
❤️ PULSE OF THE DISTRICT - DAY 2: RESPOND ❤️
WORLD HEART DAY - September 29!
TUESDAY FOCUS: RESPOND - Learn Hands-Only CPR.
If a person collapses, is unresponsive, and isn't breathing normally: Call 911, send someone to retrieve an AED, and begin Hands-Only CPR.
How? Place your hands in the center of the chest and push hard and fast at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. Continue until an AED or emergency help arrives.
What you learn today could one day help you save a friend, teammate, family member, or even a stranger.
🧠 TRIVIA: What is the recommended rhythm for adult CPR chest compressions?
A. 40-60 compressions per minute
B. 100-120 compressions per minute
C. 100-180 compressions per minute
Answer: B - 100-120 compressions per minute.
🎵 ACTIVITY: Find the Beat Challenge! Have students find a song with a beat close to 100-120 BPM and clap or tap along. Hint: Check out AHA's "Don't Drop the Beat" playlist!
Students in Physical Education & HOPE will practice HOCPR in class.
Be ready to act.
#WorldHeartDay #PulseOfTheDistrict #OneDistrictOnePulse #Respond #HandsOnlyCPR #LearnCPR #DCPS #September29
WORLD HEART DAY - September 29!
TUESDAY FOCUS: RESPOND - Learn Hands-Only CPR.
If a person collapses, is unresponsive, and isn't breathing normally: Call 911, send someone to retrieve an AED, and begin Hands-Only CPR.
How? Place your hands in the center of the chest and push hard and fast at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. Continue until an AED or emergency help arrives.
What you learn today could one day help you save a friend, teammate, family member, or even a stranger.
🧠 TRIVIA: What is the recommended rhythm for adult CPR chest compressions?
A. 40-60 compressions per minute
B. 100-120 compressions per minute
C. 100-180 compressions per minute
Answer: B - 100-120 compressions per minute.
🎵 ACTIVITY: Find the Beat Challenge! Have students find a song with a beat close to 100-120 BPM and clap or tap along. Hint: Check out AHA's "Don't Drop the Beat" playlist!
Students in Physical Education & HOPE will practice HOCPR in class.
Be ready to act.
#WorldHeartDay #PulseOfTheDistrict #OneDistrictOnePulse #Respond #HandsOnlyCPR #LearnCPR #DCPS #September29

🎮 ESPORTS GAME DAY! 💙🖤
Only students on the Esports Team will attend today's match.
🕓 Match Time: 4:00 - 5:30 PM, Tuesday, 9/29
📍 Location: Computer Lab
🚗 Parent Pick-Up: Front of the school
Let's go Hawks! #GoHawks #MandarinMiddle #Esports

Hawks! Don't forget our Chick-fil-A Spirit Day fundraiser on Tuesday, September 29th, from 6 am to 8 pm at the Mandarin Chick-fil-A on Oak Bluff Lane. 20% of sales come back to Mandarin Middle for student incentives and activities. Make sure to mention Mandarin Middle School when you order — drive-thru only!

🍂🎤 IT'S CONCERT SEASON! 🎶
Join us for our MMS Fall Orchestra Concert!
Our talented Hawks have been working hard, and you don't want to miss this night of music!
📅 October 1st
⏰6:00 PM
📍 @ Mandarin Middle School
🎟️ Tickets $5
Get your tickets early & visit MMSARTS4All.com for more info!

Audrianna is an outgoing and enthusiastic person who brings positive energy to the team. She is friendly, approachable, and always willing to encourage and support those around her.

6th Grade Parent Night
Please join us for 6th Grade Parent Night on October 8th at 6:00 PM. During this important meeting, school administrators and counselor will discuss promotion requirements, academic expectations, attendance, testing information, and strategies to help your child have a successful school year.
We encourage all 6th grade parents and guardians to attend and learn how we can partner together to support student achievement. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please join us for 6th Grade Parent Night on October 8th at 6:00 PM. During this important meeting, school administrators and counselor will discuss promotion requirements, academic expectations, attendance, testing information, and strategies to help your child have a successful school year.
We encourage all 6th grade parents and guardians to attend and learn how we can partner together to support student achievement. We look forward to seeing you there!

Winter Sports Parent Meeting
Attention Fall Sports Families!
Please mark your calendars for our upcoming parent meetings, which will be held in the auditorium at 6:00 pm.
⚽ Soccer Parent Meeting
📅 October 7
🏀 Basketball Parent Meeting
📅 October 13
We look forward to seeing you there and preparing for a successful season!
More information coming soon!
Attention Fall Sports Families!
Please mark your calendars for our upcoming parent meetings, which will be held in the auditorium at 6:00 pm.
⚽ Soccer Parent Meeting
📅 October 7
🏀 Basketball Parent Meeting
📅 October 13
We look forward to seeing you there and preparing for a successful season!
More information coming soon!
Week Eight Inspirational Quote:
"You have to believe in yourself when no one else does." ~ Serena Williams
Serena Williams reminds us, “You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.” As we continue our Go for the Gold journey this year, remember that success starts with confidence, perseverance, and a belief in your ability to achieve great things. Whether you're in the classroom, on the field, or performing on stage, trust yourself, give your best effort, and keep reaching for excellence. Hawks, keep believing in yourselves and Go for the Gold!
"You have to believe in yourself when no one else does." ~ Serena Williams
Serena Williams reminds us, “You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.” As we continue our Go for the Gold journey this year, remember that success starts with confidence, perseverance, and a belief in your ability to achieve great things. Whether you're in the classroom, on the field, or performing on stage, trust yourself, give your best effort, and keep reaching for excellence. Hawks, keep believing in yourselves and Go for the Gold!
MONDAY FOCUS: RECOGNIZE - Know the signs.
Sudden cardiac arrest can happen when a person unexpectedly collapses, is unresponsive, and is not breathing normally or is only gasping. Recognizing cardiac arrest quickly is the first step to saving a life.
🧠 TRIVIA: Which combination of signs may indicate sudden cardiac arrest?
A. Sudden collapse, unresponsiveness, and abnormal or no breathing
B. Headache, hunger, and tiredness
C. Sneezing, coughing, and a sore throat
Answer: A — Sudden collapse, unresponsiveness, and abnormal or no breathing.
Today, talk to your students about why recognizing cardiac arrest quickly is so important. Every second matters!
Be ready to act.
Sudden cardiac arrest can happen when a person unexpectedly collapses, is unresponsive, and is not breathing normally or is only gasping. Recognizing cardiac arrest quickly is the first step to saving a life.
🧠 TRIVIA: Which combination of signs may indicate sudden cardiac arrest?
A. Sudden collapse, unresponsiveness, and abnormal or no breathing
B. Headache, hunger, and tiredness
C. Sneezing, coughing, and a sore throat
Answer: A — Sudden collapse, unresponsiveness, and abnormal or no breathing.
Today, talk to your students about why recognizing cardiac arrest quickly is so important. Every second matters!
Be ready to act.

Football Game at home VS Springfield 9/29 at 530 pm. Tickets can be purchased at gofan.co
Poster credit: Kasey S.
Poster credit: Kasey S.
Yearbook Club meeting 9/29 at 815 AM

🏐 GAME DAY! 🏐
Your Lady Hawks are on the road!
MANDARIN vs DARNELL-COOKMAN
📅 September 28th
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 AWAY GAME
Let's bring the energy! 💙🖤🤍 GO HAWKS!
🎟️ Tickets: GoFan.co - search Mandarin Middle School
#MandarinHawks #MMSVolleyball #GoHawks #LadyHawks
Your Lady Hawks are on the road!
MANDARIN vs DARNELL-COOKMAN
📅 September 28th
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 AWAY GAME
Let's bring the energy! 💙🖤🤍 GO HAWKS!
🎟️ Tickets: GoFan.co - search Mandarin Middle School
#MandarinHawks #MMSVolleyball #GoHawks #LadyHawks

⚽️ SOCCER PARENT INTEREST MEETING ⚽️
Boys & Girls Soccer Teams
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 6:00 PM
Come out to hear paperwork and tryout information for the upcoming season. All parents/guardians welcome!
Questions? Please contact Coach Kulwicki or Coach Dye.
#GoHawks ⚽️💙🤍
Boys & Girls Soccer Teams
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 6:00 PM
Come out to hear paperwork and tryout information for the upcoming season. All parents/guardians welcome!
Questions? Please contact Coach Kulwicki or Coach Dye.
#GoHawks ⚽️💙🤍

❤️ PULSE OF THE DISTRICT ❤️
World Heart Week • September 28 - October 2, 2026
One District. One Pulse. Thousands Prepared to Save a Life.
DCPS is proud to partner with the American Heart Association for a districtwide initiative to ensure every middle and high school student participates in a Hands-Only CPR learning experience.
Our 5-Day Focus:
1️⃣ MONDAY - RECOGNIZE: Know the signs.
2️⃣ TUESDAY - RESPOND: Learn Hands-Only CPR.
3️⃣ WEDNESDAY - RETRIEVE: Know your AED.
4️⃣ THURSDAY - REACT: Work together. Every second counts.
5️⃣ FRIDAY - RELAY: Be ready to save a life.
Learn it. Practice it. Share it. You can be the reason someone lives.
Be ready to act.
#WorldHeartDay #PulseOfTheDistrict #OneDistrictOnePulse #DCPS #AmericanHeartAssociation #CPR #SchoolHealth #BeReadyToAct
World Heart Week • September 28 - October 2, 2026
One District. One Pulse. Thousands Prepared to Save a Life.
DCPS is proud to partner with the American Heart Association for a districtwide initiative to ensure every middle and high school student participates in a Hands-Only CPR learning experience.
Our 5-Day Focus:
1️⃣ MONDAY - RECOGNIZE: Know the signs.
2️⃣ TUESDAY - RESPOND: Learn Hands-Only CPR.
3️⃣ WEDNESDAY - RETRIEVE: Know your AED.
4️⃣ THURSDAY - REACT: Work together. Every second counts.
5️⃣ FRIDAY - RELAY: Be ready to save a life.
Learn it. Practice it. Share it. You can be the reason someone lives.
Be ready to act.
#WorldHeartDay #PulseOfTheDistrict #OneDistrictOnePulse #DCPS #AmericanHeartAssociation #CPR #SchoolHealth #BeReadyToAct


SPANISH CLUB REMINDER!
• Monday 8:15 AM • Room 20
Permission form required! Only 30 spots!

Hawk Store Today! Don't forget your hawk bucks!

Check out this event!

📢 Don’t Get Them Confused!
Amendment 3 and the Duval County Public Schools 1-mill referendum are two separate items on the November 3 ballot.
🏫 The 1-mill referendum is a continuation of the millage approved by Duval County voters in 2022. It supports school funding, including teacher pay, as well as arts and athletics.
🏠 Amendment 3 is a proposed change to the Florida Constitution addressing property taxes statewide. The amendment excludes school funding.
Take a look at the graphic for a quick side-by-side comparison and visit www.DuvalSchools.org/Vote for more information about the 1-mill referendum.
Amendment 3 and the Duval County Public Schools 1-mill referendum are two separate items on the November 3 ballot.
🏫 The 1-mill referendum is a continuation of the millage approved by Duval County voters in 2022. It supports school funding, including teacher pay, as well as arts and athletics.
🏠 Amendment 3 is a proposed change to the Florida Constitution addressing property taxes statewide. The amendment excludes school funding.
Take a look at the graphic for a quick side-by-side comparison and visit www.DuvalSchools.org/Vote for more information about the 1-mill referendum.


