Parents

Parents' Association

Mission Statement
The Memphis University School Parents' Association is a community of parents and families working together with common purpose: to advance and support the mission of Memphis University School in order to enhance the school experience for the benefit of the students, families, faculty, and administration.

What We Do
The association provides important services that benefit the faculty and students, sponsors programs of interest to parents, and assists with communication between school and home. The annual membership dues, which help make the many programs and activities we sponsor possible, are $50 per family. The list below includes some of the many programs and activities made possible by your membership:

Faculty Appreciation Luncheon
New Mothers Coffee
Senior Mothers Coffee
Decorations for Homecoming
Senior Picnic
Lower School Grandparent Reception
Parent Education
Grade Level Parties
Drug and Alcohol Prevention Programming
New Student Orientation
Admissions Open House
Spirit Wear Sales
Safe Home Program
Financial support to Beg To Differ, class trips, club activities, and athletic teams

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Owls Score in Latin Fall Festivus

The scholarship of MUS Latin students – and their skill at chariot racing – was on full display at the 17th Annual Latin Fall Festivus on November 16 at White Station High School.
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Summer Fellowship Deadline: Feb. 18

MUS is honored to offer three summer fellowships to support Owls in Classes of 2025-27 in summer enrichment programs. Application deadline is February 18.
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Williamson Presents Veterans Chapel

Christopher Williamson ’06 spoke in chapel about his experience in the U.S. Marine Corps as part of our Veterans Week Chapel Series, organized by the Alumni Veteran Committee. Williamson said that his four years at MUS prepared him well for his military service and for his career as the COO and wealth advisor for Red Door Wealth Management.
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Juniors, College Counseling Meetings

College counselor meetings with juniors began Tuesday, November 5, and will continue through the beginning of December.
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Next LS Manhood Breakfast: Nov. 22

History Instructor Jonathan Large is the guest speaker at our next Lower School Manhood Breakfast on Friday, November 22, 2024. The topic will be Leadership in Service.
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Chapel Features Military Panel

Mr. Harvey Kay ’75, Lt. Col. David Malone ’75, and Mr. Bruce Moore ’77 distinguished our Veterans Week panel November 13. Moderator George Wilmott ’26 posed questions about their military service and asked their advice for Owls considering serving their country.
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Sign up for Buzzards Basketball by Nov. 22

The school’s recreational basketball league runs in January and February and offers our students the chance to compete against teams from MUS and other schools. Registration closes Friday, November 22. Sign up today!
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Sports Events: Nov. 18-22

Don't miss the upcoming basketball and bowling games November 18-22. Note: the JV and varsity Hall of Champion games will not accept U Cards or season passes. Tickets are $7 for those games. Go, Owls!
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Get Your All-Sports Passes

Owl Passes are discounted! Offering admission to all regular-season home games during the 2024-25 academic year, these mobile passes are now discounted to $65 each.
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Quarter 2 Midpoint: Nov. 8

Friday, November 8, marks the second quarter midpoint of the 2024-25 school year. Please review your son’s grades in OwlHub, and contact his teacher(s) if you have questions.
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MUS Seeks Rocketeers!

History Instructor Patrick McCarroll ’92 announces the creation of a new Upper School rocket science quarter course entitled U Rock It! The interdisciplinary program affords students hands-on experiences in the fields of physics, mathematics, engineering, and design (art).
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Spring Meal Plans

The Spring Semester Lunch Meal Plans will be available for purchase beginning December 13, 2024. See the email and plan details here.
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College Financial Planning Event: Nov. 12

The next College Money Method program, “Navigating the New System of College Pricing and Financial Aid” is Tuesday, November 12, 6 p.m. This online workshop will provide extensive resources and an in-depth review of the new and evolving ways that colleges price education and provide financial assistance.
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Harris Teaches ‘How to be an Upstander”

A Lunch and Learn session on “How to be an Upstander” drew 44 students to hear Senior Counselor Candy Harris – dressed as a heart for Halloween – give tips on standing up for others when they are bullied or excluded.
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PSAT Scores Available: Nov. 7

PSAT/NMSQT scores will be available online Thursday, November 7, for Grades 9-11. Students can access their scores through their online College Board accounts or by using the BigFuture School app if they opted in on test day.
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Students Share Summer Experiences

Eight juniors and seniors spoke in chapel about the educational programs they participated in last summer. Director of College Counseling Jenny Byers encouraged students to explore opportunities that interest them and seek advice from their college counselors.
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Bookstore Holiday Open House: Dec. 13

Save the date! The Schaeffer Bookstore will be open Friday, December 13, 8 a.m. to noon, to help you complete your list of stocking stuffers and gifts! More details to come.
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McKay Urges ‘Do the Work’

Pam and George Sousoulas Chair of Economics and Assistant Track and Field Coach Orlando McKay served as backup quarterback for chapel today when the scheduled speaker could not make it.
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CSO Announces Events

Members of the Civic Service Organization spoke in Hyde Chapel on October 23 reminding students of upcoming service opportunities. CSO is on pace to break the 6,000 total service hours mark set last year, despite no service requirement for students. The organization already set a record with 307 students participating in this year’s Service Day in September.
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Eddie Batey Honored with Portrait

The Alumni Executive Board honored Faculty Emeritus Eddie Batey with the 20th artwork in the Faculty Portrait Series. Family and friends gathered in the Dining Hall October 17 to celebrate the unveiling of his portrait, painted by Mississippi artist Katherine Buchanan. Led by AEB President Horace Carter ’89, the evening featured tributes from Headmaster Pete Sanders, Headmaster Emeritus Ellis Haguewood, and Christ Covenant School Dean of Students Malcolm Saxon ’93. Shelby County Commissioner David Bradford ’95 presented Batey with a resolution acknowledging his accomplishments.
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