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WMS Demons

From the Office of Mrs. Kennedy

Be your best.

Do your best.

Grow even better.

This week we are celebrating our GPS Paraeducators. We appreciate our paraeducators daily, but we are making a special effort to celebrate them this week. Our schools would not be able to function without the support and dedication of our paraeducators.

Our paraeducators support our students, our staff, and our school community. They work hard to give their best every day. Our paraeducators care very much for our students and their success.

Please shout out to our paraeducators today and every day!

Event Information

WMS Track Pictures

Student-athletes need to bring their uniforms for pictures.

When?

Tuesday, Apr 4, 2023, 03:45 PM

Where?

Washington Middle School Gym

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WMS Demon 22-23 Yearbooks

WMS yearbooks are for sale! Get your's now by click on the link above!

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Mr. Hopfauf's Dance Moves

Mr. Hopfauf has some serious dance moves! All our teachers have unique and exceptional dance moves. They use them to help support our students' academic, social, and emotional growth.

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Our 6th-graders Art Project

If you have been following our Facebook page, we have shared the steps our 6th-graders have taken to pick an object, enlarge the size, create the object using paper mache', and paint it. Here are the finishing projects!

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Luck of the irish

Luck comes to us in many ways at WMS. One of the ways is by sharing the joy our preschoolers bring to our school community. They share their creativity through artwork in our hallways. Our 6th-8th grade students volunteer to spend time in the preschool classroom to support the learning of our preschoolers, develop relationships, and spread kindness. Thanks to Mrs. Sackman, Mrs. Corbett, and Ms. Lighter for sharing the joy of our preschoolers with the WMS Community.

Counselor's Corner with Mrs. Nissley

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Spring is a busy time for our students and teachers. Not only are we planning for class field trips and end-of-the-year projects, we also have our state-mandated and district testing happening this time of the year. Parents play a crucial role in helping their children do their best on these tests. Having a positive attitude and encouraging your child to work hard is critical for students to take the tests seriously and put in the required effort. Other helpful things parents can do are to make sure their child gets a good night's sleep and plenty of rest. A good breakfast is also beneficial in fueling their brain and helping them have the energy and brain power they need.

If your child struggles with test anxiety, work with them on practicing relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and a focus on positive thoughts. Have a conversation with them about taking their time and reading through the questions thoroughly. These tests are not timed. Students are given adequate time to complete these assessments as long as they are productive and working.

Our spring test schedule is as follows:

State Mandated Testing

Smarter Balanced Math

Grade 6 March 28-30

Grade 7 April 11-13

Grade 8 April 11-13

Smarter Balanced ELA

Grade 6 May 1-3

Grade 7 May 1-3

Grade 8 April 3-5

Smarter Balanced Science

Grade 8 April 18-19

MAST pilot

Grade 7 ELA April 17

Math April 18

District Testing

Fastbridge

Grades 6-8 April 25-26

Fun Friday is Off and Running!

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WMS provides a positive and engaging social option for students who DO NOT need to attend Friday School. It is called Fun Friday. Fun Friday is from 8:00-11:00 on Fridays we have school. It is an optional opportunity for students who:

Have a C or higher in all their courses

At the time of sign-up and throughout the week of Fun Friday

Follow expectations in WMS Student/Parent Handbook
Students need to attend from 8:00-11:00.
A permission slip must be signed and turned in for each student to attend.

The permission slip only needs to be signed and completed one time.

If you would like more details, please check out Fun Friday Information!

Did you Know?

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JES, LES, and WMS are partnering with DCHCC in a coin drive for the Glendive Splash Park. The money gathered will go to resurfacing the splash pad.

Many of our students have created many memories at the splash pad. Now, it this one way our students can give back to their community.

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From the Desk of Mr. Swanson

One question on my mind lately while watching world events unfold is, “How can others stand by and let this happen?” This led me to think of our own communities and schools. How often do we as individuals see something which we recognize as inappropriate, yet we say nothing? If we took the time to examine our day-to-day interactions, we’d be surprised by the number of opportunities neglected to make a stand for change. Opportunities to champion the underdog in the face of adversity.

We use the term upstander here at Washington Middle School. I’m not sure that everyone has a firm grasp of what that term means. An upstander is someone who, when they see something wrong, stands up for what’s right. An upstander is someone who protects the innocent. An upstander is someone who supports those who are in the right even when the majority is moving in the opposite direction.

I want to put a challenge out there to all community members. Why not be an upstander? If you see something, then say something. If we want a community that we can be proud of, each and every one of us needs to hold one another accountable for behaviors, beliefs, and actions.

WMS Calendar

Get the scoop on all that is happening at WMS.

22-23 WMS Student/Parent Handbook

Please read and go over with your child.

22-23 WMS Activities Handbook

If your child is participating in a sport at WMS, please read and go over with your child.