WMS Newsletter

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are eagerly anticipating a fantastic end to the school year, brimming with engaging events such as field trips, Field Day, assemblies, and end-of-year celebrations! These activities offer valuable opportunities for learning, camaraderie, and the creation of cherished memories for our students.

To ensure that all students can fully participate and enjoy these experiences, we encourage everyone to continue making positive choices and demonstrating respectful behavior, as well as maintaining consistent attendance. Please be aware that students who demonstrate excessive poor behavior or have significant attendance issues may unfortunately forfeit the opportunity to participate in these special events. Our priority is to create a positive and safe environment where all students can thrive and enjoy these rewards.

We firmly believe that through our collective efforts, we can ensure all our students have the chance to take part in these enriching experiences. We appreciate your ongoing support in reinforcing positive behavior and the importance of regular attendance with your child.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher or the school administration.

Thank you for your partnership in making this a successful and memorable year for all our students!

WHO: This event is only open to students in grades 6-8

WHAT: A fun event to come see their favorite staff members show off some fun and crazy talents

WHEN: Tuesday, May 27th, 2:45-4pm

WHERE: Wilmington Middle School Auditorium

WHY: As part of our new FUEL THE FUN campaign, this is to help raise funds for WMS

Ticket only: Grants entry to the talent show

1 on 1 ticket: Each student that purchases a 1 on 1 ticket will have the opportunity to challenge Mr. Taylor in a one-on-one basketball game.

Tickets will be sold during grade level lunches starting May 19th

Our 7th grade students will have a special opportunity to meet some furry, feathers, and maybe even scaly friends during an upcoming animal visit!

This hands-on experience will allow students to learn about the animals-and even get the chance to pet a few of them.

It is sure to be an unforgettable day.

A big THANK YOU to the WMS PAC for sponsoring this event!

We will be sending more information about our 8th grade moving on ceremony at a later date.

Please keep your eyes open for that!

We will be sending out more details about this event soon, so stay tuned!

Mrs. Curtis' WIN group was outside enjoying the spring weather while working on interpreting an article and graph!

Spring is upon us - the weather is getting warmer, the plants are blooming, and the pollen counts are rising! If your student is one of the many people who experience seasonal allergies, here are a few tips and tricks that can help manage their symptoms:

• Keep an eye on local pollen counts. Many weather apps will have this information.

• Avoid going outside on windy, gusty days.

• If outside, be sure to wash off your face and wash your hands immediately after coming inside. This can help to remove any pollen residue that may be on the skin.

• Manage seasonal allergies by taking over-the-counter medications (i.e. Zyrtec, Claritin) at home. Most allergy medications work best when used consistently throughout allergy season. Be sure to consult your student’s pediatrician before beginning any medication.

The school nurse does not supply over-the-counter allergy medications. Any medication to be administered in school requires a licensed prescriber’s order and a medication supply brought from home/pharmacy. Because most allergy medications will last 12 or 24 hours, these should be administered at home. If your student experiences eye symptoms that are not improved with oral medications, please consult with your pediatrician or pharmacist for medications that may be helpful.

Please make every effort to help your student manage their seasonal allergies at home, so that they are able to fully access their learning. If your student appears to have new-onset seasonal allergies, make an appointment with their pediatrician to discuss the best ways to manage their symptoms.

Brian Caira - Principal

Daniel Faircloth - Assistant Principal

Michael Knybel - Interim Assistant Principal

Wilmington Middle School

25 Carter Lane, Wilmington, MA 01887

978-694-6080

www.wpsk12.com