WBMS Friday Notes
August 21st-25
Reflections from Ms. Perkins
We had so much fun learning about and experiencing the Great American Eclipse this week! We listened to sun and moon themed music throughout the day, chewed Eclipse gum, enjoyed a surprise staff eclipse reenactment in addition to viewing the amazing spectacle of the eclipse itself. Thank you to all the parents who joined us for the excitement! Additionally, thank you to the sixth grade parents and guardians who participated in Curriculum Night this week. Building strong bonds between home and school is an essential element to the positive growth and well-being of our students. I continue to feel extremely fortunate to spend my days with your students – they are inquisitive, enthusiastic, and kind. Thank you for sending them ready to learn each day. Enjoy your weekend.
In collaboration,
Rebecca Williams Perkins
Principal, Webb Bridge Middle School
Dates To Remember
Aug 30- Parent University- 6th grade- Device Info @ 6:00-7:00pm
Aug 31- College Colors Day
Sept 1- Release Day- No school for students
Sept 4- Labor Day Holiday - No school
Sept 5- South Georgia Trip Information Meeting @ 6:00pm (8th Grade Parents)
Sept 6- Soccer at Elkins Pointe @ 5:30
Sept 7- Last day of 4.5 weeks
Sept 7- 6th Grade Dance
Sept 8- 6th Grade Chorus Camp
Attention 8th Grade Parents- South Georgia Trip Parent Meeting
There will be South Georgia trip informational meeting for parents on Tuesday, September 5, at 6:00 PM in the gym.
Your attendance is greatly encouraged.
Parent University- 6th grade Parents
In response to feedback, we are hosting Parent Device Nights to help parents assist students with school technology. On this evening, staff members will teach common Surface troubleshooting techniques, common issues students encounter when using their Surface, how to access and work with Edmodo, and how to access and work with OneNote. We ask that interested parents bring their student’s charged Surface device and log in, so the evening’s learning is hands on. Please note the date for the 6th grade evening has changed:
Wednesday, August 30th – 6th grade Parent Device Night 6:00 -7:00
Please let us know if you are planning on attending this event using this link
We will be hosting Parent Nights each month on various topics to continue to build strong bridges between school and home.
SOS- Signs of Suicide Prevention
We will be presenting the Signs of Suicide Prevention Program again this year to all 6th grade students and 7th and 8th grade students new to WBMS. A parent information/opt-out letter will go home with the 4 1/2 week Interim Progress Report.
If you do not want your child to participate, please complete the opt out letter and turn it in to a teacher.
Tina Mathewson, 6th Grade Counselor
Leslie Nuckolls, 7th Grade Counselor
Anne Ramsey, 8th Grade Counselor
Get your yearbook!
Yearbooks on Sale Now! The 2017-2018 Webb Bridge Middle School yearbooks are already on sale at www.jostensyearbooks.com. Enjoy the Back-to-School special price of $40 and 4 free icons with personalization when you order before August 25th! Pre-orders will be available through April, but this is the lowest price of the year.
Intramurals Start August 30th
Click HERE for all Intramural Forms
Intramurals will be offered in the mornings from 7:45 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. The schedule will be posted outside the gym by the PE white board as dates and activities can vary based on coach availability, gym availability, student interest and student behavior.
Students who come for intramurals must have a current Intramural Registration Form and a physical on file with Coach Sell and must dress out.
ALL STUDENT WHO COME FOR INTRAMURALS MUST BE DRESSED OUT AND IN THE GYM BY 7:55.
Intramural Activities
Check the PE board for specific Weekly Activities. These can change due to weather and participation. Intramural Activities include:
- Indoor Basketball
- Team Handballl
- Soccer
- Hockey
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Pinguard, etc
Soccer Tryouts
Jr Raider Basketball Tryouts
Come tryout for the Jr Raider competitive basketball teams. Tryouts will be held on Sept. 10, 17 and 24. Visit our websites to learn more and register online prior to the first tryout. Players must live in the Alpharetta High School attendance zone.
Boys (5th - 8th grade teams): www.jrraiderbasketball.com
Girls (6th - 8th grade teams): www.ahsjrladyraiders.org
Jr. Raider Baseball- 13u
Are you interested in being a Jr. Raider Football Trainer?
ATTENTION 6th, 7th or 8th grade girls who would like to be an important part of the football team and is not cheering. You will get to help out at all football games by providing the players with water and helping coaches with anything they need. It is a great opportunity to get involved with your Jr. Raider Team! We especially need 6th Grade Girls!!
Sign up now: https://goo.gl/forms/pwYB7vXei7Hq77xX2
Questions: contact
Caroline Kelly carolinemoorekelly@gmail.com or
Lora Bunarek lbunarek@gmail.com
Join Academic Team
Do you enjoy Jeopardy? Do you do well at remembering facts and information? Academic Team might be for you! Academic Team allows students to answer questions on a variety of topics. Anyone is welcome to join. Club dues are $20. Last year members will meet on Wednesday, August 30th in room 823 starting at 7:40 am. Never been to Academic Team before? The first meeting for new members will be on Wednesday, September 6th in room 823 starting at 7:40 am. After the initial meetings, Academic Team will meet on Wednesdays and Fridays this year in room 823 from 7:40 – 8:40 am. We hope that you are able to come! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Brooke Wood.
Join the WBMS Tech Squad
The WBMS Tech Squad is open to 6th, 7th and 8th graders. You will help assist students with surface issues at the Help Desk in the Media Center. If you are in Jr. Beta, you will also receive Service Hours for this.
APPLY HERE: bit.ly/wbmstechsquad17
Join FBLA
AHS Colorguard
Alpharetta high school invites students from grades 6, 7 and 8 to participate in a one-time performance on a special color guard night. This event will take place on Friday, september 15. Watch the following video for details.
Webb Bridge Process to Performance After School Acting Classes
Thursdays 4:15-5:45 This session will work on improvisation, scene study, physicality, character development, and audition techniques. Students will also work on one-act plays. This is a phenomenal class to work skills as well as gain stage experience!
For more information: www.buildingcharacter.org
email: info@buildingcharacter.org
College Colors Day- 8/31
August 31st, we are hosting College Colors Day! Support your favorite college and get ready to kick off football season.
Low Cost Internet
Get assistance with low-cost internet providers for your student’s Surface by clicking this link:
http://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
This link has a listing of various programs in our area offering low cost internet connectivity for qualifying families.
As always, please exercise caution when reviewing options and choose what will work best for your income and family’s need.
Dancers Needed
The Connect Advisory Class called Dance Evolution is looking for you or someone you may know, that would be willing to teach and share how to do a dance that celebrates your culture. Please complete the form below if you are willing to participate or know someone who might.
WBMS's International Night
It is our pleasure to invite you to participate in the International Festival - Webb Bridge Welcomes the World - on Thursday, October 26, 2017 from 6:00-8:30 p.m. We will gather together to experience the diverse cultures that make up our Webb Bridge family!
We look forward to having colorful displays which teach us about your cultural heritage. Displays could include ethnic foods, dress, artifacts, pictures, music, games, activities, etc. In addition to the displays, we welcome performances which represent various countries.
Please fill out the form below to indicate your interest in volunteering for the Festival. We will collect the forms, coordinate and schedule the activities. We will provide tables for the displays, as well as TVs, DVD players and other AV equipment as needed. For any individual questions, please contact:
James Barket (Barket@fultonschools.org),
Beena Shah (shahb@fultonschools.org), or
Michelle Garner (garnerm@fultonschools.org)
We look forward to this exciting and educational event and hope to see many of you here!
Please Support PTA
It’s not too late to donate!! Please help us reach our goal! This is our only fundraiser for the entire year. Please visit www.wbmspta.org to donate online. You can also print out a form and send it in. Please place all forms with donations in the PTA safe located in the front office.
Thank You for supporting WBMS PTA!
My Charger Is Not Charging
*Don't forget to install your updates!
My Touchscreen Isn't Responding
- Start by looking for physical problems with your Surface screen. Look for any hard-to-notice cracks or any sign of damage or displacement. This is a sign that you need screen repair. If there’s no damage, then get a clean, soft cloth and clean the screen. Sometimes a layer of grime or grease will prevent the touchscreen from working correctly, and it’s best to rule out the obvious causes first.
- If software is the problem, you may be able to fix it by restarting your Surface. You can quickly restart by visit the Start Menu, selecting Power, and choosing Restart.
- Windows allows you to adjust touchscreen calibration as well – if calibration has suddenly gone wonky, this could be causing your problems. Press the Windows Logo key and enter calibrate mode with the arrow keys – select “Calibrate the screen for pen or touch.” Using the arrow keys and the tab key, select Reset to restore to factory settings or Yes to re-calibrate. Try both if possible to see if they can solve your problem.
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2017-2018 School Year
First Semester
August 1 – 4 ........................................... Preplanning for teachers
August 7......................................................... First Day of School
September 4........................................Labor Day (schools closed)
October 6 ......................................Teacher Workday (students off)
October 9 ......................................Columbus Day (schools closed)
November 20 – 24.............. Thanksgiving Holidays (schools closed)
December 21 ....................................... Last Day of First Semester
December 22 – 29 ...........................Winter Break (schools closed)
Second Semester
January 1 – 3...................................Winter Break (schools closed)
January 4.......................................Teacher Workday (students off)
January 5....................Professional Development Day (students off)
January 8.........................................First Day of Second Semester
January 15..............Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (schools closed)
February 16*................... Student/Teacher Holiday (schools closed)
February 19 ......................President’s Day Holiday (schools closed)
March 9*.......................................Teacher Workday (students off)
March 12....................Professional Development Day (students off)
April 2 – 6 .......................................Spring Break (schools closed)
May 24........................................................... Last Day of School
May 25.................................................................. Post Planning
May 28...............................Memorial Day Holiday (schools closed)
* Designated as inclement weather make-up days (if needed).
Our School Release Days
These are the dates approved through the RFF process as part of School Governance. WBMS students will NOT attend school on the following dates:
September 1, 2017
October 5, 2017
January 16, 2018
March 8, 2018