Wildcat news

Dear WVMS Community,

As we approach the final months of the school year, we are preparing for the AASA state assessments, which will take place from March 31 through April 25. These assessments are an important opportunity for our students to demonstrate their learning and growth.

Attendance during testing is critical. The results not only help our teachers tailor instruction to student needs, but they are also used by high schools for acceptance decisions and class placements. Please ensure your child is present and ready to do their best each day.

We are excited to see the progress our students have made this year and appreciate your partnership in supporting their success!

Additionally, we encourage you to review our progress toward our 2024-2025 school goals in the information below. Your engagement and support help shape the future of WVMS.

Thank you for your continued commitment to our students and school community!

Warm regards,

Dr. Nardi

Principal, Western Valley Middle School

Your feedback is essential to helping us create the best learning environment for our students. We invite you to take a few minutes to complete the FESD 2024-25 Stakeholder Needs Assessment Survey. The survey links are found below. Your insights will guide us as we plan for the upcoming school year, ensuring that we continue to meet the needs of our students, families, and staff.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making Western Valley Middle School a great place to learn and grow!

Our eighth grade students are working on a school spirit project on our back field fence. When complete, the design will have a large Wildcat and the word WILDCATS spread out on the fence by our soccer/flag football field. Special thanks to Mr. Frimpong and Mr. Louie for getting the project started with our students this past week. More updates on the progress will be shared as we get closer to completion.

Student ID replacement is $5.00. Students will also be charged $1.00 for any extra lanyards and 50 cents for plastic ID pouches. Thank you.

FESD Policy:

Electronic devices including, but not limited to, cell phones, handheld devices, media players, watches, earbuds, or other similar gadgets are not allowed to be used or displayed during the school day, from the beginning to the end, unless a staff member specifically instructs or permits their use for educational purposes. It is important that these devices do not disrupt the learning

environment, compromise safety, or affect the well-being of others. Please note that the school district cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage, or theft of such devices, and students bringing such devices to school or a school event do so at their own risk.

To maintain a focused and respectful learning environment at Western Valley Middle School, we have a clear policy regarding cell phones and wearable tech:

• All cell phones must be turned off and kept in backpacks throughout the school day. This includes lunch, recess, and passing periods.
• If a cell phone is seen out during the school day, it will be confiscated. The phone can be picked up by a parent or guardian (not the student) in the office after school or before school the following day. This policy will apply to each offense.
• Wearable technology, such as smartwatches, will be subject to the same policy if they become a distraction.