Middlesex County Public Schools, VA

10/28/2026

🎓💙 Exploring Opportunities Beyond the Classroom! 💙🎓

The future is bright for our Middlesex High School Chargers! 🌟

Recently, 20 MHS freshmen and sophomores had the exciting opportunity to visit the University of Virginia (UVA) and experience a glimpse of college life!

Students were selected by MHS School Counselors based on their academic achievement, positive conduct, and expressed interest in exploring higher education opportunities.

This experience provided students with valuable exposure to a university setting, encouraging them to dream big, set goals, and begin envisioning the possibilities that await them after high school.

👏 A special thank you to AdviseVA for sponsoring this trip and helping provide our students with meaningful opportunities to explore their futures!

At MCPS, we are com

10/27/2026

🌊🐟 Explore New Opportunities with the Chesapeake Bay Governor’s School! 🔬🌿

Attention, Middlesex High School students and families! 📚

Are you interested in marine science, environmental studies, math, or exploring new academic opportunities? Join us for an upcoming Chesapeake Bay Governor’s School (CBGS) Information Session!

CBGS is a unique half-day academic program that allows students to explore advanced math and science courses during grades 10–12. Students apply during their 9th-grade year.

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026

⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM

📍 Middlesex High School Library

During this session, families will learn more about the program, the opportunities it offers students, and the application and admissions process.

🎥 Get a sneak peek! Watch this introductory video to learn more about CBGS:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JTbwrutcsoqCImVE2OLm1HLCpdiuoRLE/view?usp=sharing

🌐 Visit https://cbgs.k12.va.us for additional information.

We encourage interested students and families to attend and discover how CBGS can help students expand their knowledge, explore their interests, and prepare for future academic and career opportunities!

10/27/2026

🚨📩 MCPS FAMILIES: IMPORTANT INFORMATION IN YOUR INBOX! 📩🚨

🗳️ NOVEMBER 3 | SCHOOL SALES TAX REFERENDUM

Election Day is just ONE WEEK AWAY, and an important decision impacting the future of Middlesex High School will be on the ballot!

📢 Dr. Seitz has shared an important email with MCPS families and staff outlining the proposed 1% local sales tax referendum and what it could mean for our schools and community.

📌 Here's what you need to know:

✅ If approved, revenue would support eligible school construction, renovation, and modernization projects at Middlesex High School.

✅ Revenue CANNOT be used for salaries, instructional materials, or daily operating expenses.

✅ Groceries, essential personal hygiene products, and prescription medications are exempt from the additional tax.

✅ The decision rests with Middlesex County voters!

📬 CHECK YOUR EMAIL! We encourage all MCPS families to read Dr. Seitz's letter to better understand the proposal before heading to the polls.

🗳️ Election Day: Tuesday, November 3
⏰ Polls Open: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM

🔎 Want to learn more? Visit our referendum information page for project details and frequently asked questions:

https://sites.google.com/mcps.k12.va.us/2026referenduminfo/home

💙💛 Stay informed. Stay engaged. Make your voice heard.

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10/22/2026

NOW accepting nominations for Quarter 1 Navigators!

Submit your nominations here:
https://forms.gle/JZKaGw3mdo4oWfiKA

10/21/2026

🎉🚂 ALL ABOARD THE CELEBRATION STATION! 🚂🎉

Our very first MCPS Celebration Station was a SWEET success! 🍪🥨🍬

Today, our Celebration Station, “STEAMED” by Human Resources, made its way across the division, delivering a little extra appreciation to our hardworking MCPS staff!

As we wrap up the first quarter of the 2026–2027 school year, our staff enjoyed a variety of salty and sweet treats to give them that extra boost to finish the quarter strong! 💙💛

And the reactions? They said it all! 🥰

💬 “This is exactly what I needed today!”

💬 “This will get me through the rest of the day!”

💬 “This totally made my day!”

💬 “These local businesses sponsored this? How nice!”

❤️ A HUGE THANK YOU to our incredible community partners! ❤️

🌟 Parsley's Site Works

🌟 CLAS Corporation

🌟 Bearing Insurance

Your generous sponsorships helped turn an ordinary workday into something special for our dedicated educators and staff. Your kindness is a wonderful reminder of what makes our Middlesex community so special!

At MCPS, we know that when our staff feel appreciated, our entire school community benefits! We are grateful for the businesses that help us celebrate the people who give so much to our students every single day.

🚂💨 The Celebration Station has officially left the station, and we're just getting started!

10/15/2026

The revenue generated by this referendum is RESTRICTED to school construction and renovation projects.

It CANNOT be used for teacher or staff salaries, instructional materials, day-to-day operating expenses, or other general school system costs.

10/14/2026

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10/13/2026

Our 5th-grade LEAP students are taking learning beyond the textbook through an interdisciplinary study of the Chesapeake Bay watershed!

Students started in the classroom with inquiry-driven activities—building a "Wonder Wall," mind mapping, and using hexagonal thinking to examine how geography, local economy, and ecosystems connect across our region. To bring these concepts to life, students took a field trip to Tangier Island! Located in the heart of the Chesapeake Bay, Tangier provided a firsthand look at shoreline erosion and the heritage of local watermen who depend on a healthy Bay.

What's next for our LEAP researchers? Native Species Research: Students are currently studying native species and creating presentations on how each species supports food webs and water quality. Deltaville Maritime Museum Trip: An upcoming visit to explore local boatbuilding history and the traditional deadrise hulls. Recycled Electric Boat Challenge: Putting STEM principles to work by designing, building, and testing their own motorized boats out of recyclable materials to study circuits, energy, and hydrodynamics!

We are so proud of our students for representing Middlesex County so well and for taking active roles as future stewards of our waterways.

A huge thank you to our School Board, school leaders, families, and community partners for supporting these hands-on experiential learning opportunities!

10/12/2026

HOMECOMING 2026: WHAT A WEEK TO BE A CHARGER!

Middlesex High School was filled with school spirit, Charger pride, and unforgettable memories as we celebrated Homecoming 2026! 🏈🎉

From the creativity and friendly competition of our hallway decorating contest to the excitement of the Homecoming Parade, our students went above and beyond to make this year's celebration one to remember!

👑 Congratulations to our Homecoming King and Queen! We are proud to celebrate you and all of our Homecoming Court!

🏈 And what better way to cap off the festivities than with a CHARGER VICTORY over the West Point Pointers! Way to go, Chargers!

Most importantly, a HUGE thank you to our incredible Middlesex community for showing up in a BIG way! From cheering along the parade route to filling the stands on Friday night, your support and Charger pride are what make our school community so special.

One school. One community. ONE CHARGER FAMILY!

10/12/2026

Superintendent Tracy Seitz joined Middlesex Kiwanis Club members in serving dinner to the Middlesex High School football team. Partnerships like these reflect a shared commitment to supporting our students, celebrating our Chargers, and strengthening our community.