WMS Friday Forecast

Every year we have a variety of student issues that are unique and interesting. These almost always have to do with what NOT to bring, do, or say at school. I've learned over the years that there is no such thing as "common sense" in middle school. (If it was common, we would all have it!)

So here is a list of things to consider when talking to your kids:

• Don't bring expensive headphones or earbuds to school. They often get lost or even stolen causing great distress! Our expectation is that they have wired headphones for school - and the cheaper the better.

• Let your kids know that it is not OK to talk about guns or hurting people at school. This includes internet searches. These are words that move our admin team into action quickly.

• Kids often think that their email is private, but it is not. Gaggle, our filtering company, lets us know when there are emails from a wide variety of topics. (self-harm, violence, hurting others, drugs, fighting, etc.)

• As silly as this sounds, remind students never to bring any drugs (including over-the-counter) or weapons to school. Even if these are brought in accidentally, they often have big consequences.

We appreciate your taking the time to talk to your RedHawk about these issues. By being proactive, we prevent issues in the future and keep all kids feeling safer.

Enjoy your weekend!

Tim

2nd Quarter Non-Attendance Days for Students

November 7 - School Improvement Planning Day

November 8 - Election Day Holiday

November 21-25- Thanksgiving Break

December 22-December 30 - Winter Break

1ST SEMESTER Early Release Days for Middle School

November 30 - Wednesday. Dismissal at 2:52 for all students

PLEASE NOTE ON YOUR CALENDAR!

When you calling in your child's absence please speak slowly, clearly and include the following:

• First and Last Name (please spell the last name)
• ID# if you have it
• Specific reason for your student's absence - if they are sick, please state their symptoms

Last year, we introduced our RedHawk Pride. This award is given by our teachers for a variety of reasons, from following our Guidelines for Success to Academic Achievement and Growth. We will begin presenting these awards again most weeks. We are proud of our RedHawks who work hard every day.

This week’s recipients (presented by):

Giovanni Aguilera (Team 6-1)

Aricin Bigda (Mr. Walker)

Molly Ehrmantraut (Team 7-1)

Layne Haugens (Team 7-1)

Jaelynn Hawkins (Mr. Masoncup)

Jaelynn Hawkins (Team 6-1)

Tristan Hernandez (Team 8-1)

Jayden Koltz (Team 7-1)

McKenzie Massie (Ms. Nichols)

Dean Minaglia (Team 6-1)

Maya Sheikh (Ms. Raymond)

Abigail Smith (Team 8-1)

Hiteshi Thakkar (Team 7-1)

Eddy Torres (Team 8-1)

Wyatt Walker (Mr. Hacker & Mr. Scurte)

Lacy Watson (Team 6-1)

Amber Yurek (Team 6-1)

Wredling is lucky to have some great security features such as a “buzzer” system and vestibule area before fully entering the school. With that said office staff will be asking you a few questions before you are “buzzed” in to gain entry to the vestibule area:

1. What is your name and the name of your student?

2. State the reason why you are at WMS.

A sign will soon be posted by the buzzer that will include the following instructions:

1. Please face the camera and push the button - wait for us to answer

2. State your name and the name of your student

3. State the reason for your visit to WMS.

4. Pull the door when a click sound occurs.

Once inside the vestibule, you will be asked for your ID if you are gaining entry into the school and also to pick up your student. Your ID will be run through the Raptor system. We utilize this safety system for parents picking up their students, or those coming into the school. A visitor pass will be provided to all adults entering the building.

Ideally, if you know in advance you will need to pick up your student early, plan to send them to the office with a note in the morning. Include your pickup time and reason they are leaving. We will give them a pass for 5 minutes prior to your planned pickup time. Our hope is to have them here waiting in the office when you come in to sign them out.

Please be patient when picking up your student as there are many times the office is quite busy. It takes some time for students to be called out of class, go to their locker and walk to the office. WMS is a big building.

First Phone: A Pre-Tween’s Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety and Etiquette
Presented by Dr. Catherine Pearlman

First Phone is a fun and informative illustrated kids’ guide to safely and productively navigating the digital landscape. Author Dr. Catherine Pearlman joins Parent University in a conversation on digital etiquette for children ages 8-12.

November 16, 2022 - Virtual

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Register Here

Those who register can receive free copies of the book at St. Charles Public Library or by requesting a copy be sent home with their child. Recording will be available after the presentation

Come immerse yourself in the wonderful, wacky world of Dr. Seuss! “Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family, and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!” – Music Theatre International

Nov 18-20, 2022
Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, 2:00 p.m.
Hemmens Cultural Center, Elgin

Presented through arrangement with Music Theatre International

#WredlingLearns

Website: wredling.d303.org
Location: 1200 Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL, USA
Phone: 331-228-3700
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