Update 11-17

All WBMS 8th graders will visit WBHS for an informational tour regarding 9th grade & attending WBHS.

All students are pre-approved for the bus transportation on in-district field trips, no permission slip is required.

This trip is designed to give our 8th graders the opportunity to meet high school administrators, counselors, and tour the school along with some high school students. Our goal is to ease the transition to 9th grade and allow our current 8th graders a chance to ask general questions.

8th grade teachers are attending the trip as chaperones. If, for any reason, you are opting your student OUT of this experience, please complete this Google Form.

Students will return to WBMS in time for 5th hour class, Lunch & Recess.

USE THIS LINK to place your order for an 8th Grade Sweatshirt.

A parent will need to create an account & order online.

Log IN

Click on Products

Select the color & size, enter your last name for the back of the shirt.

We are NOT taking orders at the school.

WMBS Parent/Teacher Conferences

The registration site is now closed.

If you missed the registration window, please email teachers directly to inquire about an appointment.

Here is the link for SchoolSoft to review your appointments:

https://wbsd.schoolsoft.com/login.jsf;jsessionid=0B1E2BA8DE979AAFFF244BE6E9DBA88B?reason=start

WBSD is currenlty piloting the REVEAL Math series for grades 6-12. Ms. Sonja James & Mrs. Hadeel Azzo are conducting in-person student interviews to collect data regarding our student's experience with the new program. Only a random selection of students will be participating to elevate student voices around their math experiences. Data will be shared with our pilot teachers and the WBSD Math Department.

Each student has an assigned workbook to use in class each day. Students are currently able to access the online book and materials to review the coursework at home.

Our Cafeteria Crew is very special. We serve nearly 800 student lunches each day! We are so fortunate to have fresh food options, served with love every day. Students are encouraged to get into line promptly to ensure they receive the lunch of their choice. Our staff portions the food offerings to serve equitable amounts during each of the four lunches. Fresh salads are an option each day. Deli sandwiches are made to order, including a toaster to warm them up. Recently we enjoyed homemade pot pies (chicken and beef), orange chicken and fried rice, baked potatoes with toppings, homemade tomato soup & grilled cheese, and the walking tacos & nachos deluxe are always student favorites!

Remind your student to wear their lanyard and ID to be served at the front of the line. This is the FAST PASS at lunch. All students will be served, however those students without IDs slow down the checkout and will need wait to check out last.

It is a safety measure to have appropriate school identification for all WBSD staff members and our students.

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 identification. 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.

After-School Detention

We will have after-school detentions this week. Detention will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15-4:15 in the Upper Teal House. If your student is assigned an after-school detention, you will receive an automated phone call with details regarding the date and reason for the detention.
Plan to pick up your student at the main entrance of the school at 4:15.
Please reach out to Ms. Barnes at haley.barnes@wbsd.org or (248) 865-4496 with any questions.

Student Disciplinary Records
If you have questions about your child’s disciplinary record, please contact the principal.

David Gardner, david.gardner@wbsd.org

Monday, Nov. 18:

After School Tutoring: 3:30-4:30 (pre-registration required)
Math Pentathlon: 3:15-4:15
Girls Yoga: 3:15-4:15

Tuesday, Nov. 19:

NO Girls Empowered this week

After School Detention - N 228

Wednesday, Nov. 20

3:15-4:15 GSA Club

After School Tutoring 3:15-4:30

Parent/Teacher Conferences Virtual

Thursday, Nov. 21:

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM - After school detention - N228

Friday, Nov. 22:

Half Day- Dismissal at 11:22

Parent /Teacher Conferences at the school

Upcoming Important Dates:

November 27th NO SCHOOL

November 28-29 Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL

Late Start Dates:

December 11th

January 8th

January 22nd

February 5th

February 26th

March 12th

April 2nd

April 23rd

May 7th

May 21st

January 16th & 17th HALF DAYS of School

January 20th NO SCHOOL

Feb 17-18 NO SCHOOL

LINK to WBSD Calendar

We've launched our Middle School House Helpers, a new spin on Elementary "Room Parents". At WBMS we have 6 houses: Upper and Lower Blue, Upper and Lower Yellow & Upper and Lower Teal. Use this opportunity to help out with activities, support our classroom teachers, spend time with students who might need extra support, help monitor hallways/bathrooms and be a friendly source of support for our students.

We love to have our middle school parents involved and engaged at the school.

Please make sure that your iChat background check is up to date in our main office. Approval needs to be up to date the evening prior to your selected date. Ms. Jazmine will verify all iChat applications. Reach out for assistance: jazmine.paige@wbsd.org

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, jermaine.evans@wbsd.org

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

PARENTS, we need your help. We do not have staff supervision for students who are waiting for a ride home. It would be helpful to have the front of the building cleared by 3:30. We appreciate your help with this.

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.

Please be cautious in the car line. Students should enter the car on the passenger side of your vehicle. We cannot have students passing between cars and walking across the lanes of traffic in the car line. Please do not double park, leave the passing lane open for cars to pass through.

Students should enter/exit the car at the curb, through the passenger side of the vehicle. Thank you for protecting our students and caring for their safety.

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.

Pre-order your yearbook today 🙂 The price is now $40

Our WBMS GOT TALENT show is scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2025.

MANDATORY Dress Rehearsal will take place on Friday, March 14th.

Kids get ready to show off their amazing talents!

The first round of auditions will take place after school on Friday, December 13th. Each participant will need to audition. More details and information will be emailed to all registered participants.

Parents...We’d love your help to make this a huge success for both our students and the community.

We’re also looking for a few volunteers to join our planning committee.

Here is the SignUp Genius link with different roles, so feel free to choose whatever works best for you. (Parents and Staff members are welcome to volunteer)

Thank you!! Let’s create an unforgettable event where our students’ talents can truly SHINE!

STUDENT REGISTRATION Google FORM

Students are able to participate in ONE solo act and ONE group act.

2024- 2025 School Year Officers

President, Renai Mayle

Co-Vice President, Monique Williams

Co-Vice President, Laarnie Magsombal

Treasurer, Sesilee Langs

Secretary, Amanda Oliver

Member at Large, Kristin Murray

Member at Large, Dianne Maury

PR, Terri Hoyer Compton

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

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

WBSD ATHLETIC CALENDAR

CASA (Chaldean American Student Association)
All students are welcome to attend.

Contact Ms. Jabiro for more information: crystal.jabiro@wbsd.org.

Girls are pre-registered to attend.

The group meets on Tuesdays in Upper Blue, after school. Pick up time is 4:30.

NO MEETING ON 11-19-24

All students are welcome to attend. Ms. Fatimah Muhammad, our school psychologist, facilitates this club.

Mr. Inch, mario.inchaustegui@wbsd.org

Meets every other Thursday in room C132, after school.

Please email Mrs. Abeska if you would like more information about the upcoming book club meetings.

Information Slideshow

julie.abeska@wbsd.org

West Bloomfield Wrestling Club focuses on developing the fundamentals of folk-style wrestling, while also focusing on the discipline and mental toughness that are needed to be successful in the sport.

Ages: Kindergarten thru 8th Grade (boys and girls)
Location: West Bloomfield Middle School Multipurpose Room & Gym
Season: November thru March
Coaches: Tom DeGrand, Carlos Acosta, Mike Zimnicki, James Hitchcock, Tim Burzynski, and Greg Goidosik

Contacts: Coach DeGrand (thomas.degrand@wbsd.org) or Andrea Frank (andrea.frank@wbsd.org)

Registration: CLICK HERE

Club Facebook Page: Facebook

Club Website: Club Website

Mrs. Hanna Kim, hanna.kim@wbsd.org

Meets every other Tuesday after school

Dear Parents of West Bloomfield School District Students,

If your child is a student (3 to 26 years of age) in the West Bloomfield Schools, s/he can also participate in the 2024-25 Fueling Kids’ Future--One Meal at a Time program (previously known as Blessings in a Backpack). This program sends six non-perishable meals home each Friday of the school year. Its goal is to make sure that no child goes hungry on the weekend. Run by volunteers, there is NO cost to you.

To enroll in this program, please fill out this form and return it to your school office or email it to katherinesheiko@hotmail.com. This registers your child/ren in the Fueling Kid’s Future--One Meal at a Time program and alerts us to any allergies they might have.

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