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3/17/2023

CLICK HERE to submit your video and application to the Arlington Student FilmFest!!

  • Today we will be following the B-Day schedule. That means you’ll be attending periods 2, 4, 5, and 6 — 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.
    2023 Yearbook -- check-in & Scholastic Art.
  • Calling all students!  The WMS Yearbook is getting ready to take pictures of all clubs and extra-curricular activities. First up:  next MONDAY is the Check-In program in the cafeteria right after school; and next WEDNESDAY is the Scholastic Art Competition winners in the main lobby at 8am.  Members of those groups should try to get there ASAP so they’re not left out of the picture! Stay tuned for more information about additional club pictures coming soon.
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  • Arlington Student FilmFest, 2023Calling all film-makers, journalists, and video-jockeys! The 11th annual Arlington Student FilmFest is now accepting entries for its 2023 competition. Just follow the link in today’s Morning Announcements Blog to submit your video and application.  The submission deadline is March 31st — and the Festival itself will take place on May 4th at Kenmore Middle school. See Mr. Schonfeld for more information.  Now go make some movie magic!

CLICK HERE to submit your video and application to the Arlington Student FilmFest!!

  • March Madness Tournament of Books, 2023 -- Elite-8Today is your LAST CHANCE to vote for the Elite-8 in the 7th annual March Madness Tournament of Books!!  Just go to the WMS Library Canvas Course to participate. We’ll announce the results next week.  The March Madness Tournament of Books — may the best book win!
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  • The WMS Geo Bee is creating quite a buzz around school these days.  Competitions are coming soon for multiple grades.  So it’s the perfect time to practice our geography trivia.
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    Here’s today’s question:  Name the volcanic mountain in Japan that sits on top of three tectonic plates, although it has not erupted since 1707.  (que music) The answer is:  Mount Fuji!!
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    Did you get the answer?  Contact your Social Studies teacher for more information about competing in the WMS Geo Bee.  And good luck, geography wolves!!
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  • And finally, people in communities all over the country are struggling with drug abuse — even right here in Arlington.
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    And with powerful drugs like opioids and fentanyl, one mistake is all it takes. Roll Tape!!

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