2021
Owl News
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Mark Your Calendar for Free Physicals: April 19
The doctors at ZüpMed will offer free physicals for MUS boys rising to grades 9-12 next year (current Grades 8-11) Monday, April 19, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. These physicals meet the requirements for our PE and sports programs, so take advantage of this great opportunity!Read More -
MATHCOUNTS Stars Excel
Out of 38 competitors at the MATHCOUNTS state competition, three Owls have placed in the top 12, and one will advance to the state team for national competition.Read More -
PSAT 8/9 Scores Now Available
Students in Grades 7 through 9 who took the March 24 PSAT 8/9 should have received an email notification informing them that their scores are now available online.Read More -
Schedule for Tuesday, April 13
Did you see the recent email regarding the special scheduling for Tuesday, April 13? If not, see it HERE.Read More
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CSO President Announced
Congratulations to junior Matthew Mellone. He has been selected to lead the Civic Service Organization as president in 2021-22.Read More -
National Honor Society Induction Link
We are pleased to announce the latest inductees to the MUS Chapter of the National Honor Society. See the event HERE.Read More -
Student Book Signing: April 18
Senior Tamaz Young will be having a book signing for his new book of poetry titled Unrequited Expressions Sunday, April 18, at 3 p.m. in the Dining Hall.Read More -
Important Summer Fellowships Available!
MUS is honored to offer two fellowships to support students in summer enrichment programs. Academic Dean Flip Eikner will accept application essays by email on or before Monday, April 19. This opportunity is open to MUS students in Grades 9-11.Read More -
LS Art “Do Your U” Deadline: April 19
Mrs. Laura Beck is challenging Lower School artists in the next Art Showdown contest. In addition to the regular contest prizes, this winner’s art will be featured on the cover of next year’s school planner.Read More -
Sellers Earns Selective NEH Grant
Mr. Ryan Sellers, chair of the Department of Classical and Modern Languages, will participate in the National Endowment for the Humanities Landmarks of American History and Culture program June 21-25. NEH programs are highly competitive and include workshop participation and a stipend.Read More -
Graduation 2021 Information
Read MoreClass of 2021 Graduation is fast approaching - Sunday, May 16. If you missed the recent email, see it HERE and mark your calendar. Friday, April 9, seniors will participate in the annual lottery for graduation seating. If more time is necessary, we will use the second half of X-Block on Wednesday, April 14. -
Betapudi Records History Day Win
Junior Simeon Betapudi earned first place in the Senior Individual Paper division of the West Tennessee History Day regional competition March 6.Read More -
Spring Break Art Showdown Winners
Congratulations to senior Thomas Lusk and eighth grader Wills Frazer for winning the Spring Break Art Showdown.Read More -
2021-22 Cheerleaders Announced
We are proud to announce the 2021-22 cheerleading squads!Read More -
Honor Council President Announced
Congratulations to rising senior McRae Dickinson, the 2021-22 Honor Council president. In his campaign speech, Dickinson began by emphasizing the importance of the council and the meaning of the school motto, Veritas Honorque.Read More -
Vaccinations Now Available for 16 and Older
Vaccination appointments for those 16 and older are open now, and we encourage families to take advantage of this opportunity for eligible students. See the recent email about this HERE.Read More -
WordSmiths Dash Out Winnings
Dr. Eric Dalle ’93, instructor in English, organized a team of 11 students to compete in the 2021 WordSmith Writing Olympics, sponsored by the University of Memphis English Department, in February. The Owls competed in three events separated by length and grade level, and nine of the competitors were recognized in at least one event.Read More -
AIME Qualifiers Compete
Two Owls qualified for the American Invitational Math Exam (AIME). Freshman Dannie Dong and seventh-grader James Jin compete this month to qualify for the even-more selective group competing in the United States of America Junior Mathematical Olympiad in April.Read More -
Animal Art Showdown: April 5
The next Art Showdown is underway! Instructor in Art Laura Beck challenges everyone to make a 2D work, no smaller than 8.5” x 11”, showing one or more animals personified.Read More -
Mock Trial Awards
Three Owls won awards in the Tennessee High School Mock Trial Grand Division Competition, an event involving 60 teams and almost 600 students.Read More -
Lower School Swim Team News
The league has announced a middle school swim meet Saturday, April 17. Varsity Head Coach Bryan Parker will coach the Lower School team, and he’d like to offer practices at 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, beginning this Wednesday, March 24, at the Ric Nuber YMCA.Read More -
Summer Fun Starts Here!
MUS offers a wide variety of summer opportunities for boys entering Grades 1-12. This year we're featuring two new programs for younger guys: Camp U and Learn Like an Owl!Read MoreCamp U
Camp U is a traditional, fun-filled day camp for boys entering first through seventh grade that will include sports, arts, STEM learning, makerspace adventures, and much more! Half-day and full-day plans available.
Learn Like an Owl
Want to know what it’s like to be an Owl? Get a jump-start on the MUS academic experience with our classes for boys entering fifth or sixth grade. Students get to know our teachers, meet new friends, and learn about campus life! -
Cheer Meeting, Tryouts Ahead!
Read MoreThe cheerleading coaches will host pre-tryout clinics Monday-Tuesday, March 22-23, 6-8 p.m., and tryouts will be Thursday, March 25, 4 p.m. -
DECA Teams Win District 1 Events
Two DECA teams took home first place from the Virtual District 1 Competition in the club’s inaugural year. The competitions required teams to create business and marketing plans for fictional clients.Read More -
The Buzzard Bracket Battle has Begun!
Our first annual March Madness Buzzard Bracket Battle is underway! Open to all alumni and the Class of 2021, this event will benefit the Annual Fund. Compete against other classes for bragging rights and the chance to win a watch party!Read More -
Owl Ovation goes to Joe Abrahams
The February Parents’ Association Owl Ovation goes to Director of Counseling Joe Abrahams ’96. A parent whose son has faced medical challenges described how Abrahams provided support and encouragement for the family, often on a daily basis. He helped the student formulate a plan for his academics, coordinated communication with instructors, and provided counseling. “It did a lot to lift [our son’s] spirit,” the parent wrote.Read More -
Black History Month Art Showdown Winners
The Black History Month art contest has ended, and the results are in! Congratulations go to the Upper School winner, senior Matthew Phillips; and the Lower School winner, seventh grader Thomas Donahoe.Read More -
Prepare for Visiting Author Jerry Mitchell
Our visiting author for the fourth quarter will be Mr. Jerry Mitchell, an investigative journalist who has helped solve multiple cold-case murders in Mississippi. He is also founder of the Mississippi Center for Investigative Reporting.Read More -
Spring Break Art Showdown: March 19
Mrs. Laura Beck has announced the next in a series of Student Art Showdowns. The Spring Break Showdown is underway! Review the following rules and submit your art no later than Friday, March 19.Read More -
Want to Play Freshman Football Next Year?
All eighth graders interested in playing football next fall – now is the time to sign up! Email Coach Bobby Alston if you would like to be a member of the 2021 freshman football squad.Read More -
Record 25 Owls in All-West Ensembles
Read MoreThe West Tennessee School Band and Orchestra Association selected a record 25 Owls and three alternates for its 2021 All-West Tennessee ensembles. Auditions were virtual because of COVID restrictions, and students had to prepare two videos to submit for judging – one for an excerpt or etude and one for scales. -
College, Career X-Blocks: March 2, 4
Two career-oriented X-Block events are planned for Tuesday, March 2, and Thursday, March 4. Upper School students will have a chance to speak with alumni in STEM, engineering, and business fields!Read More -
Campus Open Monday, Feb. 22
After a week of record snow, we will have school on campus Monday, February 22, for all students, faculty, and staff who can make it here safely.Read More -
Keel is January Owl Ovation Honoree
Instructor in Modern Languages Rebecca Keel is the Parents' Association Owl Ovation honoree for January.Read More -
Black History Month Programs Begin
We kicked off Black History Month February 2 with an X-Block presentation featuring an introduction by Assistant Principal Barry Ray, student contributions, and a performance of Lift Every Voice and Sing by Director of Music Matt Tutor ’91 and Music Instructor Chris Carter.Read More -
Phillips and Doughtie Earn Art Honors
Two students earned honors in the Drawing and Illustration category of the Mid-South Scholastic Art Awards hosted by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.Read More -
Spring Meal Plan - Now Prorated!
Meal plans will be prorated now. The cost will be based on the first day you begin using it. Purchasing a plan versus a la carte saves you an average of 10-20%, so contact Ms. Sylvia Neely for a quote today!Read More -
Wrestling Results from Dawg Fights
Read MoreThe wrestlers rolled up 176 points on their way to winning the Briarcrest Dawg Fights Saturday, January 23. -
Lower School Spring Sports Info
Spring sports are ramping up, and Lower School tryouts are scheduled.Read More -
Graham and Chapman Honored
Two athletic awards were presented to students in early December during a virtual chapel presentation.Read More -
AMC 8 Owls Earn National Honors
Read MoreThree Owls earned national mathematics honors in the November AMC 8 competition. Eighth graders Alan Cheng and Oscar Liu and seventh grader Albert Ding earned honor roll designations for their performances. Cheng scored in the top 1% nationally and Ding and Liu scored in the top 5%. -
December Owl Ovation Honors Large
Ross McCain Lynn Chair of History Jonathan Large is the Owl Ovation honoree for December.Read More -
Next COVID Testing Date: Jan. 13
MUS and Hutchison will continue to host optional, on-site COVID-19 testing opportunities for asymptomatic students. The cost is $30 per test for students. The next testing date is Wednesday, January 13, in Hutchison Goodlett Gym Lobby from 1-5 p.m.Read More -
Owls Earn All-State Football Honors
The Tennessee Football Coaches Association named seniors Elliot Allen and Roderic Lewis and juniors Hunter Barnes, Kyler Herring, and Clarkson Shoaf to the All-State team for Division II-AAA.Read More -
Smithson to Attend Notre Dame STEM Conference
The Notre Dame Club of Memphis selected Instructor in Science Garrett Smithson to attend the Excellence in Teaching Conference hosted by Notre Dame’s Center for STEM Education.Read More -
National Language Week: Jan. 11-15
The Department of Classical and Modern Languages will celebrate National Language Week January 11-15, 2021 with a host of activities, including a trivia contest, film festival, and more.Read More
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