Pence Press
May 3, 2024
Youth Citizenship Award
This week, Bradley Stevens was presented with the Youth Citizenship Award from the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. To receive this award, a student must exhibit the following characteristics: -Honor: honesty, high principles, trustworthiness, loyalty, truthfulness, punctuality, moral strength, stability, cleanliness in mind and body; Service: cooperation, meritorious behavior bringing honor to school and community, kindness, unselfishness, individual responsibility to God, Home, and Country; Courage: mental and physical, determination to overcome obstacles; Leadership: personality, originality, ability to lead others and hold their attention, good sportsmanship, responsibility; and Patriotism: fundamental Americanism. Congratulations, Bradley, for receiving this award!
Art News!
Congratulations to Meredith Suter for winning second place in the Rockingham County Public School's VSBA art contest for middle schools!
Fine Arts Supervisor, Becky Ford, brought her certified therapy dog, Mac, to the art room on Friday! Mac was great company and brought smiles to many.
Tuesday, May 7th - Spirit Day
Teachers dress like students and students dress like teachers day.
Teacher Appreciation Donations
The PTO Hospitality Committee is seeking donations for our Teacher Appreciation Celebrations next week! If you are able and willing to donate, please sign up using the form below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FA5A62AA5FECE9-49342276-teacher#/
Thanks in advance for helping us show our appreciation for our Pence teachers and staff.
Pence Hospitality Committee
7th Grade Field Trip - Rivenrock
SOL Testing
Please make sure your students are present on SOL testing days. We are unable to call into classrooms on testing days so be mindful of taking your students out early on those days. You will have to wait until your student is done testing before we are able to release them.
5/9 - 8th grade Civics SOL
5/14 - 8th grade Science SOL
5/16 - ALL grades (6th-8th) Reading SOL
5/21 ALL grades (6th-8th) Math SOL
PENCE KNIGHTS - Sideline Store
Save 20% on Orders of $100+. Ends 5/5. Code: PRIDE2
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/virginia/dayton/wilbur-s-pence-middle-school
Rising 7th Grade Immunizations
Current 6th Grade Pence Families- Please see the attached information regarding immunization requirements for students prior to entering 7th grade.
7th and 8th Grade Dance
SCA is excited to host another 7th and 8th grade dance.
Only current WSPMS 7th and 8th graders in good school standing are invited to attend.
WSPMS Music Celebration
FFA Plant Sale
WSPMS Sports Information
Pence Track & Field
5/8 - AWAY @ Harrisonburg High School (District Meet)
NPR Vaping Article
Parents, it's time to talk to your child about vaping
Fundraiser
Summer Camps
Attendance
Our office/attendance email is wspmsattendance@rockingham.k12.va.us
Email us when your student is on vacation.
Email us when your student is sick or has an appointment.
Email us notes about early dismissals or late arrivals.
Email us changes in bus/transportation needs. We need to hear from both sets of families when a student is riding the bus with another student.
Just email us to keep us informed!
KNIGHT’S CAFÉ
Counseling & Administrative Support
Change of Schedule Request Forms and Check-In or Appointment Request Forms can be found online on our School Counseling page: https://wspms.rockingham.k12.va.us/o/wspms/page/school-counseling
Which counselor works with you?
Lisa Holsinger-Thomas, Counselor / Teresa Shank (Assistant Principal)
Works with all students with last names A-K
Matt Nyce, Counselor / Jody Randolph (Assistant Principal)
Works with all students with last names L-Z
Sandy Hackbarth, Part-time Counselor - available on even days
Information for Parents, Guardians & Students
Please bookmark these pages for your reference:
You can also visit us on Facebook & Instagram:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/penceknights
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theknightspotlight/?hl=en
"Rooms" - New Communication Platform
Families likely received a text message this past week with information about a new communication platform called “Rooms.” Please see the message below from RCPS for more information about this new tool:
We're thrilled to introduce a new feature in our district app called Rooms! This platform is designed for seamless communication between staff and families, making it easier than ever to stay informed about school updates and activities. As we roll out this new tool, we're starting with a small group of teachers, all spring sports coaches, and our Middle School and High School Principals. While not all staff members will immediately transition to using Rooms as their primary communication tool, we're moving in that direction and aim to have full implementation by the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year. Stay tuned for more information and resources as we continue the rollout. Effective communication is essential to our school community's success, and we're excited to embark on this journey with you through Rooms!