Timberwolf Times
Volume 6, Issue 8 - September 17, 2023
A Message from Dr. Lowry
We are entering the final 4 days of the 1st Six Weeks grading period. Friday is a student holiday, and I am sure a much needed break for our students. Please check HAC and encourage your students to speak with teachers about their final six weeks grades.
In a few weeks we will be rolling out our school-wide, positive behavioral interventions and support (PBIS) virtual store. Our PTA sponsors this program and helps us with the store weekly. Our staff will start awarding points for students who showcase Respect the PACK (Prepared, Accountable, Courageous, Kind) characteristics. Students who are awarded points, will be able to purchase items from our PBIS store.
Both our Football and Volleyball teams take on Beck JH this week. See information below for their locations. Our Cross County athletes are doing a great job representing WCJH, and the team will run this week at Cinco Ranch Jr High. As always if you can get out and watch any of our athletes they would love your support.
Finally, this past Friday, we had the privilege of hosting our 6th graders to their very own pep rally! By the smiles on their faces, it was a great success welcoming them to the PACK. As always, we encourage your students to get involved and help spread the Timberwolf spirit.
Here’s to the start of another great week at WoodCreek!
GO TIMBERWOLVES!
Dr. Andrew Lowry
Principal
WoodCreek Junior High
This Week in Timberwolf Nation...
Sunday, September 17
- Constitution Day
Monday, September 18
- Cheer Practice 4:15-5:15pm
- 7th Grade Boys Football vs. Beck @ CRHS 5:15-8:15pm
Tuesday, September 19
- Orchestra Rehearsal & Photos @ WJCH 4:10-8:00pm
- WCJH Theatre Rehearsal 4:10-6:00pm
- Cheer Practice 4:15-5:15pm
- 8th Grade Boys Football vs. Beck @ CRHS 5:15-8:15pm
Wednesday, September 20
- WCJH Theatre Rehearsal 4:10-6:00pm
- 7th Grade Girls Volleyball vs. Beck JH @ WCJH 5:15-8:15pm
- 8th Grade Girls Volleyball vs. Beck JH @ BJH 5:15-8:15pm
Thursday, September 21
- Cross Country @ CRJH 5:30-8:00pm
Friday, September 22
- WCJH Theatre Rehearsal: 4:10-6:00pm
A Look Ahead...
Monday, September 25
- 7th Grade Boys Football vs. Tays JH @ OTHS 5:15-8:15pm
Tuesday, September 26
- WCJH Theatre Rehearsal 4:10-6:00pm
- 8th Grade Boys Football vs. Tays JH @ OTHS 5:15-8:15pm
Wednesday, September 27
- WCJH Theatre Rehearsal 4:10-6:00pm
- Cross Country @ MCJH 5:30-8:00pm
Thursday, September 28
- 7th Grade Girls Volleyball vs. BDJH @ BDJH 5:15-8:15pm
- 8th Grade Girls Volleyball vs. BDJH @ WCJH 5:15-8:15pm
Friday, September 29
- American Indian Heritage Day
- WCJH Theatre Rehearsal 4:10-6:00pm
PBIS AT WCJH
PBIS is a school-wide behavioral incentive program that WCJH uses and it is sponsored by our incredible PTA. Throughout the year , our staff recognizes and rewards students with PBIS points for positive behavior and displaying actions that follow RPACK.
Our first PBIS store will be on October 6th! This is when students can cash in their points earned for various store items.
NOMINATE A TEACHER FOR RESPECT
SAFE FIREARM STORAGE RESOURCES
House Bill 3, (88th Texas Legislature) requires the Texas School Safety Center, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), to provide school districts information and other resources regarding the safe storage of firearms, including information on section 46.13 of the Texas Penal Code, for distribution to parents/guardians and community.
The Texas DPS has created a public relations campaign – Keep ’Em Safe Texas – that offers free downloadable resources to promote safe gun storage. Below you will find links to resources in English and Spanish.
Program Overview 8.5 × 11 Flyer: English / Spanish
12 × 18 Poster: English / Spanish
How to Talk to Others About Gun Safety 8.5 × 11 Flyer: English / Spanish
Ways to Safely Store Guns (Devices) 8.5 × 11 Flyer: English / Spanish
FIREFLIES & FOOD TRUCK NOVEMBER 9, 2023
2023-2024 IPR (Interim Progress Report) and Report Card Dates
Secondary Progress Report Card Dates (viewable by 10 AM):
- 09/06/2023
- 10/17/2023
- 12/05/2023
- 01/24/2024
- 03/19/2024
- 05/07/2024
Secondary Report Card Dates (viewable by 10 AM):
- 09/27/2023
- 11/08/2023
- 01/05/2024
- 02/22/2024
- 04/17/2024
- 05/25/2024
To view your student’s IPR/ Report Card, login to MyKaty Cloud and select the Home Access (HAC) tile:
Select the “Grades” icon – IPR or Report Card Tab
WCJH ADVISORY SCHEDULE
Counselors at WCJH will present a beginning of the year guidance lesson to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students during advisory.
The lesson will cover the following topics: (1) when to see the counselor, (2) how to see the counselor, (3) guidelines for exiting KAP courses, (4) the WCJH mission, (5) tips for suicide prevention, and (6) the SpeakUP App.
If you have any questions, please contact your child’s grade level counselor.
Picture Day - SAVE THE DATE - Oct. 6th
WASHINGTON DC CLOSE UP TRIP
EXPRESS YOURSELF BY APPLYING TO PTA REFLECTIONS
GIFTED AND TALENTED SCREENING
ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK
COLLEGE AND CAREER WEBINAR SERIES
It’s never too early to start thinking about high school and preparing for post-secondary learning. Katy ISD is offering a series of webinars to help educate students and their parents about a variety of topics related to SchooLinks, high school readiness and post-secondary options. Registration is not required.
SAVE THE DATE FOR COLLEGE & CAREER NIGHT OCTOBER 11th
The Academic Counseling, College and Career Guidance Department will offer College and Career Connection Webinars on Wednesdays from 6pm-7pm each week beginning August 30th. The live presentations will take place via Zoom Webinar. Participants are not required to register for each individual session. Presentations will be recorded and placed on the Academic Counseling webpage.
For more information, please contact Remona Clark at remonalclark@katyisd.org.
Tutorial Information at WoodCreek Junior High
They will be held from 8:20-8:50am per the subject and grade schedule.
Students will enter the building for tutorials between 8:15-8:30am at the BACK of the school, on the academic end of the building, through the door near Rm 1173 (Ms. Henry). Students arriving after 8:30am will not be permitted to attend tutorials and will have to enter the building through the school’s main entrance.
EARLY STUDENT PICK-UP REMINDER
PTA CORNER...
we are better as a pack
WOODCREEK JR HIGH ATHLETIC CORNER
2023-2024 WCJH Bell Schedule
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Contact Information
Mission Statement: WoodCreek Junior High, in partnership with the community, parents, and students, will provide a safe, positive, engaging learning environment that is devoted to empowering each student to become a productive, responsible, respectful citizen while achieving academic excellence.
Website: https://www.katyisd.org/WCJH
Location: 1801 Woodcreek Bend Lane, Katy, TX, USA
Phone: (281) 234-0800
Facebook: facebook.com/woodcreekjrhigh/
Twitter: @WoodCreekJrHigh
WCJH Administrative Team
Dr. Andrew Lowry - Principal
Karla Beek Assistant Principal - Student Support
Lauren Merriman Assistant Principal - 6th Grade
Ryan Saam Assistant Principal - 7th Grade
Derek Ankney Assistant Principal - 8th Grade
Jessie Clay Counselor - 6th Grade
Meghan McCarthy Counselor - 7th Grade
Aiesha Mercadel Counselor - 8th Grade
School Information
Instructional Calendar 2023-2024 Click Here
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Bus Transportation Click Here
Student Code of Conduct Click Here
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