3/4/2024 - Williamsburg

Today we will be following the A-Day schedule. That means you’ll be attending periods 1, 3, 5, and 7 — so be sure to double-check that you’ve got the correct books and binders for class. Again, this is an A-Day. See your TA teacher with any questions.
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Read any good books lately? The Talk about Books Club — a.k.a. TAB — will be meeting TODAY during all grade level lunches in the library. So grab your grub and come take a look at these Totally Awesome Books!!
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Attention Anime Club! The next Anime Club meeting is scheduled for this WEDNESDAY during ASP 1 in room 109. And this week’s meeting is going to be SPECIAL. You will be joined by visiting artists from the New York School of Arts!! So be sure to bring your sketch books, sketching pencils, and markers for a 45-minute lesson in professional design and animation. Contact Ms. Armistead with any questions.
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Calling all MUNNERS! This week’s Model UN meeting has been rescheduled for this THURSDAY during ASP 1 in room C105. And if you are interested in attending the conference at Alice Deal Middle School on Saturday, March 16, please see Mr. McDermott IMMEDIATELY to get a permission slip and register. Once again, the Model UN meeting is on THURSDAY.
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On your marks, get set, GO! Tryouts for the WMS Track & Field team are scheduled to begin next Monday, March 11th. But if you’d like to participate, you need to submit your physical by this FRIDAY. See Ms. Hogwood or Coach Treble with any questions.
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Give a helping hand to those in need! The Helping Hands club is hosting a FOOD DRIVE to benefit the Arlington Food Assistance Center from TODAY through Wednesday, March 13th. They’re also having a friendly competition: There will be food collection boxes in each grade-level hallway. And whichever grade donates the most items will win a popsicle party during lunch!! Thanks for supporting the Arlington Food Assistance Center, Wolf Pack!!
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Have you checked the lost and found lately? There’s a table outside of the cafeteria with DOZENS of jackets, sweatshirts, water bottles, lunch boxes, and so much more. Be sure to take a look — you may just find some long lost treasures!
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And now for a “technology tip” from Ms. Hwang! It’s time to upgrade your iPad! APS has just approved the newest iPad operating system — iOS 17.3.1. All students are asked to install the new version as soon as possible — but please be aware that it takes about 30-minutes to complete, so you should do this AT HOME.
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Just follow these simple steps: First open “Settings” on your iPad. Next, select “Software Update”, tap “Download” and then “Install.” Then just wait for it to finish. And if you’re having any trouble getting the new iOS to install, be sure to ask your TA teacher to submit a tech support ticket. Don’t forget! Install iOS 17.3.1 as soon as you get home.
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Ready, set, READ!! The 8th annual March Madness Tournament of Books is going strong! Hundreds of students cast their vote in the Sweet-16. And now, we’ve made it to the Elite-8. This year’s contenders are a mix of old favorites and new titles that are burning up the book charts. Who will be moving on?
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Here’s how to participate: Just go to the WMS Library Canvas Course and cast your vote. We’ll announce the results next week. And remember: the TA in each grade with the best bracket will win a prize — so if your TA hasn’t submitted a bracket yet, do it ASAP! The March Madness Tournament of Books — may the best book win!!
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It’s Social Emotional Learning Week here at Williamsburg — and we have a special message from APS. Today, we are highlighting the SEL competency of SELF AWARENESS. Self-awareness includes skills like identifying our emotions, recognizing our strengths, having self-confidence and a growth mindset.
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Being self-aware helps us to understand how our thoughts and feelings affect our behavior. It also helps us understand our strengths and the things we need to work on. Stay tuned all week long for more SEL tips and activities. See Ms. Terzaghi with any questions.

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