I hope you all stayed safe on Friday and were able to weather the storms without incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the communities in Western North Carolina that experienced such devastation. Let’s keep them in our thoughts as they work to rebuild.
Teacher Assistant Appreciation Day:
Today, we take a moment to celebrate and recognize the incredible contributions of our dedicated teacher assistants. Their hard work, patience, and commitment to our students help create a positive and supportive learning environment each day. Please join me in thanking our TAs for all they do to make Western Alamance Middle School a wonderful place for our students and staff. We appreciate the care and energy you bring to our school!
Attendance:
Every minute matters! Parents, please help us to stress the importance of arriving on time to class and being present each day. The school day begins at 8:30am. Students arriving after 8:30 are considered late.
Afternoon Car Rider Line Dismissal:
Please make every effort to move vehicles to the Flagpole while in the car rider circle and maintain close proximity to the vehicle in front while in line. This will help alleviate congestion on 87.
Fall Sports Pictures:
Fall sports pictures will take place on Tuesday, October 15th.
PTO:
On Monday, students will receive our fall fundraiser forms. We are selling Nothing Bundt Cake punch cards. They will be $45. Please take them to work, the gym and other gathering places. Forms are due on Friday, October 11th. That is only two weeks! Cards will be delivered November 4th to students' homerooms. Please check the PTO Facebook page for further information.
Because of your generosity, we are able to "stock the lounge" for the next two weeks for our faculty and staff! Thank you so much.
October 2nd Custodian Recognition Day. We would like to thank them for making our school sparkle.
PowerSchool Parent Portal:
In order to stay up to date about your child’s grades and attendance, it is very important that you download the Powerschool Parent Portal App. HERE is all the information you need to download the app and set up its features. Please let us know if we can help you.
Photos & Forms:
This year it is important for all families to update their student's information in PowerSchool by completing the Back to School Forms. One of the things that must be done is opting in or out for photos. Opting in means a student’s photo can be taken and used. This includes being in the yearbook.
Reproductive Health Consent Forms:
Please log into PowerSchool to complete the Reproductive Health Consent or Withhold Consent for Student Participation form for your student. This is a new form, and even if you have already submitted other back-to-school forms, we still need your input on this specific matter. Your prompt attention and assistance are greatly appreciated as we ensure all necessary documentation is in place for the school year.
Free and Reduced Lunch Application:
Breakfast and lunch are not universally free for all students. If you would like your child to eat meals at school, you will either need to put money on their online account or you will need to secure a free/reduced lunch status by filling out the required form. Paper forms are available in the WAMS main office or you can fill it out online. Please make sure that you have been approved for free or reduced lunch or that your child has lunch money in their account.
Canvas Observer:
Parents can sign up as an observer in Canvas. Observers can link their Canvas account to their student's account so they can see assignment due dates, announcements, and other course content. Observers can view the course content but cannot participate in the course.
How to Sign Up to Become a Canvas Observer
Athletics Events:
Monday, September 30: Cross Country at Southern
Tuesday, October 1: Volleyball at WAMS
Tuesday, October 1: Boy’s Soccer at WAMS
Thursday, October 3: Volleyball at Southern
Thursday, October 3: Boy’s Soccer at Southern
Friday, October 4: Tennis at Burlington Tennis Center
As always, thank you for your continued support. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.