Celebrating a True FBMS Legend!
Today we honor Mr. Beano Roberts, a dedicated volunteer who has been giving his time and heart to Fernandina Beach Middle School for 34 years! Today, the 6th grade building was named the Beano Roberts Veteran Hallway!
PTO President in 1964
Serving on the School Advisory Committee since 2006
U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman, proudly serving aboard the USS Missouri (1951–1952)
Volunteers for 4 hours, 5 days a week
Has helped thousands of students as a math tutor and supported teachers across campus
Mr. Roberts is the definition of commitment and community spirit. His impact on FBMS is immeasurable, and we are so grateful for his service—both to our country and to our school!
Please join us in celebrating Mr. Roberts and his incredible legacy!
We are thrilled to announce that Fernandina Beach Middle School has won $10,000 in the Shark Tank Grant Competition hosted by the Nassau Education Foundation!
This incredible grant will fund our Outdoor Collaboration Lab, a space designed to inspire creativity, teamwork, and innovation among our students.
A huge thank you to the Nassau Education Foundation for supporting educational excellence and to everyone who helped make this dream a reality!
Join Us for a Magical Evening of Arts at FBMS!
Celebrate the season with The FBMS Yuletide Evening with the Arts, featuring incredible performances and creativity from:
Symphonic Band
Pirate Players
Art Department Showcase
Friday, December 12th
6:00 PM
FBMS Auditorium
Come enjoy music, drama, and art all in one festive night!
Admission is free – bring your family and friends!
Join Us for a Magical Evening of Arts at FBMS!
Celebrate the season with The FBMS Yuletide Evening with the Arts, featuring incredible performances and creativity from:
Symphonic Band
Pirate Players
Art Department Showcase
Friday, December 12th
6:00 PM
FBMS Auditorium
Come enjoy music, drama, and art all in one festive night!
Admission is free – bring your family and friends!
We’re grateful for our students, staff, families, and community partners who make Nassau County Schools such a special place. Enjoy your break, and we’ll see everyone back on Monday, December 1!
View the full 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 calendars at nassau.k12.fl.us/Calendar.
#ThanksgivingBreak #GratefulForNCSD #WeAreNassau
On Substitute Educators Day, we thank the dedicated professionals who step in to ensure learning continues every day.
Your flexibility, patience, and care make a lasting impact in our classrooms.
#SubstituteEducatorsDay #ThankYouSubs #WeAreNassau
From bus drivers to custodians, paraprofessionals to office staff, your dedication keeps our schools running smoothly and our students supported.
Thank you for all you do to make learning possible every day.
#EducationSupportProfessionalsDay #ThankYouESP #WeAreNassau
We are proud to announce that FBMS students Nahomi and Madison are winners of the RYAM Essay Contest titled “Why Manufacturing Matters to Our Community.”
Madison earned a $200 prize, while Nahomi earned a $50 prize! Their thoughtful essays highlighted the importance of manufacturing in supporting jobs, innovation, and growth in our community.
Way to go, Nahomi and Madison!
Your hard work and creativity make FBMS proud!
We are thrilled to announce that Mrs. Opalinski has been named
FBMS Teacher of the Year Finalist!
Her dedication, creativity, and passion for student success makes her an incredible educator and an inspiration to us all.
Thank you, Mrs. Opalinski, for everything you do to make learning meaningful and fun every single day!
