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97% Graduation Rate
100% College Acceptance Rate
100% ACT Participation Rate
1600+ Students Enrolled
Top 10 ACT Composite Score in MSCS

Our Mission

Each student is empowered to succeed in college and career by:

Mastering a rigorous, STEM-focused curriculum,
Experiencing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment,
Receiving individual academic, social, and emotional support,
Working alongside families and community partners.

Colors: Blue, Red, White | Mascot: Eagle | Motto: Soaring to Excellence

S: Service | O: Opportunity | A: Achievement | R: Responsibility

MSE Mendenhall Dismissal Procedures for the 26-27 school year

🦅 MSE-Mendenhall Families: School Starts Tomorrow!
We are excited to welcome students back into our building! Students will be allowed to enter beginning at 7:30 a.m.

Please review the dismissal procedures being shared with this post and follow all directions carefully. We ask for your patience as we work to ensure every student is dismissed safely and arrives home safely.

Thank you for your cooperation and support. We look forward to seeing all of our Eagles tomorrow! 💙💛

MSEM User Agreement For 5th - 8th Grade Students

Hello MSE Families,

We have a link to the MSEM User Agreement For 5th - 8th Grade Students.

The user agreement must be completed before the student can receive their device and any outstanding fees must be paid before receiving a new device.

Thank you all for your support!

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New Uniform Provider Coming Soon: Important Information for All Memphis School of Excellence Families

We're excited to announce that French Toast will be the official school uniform provider for Memphis School of Excellence beginning this school year. Our new online uniform store is expected to launch in late September. Until then, please review the information below before purchasing uniforms.

☀️🦅 MSE Families – Summer Updates & Important Dates! 🦅☀️

We hope everyone is enjoying a well-deserved summer break! While school is out, we are already busy preparing for an amazing 2026–2027 school year.

📬 Report Cards
Final report cards will be mailed home and may also be picked up in the school office during summer office hours.

🏫 Office Hours
Open Monday–Friday
🕖 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
through June 24, 2026

🏖️ Summer Office Closure
June 24 – July 6, 2026

🎒 Student Orientation
📅 July 23, 2026
All parents are expected to attend. Additional details will be shared soon.

📚 First Day of School
📅 July 28, 2026

👩‍🏫 Meet the Teacher Night
📅 August 5, 2026
Come meet your child's teacher and learn about the upcoming school year!

👕 15-Year Anniversary Shirt Sale
Shirts are still available for only $15!

📖 Keep reading, keep learning, and enjoy your summer! We cannot wait to welcome our Eagles back for another year of excellence!

❤️💙 Principal Ward
Memphis School of Excellence – Mendenhall
#MSEEagles #SOAR #BackToSchool #SummerUpdate

Important Pre-K Announcement for 2026-2027

Dear MSE-Mendenhall Families,

It is with great regret that I inform you that we did not receive funding for our 2026–2027 Pre-K program. We understand how important this program is to our families and how disappointing this news may be.

Please know that we are actively reaching out to other organizations and potential partners in hopes of securing additional support and funding opportunities for our Pre-K program. We remain committed to serving our students and families in every way possible.

If your child turns 5 years old between August 16 and September 30, please reach out to the school to discuss the possibility of Early Kindergarten Entry testing.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and truly appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued support as we work through this process together.

Thank you for being a valued part of our MSE-Mendenhall family.

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Principal's Message

Dear Memphis School of Excellence Mendenhall Families,

Welcome to another exciting year at Memphis School of Excellence Mendenhall! Whether you are new to our Eagle family or returning for another year, we are thrilled to have you with us on this journey of learning, growth, and success.

Our school-wide theme — Show Up. Own It. Achieve. Rise. — serves as our guiding vision each day:

Show Up ready to learn, engage, and give your best effort.

Own It by taking responsibility for your actions, choices, and growth.

Achieve your goals through hard work, persistence, and a belief in your potential.

Rise above challenges while inspiring and supporting others along the way.

At MSE Mendenhall, we believe in creating a safe, engaging, and rigorous learning environment where every student can thrive. Our dedicated staff works tirelessly to provide meaningful instruction, build strong relationships, and offer opportunities for students to explore their talents and passions.

We know that education is most powerful when it’s a partnership between school and home. Your support — through encouraging good attendance, promoting a love of learning, and staying engaged in school activities — plays an essential role in your child’s success. Together, we can help every Eagle soar to new heights.

I am honored to serve as your principal and look forward to a year filled with growth, achievement, and unforgettable moments. Let’s work together to make this a year where we Show Up, Own It, Achieve, and Rise — every single day.

With Eagle Pride,
Relista Ward
Principal
Memphis School of Excellence Mendenhall