INCREDIBLE NEWS, FBMS FAMILY! ❤️

A HUGE THANK YOU to Pace Flooring for donating ALL the carpet for our auditorium!

We are one BIG step closer to making this dream a reality! We now have only $4,000 left to cover installation costs to have Phase 1 ready by December 1!

Also, two local companies have generously donated their time and professional expertise, providing services valued at $17,000!

* SLR Acoustical Consultants — Sound acoustic engineering analysis

* RO — LiDAR imaging and blueprint map updates

SLR conducted an acoustical analysis on October 15, 2026, and confirmed that no major updates are needed, just a few minor recommendations.

A huge thank-you to all companies for sharing their expertise and supporting our local initiative.

The FBMS Legacy Fund was created in September 2026 with unanimous support from the FBMS Principal De Castro & FBMS PTO Leadership Board to support improvements to the Frank Black Middle School.

This year: THE AUDITORIUM

Every donation brings us one step closer to making this project a reality!

Our goal is to complete Phase 1 by December 2026, so students can enjoy an improved space for moving-on ceremonies, NJHS inductions, sports awards, and other special school events.

Phase 2 is a more ambitious renovation planned for summer 2027. Our goals are to repair, sand, and repaint all 845 auditorium chairs, as well as improve the sound booth and stage lighting.

Together, we can create a lasting space that benefits generations of Panthers. Let’s leave a legacy at FBMS!

If your company is willing to help we also have permanent plaques. Please reach out!

LEGACY PARTNER — $5,000+

Prominent permanent plaque in the auditorium recognizing your company as a Legacy Partner.

GOLD PARTNER — $3,000

Permanent recognition in the auditorium as a Gold Partner.

SILVER PARTNER — $1,500

Permanent recognition on the Legacy donor wall.

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Fun fact: Did you know that the FBMS Auditorium is where the famous alumni Patrick Swayze got his 1st leading role in acting?  That's right in the production of "Carousel".  Swayze also attended S.P. Waltrip High School.

Scope of work:

Phase 1 work:

- Remove old carpeting & transition rails 

      (to be complete by the FBMS Dads Club)

- Prep the floor for new carpet installation

      (to be complete by the FBMS Dads Club)

- Install 4,500 sq*ft of new carpeting

       (to be completed by qualified installers)

Phase 2

-Repair, sand, and stain/paint all 845 auditorium chairs

-Paint the walls

- Replace / Repair 22 light bulbs over the audience chairs w/ dimmable LED's

- Repair / restrain the side wall acoustic dampening slats

 - Finishing the acoustic panels on the back wall from 2020

- Remove & Build a new sound / stage booth in the rear of the auditorium

- Follow recommendations for addition acoustic dampening to better sound quality by industry experts

(All to be complete by the FBMS Dads Club)