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Preparation for High School
As a former high school campus we have amazing facilities for middle schoolers, plus offer a jump up on H.S. with high school credit options for Algebra, Geometry, and Spanish!
Robust Athletic Programs
MMS has the largest athletic program in the Northwest League - Last year, we had over 700 student athletes compete!
Performing Arts & Electives
100% of Marana Middle School students participate in Visual and/or Performing Arts, Physical Education, or STEM electives daily!
Extracurricular Activities
At least 80% of Marana Middle School students participate in at least one extracurricular activity (club, sport, youth group, etc.).
5 Years of CCLC Classes!
MMS offers a wide range of CCLC class options from cooking and sewing to “weights and cardio”. Other favorites include “Wheel Fun” mountain biking, bird watching and a partnership with Parks in Focus providing the basics of photography.
News & Events
Falcon News
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Ready to compete? It is now time to sign up for 3rd Quarter sports: wrestling, boys soccer and girls basketball. Registration ends Monday, December 16.
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Join us on Friday, December 6 from 6-8 pm in the MMS Cafeteria for our next family event! We will have an evening of holiday crafts where you can create together. Afterward we will have hot cocoa and a holiday movie that's perfect for all ages! Don't miss out!
Our family event is free for all families to join. Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to attend.
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The 2024-25 yearbook can now be purchased for pre-order. Key info:
- presale price $50.
- Presale ends Monday, January 27
- Tentative distribution day for presold books is Wednesday, May 14 during advisement
- Limited quantities for sale beginning Friday, May 16 at 8:30 am for $55 in the bookstore. No online orders allowed.
Once we sell out, we are out. Only way to guarantee a copy is to preorder.
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MUSD is one of the 60 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) chosen to participate in the 2024-2025 Energy Champions Leading the Advancement of Sustainable Schools program.
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Cultural Event Night brought families together for a hands-on journey into the art of painting and etching horse hair ornaments.
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The renewal of the existing override allows us to continue to offer full-day kindergarten, elementary and secondary school electives, access to counselors, and protect class sizes. The approved increase of approximately $5 million will be used for people, specifically to increase teacher and support staff salaries and wages.
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A generous $33,000 donation from the Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene will help provide nutritious snacks to students identified as chronically hungry through the district’s Power Pack Program.
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Are you planning an upcoming vacation for the holiday season? Get Away Today has exciting holiday specials that your family will love! This special program has helped create magical memories for 25+ years and donated over $14,000 to our students.
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Featured Food: Wednesday - Beef Chile Colorado Burritos!
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Mark your calendar for our next Marana Middle School Market on Saturday, December 14 from 8am-noon! Our market is sponsored by our MMS PTO.
Bring a non-perishable food item to enter our raffle! Don't miss out . . . our special guest will be SANTA!
Upcoming Events
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MUSD Student & Family Services Room P-9
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MMS Auditorium
MMS Auditorium
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MMS Cafeteria
MMS Auditorium
Marana Municipal Complex Council Chambers 11555 W. Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653
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MMS Auditorium
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Highlights
Home of the Falcons, Marana Middle offers comprehensive academics, gifted and special education, computer science classes, and a full range of fine arts and athletic programs.
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MMS establishes clear expectations for the behavior expected in all classrooms and areas of school. Students are explicitly taught these expectations, and we apply positive reinforcement and consistent consequences
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Explore the world of acting through different techniques. Topics to include but not limited to: monologue, duet scene, improvisation, movement, stage make-up, Shakespeare etc.
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We believe that participation in fine arts and clubs is an essential part of a well-rounded educational experience and an important component in inspiring child creativity and growth.
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Marana Middle School is known for our exceptional performing arts program and our athletic offerings, which draw hundreds of students each athletic season.
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Marana Middle School is pleased to announce the achievement of Level 1 certification in Marzano High-Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means our school has created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation for every level that follows.