Oct 10- Vertical Teaming @ 8am

Oct 11- Parent University: Latte and Learn- Social Media 8:00-9:00am in the Media Center

Oct 11- Volleyball at Elkins Point MS @ 5:30pm

Oct 12- Marigold Meeting

Oct 12- Last day of 1st Quarter

Oct 12- Orchestra 7th and 8th Grade Fall Concert @ 6:30-8:00pm at WBMS

Oct 14- Fulton County MS Tennis Tournment at South Fulton Tennis Center @ 8am-5pm

Oct 14- GMEA Orchestra 1st Round Auditions at Centennial HS @ 9am-3pm

Oct 19- Flu Shots (sign up by Oct 16th)

Oct 25- NWLC Walkthrough

Oct 25- Community Balance Day

Oct 31- Literacy Day- dress as you favorite literary character

Nov 30- NWLC Walkthrough

Just a heads up that Margaret White and possibly a few other visitors will be in the building tomorrow.

We will have visitors from the NWLC community doing walkthroughs on Oct 25 and Nov 30.

If you don't already have an account, but would like one, please click the link below.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FAMILY DINNER AT MANGIA’S FOR OUR WBMS ROBOTICS CLUB ON WED,

OCTOBER 11, 2017 FROM 6PM-9PM.

MANGIA’S WILL DONATE 10% BACK TO WBMS ROBOTICS FOR OUR STUDENTS!

COME JOIN THE FUN!

MANGIA’S 770-619-9797

5354 MCGINNUS FERRY RD, ALPHARETTA

We have a few spots for 1 day attendance at GaETC. Please complete the Form to let us know if you are interested in attending.

If you are interested in being a vendor, complete the FORM with the items you plan to sell.

Past items sold in the Market Place:

Pottery painted -windows -jewelry -pillows -greeting cards -wreaths -picture frames -cake plates-ornaments -upcycled products-Lotion bars/soap -tooth fairy pillows -monogrammed trinket dishes- door hangers/decorations

Previous vendors who could answer any questions you have: (and forgive me if I leave your name off accidentally)

Swartz- Garner- F. Anderson- Gillespie- Hedger- Okenica -Winfield- Runzo

Vendor Info:

• You get about ½ of a table to display your goods. Please let me know if you need more space or a particular area of the PLR.
  
• The room is unmanned, but each vendor has an envelope at his/her space where people will put payment. We are on the honor system.
  
• Items must be handmade by YOU…you cannot sell your best friend’s grandma’s crocheted handkerchiefs.
  
• You can sell an artistic service…for example, a family photo session if you are a photographer, a pet portrait if you draw. Teachers can sign up for these to be done at a later date. You would display examples of your work.
  

Thank you to all WBMS staff who are sponsoring/coaching one or more clubs/sports. Your commitment is appreciated.

For any club/sport meeting after school, please be reminded that it is the sponsor/coach’s responsibility to stay until the last student is picked up. Please make sure you are visible in the front to verify that the student is picked up safely.

For any club meeting in the morning, please be reminded that students should not be released to their respective hallways until the bell at 8:40.

Breast cancer is still the second leading cause of cancer deaths for women in the United States and in Georgia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC says early detection – through health screenings—can lower the death rate of breast and cervical cancers. The CDC recommends more women should utilize these life-saving, preventive screenings

Hello Webb Bridge Middle School Staff!

It’s that time of year again for the flu vaccine. We have a wonderful partnership with Maxim Health and Student Health Services to offer you the flu vaccine right here at school.

1. · The greatest news is No-Co pay for those covered under BCBSGA or other Maxim accepted insurance (see below) - they will file it with your insurance.
   
2. · We must have 25 people signed up in order to hold the flu clinic (spouses and children over the age of 18 are allowed to come if they hold the same insurance).
   
3. · Accept the following insurances: Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Part B, Aetna, Anthem BCBS (PPO only), BCBS of MA, BCBS of IL, BCBS of KS, BCBS of TX, BCBS of RI, BCBS of NC, Empire BCBS, Florida Blue, Humana, Independence BCBS, Healthspring, Premera Blue Cross, Meritain Health, Sierra Health & Life, SummaCare
   
4. · For any others who would like to participants the cost is $30.00 (check)
   
5. · This year we will be offering the Quadrivalent vaccine
   

Our clinic is scheduled for:

Thursday, October 19th from 3:30- 5:30

Please sign up on the below online form by October 16th by 1:00 pm

Please submit a response for EACH PERSON (this includes a submission for each family member) and list your insurance.

You will need to have your Insurance card and driver’s license the day of the clinic.

http://bit.ly/2xeLBZC

Please have Chapter 4 read and prepare to discuss.

FCS requests that all employees review some essential policies/training materials annually, so that there is an awareness of the serious expectations outlined in each. The list of this information is accessed and submitted electronically in order to establish a record of the training. It is not an exhaustive list. Also, when policy revisions are made or new ones created, a systemic alert is made to notify district personnel of the policy change(s). (If you are a new hire this is part of your “First 30 days” requirements; please review the instructions listed on the New Employee portal page link).

In order to complete this review,

1. Please go to www.fultonschools.org, Human Resources/Talent Department the bottom of the page
2. Click on Access Personnel Records/Forms link (at bottom right of page)
3. Log in using your FCS email address and click on Forgot Password to have the information sent to you if you don’t recall the password (it may not be your normal network password) OR to receive your initial password
4. Click on Forms tab, New Form, go to Employee Policy Code/Review-FY18
5. Click on Start Form to begin your review

Several of the essential trainings are housed in Edivate. Watch this brief tutorial to see how to access required trainings and other trainings/courses: Edivate Basic Navigation

It is important that all read Policy GAM (Staff Rights and Responsibilities). Failure to report an arrest within the stated timeline (5 days) can result in the immediate termination of one’s employment with FCS. The electronic Notice of Employee Arrest form is on the Human Resources portal and is to be used for submitting an official notice to the Employee Relations department.

Finally, OCTOBER 31, 2017 is the deadline for completing this review. Again, the checklist is not exhaustive, and it is expected that employees are aware of all the FCBOE policies/procedures that inform their work. Board policies, procedures, and operating guidelines are accessible via the district website.

Please contact the Technology Help Desk if you need assistance, technologyhelpdesk@fultonschools.org or 470-254-4357.

Congratulations to Jen Pariseau, Andy Irvin and Julianne Hunter

Thank you for support the Webb Way and our students in the areas of Respect*Responsibility*Citizenship!

You have won the Webb Way Employee Parking spots thru Wednesday. The spots are marked with beautiful white signs with blue writing (where the Aps parked).

Enjoy and please continue to recognize our students exhibiting the Webb Way!!

4 James Barket

4 Ashley Jones

5 Jenna Allenson

10 Katie Pardee

14 Jane He

16 Shadia Anderson

20 Kevin Cooke

21 Rickey Jordan

23 Vicki Nixon

24 Tina Mathewson

25 Joy Myrick

25 Tracy Lynn Wagner

28 Sandra Vegners

29 Susie McFarland

30 Avenot Benjamin

30 Mitch Tyniec

Please report all pest encounters that you have - no matter how minor. This is important data to prove that we have a significant pest problem (we have 226 reports and counting). Thanks!

bit.ly/pestreport

Send feedback anonymously to Ms. Perkins by following this link: bit.ly/toperkins

"Adolescence is a tornado of change: Not only is it the period of fastest physical change in life – aside from infancy – but also newfound drives, motivations, and feelings of sexuality are amplified. There are profound shifts to metabolisms and sleeping cycles, as well as social roles – especially in the context of schools. During these years, motivation is propelled not by a tangible goal to work toward, but by a feeling of wanting and thirst. Within the tumult of pre-teens or teens is an opportunity to enhance their desire and interest to learn."

Read the rest of the article here: https://ww2.kqed.org/mindshift/2015/12/10/why-identity-and-emotion-are-central-to-motivating-the-teen-brain/

There are times when it is difficult to manage work and life. In the counseling department, we help children and parents all day long. Please remember that there are also counseling options for us as employees, too.

Fulton County Schools has an Employee Assistance Program that is only a phone call away. EAP can offer free, confidential counseling for all kinds of life transitions, professional struggles, and hard times. You do not have to go through anyone at school to get access to these supports.

Check out the website below for thoughtful articles.

Call the toll free number to connect to a local therapist who will help you or your family during any difficult season.

You do not have to struggle on your own.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

1-800-854-1446

1-877-858-2147

www.lifebalance.net

(User ID and password: lifebalance). Help for personal challenges as well as guidance for work-related conflicts. Spanish available.

Find a full list of events around the Metro area here- https://www.events12.com/atlanta/

Feast on the street every Thursday evening at Alpharetta Food Truck Alley !

*In the case of inclement weather, please check our Facebook page for cancellation notifications. We use Weatherbug as our main weather forecasting app and will post cancellations by 1pm on the day of the scheduled event to be respectful of truck drivers making travel arrangements from Atlanta. Our apologies if the event is preemptively cancelled, but please join us the following week.

Runs April 13 through October 19, 2017

(with the exception of May 4 due to Taste of Alpharetta)

Weekly gathering will take place on Old Roswell Street with a variety of rotating food trucks, music, and fun children's activities. Approximately six to eight food trucks will roll out some amazing eats with seating available on the street.

Every Thursday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

http://www.alpharetta.ga.us/government/departments/recreation-parks/special-events/featured-yearly-events/alpharetta-food-truck-alley

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Thursday – 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday 4:00 p.m. – Midnight
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – Midnight
Sunday 12:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Fair Admission: No Re-Entry
Cash Only (ATM Onsite)
Ages 10 and under FREE
Ages 11 and up – $7.00

Parking:
General Parking – $5.00
Handicap Parking Available – $5.00

http://www.cummingfair.net/calendar-of-events/cumming-country-fair-and-festival/

The Pumpkin Festival includes family shows, games, storytelling, kids’ activities, and a pie-eating contest at Stone Mountain Park. Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

https://www.stonemountainpark.com/events/Pumpkin-Festival.aspx

Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For 45 years, the picturesque grounds of the Stone Mountain Park meadow, a short drive northeast of Atlanta, Georgia, have resounded with the sounds of bagpipes, fiddles and harps during the third weekend in October.

This year thousands of Scots (even those that wish to be 'Scot for the Day') from around the world will don their family tartans and gather to greet old friends and make new ones too. Come and enjoy the Highland Athletic events, Highland Dancing, Piping and Drumming, Scottish Harping. Participate in the Scottish Country Dancing demonstrations, Kirking of the Tartans, Clan Challenge Athletic events, and the Parade of Tartans. See Clan and Tartan information tents as well as the many colorful Scottish shops. All events will be held rain or shine

http://www.smhg.org/

Try samples from 80 of Atlanta’s best restaurants, taste beer and wine, and watch celebrity-chef demos at Taste of Atlanta at Historic Fourth Ward Park.

http://www.tasteofatlanta.com/

A guide leads you on a well-lit trail to meet costumed creatures of the woods at the non-scary Halloween Hikes at Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell.

Join us for the 47th Annual Oktoberfest in Helen, Ga. It's Helen's biggest celebration! Enjoy German music, food, drinks and dancing, including waltzes, polkas and the chicken dance! Oktoberfest will run from Sept. 7-10, 14-17, 21-24, 2017, and then reopens daily beginning Sept. 28 and continues through Oct. 29, 2017.

Food and drinks cost extra. For more information about the event, call 706-878-1908 or visit www.helenchamber.com.

ELLIJAY CELEBRATES 46 FUN-FILLED YEARS!

Welcome to North Georgia! The Georgia Apple Festival brings two exciting weekends to Ellijay, Georgia every year with hundreds of vendors offering food, art, crafts, and more, as well visitors from all over.

The Ellijay Lions Club, the Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce, the cities of Ellijay and East Ellijay, and Gilmer County invite everyone to come and enjoy the 46th year of the Georgia Apple Festival. There are over 300 vendors with handmade, hand-crafted items, as well as many on-site demonstrations of how selected types of crafts are made. This year promises many new crafts as well as favorites from past festivals. There is a parade and antique car show each year. The antique car show is held at the Civic Center on October 14th. The parade is on October 21st and begins at 10 AM in historic downtown Ellijay.

Find out when and where the festivities take place.

LEARN MORE

Quantitative reasoning skills include high-level problem solving with mathematical computation, quantitative symbols and concepts. Some things you could do to support children’s growth in this area include:

1. Ask students to prove their answer to a math problem

2. Use open-ended problems and decide what processes should be used and what outcomes are expected

3. Teach children to ask “Is this answer reasonable?”

4. Create charts, tables, graphs to show Social Studies content

5. Use data to make predictions for a science experiment

6. Ask “What might happen if…?” questions such as: What might happen if the numbers 84 and 95 changed places or circles developed a straight side?

7. Create riddles, jokes, cartoons about math concepts

8. Use fantasy to discuss math content

First Semester
August 1 – 4 ........................................... Preplanning for teachers

August 7......................................................... First Day of School

September 4........................................Labor Day (schools closed)

October 6 ......................................Teacher Workday (students off)

October 9 ......................................Columbus Day (schools closed)

November 20 – 24.............. Thanksgiving Holidays (schools closed)

December 21 ....................................... Last Day of First Semester

December 22 – 29 ...........................Winter Break (schools closed)

Second Semester

January 1 – 3...................................Winter Break (schools closed)

January 4.......................................Teacher Workday (students off)

January 5....................Professional Development Day (students off)

January 8.........................................First Day of Second Semester

January 15..............Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (schools closed)

February 16*................... Student/Teacher Holiday (schools closed)

February 19 ......................President’s Day Holiday (schools closed)

March 9*.......................................Teacher Workday (students off)

March 12....................Professional Development Day (students off)

April 2 – 6 .......................................Spring Break (schools closed)

May 24........................................................... Last Day of School

May 25.................................................................. Post Planning

May 28...............................Memorial Day Holiday (schools closed)

* Designated as inclement weather make-up days (if needed).

Our School Release Days

These are the dates approved through the RFF process as part of School Governance. WBMS students will NOT attend school on the following dates:

September 1, 2017

October 5, 2017

January 16, 2018

March 8, 2018

We want to create a community filled with more balanced lives. On these nights there will not be any homework assigned, and no assessments will occur the next day.

September 20

October 25

February 21

March 21

The idea is that students will go home right after school to create balance in their lives. Staff members and students alike will take a night off. Club sponsors and coaches and directors may hold meetings and practices and games as needed. We feel students release stress through these extracurricular activities.

Please plan to enjoy yourself and work your assessments around these dates this school year.

Location: 4455 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta, GA, United States
Phone: 470-254-2940