WILDCAT OF THE WEEK
Mr. Runion shares that Eli is such a kind and helpful kid! He adds that Eli is, perhaps, the best-mannered student he's ever had and is always helping his teachers or fellow students. He brings this positivity EVERY day.
COLLEAGUE CREDIT
Ms. Katie Williams shares that we have the greatest food service crew on the planet. They provide delicious meals for our students and staff and are such a kind and pleasant group of ladies. They keep the lunch line festive and decorated throughout the year!
HOSPITALITY and TOURISM CLASS
Yesterday, students in Mrs. Shannon's hospitality and tourism class ventured into the kitchen for the first time this semester. Needless to say, our chefs had a great experience!
MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL TRYOUTS (GRADES 6 and 7)
Middle school volleyball tryouts will be held on Thursday (2.16.23). Seventh-grade tryouts will be held at 5:00 p.m., and sixth-grade tryouts will be held at 6:30 p.m.
Please reach out to us with any questions.
SEVENTH-GRADE ELA
Today, students in the classes of Ms. Katie Williams have been working through stations to review story elements.
ACADEMIC TEAM
On Saturday, our academic team had another great day!
Students worked hard last week on FPS and composition. On Saturday, students participated in subject area testing.
A BIG CONGRATULATIONS is owed Lexi Bowling and Owen Nickel for their sixth-place finishes in composition and social studies. They will continue on to compete in the STATE TOURNAMENT!
Our FPS team narrowly missed qualifying for state but scored an amazing fourth place.
We are so proud of our team this year! They have worked so hard, and we are thrilled to see their growth and success!
Way to go, Wildcats!
NATIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELING WEEK
From individual and career counseling to piloting Sources of Strength, our guidance counselor goes above and beyond each day! There is no denying the asset that Mrs. Amy Hieneman is at WMS. This week, we celebrate and thank you for all you do!
FRYSC Week
It's FRYSC week in Kentucky! This week, we want to give special recognition to our FRYSC coordinator, Mrs. Amy Shaffer! Each day, Mrs. Amy goes above and beyond to meet the diversified needs of our students. Thank you for all you do to make our school better!
STUDENT SHOUT-OUT
Today, Mrs. Daniels would like to share a shout-out for Kennedy Melvin. She notes, “She is very self-motivated and wants to be a great player. No one has to ask her to put in the work.” Way to go, Kennedy!
* Student photography by Braylon Chandley
COMMUNITY READING PARTNERS
As part of a project to invite community members into our building, today, Judge Executive Bobby Hall joined Mrs. Spencer’s class for a chapter of “Old Yeller”. Thank you, Bobby!
SIXTH-GRADE ELA
Today, students in the classes of Ms. Scott completed a question trail covering types of conflict. Each time they answered a question, it led them to another one on the trail until they finished every question. This was such a fun and engaging activity!
WRITER OF THE WEEK
Mrs. Brumfield shares that Dakota has worked very hard in English throughout the past week. Students have been studying language topics; he has worked very hard to learn the difference between active and passive voice sentences. Way to go, Dakota!
READER OF THE WEEK
Mr. Bowling shares that Annie is currently reading "Who is Walt Disney?" In addition, she always has an Accelerated Reader book and is reading with any down time she has throughout the day.
READERS ARE LEADERS AT WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL!
COLLEAGUE CREDIT
Mrs. Brumfield shares that Mrs. Daniels recently wrote a grant to gift a WMS student with a new guitar. Like always, Mrs. Daniels gives 110 percent for her students. Thank you for all you do for GC students, Mrs. Daniels!
WILDCAT OF THE WEEK
Mrs. Brumfield shares that Braydon recently worked hard to make sure he completed all of his makeup work for English after several days of absences. He also helped other students understand the assignments when many were out in his class.
HAT DAY
Every Tuesday throughout the remainder of the school year will be hat day. The cost of wearing a hat will be $1.00. Please make plans now to participate!
GUITARS FOR KIDS
Each year, an organization called Guitars for Kids partners with RS Guitarworks of Winchester, Kentucky to bring a well-deserving child a new guitar. The only requirement is for the student to have a love of music and benefit from this gift.
This year, Gabe Brown received a brand new Yamaha acoustic guitar. He was so excited and overwhelmed! Gabe is a student in both band and orchestra and plans to continue his musical endeavor throughout high school. Congratulations!
ANNUAL HOMECOMING DANCE
From decorating to a costume competition and a night filled with 80s tunes, our annual homecoming dance was a fun evening for everyone! THINGS were certainly STRANGER than they had been in years past!
STRANGER THINGS COLORING CONTEST
We would like to congratulate Curtis, Hailey, and Kelsie as the winners of our Stranger Things coloring contest! We also want to congratulate Xavier Marshall (not pictured) for creating the best Stranger Things-inspired demogorgon!
VALENTINE'S DAY FUNDRAISER
Do you want to send a special treat to your sweetheart? Or maybe just a good friend? Wurtland Middle School eighth-grade students are selling these cute and cuddly sweet treats to raise money for their end-of year luau.
Items included in the gift bag are a stuffed animal (items will vary), candy, and a Valentine's Day fortune cookie. The cost? Only $5.00! Students may send them to other students and/or teachers to be delivered on Valentine's Day. Parents, you may also stop by our main office if you would like to purchase one to be delivered to your student.
Help us to spread the love! And, as always, please reach out with any questions!
