Wildcat Weekly
August 15th, 2025
A Message of Strength, Unity, and Belonging at Westview
1/19/26
Dear Westview Families,
Today, we pause to honor the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose legacy reminds us of the power of unity, courage, and the belief that every individual matters.
At Westview Middle School, we are deeply committed to ensuring that every student feels safe, valued, and connected. We recognize that many families are navigating uncertainty, worry, or feelings of isolation. In moments like these, schools play a vital role—not only in educating students academically, but in nurturing their sense of belonging and strength.
As we look ahead to Black History Month, our campus will intentionally highlight leaders and changemakers who stood for equality, dignity, and justice. These individuals came from many backgrounds and used their voices—often peacefully and courageously—to inspire hope, resilience, and positive change. Their stories remind us that progress is built through empathy, community, and standing together.
Through classroom learning, campus activities, and shared conversations, we will focus on messages that uplift our students:
That they are not alone
That their voices matter
That our differences make us stronger
That kindness, respect, and courage shape the world around us
Our goal is to help students see themselves as part of a caring community—one where everyone belongs and where strength is found in unity.
We are grateful for the trust you place in us each day. Please know that Westview remains a place of support, compassion, and care for all students and families. If your family needs assistance or support, we encourage you to reach out. We are here to help.
Together, we will continue to rise—guided by empathy, grounded in respect, and united as one Wildcat community.
With gratitude and commitment,
Dr. Emily R. Delgado
Principal, Westview Middle School
To help our families stay informed and support students in doing their very best, below are the major assessment dates for January. Please review carefully, as several grade levels will participate in important STAAR Interim tests and campus assessments over the next few weeks.
📅 Week of January 20
6th & 7th Grade Math
Algebra I
8th Grade Science
January 20–21
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8th Grade RLA STAAR Interim
January 22–23
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6th & 7th Grade RLA STAAR Interim
📅 Week of January 26
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6th & 7th Grade Science
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7th Grade Advanced Math & 8th Grade Math
January 27–28
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6th–8th Grade Math STAAR Interim
If you have any questions about these assessments, please reach out to your child’s teacher or our front office. Thank you for partnering with us to support our Wildcats!
Course Selection & Choice Sheets: Important Information for All Families
It is already time to begin planning for next year’s courses, and we are excited to guide all of our Wildcats through this process!
⭐ 8th Grade Course Selection & High School Transition
Our 8th grade students will kick off the course selection season with the 8th Grade Invasion on January 22nd. During the school day, students will participate in the Pfuture Pfreshman Pfair at Connally High School, where they will be introduced to the wide range of programs, pathways, and opportunities available to them in high school.
That evening, families are invited to Connally HS for a special Family Night, during which you can:
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Learn about high school programs, academies, and elective options
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Meet CHS staff and counselors
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Tour the campus and facilities
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Attend the Course Fair, a great opportunity to explore courses, clubs, and organizations for next year
All 8th grade students will complete their 2025–2026 course selections in SchooLinks, where they will also formalize their Personal Graduation Plans (PGPs). This planning ensures that students select courses aligned to their academic goals, endorsements, and postsecondary interests.
🗓️ Key Dates for 8th Grade Families
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January 22: 8th Grade Invasion + Pfuture Pfreshman Pfair (daytime) & CHS Family Night
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January 23 – February 6: Two-Week Course Selection Window in SchooLinks
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All course selections must be submitted in SchooLinks by February 6
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By February 27: Students & parents must review and confirm their Personal Graduation Plans (PGP) in SchooLinks
To ensure smooth communication, please verify that your email address is correct and up to date. If you need to make changes, contact our registrar, Ms. Hilchey, at (512) 594-2237 or Stephanie.Hilchey@Pfisd.net.
Choice Sheets for 6th & 7th Grade Students
Our 6th and 7th grade Wildcats will complete paper choice sheets in February. These must be fully completed and turned in before March 6th. Counselors will visit classrooms to guide students through their options and answer questions.
Incoming 6th Graders (Current 5th Graders)
We look forward to welcoming our future Wildcats!
To support a smooth transition to middle school:
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February 6: 5th Grade Campus Visits to WVMS
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February 10: 5th Grade Family Night at WVMS
Families will learn about course offerings, electives, and the middle school experience.
Questions? We’re Here to Help!
Please reach out to your child’s grade-level counselor:
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6th Grade: Laurie Hulse — (512) 594-2288
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7th Grade: Kathryn Blake — (512) 594-2229
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8th Grade: Rachel Cruz Herget — (512) 594-2228
We are excited to partner with you as we plan for another successful year for our Wildcats!
🎓 8th Grade College & Career Pathways Presentation
On January 15, all 8th grade students participated in a presentation in our cafeteria to learn about exciting high school opportunities offered through P-TECH (Pathways in Technology) and Early College High School programs.
During the presentation, students learned how these programs allow them to:
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Earn college credit while in high school
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Explore career pathways aligned to industry needs
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Graduate with a strong academic and career foundation
The presentation was led with support from Jacqueline Yekpabo, the district coordinator for P-TECH and Early College High School programs. Families who would like additional information may contact her directly at:
📧 jacqueline.yekpabo@pfisd.net
📞 (512) 594-0114
Applications for both programs will open in the coming week.
If you have questions or would like support exploring whether one of these pathways is a good fit for your student, please reach out to our 8th Grade Counselor, Rachel Cruz Herget, at:
📧 rachel.cruzherget@pfisd.net
📞 (512) 594-2228
We encourage families to take advantage of these opportunities as students begin planning for their high school journey.
It’s an exciting week for Wildcat Athletics as our teams take the court against Cele Middle School. We look forward to strong competition and the opportunity for our student-athletes to demonstrate teamwork, sportsmanship, and Wildcat pride.
We will wrap up the week on a high note with our 7th Grade Girls Basketball Tournament taking place on Saturday. This tournament is a great opportunity to celebrate the hard work, growth, and dedication of our student-athletes throughout the season.
We wish all of our athletes the best of luck this week and thank our coaches, families, and supporters for continuing to cheer on our Wildcats!
🐾 Go Wildcats!
📱 Cell Phone Reminder
At Westview Middle School, our goal is to maintain a focused, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment for all students. As a reminder, cell phones are not allowed to be seen or used during the school day. This includes hallways, classrooms, and common areas.
To support consistency across the district, we will be following the PfISD Cell Phone Consequence Ladder for any violations:
OffenseConsequence 1st OffenseDevice confiscated — must be picked up by a parent or guardian. 2nd OffenseDevice confiscated and lunch detention assigned (documented in Skyward). 3rd OffenseDevice confiscated, ½ day of ISS, and a parent meeting required. Chronic IssuesMay result in a full day of ISS, a behavior plan, or a temporary ban on bringing the device to school.
We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing this expectation at home. When students are free from distractions, they can better focus, engage, and succeed in their learning.
💜 Go Wildcats — focused and ready to learn!
New Transportation Badge System
Beginning this month, the PfISD Transportation Department will introduce a new Transportation Badge System for students who ride the school bus. This system is designed to make transportation even safer and more efficient for our Wildcats.
Students who ride the bus will receive a new ID badge from the transportation department. They will simply scan their badge when getting on and off the bus, allowing district staff to ensure students are always on the correct bus and helping families stay informed. This system helps prevent mix-ups and gives everyone greater peace of mind—nothing more, and nothing to worry about.
These new badges are multi-purpose, too! Students will be able to:
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Access breakfast and lunch in the cafeteria
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Check out books in the library
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Wear the badge daily as part of our regular school ID expectations
If your child does not ride the bus, they will continue using their current school badge, and no changes are needed.
We appreciate your partnership as we roll out this helpful system that supports student safety and smooth daily routines for all.
We love seeing our Wildcat families join their students for lunch! Families are always welcome to bring outside food and enjoy lunch with their child at our picnic tables. These moments mean so much to our students, and we truly enjoy having our families here on campus.
If you would like to have lunch with your child, simply stop by the front office when you arrive. Our staff will call your student out of the cafeteria, and you can briefly sign them out and back in once lunch is finished. It’s a simple process, and a wonderful way to stay connected with your child during the school day.
We hope to see you at lunch soon!
⏰ Tardy Update: Way to Go, Wildcats!
We’re proud to share that our students have been doing a much better job getting to class on time! Thank you to all of our families for supporting this effort — your partnership makes a big difference. When students arrive to class promptly, they are more engaged, prepared, and ready to learn from bell to bell.
While we’re celebrating this progress, please remember that we are still issuing consequences for excessive tardies according to our campus Tardy Consequence Ladder:
3Level 1 Warning 6Level 2 Warning 91 Day After-School Detention 122 Days After-School Detention + Parent Conference 15 or more1 Day of In-School Suspension (ISS)
# of Tardies
Consequence
Thank you for continuing to encourage your student to be on time every day. Every minute in class counts toward their success!
💜 Let’s keep up the great work, Wildcats!
