Yulee Middle
Grades 6-8 | Phone: (904)-225-5116
✨ A Wonderful Weekend at the Shrimp Festival! 🦐
A couple weekends ago, our community came together for the annual Shrimp Festival, kicking things off with Thursday’s parade and continuing through an exciting schedule of festivities, and Yulee Middle School was proud to be a part of it every step of the way!
We would like to extend a special congratulations to sixth-grade student Poppy Buckalew, a student of Michelle Perry, for being selected by Dr. Middleton as this year’s Principal’s Award recipient. What an incredible honor and well-deserved recognition! 👏
Throughout the festival, YMS students were also represented in parade displays, sculptures, and exhibits, showcasing the amazing artistic abilities of Nassau County students for the entire community to enjoy. Of course, none of this would be possible without the extra funds generated by the millage. So, in case we don't say it enough... THANK YOU for supporting the arts at YMS.
Another heartfelt thank you to Ashley DeMaio Rice and Michelle Perry for their dedication in supporting our students and helping bring these opportunities to life.
💙 Events like this truly show the power of the village at work in Nassau County schools... It's Nicer in Nassau!
#YuleeMiddle #HornetPride #ShrimpFestival #StudentSuccess #TheVillageAtWork
A couple weekends ago, our community came together for the annual Shrimp Festival, kicking things off with Thursday’s parade and continuing through an exciting schedule of festivities, and Yulee Middle School was proud to be a part of it every step of the way!
We would like to extend a special congratulations to sixth-grade student Poppy Buckalew, a student of Michelle Perry, for being selected by Dr. Middleton as this year’s Principal’s Award recipient. What an incredible honor and well-deserved recognition! 👏
Throughout the festival, YMS students were also represented in parade displays, sculptures, and exhibits, showcasing the amazing artistic abilities of Nassau County students for the entire community to enjoy. Of course, none of this would be possible without the extra funds generated by the millage. So, in case we don't say it enough... THANK YOU for supporting the arts at YMS.
Another heartfelt thank you to Ashley DeMaio Rice and Michelle Perry for their dedication in supporting our students and helping bring these opportunities to life.
💙 Events like this truly show the power of the village at work in Nassau County schools... It's Nicer in Nassau!
#YuleeMiddle #HornetPride #ShrimpFestival #StudentSuccess #TheVillageAtWork
🍦 Staff Sweet Treat Success! 🍧
A big thank you to the Mr. Softee truck and Onshore Orthodontics for bringing smiles and cool treats just in time to beat the Florida heat! ☀️This is Onshore Orthodontics' second year sponsoring YMS during teacher appreciation week and we could not be more grateful!
Your continued support means so much, and we feel truly blessed to have such amazing community partners.
Our staff loved it! Nothing better than ice cream and frozen ice to celebrate an incredible team! 💙
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #SweetTreatWednesday #Grateful
A big thank you to the Mr. Softee truck and Onshore Orthodontics for bringing smiles and cool treats just in time to beat the Florida heat! ☀️This is Onshore Orthodontics' second year sponsoring YMS during teacher appreciation week and we could not be more grateful!
Your continued support means so much, and we feel truly blessed to have such amazing community partners.
Our staff loved it! Nothing better than ice cream and frozen ice to celebrate an incredible team! 💙
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #SweetTreatWednesday #Grateful
💛🐝 Feeling Grateful at Yulee Middle! 🐝💛
A huge THANK YOU to Ed’s Comfort Solutions for blessing our staff with an incredible breakfast featuring Dunkin’ donuts, Panera bagels, and coffee! During testing season and the busy end of the year, when we all need a little extra lift, you showed up in a big way.
Seriously… how did we get so lucky to have such amazing community partners pouring into our school like this?
And we have to give a special shoutout to our outstanding FBLA students 👏
Before most even arrived on campus, they were already hard at work ... cutting fruit, setting up, and preparing to serve.
If you’ve ever had any doubts about the future generation, let us reassure you…
✨ We’ve got some incredible young people growing right here at YMS.
We are so proud of their servant leadership, work ethic, and heart for others.
💥 Ed’s Comfort Solutions and our FBLA students—you are making our week ROCK! Thank you for supporting and uplifting our Hornet Family!
#YuleeHornets #HornetFamily #CommunityStrong #TeacherAppreciationWeek #FBLA #Gratitude
A huge THANK YOU to Ed’s Comfort Solutions for blessing our staff with an incredible breakfast featuring Dunkin’ donuts, Panera bagels, and coffee! During testing season and the busy end of the year, when we all need a little extra lift, you showed up in a big way.
Seriously… how did we get so lucky to have such amazing community partners pouring into our school like this?
And we have to give a special shoutout to our outstanding FBLA students 👏
Before most even arrived on campus, they were already hard at work ... cutting fruit, setting up, and preparing to serve.
If you’ve ever had any doubts about the future generation, let us reassure you…
✨ We’ve got some incredible young people growing right here at YMS.
We are so proud of their servant leadership, work ethic, and heart for others.
💥 Ed’s Comfort Solutions and our FBLA students—you are making our week ROCK! Thank you for supporting and uplifting our Hornet Family!
#YuleeHornets #HornetFamily #CommunityStrong #TeacherAppreciationWeek #FBLA #Gratitude
💛🐝 Teacher Appreciation Week at Yulee Middle! 🐝💛
We just wanted to take a moment to say how incredibly grateful we are for the amazing volunteers who have gone above and beyond to make this week so special for our teachers and staff. From thoughtful touches to delicious treats, they have truly helped create moments that warm hearts and fill bellies!
Our teachers and staff pour so much into our students every single day... giving their time, energy, and passion all year long. This week is just a small way for us to pause and make sure they feel the appreciation they so deeply deserve.
✨ Check out a photo from our first breakfast and lunch sponsored by our amazing community supporters at Mercy Hill… and we’re not done yet! More celebrations are still to come with photos to follow! :)
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #YuleeHornets #HornetFamily #Grateful #AboveAndBeyond
🐝🏊 Considering high school swimming? 🏊🐝
Incoming 9th graders and families... come learn what it means to be part of the Yulee High School Swim Team!
📅 Interest Meeting: May 14
⏰ Time: 3:50 PM
📍 Location: Room 7‑39 (back hall of Building 7)
✅ Varsity sport for both boys and girls
✅ Open to upcoming 9th graders
✅ Flexible training schedule
✅ Great team culture and support
Even if you’re just curious, we’d love to see you there. Come check us out and see why YHS Swimming is a great team to be a part of!
💚💛
#YuleeHornets #YHSSwim #HornetPride #FutureHornets #StudentAthletes #YuleeHighSchool
Incoming 9th graders and families... come learn what it means to be part of the Yulee High School Swim Team!
📅 Interest Meeting: May 14
⏰ Time: 3:50 PM
📍 Location: Room 7‑39 (back hall of Building 7)
✅ Varsity sport for both boys and girls
✅ Open to upcoming 9th graders
✅ Flexible training schedule
✅ Great team culture and support
Even if you’re just curious, we’d love to see you there. Come check us out and see why YHS Swimming is a great team to be a part of!
💚💛
#YuleeHornets #YHSSwim #HornetPride #FutureHornets #StudentAthletes #YuleeHighSchool
🎨 Creativity in Action! 🎨
Our students have been hard at work exploring color schemes through painting, and the results have been incredible to see! Through this project, students are learning how colors work together, how to plan their designs, and how to express their ideas visually.
Beyond the artwork itself, these lessons help build creativity, focus, and confidence... skills that extend far beyond the classroom. We are so proud of the effort, thought, and care our students are putting into their work.
Shout to these students and art teachers for continuing to make learning engaging and meaningful! 💙🎨
Our students have been hard at work exploring color schemes through painting, and the results have been incredible to see! Through this project, students are learning how colors work together, how to plan their designs, and how to express their ideas visually.
Beyond the artwork itself, these lessons help build creativity, focus, and confidence... skills that extend far beyond the classroom. We are so proud of the effort, thought, and care our students are putting into their work.
Shout to these students and art teachers for continuing to make learning engaging and meaningful! 💙🎨
🏈 Yulee Football Camp: Camp with the County Champs! 🐝
Get ready for an exciting football experience led by the best! This camp is open to students in grades K–8 and is a great opportunity to build skills, teamwork, and confidence on the field.
📅 Dates: June 17–19
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Yulee High School Practice Field
💲 Cost: $100
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!
Spots won’t last—let’s get our future Hornets out on the field! 💚💛
Get ready for an exciting football experience led by the best! This camp is open to students in grades K–8 and is a great opportunity to build skills, teamwork, and confidence on the field.
📅 Dates: June 17–19
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Yulee High School Practice Field
💲 Cost: $100
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!
Spots won’t last—let’s get our future Hornets out on the field! 💚💛
💙 Thank You, All Pro Dads! 💙
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our final All Pro Dads meeting of the year. It was a great morning filled with board games, laughter, and quality time spent with the people who matter most.
Sometimes, that’s really all you need. It doesn’t have to be fancy, just being present together makes all the difference.
We’re grateful for the memories made this year and hope to see all of you back with us next year. Until then, keep making those moments count! 👏🧩❤️
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our final All Pro Dads meeting of the year. It was a great morning filled with board games, laughter, and quality time spent with the people who matter most.
Sometimes, that’s really all you need. It doesn’t have to be fancy, just being present together makes all the difference.
We’re grateful for the memories made this year and hope to see all of you back with us next year. Until then, keep making those moments count! 👏🧩❤️
🌧️💛 Above and Beyond for Our Students 💛🌧️
At Yulee Middle School, our teachers don’t just show up, they step up, no matter what the day (or the weather!) brings.
During her morning bus supervision duty, Mrs. Murray helps ensure students walking from Yulee High School to Yulee Middle School arrive safely as buses pull in each morning. A few weeks ago, Mother Nature decided to make that job even more challenging with heavy rain and strong winds.
Instead of letting the weather slow her down, Mrs. Murray grabbed her big umbrella and personally escorted students as they crossed, making sure they arrived safe, dry, and ready to learn. ☔👏
We are always grateful for Mrs. Murray’s dedication to student safety, but on this rainy morning, she went the extra mile to keep our students dry too. The smiles and appreciation from students said it all.
Just one of the MANY ways the incredible staff at YMS and YHS put students first—every single day. 🐝💛
#YuleeMiddleSchool #YuleeHighSchool #AboveAndBeyond #StudentsFirst #YMSProud #WhateverItTakes
At Yulee Middle School, our teachers don’t just show up, they step up, no matter what the day (or the weather!) brings.
During her morning bus supervision duty, Mrs. Murray helps ensure students walking from Yulee High School to Yulee Middle School arrive safely as buses pull in each morning. A few weeks ago, Mother Nature decided to make that job even more challenging with heavy rain and strong winds.
Instead of letting the weather slow her down, Mrs. Murray grabbed her big umbrella and personally escorted students as they crossed, making sure they arrived safe, dry, and ready to learn. ☔👏
We are always grateful for Mrs. Murray’s dedication to student safety, but on this rainy morning, she went the extra mile to keep our students dry too. The smiles and appreciation from students said it all.
Just one of the MANY ways the incredible staff at YMS and YHS put students first—every single day. 🐝💛
#YuleeMiddleSchool #YuleeHighSchool #AboveAndBeyond #StudentsFirst #YMSProud #WhateverItTakes
🎨 Celebrating Our YMS Artists! 🎨
Yulee Middle School is proud to celebrate 10 outstanding students who were recently honored in the prestigious Florida Student Art Assessment (FSAA)! 🏆
This incredible achievement would not be possible without the dedication and creativity of our amazing art teachers, Ms. Michelle Perry and Mrs. Ashley DeMaio Rice, who go above and beyond each and every day to bring students’ ideas and artistic visions to life.
✨ Even more exciting, this award‑winning artwork will be featured at the FAEA Conference in October, an incredible honor for our school and our students!
🎖️ Emerging Artist Award
Kali Muhs – DeMaio Rice
Estelle Walters – DeMaio Rice
Shauna Zhang – DeMaio Rice
🎖️ Award of Merit
Anna Pabon – Perry
Allison Bencomo – Perry
Kori Townsend – Perry
Atleigh Hendry – Perry
Poppy Buckalew – Perry
🏅 Florida Award of Merit
Nyla Jennings – DeMaio Rice
Congratulations to all of our talented artists and dedicated teachers—we are so proud of you, YMS! 🐝💛🖤
#YuleeMiddleSchool #YMSProud #FSAA #StudentArtists #ArtExcellence
Yulee Middle School is proud to celebrate 10 outstanding students who were recently honored in the prestigious Florida Student Art Assessment (FSAA)! 🏆
This incredible achievement would not be possible without the dedication and creativity of our amazing art teachers, Ms. Michelle Perry and Mrs. Ashley DeMaio Rice, who go above and beyond each and every day to bring students’ ideas and artistic visions to life.
✨ Even more exciting, this award‑winning artwork will be featured at the FAEA Conference in October, an incredible honor for our school and our students!
🎖️ Emerging Artist Award
Kali Muhs – DeMaio Rice
Estelle Walters – DeMaio Rice
Shauna Zhang – DeMaio Rice
🎖️ Award of Merit
Anna Pabon – Perry
Allison Bencomo – Perry
Kori Townsend – Perry
Atleigh Hendry – Perry
Poppy Buckalew – Perry
🏅 Florida Award of Merit
Nyla Jennings – DeMaio Rice
Congratulations to all of our talented artists and dedicated teachers—we are so proud of you, YMS! 🐝💛🖤
#YuleeMiddleSchool #YMSProud #FSAA #StudentArtists #ArtExcellence
Reminder for families: Wednesday, April 22, is a half day for students.
Parents and guardians can view school start and end times here: https://5il.co/3mw28
For questions, please contact your child’s school.
#WeAreNassau
Parents and guardians can view school start and end times here: https://5il.co/3mw28
For questions, please contact your child’s school.
#WeAreNassau
🎤🐝 Hornets Got Talent! 🐝🎤
Yulee Middle School was thrilled to bring back our talent show, "Hornets Got Talent!" Hosted by the amazing Mrs. Loomis, this show showcased the hard work, courage, and creativity of our students during a daytime performance for their peers and an evening show for families.
Our students did an outstanding job preparing and delivering an unforgettable performance, but what stood out just as much was their sportsmanship and kindness. While waiting for the winners to be announced, students could be heard cheering one another on and saying, “We’re all friends no matter who wins, we all did great!” It was truly heartwarming to witness.
👏 Congratulations to our winners:
⭐ Fan Favorite Award: RJ, who wowed the crowd with amazing country singing
🥈 Second Place: Lillian, who blew us away with a beautiful acappella performance
🥇 First Place: Cora, who took home the top prize with a powerful cover from Moana... that final note was unforgettable!
We are so proud of all our students for their hard work, bravery, and incredible talent. This show reminded us just how special our Hornet community is—and we already can’t wait to do it again next year! 💚💛
#HornetsGotTalent #YMSPride #StudentVoice #FineArts #SoProudOfOurStudents
Yulee Middle School was thrilled to bring back our talent show, "Hornets Got Talent!" Hosted by the amazing Mrs. Loomis, this show showcased the hard work, courage, and creativity of our students during a daytime performance for their peers and an evening show for families.
Our students did an outstanding job preparing and delivering an unforgettable performance, but what stood out just as much was their sportsmanship and kindness. While waiting for the winners to be announced, students could be heard cheering one another on and saying, “We’re all friends no matter who wins, we all did great!” It was truly heartwarming to witness.
👏 Congratulations to our winners:
⭐ Fan Favorite Award: RJ, who wowed the crowd with amazing country singing
🥈 Second Place: Lillian, who blew us away with a beautiful acappella performance
🥇 First Place: Cora, who took home the top prize with a powerful cover from Moana... that final note was unforgettable!
We are so proud of all our students for their hard work, bravery, and incredible talent. This show reminded us just how special our Hornet community is—and we already can’t wait to do it again next year! 💚💛
#HornetsGotTalent #YMSPride #StudentVoice #FineArts #SoProudOfOurStudents
💚🐝 Final All Pro Dad Event of the Year! 🐝💚
We are excited to invite our YMS fathers, father figures, and students to our final All Pro Dad event of the school year on Tuesday, April 22nd from 7:45–8:30 AM in the YMS Cafeteria.
This last gathering will be a little more laid‑back and relaxed, giving dads and their children time to enjoy breakfast, play board games, and simply connect before the school day begins. It’s a great opportunity to slow down, laugh together, and make one more meaningful memory before we head into the summer and the end of the school year.
We hope you’ll join us one more time for free breakfast, quality time, and connection.
💚 All fathers and father figures are welcome!
📅 April 22, 2026
📍 YMS Cafeteria
⏰ 7:45–8:30 AM
#AllProDad #YMSPride #FamilyEngagement #StrongerTogether #MakingMemories
We are excited to invite our YMS fathers, father figures, and students to our final All Pro Dad event of the school year on Tuesday, April 22nd from 7:45–8:30 AM in the YMS Cafeteria.
This last gathering will be a little more laid‑back and relaxed, giving dads and their children time to enjoy breakfast, play board games, and simply connect before the school day begins. It’s a great opportunity to slow down, laugh together, and make one more meaningful memory before we head into the summer and the end of the school year.
We hope you’ll join us one more time for free breakfast, quality time, and connection.
💚 All fathers and father figures are welcome!
📅 April 22, 2026
📍 YMS Cafeteria
⏰ 7:45–8:30 AM
#AllProDad #YMSPride #FamilyEngagement #StrongerTogether #MakingMemories
Purple Up! Today, Wednesday, April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support for military families. The color purple was chosen because it symbolizes all branches of the military.
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☀️🎨 Fresh Air, Creativity, and YMS Pride! 🎨☀️
We are excited to share our new YMS‑themed picnic tables, recently placed around campus to give students a flexible, outdoor space to learn and create. From art projects to collaborative work, our students are loving the chance to enjoy the Florida sunshine while learning in a new setting!
These beautiful improvements, along with many others across our campus, are possible because of the One Mill referendum approved by our community. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our voters for investing in spaces that enhance learning, creativity, and student well‑being.
Your support is making a visible difference, and our students are truly benefiting from it every day! 💛🖤
#YMSPride #ThankYouVoters #OneMillAtWork #OutdoorLearning #SunshineAndSuccess
We are excited to share our new YMS‑themed picnic tables, recently placed around campus to give students a flexible, outdoor space to learn and create. From art projects to collaborative work, our students are loving the chance to enjoy the Florida sunshine while learning in a new setting!
These beautiful improvements, along with many others across our campus, are possible because of the One Mill referendum approved by our community. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our voters for investing in spaces that enhance learning, creativity, and student well‑being.
Your support is making a visible difference, and our students are truly benefiting from it every day! 💛🖤
#YMSPride #ThankYouVoters #OneMillAtWork #OutdoorLearning #SunshineAndSuccess
💜 Wear Purple on April 15 💜
In honor of military children
On April 15, our school will be participating in Purple Up Day to recognize and celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and sacrifices of military-connected students and families.
Wearing purple represents the unity of all branches of the military and reminds us that behind every service member is a family supporting them every step of the way. We are proud to stand together to show appreciation for those who serve—and the children and families who serve right alongside them.
Students and staff are encouraged to wear purple as a visible show of support and gratitude. Let’s fill our campus with purple and pride! 💜🇺🇸
#PurpleUp #MilitaryChildAppreciation #SpiritDay #MiddleSchoolPride #WeServeThoseWhoServe
In honor of military children
On April 15, our school will be participating in Purple Up Day to recognize and celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and sacrifices of military-connected students and families.
Wearing purple represents the unity of all branches of the military and reminds us that behind every service member is a family supporting them every step of the way. We are proud to stand together to show appreciation for those who serve—and the children and families who serve right alongside them.
Students and staff are encouraged to wear purple as a visible show of support and gratitude. Let’s fill our campus with purple and pride! 💜🇺🇸
#PurpleUp #MilitaryChildAppreciation #SpiritDay #MiddleSchoolPride #WeServeThoseWhoServe
Make plans to wear purple on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, as we continue our celebration of the Month of the Military Family.
👔🐝 Yulee Middle School – April's ALL PRO DAD Breakfast 🐝👔
Yulee Middle School is proud to host our last All Pro Dad Breakfast of the year, and we want YOU there!
📣 All YMS fathers, father figures, and anyone who just wants to spend a little extra quality time with their children are invited to join us for a special morning of connection and conversation.
📍 Location: YMS Cafeteria
🕢 Time: 7:45 AM – 8:30 AM
📅 Date: April 22nd, 2026
✅ FREE Breakfast Provided!
📱 Register using the QR code on the flyer
We look forward to seeing you there! 💚
#AllProDad #YuleeMiddleSchool #FamilyEngagement #StrongerTogether
Yulee Middle School is proud to host our last All Pro Dad Breakfast of the year, and we want YOU there!
📣 All YMS fathers, father figures, and anyone who just wants to spend a little extra quality time with their children are invited to join us for a special morning of connection and conversation.
📍 Location: YMS Cafeteria
🕢 Time: 7:45 AM – 8:30 AM
📅 Date: April 22nd, 2026
✅ FREE Breakfast Provided!
📱 Register using the QR code on the flyer
We look forward to seeing you there! 💚
#AllProDad #YuleeMiddleSchool #FamilyEngagement #StrongerTogether
🎨 Celebrating the Creativity at Yulee Middle School! 🎨
Even though March was Youth Art Month, we couldn’t let these incredible creations go unshared! Our YMS artists have been busy bringing imagination to life, and we are so proud of the talent, effort, and creativity happening in our art classrooms.
From clay sculptures (Patrick and Plankton made an appearance! 😄), to pencil drawings and paintings, to students sharpening their inner Rembrandt through digital drawing apps using tools similar to those used by professional animators, our students are exploring art in powerful and exciting ways.
Programs like this are possible because of the continued support of our community. Thanks to the One Mill funding approved by Nassau County residents, our students have access to high-quality materials, technology, and opportunities that allow their creativity to flourish. We are incredibly grateful for that investment in our children and our schools.
We’re excited to spotlight some of our favorite student artwork and share a glimpse of the beautiful creations happening every day at YMS. Take a look and enjoy! 🖌️✨
#YMSPride #YouthArt #StudentCreativity #ThankYouNassau #OneMillAtWork #ArtsEducation
Even though March was Youth Art Month, we couldn’t let these incredible creations go unshared! Our YMS artists have been busy bringing imagination to life, and we are so proud of the talent, effort, and creativity happening in our art classrooms.
From clay sculptures (Patrick and Plankton made an appearance! 😄), to pencil drawings and paintings, to students sharpening their inner Rembrandt through digital drawing apps using tools similar to those used by professional animators, our students are exploring art in powerful and exciting ways.
Programs like this are possible because of the continued support of our community. Thanks to the One Mill funding approved by Nassau County residents, our students have access to high-quality materials, technology, and opportunities that allow their creativity to flourish. We are incredibly grateful for that investment in our children and our schools.
We’re excited to spotlight some of our favorite student artwork and share a glimpse of the beautiful creations happening every day at YMS. Take a look and enjoy! 🖌️✨
#YMSPride #YouthArt #StudentCreativity #ThankYouNassau #OneMillAtWork #ArtsEducation
