
August 29, 2025
The very first edition of the South Middle Newsletter for 2025-2026 is here! Inside, Dr. Hottelman shares highlights from the start of an exciting new school year, a closer look a...


August 26, 2025
SMS is excited to launch its Fall fundraiser in partnership with BoBo’s Fundraising. Proceeds from the event will go directly toward programs and activities that benefit SMS studen...

August 15, 2025
South Middle Builds a Community of Leaders At South Middle School, education is more than textbooks and tests—it’s about building a caring, capable, and connected community of...


August 5, 2025
South Middle is kicking off the year by showing love to our incredible staff! We're inviting our Southside community to support by donating any amount - big or small - to...

August 18, 2025
The Fort Zumwalt School District Board of Education meeting information is available through Simbli by eBOARDsolutions. See the Aug. 21 agenda .

August 13, 2025
Fort Zumwalt School District is launching an app called Stopfinder. Stopfinder will allow parents and guardians to accurately track their student’s school bus in real-time. T...

August 12, 2025
As you are already aware, a new law requires school districts in Missouri to adopt a policy that, at a minimum, prohibits students’ use of “electronic personal communication devi...

August 12, 2025
Welcome Our New (and maybe a few familiar!) Faces to SMS This school year, we’re excited to welcome some fresh talent—and a few familiar friends—into the South Middle family! Our...

August 12, 2025
Incoming sixth-grade students and their parents are invited to meet their teachers at classroom doors. The evening will begin in the gym with introductions from Dr. Hottelman (Pri...

August 4, 2025
We’re excited to offer spirit wear through our new online store ! It will be open from August 1st-August 17th. A limited selection will also be available for purchase during s...

July 30, 2025
Mark your calendars— Schedule Pick-Up Day is coming up on 8/4 & 8/7! Students will receive their class schedules, locker assignments, and have a chance to navigate the buildin...

July 24, 2025
As we move into the final weeks of summer, we wanted to provide you with an important update. At the regular July meeting, the Fort Zumwalt Board of Education approved changes to ...

July 15, 2025
Check out your chlid's school supply list for the 2025-2026 school year.

July 14, 2025
The Fort Zumwalt School District Board of Education meeting information is available through Simbli by eBOARDsolutions. See the July 17 agenda .

July 9, 2025
As summer winds down, our campus doors will swing open to welcome students and families for Open House . This is a fantastic opportunity to meet teachers, tour classrooms, and ge...

June 27, 2025
The Fort Zumwalt School District Board of Education meeting information is available through Simbli by eBOARDsolutions. See the June 30 agenda .

June 13, 2025
The Fort Zumwalt School District Board of Education meeting information is available through Simbli by eBOARDsolutions. See the June 16 agenda .

June 3, 2025
It’s official—our middle school has a brand-new mascot, and it’s more than just a logo. It’s a legacy. Watch our reveal video HERE . After months of collaboration, voting, an...