Murray Middle School

🎉✨ Class Night is BACK at Murray Middle School! ✨🎉
We’re excited to celebrate our 8th graders on Friday, May 15 from 6:00–9:00 PM at the Kane Center! 🎓
🎟️ Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased during the school day from Mr. Chasse
🍪 Refreshments will be provided!
Students should be sure to dress appropriately (see school announcements for dress code details).
Let’s make it a night to remember—can’t wait to celebrate together! 💙🎉

🎭✨ You’re Invited! ✨🎭
Join us for our Murray Middle School Black Box Drama/Theater Production on Monday, May 18 at 6:00 PM!
📍 Held at our Outdoor Amphitheater, this special performance will showcase the incredible talent and hard work of our student performers.
Bring family and friends and enjoy an evening of creativity and entertainment under the stars! 🌟
We hope to see you there! 🎭💙

Hello Lion Families!
On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Murray Middle will administer the ELA PM3 assessment across all grade levels.

Please review the following expectations with your student and assist them in preparing for a successful testing experience:

Testing Day Checklist ✅

☐ Get enough sleep, stay hydrated, and eat breakfast
☐ Know your testing date, time, and location
☐ Test with integrity—do your best and show your learning
☐ Bring your MCSD laptop, fully charged and working

Please note: A modified testing bell schedule will be in effect for all students and all classes on Tuesday. Even students who are not testing will follow the adjusted bell times.

🦁💙 Welcome to a New Week, Murray Lions! 💙🦁
We’re excited to kick off another great week here at Murray Middle School! 📚✨ Be sure to check out the weekly agenda attached for everything happening on campus.
📊 PM3 Assessments are this week!
We know our Lions are ready to shine! 🌟 Remember to:
✅ Get a good night’s sleep
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast
✅ Take your time and do your best
👉 You’ve been working hard all year—it’s your time to show what you know! We believe in you! 💯💙
🌸💐 And a special Happy Mother’s Day to all of our amazing moms, caregivers, and families! Thank you for all you do to support our students each and every day. ❤️
Let’s have a positive, focused week and keep that Lion Pride strong! 🐾💙
#GoLions #FinishStrong #MurrayMiddle

🌮💙🦁 Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week – Day 5! 🦁💙🌮
We wrapped up an amazing Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week yesterday with a delicious taco lunch and exciting raffle prizes! 🎉
A huge thank you to our incredible PTSA and administration for making this week so special. Your thoughtfulness and generosity truly made our Murray Middle School teachers and staff feel valued, supported, and appreciated each and every day. 💙
We are so grateful to be part of such a caring and supportive school community. Thank you for uplifting our staff and reminding us how much we are appreciated.
💙🐾 Murray Lion pride at its finest! 🐾💙

💙 A little extra love for someone who deserves it every day 💙
Although School Nurse Day was May 6th, we couldn’t miss the chance to recognize our incredible nurse, Alma Soberanis! 🩺💉 She is truly a wonderful asset to Murray Middle School, bringing compassion, care, and dedication to our campus each and every day. 🏥💙
Alma, you are not just special on one day—you are the best every single day. 👩‍⚕️✨ Thank you for all that you do for our students and staff. We appreciate you more than words can express! 💐🩺👏

🌴☕ Teacher & Staff Appreciation – Day 4: Island Iced Coffee Day! ☕🌴
Today we kept the celebration going with a refreshing Island Iced Coffee Day! Our amazing teachers and staff enjoyed a little tropical boost to power through the day. 🌺
Thank you for everything you do to support, inspire, and uplift our students each and every day. We appreciate you more than words can say! 💙💛
📸 Check out the snapshots from today’s celebration!
#MurrayMiddle #StaffAppreciation #IslandVibes #ThankATeacher

A huge thank you goes out to the Port Salerno Church of God's Senior Ministry and Bishop Umali Miller for their generous Teacher Appreciation delivery of Jupiter Donuts and fresh apples this morning. The Lion Staff appreciates your kindness and thoughtfulness. 💙🦁

🎓 Junior Achievement Career Fair at Murray Middle School! 🎓
Yesterday, our 8th grade students had a fantastic opportunity to participate in a Junior Achievement Career Fair right here at Murray Middle School! Local businesses and organizations joined us to share valuable information, hands-on demonstrations, and insights into a variety of career paths.
This experience helped our students begin thinking about their futures as they prepare for high school and start exploring college and career possibilities.
We are incredibly grateful to all of the companies and professionals who took the time to invest in our students and inspire their future endeavors. Thank you for making a difference in their journey!
📸 Check out the photos from this great event below!
#MurrayMiddle #FutureReady #CareerExploration #JuniorAchievement

🎉 Celebrating Outstanding Character at Murray Middle School! 🎉
We are proud to recognize four of our exceptional 8th grade students who were honored last night as recipients of the Joe Kordick Youth Character Awards! This prestigious award was created in honor of the late Joe Kordick, founding chairman and driving force behind Character Counts!
👏 Congratulations to our winners:

Nicolas Garzon
Turahji Hatcher
Amelia Ewing
Sophia Camerino

These students demonstrate the six pillars of character—Trustworthiness, Responsibility, Respect, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship—in their everyday actions, both in and out of the classroom.
We are incredibly proud of their leadership, integrity, and commitment to making Murray Middle School a better place. Keep shining and leading by example! 💙💛
#MurrayMiddle #CharacterCounts #StudentSuccess

🌺 Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week – Day 3! 🍍
Today our amazing PTSA brought a little sunshine to campus with a tropical-themed lunch for our staff! 🌴🥪 From delicious Firehouse Subs to fresh salads, soups, and fun tropical punch mocktails, it was the perfect midweek treat.
We are so grateful for the continued support and generosity of our PTSA—you truly make our staff feel appreciated! 💙
📸 Check out some highlights from today’s celebration below!
Go Lions! 🦁

🏆 Murray Middle School Sports Banquet Recap! 🦁
Last week, we proudly celebrated our incredible student-athletes and all they’ve accomplished this year. From the court to the field, their dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship make us proud every day!
👏 Congratulations to all of our award winners and athletes!
📸 Check out highlights from the evening below!
Go Lions! 💙🦁

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week – Day 2 at Murray Middle School! 🍎
Today we’re showing our love with Tropical Tuesday Treats! 💙
We are so grateful for our amazing teachers and staff—thank you for everything you do to support, inspire, and care for our students every single day. Enjoy today’s appreciation and check out these great photos! 📸
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #MurrayMiddleSchool #ThankATeacher

🌞 Teacher Appreciation Week – Day 1 🌞
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Murray Middle School PTSA for kicking off Teacher Appreciation Week in such a sun‑sational way! 🌴🦩 The delicious breakfast spread—complete with build‑your‑own breakfast burritos, pastries, fruit, coffee, and a refreshing mocktail—was the perfect way to start the week and made our teachers and staff feel truly valued.
We are so grateful for your generosity, time, and continued support of our Murray Middle family. 💙🐾
#ThankYouPTSA #TeacherAppreciationWeek #SunSationalStaff #MurrayMiddleSchool

We are incredibly proud to spotlight our Murray Middle School National Junior Honor Society students for their outstanding community service during the Beach Clean‑Up on Saturday, May 2nd! 💙
This event is just one example of the many ways our NJHS students give back to the community. Before getting to work, students participated in an educational lesson about the importance of beach clean‑ups and how debris can harm our environment and marine life. A special thank‑you goes to Mr. Tom Fucigna, Senior Environmental Specialist with Moffatt & Nichol, a coastal engineering firm, who shared his expertise and led our students through a productive and meaningful clean‑up experience.
We are also proud to recognize our NJHS Officers, who are pictured with Mr. Fucigna in one of the photos:
🌟 Alana Taylor, President
🌟 Jade Willis, Co‑Vice President
🌟 Lew Barski, Co‑Vice President
🌟 Zoe Vanefsky, Secretary
🌟 Madelyn Roden, Treasurer
🌟 Willow Allen, Parliamentarian
🌟 Kaya Barrett, Historian
🌟 Andrew Pinto, Social Media
🌟 Julissa Diaz, Social Media
Thank you to all of our NJHS students, their families, MMS staff, and especially Mr. Fucigna for helping make this day such a success. Your commitment to service truly reflects the heart of Murray Lion pride! 💙🐾
📸 Check out the photos below from this impactful morning of learning and service!
#MMS LIONS PRIDE #TheOnePiecePlan #Community Service

Our Lions Care Closet is growing fast — thanks to the incredible generosity of our Murray Middle School community! We now have so many clothing donations that we’re in need of additional clothing racks to keep everything organized and accessible for our students. If you’d like to support, we’ve put together an Amazon Wish List with the items we need. Every contribution, big or small, helps us continue serving our Lions with pride. Thank you for helping us care for our Pride! 🦁💛 Amazon Wish List below: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2MZWG88HS3MN6?ref_=wl_share

🦁💙 Hello, Murray Lions — A New Week Begins! 💙🦁
A brand‑new week is here, and we’re excited to head into it together! Please take a moment to review the weekly agenda attached for important dates, events, and activities happening on campus.
🌟 This week is extra special as we celebrate Teachers & Staff Appreciation Week! 🌟
We are so grateful for our incredible teachers and staff who show up each day to support, inspire, and guide our students. A simple thank‑you, kind note, or word of appreciation goes a long way in letting them know how valued they truly are.
Let’s make it a positive, productive week full of kindness, gratitude, and Lion pride as we continue moving forward strong together! 💙🐾

🌟 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year🌟

We are proud to announce Murray Middle's 2026-27 Teacher of the Year—an instructionally strong educator who brings learning to life for every student. She is deeply committed to serving our school and community, building meaningful relationships, and creating a positive, empowering school environment for students.

A true team player, she uplifts and celebrates her colleagues, helping make Murray Middle a place where everyone feels valued and welcome.

Please help us in congratulating Ms. Goens with this honor! 🦁💙