First Flight Middle School PTO

10/15/2026

Thanks to the generosity of sponsors like Kellogg Supply Company , the FFMS PTO is able to support incredible programs like our FFMS Theatre Program through classroom and program grants! 🎭❤️

Sometimes, the impact of these opportunities goes far beyond the stage.

We wanted to share a heartfelt testimonial about the difference participating in a school play made in one student's life. It's a wonderful reminder of why these programs matter and how the support of our community makes a lasting difference.

Thank you, Kellogg Supply Company for helping make experiences like this possible!

Read the full testimonial below! ⬇️

Harper Swiger (currently a Senior at FFHS)
I never expected something as simple as a middle school play to change the direction of my life. At the time, it just felt like a way to try something new after moving in seventh grade. When I auditioned for The Lion King Jr., I was not thinking about the future. I had never seen myself as a performer, and I definitely did not imagine landing a role with real responsibility. But Mr. Buford saw something I did not. He handed me the script for Zazu, and with it he handed me a version of myself I had not discovered yet.

Stepping into that role opened more than just a new experience. Playing Zazu was the first time I felt the thrill of stepping into the arts. It was not just memorizing lines or learning blocking. It felt like discovering a door I had not noticed before, and realizing it had been waiting for me to open it. Mr. Buford trusted me with a character full of humor and energy, which had surprised me. It made me feel seen in a way I had not expected and planted a seed of confidence I did not know I needed. A seed that would keep growing long after middle school.

Looking back, being cast as Zazu seems like such a small moment. But it changed everything. It gave me a passion, a community, and a sense of purpose. The gratitude I feel for Mr. Buford’s belief in me, for his kindness, and for the way he shaped not just my voice but also my character continues to guide who I am as a leader, a musician, and a person.

10/13/2026

🎃 We need a few BOO-tiful FFMS PTO volunteers! 👻
The FFMS Halloween Dance, Sponsored by the PTO, is coming up, and we need your help to make it a frightfully fun night! 🕸️🪩
We’re looking for:
👻 Chaperones to help keep the ghosts and ghouls in check
🍫 Snack donations to keep our monsters fueled
🎃 Volunteers to help make the night a success
Whether you can give your time, treats—or both, we’d love your help!
🗓️ Friday, October 23
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 First Flight Middle School
Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/doNdOXU
No tricks—just treats, dancing, and a whole lot of middle school fun.

10/09/2026

We’re lucky to have businesses and community members like Untucked who recognize the value of investing in our local schools!

Thank you to Dave Facenda and the Untucked team for supporting FFMS students and helping make our entire community stronger. We couldn’t agree more with Dave’s words—when our schools thrive, our whole community benefits!

Thank you for being part of what makes the Outer Banks so special!

10/04/2026

Prefer to direct your support toward a specific need? We’d love to help you choose an item from our FFMS wish list! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2UFEJH777D70X?ref_=wl_share

10/01/2026

We think supporting our schools is pretty special-but don't just take our word for it!

Hear from Kara and Jacob Dehus, owners of Harmony Cabinets about why supporting FFMS mattters to their business and our community.

09/29/2026

09/27/2026

Our hospitality committee was at it again!
💙 The September Teacher Treat was courtesy of Lighthouse Bagels and Deli ! Thank you teachers and staff for guiding our students through a successful September!

09/25/2026

📚Sponsor Spotlight: Super Wings! 💙

A big thank you to Super Wings for their generous support of FFMS PTO!

Because of the support of our amazing community sponsors, PTO is able to help create meaningful experiences for our students and teachers throughout the year — and our Summer Reading celebration is just one example!

Students who participated in the Summer Reading Program were celebrated with an ice cream party, and five students got to choose gift cards as special reading rewards. 🎉📖

Thank you, Super Wings, for investing in our FFMS community and helping us do more for our students and staff! 💙

09/18/2026

💙FEEL GOOD FRIDAY! 💙

Ending the week with one of our favorite kinds of updates—seeing PTO funding turn into engaging, meaningful learning experiences for FFMS students!

A pretty great way to head into the weekend. 💙

Thank you to our families, community partners, and sponsors who help make these opportunities possible!