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.

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.

MUS is partnering with Paul Martin, founder of College Money Method, to provide six virtual programs and a helpful resource library about college financial planning, including merit-based scholarships and the need-based financial aid process.

Upper School families, we are excited to invite you to be a part of our Upper School International Fair, set for Friday, November 22, 9:40-10:40 a.m., in Ross Lynn Arena.

In addition to being Parent Back-to-School-Day, September 11 is also Service Day for MUS students. The Civic Service Organization is hosting volunteer opportunities for groups of Lower School and Upper School students at nonprofit organizations across the city.

Please be on the lookout for emails from the coaches in the coming weeks with information on how to create your family accounts in our new communication software, Praxis. This software will slowly take the place of BrightArrow with respect to all athletics communication.

Volunteers will be on site during Book Sale August 6-8 to answer questions about joining this organization and accept membership forms and payments.

Once the school year has ended May 31, and summer sessions have begun, families will need to follow these steps to access grades. Email Registrar Pam Haney if you need additional assistance.

It is hard to believe, but it is time for the Class of 2025 to have senior portraits taken. Families should call Holland Studio at (901) 362-1818 now to set up the appointment.

Upper School parents are encouraged to attend an MUS/Hutchison College Admission Panel on Wednesday, April 3, 5:30 p.m., in Wiener Theater at Hutchison School.

Thank you for entrusting us with the education of your sons. Your support of our teachers, coaches, and programs helps us uphold a liberal arts tradition designed to meet the needs of boys as they grow into young men of character, service, and leadership.

As you previously signed a contract, you need only complete a few steps and pay the deposit by Friday, February 2, 2024, to reserve your spot(s) for next year. After February 3 the deposit increases by $100. Your re-enrollment will be considered binding on May 1, 2024. See instructions HERE.

All are welcome to come, even if you have not had a chance to purchase or read the book, "Erasing the Finish Line" by Ana Homayoun. Your perspective, insight, and questions will be valued throughout our conversations. Come join us in the Wiener Hospitality Room!

The 2024-25 At-a-Glance Calendar is now available. You can see it HERE and on the Parent Quicklinks Resource Board.

If weather conditions require us to close school or change school hours, we will notify you via email, phone message, and/or text (per the contact instructions you have already provided). In addition, we will post it on our website, in social media, and through local news stations.

Coach Bobby Alston, Memphis University School head football and track coach and athletic director, has announced his retirement after 47 years at the school, effective December 31.

MUS honors all veterans of the United States Armed Forces today and every day. Thank you for your service and sacrifice!

We are thrilled to host best-selling author and psychologist Dr. Michael G. Thompson on Monday, August 7, at 6:30 p.m. NOTE: This event has been moved to Hyde Chapel. An expert in boys, Thompson is a celebrated consultant, author, and clinical psychologist, specializing in children and families for nearly 35 years. It has been many years since we hosted him, so we are delighted to have him back for this parent forum. You don’t want to miss it!

We encourage all parents to sign the Safe Home Pledge, a longstanding tradition at MUS. By agreeing to the pledge, parents promise that all student gatherings will be supervised and alcohol, drug, and tobacco-free. They also pledge to welcome questions about student parties from other parents.