1/16/2026 - Williamsburg

We begin today with a special guest here at the WOLF-TV studios.
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Please say “HELLO” to the newest member of our Wolf Pack — Ms. Monroe!!
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MONROE: Greetings, Williamsburg! My name is Ms. Monroe, and I am the new DEI Coordinator here at WMS. I am elated to join the Wolf Pack! Thank you all for the warmth you have extended during my first few weeks.
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I’d like to begin by congratulating you on the positive gains you’ve been making this year. I know how hard you’ve been working, and it reminds me of one of my favorite quotes from Muhammad Ali. He said: “I hated every minute of training, but I said, don’t quit suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.” You are all on your way to greatness. Keep going!
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Secondly, as we prepare to celebrate Martin Luther King, Junior Day on Monday, remember that peace is not merely the absence of tension or stress but the presence of justice and fairness. Let’s work to acknowledge the full humanity of our community members by respecting our differences.
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With that being said, I am looking forward to learning more about the differences that make Williamsburg great!
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I will be in the building two-or-three days a week. And I invite all of our students and staff to REACH OUT if I can be of any assistance. I’m located in room 124, and you’rel always welcome to stop by and say hello.
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Until next time, over and out!
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Thanks, Ms. Monroe. It’s nice to meet you! And now, back to the news.
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Today we will be following the B-Day schedule. That means you’ll be attending periods 2, 4, 5, and 6 — plus Wolf Time — so be sure to double-check that you’ve got the correct books and binders for class. Again, this is a B-Day. See your TA teacher with any questions.
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Let’s PLAY!! If you’re looking for something fun and athletic to do after school, the PE department is hosting an OPEN GYM session TODAY during ASP 1. But please be aware that there is NO LATE BUS today, so you need to arrange your own transportation home. See Mr. Schutz with any questions about Open Gym.
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And now for a special announcement from Family and Consumer Science. The 8th grade FACS class is making dog toys out of old T-shirts for the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. But they need more T-shirts! Students and staff are encouraged to bring their old T-shirts to the FACS room — room 128 — and Ms. McFerran will give you a Wolf Paw for your support. Thanks for your help, Wolves!!
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Who’s ready for a fantastic show?! The WMS theater department is proud to present our Winter play: The Snow Queen — based on the classic story by Hans Christian Anderson. The final show is TONIGHT at 7pm in the auditorium.
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Tickets are just 5-dollars per person, and can be purchased in advance on the WMS website using SchoolCash — or you can buy them at the door using regular cash. See Mr. Randle with any questions about “The Snow Queen”, and we hope you enjoy the show!
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Calling all actors, singers, and dancers! Once the Winter Play is over, it’ll be time to start working on the Spring Musical — “Matilda!!” Auditions are scheduled for January 20th and 21st in the Auditorium after school. Interested performers should prepare 30-seconds of a song, and 30-seconds of a monologue. Please register for the auditions by scanning the QR code on the Theater Call Board and completing the Google Form.
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The show also needs a backstage crew — for lighting, sound, sets, props, costumes, and art design. Again, just complete the QR code to sign-up — but no audition is necessary for crew. See Mr. Randle with any questions about “Matilda.” And break a leg!!

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