Zebra Nation,
Our first 5 day week is in the books. Getting fully back into the swing with routines now.
Class Bells / Tardy to Class / Hall Sweeps --
- We have a bell that rings to release students to go to their next class.
- We have a warning bell that rings, to alert our students that their next class will be starting in 60 seconds.
- We then have a bell that rings to start the next class. All students should be inside their classroom when the start of class bell rings.
- Any student(s) that is not inside their class when the start of class bell rings, is tardy and subject to being picked up in a hall sweep by our leadership team.
- After the hall sweeps: if a student is picked up *3 times, they will be issued an ISS (in school suspension). After the *4th time, the student will be given an OSS (out of school suspension). The OSS will be progressive (*5th time is 1 day of OSS, *6th time is 2 days of OSS, *7th time is 3 days of OSS, *8th time is 5 days of OSS, and *9th time is 10 days of OSS).
- We will reset the Hall Sweep Tardies each month.
- Students are expected to get to class on time and to stay in class.
- We will begin to run Hall Sweeps, with consequences this week!
Other Important Information β
- There are no hoods on heads INSIDE the building. This is for the safety of everyone in the building, as we HAVE to be able to identity every person INSIDE our building at all times. No hoods on heads!
- As high schoolers, young adults, you are responsible for cleaning up after yourself. Throw your own trash away at your table in the cafeteria.
- Your lunch schedule is based on your 4th hour teacher. They will tell you what lunch you have: A, B, or C. We also have it posted in the halls around WMHS. You need to be in the lunch that you are assigned to or you will be marked absent and this will be considered as skipping.
- Again, as high schoolers, young adults, you are responsible for cleaning up after yourself. Be responsible. Throw your own trash away at your table in the cafeteria.
- Take pride in WMHS! Itβs all of our second home! We have a beautiful school. Keep it clean, nice, and neat.
- *Food Deliveries - students cannot have food delivered to WMHS during school hours. We cannot have food deliverers showing up all around WMHS, having students opening doors, putting the building at risk.
- *Buses - please know that the buses roll out in about 5 or 6 minutes at the end of the day. As a result, you need to be quick in getting to them once the 2pm bell rings to end our day.
As we get going in this school year, itβs very important that you get into routines AND that β
- You are at school every day.
- You get to class on time.
- You stay in class, where the 'teaching and learning' happens with you and your teacher.
- You make good choices! Choices have consequences and we will enforce the Code of Conduct. Please know that violent acts will not be tolerated!
- And always remember - You got this. We got you.
Career Tech Students -- (from the Career Tech Administration)
- Please be mindful that Wayne-Westland students should park ONLY at their respective home high school. Transportation has been arranged for Wayne Memorial students. Due to the limited parking spaces of over 1100 students and the restaurant, we urge strict adherence to this policy. Exceptions are granted for students with higher-level work-based learning experiences, provided they obtain approval from both schools' administrative teams. Students who drive without permission may face disciplinary consequences.
UPDATE! WMHS vs. JGHS Football Game --
- JGHS scheduled WMHS as their homecoming game this year.
- FYI. Please note: the WMHS vs. JGHS football game will now be played at 5pm on Friday, 9/27/24 at JGHS.
WMHS Homecoming --
- Homecoming Week: September 30 - October 5.
- The game is Friday evening (7pm) on October 4. The Dance is Saturday evening (6:30-9:30pm) on October 5.
- Ticket sales for the Dance will end on Friday, 9/20/24.
Have an amazing Weekend!
#WaynePride
Cory J. Gildersleeve
Principal
Important 1st Quarter Dates
September 2024
19th - NWEA Testing #1
- 19th - Seniors = Sunrise, Voter Registration, C+CR Presentation
Sept 30th-Oct 5th: Wayne Memorial Homecoming Week
October 2024
2nd - COUNT DAY
3rd - Homecoming Pep Rally: 5th and 6th Hours
4th - Homecoming Fair: 4-6pm
4th - Homecoming Game: 7pm
5th - Homecoming Dance: 6:30-9:30pm
9th and 10th - Parent / Teacher Conferences
24th - Picture Retake Day
25th - 1st Quarter Ends
Wayne Memorial is very proud of its instrumental music program! In these pictures, you will see the Concert Band class practicing for their fall concert. These students learn timing and coordination to create beautiful music together. Watch for school communications with more information and plan to attend their performance on October 24.
Student Council
Disney Homecoming is almost upon us.
The WMHS homecoming dance will be Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 6:30 - 9:30 pm at Wayne Memorial High School. Cost is $25 per person.
Last week students received a Google Form link to fill out as their dance contract. Dance contracts are no longer available for students.
Homecoming ticket sales will occur the during the week of September 16 through September 20. Ticket sales will happen before and after school in room 251 as well as in the lunchroom at all lunches. The contract must have been completed before students will be able to purchase a homecoming ticket. Once again, dance contracts are no longer available. The cost of a Homecoming ticket is $25 and must be paid in cash.
Homecoming Events
9/30-10/4: Spirit Week - Spirit Days Listed below
10/3: Pep Rally - information on game participation coming soon
10/4: Hoco Fair 4pm - 6pm, Hoco Game 7pm, Crowning Royalty at halftime
10/5: Hoco Dance at WMHS 6:30pm - 9:30pm. Tickets and ID required for entry
Upward Bound
Upward Bound is a federally funded program that we are fortunate to have here at WMHS. This program is designed to assis, encourage, and motivate students who have the potential and desire to continue their education beyond high school. Currently there are 69 students in the program. Beginning October 4, 2024, new students will be able to begin application process. Please stop by the Upward Bound Office (in the library) for more information.
- New Member recruitment process:
- Upward Bound presententation will be in 9th grade social studies classes on October 4, 2024.
- Interested students will need to come to the goal setting meeting on either Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 2 - 3 or on Friday, October 25, 2024 from 6:30 - 7 am.
- Essay is due on Friday, November 15, 2024.
- Application and tax information are due Friday, December 13, 2024.
- Interviews will be Monday, January 27, 2025 through Friday, January 31, 2025, by appointment.
- Selection committee will meet on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
- New recruits will be announced on Friday, February 7, 2025
- Current members: mandatory meeting 1st hr on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Report to lecture hall. Remember, you are responsible for any missing work.
- Mum sale begins 9/11/2024. Each member is expected to sell 2 mums.
Champions of Wayne - Time to Sign Up for Success!
π¦ Keep those contracts coming! π¦
We are excited to say over 100 scholars so far have decided to join Champions! We're off to a great recruitment start - and there's still 3 weeks left to join! Come be a part of a supportive mentoring team, work towards your goals, and make a little extra π²along the way.
Announcement - We have moved! πΊ
While we are sad to leave our second-floor home, Champions is excited to share we are now a part of the first-floor action in Room 110. Please come and visit us as we get settled into our new space!
Mentor Shirt Day - π
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, you may notice a lot of staff wearing their Champions of Wayne mentor shirt. This is a great way to identify a potential mentor for yourself and set yourself up for success. Additionally, if you need help finding someone, let us know and we will be more than happy to help! We want each of you to feel welcomed and secure in your high school career - and having a mentor is a great way to make that connection and find your place. π
Contracts - π
We have made them short and sweet! Please feel free to stop by our office to get a contract. If we are not in, we have some available in a folder on our door. You can also download a copy here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cjuu0QNmBIJHYjFKn0034ZLFhdf0VwU9/view?usp=sharing
But don't delay - contracts are due by OCTOBER 4th!
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email us at tgccow@gmail.com or visit us in room 110.
ABOUT US:
Email: gildersleevec@wwcsd.net
Website: https://www.wwcsd.net/schools/high-schools/wayne-memorial-high-school/
Phone: (734) 419- 2200
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