Welcome to James Madison Middle School: FAQs

JAMES MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Transitioning to middle school is a major milestone, and we know that both scholars and families often have a mix of excitement and "first-day jitters."

To help you navigate this new chapter with confidence, we have gathered everything you need to know right here! Whether you’re curious about how to master your locker combination, where to know about joining the baseball team, or have a general question? -- this FAQ is your ultimate roadmap to Scholar Success and Middle School Excellence at James Madison Middle School.

We are thrilled to welcome you to the James Madison Middle School - Cougar Family—let’s make this your best year yet!

Remember: Staying Connected & in the JMMS Loop is EASY!

• ParentVUE/Synergy
• The Rundown
• The Cougar Corner 

Mastering Your Locker

Your locker is your home base at JMMS! To keep our hallways moving and our classrooms focused, we follow a simple "Locker Logic" routine:

• Timing is Everything: Each team has a dedicated locker window. You are permitted to visit your locker once during your alloted grade level/section time before the first class of the day, at a scheduled time midday to swap out supplies, and at the end of the day.
• The "Clear Bag" Rule: While bookbags, oversized, or any bags must stay securely in your locker during the day, you are welcome to carry a clear tote or clear bookbag to your classrooms for your essentials.

Plan Ahead: To stay on time for class, only retrieve your belongings during your section's specified locker breaks.

Early Dismissal Procedures & Expectations

To ensure the safety of all scholars and a smooth transition to our end-of-day operations, please note our daily early dismissal policy:

• 3:15 PM Cut-Off: Early dismissals (parent pick-ups) end promptly at 3:15 PM.
• "No-Dismissal" Window: Students will not be dismissed between 3:15 PM and our regular dismissal time of 4:15 PM.
• Why? This 60-minute window is critical for staging buses, coordinating after-school transitions, and ensuring every scholar is accounted for.

We kindly ask that you plan any appointments or early pick-ups accordingly to arrive before 3:15 PM. We appreciate your partnership in keeping JMMS safe and organized!