Wurtland Middle

BOSSES DAY From tattoos with their faces to treats, gift baskets, and a couple of familiar Fatheads, the faculty and staff of Wurtland Middle School has spoiled Principal Brandi Litteral and Assistant Principal Melissa Bowling on this Bosses' Day!

RELATIONSHIP MAPPING Members of our faculty recently participated in a relationship mapping activity. This process allows adults throughout the building to target students who may need extra supports on a daily basis and to build bridges with those they may not know. ❤️

HALLOWEEN COSTUME DAY OCTOBER 31, 2024

INDUSTRIAL ARTS Our Industrial Arts students have been working hard, preparing items for their big sale on the evening of Trunk-or-Treat. What will you plan to purchase?!

KET @ WMS Last week, Mr. Daniel Armstrong from KET came to speak with our Digital Literacy students and taught them about the many uses of green screens. Students were able to take this knowledge and create their own breaking news segment. What a fun learning experience!

OLD FASHIONED DAYS As they do every year, our music students performed amazingly well at this year's Old Fashioned Days event. Great work, Wildcats!

COLLEAGUE CREDIT Mr. Scott Bowling shares that Mr. Jeremiah Haywood recently jumped in and helped to hang bulletin boards for an Industrial Arts display. The extra hands were definitely appreciated! Thank you for being a team player, Mr. Haywood!

READER OF THE WEEK Mrs. Bobbi Brumfield shares that Daniel is very excited about reading "The Outsiders" in English class. He has shared that he knows it is a book he is going to really enjoy! READERS ARE LEADERS AT WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL!

2024.2025 Lady Musketeers Basketball Tryouts Girls Varsity Basketball (10 - 12 Players) Grades 7 through 12 will be considered for spots on the varsity roster. Coaches will consider players based on their abilities to dribble, pass, shoot, defend, overall attitude, and ability to be coached throughout the four days of tryouts. Girls Junior Varsity Basketball (8 - 12 Players) Grades 7 through 10 will be considered for spots on the junior varsity roster. Coaches will name some players to both the junior varsity and varsity rosters. Again, coaches will be looking for the same attributes as those demonstrated by varsity players. Girls Freshman Basketball (8 - 10 Players) Grades 7 through 9 will fill this roster. Coaches will be looking at young, willing-to-learn players to develop and add to the program. Again, there will be some overlap with junior varsity and varsity rosters to fill this team. Tryouts will be held October 15 through October 18 at the following sites and during the noted times: October 15 - 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. @ The Greenhouse October 16 - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. @ the Musketeer Alumni Complex (MAC) October 17 - 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. @ The Greenhouse October 18 - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. @ the Musketeer Alumni Complex (MAC) All students in grades 7 through 12 are welcome to attend and help build the foundation of our program! Thanks to One and All, Kirk Ruggles Rich Mahar Kacey Carver Paige Brammer Julia Parker GCHS Lady Musketeers Basketball Staff

MIDDLE SCHOOL ARCHERY INFORMATION

WILDCAT NEWS: EPISODE TWO https://www.facebook.com/share/v/96SUhYqvg8Q9jtG6/

THE WILD(EST) ROBOT Our seventh-grade language arts students are currently reading "The Wild Robot". Some of the students have jumped in and are working on a collaborative art project to accompany the novel study. We can't wait to see the final creation!

A SPOOKTACULAR OPEN HOUSE Last week's Open House was super spooky! Take a look at a few of our favorite moments...

BOYS BASKETBALL OPEN GYM OCTOBER 10, 2024 3:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

STEM Builders Students in Mr. Haywood's STEM Builders class are learning engineering principles through hands-on activities. Yesterday, they applied their learning to construction projects made with cards and straws.

VISUAL MEDIA GETS THE SHOT Last week, Shane Runion, our district's Director of Communications, spent time showing students how to capture the best photographs possible in any setting. We'll be sharing their photography in the coming days and weeks. Stay tuned!

SPOOKY SEASON ARTS AND CRAFTS Students in our Cats' Creations class learn how to DO IT ALL - designing, creating, packaging, and even marketing! With some very exciting events on the horizon, they are currently working to craft a bulk supply of products. To say we're impressed, well, is certainly an understatement! Make certain to grab a $15.00 Halloween paint set today. There are only three left in stock. Leave a comment on this post if you would like to claim one for Spooky Season fun.

HOT BROWNIES, ANYONE? Students in Mrs. Shannon's Hospitality and Tourism class made fresh brownies for last week's open house guests. Students even used fresh eggs freshly gathered from our very own chicken coop. All reviews point to DELICIOUS!

READER OF THE WEEK Mr. Eric Boos shares that he is excited to recommend Hannah Newsom as Reader of the Week at Wurtland Middle School. Hannah consistently volunteers to read in class, demonstrating confidence and enthusiasm. She stands out with her distinguished vocabulary and clear pronunciation, making her a model reader for her peers. Beyond her reading skills, Hannah has an exceptional ability to understand complex texts and reflect on them thoughtfully, showcasing a deep comprehension that elevates classroom discussions. Her dedication to reading and her thoughtful insights make her a deserving choice for this recognition. READERS ARE LEADERS AT WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL!

WILDCAT OF THE WEEK Mrs. Bobbi Brumfield shares that Lori is deserving of Wildcat of the Week because she exemplifies a positive attitude each day at WMS. She always has a smile and is very polite to her teachers and classmates. Thank you for being a leader, Lori!