WMHS Weekly Information

Zebra Nation,

As the weather begins to change and the temperature drops, our scholars will 'bundle up' to stay warm each day. Please note, that our policy of no hoods on heads and no full face coverings inside WMHS is still on.... The WMHS Administrative Team needs to be able to identify everyone inside the building at all times. This is for the safety of the building (staff, students, and guests). Parents/Guardians - please speak to your scholar about this policy. For the scholars that continuously break this policy where we are repeat asking them to remove a face covering and/or take the hood off their head, they will be placed in our ISS room and then progress to an OSS from school. Again, this is for the safety of the WMHS Building.

#StrongerTogether

Bathroom issues - recently, we have had another uptick with bathrooms issues at WMHS with graffiti on the walls, toilets and sinks getting broken, handles on faucets getting broken, and vaping. Please speak to your scholar about this: 1.) To not take part in those things, and/or 2.) Report it to an adult if they see anything like that happening in the bathroom, so that we can take action.

#StrongerTogether

Few Things for this Week:

• Class of 2027 is having 'penny wars' during our lunches this week
• College Application Day on Wednesday
• WMHS Spooktacular on Wednesday
• Band and Orchestra Concert on Thursday
• *End of the 1st Quarter on Friday

Have a great week!

Cory J. Gildersleeve

Principal

"I've always believed that anybody with a little ability, a little guts, and the desire to apply himself can make it." ~~W. Shoemaker

#WaynePride

Mon, 10/21

• Full Day

Tues, 10/22

• Full Day

Wed, 10/23

• Full Day
• College Application Day
  
• UB Recruitment, Goal Setting, 2:10pm
  
• WMHS Spooktacular, 4:30-6pm

Thurs, 10/24

• Full Day
• Picture Make-Up Day
  
• Fall Band and Orchestra Concert, 7pm
  

Fri, 10/25

• Full Day
• UB Recruitment, Goal Setting, 6:30am
  
• *End of 1st Quarter!!

October 2024

• 23rd - College Application Day
  

• 23rd - Upward Bound goal setting meeting 2:10pm
  
• 23rd - Spooktacular 4:30-6pm
  
• 24th - Picture Retake Day
  
• 25th - Upward Bound goal setting meeting 6:30am
  
• 25th - 1st Quarter Ends
  
• 31st - 1st - Mobile Dentist here
  

Physics students are completing an engineering and design project this week to to solve a real world problem - how can you get water from a well with no electricity and minimal supplies? They are building a functional model of a windmill that is capable of lifting a cup of marbles from the floor to the table top when the project is placed in front of a fan. It's a fabulous way for students to illustrate how energy changes form but is conserved.

Student Council will be hosting Spooktacular on Wednesday, October 23 from 4:30-6pm for all children 5th grade and under. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The cost to attend the event is $2 and all proceeds made from this community event will be donated to our own WMHS food pantry, Zebra Hope.

Our amazing student council members volunteered at the district trunk or treat event this past week. Thank you students for being the wonderful role models in our community. Please know you are seen and appreciated!!!

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:

• 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

- If you are interested in Upward Bound but not in 9th grade, come see Mrs. Webb or Ms. Moore in Upward Bound offices to get a pass for presentation.

- Field trip to Plymouth Orchard on October 16, 2024.

Interact is a community service based club. Each week they meet to plan and implement various service projects while having fun, meeting new people, and eating snacks.

Interact will meet Monday, October 14, 2024 2 pm in room 101.All are welcome!

Please see Mrs. Webb with any questions.

Bright Futures Hub

• Counselors, CCR, your College Advisor, and Career Counselor will be presenting to seniors on Tuesday, October 8 regarding plans after high school. This will include making Parchment accounts for seniors to send their transcripts to colleges.

• Counseling Department Website

• Quarter 1 Counseling Newsletter

• College and Career Hub

🦓 Zebra Scholars! 🦓

We are excited to say over 350 scholars have decided to join Champions! These individuals have taken a step towards improving their future, and hopefully making a lasting connection with their mentor.

If you missed the deadline for this semester, that's okay - you'll have the chance to sign up in the second semester. 🙂

Goal Approvals/Revisions - 📝

Be sure to be checking your email for updates on your goal. Ideally all emails/revisions will be sent out by Friday, October 18th.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email us at tgccow@gmail.com or visit us in room 110.

IT'S COMING!!!!!

• Athletic Director / Assistant Principal Mr. Mark Woodson

• Athletics Website

Come out and support our teams!

Go to https://waynememorialathletics.org/main/calendar for updated schedule of events. Please use this link for our most up-to-date upcoming games this week.

Student passes are available through Go Fan. You must have your student ID to purchase, Students will still need to show ID at the gate when redeeming tickets. The link is below. https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10119

• No Backpacks or School Bags allowed at home events.
• All Elementary and Middle School Students must be accompanied by an adult at all sporting events.
• Students must show ID at gate when redeeming ticket.
• No Re-Entry

Please support thse local businesses that support WMHS.

AKA Sports 34932 W. Michigan Ave Wayne

Dairy Queen 3007 S. Wayne Rd Wayne, MI

Flowers in the Mitten 34852 W.Michigan Ave Wayne, MI

Helium Studio 3127 S. Wayne Rd Wayne, MI

Snazzy Treats and Eats 35139 E Michigan Ave Wayne, MI

The safety and well-being of our staff and students is our top priority. Our students can be proactive in helping us in maintaining a safe school environment by reporting anonymous concerns promptly. Please encourage your child to report any potential safety concerns to a staff member or contact the OK2SAY program through the following channels:

• Call: 8-555-OK2SAY

• Text: 652729 (OK2SAY)

• Email: OK2SAY@mi.gov

Thank you for your continued support in ensuring the safety of our school community.

#StrongerTogether

Student 'Golden Tickets' - Starting Soon

Get Organized - use folders, eliminate clutter

Make Lists - list what needs to be done

Plan - break down list by how much time each item will take

Develop routines - set aside time each day to review the day and to study

Use your time wisely

Ask for help

• Attendance is the #1 factor in your academic performance!
• Come to school everyday!
• Get to class on time!
• Stay in class, as nothing good is happening in the halls during class time!
• Make good choices!
• Develop good habits!

Email: gildersleevec@wwcsd.net
Website: https://www.wwcsd.net/schools/high-schools/wayne-memorial-high-school/
Phone: (734) 419- 2200
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