Welcome to our Pirate Press Newsletter

Each week, we put out a newsletter filled with the most relevant and up-to-date information for parents.

Click on the Week Ahead newsletter blurb to the right to find the link to our most updated newsletter. —->

PMS Week Ahead Messages

A Message from Your Principal

by wmcqueen | Apr 6, 2026 | PMS Week Ahead, School News, Student Showcase

Dear Pirate Families, We hope everyone had a fantastic March and safe and restful Spring Break! As we move into April, we are so proud of the hard work, growth, and Pirate pride shown across both campuses. Thank you for your continued support as we...

by wmcqueen | Mar 2, 2026 | PMS Week Ahead, School News, Student Showcase

We are excited to share that beginning this month, we will combine our elementary and middle school updates into one unified K–8 newsletter. This helps ensure all families stay connected, informed, and engaged as one Pasco community. We can’t wait to strengthen the bridge between both campuses!

A Message From Your Principal.

by wmcqueen | Feb 2, 2026 | PMS Week Ahead, School News, Student Showcase

February is here, and we are off to a strong start as we continue our work together during the second semester.

We are excited to share that both boys’ basketball and girls’ soccer seasons are underway. Game dates are listed on our February calendar, and we encourage families to join us for home games to cheer on our Pirate athletes.

Pasco Middle School Avid Application for 2026-2027

by wmcqueen | Jan 26, 2026 | PMS Week Ahead, Post Slider, School News

Year Books & Year Book Ads Are Available Now!

by wmcqueen | Nov 21, 2025 | PMS Week Ahead, Post Slider, School News

Did you know that you can purchase a ad in this year’s Yearbook? You can, but don’t wait, don’t hesitate! The time is now!

Attend & Achieve

by wmcqueen | Aug 8, 2025 | Cambridge, PMS Week Ahead, Post Slider, School News, Student Showcase

Pasco County Schools is committed to reducing absenteeism and increasing student achievement outcomes. That’s why this year, and moving forward, we will be increasing awareness around the importance of attendance—with the goal of strengthening our collective responsibility to make sure students are learning every day. Each month we’ll be sharing facts and helpful tips about attendance.

School Meals Update

by wmcqueen | Jul 14, 2025 | PMS Week Ahead, School News

For the past several years, all Pasco County Schools have been part of a federal program called the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). This program has allowed us to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students, regardless of income. However, due to rising food costs and changes in federal legislation, our district will be making some changes starting with the 2025–2026 school year.