Words from West
Updates as of August 26, 2020
A MESSAGE FROM MS. BALBAUGH
We are so excited for the school year to begin on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2020!
Please continue to read this newsletter for some exciting changes and updates as we prepare for our time together!
As you are aware, our School Board voted to begin the year with remote learning. We are hopeful to see excited students in our hallways very soon, but until then, please make frequent visits to our website and Facebook page.
A MESSAGE FROM MR. BURDETTE
Welcome back, Bobcats!
We are so excited to get back to school and back to learning. Although the beginning of this school year will look and feel differently than any year before, we can't wait to see you in class. As we have in the past, if you are unable to attend class, even during our remote schedule, please call our attendance line at (810) 591-8387.
We are here to support your family and your student's learning. Please reach out, we are happy to assist!
GRAND BLANC WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL DAILY SCHEDULE
ROTATION SCHEDULE BY HOUR FOR GRADES 6-12
COUNSELOR'S CORNER
Hello West Middle School families,
Our community has experienced many challenges and hardships during these past 6 months. We have missed being able to work with our students and families in person, but we are excited about getting back to serving you very soon!
Virtual education comes with difficulties for many of us, but we have no doubt that our community will grow and work together. Our students have shown great resilience and we will strive to help them navigate through their academic, social, and emotional needs.
Student schedules will be released on the evening of September 1st. Students will need to access their schedule through their Jupiter account.
Guardians, if you have any concerns about your student, please do not hesitate to reach out, we are here to help!
Student Last Names A-K: Mr. Morey, dmorey@gbcs.org, 810-591-7338
Student Last Names L-Z: Mr. Powell, rpowell@gbcs.org, 810-591-7339
Counseling Secretary: Ms. Butcher, jbutcher2@gbcs.org, 810-591-7335
OPEN HOUSE - VIRTUAL EVENT
Virtual Open House Schedule
1st hour 4:00 - 4:15 p.m.
2nd hour 4:20 - 4:35 p.m.
3rd hour 4:40 - 4:55 p.m.
ATHLETICS
- Practices will run Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for two weeks. (Once school starts on Tuesday, September 8th, practices will be daily from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
- Please meet outside the west end of the Gymnasium between the Football field and Gymnasium.
- Access to the building will be limited, please be sure to bring a large water bottle with you each day.
Girls Basketball (Grades 7 & 8):
- Practices will run Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (August 31, September 1, and September 2) from 5:30pm - 6:30pm. (Once school starts on Tuesday, September 8th, updated practice times will be announced).
- Please meet outside, at the basketball courts in the back of the building.
- Access to the building will be limited, please be sure to bring a large water bottle with you each day.
- Students will practice outside, with a skills-based focus for all levels, as MHSAA contests have not been approved at this time.
SCHOOL PICTURES
GREETINGS FROM THE TITLE I INTERVENTION TEAM
We are so excited to support your children this year. Whether in a virtual or face to face IM classroom, or during tutoring, we are here to help! If you know that your student(s) will be receiving Title I intervention services, please click on the link below to read and acknowledge the Teacher/Parent/Student Compact for this school year.
Not sure what Title intervention looks like or if your student qualifies for extra support? Contact Debbie Chapman at dchapman@gbcs.org for more information (or click the link below). We are happy to help!
ATTENDANCE
If you know your child will be absent from school, please let us know
ATTENDANCE HOTLINE
(810) 591-8387
ACADEMIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
Supply Lists
Student Supply Lists can be found on the West Middle School website.
While we limit or eliminate shared learning supplies, school supply lists will be updated to include items for certain classes such as Art and Home Economics, etc. If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teachers.
Please watch for further communication on days, dates, and times for certain
school-issued items to be available for pickup.
BREAKFAST AND LUNCH
Vaccinations
Grand Blanc West Middle School
West Middle School Main Office:
Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Closed daily for lunch 11:30AM - 12:30PM
Website: https://www.gbcs.org/Domain/19
Location: 1515 Reid Road, Grand Blanc, MI, USA
Phone: 810-591-7309
Facebook: facebook.com/gbwms
Other Important Phone Numbers
Athletics/Main Office 591-7309
Counseling Office 591-7335
Counselor (A-K) 591-7338
Counselor (L-Z) 591-7339