October 2024

Student Council (StuCo)

The mission of WTMC Student Council is to create a school where everyone belongs, knows how to support their peers, and has a chance to use their voice for positive change. Also coordinates school events like homecoming and prom. Everyone is welcome to join and we are always accepting new members throughout the year!

Meets 3:30 - 4:30pm on Tuesdays in the WCC Community Room (SC 105)

Advisors: Ms. Kaplan, Ms. Vanhala & Ms. Glupker

Subscribe to the StuCo Google Calendar to stay up-to-date on events.

Spirit Week

Celebrate homecoming week Monday, Sept. 30 to Friday, Oct. 4 and follow the themes to show your school spirit.

Monday: Iconic Duo Day

You and your friends can dress as your favorite iconic duo, trio, etc! (Ex: SpongeBob and Patrick)

Tuesday: Decades Day (1990s & 2000s)

Throwback to the 1990s & 2000s! Show off your style from these iconic decades.

Wednesday: College Day

Show support for a college/university by wearing their colors or apparel!

Thursday: Hawaiian Shirt/Tropical Day

Go for a tropical vibe with your favorite Hawaiian or bright, beachy shirts!

Friday: Spooky Day!!!!

Get into the Halloween spirit by wearing your spookiest outfits! (Please remember to wear school appropriate attire. This means no costumes or masks.)

Ticket sales end Sept. 30!

Peer-to-Peer Mental Health Club

Learn about mental health resources to support a healthier school.

Meets Tuesdays as part of Student Council.

Advisor: Ms. Kaplan

Yearbook Club

A team of students working to develop, design, and publish a school yearbook.

Meets Thursdays, 3:45 - 4:30 in TI 231

Advisors: Mr. Linford & Mr. O’Brien

Make-up Picture Day

For any WTMC student that was not able to attend the September yearbook picture day, there is a make-up day scheduled for Friday, October 18 in Garrett’s Restaurant (SC 132) from 10:00am – 12:00pm. Use the attached link to sign-up for a time in advance. These photos will be used in the WTMC Yearbook.

Note that there are no WTMC classes on this day, but photographs will still be offered.

Any student not photographed during the September photo day or the October make-up day will have their WCC student ID picture used in the yearbook.

National Honor Society (NHS)

An academic and service organization open to 2nd-year students and older who meet requirements. Meetings begin in September by invitation.

Advisor: Mr. Linford

NHS Study Space

NHS Study Space offers tutoring and help with assignments. Our goal: help students succeed in school and achieve their best.

How does Study Space work? View our slideshow!

Does Study Space have tutoring resources? Yes!

Can I schedule an appointment? Absolutely!

Fall Hours

Wednesday & Thursday: 3:00-4:00 in TI 128

Virtual Friday: 3:00-4:00 via Google Meet

FIRST Robotics - Strange Quarks

Design, build, and improve a robot for competition against other schools. Any experience is welcome. Starts in mid-October.

Advisors: Mr. Tuttle & Mr. Hines

Writing Club

A safe, social environment for young writers to share their work and inspire others to do the same.

Writing Club produces an anthology of student work every year, released in the spring.

Meets Tuesdays after school in TI 125.

Advisor: Ms. Zdyrko

WTMC Ultimate

An exciting team field sport open to all students. Meets Mondays and Wednesdays at the WCC athletic fields.

Advisor: Mr. Rosewig

Science Olympiad

Study and compete in a variety of science topics and activities. All are welcome.

Meets Thursdays 4:00 - 5:00pm in LA 111.

Advisor: Mr. Mullaney

NEW CLUB! Earth & Space Science Club

Mission: The Earth & Space Science Club welcomes individuals who are eager to explore solar, space, climate, and Earth sciences! Our mission is to deepen our understanding of these topics through hands-on experiences and citizen science projects, while developing essential skills for future careers in science.

The club's projects include participating in the U of M SunRISE Ground Radio Lab and coaching middle school students in the Middle School Science Olympiad.

Meets Thursdays, 3:00 - 4:00 in LA 124

Advisor: Mr. Long

Join ESS Club!

Volunteering Opportunity: Knitwits

Knitwits is a volunteer opportunity to knit squares that we will turn into scarves and blankets to be donated to a local shelter!

Meets Wednesdays after school in TI 125.

Advisor: Mr. Gilpin

Food and Farm Club

Love gardening, spending time outside? Have a passion for cooking? We grow, prepare, and eat food in this club!

What's up in the garden?

Recently in the hoop house we’ve been harvesting tomatoes, eggplants, peppers, tomatillos, and herbs. Our goal for October is to work on mulching a little, and in the kitchen we plan on making salsa and quick pickles.

Meets Wednesdays 3:20 - 4:45 in the Hoop House / TI 126.

Advisor: Ms. Babe

WTMC eSports

Free Play

Play video games and meet other gamers in the WCC eSports Arena! All students welcome!

Meets Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30 in the WCC eSports Arena - TI 239

Advisor: Dr. Riley

Rainbow Room

A safe social space to meet and celebrate LGBTQIA+ lives and identities. All students welcome.

October is Queer history month! Celebrate and learn about queer history all through October with us at our normal meeting time.

Meets Wednesdays 3:40 - 4:40 in TI 228.

Advisor: Ms. Becker

Figure Skating Club

Mission: WTMC's Figure Skating club wants to bring together skaters of all levels to create a passion for figure skating students while creating team memories.

Kick-off Skate!

We're hosting a Figure Skating Club kick-off event on October 19, 6:30- 8:00pm at Veterans Memorial Park Ice Arena and Pool. This event is covered by WTMC except for skate rental which is $3. Invite your friends to skate!

Advisor: Ms. Coleman

WTMC Library & Library Club

Love books and reading? Want a voice in the WTMC library?

Meets Thursdays after school in TI 228.

Advisor: Ms. Gedeon

WTMC Music Society

Meets Mondays 4:00 - 5:00 pm in the Morris Lawrence building, room MLB 156. Prior musical experience is preferred, must have your own instrument and a basic familiarity with it.

Advisors: Mr. O'Brien and WCC instructor, Steve Somers

Email the club for more info!

HOSA

For Future Health Professionals! HOSA gives students the chance to explore healthcare careers, participate in competitions, and connect with experts in the medical field. Whether you're passionate about becoming a healthcare professional or just curious to learn more, HOSA offers opportunities for everyone.

Meets Thursdays at 3:30 in TI 125.

Contact Deanna Benyo to join.

This month, the WTMC chapter of HOSA is participating in the HOSA Gift of Life Challenge to encourage organ donation.

MIST

An interscholastic competition celebrating Muslim culture and history. All students welcome. Starts in December.

Advisor: Mr. Rosewig

Math Club

A group of students exploring mathematical concepts and competing in state and national contests. Chapter of the Mu Theta Alpha mathematics honors society. All math levels welcome.

Meets Fridays 4:00 - 5:00 in TI 228.

American Mathematics Competition

The Club is preparing to compete in the American Mathematics Competition contests in November. The AMC is the preeminent math competition for students to build problem-solving skills and mathematical knowledge.

Advisor: Mr. Linford

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