WMS DRAMA DEPARTMENT BAKE SALE

Wanna be known as a patron of the arts? The thespians and technicians of WMS and their spring production of Shrek Jr, have made it easy for you! They are hosting a bake sale during Parent/Teacher conferences Friday, March 3 from 7:30-10:30 am. Come by and get some coffee or tea and a breakfast treat. You can buy some to take to the teachers, too!! ;) You can help this production be as OGRE-sized as it needs to be…

(if you would like to make a donation to the cause, please visit the Sign-Up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e4aafaf23aafe3-wmstheatre/5836803#/)

WMS Shoe Collection

Do you have old sneakers at home that you’ve outgrown? Instead of throwing them away — you should DONATE THEM! As part of Williamsburg’s commitment to sustainability, we are now collecting athletic shoes in room 233. Shoes in decent condition will be donated to those in need, while everything else will be recycled. See Mr. Sundwick with any questions.

WMS Best Buddies Club

The WMS Best Buddies Club needs your help! From now until March 8th, Best Buddies is collecting “care items” to help those in need. Check-out the posters hanging around the school for a complete list of items that you can donate. Collection bins are located outside of the cafeteria, library, and auditorium. Thanks, buddy!

WMS Lunch & Learn Series

We will have a lunch and learn series with our Substance Abuse Counselor, Ms. Sexton.

The link doesn't work in the flyer so you can use this link.

And remember, if you are in crisis, take action! If someone you care about is in crisis, take action!

You have options:

* Call 9-1-1

*Go to the nearest emergency room at your local hospital 

*Call Arlington Emergency Mental Health 703-228-5160

*Go to In Crisis/ Need Help Now? on the APS website for important phone numbers, tips for students and families, and links to emergency information. 

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Showcase 

Date: Tuesday 2/28, 6-8pm @ Arlington Career Center

Audience: K-12 students/families. 

Purpose: To showcase, celebrate and raise awareness about the middle and high school CTE programs across APS, including course pathways, postsecondary benefits & associated careers. 

After opening remarks, the event will be open-house style, where families can learn about the CTE programs across APS. Teachers will have booths set up with information & demonstrations/coursework samples. We will have interpreters available for families. Food will be provided for attendees. Families can register here

WMS Magnets Available

WMS families, we have magnets available for purchase. We are in the process of setting up a store but in the mean time, send me an email at president@wmspta.org to pay and schedule a pick up.

$5 cash or check (for now)

Gifted Services Information

Want to see how our awesome teachers are providing differentiation for your child(ren)? Our Quarterly Differentiation Report is ready for your viewing pleasure! The 2nd quarter report can be found by selecting this link: https://williamsburg.apsva.us/differentiation-reports/ or by visiting our website-> WMS ->select the Teachers/Departments tab -> Gifted Services-> Differentiation Reports. 

If you are looking for ideas for your kiddo(s) this summer, you can visit our Summer Camp/ Opportunities website. Almost all camps are currently accepting registrations. This comprehensive list is sure to appeal to your child(ren)’s interests!https://williamsburg.apsva.us/summer-enrichment-opportunities/

Does your child want to look through book recommendations, see what clubs are available at WMS, visit a virtual museum, or read educational tweets from vetted organizations such as NASA? Have them go to our “Student Resources” page on our gifted services website by going to the WMS homepage ->Teachers/Departments->Gifted Services->Student Resources or by using this link:https://williamsburg.apsva.us/student-resources-page/. They can “bookmark” this page on their iPads for easy access in the future.

PTA Membership and Activity Fee Reminder

Activity fees are what fund the fun events at WMS.  If you haven’t already, please consider donating today and joining the PTA. We are below 40% participation and would love to go well over that if possible. PS your grade level funds roll over and stick with your grade as well.

8th grade families, our students didn't get a big end of elementary school celebration. If more families don't participate, we won't be able to have a middle school ones as well. Currently only 102 of 267 families have paid. That's only 38%. I encourage you to contribute if you can. Unsure if you've already paid? Please feel to email Melissa Mathews. Did you also see the promotion is scheduled already?!

Activity fees are what fund the fun events at WMS.  If you haven’t already, please consider donating today and joining the PTA. We are below 40% participation and would love to go well over that if possible. PS your grade level funds roll over and stick with your grade as well.

http://wmspta.org/pta-membership/

Help WMS Fill Our Volunteer Needs

Back to School Teacher Breakfast - Needed for August 2023 - Solicit volunteers, donations, and purchases for back to school teacher breakfast. Drop items off at school and set up breakfast.

PALS Day Coordinator - Needed for August 2023 - Solicit volunteers, donations, and purchases of doughnuts and water for PALS Day. Drop off items at school and man the doughnut table with additional volunteers. 

Schools Supplies Coordinator - Late Spring 2023/Late Summer 2023 - Work with vendor to order supplies, once delivered, solicit volunteers to open boxes, and deliver to correct classrooms before PALS day in August.

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Link Your Harris Teeter Grocery Card

Don't forget to link your grocery card numbers! Harris Teeter requires re-linking with your school each year. Our linked numbers are low so you may not have re-linked your cards for this year. It's easy and a great way for WMS to earn extra money. Learn how below:

Harris Teeter - VIC Card Shoppers:

Go to Harris Teeter's Together in Education website and sign into your HT account. Click on "Link Your School Today." Then enter the Williamsburg Middle School ID: 4926. 

Don't have your VIC card number? Call 800-432-6111