Below you will find information about all middle school information nights hosted by Olympia School District schools. If you are looking for additional school-specific information or details on some of our Choice Programs that live within these schools, simply scroll down to the associated school.
Middle School Information Nights:
- Jefferson Middle School: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 6 - 7 p.m.
- Olympia Regional Learning Academy: Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 6 p.m.
- Reeves Middle School: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 6-7 p.m.
- Thurgood Marshall Middle School: Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 6 - 7 p.m.
- Washington Middle School: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 6-7 p.m.
If you live outside the service area of any of our middle schools (listed below) and are considering transferring, please visit the Olympia School District website to complete the necessary transfer request form.
Please Note: The transfer request form for the 2026-27 school year will be available on Monday, February 2, 2026.
Jefferson Middle School
Jefferson Middle School will host an information night about the Jefferson Accelerated Math and Science (JAMS) program. The mission of the JAMS program is to foster creativity and critical thinking while meeting the social and emotional needs of adolescents seeking extra academic challenges. JAMS is an optional program that requires a completed application to be considered.
JAMS Information Night
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 6 p.m.
JMS Library (2200 Conger Ave NW)
JAMS enrollment information and materials
Important JAMS Dates:
- February 10, 2026: JAMS Information Night 6 - 7 p.m.
- March 13, 2026: Applications due by 4 p.m.
- March 20, 2026: Seat offers to families at 4 p.m.
- March 27, 2026: Responses to seat offer due by 4 p.m.
Have additional questions? Please contact:
Lindsay Welsh
Jefferson MS Assistant Principal
(360) 596-3200
Olympia Regional Learning Academy (ORLA)
Is your student interested in a smaller, academically focused and more personalized middle school experience? Middle School Academy might be a good fit! Our MSA Information Meetings will cover key aspects of our program, including block scheduling, integrated subjects, monthly field trips, and personalized schedules.
Attendance at an MSA Information Meeting is the first step to pursue enrollment in our program. Currently, the following information meetings are available (listed below). Please attend the one that works best for your family’s schedule. Caregivers and students are welcome to attend these meetings.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 6 p.m.
In-person / On-campus Information Meeting. This meeting is highly recommended.
We will have general information about our program, building tours provided by MSA students, and parent and student representatives from our program available to answer questions.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 6 p.m.
This is a Zoom meeting. General information about the program will be shared, and there will be an opportunity to ask questions.
Important MSA Dates:
- March 13, 2026: Applications due by 4 p.m.
- March 20, 2026: Seat offers to families at 4 p.m.
- March 27, 2026: Responses to seat offer due by 4 p.m.
Reeves Middle School
Parents and guardians, we are excited to invite you to the Fifth Grade Information Night on Wednesday, March 18, from 6 to 7 p.m. Join us for an engaging evening where you will hear from our principals and counselor, meet our teachers, and explore our school as you walk through the halls.
Reeves Middle School is a small school with a big heart. Our close community centers on student voice, belonging, and strong relationships. The arts are a vibrant part of daily life at Reeves, with meaningful opportunities in music and drama that allow students to discover their talents. Our dedicated staff is committed to supporting the whole child, academically, socially, and emotionally. We would love the chance to share what makes Reeves such a special place. We do not offer private tours, so please mark your calendar for March 18 and join us for this special evening.
Please Note: Reeves Middle School is not a lottery school. Students who live within the Reeves attendance area are automatically enrolled at Reeves, where the RAMS program is offered to all students.
Reeves Arts and Music School (RAMS)
Thurgood Marshall Middle School
On Wednesday, February 4, Thurgood Marshall Middle School (TMMS) will host an Information Night for the TMMS Citizen Science Institute (CSI). This Optional Program requires a completed application to be considered for the lottery.
CSI Information Night
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
TMMS Cafeteria (3939 20th Avenue NW)
Info night will begin right after the Regional Elementary Orchestra and Band concert at TMMS
Below you will find all the necessary details for completing the application, as well as the location, date, and time for the information night:
Important CSI Dates:
- February 4, 2026: CSI information night
- March 13, 2026: CSI applications due
- March 16, 2026: CSI lottery
- March 20, 2026: Lottery results emailed to families
- March 27, 2026: Deadline for families to accept a seat by 4 p.m.
Washington Middle School
We’re excited to invite you to Washington Middle School’s Fifth Grade Parent Night on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 6-7 p.m. This night is a great opportunity to learn how we support all learners. We've got something for everyone, from intervention classes designed to provide students with additional support to advanced classes that offer greater depth and complexity.
You’ll also hear from our teachers representing different subjects and electives, and get an insider’s look at the sports and clubs that make our middle school unique. WMS is an exceptional school, and we can’t wait to share all the incredible opportunities we offer. We hope to see you on Wednesday, March 11!
Please Note: Washington Middle School is not a lottery school. Students who live within the Washington attendance area are automatically enrolled at WMS.