Update 9-8

We look forward to seeing parents & students for our Open House/Meet the Teacher Event. This event is for currently enrolled WBMS students & their parents. Doors will open at 4:45 to give you time to arrive at Advisory by the 5:00 start time.

Student Safety is #1

Parents and students should promptly report any safety concerns they hear or see to one of the administrators.

It’s important that we work together to keep our school campus a safe place for all. When student safety is concerned, it's not tattling. Reports are kept confidental.

How to communicate:

• “Talk to Us” feature on our WBSD website
• Call the school office- 248-865-4480
• Email an administrator: david.gardner@wbsd.org, cindy.carson@wbsd.org, jermain.evans@wbsd.org

As a reminder, students who record altercations or use recording devices inappropriately will face disciplinary action.

Students,

You are invited to join the NEW....

WBMS Book Club

"Rappin'About Reading"!

Our club will meet after school, once a month.

You will receive a new book each month and it is yours to keep!

Our meetings run from 3:20-4:00 PM

You must be picked up outside the school by 4:00 PM

Sign up for our first informational meeting

being held on Monday, September 9 @ 3:20 PM

Hear about the books we will be reading and discussing and

pick up the first book we will discuss in October.

All future meeting dates will be shared.

Sign up here
(Students must be logged in & use their Google Account to access the registration form)

During our WBMS Orientation, several girls expressed interest in the Girl's Empowered Program. It's time to register & get our groups organized.

There will be 3 sessions of Girl's Empowered. Each session is a 5 week committment. Each group will be limited to 14 girls. Select from Session 1, 2, or 3. Dates are on the Google Form.

Students must be logged into their Google Account & Complete the registration form to select the session they would attend. REGISTER HERE

Amanda Thompson, from the Girl's Empowered Organization, will be facilitating this group.

Mrs. Carson will be our WBMS contact person.

Student Attendance is IMPORTANT and NECESSARY for school success. Our 7th hour classes run until 3:12, every day. Please make appointments and plans for after school activities that allow for your student to be present in their classroom learning activities until school is dismissed at 3:12. Please reach out to your student's counselor or administration with concerns or extenuating circumstances.

PARENT PICK UP:
Families may choose to park in the lot & have students WALK to your vehicle. Be mindful of pedestrians in the parking lot when driving in/out of the lot. We cannot block the entrance/exit for the buses. Thank you.

Should you need to pick up your student early, please be mindful of the end of the day routines for students. If you are calling the office to change dismissal plans for your student, it should be done by 2:30 PM.

The expectation is that ALL WBMS students will wear their lanyard wallet on the front side of their body at all times throughout the school day. This is for safety and identification purposes. We will ensure that each student has a lanyard. In the event that a lanyard is left at home, the student will receive a temporary sticker to wear for the day.

The wallet may be decorated. DO NOT cover the the clear plastic window. DO NOT modify your ID card, this includes covering your face or smearing out the image.

You may choose to swap out the string, however the wallet portion is a requirement.

Students are able to purchase a replacement ID card in the main office. $5 fee per replacement.

Lanyards are an additional $5 to replace.

In the event a student leaves their ID & lanyard at home, your student should let their ADVISORY teacher know. A temporary ID sticker will be provided to wear for the day. If we see a pattern, parents will be contacted. Thank you for your support to encourage our students to practice safe habits.

Here is the Nutrition Website: https://www.wbsd.org/departments/nutriton-services Here is the direct link to the forms: https://westbloomfield.familyportal.cloud/

Because of state funding, ALL students will recieve one FREE breakfast and one FREE Lunch again this year. Students are required to show their ID and lunch staff will scan their ID card.

Students... there will be 4 lines in the cafeteria (two lines for each area). We will direct students and keep the flow going through the lines. There is no "jumping the line", saving spots or cutting in front of other students. BE RESPECTFUL in the lunch lines.

SNACK LINE & Additional items are available for purchase. NO CASH. All payments are deducted from the student meal account. (see the nutrition site for details on loading funds to your student's account)

Photo Proof Envelopes were sent home with students.

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House Wars!

Congratulations Upper Teal for winning the scavenger hunt kickoff event.

This week we will be raffling bagel/donut gift cards. Students who are registered in the fund hub will be eligible to participate in the raffle.

House Wars is a fundraising competition between the 3 Houses of West Bloomfield Middle School: Blue (6th grade), Yellow (7th grade), and Teal (8th grade). The winning House earns bragging rights, a house party, an extra hour for Fun Day, and more. Individual contributors also get rewards. This is our largest fundraiser of the year and supports Fun Day, the Multicultural event, the Hygiene Closet, Teacher Appreciation, and more!

Last day to participate is October 18th.

Our Spirit Wear Portal is currently open through September 20th. There are a variety of items available.

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Delivery will take place approximately 3 weeks after the Portal close date and will be delivered to the student in their advisory class.

Thank you

Please reach out to us via email if you have any questions or if you would like to share your ideas with us.

WBMSlakerspto@gmail.com

2024- 2025 School Year Officers

President, Renai Mayle

Co-Vice President, Monique Williams

Co-Vice President, Laarnie Masgamol

Treasurer, Sesilee Langs

Secretary, Amanda Oliver

Member at Large, Kristin Murray

Member at Large, Dianne Maury

PR, Terri Hoyer Compton

Quick Links:

Calendar of WBMS PTO EVENTS (Draft 2024/25)

4th Thurs 7pm General PTO Meeting series

Donut/Bagel Sales Volunteer Sign Up Genius

Questions regarding athletics may be emailed to the coaches, or Mr. Evans: jermaine.evans@wbsd.org

Congratulations to all Laker Athletes who are participating in the fall sports.

Congratulations to our Cheerleaders & Girls Basketball players that made the teams.
Names will be posted at the main entrance on Monday, Sept. 9th.
Parents, check your email for sports information regarding schedules, updates for the football program and important notes regarding Cross Country.

Administrative Team

David Gardner, Principal: david.gardner@wbsd.org

Jermaine Evans, Assistant Principal: jermaine.evans.wbsd.org

Cindy Carson, Assistant Principal: cindy.carson@wbsd.org

Dean of Student Services

Haley Barnes, haley.barnes@wbsd.org

Website: https://www.wbsd.org/west-bloomfield-middle-school
Location: 6000 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township, MI

Phone: 248-865-4480

SAFE Line to Report Absences: 248-865-4482