WESTER WEEKLY
Wildcat News Volume 11
October 21 - October 25
Stay in Touch with Wester Middle School!
Website: https://wester.mansfieldisd.org/
Location: 1520 N. Walnut Creek Mansfield, TX 76063
Phone: 682.314.1800
Twitter: @BrooksWesterMS
This Week at Wester
Wednesday, October 23
- Career Pathways Ben Barber Field Trip
Upcoming Dates
- Color Battle Fundraiser Kick-Off
- Thriller Pep Rally
- 8th Grade AVID & AVID EXCEL Field Trip to Tarleton State
National Unity Day - Wednesday, October 23
Together against bullying. UNITED for kindness, acceptance and inclusion.
Make it ORANGE and make it end! What are your true colors when it comes to showing that you believe that all youth should be safe from bullying? Come together in one giant ORANGE message of hope and support, WEAR AND SHARE ORANGE to color our school, visibly showing that we believe that no child should ever experience bullying.
Wester students will participate in anti-bullying activities during Advisory.
Check out PACER.ORG/BULLYING for more information.
Students received a flyer to take home and return if they know a veteran we can invite to the celebration. Flyer is to be returned by October 22. We will send a formal invitation to the veteran.
Shoe Drive
On Friday she was approved to receive a service dog from 4 Paws For Ability. This dog will be trained to help her with balance and stability, to bark for help if needed, to help with handicap doors, and help with anxiety.
We can support this family raise money by donating new or gently used shoes. The shoes will be sent to Haiti to individuals that have signed up with the organization. They sell the shoes to their own community and bring money to their own families
Please consider donating shoes. The collection box will be in the front office.
Canned Food Drive October 28 - November 8
We are working with Common Food Network to provide food for those in need during the holiday season. Please consider donating.
PTA Reflections: "Look Within"
"The PTA Reflections Program has opened for Wester Middle School and this year's theme is "Look Within". This is a local, state and national contest where students submit creative masterpieces in any of the following categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, and Visual Arts. Rules packets can be picked up in the front office or by emailing Claire Verinder (cmverinder@yahoo.com). All submissions must reflect the theme, carefully follow the rules and be turned into the front office by Tuesday, November 5th. Additional information can be found at txpta.org/reflections."
Interested in Volunteering or Joining PTA?
Interested in volunteering?
Click here to check out the many ways you can support Wester students and teachers.
- By getting involved at your child's school you'll be part of the solution, helping make positive changes. Local PTAs play an important role by supporting and building improvements through advocacy and play an important role in fundraising for curriculum based programs and social events.
- Please click here to join PTA.
- Meetings will be held at 7:00 in the Wester Library on:
September 4
December 4
February 5
April 8
May 6
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Clubs Meet Every Friday
Resources for Parents: Tutorial Times, Lunch Schedule, Student Handbook
M4M 1k & 5K Fun Run
Greetings to the Mansfield ISD Community,
The Mansfield ISD Athletic Department and Methodist Mansfield Medical Center are carrying on the tradition of the M4M Fun Run this year. This event has been part of the Mansfield community for the last 11 years and was inspired by a beloved community member that had a passion for health and wellness.
The M4M race is a 1K & 5K road race. We are elated to move the race to Vernon Newsom Stadium with an exciting start and finish inside of the stadium. This Fun Run supports health and wellness of children and families in the community.
M4M will take place on November 23, 2019 starting at 8:00 a.m.
Below is the registration link:
https://m4m.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=12671
Come out and run with us!
Also, we are also looking for volunteer groups to help out with the following… course guide, hydration station, packet pick-up, check-in and awards. If you have a group that would like to volunteer, please have them contact Lacy Beckler at LacyBeckler@misdmail.org.
Student Support Center Provides Help 24/7
Mansfield ISD is committed to the safety and well-being of its students.
Counselors are available during regular school hours on every campus to assist students, but the district also wants to make sure students have access to resources during non-school hours as well.
MISD students are encouraged to visit the Student Support Center web page at any time. The page includes hotline numbers, anonymous reporting features and assistance services for various circumstances.
Box Tops for Education
Dear Families,
The Box Tops for Education program is changing the way we can earn cash for our school!
Click here and learn how to support Wester!
Important Information: High School Football Games
Please check out the Stadium Rules & Guidelines.
Specifically, "All middle school students must be accompanied by an adult to enter the game."
Dress Code
Please make sure to check out MISD Dress and Grooming Guidelines on page 45 of the MISD Student Handbook.
Kristin Chenowith in Concert!
Acclaimed actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth will grace the stage with Mansfield ISD students in a community concert on Saturday, Nov. 2.
The performance is part of Chenoweth's "Places! The Kristin Chenoweth Experience" national tour. The concert begins at 8 p.m. at the MISD Center for the Performing Arts. Doors will open at 7 p.m.
MISD high school musical theatre students will be featured in the concert as the opening act and perform with Chenoweth on stage. The students will have the opportunity for a private coaching with Chenoweth prior to the rehearsal and live performance.
Proceeds from the event will go toward the MISD Center Arts Program, which brings in art performances and cultural events to MISD students and the community.