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Back to School Open House - SMS - July 30th, 2026 (meet your teachers, get your schedule, start strong): 6th grade meet the teacher 4:30 - 6:00 pm; 7th & 8th grade schedule pickup 3:00 - 6:00 pm - Registration must be complete by 7/27 to receive a schedule and meet the teacher
13 days ago, SMS News
Back to School Open House - SMS - July 30th, 2026 (meet your teachers, get your schedule, start strong): 6th grade meet the teacher 4:30 - 6:00 pm; 7th & 8th grade schedule pickup 3:00 - 6:00 pm - Registration must be complete by 7/27 to receive a schedule and meet the teacher
SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST
2026-2027
Grades 6-8

CLASSROOM ESSENTIALS:
*Kleenex 3 packs
* Hand Sanitizer
*Clorox Wipes
*Roll of Paper Towels
*1 pack of Expo Markers (Black)
*CLASSROOM ESSENTIALS WILL BE TURNED IN TO 1ST PERIOD/HOMEROOM TEACHER.

ORGANIZATION & NOTEBOOKS:

*1 inch Binder
*1 package of dividers w/ pockets
*2 folders w/ prongs and pockets
*1 subject spiral notebook
*Composition Notebook

ITEMS TO KEEP DAILY: May need to be replenished throughout the school year.
• Pencils
• Colored pencils
• Highlighters
• Notebook paper (2 packs)
• 3 x 5 index cards
• Glue Sticks (2)

CALCULATOR (OPTIONAL):
TI-108 6th Grade
TI-108 7th Grade
TI-30X IIS-8th Grade

BE PREPARED.
BE POSITIVE.
BE AWESOME!
Charger Pride!

*** TEACHERS MAY REQUEST ADDITIONAL ITEMS IF NEEDED.
10 days ago, SMS News
SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST  2026-2027 Grades 6-8  Let's LEARN, GROW & SUCCEED!   CLASSROOM ESSENTIALS: *Kleenex 3 packs * Hand Sanitizer *Clorox Wipes *Roll of Paper Towels *1 pack of Expo Markers (Black) *CLASSROOM ESSENTIALS WILL BE TURNED IN TO 1ST PERIOD/HOMEROOM TEACHER.  ORGANIZATION & NOTEBOOKS:  *1 inch Binder *1 package of dividers w/ pockets *2 folders w/ prongs and pockets *1 subject spiral notebook *Composition Notebook  ITEMS TO KEEP DAILY: May need to be replenished throughout the school year. • Pencils • Colored pencils • Highlighters • Notebook paper (2 packs) • 3 x 5 index cards • Glue Sticks (2)  CALCULATOR (OPTIONAL): TI-108 6th Grade TI-108 7th Grade TI-30X IIS-8th Grade  BE PREPARED. BE POSITIVE. BE AWESOME! Charger Pride!  *** TEACHERS MAY REQUEST ADDITIONAL ITEMS IF NEEDED.

26-27 Meet the Teacher Nights in the Southaven Zone - GES (July 30th - 4-6 pm); HSES (July 30th - 4 -6 pm); SES (July 30th - 4-6 pm); SIS (July 30th - 5 - 7 pm); SMS & SHS TBA in July

about 1 month ago, DCS eNews
26-27 Meet the Teacher Nights in the Southaven Zone - GES (July 30th - 4-6 pm); HSES (July 30th - 4 -6 pm); SES (July 30th - 4-6 pm); SIS (July 30th - 5 - 7 pm); SMS & SHS TBA in July
If you see a Dancer, please CONGRATULATE them on their big wins at nationals this past weekend. The SMS Dance Team won:

1st Place in Jr Pom Division

Grand Champion in Dance Division

And Judges Choice for Choreography
3 months ago, SMS Web News
Dancers show off
Dancers pose
Dancers with banners
Dancers show off their nationals rings!
Football tryouts are here!! Tryouts is on April 30th!
3 months ago, Courtney Isom
football
One School. Two Titles. One Championship Sweep! Our 8th graders showed what happens when heart meets hustle.
Congratulations to our 8th Girls and Boys Basketball Teams for being the 2025-2026 DeSoto County School 8th Grade Basketball Champions!
It’s a Great Day to be a Charger! 🧡💙⚡️
5 months ago, SMS Web News
Picture of Champions
Picture of 8th Grade Girls' BB Champions
Want to be a teacher but don't know how to start? Visit https://teachms.org!
11 months ago, DCS eNews
Picture of teacher teaching
2025 - 2026 School Supply Lists are available!! Click for the list: https://www.desotocountyschools.org/page/25-26-school-supply-lists
about 1 year ago, DCS eNews
2025-2026 School Supplies Image
2025-2026 School Supply Lists are now available! ! Link here: https://www.desotocountyschools.org/page/25-26-school-supply-lists
over 1 year ago, SMS Web News
2025-2026 School Supply Lists Now Available
📢 Calling all volunteers! 📢 We need test proctors to help ensure a smooth testing experience! 📝📚 Sign up today and join us for training on April 8th at 4 PM at SMS. Click the link or scan the QR code to register! ✅ #TestProctorsNeeded #MakeADifference"
over 1 year ago, Courtney Isom
proctors
Celebrating Culture Through Creativity! 🎨🖤 Showcase your talents in our Black History Art Contest—where every piece tells a powerful story.
over 1 year ago, Courtney Isom
art
Strike a Pose and Smile! 📸 Picture Day is here—where memories are made one click at a time!
over 1 year ago, Courtney Isom
pics

Job Opportunities at DCS! Apply Now! Follow us on Instagram for location postings
https://www.instagram.com/dcs.hr/
And, apply here! https://www.applitrack.com/dcsms/onlineapp/

about 2 years ago, DCS eNews