Valdosta Middle School is launching a schoolwide Attendance Challenge from March 9 through April 30. Students who attend school every day during this time will earn perfect attendance for the challenge and be rewarded with a school trip to Wild Adventures on May 1. We are encouraging all Wildcats to show up, stay strong, and make every day count as we work together to build strong attendance habits.
Attention all families of rising 6th, 7th and 8th grade students: Click the link to access the STEM online application for the 2026-27 school year. Come be a part of our Cognia Nationally Accredited STEM Academy at VMS!
We will host a STEM interest meeting for families on Friday, March 13, 3:00-4:00, in the STEM Lab.
🔎🐾 Cats Caught Reading at Valdosta Middle School!
STEM-6 students, Wesley Young, Malcolm Doyle, Skylar Lewis, and Joy Copeland were all caught reading while in Mr. McBride's science class!
STEM-6 students, Wesley Young, Malcolm Doyle, Skylar Lewis, and Joy Copeland were all caught reading while in Mr. McBride's science class!
🔎🐾 Cats Caught Reading at VMS!
Ms. Corbin's STEM-6 students, Savion Daniels and Kennedy Jackson, took some time during class to enjoy reading their library books.
🔎🐾 Cats Caught Reading at Valdosta Middle School!
Mr. Duren’s STEM-7 students enjoyed some dedicated reading time during class.
Mr. Duren’s STEM-7 students enjoyed some dedicated reading time during class.
Cats Caught Reading at VMS! 🔎🐾
Sixth graders Merritt Whitaker and Jaxson Abbott were spotted fully engaged in their books during their class’s weekly visit to the VMS Media Center. Their ELA teacher, Ms. Corbin, submitted this great moment as part of our Cats Caught Reading initiative — celebrating Wildcats who love to read wherever they are!
Sixth graders Merritt Whitaker and Jaxson Abbott were spotted fully engaged in their books during their class’s weekly visit to the VMS Media Center. Their ELA teacher, Ms. Corbin, submitted this great moment as part of our Cats Caught Reading initiative — celebrating Wildcats who love to read wherever they are!
Cats Caught Reading! 😺📚 7th graders Yemenya Smith and Shontia Berrian were spotted reading after finishing their classwork at Valdosta Middle School. Thanks to their ELA teacher Lydia Lewis for sharing this snapshot of our Wildcats loving literacy! #BelieVeInTheV #CatsCaughtReading #LiteracyMatters
🖤💛 WILDCAT NATION — IT’S GAME TIME FOR GOOD! 💛🖤
The Inaugural Winnersville Challenge to Give United is officially underway, and we need Wildcat Nation to help us bring home the win — both on the field and in our community!
This friendly competition between Valdosta City Schools and Lowndes County Schools supports the Greater Valdosta United Way and the many programs that strengthen South Georgia families.
Here’s how YOU can make a difference:
📱 Text GOCATS to 44321 to donate on behalf of Valdosta City Schools
❤️ Every dollar stays local and helps fund critical resources for our neighbors in need.
The winning team will be announced at the Winnersville Classic on Friday, October 31, so let’s show everyone what it means to BelieVe in the V and Give United!
Together, we can make an impact that goes far beyond the scoreboard. Let’s do this, Wildcats! 🐾
#BelieVeintheV #GoCats #LiveUnited #WinnersvilleChallenge
The Inaugural Winnersville Challenge to Give United is officially underway, and we need Wildcat Nation to help us bring home the win — both on the field and in our community!
This friendly competition between Valdosta City Schools and Lowndes County Schools supports the Greater Valdosta United Way and the many programs that strengthen South Georgia families.
Here’s how YOU can make a difference:
📱 Text GOCATS to 44321 to donate on behalf of Valdosta City Schools
❤️ Every dollar stays local and helps fund critical resources for our neighbors in need.
The winning team will be announced at the Winnersville Classic on Friday, October 31, so let’s show everyone what it means to BelieVe in the V and Give United!
Together, we can make an impact that goes far beyond the scoreboard. Let’s do this, Wildcats! 🐾
#BelieVeintheV #GoCats #LiveUnited #WinnersvilleChallenge
This week is attendance awareness week. VMS will have daily drawings and dress up days. Students who choose to participate in dress up must be in compliance with the VCS dress code. Let's show up and show out. Every day counts.
It didn't take us long to find a Cat Caught Reading! 🔍🐾
Dr. Lockhart has been making his rounds across the district — and this week, he took time to share a story with one of our elementary classes. His commitment to literacy is clear, because when our students see leaders who read, they belieVe they can too. #BelieVeInTheV 📚
Dr. Lockhart has been making his rounds across the district — and this week, he took time to share a story with one of our elementary classes. His commitment to literacy is clear, because when our students see leaders who read, they belieVe they can too. #BelieVeInTheV 📚
First Day of School Reminders
Come connect with us!
See the flyer for information on STEM try-on and ordering.
A big thank you to Hester and Morris Orthodontics and Southland Children’s Dentistry for their generous donation to the WOW Bus! Your support helps bring smiles and learning to kids across our community. 🚍
📣 VMS Families – Important Dates! 📣
We’re excited to share the upcoming dates for VMS Honors Day and 8th Grade Graduation!
🎓 Honors Day – Wednesday, May 21 (VMS Gym):
📚 6th Grade: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
📚 7th Grade: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📚 8th Grade: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🎉 8th Grade Graduation – Thursday, May 22 at 6:00 PM (VMS Gym)
We look forward to celebrating our students' hard work and accomplishments with you all!
Valdosta Middle School
📚 Caught in the Act... of Reading! 😺📖
Valdosta Middle School 7th graders were spotted deep in their latest reads:
🚢 Roberto Ortiz reading I Survived the Titanic
⚾ Matthew Lahood reading The Reluctant Pitcher
🏈 William Howell reading Raiders Night
😎 Khristian Dixon reading Diary of a Wimpy Kid - Dog Days
#CatsCaughtReading
Friday, the Sped Department showed their support for World Down Syndrome Day! We stand together in support of inclusion, acceptance and the power of diversity. Let’s continue to break barriers and create a world where everyone shines.
Mr. Layton, a 7th-grade STEM teacher at Valdosta Middle School, was caught reading! When teachers embrace literacy, students are inspired to do the same! 🔍📚🐾 #CatsCaughtReading
Coach Felton proves that even on a busy day, there’s always time to read with your kids! 📚👨👦 The hustle never stops, but making time for reading will create memories that will last a lifetime. #CatsCaughtReading
Did you catch a cat reading? Submit your evidence: gocats.org/page/literacy
