Veterans Memorial was recognized by the Georgia Department of Education and Georgia Superintendent Richard Woods as being a Math Leader School! This recognition is based on outstanding growth and achievement on the Georgia Milestones Assessment. Mrs. Perkins was able to be present for this recognition as she contributed heavily to students in our algebra classes. Rangers Lead The Way in high school algebra! 

Congratulations to Kinsley Brooks for being selected as one of six REACH Scholarship recipients. Kinsley officially signed her scholarship agreement this morning.

The REACH Georgia Scholarship program, established in 2012, provides needs-based mentorship and scholarship support starting in 8th grade. Superintendent David F. Lewis, Board Chair Mrs. Pat Hugley-Green, Deputy City Manager Mrs. Lisa Goodwin, educators, and community members welcomed MCSD’s new Scholars at the 2024 REACH Georgia Signing Ceremony on November 14, 2024, at the Muscogee County Public Education Center.

Each REACH Scholar is paired with a mentor and academic coach through high school, supporting their journey toward graduation, college success, and workforce readiness. Scholars who complete the program receive a $10,000 scholarship for use at any HOPE-eligible institution in Georgia, with the possibility of matched funds.                                              

Kanton Norton – team 6-1

Jamiyah Florence – team 6/7

Dithya Bethi – team 7-1

Diego Diaz – team 7/8

Kennedy Roberts – team 8-1

We held our Hispanic Heritage Month Program. The entire student body was able to experience a true celebration of Hispanic Heritage including cultural dances, a parade, quinceaneras, the VMMS Cross Country team, the VMMS Cheerleaders, a performance from Ms. Hercules, and members of the VMMS soccer team! A special thank you to Mrs. Dortch, Mrs. Holley, Mrs. Williams, and Mrs. Barnes for organizing a great event for our students. Que día precioso! What a beautiful day! Rangers Lead The Way!

As we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Veterans Memorial, did you know we have Rangers from eleven different Hispanic countries? The diversity of our school is what makes our school great! Rangers Lead The Way! 

HOSA raised $340 for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Association and participated in The Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Uptown Columbus. Great job HOSA! Rangers Lead The Way!

Congratulations to our GRIT ticket winners! They have a Growth Mindset, respectful, display integrity, and are teachable.Rangers Lead The Way!

We celebrated our custodians for National Custodian Day. Mrs. Wright, Mrs. Marshall, Mrs. Baker, Mr. Whitfield, and Mr. Upshaw are truly the best custodians who work hard every day to keep our school clean. We are so thankful for everything they do for VMMS! Rangers Lead The Way!