Wangenheim Middle School
Vol IX: January 25, 2021
SATURDAY PICK UP
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30th, from 10 am -12 pm, is our special pick up day. January 25th marked the start of the 3rd Quarter. Textbooks, assigned novels, as well as library book requests and other items can be picked up. To support reading, we also have free used books.
Please remember to wear a mask.
Lunch Distribution sites are now Walker Elementary, Mira Mesa High, Challenger Middle, and Sandburg Elementary. Monday-Friday, Noon-2:00 PM
GROCERIES DISTRIBUTIONS 1/25-1/29
Groceries are either Shelf-Stable Items, or Produce or USDA Mixed Items. Extra food items are limited, and families are recommended to arrive in the early part of the designated distribution time.
Friday, January 29..........Challenger Middle, Mira Mesa High, and Walker Elementary
COURSE SELECTION INFORMATION FOR 2021-2022
Current 6/7th graders:
Counselors visited PE classes week of 1/18 (Q2) and will return the week of 1/25 (Q3) for students enrolled in PE Q3.
Tue- Coach Cann, Wed - Coach Menden, Friday - Coach Sander
Google forms will be shared through PE classes however they must be opened up with student email accounts.
Forms due on February 5. Forms can be edited until that time. After that time, any changes must be sent to counselors. We will open up the Powerschool portal in May with instructions to parents how to check on the requests.
Current 8th graders:
MMHS counselors visited PE classes on 1/13 (Q2) and returned the following week for 1:1 meetings. They will return on 2/1 (Q3) for presentations to Q3 PE students. They will follow up the following week after the presentation for 1:1 visits with students.
Incoming 5th graders
Mid-January parents should have received a Wangenheim video and Articulation forms from their 5th grade teachers. Please notify kdoan@sandi.net if you did not receive them.
1/26 9am - 5th grade parent welcome q&a
1/27 6pm - 5th grade parent welcome q&a
Counselor visits week of 2/1 to 5th grade classrooms for 1:1 meetings.
WHAT IS LOTE?
We will be offering the LOTE test on February 10, 2021 for 8th graders ONLY. This will be offered virtually during asynchronous hours.
The LOTE test is for students who can read and understand a language other than English (most languages are offered). Passing the exam shows “Proficiency” in another language for HS graduation credits and some colleges. Please view the slideshow for more information.
Please complete the form below by February 8th if you plan to take the test: https://forms.gle/D1onPg5ojPkgDEqf6
WHY IS MENTAL HEALTH IMPORTANT?
Adrian is a 6th Grader in Mrs. Slezak's social studies class.
BOOKS ON KINDNESS
GET INVOLVED IN PTSA!
We’re looking for more parents to help Wangenheim Middle School PTSA. No experience is needed, and we are a friendly group that will support you. Officer elections will be held at the March meeting. Want to be involved or know someone who would be a great asset to the students of Wangenheim? We are seeking nominations for the following PTSA positions for the 2021-22 school year. If you are interested, please contact Susan Kent, Vice-Principal, (619) 977-0466.
President- Supervise all activities and execute instruments on the PTSA's behalf and run monthly meetings.
Vice President- Act for the President in their absence and perform such duties as the President may direct.
Historian- Captures, assembles, and preserves a record of activities and achievements of PTSA.
Auditor- Audits the books and financial records.
Questions ??? - Call Susan Kent, (619) 977-0466.
DO YOU NEED HOMEWORK HELP?
Mira Mesa HS students are offering free virtual tutoring. A group of Mira Mesa HS students along with Sabrina Bazzo (our new Board rep) created a free tutoring program for students. Our students will be paired with a high school student for one on one personalized support. The point of contact is high school student Sindhu Perubotla. She and Mallory Asis, another high school student, co-lead the program.
Please contact Sindhu directly with questions or wanting to get help.
VIRTUAL MEDIA CENTER
Follow the link to Wangenheim's Virtual Media Center where you will find forms to reserve textbooks and library books as well as other useful resources. Please contact Mrs. Minezaki with any questions or concerns.
WANGENHEIM YEARBOOK
The 2020-21 yearbook is looking fantastic! A lot of people are asking what could possibly be in a yearbook if we aren't in school. Well, trust us, this book will be one that you will look back on for the rest of your life. We have been collecting photos from students throughout the year and will continue to do so through mid March. We are documenting distance learning, covid, current events, and so many fun topics. Very soon parents will be receiving an email about a portrait portal. This is how we will get everyone's picture in the yearbook. We will have a virtual picture day and everyone will submit a photo of themselves. If we do not get a picture from you, we will use your photo from last year. Keep an eye out for that email. If you haven't ordered a yearbook yet, the link is http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A00789460
SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS ONLINE
UPLOAD TO: https://images.jostens.com/415468180
OR LOG ON TO: images.jostens.com
Enter Login ID:415468180
•Browse to select the photo(s) you wish to upload,
click on “Select My Images.”
•Enter information about the photo and provide contact information in case the staff needs additional information.
•Click “Upload Chosen Images.
Principal's Coffee
https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/99870837812
Upcoming Dates:
February 24, 2021
March 17, 2021
April 7, 2021, 2021
April 28, 2021
May 19, 2021
English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC)
Be the voice of our English Learners! English Learner
Advisory Committee (ELAC) Meeting needs you!
Open to parents of:
Current ELD students, RFEP students, and IFEP students
NEXT MEETING:
Wed., Jan. 27, 2021 6pm-7pm
JOIN via ZOOM: https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/88972162365
Zoom Meeting ID: 889 7216 2365
Translation will be available in Spanish and Vietnamese
Please contact Chris Waldman with any questions or to RSVP if you will need translation
Upcoming Dates:
Apr. 21, 2021 6pm-7pm
End of Second Quarter
Third Quarter begins Monday, January 25 . Progress reports can be viewed beginning Friday, January 29, on student and parent portal. If you need textbooks for any of your classes, please fill out the Textbook Request Form above. Textbooks can be picked up from the main office M-F from 7:30-12:30 as well as our special pick up on Saturday, January 30, from 10am-12:00pm.
LOOKING AHEAD
Fri-Mon, Feb 12-15
(no attendance)
President's Day
Mon-Fri, Mar 29-Apr 2
(no attendance)
Spring Break