WMS Friday Forecast

As we move into the heart of the school year, it’s more important than ever to support our students with strong routines and structures at home. For our middle schoolers, this means helping them build good habits - without doing the work for them.

Why do homework and practice matter?

Research shows that simply hearing or seeing new information doesn’t guarantee retention - we need to practice. In other words: the brain needs to be worked out. Consistent practice - revisiting, applying, reviewing - helps convert short-term learning into long-term understanding. This is the essence of what psychologists call the “spacing effect,” where spreading study and practice over time leads to stronger memory retention.

When students skip homework or delay reviewing new material, they miss that workout. The result? Content that slips away, concepts that don’t “stick,” gaps that grow. Over time, missing assignments and weak practice routines are strongly linked to lower grades. Simply put homework isn’t just “busy work.” It’s rehearsal. It’s the chance to deepen learning, build confidence and develop skills that will carry into high school and beyond.

How can you support at home?

• Establish a dedicated space: Choose a regular sport at home for homework - quiet, well-lit, with minimal distractions (phones/tablets/siblings) and materials (charged chromebook, notebook, pens,pencils, etc).

• Set a consistent time to do homework: Routines help the brain switch into “homework mode.” Whether it’s right after a healthy snack, or after a short unwind time, any predictable schedule will help.

• Provide a healthy snack & break: A small nutritious snack and a short break can boost focus and mood. Setting a timer can help limit the break and remind us to get back on track!

• Encourage independence - but be available: It’s important you don’t do the work for them. Instead, help your child get started, check that they have everything, ask guiding questions (“What’s your plan for this assignment?”), and then step back. This supports responsibility, self-regulation and ownership.

• Check-in after completion: Take 5 minutes when they’re done to ask what they learned or found challenging. This reinforces reflection and can help identify when additional support might be needed.

• Limit distractions during homework time: Until the assignment is complete, discourage social media scrolling, gaming, or TV. The brain works best with focus and minimal interruptions.

• Celebrate completion, not just the grade: Recognize effort, progress, and the habit of doing the work. When students see that homework matters and that you notice their investment, they’re more likely to keep up consistent routines.

We have a unique opportunity quickly approaching for our students who need a little extra time and support in completing their work as the midpoint of the 2nd quarter approaches. Saturday, November 14 students with missing assignments will be invited to attend Saturday school at Wredling from 8 - 10 a.m. The goal is to provide a structured environment with adult support to help students be accountable and get caught up. You will be receiving subsequent emails if your child is identified as needing to attend. Thank you for your continued support in prioritizing your child’s learning!

Francesca Favero

Principal, Wredling Middle School

Our Honor Roll recipients will be recognized on Monday, November 9th, with a ribbon, plus a lunchtime treat from our fantastic PTO!

Please note that while we celebrate our students' academic achievements, some children who earned Honor Roll status names do not appear on the published list. This is due to a privacy preference requested by their parents, which includes opting out of name publication in both the Honor Roll list and local newspapers. If you would like to change this preference, you can do so by contacting Wredling.

Congratulations to ALL of our RedHawks who worked hard throughout our 1st quarter of this school year. A special shout-out goes to those who were able to achieve Honor Roll status by earning either all A's or all A's and B's. All A's are on one tab, AB's are on another! See the bottom of the page to switch tabs.

Click the image above to view this quarter's Honor Roll!

Extra, extra! 🗞️

Looking for a fun way to stay connected with what’s happening at Wredling Middle School? The Wred Feather brings you student-written stories on everything from school-wide events like Colorpalooza, to student takes on everyday debates, book reviews and more! Don't miss some exciting features, including coverage of D303 United Soccer (our district Special Olympics team), a recap of the Redhawks Football Season, and fun staff features like The Bears VS. The Packers: WMS Staff Weigh In.

👉 Explore the latest issue today: wmsredhawknews.org

Most weeks we will be handing out some RedHawk Pride Awards. Below is the list of our RedHawk Pride Award recipients which will be in Monday's announcements. Recipients can pick up their award in the Wredling Main Office on Monday during their Tutorial.

This award is given by our teachers for a variety of reasons, from following our Guidelines for Success to Academic Achievement and Growth. We are proud of our RedHawks who work hard every day!

This Weeks' Recipients Presented By:

We want to remind you about a few practices we follow to make Wredling run smoothly. Parents, please review these with your child.

During the school day:

1. No outside drinks (Starbucks, Dunkin’, energy drinks, etc..) should be brought in during the morning. Students are welcome, and encouraged, to bring water.

• Students will be directed to finish all non-water beverages before entering the building.

2. Parents are welcome to drop off lunch only for their own child - not a group.

• Parent deliveries should be brought to the main office.

• Food and beverages may only be provided for your individual student. Ex: a pizza cannot be purchased for a group of students.

• Students are not permitted to use apps to have food delivered to the school.

3. The main office WILL NOT accept or sign for delivered lunches for students.

• If there is an emergency situation and you need to send something for your student, please get in touch with the main office with details so they don't turn away the delivery driver. 331-228-3700
  
  

WMS Student Athletes:

1. You are welcome and encouraged to send them to school with a second lunch/snack. Their day can be long!

2. Parents are welcome to drop off a snack or small meal only for their own child - not a group.

• Parent deliveries should be brought to the main office.

• Food and beverages may only be provided for your individual student. Ex: smoothies cannot be purchased for a group of students.

• Students are not permitted to use apps to have food delivered to the school.

3. The main office WILL NOT accept or sign for food from a delivery service (UberEats, DoorDash, etc.,) for student athletes.

• If there is an emergency situation and you need to send something for your student, please get in touch with the main office with details so they don't turn away the delivery driver. 331-228-3700

Thank you for your help and cooperation.

We have arranged for Maddie's Mittens to come to Wredling Middle School! This is an organization that brings winter clothing items such as pants, hats, gloves, scarves, jackets, and boots for families to choose from. No registration is required and it is first come first serve for families. They have clothing items for everyone, infants to adults! They will be at the front of the school from 4:30-6:30pm Monday November 16th. We hope you can join us!

¡Hemos organizado la visita de Maddie's Mittens a la Escuela Secundaria Wredling! Esta organización ofrece ropa de invierno, como pantalones, gorros, guantes, bufandas, chaquetas y botas, para que las familias elijan. No es necesario registrarse y la entrega se realizará por orden de llegada. ¡Tienen ropa para todas las edades, desde bebés hasta adultos! Estarán en la entrada de la escuela de 4:30 p. m. a 6:30 p. m. el lunes 16 de noviembre. ¡Esperamos contar con su presencia!

The Cheer Team is selling Butter Braid Pastries and Cookie Dough. These make great morning pastries or an easy dessert for the upcoming Holidays. Plan to order some to keep on hand in your freezer. Order today!

This is our only fund raiser of the year. Contact Coach Shelly Nelson (shelly.nelson@d303.org) for details.

CLICK HERE to access the online order link! You can choose which cheerleader you wish to support. They are competing for some fun prizes!

We are proud to partner with Big Hearts of Fox Valley for their 2026 Holiday Collection Drive! 💗Help us fill our box with NEW, unwrapped toys and gifts for local children and teens. Donations will help provide personalized holiday gifts to D303 children whose families are experiencing financial hardship. Please drop off your donation of new toys and gifts in the collection box now until November 11! 🎁

This weekend, save $5 off all tees and grab some new gear for the school year. SHOP HERE: https://1stplace.sale/32668

🔥It's never too early to start your holiday shopping!

Join us to learn more about the referendum on the November 3 ballot. Discover details on proposed district-wide facility projects, ask questions, and take a building tour (available at select locations).

Acompáñanos para obtener más información sobre el referéndum que se votará el 3 de noviembre. Descubre detalles sobre los proyectos de infraestructura propuestos para todo el distrito, haz preguntas y realiza una visita guiada a los edificios (disponible en ubicaciones seleccionadas).

Both high schools welcome our middle schoolers attendance at their games provided they adhere to the following expectations:

1. All middle school students must be accompanied and supervised by an adult
2. They must present their school ID to enter
3. They are not allowed to congregate in front of the concession stands
4. They are not allowed under the bleachers
5. St. Charles EAST additional expectation: If they are playing ball, they must be in the corner of the stadium on the scoreboard side nearest to Kirk Rd.

Grades 2 – 9

Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance.

In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking.

Written to flow seamlessly between land and sea, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. provides plenty of opportunities to bring these locations to life through creative movement and configurations. The fantasy of being underwater means your entire cast and crew can let their imaginations run wild.

Pearl Cast: Friday, November 20 & Sunday, November 22
Coral Cast: Saturday, November 21

Rating: G

The Gingerbread Contest & Display on Sunday, December 6th!

This festive event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season and we’d love for Wredling students, families, and staff to get involved! Wild Rose Elementary already registered their Student Council and their Kindness Club - it would be great to have more schools represented! There are multiple ways to join in the fun:

• Create your own gingerbread masterpiece — solo, as a family, or with a group! All ages and skill levels welcome. There will be prizes in multiple categories.

• Join us on December 6th. Stop by the event from 11am – 3pm to enjoy music & treats, and vote for your favorite gingerbread house.

• Admission is FREE!