💛 Moments That Matter at FMS 💛
Yesterday in Mrs. Clark’s 5th grade class, students worked together to solve and convert measurements—and for a moment, everything just clicked.
There was no stress, no struggle—just teamwork, confidence, and smiles all around. One student summed it up perfectly:
“Mrs. Clark, you’re right… two brains working together really does make this easier.”
These are the moments that remind us how powerful collaboration and connection can be in the classroom. We are so proud of our students and the supportive learning environment our teachers create every day! 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
Yesterday in Mrs. Clark’s 5th grade class, students worked together to solve and convert measurements—and for a moment, everything just clicked.
There was no stress, no struggle—just teamwork, confidence, and smiles all around. One student summed it up perfectly:
“Mrs. Clark, you’re right… two brains working together really does make this easier.”
These are the moments that remind us how powerful collaboration and connection can be in the classroom. We are so proud of our students and the supportive learning environment our teachers create every day! 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
🏈 FREEPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL SPRING FOOTBALL 🏈
It’s time to get back to work, Bulldogs! 🐾💙🧡
Mark your calendars and get ready for Spring Football:
📅 April 21–22 – Conditioning
📅 April 23 – Equipment Issue
📅 April 27 – Training Begins (Monday–Thursday)
✅ Sports Physical Required
✅ Consent Packet Needed
Make sure you’re ready to go—don’t wait until the last minute! Let’s build something special this spring. 💪
📩 Questions? Contact Coach Smith:
dennie.smith@walton.k12.fl.us
#FMSBulldogs
It’s time to get back to work, Bulldogs! 🐾💙🧡
Mark your calendars and get ready for Spring Football:
📅 April 21–22 – Conditioning
📅 April 23 – Equipment Issue
📅 April 27 – Training Begins (Monday–Thursday)
✅ Sports Physical Required
✅ Consent Packet Needed
Make sure you’re ready to go—don’t wait until the last minute! Let’s build something special this spring. 💪
📩 Questions? Contact Coach Smith:
dennie.smith@walton.k12.fl.us
#FMSBulldogs
🏈🏀⚾ Free Sports Physical Opportunity ⚾🏀🏈
Attention Bulldog families! 🐾
Packets are now available in the front office for students to take home and complete in order to receive a FREE sports physical at the end of the month here at school.
📌 Important Information:
• All student-athletes must have a current sports physical on file
• Physicals expire yearly and must be renewed
• 8th grade students who complete a physical will have it carried over to the high school
• 📅 Packets are due by April 17th
Don’t miss this great opportunity to get your student ready for athletics!
If you have any questions, please contact the front office.
#FMSBulldogs
Attention Bulldog families! 🐾
Packets are now available in the front office for students to take home and complete in order to receive a FREE sports physical at the end of the month here at school.
📌 Important Information:
• All student-athletes must have a current sports physical on file
• Physicals expire yearly and must be renewed
• 8th grade students who complete a physical will have it carried over to the high school
• 📅 Packets are due by April 17th
Don’t miss this great opportunity to get your student ready for athletics!
If you have any questions, please contact the front office.
#FMSBulldogs
🌟 February Students of the Month 🌟
Please join us in congratulating our February Students of the Month, Natalie Simonds and Will Capp! These outstanding Bulldogs have demonstrated excellence in character, leadership, and effort both in and out of the classroom. 🐾
We are so proud of both of you for representing what it means to be a Freeport Bulldog! 💙🧡
A huge thank you to our amazing PTO for providing gift cards and prizes to celebrate these students and their hard work—we truly appreciate your continued support!
Let’s give Natalie and Will a big round of applause! 👏
#FMSBulldogs
Please join us in congratulating our February Students of the Month, Natalie Simonds and Will Capp! These outstanding Bulldogs have demonstrated excellence in character, leadership, and effort both in and out of the classroom. 🐾
We are so proud of both of you for representing what it means to be a Freeport Bulldog! 💙🧡
A huge thank you to our amazing PTO for providing gift cards and prizes to celebrate these students and their hard work—we truly appreciate your continued support!
Let’s give Natalie and Will a big round of applause! 👏
#FMSBulldogs
🎉 Happy Assistant Principal Appreciation Week! 🎉
This week, we proudly celebrate two incredible leaders who make a lasting impact on our school each and every day—our Assistant Principal, Sharie Smith, and our Dean of Students, Eric Gillis!
Mrs. Smith’s leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence help guide our school forward. She is a constant source of support for our students, staff, and families, and her passion for education is evident in everything she does.
Mr. Gillis works tirelessly to build strong relationships, support student growth, and create a positive school culture. His energy, leadership, and commitment to our students truly make a difference in the lives of our Bulldogs.
Together, they help shape an environment where students feel supported, teachers feel empowered, and our school continues to thrive.
💙🧡 Please join us in thanking Mrs. Smith and Mr. Gillis for their leadership, dedication, and the heart they bring to our school every day!
#FMSBulldogs
This week, we proudly celebrate two incredible leaders who make a lasting impact on our school each and every day—our Assistant Principal, Sharie Smith, and our Dean of Students, Eric Gillis!
Mrs. Smith’s leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence help guide our school forward. She is a constant source of support for our students, staff, and families, and her passion for education is evident in everything she does.
Mr. Gillis works tirelessly to build strong relationships, support student growth, and create a positive school culture. His energy, leadership, and commitment to our students truly make a difference in the lives of our Bulldogs.
Together, they help shape an environment where students feel supported, teachers feel empowered, and our school continues to thrive.
💙🧡 Please join us in thanking Mrs. Smith and Mr. Gillis for their leadership, dedication, and the heart they bring to our school every day!
#FMSBulldogs
Today we had the opportunity to recognize our March Dean’s List students for demonstrating outstanding Empathy throughout the month! 💙🧡
All month long, we focused on the idea that:
Empathy = Understanding and caring about how other people feel.
These students stood out by showing kindness, including others, listening with understanding, and making those around them feel valued and supported.
👏 March Dean’s List Honorees
⭐ 5th Grade: Bailey Lockemy
⭐ 6th Grade: Paige Demeester
⭐ 7th Grade: McKenzie Spiva
⭐ 8th Grade: Violet Kelly
We are proud of these Bulldogs for leading with compassion and helping make Freeport Middle a place where everyone feels seen and valued.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding students!
💙🧡 #FMSBulldogs
All month long, we focused on the idea that:
Empathy = Understanding and caring about how other people feel.
These students stood out by showing kindness, including others, listening with understanding, and making those around them feel valued and supported.
👏 March Dean’s List Honorees
⭐ 5th Grade: Bailey Lockemy
⭐ 6th Grade: Paige Demeester
⭐ 7th Grade: McKenzie Spiva
⭐ 8th Grade: Violet Kelly
We are proud of these Bulldogs for leading with compassion and helping make Freeport Middle a place where everyone feels seen and valued.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding students!
💙🧡 #FMSBulldogs
📅 FMS Weekly Athletics & Events Schedule
It’s another exciting week for our Bulldogs! 🐾 Be sure to check out everything happening on campus:
📝 Testing This Week
• Tuesday, April 7th – B.E.S.T. Writing Test (6th & 7th Grade)
• Wednesday, April 8th – B.E.S.T. Writing Test (8th Grade)
⚾ Tuesday, April 7th
• Baseball vs. University Academy (Home) @ 5:00
• Softball Scrimmage (JV vs. Varsity) + 8th Grade Night @ 5:00
🏃 Thursday, April 9th
• Baseball @ Lewis (Away) @ 4:30
• Softball @ Lewis (Away) @ 4:30
• Track Meet @ ECMS @ 4:00
• Golf @ Eagle Springs @ 3:30
🚌 Friday, April 10th
• 7th Grade Field Trip to OWA
Let’s show up, support our students, and encourage them to do their best on testing this week! 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
It’s another exciting week for our Bulldogs! 🐾 Be sure to check out everything happening on campus:
📝 Testing This Week
• Tuesday, April 7th – B.E.S.T. Writing Test (6th & 7th Grade)
• Wednesday, April 8th – B.E.S.T. Writing Test (8th Grade)
⚾ Tuesday, April 7th
• Baseball vs. University Academy (Home) @ 5:00
• Softball Scrimmage (JV vs. Varsity) + 8th Grade Night @ 5:00
🏃 Thursday, April 9th
• Baseball @ Lewis (Away) @ 4:30
• Softball @ Lewis (Away) @ 4:30
• Track Meet @ ECMS @ 4:00
• Golf @ Eagle Springs @ 3:30
🚌 Friday, April 10th
• 7th Grade Field Trip to OWA
Let’s show up, support our students, and encourage them to do their best on testing this week! 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
💙🧡 Community Support for Our Students! 🧡💙
Do you know a child in need of school supplies for the upcoming school year? Thanks to the generosity of Destiny Worship Center, backpacks filled with essential school supplies will be distributed to help students start the year strong!
📅 Date: Saturday, July 18th
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Multiple locations available, including:
• Destin
• Freeport
• Crestview
• Fort Walton Beach
• Navarre
• Panama City Beach
• DeFuniak Springs
(See flyer for full addresses)
🎯 Important Details:
✔ Open to K–12 students
✔ First come, first served (limited quantities)
✔ Proof of residency required
✔ Child must be present to receive supplies
This is an incredible opportunity to support families in our community and ensure every child is set up for success!
📞 For more information: 850-650-6800
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Do you know a child in need of school supplies for the upcoming school year? Thanks to the generosity of Destiny Worship Center, backpacks filled with essential school supplies will be distributed to help students start the year strong!
📅 Date: Saturday, July 18th
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Multiple locations available, including:
• Destin
• Freeport
• Crestview
• Fort Walton Beach
• Navarre
• Panama City Beach
• DeFuniak Springs
(See flyer for full addresses)
🎯 Important Details:
✔ Open to K–12 students
✔ First come, first served (limited quantities)
✔ Proof of residency required
✔ Child must be present to receive supplies
This is an incredible opportunity to support families in our community and ensure every child is set up for success!
📞 For more information: 850-650-6800
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
💙🧡 Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser 🥞 🧡💙
Come out and support our 2026–2027 FMS Cheerleaders with a delicious breakfast and a great cause!
📅 Date: Saturday, May 2nd
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Freeport Middle School (160 Victory Blvd, Hammock Bay)
🥞 What’s on the menu?
A tasty stack of pancakes, bacon, and juice—the perfect way to start your day!
💲 Cost: $10 per person
🎟 Tickets: Sold by FMS Cheerleaders
Let’s show up for our Bulldogs and help support our cheer program as they prepare for the upcoming season!
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Come out and support our 2026–2027 FMS Cheerleaders with a delicious breakfast and a great cause!
📅 Date: Saturday, May 2nd
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Freeport Middle School (160 Victory Blvd, Hammock Bay)
🥞 What’s on the menu?
A tasty stack of pancakes, bacon, and juice—the perfect way to start your day!
💲 Cost: $10 per person
🎟 Tickets: Sold by FMS Cheerleaders
Let’s show up for our Bulldogs and help support our cheer program as they prepare for the upcoming season!
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
💙🧡 Celebrating Our Amazing Paraprofessionals! 🧡💙
Yesterday, we had the opportunity to celebrate Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, and we made sure our incredible paras felt just how valued they truly are!
Our halls were decorated in their honor, and each of our paraprofessionals received a special gift as a small token of our appreciation—but the truth is, what they do for our students and school each day is priceless.
From supporting instruction to building meaningful relationships with students, our paraprofessionals are an essential part of what makes Freeport Middle School so special. Their dedication, patience, and heart do not go unnoticed.
💙 Thank you for everything you do to support our students and staff every single day. We are better because of you! 🧡
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
💙🧡 8th Grade Freeport Football Parents & Players 🏈 🧡💙
There will be a MANDATORY Spring Parent & Player Meeting to go over important information for the upcoming season high school football season.
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Freeport High School (FHS)
This meeting is important for both players and parents as FHS prepares for a successful season ahead. Don’t miss it!💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
💙🧡 FMS Spirit Gear Sale is ON! 🧡💙
Show your Bulldog pride and grab your Freeport Middle spirit gear for the 2025–2026 school year! 🐾
We’ve got great options for everyone, including:
👕 Short sleeve shirts
👕 Long sleeve shirts
🧥 Hoodies
🎨 Multiple colors available (black, gray, white)
Choose from designs like the classic Freeport Middle look or the fan-favorite “Life is Good” Bulldog design!
📅 ALL ORDERS & MONEY ARE DUE BY APRIL 8TH
💵 Cash or check accepted (checks payable to Freeport Middle School)
Don’t miss your chance to represent FMS in style—get your order in before the deadline!
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Show your Bulldog pride and grab your Freeport Middle spirit gear for the 2025–2026 school year! 🐾
We’ve got great options for everyone, including:
👕 Short sleeve shirts
👕 Long sleeve shirts
🧥 Hoodies
🎨 Multiple colors available (black, gray, white)
Choose from designs like the classic Freeport Middle look or the fan-favorite “Life is Good” Bulldog design!
📅 ALL ORDERS & MONEY ARE DUE BY APRIL 8TH
💵 Cash or check accepted (checks payable to Freeport Middle School)
Don’t miss your chance to represent FMS in style—get your order in before the deadline!
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
💙🧡 Operation Bulldog Support 🧡💙
Our Student Leadership students are taking the lead in giving back through Operation Bulldog Support, a donation drive to support our deployed military members overseas!
We are collecting personal care items to send to those who are serving our country and making sacrifices every day. ❤️🤍💙
📦 Items Needed:
• Toothbrushes & toothpaste
• Razors & shaving cream
• Feminine hygiene products
• Body wash & shampoo
• Hard candy
📅 Donation Deadline: April 15th
📍 Drop-Off Locations:
Students can bring donations before school and place them in collection areas in the main hallway or outside the media center.
Let’s come together as a Bulldog family and show our appreciation for our military heroes! 🇺🇸🐾
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Our Student Leadership students are taking the lead in giving back through Operation Bulldog Support, a donation drive to support our deployed military members overseas!
We are collecting personal care items to send to those who are serving our country and making sacrifices every day. ❤️🤍💙
📦 Items Needed:
• Toothbrushes & toothpaste
• Razors & shaving cream
• Feminine hygiene products
• Body wash & shampoo
• Hard candy
📅 Donation Deadline: April 15th
📍 Drop-Off Locations:
Students can bring donations before school and place them in collection areas in the main hallway or outside the media center.
Let’s come together as a Bulldog family and show our appreciation for our military heroes! 🇺🇸🐾
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
💙🧡 Staff of the Month – March 🧡💙
Join us in celebrating Brenda Farris for being recognized as our Staff of the Month for March! 🎉👏
Mrs. Farris consistently goes above and beyond for our students, staff, and school community. Her dedication, positive attitude, and willingness to help wherever needed truly make a difference at Freeport Middle School.
We are grateful to have her as part of our Bulldog family—your hard work does not go unnoticed! 🐾
👏 Congratulations, Mrs. Farris, and thank you for all that you do!
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Join us in celebrating Brenda Farris for being recognized as our Staff of the Month for March! 🎉👏
Mrs. Farris consistently goes above and beyond for our students, staff, and school community. Her dedication, positive attitude, and willingness to help wherever needed truly make a difference at Freeport Middle School.
We are grateful to have her as part of our Bulldog family—your hard work does not go unnoticed! 🐾
👏 Congratulations, Mrs. Farris, and thank you for all that you do!
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
💙🧡 FREE Summer Camp Opportunity for Students! 🧡💙
Looking for an unforgettable summer experience? The FSYR Summer Camp is offering a FREE 6-day sleepaway camp for boys and girls ages 10–15!
🏕️ What’s Included:
• Archery
• High ropes
• Challenge course
• Swimming
• Canoeing
• And MORE!
📍 Camp Locations:
• Caruth Camp (Inglis, FL)
• Youth Camp (Pierson, FL)
• Camp Sorensen (Hilliard, FL)
This is an amazing chance for students to build confidence, make new friends, and enjoy outdoor adventures—all at no cost!
📝 Register here: www.youthranches.org
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for our students!
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Looking for an unforgettable summer experience? The FSYR Summer Camp is offering a FREE 6-day sleepaway camp for boys and girls ages 10–15!
🏕️ What’s Included:
• Archery
• High ropes
• Challenge course
• Swimming
• Canoeing
• And MORE!
📍 Camp Locations:
• Caruth Camp (Inglis, FL)
• Youth Camp (Pierson, FL)
• Camp Sorensen (Hilliard, FL)
This is an amazing chance for students to build confidence, make new friends, and enjoy outdoor adventures—all at no cost!
📝 Register here: www.youthranches.org
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for our students!
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
✍️📚 Learning in Action in Ms. McCormick’s Class! 📚✍️
Our students have been hard at work preparing for FAST Writing, and Ms. McCormick brought the energy with an engaging station rotation activity!
Students rotated through stations focused on:
🔹 Creating strong introductions and conclusions
🔹 Identifying the PEEL strategy
🔹 Using effective transitions
🔹 Finding evidence and elaboration
🔹 Scoring essays using an argumentative writing rubric
Through collaboration and teamwork, students worked together to strengthen their writing skills and deepen their understanding of what strong writing looks like.
We love seeing our Bulldogs actively engaged and growing as writers! 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
🎤🏆 FMS Students Shine at Debate Competition! 🏆🎤
We are proud to celebrate the incredible success of our Bulldogs at this past weekend’s debate competition! Their hard work, confidence, and preparation truly paid off:
🥇 Brynn Kelly – 1st Place, Informative Speaking
🥈 Violet Kelly – 2nd Place, Informative Speaking
🥇 Hugo Golden & Theo Custred – 1st Place, Public Forum Debate
🥈 Maddax Yount – 2nd Place, We the People Civics Challenge
These students represented Freeport Middle School with excellence, demonstrating strong communication skills, critical thinking, and leadership on stage. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments!
Let’s show them some love, Bulldogs! 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
We are proud to celebrate the incredible success of our Bulldogs at this past weekend’s debate competition! Their hard work, confidence, and preparation truly paid off:
🥇 Brynn Kelly – 1st Place, Informative Speaking
🥈 Violet Kelly – 2nd Place, Informative Speaking
🥇 Hugo Golden & Theo Custred – 1st Place, Public Forum Debate
🥈 Maddax Yount – 2nd Place, We the People Civics Challenge
These students represented Freeport Middle School with excellence, demonstrating strong communication skills, critical thinking, and leadership on stage. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments!
Let’s show them some love, Bulldogs! 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
Month of the Military Child at FMS
Tomorrow, we proudly kick off the Month of the Military Child here at Freeport Middle School! With a large population of military-connected students, this month holds special meaning for our Bulldog family.
Throughout April, we will be highlighting and celebrating our military families who sacrifice so much in service to our country. 💙🧡
Our Leadership students are also leading the way with Operation Bulldog Support, collecting personal care items to send to deployed military members. We appreciate your support in helping us give back!
📅 April 15th – Purple Up! Day
We invite everyone to wear purple as a symbol of support for our military children and families.
🎉 End-of-Month Reception
We will close out the month with a special reception to honor and celebrate all of our military families and show our appreciation for their service and sacrifice.
This is going to be an incredible month as we come together to recognize the strength, resilience, and impact of our military-connected students and families.
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Tomorrow, we proudly kick off the Month of the Military Child here at Freeport Middle School! With a large population of military-connected students, this month holds special meaning for our Bulldog family.
Throughout April, we will be highlighting and celebrating our military families who sacrifice so much in service to our country. 💙🧡
Our Leadership students are also leading the way with Operation Bulldog Support, collecting personal care items to send to deployed military members. We appreciate your support in helping us give back!
📅 April 15th – Purple Up! Day
We invite everyone to wear purple as a symbol of support for our military children and families.
🎉 End-of-Month Reception
We will close out the month with a special reception to honor and celebrate all of our military families and show our appreciation for their service and sacrifice.
This is going to be an incredible month as we come together to recognize the strength, resilience, and impact of our military-connected students and families.
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
💙🧡 FMS Weekly Schedule Update 🧡💙
Here’s what’s happening this week at Freeport Middle School! Stay connected and come out to support our Bulldogs! 🐾
📅 Tuesday, March 31st
⚾ Baseball vs. WMS (Home) – 4:00 / 6:00
🥎 Softball vs. WMS (Home) – 4:30 / 6:00
📅 Wednesday, April 1st
✍️ 5th Grade B.E.S.T. Writing Assessment
📅 Thursday, April 2nd
⛳ Golf @ Eagle Springs – 3:30
⚾ Baseball @ Seaside – 4:00 / 6:00
🥎 Softball @ ECMS – 4:30 / 6:00
🏃 Track Meet @ ECMS – 4:00
📅 Friday, April 3rd
🚫 No School
Let’s have a great week, Bulldogs! 💪
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Here’s what’s happening this week at Freeport Middle School! Stay connected and come out to support our Bulldogs! 🐾
📅 Tuesday, March 31st
⚾ Baseball vs. WMS (Home) – 4:00 / 6:00
🥎 Softball vs. WMS (Home) – 4:30 / 6:00
📅 Wednesday, April 1st
✍️ 5th Grade B.E.S.T. Writing Assessment
📅 Thursday, April 2nd
⛳ Golf @ Eagle Springs – 3:30
⚾ Baseball @ Seaside – 4:00 / 6:00
🥎 Softball @ ECMS – 4:30 / 6:00
🏃 Track Meet @ ECMS – 4:00
📅 Friday, April 3rd
🚫 No School
Let’s have a great week, Bulldogs! 💪
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
💙🧡 Exploring Future Opportunities! 🧡💙
Our AVID students recently had the opportunity to visit Emerald Coast Technical College (ECTC) to explore the many programs and career pathways they have to offer! 🎓
This experience gave our students a firsthand look at the skills, training, and opportunities available right here in our community as they begin thinking about their future goals.
A huge thank you to ECTC for hosting our students and providing such an engaging and informative experience! 👏
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Our AVID students recently had the opportunity to visit Emerald Coast Technical College (ECTC) to explore the many programs and career pathways they have to offer! 🎓
This experience gave our students a firsthand look at the skills, training, and opportunities available right here in our community as they begin thinking about their future goals.
A huge thank you to ECTC for hosting our students and providing such an engaging and informative experience! 👏
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
