THS Wolf Wise | December 11, 2024
SCHOOL-WIDE DATES
- December 18 to December 20 – Final Exams
- Wednesday, December 18 – 3rd hour Final
- Thursday, December 19 – 1st, 2nd, and 4th hour Finals
- Friday, December 20 – 6th, 7th, and 8th hour Final
- December 19 to December 20 – EARLY RELEASE (12:05 p.m. release)
- December 23 to January 5 – NO SCHOOL, Winter Break
- Monday, January 6 – LATE START DAY (9:20 a.m. start), Back to School
- Monday, January 20 – NO SCHOOL, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Monday, February 10 – LATE START DAY (9:20 a.m. start)
- Monday, February 17 – NO SCHOOL, President's Day
- Tuesday, February 18 – NO SCHOOL, Staff Professional Development Day
- Monday, March 10 – LATE START DAY (9:20 a.m. start)
- Friday, March 21 – EARLY RELEASE DAY (12:05 p.m. release)
- March 24 to March 28 – NO SCHOOL, Spring Break
- Tuesday, April 8 – NO SCHOOL, Staff Professional Development Day
- Monday, April 21 – EARLY RELEASE DAY (12:05 p.m. release)
- May 5 to May 16 – AP Testing
- Monday, May 26 – NO SCHOOL, Memorial Day
- May 28 to May 30 – Final Exams
- Sunday, June 1 – Graduation at 4:30 p.m. at Saint Charles Family Arena
DATES & INFORMATION FOR 8TH GRADE FAMILIES
Do you know an 8th grader that will be coming to Timberland next year? If so, February 11, 2024 from 6-8 p.m. is Timberland's 8th grade night! During this event, 8th graders and their families will have the opportunity to visit Timberland, discuss scheduling, and learn about all of the incredible athletics, activities, clubs, and events that Timberland offers. All current 8th graders and their families are invited!
WSD COMMUNITY AGENCY DATES (Opt Out Form):
Throughout the duration of the academic year, the Wentzville School District partners with community agencies that specialize in providing students, families, and educators with preventative education. The dates for each lesson are still to be determined – Sexual Abuse Prevention Program (9th, 10th, 11th, 12th grade), Emotional Wellness & Coping Skills (11th grade), and Suicide Prevention (9th, 10th, 12th grade).
- Monday, December 9 – CHADS Coalition to Health Classes
- Thursday, January 9 – Children Advocacy Center to Senior Packs
- Tuesday, January 14 – Children Advocacy Center to Health Classes
- Thursday, January 16 – Children Advocacy Center to Senior Packs
- Thursday, January 23 – Children Advocacy Center to Senior Packs
- Thursday, January 30 – Children Advocacy Center to Senior Packs
Track & Field is just around the corner and we want you to sign up! Preseason practice starts TUESDAY, January 7. Please fill out the Google Form and Coach Willis will add you to the Google Space.
The Measurable Results Assessment (MRA) is a powerful tool that supports positive growth through focused, empowered action. It measures the areas of leadership, culture, and academics.
Timberland's Measurable Results Assessment (MRA) data is in! Thank you to our families, staff, and students for participating in this survey. This survey has helped us identify strengths as well as areas where we can improve and track our school's overall progress. You can now view Timberland's highlights, and view the Wentzville School District's overall highlights.
Keep reading to see all of the amazing things our Wolf community has been up to!
- This semester, Timberland has welcomed six students who are new to our building and new to the United States. These students are from Honduras, Nicaragua, Mexico, Venezuela, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Bienvenidos & Bienvenue!
- Timberland's Educators Rising club is inviting lunch speakers in from various colleges to speak to students about continuing their education to become a teacher. There are more speakers coming up, so stop by Room 122 for more information.
- On October 29, and October 30, 2024, Timberland hosted their 2024-2025 Parent Teacher Conferences. Thank you to all parents who donated snacks for our teachers during conferences. We appreciate your generosity!
- Our cheer team recently competed in the MCCA State competition and placed third, and the UCA Hoosier Regional competition and placed first in small coed and earned a bid to UCA Nationals. Way to go, Cheer Wolves!
- On November 21, 2024, Timberland's Link Crew hosted a movie night. All students and staff who attended had a fun night watching home alone, sipping on hot cocoa, and munching on popcorn!
- November 14-16, 2024, Timberland's students presented the Radium Girls drama production.This moving and emotional performance was a powerful display of talent and dedication, leaving the audience captivated by the compelling storytelling and the raw, heartfelt performances of Timberland's students.
- On December 2, 2024, Mrs. Castelli took Timberland's Choirs to various seniors centers around Wentzville for their Winter Tour. Also, their Winter Concert was a great success! Check out the highlights video from this event, featuring the following pieces:
- Baritone Choir: Jingle Bell Celebration arranged by Donald Moore
- Treble Choir: Ani Maamin arranged by Valerie Shields
- Concert Choir: Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy by Peter Tchaikovsky, arranged by Jeff Funk
Timberland Youth and Government student did an amazing job at the 76th annual Youth and Government Conference! Read the informational press release to learn more about the highlights from this event.
- Timberland German teacher, Dr. Slattery, would like to invite all students to Winterfeier – German club's winter celebration! This event will take place during the first half of DEN time on Thursday, December 12 in Room 275. Come for authentic German food, drinks, and music! Dr. Slattery would also like to invite all Timberland students to enroll in a German class. If you're wondering "why should I take German?" check out his flyers!
COMMUNITY AGENCY OPT OUT
Throughout the academic year, the Wentzville School District partners with community agencies that specialize in providing students, families, and educators with preventative education. You have the option of opting your student out of the presentation(s).
DISCIPLINE
The Wentzville School District Student Misconduct and Disciplinary Consequences provides all disciplinary information, from tardies to being disrespectful to dress code.
WSD PARENT EVENTS
- Wednesday, December 11 – "Financial Aid 101"
- Who: Open to all grades
- Where: Liberty High School Auditorium
- Time: 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, December 11 – "FAFSA Help"
- Who: Seniors & parents
- Where: Liberty High School Auditorium
- Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
- What to Bring: FSA ID #'s, 2023 taxes, and bank statements
- Thursday, January 23 – "Collegiate Athletics: Recruitment, Eligibility, and Scholarships"
- Who: Open to all grades
- Where: Timberland High School Auditorium
- Time: 6-7 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 18 – "Sail into Senior Year"
- Who: Juniors & parents
- Where: North Point High School Auditorium
- Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
"She works seemingly tirelessly to ensure students are reaching their potential. When teaching, Mrs. Trussell employs a variety of methods to ensure her students leave her classroom filled with knowledge and real-world skills. Outside of the classroom, Trussell works with multiple extracurricular activities, providing students with real-world experiences, networking opportunities and more. She truly cares about the success of her students!"
TIMBERLAND COUNSELING TEAM
- Counselor, A-D / Julie Biggs, juliebiggs@wsdr4.org
- Counselor, E-K / Sarah Paes, sarahpaes@wsdr4.org
- Counselor, L-Ri / Tammy Braun, tammybraun@wsdr4.org
- Counselor, Ro-Z / Stephanie Bell, stephaniebell@wsdr4.org
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