Welcome Back Letter

Dear Samuel P. Massie Academy Families,

Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year at Samuel P. Massie Academy – Home of the Cheetahs! We are looking forward to another year of learning, growth, and success for our scholars. This year, we are especially excited to welcome Mrs. Latoya Tolbert and Dr. Jerome Brown as our new assistant principals. They bring a wealth of knowledge and energy to our school community, and we know our Cheetahs will benefit greatly from their leadership.

SY 25-26 School Hours & Arrival Procedures:

• Doors Open: 7:20 AM
• Breakfast: Provided daily in the cafeteria beginning at 7:20 AM
• Scholar Day Begins: 7:30 AM
• Tardy: 7:31 AM – Any student arriving after this time is considered tardy.
• Dismissal Begins: 2:10 PM

Please ensure your child arrives on time each day no later than 7:30 AM. Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential for academic success.

Uniform Expectations: All students are required to be in full uniform daily:

• Pre-K: Yellow shirt, Navy pants
• Grades K–5: White or Light Blue shirt, Navy pants
• Grade 6: Navy shirt, Khaki pants
• Grade 7: Red shirt, Khaki pants
• Grade 8: Black shirt, Khaki pants

Sweatshirts/Sweaters must match the uniform color and be solid in color with no graphics.

Important Dates:

• Orientation:
• Monday, August 25, 2026
  
  • Pre K and K 8:00 am
  • 1st - 5th Grade 9:00 am
  • Grades 6th - 8th 10:00
  • All scholars may drop off supplies and parents may visit the classroom.
  • For safety and logistics, parents will not be permitted to walk scholars to their classrooms on the first day of school. Goodbyes will need to be said at the door.

Back to School Night: Wednesday, September 3, 2026, at 5:30 PM for all grades Pre-K–8.

School Supplies:

School supplies will be provided for all scholars again this year. If you are able to send in extra items, teachers will greatly appreciate them, but this is not required.

Visitor Reminder:

When visiting the school, please always bring a valid ID. This ensures the safety of our students and staff.

We are excited to begin another year of excellence and growth at Samuel P. Massie Academy. Thank you for your partnership in making our school a place where every child can thrive.

We look forward to seeing you at Orientation on August 25th and welcoming our Cheetahs back for a fantastic year!

Educationally Yours,

Brandi Smith
Proud Principal - Samuel P Massie Academy