Jefferson Middle
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
People and Programs. Student Success.
The Millage renewal invests directly in the people and programs that support students every day. This is not a new tax.
At Jefferson Middle School, Millage funding has helped support our teachers and staff, athletic program coaches and officials, reading interventionist, instructional assistants, music program directors, STEM and CTE teachers, and support staff.
These investments help attract and retain outstanding educators, support essential programs and student opportunities, and provide the resources and classroom technology students need to succeed.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
When we invest in people and programs, we invest in our students' future.
Learn more: brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
Buildings and Infrastructure. Secure and Modern Schools.
The Sales Surtax renewal helps fund secure, maintained, and modern school facilities across Brevard Public Schools. This is not a new tax.
At Jefferson Middle School, Sales Surtax funding has helped support security enhancements such as OpenGate metal detectors and Raptor badges for staff; facility improvements like HVAC, paint, and new water fountains, as well as technology upgrades including network infrastructure and classroom technology.
These investments help create secure and modern learning environments by supporting facility improvements, technology infrastructure, and school security measures, so students can thrive and staff can focus on teaching.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
When we invest in our schools, we invest in our community.
Learn more: brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
Students may wear their Halloween costumes to school on Friday, October 30th for $5.00. Funds raised will help support our Media Center. Cash donations will be collected upon arrival at school on Friday. Costumes must adhere to our school dress code. No masks or weapons will be allowed.
You're invited to the Jefferson Middle School Statesmen Orchestras' Fall Concert: An Orchestra Spooktacular happening this Wednesday at the Merritt Island High School Auditorium beginning at 7:00 PM! Get into the spooky scary season with orchestral music guaranteed to send shivers down your spine! No tricks at this concert, only musical treats will be served! Admission is free, but donations are always accepted! Happ Howl-o-ween from the Statesmen Orchestras!
The Millage renewal supports students, educators, and schools across Brevard Public Schools. This is not a new tax.
As shown in the graphic, 80% of Millage funding supports employee compensation, 16% supports additional programs for students, and 4% supports technology. These investments help provide competitive compensation, expand opportunities for students, and support modern learning environments.
Every Millage dollar is invested in supporting student success across Brevard Public Schools.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Learn more: brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
Our Morning Academic Support Program (Morning School) will be closed on Wednesday, October 21st, due to scheduled staff meetings.
Doors will open to welcome students at 9:05 a.m. on this day.
Thank you for your understanding.
Surtax funding supports the security tools Brevard Public Schools relies on every day. This is not a new tax.
At Jefferson Middle School, we look forward to the installation of the OpenGate advanced weapons detection system this school year. OpenGate screens for weapons while maintaining a fast and efficient flow of students, staff, and visitors entering campus.
OpenGate allows individuals to walk through with most personal items without stopping, helping reduce delays while enhancing campus security.
The Sales Surtax renewal of the existing half-cent sales tax helps ensure we can continue improving these protective measures so every school remains a safe, welcoming place for students to learn.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Click here for more information: https://www.brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
The Millage renewal invests directly in the educators who serve Brevard students every day. This is not a new tax.
80% of Millage funding supports employee compensation, including additional pay for instructional personnel based on their years of teaching experience and performance.
At Jefferson Middle School, Mrs. Banyard brings 10 years of teaching experience to the classroom. Mrs. Banyard teaches English Language Arts and serves as sponsor for both our National Jr. Honor Society and Future Educators of America. She is so respected for her commitment to her students that she was chosen to be JMS Teacher of the Year this year! Mrs. Banyard's experience helps provide students with strong instruction, consistency, and support year after year.
By recognizing the value of experience, Millage-funded compensation increases over time to reward educators for their years of service and dedication to their profession. This investment encourages experienced teachers to continue building their careers in Brevard Public Schools, benefiting both students and school communities.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Learn more: brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
The Sales Surtax renewal is paid for by everyone who shops in Brevard and funds major improvements to our school facilities. This is not a new tax.
Sales Surtax funding allows Brevard Public Schools to complete essential projects that keep campuses safe, comfortable, and ready to serve students for years to come.
At Jefferson Middle School, Sales Surtax funding made new water fountains possible. Our students and staff can choose to drink from these new, clean, sanitary water fountains directly or they have the ability to fill water bottles and tumblers easily without creating messes and spills. Our students and staff have benefitted from several other improvements such as renewal of our HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems as well as renewal of our track and outdoor courts and added LED lighting.
From updated air-conditioning systems and new roofs to renovated classrooms, playgrounds, tracks, and safety improvements, these investments help ensure our school buildings continue meeting the needs of students and staff.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Learn more: https://www.brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
The Millage renewal funds game officials for middle and high school athletics across Brevard County. This is not a new tax.
These officials help ensure games are conducted safely, consistently, and fairly for all student-athletes.
At Jefferson Middle School, this funding allows revenue collected through ticket sales to stay within the athletic program rather than being used to cover officiating expenses. Those dollars can then be directed back into opportunities and resources that benefit student-athletes.
From equipment and uniforms to program needs throughout the year, keeping more athletic funding at the school level helps support a positive experience for student-athletes while strengthening school athletic programs.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Learn more: https://www.brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
Investing in the people who make our schools thrive.
80% of millage funding supports employee compensation for the teachers, support staff, and school employees who serve students every day.
From the classroom to the front office, cafeteria, transportation department, and beyond, these dedicated professionals play an important role in creating safe, supportive learning environments for students across Brevard County.
This is not a new tax. The millage is a renewal of an existing local funding source that helps support employee compensation and school operations throughout Brevard County.
By investing in the people who support our students, millage helps Brevard Public Schools continue attracting and retaining a strong workforce dedicated to student success.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Learn more: https://www.brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
Reminder: Fall portrait retakes are scheduled for this Friday, Oct. 2nd.
Surtax funding strengthens school safety by providing the security tools schools rely on every day.
This is not a new tax. The Sales Surtax is a renewal of the existing half-cent sales tax that helps fund safe, maintained, and modern school facilities.
One example is the Raptor Badge Alert system. Funded by the Surtax, the system is designed to enhance student and staff safety by providing a faster emergency response when assistance is needed.
Tools like Raptor help schools communicate quickly and make it possible to respond rapidly in an emergency. When these safety systems are in place, students and staff can feel confident walking through the doors each morning.
Sales Surtax ensures Brevard Public Schools can continue investing in protective measures that help keep every school a safe and welcoming place for students to learn.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Learn more: https://www.brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
The Sales Surtax renewal helps keep classrooms connected, secure, and equipped. This is not a new tax.
Sales Surtax supports the critical, invisible backbone of school technology. These dollars pay for the essential systems that keep classrooms connected and secure, including network cabling, cybersecurity protections, wireless access points, and other infrastructure that students and teachers rely on every day.
At Jefferson Middle School, the technology infrastructure funded by the Sales Surtax helps keep every classroom connected and ready for learning.
Technology changes quickly, and the Sales Surtax ensures our schools can keep pace. When the infrastructure is strong, every classroom stays connected, teachers have reliable tools, and schools can operate efficiently.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Click here for more information: https://www.brevardschools.org/page/surtax-and-millage
Come out and cheer on our Statesmen Basketball teams with our Best Buddies Club on September 24th. Statesmen will host Kennedy Middle School in our Gym. Games start at 5:30 and 7:00pm. See flyer for details.
Attention, Statesmen Rockers!
Pop/Rock Band practice will be cancelled this week - Thursday, September 24.
Please continue to practice on your own so we're ready to jam at rehearsal next Thursday, October 1!
Brevard Public Schools invites you and your school community to participate in the review of instructional
materials currently under consideration for adoption in the following subject areas:
• Mathematics (Grades K-6)
• Mathematics (Grades 7-12)
We encourage school leaders, instructional staff, students, families, and community members to review the
proposed instructional materials. The links below include courses, publisher informatlon, student editions,
and a feedback survey for submitting Comments and recommendations.
Your feedback is essential to ensuring that Brevard Public Schools adopts high-quality instructional
materials that best support student learning and achievement, We invite you to explore the materials and
share your input through the feedback survey available at the links below.
The links will be available Tuesday, September 22, 2026, through Friday, October 2, 2026.
K-6 Mathematics: K-6 Mathematics Instructional Materials Review and Feedback
7-12 Mathematics: 7-12 Mathematics Instructional Materials Review and Feedback
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to instructional excellence.
Millage helps Brevard Public Schools continue offering programs that keep students learning, engaged, and prepared for the future. This is not a new tax.
It helps fund music programs in our secondary schools, providing students with opportunities to develop their talents through band, chorus, orchestra, and other performing arts experiences.
At Jefferson Middle School, millage funding helped support our orchestra program by providing new instruments for our student musicians. These resources allow student musicians to learn, perform, and grow.
Participation in music education builds creativity, discipline, teamwork, and confidence while helping students develop skills that extend far beyond the classroom.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Click here for more information: BPS Sales Surtax & Millage
The Sales Surtax renewal is paid for by everyone who shops in Brevard and funds safe, well-maintained schools. This is not a new tax.
It funds secure buildings, facility investments, and technology infrastructure — the physical spaces students learn in every day.
This year at Jefferson Middle School, that meant a beautiful fresh coat of paint throughout the school and new, bright LED lighting in our classrooms giving our school a clean, fresh look to welcome our students.
The Sales Surtax allows Brevard Public Schools to make these needed improvements, ensuring students and staff learn and work in safe, comfortable, and resilient buildings — year after year.
Strong Schools. Strong Brevard.
Click here for more information: BPS Sales Surtax & Millage
JMS Morning School (Academic Support Program) will be closed on Wednesday, September 23, due to staff meetings. Doors will open at 9:05 a.m. to welcome students.
