Murphy Middle School Mavericks

Good evening parents/guardians! As a quick reminder, your student's 💻🔌CHROMEBOOK AND CHARGER are to be turned in during their 7th period class today. Administration may contact you tonight if your student does not have both their Chromebook and charger during 7th period. Please double-check with your student tonight and tomorrow morning to verify that they have turned in or will be turning in their Chromebook and charger. 💻🔌CHROMEBOOKS AND CHARGERS must be turned in by May 5/21.

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Murphy Administration

Congratulations to the incredible Class of 2030! Tonight, May 19, 2026, we officially celebrate our 8th graders as they take their next big step towards high school. The 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony is happening at McMillian High School, starting at 6:00 PM. From unforgettable classroom moments and school spirit to the lasting friendships made along the way, these students have worked incredibly hard to reach this milestone. We could not be prouder of everything they have accomplished, and we cannot wait to see them shine as they head into high school. Let's pack the stands tonight and give our soon-to-be freshmen the massive send-off they deserve!

Happy to the absolute best community out there, and an even bigger shoutout to our incredible Murphy Soccer team as they take the pitch for their big tournament today! ⚽️🏆 The weeks of early morning practices, relentless drills, and pure grit have all led to this moment, and we couldn’t be prouder to stand behind them. Let’s pack the sidelines with energy, wear our team colors loud and proud, and show these players that the entire community is cheering them on to victory! 🙌🔥 Good luck out there today, team—play hard, leave everything on the field, and let's bring home that trophy! 🥅🏃‍♂️💨

Last week you Mavs Boys Soccer team took on Shcimelpfenig to start the week and then the B Team competed in their end of season tournament. On Monday B Team poured in the goals by Lachlan Cox, Noel Perez, and London Crayton in the first half to take a 3-0 lead. Unfortunately the tides turned in the second half in the B Team walked away with a Tie but securing the 1 seed going into the tournament. A Team moved into their game giving up yet another early goal, but responded with a quick goal from Julian Montejano and another in the first half from Brody Walcott. They entered the second half down 3-2 but responded to adversity with excellent defensive play and dominating possession. Brody Walcott was able to notch his second goal and Ian Proctor put the Mavs ahead to win the game 4-3.

B team took on Robinson on Friday to start their tournament and it was a heavily contested battle with excellent defensive play from the center backs Atif Syed and Mason Woodyard. The separator came when Caleb Thathiah was able to finish a cross from Lachlan Cox late in the game for the only goal. On Saturday they took on Renner in the semi-final game with a trip to the finals on the line. The Mavs dominated possession throughout the first half and ultimately took the lead with a goal from London Crayton. Due to a questionable penalty in the box, Renner was able to equalize in the second half. The game ended in a tie which sent it straight to penalty kicks. The Mavs went 4-4 with finishes from London Crayton, Lachlan Cox, Eric Parent, and Noel Perez; Renner went wide left which left the deciding PK to the foot of Atif Syed who buried it in the corner and sent the MAVS to the championship game to take on Haggard. Unfortunately Haggard had too much fire power for the Mavs and they walked away with 2nd place in the tournament.

Offensive MVP: Lachlan Cox
Defensive & Tournament MVP: Atif Syed

A Team enters tournament play this Thursday.

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Level up your literacy skills this summer with the Plano ISD Summer Reading Challenge! From May 25 to July 31, middle schoolers are encouraged to master their reading goals by aiming for at least 20 minutes of reading a day. Whether you’re diving into print books, exploring digital titles on the Sora app, or listening to audiobooks while on the go, every page counts toward keeping your skills sharp. To participate, simply log into your Beanstack account via webdesk.pisd.edu and join the “Plano ISD Summer Reading 2026” challenge to track your progress. Don't just take a break—take charge of your learning by starting a mini book club with friends or visiting your local library to stay ahead of the game!

The 2025 yearbooks are finally here. We officially have 30 left; that's it. Buy yours tomorrow before school for $50. We will also be selling some yearbooks from previous years at the extremely discounted price of $10 (there are only about 7 yearbooks left of each). All yearbooks are first-come, first-served. Preorders will be sent to students on Thursday.

🚀 Mission Control to MMS Staff: Prepare for Liftoff! 🚀It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we are taking our gratitude to the stratosphere. Our teachers and staff make the "Mission Possible" every single day, so we’ve planned a week-long journey to celebrate the stars of our school.
Check out the flight plan for your mission below:

MONDAY: Send a “Launch Note” to your teachers & support staff sharing how they have helped you launch your learning. Wear RED and BLUE.

TUESDAY: Bring a small treat to help your teacher/support staff stay on course through the rest of the mission! Wear vacation destination shirts.

WEDNESDAY: It’s YOUR turn to plant a seed of kindness towards teachers. Fill their day with Acts of Kindness because “Our Actions Matter!” Wear GOLD and BLACK.

THURSDAY: Check out the Teacher/Staff Favorites (https://tinyurl.com/yc8m8zx8) and provide them a “Supply Drop” of gift cards to their favorite place! Wear SPIRIT shirts.

FRIDAY: Share words of affirmation and appreciation to your teachers and support staff! Wear COLLEGE shirts.

To our incredible staff: You are the engines that keep this mission moving. Thank you for guiding our students toward a bright future!

Today we are raising a massive tray of appreciation for the incredible Murphy Middle School cafeteria team in honor of School Lunch Hero Day! From the early morning prep to the busy lunch rushes, these dedicated heroes do so much more than just serve meals; they fuel our students' success with kindness, hard work, and constant smiles. Whether they’re navigating dietary needs or ensuring every Maverick has a nutritious plate to keep them going, their impact on our school culture is truly immeasurable. Thank you for being the heart of our school and for everything you do to nourish our community—you are the real MVPs! 🍎🍕✨

Spreading a little extra sunshine around the halls this ! 🌟 Our incredible 7th grade NJHS members, Caio Montenegro Bazani and Greyson Joseph, spent the morning in the library getting creative and crafting motivational posters to lift up their fellow students. These posters will soon be gracing the walls of the school. We believe that words of encouragement can make a massive difference in someone’s day, and we couldn't be prouder of these young leaders for motivating our students and staff as the year races to an end. ✨📚

Three Cheers to the Final Countdown!

The finish line is officially in sight! Today’s staff meeting had a different kind of energy—that perfect mix of "we’re almost there" adrenaline and the focused hustle of the home stretch.

We’ve officially flipped the calendar to the last month of the school year, and our team spent the afternoon mapping out every final detail to ensure our students finish strong.

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🗓️ What’s on the Horizon?
We are moving into the "Big Event" season! Here’s a sneak peek at what the next few weeks hold:

* **Final Assessments: Helping our students showcase everything they’ve learned this year.

* **Year-End Celebrations: Planning the parties and ceremonies our kids deserve.

*** Field Trips: The end of year field trips and Fine Arts competitions.

* **8th Grade Send-offs: Getting ready to say goodbye to our graduates as they head toward their next big adventure.

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💡 Why We’re Winning Today
It’s easy to feel the "May Gray" (even in the sun!), but seeing this team come together to coordinate schedules, volunteers, and logistics is a massive win.

To our incredible teachers and staff:
**The schedule is set, the coffee is brewed, and we are ready for a spectacular finish.** Let’s make these final weeks the best ones yet! 🌟