Northside Middle

School Mission Statement

Our mission is to establish a strong foundation for life-long learning by preparing students to achieve their maximum potential.

School Facts

• The gymnasium is named after Homer B. Hobbs, former principal.
• All Houston County junior highs became middle schools in 1991 serving grades 6-8.  From 1971-1990, the school served grades 7-9.

School Awards

• 1991: Georgia School of Excellence
• 2009: Title I Distinguished School and made adequate yearly progress for three consecutive years.
• 2024: Georgia Department of Education Mathematics Leader Banner for 8th Grade Algebra Growth

School Principal History

• 1970-1984: Homer B. Hobbs
• 1984-1988: Dr. Harold L. Chapman
• 1989-2004: Andrea A. Jordan
• 2004-2009: Ed Mashburn
• 2009-2020: Jan Melnick
• 2020-2023: Dustin Dykes
• 2023-Current: Alma Mundy

Completed School Improvements and Renovations

• 1972: 10 Classroom Addition
• 1986: Gymnasium Addition
• 2000: Roof Replacement
• 2004: 20 Classroom, Kitchen and Gymnasium Entrance Additions
• 2007: Competition Bleachers Addition
• 2008: Paving Improvements
• 2022: HVAC Upgrades