Winter Break begins today for the Nassau County School District. We look forward to welcoming all students back to school on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
🎉 Celebrating Excellence at YMS! 🎉
Yesterday, several of our incredible students were honored at the Daughters of the American Revolution Awards for their outstanding writing!
The prompt? “If you could have lunch with someone who signed the Declaration of Independence, who would it be and why?” (Comment below with who YOU would want to have lunch with!)
Students from Mrs. Miles’ and Mrs. Deaver’s classes rose to the challenge—and their hard work paid off!
🏆 Our Results:
✅ 3 Nassau County 1st Place Winners
✅ 2 Second Place Winners
✅ 3 Third Place Winners
—all from Yulee Middle School!
A huge thank you to the parents, grandparents, Mrs. Miles, Mrs. Deaver, and Dr. Middleton for supporting these amazing Hornets. We are so proud of their creativity and dedication! 💛🖤
📸 Check out the photos above and join us in congratulating these talented students!
#HornetPride #YMSExcellence #DARWinners
Yesterday, several of our incredible students were honored at the Daughters of the American Revolution Awards for their outstanding writing!
The prompt? “If you could have lunch with someone who signed the Declaration of Independence, who would it be and why?” (Comment below with who YOU would want to have lunch with!)
Students from Mrs. Miles’ and Mrs. Deaver’s classes rose to the challenge—and their hard work paid off!
🏆 Our Results:
✅ 3 Nassau County 1st Place Winners
✅ 2 Second Place Winners
✅ 3 Third Place Winners
—all from Yulee Middle School!
A huge thank you to the parents, grandparents, Mrs. Miles, Mrs. Deaver, and Dr. Middleton for supporting these amazing Hornets. We are so proud of their creativity and dedication! 💛🖤
📸 Check out the photos above and join us in congratulating these talented students!
#HornetPride #YMSExcellence #DARWinners
🏀 ANOTHER COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP ALERT! 🏀
Our YMS Girls JV Basketball Team is headed to the big stage tonight! They’ll be battling it out against their cross-town rivals, the Fernandina Beach Pirates, at Callahan Middle School for the County Championship!
These Hornets have worked hard all season, and tonight they’re ready to leave it all on the court. 💪🐝
📍 Location: Callahan Middle School
🕒 Tip-Off: 6:30 PM
Let’s pack the stands and show our Hornets some love! 💛🖤Let’s go Hornets! 🐝🔥
Our YMS Girls JV Basketball Team is headed to the big stage tonight! They’ll be battling it out against their cross-town rivals, the Fernandina Beach Pirates, at Callahan Middle School for the County Championship!
These Hornets have worked hard all season, and tonight they’re ready to leave it all on the court. 💪🐝
📍 Location: Callahan Middle School
🕒 Tip-Off: 6:30 PM
Let’s pack the stands and show our Hornets some love! 💛🖤Let’s go Hornets! 🐝🔥
🏀 CHAMPIONSHIP ALERT! 🏀
The Nassau County Boy's Basketball Varsity Finals are here! Our Hornets are ready to bring the energy and fight for the win.
📍 Location: Yulee Middle School
📅 Date: Thursday, December 18
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📌 Address: 86439 Miner Rd, Yulee, FL
It’s Yulee vs. Fernandina – let’s pack the gym and show our Hornets some love! 💛💚
#HornetPride #Gameday #YuleeStrong
Last night, one of our students stopped by looking for Deputy Griffith with a very special surprise. He and his dad had created a custom plaque to show their appreciation for everything Deputy Griffith does, not just for our school, but for our entire county and every student in it.
Deputy Griffith is always there to lend an ear, offer advice, and go above and beyond. He truly embodies what it means to serve with heart. And this young man reminded us what the holiday season is all about... giving and showing gratitude to those who make a difference.
Thank you for this beautiful gesture and for reminding us why we love our jobs, our families, and our community. 💙
Deputy Griffith is always there to lend an ear, offer advice, and go above and beyond. He truly embodies what it means to serve with heart. And this young man reminded us what the holiday season is all about... giving and showing gratitude to those who make a difference.
Thank you for this beautiful gesture and for reminding us why we love our jobs, our families, and our community. 💙
🏀 Battle of the Bridge: YMS vs. FBMS! 🏀
Tonight’s the night! Our YMS Girls’ Basketball Team takes on their biggest rivals—the Fernandina Beach Pirates—in the ultimate Battle of the Bridge!
📅 Date: Tuesday, December 9th
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: YMS Gym
🎟 Tickets are available through GoFan.co or can be purchased with cash at the door.
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Hornets as they fight for victory! 💛💚 Show your school spirit and make some noise!
#YMSPride #BattleOfTheBridge #HornetStrong #GoHornets
Tonight’s the night! Our YMS Girls’ Basketball Team takes on their biggest rivals—the Fernandina Beach Pirates—in the ultimate Battle of the Bridge!
📅 Date: Tuesday, December 9th
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: YMS Gym
🎟 Tickets are available through GoFan.co or can be purchased with cash at the door.
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Hornets as they fight for victory! 💛💚 Show your school spirit and make some noise!
#YMSPride #BattleOfTheBridge #HornetStrong #GoHornets
🎉 Spotlight on Excellence: Meet Mrs. Rarick! 🎉
At YMS, we’re proud to have incredible educators who make a lasting impact—and Mrs. Rarick is one of our true treasures!
With 32 years of experience teaching 6th grade math, she brings brilliance, warmth, and an unwavering passion for students every single day. She’s not only a master of her craft but also a fierce advocate for teachers and a champion for learning.
When she’s not inspiring young minds, you might find her floating in a pool, living by the motto “Don’t sweat the small stuff,” and enjoying her favorite snack—Hot Tamales! 🌶️
Please join us in celebrating one of the best we’ve got. Drop a comment below to show your appreciation for Mrs. Rarick and the incredible work she does for our YMS family! 💛
#YMSPride #TeacherSpotlight #HornetStrong #MathMatters
At YMS, we’re proud to have incredible educators who make a lasting impact—and Mrs. Rarick is one of our true treasures!
With 32 years of experience teaching 6th grade math, she brings brilliance, warmth, and an unwavering passion for students every single day. She’s not only a master of her craft but also a fierce advocate for teachers and a champion for learning.
When she’s not inspiring young minds, you might find her floating in a pool, living by the motto “Don’t sweat the small stuff,” and enjoying her favorite snack—Hot Tamales! 🌶️
Please join us in celebrating one of the best we’ve got. Drop a comment below to show your appreciation for Mrs. Rarick and the incredible work she does for our YMS family! 💛
#YMSPride #TeacherSpotlight #HornetStrong #MathMatters
📣 Hornet Nation – It’s Game Day! 🏀
Join us for an exciting Hornet Triple Header as Yulee takes on Eagle’s View Academy!
📍 Location: Yulee High School
📅 Date: Monday, December 8, 2025
🎟 Tickets: www.gofan.co (No Cash Accepted)
Game Schedule:
Yulee Middle Varsity: 5:00 PM
Yulee High JV: 6:00 PM
Yulee High Varsity: 7:30 PM
📌 All three games at:
85375 Miner Rd, Yulee, FL 32097
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Hornets! 💛🐝💚
#HornetPride #YuleeBasketball #TripleHeader
Join us for an exciting Hornet Triple Header as Yulee takes on Eagle’s View Academy!
📍 Location: Yulee High School
📅 Date: Monday, December 8, 2025
🎟 Tickets: www.gofan.co (No Cash Accepted)
Game Schedule:
Yulee Middle Varsity: 5:00 PM
Yulee High JV: 6:00 PM
Yulee High Varsity: 7:30 PM
📌 All three games at:
85375 Miner Rd, Yulee, FL 32097
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Hornets! 💛🐝💚
#HornetPride #YuleeBasketball #TripleHeader
🎉 Celebrating Excellence at YMS! 🎉
We are beyond proud of Mrs. Mitchell, one of YMS’ finest math teachers and an all-around amazing human! Recently, she applied for a $10,000 grant through the Nassau Education Foundation and advanced to the final round, competing against incredible educators from across the district.
And guess what? She didn’t just compete—she won the $10,000 grant to bring her vision to life: ClassVR! With Virtual Reality headsets, Mrs. Mitchell will make Algebra come alive like never before.
Imagine this:
🏀 Solving parabolas on a basketball court.
🌳 Designing a treehouse with an awesome slide to explore slope-intercept form.
Her presentation wowed the audience, and she even walked away with the People’s Choice Award! 🙌
A huge congratulations to all the finalists who presented their amazing ideas to the Nassau County “Sharks.” Thanks to their generosity, every finalist received funding for their projects. The energy in the room was inspiring—proof that it’s truly nicer in Nassau!
Join us in celebrating Mrs. Mitchell and her incredible achievement. We can’t wait to see how this innovative idea transforms learning and makes Algebra engaging and fun for our students! 💡📚
#YMSPride #NicerInNassau #InnovationInEducation #ClassVR
We are beyond proud of Mrs. Mitchell, one of YMS’ finest math teachers and an all-around amazing human! Recently, she applied for a $10,000 grant through the Nassau Education Foundation and advanced to the final round, competing against incredible educators from across the district.
And guess what? She didn’t just compete—she won the $10,000 grant to bring her vision to life: ClassVR! With Virtual Reality headsets, Mrs. Mitchell will make Algebra come alive like never before.
Imagine this:
🏀 Solving parabolas on a basketball court.
🌳 Designing a treehouse with an awesome slide to explore slope-intercept form.
Her presentation wowed the audience, and she even walked away with the People’s Choice Award! 🙌
A huge congratulations to all the finalists who presented their amazing ideas to the Nassau County “Sharks.” Thanks to their generosity, every finalist received funding for their projects. The energy in the room was inspiring—proof that it’s truly nicer in Nassau!
Join us in celebrating Mrs. Mitchell and her incredible achievement. We can’t wait to see how this innovative idea transforms learning and makes Algebra engaging and fun for our students! 💡📚
#YMSPride #NicerInNassau #InnovationInEducation #ClassVR
📣 GAME DAY ALERT! 🏀
Join us tonight, Thursday, December 4, as our Hornets take on the Ramblers!
📍 Location: 85439 Miner Rd, Yulee, FL 32097
🕒 JV: 6:30 PM | Varsity: 7:30 PM
🎟 Tickets: $6 cash at the door or purchase online at GoFan.co
Let’s pack the stands and show our Hornets some love! 💚💛 Bring your energy, your cheers, and your school spirit. This is going to be an exciting night of basketball you won’t want to miss!
#HornetPride #GameDay #SupportOurStudents
Join us tonight, Thursday, December 4, as our Hornets take on the Ramblers!
📍 Location: 85439 Miner Rd, Yulee, FL 32097
🕒 JV: 6:30 PM | Varsity: 7:30 PM
🎟 Tickets: $6 cash at the door or purchase online at GoFan.co
Let’s pack the stands and show our Hornets some love! 💚💛 Bring your energy, your cheers, and your school spirit. This is going to be an exciting night of basketball you won’t want to miss!
#HornetPride #GameDay #SupportOurStudents
🎓 Early College Informative Sessions – Class of 2030 🎓
Is Early College the right choice for you? Early College blends high school and college courses, allowing students to earn both a high school diploma and an AA degree!
✅ Admission Requirements include:
• Completed Algebra I by 5/28/26
• Completed HOPE by 7/25/26
• GPA of 3.0 or higher (HS courses)
• Pass the Algebra I EOC
• Proficient in PM 3 Reading (8th grade)
• Earn qualifying points on our Admission Point System
📌 Parent AND student attendance at one of the meetings below is required to qualify:
Dec 2 @ 6:00 PM – West Nassau HS
Dec 3 @ 6:00 PM – West Nassau HS
Dec 8 @ 6:00 PM – Hilliard MSHS
Dec 9 @ 6:00 PM – Yulee HS
Dec 10 @ 6:00 PM – Yulee HS
For questions, please contact:
📧 Ms. Long – longan@nassau.k12.fl.us (WHS)
📧 Ms. LaVacca – lavaccaj@nassau.k12.fl.us (YHS)
📧 Mrs. Jarrett – jarrettan@nassau.k12.fl.us (HMHS)
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about Early College and how it can set you up for success! 🌟
#EarlyCollege #ClassOf2030 #HornetPride
🦃 It’s time for Thanksgiving Break!
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
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
Substitute teachers make a difference! 🍎
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
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
🌟 THANK YOU, YULEE! 🌟
A couple weeks ago, we had an unforgettable night here. Our first STEAM event was a huge success, and it wouldn’t have been possible without every single person who showed up, helped set up and break down, interacted, danced, and participated. You made this event truly special!
A big shout-out to Dr. Burns, our Superintendent, for stopping by to cheer us on—it meant so much to have your support!
As the sun set, looking around campus at families learning together and little kids playing in the courtyard... it reminded us how lucky we are to live in such a community-driven place. One family who just moved from Alaska told us these kinds of events aren’t “normal” where they’re from—and that we should be proud of what we’ve built here. Guess what? We ARE proud!
💛💚 Thank you to everyone who made this possible—especially Ms. Miles-Vranish, Ms. King and Ms. DeMaio!
And to all our amazing exhibitors who brought STEAM to life:
✅ Kings Bay Civil Engineers
✅ Ninety-Nines Women Pilots of Jacksonville
✅ Operation Buzz
✅ Civil Air Patrol, Jacksonville
✅ Turtle Watch
✅ Nassau County Sheriff’s Office
✅ Deputy Griffith and Max
✅ YMS Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO)
✅ Waste Water Management
✅ Nassau County Public Library – FSCJ Location
✅ Career and Technical Education – Nassau County
✅ YMS Career Technical Education
✅ YMS Athletics
✅ YMS Robotics
✅ YMS Circuit Club
✅ YMS Beta Club
✅ YMS Art and Literature Club
✅ YMS VR Club
✅ YMS Conditioning Club
✅ YMS Drama Club
✅ YMS Band
✅ YMS Art
✅ FBLA
🎶 From the Pep Band to the Drama performance, the Cheer event, and even the food trucks—Mr. Softie, Beyond Horizons, and the Hot Dog Truck—every detail made the night special.
💬 It’s Nicer in Nassau! We are proud and thankful for our community.
#STEAMNight #HornetPride #CommunityStrong #ItsNicerInNassau
A couple weeks ago, we had an unforgettable night here. Our first STEAM event was a huge success, and it wouldn’t have been possible without every single person who showed up, helped set up and break down, interacted, danced, and participated. You made this event truly special!
A big shout-out to Dr. Burns, our Superintendent, for stopping by to cheer us on—it meant so much to have your support!
As the sun set, looking around campus at families learning together and little kids playing in the courtyard... it reminded us how lucky we are to live in such a community-driven place. One family who just moved from Alaska told us these kinds of events aren’t “normal” where they’re from—and that we should be proud of what we’ve built here. Guess what? We ARE proud!
💛💚 Thank you to everyone who made this possible—especially Ms. Miles-Vranish, Ms. King and Ms. DeMaio!
And to all our amazing exhibitors who brought STEAM to life:
✅ Kings Bay Civil Engineers
✅ Ninety-Nines Women Pilots of Jacksonville
✅ Operation Buzz
✅ Civil Air Patrol, Jacksonville
✅ Turtle Watch
✅ Nassau County Sheriff’s Office
✅ Deputy Griffith and Max
✅ YMS Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO)
✅ Waste Water Management
✅ Nassau County Public Library – FSCJ Location
✅ Career and Technical Education – Nassau County
✅ YMS Career Technical Education
✅ YMS Athletics
✅ YMS Robotics
✅ YMS Circuit Club
✅ YMS Beta Club
✅ YMS Art and Literature Club
✅ YMS VR Club
✅ YMS Conditioning Club
✅ YMS Drama Club
✅ YMS Band
✅ YMS Art
✅ FBLA
🎶 From the Pep Band to the Drama performance, the Cheer event, and even the food trucks—Mr. Softie, Beyond Horizons, and the Hot Dog Truck—every detail made the night special.
💬 It’s Nicer in Nassau! We are proud and thankful for our community.
#STEAMNight #HornetPride #CommunityStrong #ItsNicerInNassau
🏀 Cross-Town Rivalry Game Alert! 🏀
The YMS Hornets are ready to take on the FBMS Pirates in the classic Battle of the Bridge!🔥
📍 Location: 85439 Miner Rd, Yulee, FL 32097
🕒 Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM
📅 Date: Thursday, November 20
🎟️ Tickets: $6 (Cash or GoFan)
It’s Yulee vs. Fernandina – let’s pack the stands and show our Hornet Pride! 💛💚
Bring your energy, wear your green and gold, and let’s make this a night to remember!
#HornetPride #GameDay #YuleeMiddle #GoHornets
The YMS Hornets are ready to take on the FBMS Pirates in the classic Battle of the Bridge!🔥
📍 Location: 85439 Miner Rd, Yulee, FL 32097
🕒 Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM
📅 Date: Thursday, November 20
🎟️ Tickets: $6 (Cash or GoFan)
It’s Yulee vs. Fernandina – let’s pack the stands and show our Hornet Pride! 💛💚
Bring your energy, wear your green and gold, and let’s make this a night to remember!
#HornetPride #GameDay #YuleeMiddle #GoHornets
Today, we celebrate our incredible Education Support Professionals! 💛
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
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
🎓 Early College Informative Sessions – Class of 2030 🎓
Is Early College the right choice for you? Early College blends high school and college courses, allowing students to earn both a high school diploma and an AA degree!
✅ Admission Requirements include:
• Completed Algebra I by 5/28/26
• Completed HOPE by 7/25/26
• GPA of 3.0 or higher (HS courses)
• Pass the Algebra I EOC
• Proficient in PM 3 Reading (8th grade)
• Earn qualifying points on our Admission Point System
📌 Parent AND student attendance at one of the meetings below is required to qualify:
Dec 2 @ 6:00 PM – West Nassau HS
Dec 3 @ 6:00 PM – West Nassau HS
Dec 8 @ 6:00 PM – Hilliard MSHS
Dec 9 @ 6:00 PM – Yulee HS
Dec 10 @ 6:00 PM – Yulee HS
For questions, please contact:
📧 Ms. Long – longan@nassau.k12.fl.us (WHS)
📧 Ms. LaVacca – lavaccaj@nassau.k12.fl.us (YHS)
📧 Mrs. Jarrett – jarrettan@nassau.k12.fl.us (HMHS)
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about Early College and how it can set you up for success! 🌟
#EarlyCollege #ClassOf2030 #HornetPride
Is Early College the right choice for you? Early College blends high school and college courses, allowing students to earn both a high school diploma and an AA degree!
✅ Admission Requirements include:
• Completed Algebra I by 5/28/26
• Completed HOPE by 7/25/26
• GPA of 3.0 or higher (HS courses)
• Pass the Algebra I EOC
• Proficient in PM 3 Reading (8th grade)
• Earn qualifying points on our Admission Point System
📌 Parent AND student attendance at one of the meetings below is required to qualify:
Dec 2 @ 6:00 PM – West Nassau HS
Dec 3 @ 6:00 PM – West Nassau HS
Dec 8 @ 6:00 PM – Hilliard MSHS
Dec 9 @ 6:00 PM – Yulee HS
Dec 10 @ 6:00 PM – Yulee HS
For questions, please contact:
📧 Ms. Long – longan@nassau.k12.fl.us (WHS)
📧 Ms. LaVacca – lavaccaj@nassau.k12.fl.us (YHS)
📧 Mrs. Jarrett – jarrettan@nassau.k12.fl.us (HMHS)
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about Early College and how it can set you up for success! 🌟
#EarlyCollege #ClassOf2030 #HornetPride
🏆🐝 Congratulations to our YMS Spelling Bee Champion! 🐝🏆
We’re thrilled to announce that 8th grader, Alecsy, is our School Spelling Bee Champion! 🎉 Her hard work and focus truly shined today, and we’re cheering her on as she prepares to represent YMS at the County Spelling Bee in January!
If you see Alecsy, be sure to give her a high five and some words of encouragement as she moves on to the next level! 🙌🙂
We’re thrilled to announce that 8th grader, Alecsy, is our School Spelling Bee Champion! 🎉 Her hard work and focus truly shined today, and we’re cheering her on as she prepares to represent YMS at the County Spelling Bee in January!
If you see Alecsy, be sure to give her a high five and some words of encouragement as she moves on to the next level! 🙌🙂
🌞 Learning Under the Sun! 🌞
Mrs. Wallace’s class took advantage of the beautiful weather and moved their learning outdoors! Students worked in groups to explore Ancient Egyptian inventions we still use today—like bowling, toothpaste, and wigs.
After reading, they discussed their findings and answered guiding questions together. This activity wasn’t just about history—it was also a great way to practice time management and collaboration skills.
📚 Hands-on learning + fresh air = an amazing day at YMS!
#YMSHornets #STEAMLearning #OutdoorClassroom #CollaborationMatters
Mrs. Wallace’s class took advantage of the beautiful weather and moved their learning outdoors! Students worked in groups to explore Ancient Egyptian inventions we still use today—like bowling, toothpaste, and wigs.
After reading, they discussed their findings and answered guiding questions together. This activity wasn’t just about history—it was also a great way to practice time management and collaboration skills.
📚 Hands-on learning + fresh air = an amazing day at YMS!
#YMSHornets #STEAMLearning #OutdoorClassroom #CollaborationMatters
Today, we honor our nation’s heroes.
On Veterans Day, we thank the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedom.
All schools and district offices are closed in observance of Veterans Day.
#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #NassauSupportsVeterans #WeAreNassau
