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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

Graduation Photo Reminder

Pre-K and Kindergarten graduation photos will be taken on Thursday, April 30th.
5th and 8th grade graduation photos will be taken on Friday, May 1st.

💲 Photo Package Cost: $40
Includes:

1 (8x10)
2 (5x7)
8 wallet-size photos
1 photo button
1 keychain
📲 Please scan the QR code to pay in advance.
💵 Cash payments will also be accepted on the day of pictures.

📷 Important Reminders:

All students will take a class photo.
Students who are not purchasing individual photos must still be in full uniform and prepared for the class picture.
Teachers will also be included in the class photo.
We’re excited to capture these special moments! 🎉

Field Day! For Grades PreK-5th is Wednesday, May 13th.

(☝🏽 Form Link for Parents to Sign up to Volunteer for Field Day/
Enlace al formulario para que los padres se inscriban como voluntarios para el Día Deportivo.)

Cost is $20 and includes lunch combo, hot dog or hamburger and t-shirt.
Concessions will be sold!
Money will start being collected on Tuesday, April 21st.

El precio es de $20 e incluye un combo de almuerzo, un perrito caliente o una hamburguesa y una camiseta. ¡Habrá venta de refrigerios! El pago comenzará el martes 21 de abril.

☀️📚 Join Us for Summer Learning at MSE-Mendenhall! 📚☀️

Dear MSE Families,

We invite all students to continue the joy of learning this summer! 🎉 Our Summer Learning Program is the perfect opportunity for students to stay engaged, build confidence, and get a head start on skills for the upcoming school year.

✨ What to Expect:
🎯 A full day of instruction
🔬 Hands-on STEM activities
🎉 Fun, engaging learning experiences
👕 No uniforms required!
🍎 Breakfast, lunch, and a snack provided daily!

This is more than just summer school—it’s Summer FUN with purpose! 💙❤️🦅

📢 ALL students are welcome to attend!

📲 Please scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link to register today!
Let’s keep our Eagles learning, growing, and SOARing all summer long! ☀️🦅

#SummerLearning #MSEEagles #LearningIsFun #SoarAllSummer

🏆📚 It’s Championship Round Time at MSE-Mendenhall! 📚🏆

Dear MSE Families,

The moment we’ve been preparing for is here—our Spring 2026 Testing Season begins April 20, 2026, and it’s officially the Championship Round! 🏀✨

Our students have been working hard all year, and now it’s time to show what they know, stay focused, and finish strong. We are building a true championship mindset and encouraging every Eagle to Rise with Confidence! 💙❤️🦅

During this time, students in grades 2–8 will complete assessments in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

🔗 Click this link to view our testing calendar: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1dy9BHm7rB0XdiKX1lwkfJAo0GkKlZoYYqVfe_gyx0ug/edit?usp=sharing

How You Can Support Your Child:
✅ Ensure your child arrives on time every day
✅ Provide a good night’s rest each evening
✅ Make sure they eat a healthy breakfast
✅ Encourage a positive mindset and confidence
✅ Avoid scheduling appointments during testing days

We believe in our students and know they are ready to SOAR and win in the Championship Round! 🏆

If you have any questions, please contact:
📌 Dean Jones (Grades 2–5)
📌 Dean Clark (Grades 6–8)

Thank you for your continued support!

#ChampionshipRound #TCAPReady #RiseWithConfidence #MSEEagles

As part of this important process, we are asking all families to complete a quick survey. Your voice matters, and your feedback helps us continue to grow and serve our students with excellence!

📣 MSE Families — We Need Your Support! 💙❤️

Memphis School of Excellence has proudly served the Hickory Hill community for over 15 years, and we are currently renewing the charter for our Elementary School (opened in 2017).

As part of this important process, we are asking all families to complete a quick survey. Your voice matters, and your feedback helps us continue to grow and serve our students with excellence!

📝 Please take a moment to complete the survey below:

https://forms.gle/QMJWzat52pe3qovQ7

⭐ This survey also allows you to show your support for MSE as we work to continue serving our students for the next 10 years!

⏱️ Takes less than 3 minutes

💬 Your feedback makes a difference

Thank you for your continued support and for being a part of the MSE 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