White Oak Middle School
December 4, 2023
This Week and Dates to Remember
Monday, December 4- All Periods 1-7
Tuesday, December 5- All Periods 1-7
Wednesday, December 6- Even Periods 1,2,4,6
Thursday, December 7- Odd Periods 1,3,5,7
Friday, December 8- All Periods 1-7
December 11-15- Book Fair
December 12 @ 6:30 pm- PTO meeting in the media center
December 14 @ 5:00pm- Winter Choral Concert
@ 7:00pm- Instrumental Concert
December 15 @ 7:00pm- Dance Concert- Students must be accompanied by parents
May 6- May 10- Outdoor Education
June 12- 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
New Updates
Social Media and Cell Phone Use Town Halls- We held the town halls for each grade level on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Students shared concerns, impact, and solutions to our cellphone policy. Parents and families, please continue to support our work around ensuring social media and cellphone use are used responsibly. Students need to focus on their school work during the school day. Please do not call or text students during the day. Parents can always call the school to check on a student or deliver a message. We will share agreements soon.
Transportation and Traffic on New Hampshire Avenue-
- In order to keep students safe, they are not allowed to take the metro to and from school in areas where buses are provided. New Hampshire Avenue is a very busy thruway. Cars are traveling at high speeds and we do not have crossing guards.
- Please pick up and drop off in front of the school. Do not encourage students to meet you or drop them off on New Hampshire Avenue.
- Driving out of the school after the student drop off area (near cafeteria) to go north we have a right turn only sign. Cars that wait to make left turns slow down traffic and cause safety risks. Please make right turns only driving out of the school to New Hampshire Avenue from the student drop off area.
WOMS Weekly Assignments- In an effort to help families keep track of weekly assignments and instructional goals, we will publish them on the following link- WOMS Weekly Assignments. In order to get more details about student classroom work, continue to visit the Canvas page for each class as well as grades and assignments on ParentVue.
IXL Math- This is a reminder that one of our main goas this year is to improve achievement in math courses. All students have accounts with IXL and can practice concepts at home. Please take advantage of this platform. Students in every math course can practice concepts and improve their achievement. In school, students log into IXL during advisory times on non-block days (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays).
Letter From Our PTO President- Mr. Kevin Johnson
Dear White Oak Middle School Parents and Community,
I hope this message finds you all in good health and high spirits. My name is Kevin Johnson, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as the newly appointed President of the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) at White Oak Middle School.
First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude for the warm welcome I have received from the school administration, staff, and the incredible parent community. It is an honor to serve in this role and work alongside such dedicated individuals who are committed to the success and well-being of our students.
As the PTO President, my primary goal is to foster a strong partnership between parents, teachers, and the wider community. Together, we can create an enriching and supportive environment that empowers our students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
I believe that open communication and collaboration are key to achieving our shared objectives. I encourage each and every one of you to actively participate in PTO meetings, events, and initiatives. Your involvement, ideas, and feedback are invaluable in shaping the programs and activities we organize for the benefit of our students.
In the coming weeks and months, we have an exciting lineup of events planned, including fundraisers, community service projects, parent education workshops, and engaging activities for our students. I am confident that these initiatives will not only strengthen our school community but also create lasting memories for our children.
I am eager to meet and connect with all of you, whether it's at PTO meetings, school events, or simply through email or phone conversations. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions, suggestions, or ideas you may have. Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of our students and contribute to their overall success.
Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to a productive and rewarding year ahead.
Warm regards,
Kevin Johnson
PTO President
White Oak Middle School
Our Students Are Thankful for Daisy!
Daisy!
Our New Bike Unit in Physical Education Classes-:Learning importance of balance
IXL Math Support at School and at Home!
Learn with IXL at home!
We’re using IXL to support our math curriculum this year, and your child has access to this
online program at home. With thousands of skills that match what we’re learning, as well
as insights into student progress, IXL is a great resource to help your child excel. Learn with IXL at home!
Title 1 Newsletter & Website
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M0SsoUMX-sR2_3G5on9g0LGUKnCSJUrQbHtsmZEMdms/edit#heading=h.gjdgxs2023-2024 Title I Information
After School Activities
Dear Students & Families,
We are excited to have students extend their days with us to engage in the activities they enjoy most. Please click the link below for activity descriptions, days, locations and activity bus information. If you have questions about the activities offered, please reach out to the sponsor directly for more information.
Here are a few reminders about after school activities:
- Students should report to the cafeteria once they are dismissed for the day. Students should refrain from going outside to the bus loading area if they are staying for an activity.
- Supper will be served in the cafeteria at 3:00 and activities will begin promptly at 3:15.
- Students should remain with their after school sponsors until 4:30.
- After school activities end at 4:30. Activity buses arrive at approximately 4:30. Students who are walkers or car riders will be asked to exit the building at 4:30.
- Students should communicate with their families if they are staying after school for an activity
Sports Registration
Parent/guardians can register their student-athletes for sports 2023 athletics using ParentVue beginning July 10, 2023, at 12:00 noon. Information regarding middle school athletics registration can be found here.
- Athletic Registration Video - A quick video for parents/guardians on how to register their students in athletics.
- ParentVue Guide - A "Quick Guide to ParentVue for Athletics" in English for parents/guardians when registering their students for athletics.
- ParentVue Guide - A "Quick Guide to ParentVue for Athletics" in Spanish for parents/guardians when registering their students for athletics.
- ParentVue Guide - A "How to Guide" for parents/guardians for Getting Started with ParentVUE.pdf
- Care for Kids - A health care program that provides access to health care services for uninsured children in Montgomery County.
- Clinics for Sports Physicals - an annual list released by MCPS Athletics, pricing is subject to change
Student Service Hours
6 grade science- 10 hours
7th grade English- 10 hours
8th grade Social Studies- 10 hours
Media Center Staff
Media Assistant: Debbie Goldkind- Debbie.B.Goldkind@MCPSMD.Net
Media Center Phone Number- 301-288-8270
PTO Executive Board
President: Kevin Johnson
Vice President: Sheila Abellano
Treasurer: Datrina Davis
Secretary: Risha George
Attention Parents & Students: Please see our most up to date list of after-school activities and clubs. This is a live link that will be updated as we add new activities and confirm dates and times. Feel free to reach out to individual sponsors for more information. The link to our activity buses is also included for your convenience.
New Personal Device Policy
Donations
Staff Dues
Resources
Emergency - please call 911
Montgomery County Crisis Center (24 hours/7 days) 240-777-4000
Homeless & Shelter Services 240-907-2688
Drug Use Crisis Line 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis/Mental Health Resource Sheet. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1B3MSV79Yb-vvmUpA5NzqtY9GhJWuUxfX14IJYNhyfWI/edit?usp=sharing
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline-call 988
Montgomery County Hotline (301) 738-2255
Montgomery County Food Resources: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/get-help/food.html
COVID Vaccination/Booster Sites: https://mcgvaccineprod.powerappsportals.us/en-US/covid-vaccine-scheduling/
SSL Opportunities: Virtual - https://bit.ly/SSLOpportunities
Offices and Staff
Principal: Virginia.A.Delossantos@MCPSMD.Net
Assistant Principal: Nakia_L_Sutton@MCPSMD.Net
Assistant Principal: Cynthia.Y.Tran@MCPSMD.NET
Assistant Principal: Jonathan.M.D'Souza@MCPSMD.Net
Administrative Secretary: Dana.R.Lynch@MCPSMD.Net
Front Office and SSL Hours: Smahir.H.Abdelaziz@mcpsmd.net
Financial Secretary (Obligations and Donations): Susan.E.Krisch@MCPSMD.NET
School Phone Number 301-288-8200
Registrar & Counseling Office: Alicia Valdes Alicia.Y.Valdes@MCPSMD.Net
Counseling Office Telephone Number: 301-288-8250
School Teams
6 Grade Team
Team LeaderAnastasia.D.Franklin@MCPSMD.Net
Project Success Team Leader
Counselor
Administrator
7 Grade Team
Team Leaders
Counselor
Administrator
Jonathan.M.D'Souza@MCPSMD.Net
8 Grade Team
Team Leaders
Counselor
Administrator
ELD Counselor