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The stage is set for High School Musical Jr.!
James Madison Middle School students are bringing High School Musical Jr. to the stage this week, and you won't want to miss it. It's sure to be an unforgettable, high-energy show, so make plans to support out talneted performers!
Peformances wull be held at Patrick Henry High School:
Feb. 25-28
7pm nightly, plus a 1 p.m. matinee on Saturday, Feb 28th.
Get your tickets here:
Join us for the annual Scholastic Book Fair!
Congratulations to Matilda for winning the RCPS Divison Spelling Bee! She will represent Roanoke City Schools at the Regional Bee in March.
Our PTA has officially launched the JMMS Gear Store!
You can customize EVERYTHING — shirts, hoodies, hats, and more to show off your Matador Pride!
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Coming soon: Nike and Under Armour items will be added in the next few days, so keep checking back!
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Don’t wait — visit the store today and create your perfect JMMS look!
Congratulations to the winner and runner up of our spelling bee.
2025-2026 James Madison Teacher of the Year…Mr. Jesse Wilson!
His commitment to supporting students with patience, creativity, and heart makes a lasting impact every day.
Beyond the classroom, Mr. Wilson is known for his passion for baseball, wrestling, and his right hand man, all of which bring extra joy and energy to his work and life.
Thank you, Mr. Wilson, for everything you do to inspire, encourage, and empower your students. You truly are a home run for our school community!
Congratulations to our JMMS Volleyball team in winning the City Championship!
Congratulations to James Madiosn Middle School Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams in bringing home the City Championship titles!
Our Mission
James Madison Middle School is committed to providing learning experiences that will assist our students to achieve their greatest potential to adapt and adjust to a diverse and ever-changing society. We are dedicated to the belief that diversity is a strength to be respected. At James Madison Middle School, we believe every child can and will learn. We will empower our students by unlocking their curiosity, work ethic, empathy, and resilience in a safe, supportive and challenging learning environment. Our goal is to guide our students to reach their full potential as global citizens who embody our 3Rs - Be Responsible, Be Respectful and Be Ready to Learn.
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Awarded by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, the microgrid will upgrade emergency capacity at Patrick Henry High School and William Fleming High School.
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A guide to what the Commonwealth of Virginia’s new school ratings mean for RCPS families.
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Kaicey Manns is RCPS' 2026 Teacher of the Year!