Eagles' Nest
Family edition - December 2018
Principal's Message
WMS Families,
As we enter the final few weeks of the semester and family schedules become full with extra curricular and holiday activities, we would like to help you reinforce good habits, which include routines for homework, studying, screen time, and bed times. All of these factors will contribute to the overall health and happiness of your child! Here is a link for some easy tips for this busy time of year!
As we reflect on the first semester, students really enjoy having two electives! Some choose something they love to do, some choose something they've always wanted to try, but either way, the wider selection we offer helps tailor the middle school experience to discover who they are as young adults! Also, the rollout of the chromebooks has been wonderful. Teachers report having more instructional time because the chromebooks are always ready to go! Kids have done an exceptional job of taking care of them as they travel from class to class!
Finally, I would like to thank our PTO for finding money in the budget for our new laminator! It was desperately needed and we are SO THANKFUL for having a new one!
Dr. Justin Reynolds
Principal
Twitter: @wmsreynolds
email: reynoldsj@msdr9.org
Upcoming Events at WMS
12/10 - 12/14 - Change for Change (see details below)
12/11 - Choir Concert @ Nottlemann 7pm
12/12 - PTO Snack Attack (before 8th hour)
12/18 - Band Concert @ Nottlemann 7pm
12/20 and 12/21 - Semester 1 Finals (see schedule below)
12/21 - Semester 1 ends
12/24 - 1/3 - Winter Break!
For the complete WMS calendar, click here.
See the district student calendar here.
WMS Yearbooks on Sale!
Order online through March 1st here using the code 33626C.
Additional order forms are available in the flyer rack outside the main office.
Please write your student's 4th hour teacher on the order form.
Finals Schedule
On those days, we will have special schedules to accommodate finals:
Dec. 20 (full day) - Finals in hours 1, 3, 5, 7
Dec. 21 (half day) - Finals in hours 2, 4, 6, 8
December's Eagles of the Month!
Students can check grades, too!
1.) Click this link https://sis.mehlville.k12.mo.us/ml
2.) Click the "Student" Tab (make sure you're not on Staff or Parent)
3.) Input the Student Username into the first box (example John Smith's username is 123SmithJ. Don't use their full email address
4.) Input the Student Password into the second box (by default it is their date of birth, John Smith's birthday is January 22, 2000, so he would use 012200)
5.) Press the log in button
Pro tip: bookmark it for easy access in the future!
MAP Scores Available in Parent Portal
More details have to be worked out at the state level regarding school, district, and state data, but when we receive more information, we will be sure to let you know.
If you have any questions about the MAP, please feel free to contact your child's counselor Katie Row (7th and 8th grade) or Tina Cummings (6th grade). If you need access to Parent Portal, please contact our main office at 314-467-7600.
From the PTO!
We would like to have an adult Trivia Night in the spring. Are you interested in helping on the planning committee? You do not need to chair the event, simply be on a planning committee. Please email pichajennie@gmail.com if you are interested in helping. No experience necessary!
Save the date for Friday, February 8 for Student Trivia Night - a night for students to test their trivia skills!!
Thank you for helping us enhance our students' WMS experience!
For more info, check out our website!
If you have any questions contact PTO President Jennie Picha, pichajennie@gmail.com
Parent Pick-up
Advisory Schedule Adjustment Starts 2nd Semester
STEAM-y Activities for Families
STEM tips for the Holidays
http://www.canr.msu.edu/news/stem_for_the_holidays
Fireworks in a Jar
Follow WMS on Social Media!
Follow us on Twitter (@WashMiddle) and Instagram (@WashMiddle), like our Facebook page and use our hashtag #WMSEaglesSoar to highlight your children or events!
Email: reynoldsj@msdr9.org
Website: http://mehlvillewashingtonmiddle.ss11.sharpschool.com/
Location: 5165 Ambs Road, St. Louis, MO, United States
Phone: 314-467-7600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WashMiddle1
Twitter: @washmiddle