Just a reminder that open house is tonight from 4:45 - 6:45. Students will be able to pick up their i-pads tonight in there first period class. If not able to attend, they will be able to get their i-pads 1st period Thursday morning! We are looking forward to seeing our students and parents this evening!
As announced earlier, all 7th and 8th grade students will be attending the STEAM academy at the Caperton Center on MONDAY's, beginning Aug. 23.
Our 8th graders will be attending the morning session. PARENTS: 8th grade students will need to board the bus and leave by 8:00 AM. So we will need them there earlier to take attendance and get them on the correct bus. They should return approximately 11:00 AM.
7th grade students will leave at 11:15 AM, and return by 2:30.
You are able to call over there or sign them out there if necessary. While we know the first week or 2 we will have some issues to work out, this is a great district-wide program for all the middle schools to expand the horizons of our students.
Here is a list of frequently asked questions:
https://wvk12-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/jsward_k12_wv_us/ERDDDz6zFgpErGdwe6TJe_gB_uK0GJQxH4S4_9nJWjAZBw?e=9wzBaL
Be sure to check out https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/o/wh
to locate information such as Bell Schedule (Under "About WHS"), and the student handbook (Under "more" then student or parent resources)
This will provide information such as drop off procedures, 0 period, dress code, attendance, how to sign out your child, and much more.
While there be sure to explore and check out some of the other great features as we continue to build the site for you to see all the great happenings at WMHS!
Thank you to M.R. Haynes Excavation for removing the old flower beds in front of the school. Education Alliance partner Dale Bowyer is working on collaborating with different groups to help us clean up and beautify our school. We are thankful for all of their help!
Be sure to check out the great STEAM program our 7th and 8th grade students will be participating in this year! WMHS students will be attending on Mondays.
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/article/510040
https://forms.office.com/r/sDt6wrfM46
Here is the link to the Schedule Change Request Form, if the QR code is giving you trouble :)
Also for 8th graders: we are getting a lot of questions about Math Enrichment. This is a new required class for this year, so it does not count as your regular math class. You will rotate classes each term for that period - math enrichment, health, or PE.
For schedule changes, use your phone's camera to scan the QR code, or type the link into any internet browser.
Just a reminder that 6th grade orientation is this evening from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. You can drop student off at 3:45 for the orientation. Parents can come in to the cafeteria at 5:30 to go over information with Mr. Ward and Mr. Menillo. Since we were not able to have any orientation last year, any parent is welcome to attend.
Starting Monday, information will be getting posted to help inform everyone for the upcoming school year.
Schedules for grades 7-12 will be available on Thursday, Aug. 12 from 2:00 -3:00 PM, and Friday, Aug. 13 from 8:30 - 9:30 AM in the middle school gym lobby.
6th graders will get their schedules during orientation on Thursday.
Anyone who misses these dates may pick up their schedules during the county wide open house on Tuesday, Aug. 17th from 4:45 - 6:45 PM.
All parking passes for the high school are now sold out.
Parking passes will go on sale on Monday, August 09 in the main office. Monday will be for seniors only. Tuesday on any student eligible to drive may come. The cost is $30, and a parent signature is required, so the form is attached here, and will also be available at the school for pickup.
https://5il.co/wpql
Parents/Guardians of Students Entering 7th and 12th grades for this coming school year.
All WV students entering 7th grade must have one dose of the Tdap (Tetanus, Diptheria, and Pertussis) and one dose of the Meningococcal vaccine. Students entering 12th grade must have one does of the Tdap and one dose (on or after the age of 16) of the Meningococcal vaccine. If the first dose of the Meningococcal vaccine was given before the 16th birthday, then two doses of the vaccine are required.
Please provide a copy of their shot record to the School Nurse before August 19th to update the shot records to prevent exclusion from school!
Thank you!
Our office area will be closed for carpet cleaning. You may email Mr. Ward at jsward@k12.wv.us if you need any assistance.
August is here! We have a few announcements to share along.
- The Outback Steak Dinner has been moved to Aug. 10 at 5:30.
- Meet the Teams will take place on Saturday Aug. 14 at noon, immediately after the football scrimmage.
- 6th Grade Orientation is Aug. 12 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM, if you are unable to attend you will be able to come to Open House on Tues. Aug 17th from 4:45 - 6:45.
In the very near future we will be putting out information regarding schedules and parking.
8th Grade Supply List:
https://5il.co/w2sz
6th Grade will be having Orientation on Aug 12, for 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Students can be dropped off at the cafeteria at 3:45. Parents will be able to meet in the cafeteria at 5:30 PM to go over information for the upcoming school year. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!
Also, here is the grade 6 supply list.
https://5il.co/vzk7
Exciting News: The Athletic Boosters will once again be hosting the Outback Dinner in the school cafeteria on August 03 beginning at 5:00 PM. Be sure to watch for athletes selling tickets, as well as having some available at the school. Tickets are only $15.00 for a great meal, so be sure to get your ticket!
Just a reminder Dr. Eddy will be doing physicals for all students on July 08 from 5:30 - 7:00 in the cafeteria. Cost is $5 donation to WIN.
You can print the off the physical form here, or under Forms on the school webpage:
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/784197/physical_form.pdf
Dr. Eddy will be doing physicals for all students on July 08 from 5:30 - 7:00 in the cafeteria. Cost is $5 donation to WIN.