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WFBMS FAMILY NEWS

November 11, 2024

WFBMS FAMILYNEWSNovember 11, 2024

Greetings Middle School Families,

The month of November is one chock full of activities at the middle school. Last Friday, we honored veterans in our community with an all-school assembly organized by Ms. Lynch and the student council. In a moving tribute, our orchestra and choir performed songs to honor those who served our country, Mr. Hayes and Mr. Williams highlighted letters written by our 8th graders to veterans going on the honor flight, and learners shared historical information about our nation and the military. It was truly a special day. This week, we have our 6th grade band concert and the PTO Holiday Boutique on Thursday, November 14th and next week, we have a choir and 8th grade band concert. I encourage you to come in and see the talents of our learners on full display. They have been working hard to prepare for these performances since the start of the year. Additionally, I hope you come in for the Holiday Boutique, which runs from 4:00-8:00. This is an ideal chance to get a jump on your holiday shopping. There will be a multitude of local vendors as well as a silent auction. This is a major fundraising event for our PTO and open to the public. Please bring friends and neighbors to show your support. Additionally, the PTO is still looking for parent volunteers. Please consider supporting this event with your time. There is a link further down in the newsletter to sign up, if you are interested. I look forward to seeing all of you at the boutique and concerts!


Best.


Geoff Pontus

Principal

Mark Your Calendar!

  • November 12- 7PM- PTO Public Meeting- LMC
  • November 14- 4 to 8 PM- Holiday Boutique- New Gym
  • November 14- 7 PM- 6th Band Concert- Center Gym

WFB HS Coding Club invites all Middle School Girls to join our first coding workshop sessions of the school year.

In honor of Computer Science Education week, the High School coding club will offer two Coding workshops for Middle school students. The workshops are designed specifically for 6th-8th girls. Students will work collaboratively to create games using SCRATCH and learn to create their first Python programs.


Bay Girls Coding Club will meet Fridays after school Dec. 6 and 13.


Ms. Clausen will walk the middle school students over to the HS after school. Please meet her in the MS Library after school. Coding club will meet from 3:40-5:00 PM. Light snacks will be provided. Sign up for these two December sessions by completing this form by Tuesday, Nov. 26. Additional Coding Club sessions will be offered in winter and spring with separate sign up.

Athletics

Wrestling registration is now open for any 6th-8th grade student. The Wrestling season begins January 6, 2025. WRESTLING REGISTRATION


Girls' Volleyball registration is now open. Girls Volleyball is available to any 7th & 8th grade students interested in playing competitive volleyball. The Girls Volleyball season begins January 21, 2025. Girls Volleyball Registration


Please contact Mr. Danaher at pat.danaher@wfbschools.com with any athletics questions.

Volunteers Needed for Holiday Boutique!

The WFBMS Holiday Boutique would not be possible without our volunteers! If you are interested and available to help the day before or the day of the event, please Click Here to Sign Up


Whitefish Bay Middle School Holiday Boutique 2024!

We are excited to host the Whitefish Bay Middle School Holiday Fair this Thursday from 4-8pm in the Whitefish Bay Middle School Gym. The event is open to the public and entrance is free!

We have a wide variety of vendors selling unique items, including jewelry, seasonal food items, gifts, clothing, decor, as well as a bake sale run by the Student Council and an amazing silent auction! Admission is free and open to the public. For parents attending the 6th grade band concert, the boutique will be open before the concert starts!

Check out our exciting list of vendors!


Questions? Please email the WFBMS PTO at wfbmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com.

Cancelation of School Activities due to Weather or Other Emergencies

As cooler weather arrives in Wisconsin, please review the linked communication from Dr. Foeckler related to Policy 723.4: Emergency School Closing. Additional information about school closings can be found on the District website.

Bay Gives Back- Thanksgiving Meals

Bay Gives Back is continuing its partnership for a third year in a row with Cass St. Elementary School in Milwaukee's Lower East Side neighborhood. Each Thanksgiving they help provide the fixings for Thanksgiving meals for their families most in need. We are looking for 50 families to sponsor a meal this holiday season. You will be tasked to buy a list of items needed to help a family make a Thanksgiving meal (turkey not included). We will be collecting these meals on November 19th and 20th after school in the High School Rotunda from 3:45-5:30.


If you and your family would like to help us bring some holiday cheer this year please sign up using this link! An email with all the specifics will be sent after signing up!

WFB Public Education Foundation Annual Pledge

The WFB Public Education Foundation’s 2024 Annual Fall Pledge Drive kicked off on October 9th! The Foundation provides immediate support to Whitefish Bay Schools and helps fund innovative educational projects, continuing teacher education, student scholarships and provides emergency funding.



Your donations are vital to the District’s long-term growth and success. With your support, we can help ensure continued academic, artistic and athletic excellence.


The campaign takes place October 9 – December 31. Show your support for our students and our schools by donating at www.educatethebay.com TODAY!

Upcoming School Board Meetings:

The community is welcome to attend School Board meetings to gain a better understanding of School District business and the role of the School Board. The public is also invited to address the Board during the public comment portion as indicated in Board meetings. Meeting agendas are posted within BoardDocs two days preceding each meeting.

  • Meeting dates located under featured tab/documents
  • Agendas located under featured or meeting tabs

Board Meeting Takeaways

Curious about what is discussed at School Board Meetings? Linked below, you'll find key takeaways from recent School Board Meetings.

October 23 Board Meeting Takeaways

October 9 Board Meeting Takeaways

September 18 Board Meeting Takeaways

September 4 Board Meeting Takeaways

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