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Welcome to Jerry Zucker Middle School
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April is Autism Awareness Month
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Walk for Autism

Students and staff participated in a Walk for Autism on World Autism Awareness Day, April 2, 2026. 

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State Testing is Coming

SC Alt - March 2-April 17

SC Ready

  • Writing - May 5
  • Math - May 6
  • Reading - May 12
  • Science (6th grade only) - May 13

End-of-Course (Biology 1 only) - May 18

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We Are JZMS!

At Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science, we are proud to support scholars and their families in developing the academic and personal skills necessary for college and career readiness, as outlined in the Profile of a South Carolina Graduate. Serving the North Charleston community, we offer both a zoned school program and a partial science magnet program designed to provide rigorous instruction in all core academic areas, while offering unique exploratory opportunities that foster curiosity and creativity.

At Zucker, we believe in the limitless potential of every scholar. Our decisions are driven by a commitment to rigorous instruction, meaningful relationships, and equitable support systems that cater to the diverse needs of all learners. It is our honor to serve this community every day, and we look forward to continuing to build strong partnerships between school and home.

Together, we will continue to fulfill our mission:

“Every Student, Every Day—No Exceptions, No Excuses.”

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Be the Spark!

JZMS Spark Pledge: 

Just as a spark creates a fire, so too can my choices ignite or extinguish my potential. I am in charge of my outcome. Today I choose success. I choose to be the spark.

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STEAM Program

Our growing STEAM program, which includes a dedicated STEAM teacher/coach and a fully equipped STEAM Makerspace, embeds innovation, creativity, and critical thinking across all disciplines.

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Clubs

Clubs provide a fun and engaging way for students to connect, learn, and grow. Students have a wide variety of clubs from which to choose, including 3D, Anime, Basketball, Board Games, Crafting, Dance, E-Sports, Environment, Fashion, K-Pop, Makerspace, Sewing, Spanish, Yoga and more! 

News & Announcements

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Art Contest Winners

Three ZMS students had their artwork selected as winners in the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network T-Shirt Contest: 8th graders Davaya Peterson and Jenelle Wright and 7th grader Aurora Boyd. Congratulations to these students and to art teacher Ms. Sage Lawson.

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STEAM Punk Night

Join us April 23 from 5:30-7:30pm for whole-family fun and learning at hands-on exploration stations in Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, and Math!

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Star Principal of the Year!

Congratulations to JZMS Principal Chris Haynes, who was recognized as one of six Star Principals of the Year for Charleston County School District!

Upcoming Events

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The faculty is very nice to the parents and seem to have a good handle on how to manage the kids and all the different personalities that come along with that. Parent of ZMS student

This school is very kind-hearted and lit. Forever Lightning!  Taniyah, Grade 8

The teachers go above and beyond.  Parent of ZMS student

This school is amazing!  Leighanna, ZMS Class of 2025