Congratulations Mrs. Cook for being selected as the November Teacher of the Month! Mrs. Cook serves as a special education teacher, co-lead of our special education department, member of the leadership team, member of the safety committee, and an overall outstanding Ranger! Congratulations again Mrs. Cook! Rangers Lead The Way!

December 15th is National Athletic Directors Day. Join us in recognizing Coach Rodriguez for the countless hours, his dedication, and vision for Veterans Memorial. Coach Rodriguez is an integral part of VMMS as a teacher, coach, and athletic director. Thank you Coach for all that you do for our student athletes! Rangers Lead The Way!

The Rowdy Rangers, sponsored by Google  competed today in the Lakeview/Jackson FTC League Meet. The Rowdy Rangers learned a lot and will make adjustments for future competitions. Did you know that Veterans Memorial is the only Muscogee County middle school with a FTC team this year? Rangers Lead The Way in FTC robotics!

The VMMS Academic Bowl Team was locked in as they competed at Regionals at Georgia Southwestern State University. Congratulations to our team and Mrs. Smith for advancing to the regional competition. Rangers Lead The Way to regionals! 

The VMMS Choir led by Mrs. Fortson did an exceptional job with their Christmas concert before a packed house at Evangel Temple Church! From Christmas classics to a freestyle to solos to Santa appearing this concert had a little bit of everything! Rangers Lead The Way in choir and performance!

Congratulations to the newest inductees into the National Junior Beta Club! Forty-seven new members were inducted. Students must obtain an 88 academic average, demonstrate leadership qualities, have good attendance, and are of a servant mindset. Thank you to Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Hunt for serving as our Beta Club sponsors. Rangers Lead The Way!

Evan Becker – team 6-1

Hunter Craig – team 6/7

Gideon Rivera – team 7-1

Abigail Castillo – team 7/8

Roberto Gonzalez – team 8-1

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.                                              

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!