Diplomat Middle School

This week, our admin team and 11 dedicated teachers had the incredible opportunity to attend the AVID Summer Institute in Orlando. Over several days of learning, collaboration, and reflection, we immersed ourselves in research-based strategies, instructional tools, and best practices designed to increase student engagement, achievement, and college and career readiness.

We are excited to bring back new ideas and practical strategies that will strengthen teaching and learning across our school. From enhancing student inquiry and collaboration to refining organizational and instructional practices, we gained valuable tools that will have a positive impact in our classrooms.

One of the most meaningful parts of this experience was the opportunity to learn and grow together as a team. We strengthened our connections, shared our vision for student success, and built an even stronger foundation for the work ahead.

We return energized, inspired, and ready to put our learning into action. We can't wait to share what we've learned and continue creating meaningful opportunities for all students.

Our Diplomat Middle School student, Jacob Romano is checked into the HOSA International Leadership Conference in Indianapolis!
He is the only qualified middle school representative of our Sunset division for Florida. Jacob is representing Lee, Charlotte, and Collier counties in the International Competition division. DIPLOMAT Middle is so proud of Jacob Romano!

Wildcat staff going to the Summer Summit professional development on the first 3 days of summer break! Getting more tools to help keep moving Diplomat in the right direction!

Save the Date!

Today is the day!

We got to celebrate our 10 principal pride students today as well as the 2 teachers they chose to represent the 8th grade class at Olive Garden today! I’ve never seen kids eat like this before…..it was a great time saying thank you to these students for making Diplomat Middle School what it is and the teachers who poured into them! So many things to be thankful for here at Diplomat Middle. Thank you for an outstanding school year (3 days to go)

🎉🐾 DMS Wildcats — Our End-of-Year PBIS Festival is almost here! 🐾🎉

We are excited to celebrate our students on Friday, May 29th with a fun-filled PBIS Festival for students who have demonstrated positive behavior and academic success this school year!

Here are the important highlights for parents:

⭐ Students must:
• Follow ROAR Expectations (NO referrals 4th quarter)
• Be passing all core classes for the year

🎟️ Students will receive tickets based on Quarter 4 Kudos earned to use on goodies and activities.

🎉 Festival activities include:
• Open play
• Music
• Inflatable water slide
• Cape Coral Fire Station truck visit
• Concessions available for purchase
• And more fun surprises!

💦 Students planning to participate in water activities should bring:
• A towel
• A change of clothes
• A plastic bag for wet items (remember, no backpacks)

Early Dismissal is at 2:15 PM on Friday

👏 We are proud of our Wildcats for their hard work, positive choices, and growth this year. We can’t wait to celebrate them!

Dear Diplomat Middle School Families,

As we approach the final days of the school year, students will not be permitted to bring backpacks to school on Friday, May 29th or Monday, June 1st.

Students may bring a small personal bag or lunch-sized tote only. Bags must be no larger than a standard sheet of paper.

Please help us ensure a smooth and safe end to the school year by reminding your child of these expectations before arriving on campus.

Thank you for your support and cooperation!

Diplomat Middle School Administration

Help us support our Wildcats! 💙🐾

As the school year comes to a close, we are collecting clean, gently used dress code clothing items to help stock our ISS room for next year. These items make a huge difference for students who may need a change of clothes during the school day.

If you have clothing your child has outgrown, please consider donating! We kindly ask that all items be freshly cleaned and in good condition.

Thank you for always helping take care of our DMS family! 👕👟🎒