

Students may report to the Cafeteria for each tutoring session at the tutoring times.

Tutoring Subjects:
Reading
Math
Science
Civics
Biology
Algebra

We look forward to seeing our students in Tutoring!
about 1 month ago, Southside Middle School
Tutoring
Tutoring
Tutoring

Greetings Southside Middle School Families!

We are excited about the upcoming week!
Click here for the Knight Life Family Newsletter with School Updates and Information:

Knight Life Link: https://app.smore.com/n/0bjxa

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

about 1 month ago, Southside Middle School
Knight Life Jan. 19

Good Afternoon Southside Middle School Families!

Happy New Year!

We are excited about the upcoming week! Students return to school Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
Click here for the Knight Life Family Newsletter with School Updates and Information:

Knight Life Link: https://app.smore.com/n/uajqy

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

about 2 months ago, Southside Middle School
Jan. 4
TEACHER BECOMES FOSTER CAREGIVER – This Team Duval Shoutout celebrates the generosity that Southside Middle School teacher Whitney Greenwell demonstrated to a former student in need. Greenwell, upon hearing that she needed a place to stay, became a temporary foster caregiver. Colleague Liz Lawrence shares more: “During those months, Ms. Greenwell provided safety, structure, and steady support, took her to college orientation, moved her into her dorm, and stayed closely involved in helping her prepare for her next chapter. They remain connected and plan to celebrate the holidays together, showing the lasting impact a caring teacher can have and how one compassionate decision can change a life.” Thank you, Ms. Greenwell, for going the extra mile to demonstrate kindness!
2 months ago, Duval County Public Schools
Whtiney Greenwell and student

Good Afternoon Southside Middle School Families!

We are excited about the upcoming week!
Click here for the Knight Life Family Newsletter with School Updates and Information:

Knight Life Link: https://app.smore.com/n/edznv

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

3 months ago, Southside Middle School
Knight Life Dec. 7

Good Afternoon Southside Middle School Families!

We are excited about the upcoming week!
Click here for the Knight Life Family Newsletter with School Updates and Information:

Knight Life Link: https://secure.smore.com/n/d7h38

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

3 months ago, Southside Middle School
Southside Middle School
FREE EVENT - In partnership with Greenfield Elementary and Feeding Northeast Florida, Southside Middle School is participating with Feeding Northeast Florida in their brand-new Grocery Game!

Students can test their grocery shopping and budgeting skills. Southside Middle School Families are welcome to participate in this event. The event will be held at Greenfield Elementary on December 11 at 5:30 pm.

There are only 40 spots available -- register today!
(One registration per student participant.)

Here's the direct link to the registration page: https://www.givebacks.com/causes/greenfield/events/fneflgrocerygame
3 months ago, Southside Middle School
Grocery Game

Good Afternoon Southside Middle School Families!

We are excited about the upcoming week!
Check out the Knight Life Family Newsletter with School Updates and Information:

Knight Life Link: https://secure.smore.com/n/csqwf

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

3 months ago, Southside Middle School
Southside Middle School
Greetings Southside Middle School Families!

The 2025-2026 Parent and Family Engagement Plan is available. Please access the document at the link below or visit our Parent Resource Room to access the Parent and Family Engagement Plan.

El Plan de Participacion de Padres y Familias 2025-2026 est disponible. Acceda al documento en el enlace a continuacion o visite nuestra Sala de Recurses para Padres para acceder al Plan de Participacion para Padres y Familias.

https://dcps.duvalschools.org/o/sms
3 months ago, Southside Middle School
PFEP
Families and Community Members are invited to join us for our November SAC Meeting on Monday, November 17 at 5:30 pm in the Media Center.
3 months ago, Southside Middle School
SAC
SAC
SAC
Support the Southside Middle Food Drive by donating canned food and non perishable foods items. Students will receive 5 BIZI bucks for each can donated. The Knight Time class with the most donations through November 22 will earn a dress down pass on November 24 and November 25. Go Knights!!!
3 months ago, Southside Middle School
Food Drive
Food Drive

Good Afternoon Southside Middle School Families!

We are excited about the upcoming week!
Click here for the Knight Life Family Newsletter with School Updates and Information:

Knight Life Link: https://secure.smore.com/n/epr3t

We look forward to seeing all of our students in class ready to learn.

Educationally,
Dr. Taylor

4 months ago, Southside Middle School
Southside Middle School

Good Afternoon Knights!

Smile! Say Cheese!

Please click on the link below with information out tomorrow's picture day.

https://secure.smore.com/n/mpc5u

4 months ago, Southside Middle School
Snapshot