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!
COLLEAGUE CREDIT
Mrs. Barb Tussey shares that Mrs. Jennifer Martin is always so positive with both students and faculty. She always offers everyone her kind smile and takes care of each of us! We love you, Mrs. Jennifer!
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!
PERSONALIZED KEYCHAINS AND PENS
Our Cats' Creations students are ready to accept orders for personalized keychains and pens! They are only $5.00 each.
Contact Alexandra.Young@greenup.kyschools.us to place your order today, and we will create something magical for you.
BUS PASS REMINDER
This is just a reminder of our policy regarding bus passes at Wurtland Middle School. Notes, phone calls, e-mails, or requests for students to ride buses other than those to which they are assigned must be received no later than 1:00 p.m. Of course, should it be an emergency, please reach out us, and we will do our best to accommodate requests on an individualized basis.
We appreciate your attention to our request for timely requests for changes to bus transportation for your son and/or daughter.
ON WEDNESDAYS, WE WEAR PINK
We'll be wearing pink on October 9, October 16, and October 23 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Our Wildcats stand with those who have fought, those who are fighting, and those who may fight the battle that is breast cancer.
SPOOKY SEASON SPIRIT WEEK Be sure to gather your creepiest gear and get ready for Wurtland Middle School's Spooky Season Spirit Week! * All spirit attire must meet dress code requirements. * No masks will be permitted. * There will be no spirit dress on Friday, November 1.
NATIONAL CUSTODIAN DAY
Today is National Custodian Day, and we are fortunate to have an amazing custodial team! Mrs. Carla Moore, Mr. Diego Bays, and Mr. John Williams are the quiet heroes of our school. They clear our paths for learning each day, and we are so appreciative!
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING SCHEDULE CHANGES
Please note important information regarding scheduling changes at Wurtland Middle School. Situations involving extenuating circumstances may result in schedule changes at the discretion of the building's administrative team.
#WINATSOCIAL: Helping your child navigate social media, tech, and well-being positively
Dear Wurtland Middle School Families,
We are excited to announce that our school has launched a partnership with The Social Institute (TSI), a leader in curriculum designed to equip students to navigate the complex intersection of well-being, social media, and technology. This will be our partnership's second year of implementation at Wurtland Middle School.
At a time when students spend many hours a day on digital devices, and cyberbullying and reputation-damaging posts run rampant, TSI equips students to make positive, healthy, and high-character choices that fuel their health, happiness, and future success. Our school will be adopting TSI’s comprehensive program, called #WinAtSocial, which promotes character, empathy, teamwork, critical thinking, and other important life skills.
Whether or not your child uses social media or a device of their own, we hope that you will consider how these free resources outlined below could be useful to your family.
To be clear, the information offered through this partnership does not instruct anyone how to parent. Instead, these supplementary resources provide insight into social media, technology, and student experiences, offering family discussion prompts and informative resources that you can incorporate into family conversations as much or as little as you like.
How Your Family Can Participate:
Continue the conversation at home: As students experience #WinAtSocial each month, Family Huddle questions may be emailed to you by the school as a supplement to a lesson. These are completely optional to run as a family!
Register your free account for The Social Toolkit. Many families refer to this as the CliffsNotes of social media and technology! Go to the Toolkit, click Activate Account, and enter our school code: 2ad3F33B5D246A
We are excited to be able to offer this important and timely education to our community. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Sincerely,
The Wurtland Middle School Leadership Team
DRAMA SILENT FILMS
Students in Mrs. Long's drama classes have been working to film and create silent films. Here's a sneak peek of their work. One crew even convinced Officer Gollihue to fill a starring role!
We're not being dramatic when we say we're proud of these Wildcats!
DIGITAL LITERACY HONORS SEPTEMBER 11
Our Digital Literacy students are bringing their skills to life this year! They spent September 11 interviewing faculty members about their experiences on one of our nation’s most tragic days. This video was filmed and created entirely by our students, and we couldn’t be prouder of them! #WeRemember
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REGISTER A TRUNK
We would love for you to register to host a trunk for our third annual Trunk-or-Treat at Wurtland Middle School! Please click on the image link to register now. We appreciate your contributions!
You may also visit the link: https://bit.ly/wurtlandtrunkortreat
READER OF THE WEEK
Mrs. Bobbi Brumfield shares that William is a dedicated reader. He regularly visits the library and uses any spare time he might have to jump back into his current book. Keep reading, William!
READERS ARE LEADERS AT WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL!
WRITER OF THE WEEK
Mrs. Bobbi Brumfield shares that Aiden is a member of the creative writing class. Throughout the past two weeks, he has worked on an original interactive adventure story using Google Slides. Aiden has created characters, settings, and multiple plots for the reader to choose from as they make their way through the story slides.
AIDEN IS DOING THINGS WRITE AT WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL!
COLLEAGUE CREDIT
Ms. Katie Williams shares that Heather has taken on some new tasks this year and done a wonderful job with them. She notes that Heather is a wonderful resource in our building. Thank you, Mrs. Heather!
WURTLAND SCHOOLS THIRD ANNUAL STORYBOOK TRUNK-OR-TREAT EVENT
Make plans now to attend this popular event! It will be a great evening filled with fun and smiles!
WILDCAT OF THE WEEK
Mrs. Bobbi Brumfield shares that Emilee volunteered to help a student complete an assignment that was missed due to an absence. Mrs. Brumfield notes that Emilee is very helpful and an important member of the English class community. Thank you, Emilee!
SIGNS OF LIFE
The first signs of life are beginning to appear in our agriculture lab. Sprouts and pH testing are clearly evident of growth and learning!
TICKLING THE IVORIES
Students in Mr. DuDomaine's keyboarding class are learning how to play the piano and read music. We can't wait for their debut performances!
