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School’s Out - Summer is Here!
We look forward to seeing new Owls soon, and we hope everyone has a wonderful summer break! Following are a few important reminders about the summer.Read More -
Blazer Consignment Collection Begins
The Development Office will collect blazers throughout the summer on Wednesdays from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. for the Parents’ Association Blazer Consignment Sale.Read More -
Sign Up for Summer Reading Courses
A Summer Reading Mastery course will help you knock out your Summer Reading Assignment and keep your skills fresh. All grades have a mandatory summer assignment – why not sign up so you can complete this important task with fellow Owls? Both summer reading lists and math packets are now available in the library's resources HERE.Read More -
Laughlin Receives Hale Award
Headmaster Pete Sanders presented Director of Alumni and Parent Programs Ann Laughlin with the Jean Barbee Hale Award for Outstanding Service at the Faculty Luncheon May 15.Read More -
Lost and Found Will be Gone Soon!
Are you missing any shoes, electronics, books, or maybe even a sweatshirt or jacket?Read More -
Quiz Bowl Team Headed to Nationals
Read MoreWith its strong finish at Ole Miss Brain Brawl, the Memphis University School quiz bowl team proved themselves worthy to play on a national stage. -
Smythe Celebrates 25 Years
Headmaster Pete Sanders recognized Mr. Clay Smythe ’85 for his 25 years on the faculty at Memphis University School with an Honorary Master of Arts certificate.Read More -
Ding Multiplies Math Opportunities
For Albert Ding ’26, involvement means more than joining activities. It means creating opportunities so others can participate, connect, and grow.Read More -
Order Lower School Supplies by June 21
Order your Lower School supplies and have them shipped to your home before school resumes!Read More -
Chi Alpha Mu Inducts 38
Chi Alpha Mu, the national junior mathematics club for middle and junior high school students, inducted 38 new members.Read More -
Henry Phan, 2026 Valedictorian
Henry Phan is an accomplished academic who combines logic with empathy; his concern for the welfare of those around him adds warmth to our school community.Read More -
Joshua Gramm, 2026 Salutatorian
Salutatorian Joshua Gramm excelled academically throughout his career at MUS.Read More -
LS Latin Society Inducts 12
Twelve Owls were inducted into the National Junior Classical League Latin Honor Society.Read More -
Phan Presidential Scholars Semifinalist
Senior Henry Phan is a Semifinalist for the 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.Read More -
Zhao Places at DECA Event
Ethan Zhao ’26 earned finalist honors at the DECA International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, April 25-28, placing among the top competitors in Tennessee during the organization’s premier annual competition.Read More -
2026-27 Student Council Announced
Representatives for the 2026-27 Student Council in the Upper and Lower School have been elected.Read More -
Class of 2026 Final Transcripts
Once second semester grades are posted, we will send official transcripts to the colleges where students are enrolling and to NCAA (for those registered with the NCAA Initial Eligibility Center).Read More -
Honor Council Representatives Elected
The representatives for the 2026–27 Honor Council have been elected to serve the Upper and Lower School communities.Read More -
Owls Excel in Greek
As part of the Laurea Bubonis senior capstone project, Latin V seniors, along with two Latin IV juniors, studied Attic Greek with Latin Instructor Trey Suddarth this semester and participated in the National Greek Examination.Read More -
Owls Set Record for Seal of Biliteracy
Twenty-two senior Owls qualified for the Seal of Biliteracy, a state program designed to recognize graduating high school seniors who meet proficiency standards in more than one language.Read More -
Owls Win French Awards
Ten Owls earned medals on the National French Exam, which is the highest honor in the West Tennessee region.Read More -
Spanish Scholars Earn National Awards
Seventy-two Spanish students garnered national recognition for their performance on the 2026 National Spanish Examinations.Read More -
Students Garner 139 Awards on Latin Exam
Owls received 139 awards for achievement on the 2026 National Latin Exam, including 67 Summa Cum Laude Gold Medals, 35 Maxima Cum Laude Silver Medals, and 22 Magna Cum Laude and 15 Cum Laude certificates.Read More -
Alexander Receives Princeton Certificate
Carson Alexander ’27 was honored with the Certificate of Accomplishment by the Princeton Prize and Race Relations Committee on May 12.Read More -
Order of the Owl Inducts 75
Lower School students and families gathered in Hyde Chapel to celebrate the Order of the Owl inductions May 7. Seventy-five students received Order of the Owl recognition.Read More -
MUS Honors Five Retirees
The school community gathered to honor retiring teachers and staff members whose careers have been defined by decades of service, leadership, and dedication during a chapel service May 8.Read More -
Announcing Our Next Headmaster
On behalf of the Headmaster Search Committee and the Board of Trustees, we are delighted to announce the appointment of Hartwell Heath Roper, Jr. (Hart) as the next headmaster of Memphis University School, beginning in July 2027.Read More -
Jones Receives Distinguished Teaching Award
Headmaster Pete Sanders presented the 2026 Distinguished Teaching Award to Anne and Glenn A. Crosby Chair of Christian Ethics and History Department Chair Jonathan Jones.Read More -
Second Semester Exams Schedule
Semester Exams (half days) are Thursday-Thursday, May 14-21, 8:30-10:45 a.m. See detailed exam information and instructions HERE, including alternate exam dates and times. Neither breakfast nor lunch is served on exam days.Read More -
School Holiday: May 25
MUS will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. See our page dedicated to alumni veterans HERE.Read More -
2026-27 Ambassadors Announced
The Ambassador Selection Committee announced new Student Ambassadors. As the face of the school to prospective families, ambassadors shoulder a tremendous level of responsibility. Earning this role is one of the highest honors a student can achieve.Read More -
Wells Embodies Truth and Honor
Honor Council President Devin Wells ’26 has spent his time at MUS leading in a way that often draws little attention but leaves a lasting impact. Through years of service on the Honor Council, Wells has upheld the principles of truth and honor that define the school community.Read More -
School Supply Lists for 2026-27
School supply lists are now available. See the lists and important notes about laptops and schedules HERE.Read More -
Cum Laude Society Inducts 20
The Memphis University School chapter of the Cum Laude Society inducted 20 members from the classes of 2026 and 2027 during a ceremony April 24.Read More -
Seniors Honored with Awards
Class of 2026 family members joined students and faculty in Hyde Chapel on April 22 for the Senior Academic Awards program.Read More -
‘Owl’s Hoot’ Editors Honor Mr. Thompson
Mr. Robert Davis ’82 and other “Owl’s Hoot” alumni editors celebrated their longtime advisor Mr. Norman Thompson with a reception April 16.Read More -
Reception Honors Artists-in-Residence
We were thrilled to unveil the 14th work in our Artist-in-Residence series during a reception Sunday.Read More -
Bubones Take Victoria XVII
What does it take to achieve the 17th consecutive team championship in the Tennessee Junior Classical League?Read More -
Five Students Receive DAR Essay Honors
Five Lower School Owls received honors for their submissions to Daughters of the American Revolution essay contests.Read More -
National College Decision Day/Deposit Due Date: May 1
Seniors, submit your enrollment deposit to one (and only one) college by Friday, May 1. Do not miss this deadline, as your offers of admission expire after that date.Read More -
Senior College T-Shirt Photo: May 6
We will take a group picture of seniors with their college T-shirts Wednesday, May 6, in Thomas Amphitheater immediately following the headmaster’s lunch, which begins at noon.Read More -
Special Awards and Honors Announced
At the Special Awards and Honor Societies Induction ceremony in Hyde Chapel April 15, seven Owls received college book awards.Read More -
Help at CSO Park Project: April 25
Read MoreCivic Service Organization will build a small park at Knowledge Quest (590 Jennette Place) on Saturday, April 25, 9 -11 a.m., for KQ afterschool and summer students. -
Summer AP History Prep Courses: July 6, 13, 20, 27
Rising freshmen, sophomores, and juniors should take advantage of the one-week AP History prep sessions offered beginning July 6!Read More -
Campus Center Naming Honors Trow and Elizabeth Gillespie
Family, friends, and fans of the late Trow Gillespie ’65 dodged only a few raindrops April 2 for the dedication of the Gillespie Campus Center.Read More -
Ehrhart Redefines Journalism at MUS
Brady Ehrhart ’26 sat in The Owl’s Hoot newsroom the summer before the 2025-26 school year with one thing on his mind: It was time for change.Read More -
Laurea Bubonis Scholars Honored
Nine Class of 2026 Latin V students participated in Laurea Bubonis, a capstone project in which they explore and apply their knowledge of the classical world.Read More -
Sign up for Co-ed Summer Fun and Win with Money!
Learn how to build real wealth and freedom while changing your financial family tree forever with this fun, co-ed, high-energy summer course taught by Mr. Orlando McKay! How to Win with Money 101 is offered evenings in June or July for students in rising grades 9-12.Read More -
Summer Baseball Camp, Rising Grades 3-9
Read MoreWhat’s better than baseball? Nothing! Join the boys of summer in this camp for rising grades 3-9. Hurry! This is one of our earlier camps: May 26-28, 1-4 p.m. -
Mathletes Shine at Tennessee Math Tournament
Owl math students excelled at the second Tennessee Math Tournament, held at Vanderbilt University on April 4, drawing 81 students from across the state.Read More -
Band and Orchestra Excel in Chicago
Band and orchestra students traveled to Chicago to participate in the Chicago Heritage Festival, where their performance earned a Gold rating, the festival’s highest honor.Read More -
Owls Thrive at Language Fair
Congratulations to the Latin students who earned recognition at the University of Memphis Language Fair.Read More -
Time for Class of 2027 Portraits
It is time for rising seniors to schedule their senior portraits. Please call Holland Studio now because they book appointments months in advance, and we want all seniors to have their pictures taken before September.Read More -
See you at Spring Fling: April 9
MUS will host Spring Fling on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Come cheer the teams (MUS students are admitted with U Cards, all others must have tickets or season passes) and enjoy free hamburgers and hotdogs. Student Council will be raising money by helping you round out your meal with their StuCo Trio (candy, chips, and a drink for $5).Read More -
US Spring Formal: April 25
The Upper School Spring Formal is Saturday, April 25, from 8-10:15 p.m. in the MUS Morrison Courtyard. Attire is formal with long dresses. If you’ve not read the important recent email to parents, please do so now.Read More -
Mao MathCounts State Champ
Seventh grader Andrew Mao captured the state individual MathCounts title in Nashville on March 28. His performance qualifies him for the RTX MathCounts National Competition in Orlando May 10-11.Read More -
2026-27 Cheerleaders Announced
We are pleased to present the 2026-27 cheerleading squads! Congratulations to these Owl cheerleaders.Read More -
Beg To Differ Earns Gold
Beg To Differ traveled to New York City to compete in the WorldStrides Heritage Festival, earning a Gold Medal for the third consecutive year.Read More -
National Honor Society Inducts 52
Read MoreThe Memphis University School chapter of the National Honor Society inducted 52 members from the junior and senior classes in a ceremony on March 25. -
Pace Presents Academic Research
Wilson Pace ’26 spoke in chapel about two research projects in the fields of history and foreign policy that he conducted while in Upper School. His focus for these studies was primarily Poland, Germany, and the Soviet Union in the period between the two world wars.Read More -
Graduation Supplies Arrive: April 2
Jostens will be on campus delivering graduation announcements and other orders Thursday, April 2.Read More
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Join CSO for Zoo Outing: April 3
Civic Service Organization will be leading a field trip to the Memphis Zoo for 50 Hanley Elementary students Friday, April 3, 9-11 a.m.Read More -
School Holiday: April 3
MUS will be closed Friday, April 3, in observance of Good Friday.Read More -
Volunteers Needed for CSO Easter Egg Hunt: April 2
Civic Service Organization will host an Easter egg hunt at Balmoral Elementary School (5905 Grosvenor Avenue) on Thursday, April 2, from 4-5 p.m.Read More -
DAR Presents Awards
Read MoreRepresentatives of the Daughters of the American Revolution Watauga Chapter, Maria Burke and Jean McSwain, presented awards to Liam Curran ’27 and Upper School History Chair Jonathan Jones. -
Fleming Encourages Students to Reframe Dyslexia
Author Durant Fleming spoke to students and faculty in Hyde Chapel as the featured guest for the 27th annual Robert M. Metcalf Symposium, sharing his personal journey with dyslexia and challenging students to reconsider how they view adversity.Read More -
Register for Tearing Down the Walls
MUS is hosting a chartered bus to Ensworth School in Nashville for students in rising Grades 9-11 to attend Tearing Down the Walls: Southeastern Conference on Race and Leadership in Independent Schools on June 19-21.Read More -
Feild Selected as Honor Council President
Students elected Adams Feild ’27 as Honor Council president for the 2026-27 school year. As president, he will lead student representatives in upholding the school’s Honor Code.Read More -
Owls Top State Mu Alpha Theta Times 4
For the fourth straight year, MUS earned the “Best Overall Team” award in the Mu Alpha Theta State Convention.Read More -
Zhao Wins Award in Translation Exam
Latin III student Joseph Zhao ’28 won a cash award in the intermediate Secondary Division of the 2026 Classical Association of the Middle West and South International Latin Translation Exam.Read More -
Robotics Competes in Championship
Read MoreTeam 99331M, “Fowl Play,” earned the Design Award at the VEX V5 Robotics Tennessee Middle School State Championship. The award recognizes an organized and professional approach to the engineering design process, project and time management, and team organization. -
Summer Programs are Heating Up!
MUS offers a variety of Summer Programs designed to help current and future Owls build skills, explore educational and creative topics, and have a great time. Whether a student is seeking activities in academics, athletics, chess, or leadership, MUS will make summer fun and engaging!Read More -
Lower School Students Flourish in MathCounts
Lower School Owls shined among 150 students in this year’s University of Memphis MathCounts competition.Read More -
Robotics Competes at Home Tournament
Two Owl teams came away with awards during the Final Flight VEX Robotics Tournament at MUS on Saturday, February 28.Read More -
Ehrhart, ‘Owl’s Hoot’ Earn Top State Awards
“The Owl’s Hoot” student newspaper took first place in Best Overall Newspaper/Newsmagazine and Editor-in-Chief Brady Ehrhart ’26 was the top H.L. Hall Outstanding Student Journalist in the Tennessee High School Press Association Awards.Read More -
Robotics Wins Awards
Two Owls Robotics teams earned awards during the Love at First Bot VEX V5 Tournament at St. George’s on February 14.Read More -
Six Owls Place in Wordsmith
Read MoreSix Owls earned awards, including two first-place finishes, at the 2026 University of Memphis Wordsmith competition. -
Basketball Owls Host CBHS: Feb. 20
The Owls host Christian Brothers High School on Friday, February 20, with JV playing at 6 p.m., and varsity taking the court at 7:30 p.m. Don’t miss the varsity halftime Diaper Dash, featuring our alumni and faculty babies “racing” across the court!Read More -
Sign Up for Lower School Spring Golf: March 20
Tryouts for the Lower School spring golf team will be Wednesday-Thursday, March 25-26, at Irene Golf and Country Club. Complete details and instructions can be found HERE. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 20, 3:15 p.m.Read More -
Volunteer for Special Olympics Service: Feb. 28
Civic Service Organization is hosting a Special Olympics Festival on campus Saturday, February 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers are needed to supervise and officiate games of Spikeball, cornhole, soccer, kickball, and relay races for the athletes.Read More -
Help at Campus Food Distribution: Feb. 21
The Civic Service Organization is hosting a food distribution in the Humphreys Hall circle drive Saturday, February 21, 8:30-11 a.m. We will give away a week’s worth of groceries to hundreds of Memphis families in need. All MUS students, faculty, and families are invited to help.Read More -
Seal of Biliteracy Deadline: March 5
Seniors who have achieved proficiency in two or more languages may be eligible for the Seal of Biliteracy. The application deadline is Thursday, March 5.Read More -
Serve at More Than A Meal: Feb. 22
The Civic Service Organization will be cooking and serving lunch to the guests of More Than A Meal at Grace-St. Luke’s Episcopal Church (1720 Peabody Avenue) on Sunday, February 22, 2-5 p.m.Read More -
Sign Up for Lower School Spring Golf: March 20
Tryouts for the Lower School spring golf team will be Wednesday-Thursday, March 25-26, at Irene Golf and Country Club. Complete details and instructions can be found HERE. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 20, 3:15 p.m.Read More -
Sophomores: Complete Your Scoir Surveys
Sophomores need to complete their Class of 2028 sophomore-year college surveys in Scoir.Read More -
Volunteers Needed for Robotics Event: Feb. 27-28
Lower School VEX robotics teams will host the MUS Owls Final Flight VEX Tournament on Saturday, February 28, and volunteers are needed to set up and run the event. Instructor in Science Garrett Smithson needs adult and student volunteers for the many roles available. If you can assist, please sign up using this link for role descriptions and time slots.Read More -
Owls Honored with Scholastic Writing Awards
Owls captured awards in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, earning regional recognition for their writing.Read More -
Taylor Builds 3D Campus Model
Fletcher Taylor ’26 completed an independent study building a 3D model of the campus before construction began on the Arts and Sciences Center. Technical Director of Theater Robert Fudge was his advisor on the project, which took about 125 hours to complete.Read More
“I wanted to explore the intersection between real-world data, art, and physical products and use my skill in 3D modeling to create something useful,” Taylor said. -
College Meetings for Sophomores Begin!
College counselors are beginning to meet with sophomores during free periods to discuss summer plans and academic options for the next two years.Read More -
Fall Break Cultural Trip to Japan
MUS will host a cultural trip to Japan, and we are now accepting registrations. Open to rising juniors and seniors, the trip will run October 3-12, 2026.Read More -
Re-Enrollment Deadline: Feb. 6
Read MoreThank 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 February 6, 2026, to reserve your spot(s) for next year. After that date the deposit increases by $100. Your re-enrollment will be considered binding on May 1, 2026. See instructions HERE. -
Winter Weather, Owls Alerts
We are watching the weather forecast closely. If we must close campus Monday, we will send out an Owls Alert message no later than 2 p.m. Sunday. The boys have been instructed to take their books home Friday in case the inclement weather persists.Read More -
Owls Earn Scholastic Art Awards
Eight Owls earned a total of 10 Mid-South Scholastic Art Awards across three categories in the 2026 competition, highlighted by two Gold Awards. See their work HERE.Read More -
Sophomores, Apply for Youth Conference
Read MoreMUS can nominate two sophomores to represent the school and attend the HOBY Youth Leadership Tennessee conference, focusing on personal leadership, group leadership, and service leadership. The conference is June 5-7 at Vanderbilt University. -
Summer Fellowships Deadline: Feb. 17
MUS is honored to offer three opportunities to support students through fellowships for summer enrichment programs and grants to broaden opportunities for travel abroad experiences. Read about the fellowship details and instructions HERE. Application essays are due by Tuesday, February 17.Read More -
CSO Alcy Ball Project: Jan. 17
CSO volunteers will clear a vacant lot in the Alcy Ball neighborhood, then cook and serve hamburgers and hot dogs to the Alcy Ball neighbors, Saturday, January 17, 9 a.m. to noon.Read More -
CSO Center of Hope Project: Jan. 18
CSO will be cooking and serving lunch for the homeless residents of the Salvation Army Purdue Center of Hope on Sunday, January 18, 10 a.m. to noon. Everyone is invited to help feed our neighbors in need.Read More -
Headmaster Search Details, Survey Open Until Jan. 26
Upon Headmaster Pete Sanders’ announcement of his intention to retire at the end of the 2026-27 school year, Board of Trustees Search Committee Chair Margaret McLean has provided details of the process for selecting the next headmaster.Read More -
Register for Midwest College Tour by Jan. 23
Upper School students are invited to attend the Summer Midwest College Tour, May 26-29, 2026. Space is limited, and priority will be given to sophomores and juniors. Register by January 23.Read More -
Headmaster Sanders Announces Retirement
MUS Headmaster Peter D. Sanders has announced his retirement at the end of the 2026-27 school year after a decade at the helm of the independent school for 6th-12th grade boys.Read More -
Robotics Team Wins Innovate Award
Team 99331M – comprising, from left, Rishabh Bag ’30, Charlie Irwin ’30, Aaron Chiang ’29, Mac Wilson ’29, and Kareem Al Yousef ’31 – won the Innovate Award at the St. George’s Holiday Hustle VEX Robotics Tournament.Read More
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