Mabry Middle School

Good afternoon, MMS Families!

As we continue preparing for an exciting start to the 2026–2027 school year, please review the important information and reminders for the week of July 27, 2026.

Principal's Update

Please take a few moments to review this week's Principal's Update:

https://app.smore.com/n/481tk

MMS School Improvement Council (SIC) Parent Nominations

MMS Parents,

We are now accepting nominations for parent representatives to serve on the T.E. Mabry Middle School School Improvement Council (SIC). The School Improvement Council serves as an advisory committee that works with the principal to support continuous school improvement and student success.

This year, two parent representatives will be elected to serve on the SIC based on parent nominations.

Before submitting a nomination, please contact the individual to ensure they are willing to serve if elected.

Important Dates

Nomination Deadline: Friday, August 14, 2026
Nominee Confirmation: During the week of August 17, 2026
After all nominees have been contacted and confirmed, a parent voting ballot will be emailed to MMS families so parents can elect the two representatives who will serve on the School Improvement Council.

Please submit your parent nomination using the link below:

SIC Nomination Form Link
Thank you for taking the time to participate in this important process and for your continued support of T.E. Mabry Middle School.

2026–2027 Online Registration

If you have not already done so, please complete your child's 2026–2027 Online Registration using the Snapcode that was emailed to you in April.

If you are unable to locate your child's Snapcode or need assistance, please contact our PowerSchool Database Manager, Gina DeCapio, at gina.decapio@spart1.org.

In-Person Registration Assistance

Our staff will be available to assist families with online registration at T.E. Mabry Middle School during the following times:

Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Online Registration Directions

Visit www.spart1.org.
Select Menu.
Click 2026 Registration.
Choose Returning Student Registration and select your preferred language.
Enter your child's 15-character Snapcode to begin the registration process.
Important Upcoming Dates

MMS Open House / Meet the Teacher

Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Location: T.E. Mabry Middle School
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

First Day of School

Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026
Car Rider Gate (Mabry Park) Opens: 7:05 a.m.
Tardy Bell: 8:00 a.m.

MMS Girls Volleyball Tryouts

Dates: Thursday, August 13, and Friday, August 14, 2026
Location: H.E. Hipp Gymnasium
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Please Note: Students must have a current physical on file before they are eligible to participate in tryouts.

Fall I-Ready Benchmark Testing

I-Ready Reading: August 18–21, 2026
I-Ready Math: August 25–28, 2026

Thank you for your continued support as we prepare for another outstanding school year at T.E. Mabry Middle School. We look forward to welcoming our students and families back very soon!

Go Cubs!

Wayne Copeland Jr.
Principal
T.E. Mabry Middle School

Good Afternoon, MMS Families!

As we continue preparing for an exciting start to the 2026–2027 school year, please review the important information and reminders below for the week of July 20, 2026.

Principal's Update: https://app.smore.com/n/481tk

Online Registration

Parents, if you have not already done so, please complete your child's 2026–2027 Online Registration using the snapcode that was emailed to you in April.

If you are unable to locate your child's snapcode or need assistance, please contact our PowerSchool Database Manager, Gina DeCapio, at gina.decapio@spart1.org.

For families needing in-person registration assistance, staff will be available at T.E. Mabry Middle School during the following times:

Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Online Registration Directions

Visit www.spart1.org.
Select Menu.
Click 2026 Registration.
Choose Returning Student Registration and select your preferred language.
Enter your child's 15-character snapcode to begin the registration process.

MMS Open House / Meet the Teacher

Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Location: T.E. Mabry Middle School
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

First Day of School

Thursday, August 6, 2026
Car Rider Gate (Mabry Park): Opens at 7:05 a.m.
Tardy Bell: 8:00 a.m.

We appreciate your continued support as we prepare for another outstanding school year at T.E. Mabry Middle School. We look forward to seeing everyone soon!

Go Cubs!

Good Afternoon, Mabry Middle School Families!

As we prepare for an exciting 2026–2027 school year, please take a few moments to review this week's Principal's Update. The newsletter contains important information about the upcoming school year, so we encourage all parents and guardians to read it in its entirety.

Principal's Update: https://app.smore.com/n/481tk

Upcoming Events – Mark Your Calendars!

📚 Mabry Middle School Open House / Meet the Teacher
Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Location: Mabry Middle School
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

🎒 First Day of School (Students & Staff)
Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026
Car Rider Gate Opens: 7:05 a.m.
Tardy Bell: 8:00 a.m.

Returning Student Registration

Returning student registration for the 2026–2027 school year remains open.

Parents of returning students received their snap code and Student ID in an email from PowerSchool Online Registration during the week of April 13, 2026. This information was sent to the primary parent/guardian email address on file in PowerSchool. If you do not see the email, please check your spam and junk folders.

You will need your student's snap code to complete the registration process. Please note: Parents will not log in using their previous PowerSchool username and password. Instead, you will create a new enrollment user ID and password to access the online registration system.

If you have any questions regarding registration, including assistance with your snap code, please contact Wayne Copeland Jr., Principal, at wayne.copeland@spart1.org.

🚌 Bus Transportation – 2026–2027 School Year

Need bus transportation for your child during the 2026–2027 school year? Please click the link below to access and complete the Spartanburg County School District One Bus Transportation Request Form.

To guarantee bus transportation for the first day of school, the transportation request form must be completed by Sunday, July 19, 2026. Completing the form by this deadline will help ensure that your child's transportation arrangements are in place before the start of the school year.

If your child will need bus transportation, we encourage you to complete the request form as soon as possible.

Bus Transportation Request Form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2xKsZyqYg23pWnDpUS52hqXRRbuvBcG6loBO6ZhfoDLiXCA/viewform

Thank you for your continued support of Mabry Middle School. We look forward to partnering with you for another outstanding school year!

GO CUBS! 💙🧡
— Mr. Copeland

Good afternoon, MMS Families!

Please take a moment to review this week’s Principal’s Update:
https://app.smore.com/n/481tk

Upcoming Events (Mark Your Calendars!)

May 19: Field Day / Yearbook Day - see flyer in memo for details

May 20: Awards Day
(If your student is receiving an award, you will receive a notification via text and email on the afternoon/evening of Monday, May 18th.)

7th Grade – 8:30 AM
8th Grade – 10:00 AM

May 21: Student Half-Day – Dismissal at 11:15 AM

May 22: Last Student Day (Half Day) – Dismissal at 11:15 AM

Q4 report cards will be delivered electronically via email.

Returning Student Registration

Returning student registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. Snap codes and detailed registration instructions were sent via email on Monday, April 13th. If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact Mrs. Gina DeCapio, PowerSchool Database Manager, at gina.decapio@spart1.org.

Online Athletic Registration Process

MMS Parents,

This year, we will be using ArbiterSports for our online athletic registration process. Please use the helpful links below to create an account and complete your student-athlete’s first-time registration:

https://arbitersportshelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/19923853845517-How-do-I-create-an-account-and-register-for-the-first-time-For-Parents

https://arbitersportshelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/19923837812365-How-do-I-Register-for-the-First-Time-For-Parents

Important Art News from Ms. Yankovich (MMS Art Teacher)

Please see the attached link regarding important art news from our MMS Art Teacher, Ms. Emma Yankovich.

Thank you for your continued support of Mabry Middle School!

GO CUBS 💙🧡
— Mr. Copeland

Good afternoon, MMS Families!

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day to all of our Mabry Middle School moms! We appreciate everything you do for our students and our school community. 💐

Please take a moment to review this week’s Principal’s Update:
https://app.smore.com/n/481tk

Returning Student Registration

Returning student registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. Snap codes and detailed registration instructions were sent via email on Monday, April 13th. If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact Mrs. Gina DeCapio, PowerSchool Database Manager, at gina.decapio@spart1.org.

Online Athletic Registration Process

MMS Parents,

This year, we will be using ArbiterSports for our online athletic registration process. Please use the helpful links below to create an account and complete your student-athlete’s first-time registration:

https://arbitersportshelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/19923853845517-How-do-I-create-an-account-and-register-for-the-first-time-For-Parents

https://arbitersportshelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/19923837812365-How-do-I-Register-for-the-First-Time-For-Parents

Upcoming Events (Mark Your Calendars!)

• May 11–15: Spring Semester Final Exams
- (Mon) Academic Arts, Science OR Social Studies
- (Tues) ELA
- (Weds) Math
- (Thurs and Fri) Make-Up Exams
• May 15: Q4 Report Card Grades Due
• May 19: Field Day / Yearbook Day
• May 20: Awards Day
  – 7th Grade: 8:30 AM
  – 8th Grade: 10:00 AM
• May 21: Student Half-Day – Dismissal at 11:15 AM
• May 22: Last Student Day (Half Day) – Dismissal at 11:15 AM
  Q4 report cards will be delivered electronically via email.

Thank you for your continued support of Mabry Middle School!

GO CUBS 💙🧡
— Mr. Copeland

Good afternoon, MMS Families!

Please take a moment to review this week’s Principal’s Update:
https://app.smore.com/n/481tk

SC READY
Parents, we will conduct our final day of SC READY testing on Tuesday, May 5th. Students will complete the Math portion of the assessment. Here are a few practical tips to help your child prepare:

Ensure your child gets plenty of rest — aim for at least 8 hours of sleep, especially before testing
Provide a healthy breakfast — a nutritious meal helps students stay focused and energized
Arrive at school on time — being late can create unnecessary stress and may disrupt testing schedules
Encourage daily attendance — avoid scheduling appointments during testing days whenever possible
Communicate with teachers — reach out if you have questions about testing dates, preparation resources, or ways to support your child

Returning Student Registration
Returning student registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. Snap codes and detailed registration instructions were sent via email on Monday, April 13th. If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact Mrs. Gina DeCapio, PowerSchool Database Manager, at gina.decapio@spart1.org.

Online Athletic Registration Process

MMS Parents,
This year, we will be using ArbiterSports for our online athletic registration process. Please use the helpful links below to create an account and complete your student-athlete’s first-time registration:

https://arbitersportshelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/19923853845517-How-do-I-create-an-account-and-register-for-the-first-time-For-Parents

https://arbitersportshelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/19923837812365-How-do-I-Register-for-the-First-Time-For-Parents

Upcoming Events (Mark Your Calendars!):
May 5: SC READY Math / Spring Chorus Concert, 7:00–7:45 PM @ Chapman High School
May 11–15: Spring Semester Final Exams (see memo for details)
May 19: Field Day / Yearbook Day
May 20: Awards Day (7th Grade – 8:30 AM | 8th Grade – 10:00 AM)
May 21: Student Half-Day – Dismissal at 11:15 AM
May 22: Last Student Day (Half Day) – Dismissal at 11:15 AM; Q4 report cards will be delivered electronically via email

Thank you for your continued support of Mabry Middle School!

GO CUBS 💙🧡
— Mr. Copeland

Good afternoon, MMS Families!

Please take a moment to review this week’s Principal’s Update:
https://app.smore.com/n/481tk

SC READY Testing

Parents, as you know, we will begin SC READY Testing on Tuesday, April 28th. Here are a few practical tips to help your child prepare for testing:

Ensure your child gets plenty of rest — aim for at least 8 hours of sleep each night, especially before testing days.
Provide a healthy breakfast — a nutritious meal helps students stay focused and energized.
Arrive at school on time — being late can create unnecessary stress and may disrupt testing schedules.
Encourage daily attendance — avoid scheduling appointments during testing days whenever possible.
Communicate with teachers — reach out if you have questions about testing dates, preparation resources, or ways to support your child.

2026–2027 Returning Student Registration

Returning student registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. Snap codes and detailed registration instructions were sent to your email on Monday, April 13th.

Please contact Mrs. Gina DeCapio, PowerSchool Database Manager, with any questions regarding registration at gina.decapio@spart1.org.

📌 Upcoming Events (Mark Your Calendars!)
Apr. 28: SC READY Writing / Spring Concert (Band), 7:00–7:45 PM @ Chapman HS
Apr. 29: SC READY Reading
Apr. 30: Spring Concert (Orchestra), 7:00–7:45 PM @ Chapman HS
May 1: 8th Grade Dance (see posted flyer in memo for details)
May 5: SC READY Math / Spring Concert (Chorus), 7:00–7:45 PM @ Chapman HS
May 11–15: Spring Semester Final Exams (see memo for details)
May 19: Field Day / Yearbook Day
May 20: Awards Day (7th Grade – 8:30 AM | 8th Grade – 10:00 AM)
May 21: Student Half-Day – Dismissal at 11:15 AM
May 22: Last Student Day (Half Day) – Dismissal at 11:15 AM / Q4 Report Cards delivered electronically via email

Thank you for your continued support of Mabry Middle School!

GO CUBS 💙🧡
— Mr. Copeland