8th Grade Information
As the last year in Middle School, they will become more independent and be getting ready for High School. Click here for Back to School information from MRMS.
NEW TO MRMS FAMILIES - OPEN HOUSE
Thursday, August 24th - Newly registered for Marvin Ridge 7th and 8th grade students
7TH AND 8TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE DROP-IN
Friday, August 25th
Important Dates:
NEW TO MRMS FAMILIES - OPEN HOUSE
Thursday, August 24th - Newly registered for Marvin Ridge 7th and 8th grade students
- Student information session
- Parents are welcome to accompany students
- 10:00 - 11:00am
- Come visit the PTSO tables for information and MRMS spirit wear
7TH AND 8TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE DROP-IN
Friday, August 25th
- “Walk Your Schedule Day” for 7th and 8th grade students
- Informal drop-in to find classrooms and meet teachers
- 10:00 - 11:30am Students with the last name of A- M
- 1:00 - 2:30pm Students with the last name of N- Z
- Come visit the PTSO tables for information and MRMS spirit wear
Important Dates:
- 8th Grade DC TRIP
- 8th Grade Band Trip to Carowinds
- 8th Grade Dance
- White Water Center Trip
- Promotion Day Practice & Signing Day
- Promotion Day
TRIPS
8th Grade DC Trip - 2024
Questions regarding the DC trip can be sent to Mr. Matthew Sams at Matthew.Sams@ucps.k12.nc.us. Please mark your calendars and see below for important information.
- DC Trip Information for March 5-8, 2024 http://orangeskytravel.com/100025
- Slide Show Presentation
8th Grade Socials and Events 23-24 Committee Chairs Needed for the Yearbook Signing Day, 8th Grade Dance and Promotion Day. Please contact mrmsptsopresident@gmail.com if interested.
8th Grade Dance - June 2, 2023
The 8th Grade Social Committee will plan this event and will provide details once the event has been scheduled and approved.
THEME: Bright Lights, Big City New York New York DATE: Friday, June 2, 2023 TIME: 6:00pm - 9:00pm LOCATION: MRMS Cafeteria ATTIRE: School Appropriate clothing. (NO TICKET IN HAND is required. If you have purchased a ticket on-line, we have your student listed to enter the dance.) In-Person Sales: 8th Grade Lunch
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THEME VOTED BY THE STUDENTS: NY NY
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8th Grade Signing Day - June 7, 2023
The 8th Graders sign each others yearbooks and have an icee truck on property to enjoy while hanging out with their 8th grade peers. They will be signing a large banner that will hang at the stadium for their promotion ceremony.
Date: Wednesday, June 7th Promotion practice followed by the signing Social. |
8th Grade Promotion - June 8 2023
The 8th Grade Social Committee will be planned by 6th & 7th grade parents. The 6th & 7th Grade parents will help make this event special by giving their time as a gift to the parents of 8th graders.
Thursday, June 8th 10:00am HS Football Stadium Students will walk the track for you to see them promote to High School. Please DO NOT keep umbrella's up during the ceremony. Others cannot see their child. There are NO tickets to purchase for this event. There are no designated seating assignments for families. DO NOT LEAVE the venue after you child promotes, there are other children who are also promoting and it's a distraction and poor etiquette to leave during the ceremony. |
Helpful Information for High School
Helpful Links will be posted below to help you with the final year of Middle School and have a successful transition into High School.
MRMS to HS Promotion Information
Marvin Ridge High School Website
Marvin Ridge PTSO Website
CATA
Union County Early College
HS Educational Pathways:
Academic Pathways
International Baccalaureate Information
NC Career & College Promise
Union County Educational Learning
Downloadable Brochures
MRHS Prerequisites for AP or IB
2022-2023-Program-of-Studies
MRMS to HS Promotion Information
Marvin Ridge High School Website
Marvin Ridge PTSO Website
CATA
Union County Early College
HS Educational Pathways:
Academic Pathways
International Baccalaureate Information
NC Career & College Promise
Union County Educational Learning
Downloadable Brochures
MRHS Prerequisites for AP or IB
2022-2023-Program-of-Studies