- The 2018 Chorus and Orchestra Winter Concert is scheduled for TONIGHT at 7 p.m. in the main auditorium. Come support your friends and classmates as they celebrate the winter and holiday seasons with beautiful music and classic tunes like “Ring Silver Bells” and “You’re a Mean one, Mr. Grinch.” Admission is absolutely FREE! So come on out, take in a great show, and Be a Part of the PRIDE!!
. - Last call for books!! The WMS Academic Book Fair ends TOMORROW at dismissal. So this is your LAST CHANCE to walk the aisles and find the “right read” for you. Stop by before school or during your lunch period. Plus, the Fair will also be open TONIGHT to coincide with the Winter Concert. So don’t forget to bring your money — and go get yourself a good book!
. - Looking to get involved and spread some kindness? The WMS Kindness Club will be meeting TODAY during ASP 1 in room 201. All are welcome, whether you’re a first-timer or an old pro. There’s enough kindness for EVERYONE! Questions? See Ms. Schaefer, Ms. Zeller or Mr. Johnson.
. - Calling all math lovers! Math Counts will meet TODAY during ASP 1 in room WW 1. All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are invited to do math problems, play math games, and perform many other math activities. It’s all math — all the time at Math Counts!! See Mr. Mencarini for more information.
. - There will be no Ukulele Club after school today. But there WILL be a meeting next TUESDAY — the last one before break. See Ms. Bacon with any questions.
. - Calling all actors, singers, and technicians! Auditions for the WMS Spring Musical — Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” — will take place in the auditorium on THURSDAY during ASP 1 and 2; and again next MONDAY during ASP 1 only. Interested performers should prepare three things — the song “Happy Birthday”, a short nursery rhyme, and another song of YOUR CHOICE that highlights YOUR VOICE. See Mr. Brown with any questions. Break a leg!
. - The Sister Circle “Secret Snowman and Holiday Party” will be held this THURSDAY during ASP 1 in room 201. Participants are reminded to bring your gift — and get ready for a jolly good time! See Ms. Cameron with questions.
. - Take down… Reversal… PIN!! The WMS Wrestling Team is gearing up for a new season. See if you have what it takes to be the best pound for pound wrestler in the school — or even the county! Interested athletes are invited to an informational meeting next MONDAY during ASP 1 in room WW1. Then PRACTICES will begin following Winter Break. See Mr. Mencarini with any questions.
. - It’s better to GIVE than to RECEIVE! Just FOUR DAYS remain for the Kindness Club’s “Fill the Cruiser — Holiday Toy Drive.” NEW and UNWRAPPED gifts may be dropped-off in the grade-level bins in the library. Everything that’s collected will be given to local children in need this holiday season. And remember — whichever grade donates the most will be entered into a raffle to receive a special token of gratitude. Spread kindness where you may, and donate to the Toy Drive TODAY!!
. - Finally this morning: There’s a TON of incredible stuff going on in the world today — it seems like EVERYTHING is getting bigger and faster and better. Or is it? Student-reporters Jonah P. and Miles M. are here — bringing you the real scoop on Mediocre Media.