Welcome to Stafford Middle School
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Marissa Vanison
Principal
Stafford Middle School
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
Nelson Mandela
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Angel Jordan
Assistant Principal
Stafford Middle School
“Nothing is impossible. The word itself says 'I'm Possible'.”
Audrey Hepburn
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Donald Riggs
Assistant Principal
Stafford Middle School
“Wisdom is better than gold; understanding better than silver.”
~Unknown
Why
SMS
Stafford Middle School has high expectations for all students in pursuit of academic achievement. We’ve earned Texas distinction designations in mathematics, social studies, post-secondary readiness and closing achievement gaps. With a culture of pride in our school community, we develop lifelong learners who are prepared for high school and post-secondary opportunities. Experience our three-story building and state-of-the-art career and technology center where you can increase your cultural awareness and become a vital contributing member of our community. Prepare for your future here.
Stories
Of SMS
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![2024 Kickstart Kids Spring Qualifier]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709311107/staffordmsdorg/d8ivgnzy9upfusg6tx1s/IMG_3786-GForceMartialArts.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709311107/staffordmsdorg/d8ivgnzy9upfusg6tx1s/IMG_3786-GForceMartialArts.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709311107/staffordmsdorg/d8ivgnzy9upfusg6tx1s/IMG_3786-GForceMartialArts.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1709311107/staffordmsdorg/d8ivgnzy9upfusg6tx1s/IMG_3786-GForceMartialArts.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1709311107/staffordmsdorg/d8ivgnzy9upfusg6tx1s/IMG_3786-GForceMartialArts.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1709311107/staffordmsdorg/d8ivgnzy9upfusg6tx1s/IMG_3786-GForceMartialArts.jpg","width":2200}])
Events
At SMS
all day
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SMSD Board Room
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Discover
Yourself At SMS
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Visit our new Stafford Learns website for all of your online learning needs. Stafford Learns
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The number one reason students work hard is to make their family proud. Families who show an interest and involvement in a child’s learning are powerful motivators. You don’t have to have the answers. Ask your child to teach you what they are learning. Access our family resources for more tips and tools to support children and learning.
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SMSD is the proud recipient of more then $300,000 in grants to support its highly popular robotics program.
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Our graduates know that achieving the “American Dream” requires a desire to keep learning beyond high school. Also find out about HCC Dual Credit Open Enrollment now open February 8 through March 31. Our students are college and career ready.
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The number one reason students work hard is to make their family proud. Families who show an interest and involvement in a child’s learning are powerful motivators. You don’t have to have the answers. Ask your child to teach you what they are learning. Access our family resources for more tips and tools to support children and learning.
![young boy working on technology education tool]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663048189/staffordmsdorg/a8y0jkn3d6tdpg27iote/STEMHomePage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663048189/staffordmsdorg/a8y0jkn3d6tdpg27iote/STEMHomePage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663048189/staffordmsdorg/a8y0jkn3d6tdpg27iote/STEMHomePage.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1663048189/staffordmsdorg/a8y0jkn3d6tdpg27iote/STEMHomePage.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1663048189/staffordmsdorg/a8y0jkn3d6tdpg27iote/STEMHomePage.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1663048189/staffordmsdorg/a8y0jkn3d6tdpg27iote/STEMHomePage.jpg","width":2200}])
Science, technology, engineering, and math skills prepare students for high-demand careers. We like to call it “STEM to Earn.”
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