Wolfpack Word #3
October 15th, 2026
October 17th: Community Forum-East HS Cafe/Commons - 9:00am-11:30am
October 21st: Picture Retake Day
October 23rd: 7th/8th Grade Movie Night -final details and registration information to come
October 27th - November 3rd: Online Registration for Parent Conferences
November 6th: 5th/6th Grade Sports & Socializing 7:00pm-9:00pm
November 11th: Veterans Day - NO SCHOOL
November 12th: PTSA Meeting 6:30 pm
🐺 TMS PTSA NEWS & EVENTS
here’s more fall fun ahead at Transit! Join us for a brand-new Movie Night, save the date for our FREE 5th/6th Grade Sports & Socializing event, and see what your support is making possible.
NEW! 7TH/8TH GRADE MOVIE NIGHT
Friday, October 23rd
An evening with friends and a movie on the big screen! We’re excited to introduce this new opportunity for our 7th and 8th graders to spend time together outside the school day.
Our PTSA Student Members will help choose the movie! They’ll be voting on:
The Mitchells vs. the Machines
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Night at the Museum
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
We’ll announce the winning movie on Friday, October 16th! Purchase tickets now, and consider volunteering to help make our first Movie Night a success.
5TH/6TH GRADE SPORTS & SOCIALIZING
Friday, November 6th • 7–9 PM • FREE Admission
Get ready for sports, music, and fun with friends! Thanks to our community’s fundraising support, admission is FREE for students. A parent or guardian must complete and sign the required waiver. All students must bring their school photo ID and a printed, signed copy of the waiver to the event. Volunteers are needed to help make the evening possible!
THANK YOU FOR A YEAR OF YES!
Our Color Run campaign has officially closed. With your support, we raised $21,345! Thank you to the families, students, staff, volunteers, and community supporters who made it happen.
Your generosity helps us say YES to field trips, school clubs, classroom enhancements, free Sports & Socializing and Winterfest events, 8th-grade celebrations, appreciation for the people who support our students every day, and more.
We also unlocked DJ Jimmy’s PE takeover, featuring DJ Dodgeball, Gaga Ball, and music! Dates will be shared once scheduled.
REFLECTIONS: YOUR STORY, YOUR CREATIVITY
What traditions, experiences, and connections make your culture meaningful to you? Students are invited to explore “What My Culture Means to Me” through the 2026–2027 PTA Reflections arts program.
Transit entries are due Friday, November 20th.
SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY THROUGH OUR PTSA SUBMISSION PORTAL
JOIN THE PTSA
Parents, guardians, students, staff, and community members are welcome! Your membership supports our work for Transit students and families. Joining does not require volunteering or attending meetings. Student members also have opportunities to share their voices and participate in drawings.
Purchase your 2026–2027 membership HERE
NEXT PTSA MEETING
Thursday, November 12th • 6:30 PM
Come hear what’s happening, share your ideas, and connect with other Transit families. Everyone is welcome!
HELP MAKE THE NEXT GREAT MEMORY
Our events depend on people willing to lend a hand. Whether you can help for one evening or would enjoy joining a committee, we’d love to find an opportunity that fits your schedule and interests.
Volunteer and leadership interest form
A FEW MORE DATES TO KNOW
Wednesday, October 21st: Picture Retake Day
Wednesday, November 11th: No school
Friday, November 20th: Reflections entries due
STAY CONNECTED
PTSA Website | Facebook | Join the PTSA
Questions? tmptsa.president@gmail.com
Thank you for helping make Transit a place where our students feel connected, supported, and celebrated!
Together, our pack is stronger!
Your Transit Middle PTSA
7th and 8th grade movie Night Flyer
5th and 6th Grade Sports & Socializing NIght
PTA Reflections - What My Culture Means to Me"
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Williamsville East HS (Commons)
This townhall style meeting will give students, families, staff members and residents a chance to talk about any education-related issue they wish. There is no agenda or set topic.
School Board members and the Superintendent will be on hand to listen, answer questions, and discuss the latest topics impacting Williamsville schools and public education.
On Tuesday, October 20th from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Williamsville South High School, the Williamsville Central School District will be hosting a Hands-Only CPR/AED event in coordination with the American Heart Association for students, families, staff, and community members.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Learn life-saving, hands-only CPR through guidance and training with the American Heart Association. Please note, individuals do not become CPR certified at this event.
Additional Community Resources and Activities
Reach Out to 911 – Erie County
· Educates the general public, elementary, middle, and high school students on when and how to call 9-1-1, enhancing community preparedness and reducing anxiety associated with emergency calls
American Heart School Engagement – Jump Rope Challenge
· A program that teaches students physical and mental well-being through jump rope and other active challenges
Swormville Fire Department
· Learn more about the Swormville Fire Department, their EMT unit, and explore an ambulance
Main & Transit Fire Department
· Learn more about the Main & Transit Fire Department, their junior firefighter program, and training exercises
Erie County Sheriff’s Office
· Meet and greet with the Erie County Sheriff Office’s Bomb Squad, K-9 Unit, and more
Amherst Police Department
· Meet and greet with the School Resource Officers
Stop the Bleed – Erie County
· Learn how to recognize life-threatening bleeding, how to apply direct pressure, and address wounds
Narcan Training – Erie County
· Learn how to identify overdoses and administer Narcan
There will also be several skills challenges and additional educational activities that are led by our athletic teams and staff.
Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Casey Middle School Cafeteria
Accepted Insurance: IHA, BCBS, Highmark, Blue Card, Univera, NOVA, MVP, Excellus, Medicare Part B, United Healthcare, etc.
Insurance not accepted: Fidelis, Medicaid, The Empire Plan, Molina Health
The 3rd Annual Middle School Halloween Haunted Happenings
This FREE event is open to middle school students and will feature crafts and activities, 4-square, Gaga Ball, and a haunted house — if you dare!
Registration is required — NO WALK-INS!
Registration is open through October 22nd.
Register here: https://buff.ly/k30lhU6
Friday, October 23rd
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Amherst Police Community Policing & Training Facility
4220 Bailey Ave., Amherst, NY
Again this year, Holiday Valley ticket packages are available to you through our Williamsville East Ski Club store on the Holiday Valley website.
In order to take advantage of club discounts, click the following: Holiday Valley Ticket Store
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Curiosity
Why it Matters? Individuals with the character strength of curiosity are more likely to ask questions and try new things
Teamwork
Why it matters? For individuals, teamwork often means deferring or delaying individual accomplishments in order to ensure that the group maintains a high level of success.
Open-Mindedness
Why it matter? People who are open-minded are more likely to make accurate decisions that they won't regret because they think through all sides of a problem.
Other People's Mindset - Being Present and Giving Others My Attention
Why it matters? When you are present and give your attention to others, you are able to build strong relationships.
Integrity
Why it matters? People with integrity practice what they preach and maintain a consistent pattern of behavior that aligns with their values.
Creativity
Why it matters? Creativity has to do with intrinsic motivation — the work is completed to use your talents and potential, not to receive a reward.
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