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The Heartbeat of the Wildcat

April, 18, 2025

The Heartbeat of the Wildcat April, 18, 2025
The Heartbeatof the WildcatApril, 18, 2025

Keeping a Pulse on Student Life at WMHS! 10/10/2025 Keeping a Pulse on Student Life at WMHS! 10/10/2025

Welcome to Our Heartbeat Newsletter!

If you're new here—welcome! Every Friday, we send out our Heartbeat of the Wildcat newsletter to keep you informed and connected. Each edition includes highlights of what’s been happening around the school during the week, as well as important updates and upcoming events.

Stay tuned and thank you for being part of our Wildcat community!

Around the Halls Around the Halls

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Last week CCP Biology students stepped into the role of teacher for the day! Their goal: to explain and teach 10 enzyme-related terms using creative pictures and descriptions to classmates new to the topic.

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While studying solutions, advanced physical science students made rock candy. This was the winner of the best crystals.

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TATA Consultancy Agency field trip. Through INTERalliance jumpstart academy. The one picture with the black background is where they hold summer camps for high school students

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Physical science students are investigating states of matter while exploring the best recipe for making ookleck!

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The Creative Writing Class has been experimenting and trying their hand at Blackout Poetry.

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Senior Charlie W. has been putting in a lot of time and effort into making the first cuts on our new CNC machine. Stahley says, "Charlie is a self-motivated student who can take on any task when given the opportunity. His problem-solving skills and understanding of all things tech are very impressive, and we are excited to see what the future holds!"

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Students in Mrs. Vuyancih’s English class studied the poem Nothing Gold Can Stay by Robert Frost. They are currently analyzing the poem and exploring why it was used in the novel The Outsiders. Each class is creating a poster to depict a scene from the novel.

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The Life Skills class has framed up their walls and is now learning how to run wiring to rough in outlets and light switches. Next, students are going to hang and finish drywall.

School Information School Information

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🍂 Sophomore Class Fundraiser! 🍂

Support the Sophomore class by purchasing beautiful mums for $12 each!

Choose your favorite color when you pick them up at Ellis Landscaping.

📅 Order Deadline: October 15 (or while supplies last)

💳 Purchase from a Sophomore class member, Mrs. Prescott, or Mrs. Coffey in the office. You’ll receive a voucher to pick up your mums at Ellis.

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Every student and their family is required to attend an informational College Credit Plus session each school year in order to begin, or continue with CCP.
Options for these sessions for students wishing to do CCP in school year 2026-2027 are below:

Virtual Southern State: Thursday, October 16, 2025 @
6:00pm | Register Here
In person UC presenting: Thursday, November 20th, 2025 - Williamsburg
High School @ 6:00 PM | Register Here
*you can attend any session, regardless of which institution you plan to take classes with

Williamsburg Local Schools Website
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🎃 Williamsburg Music Boosters Craft Show & Trunk or Treat! 🎨

Join us Saturday, November 1 for a fun-filled day of crafts and Halloween treats!

If you’d like to register as a vendor, click here!

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High School Yearbook High School Yearbook

Yearbook Ads

Secure your senior or business ad in the yearbook by emailing Book_k@burgschools.org
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Buy your Williamsburg High School Yearbook Today!

Prices are at their lowest—don’t wait!


✨ This year you can also purchase:

Name Stamps

iTags

Plastic Yearbook Covers


🖥️ Order here: yearbookforever.com

➡️ Enter “Williamsburg High School” in the school field.

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Middle School Yearbook Middle School Yearbook

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You can also click here!

Seniors Seniors

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The senior portrait deadline is May 1, and we will be sending reminders leading up to that date. This will be the photo included in the yearbook. You can email these to Kelsey Book: Book_k@burgschools.org
Please email the students first and last name, along with their photo.

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Want to celebrate a senior? Buy a Senior Ad in the Williamsburg High School Yearbook! 🎓✨
Email book_k@burgschools.org
Space is limited.


Shop Here: https://yearbookforever.com/

Full Page: $100

1/2 Page: $60

1/4 Page: $35

Job Openings- Come Work with Us! Job Openings- Come Work with Us!

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From the Counseling Department From the Counseling Department

Mrs. LaGrange - Elementary School Counselor K-5 (formerly our district's Resource Coordinator)

Mrs. Ervin - Middle High School Counselor, 6-12 (formerly K-12 Counselor)

Mrs. Eilerman - College & Career Coordinator, K-12 (formeraly 6-12 Counselor)


Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have.

Morgan Eilerman - College & Career Readiness Morgan Eilerman - College & Career Readiness

We were so excited to add the College & Career Readiness Coordinator

position this year, and we’re incredibly thankful that Morgan stepped into the role!
She’s already bringing fresh, innovative ideas to the table, and we can’t wait to see what’s in store.


Don’t forget to check out her Wildcat Chats on YouTube! Link below!

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New Chat Unlocked! 🔓🐾 New Chat Unlocked! 🔓🐾

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Wildcat Chats - Episode 3 is here!

Don’t forget to tune in to the very first episode of Wildcat Chats featuring a couple of our alumni and Mrs. Eilerman from our amazing counseling department! You won’t want to miss it!🎙️
Watch it here!

From the Athletic Department From the Athletic Department

Live Broadcasting

🏈⚽🏐 This fall, we’ll be broadcasting all home games for football, soccer, and volleyball so you can cheer on our teams from anywhere!

Buy your home game tickets ahead! Hometown Ticketing Link Here.

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Fall Sports Schedules 2025 Fall Sports Schedules 2025

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Varsity Football
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Girls Varsity Soccer
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Boys Varsity Soccer
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Cross Country
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JV Football
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JV Girls Soccer
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JV/Varsity Volleyball
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Girls Golf
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Boys Golf
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JV Boys Soccer
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Middle School Football
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Middle School Volleyball

From Health Source From Health Source

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HealthSource is Celebrating 5 Years in Williamsburg!

Five years ago—right in the middle of a pandemic—HealthSource Williamsburg opened its doors. From a socially distanced grand opening to now, it’s been our honor to be your trusted provider for medical care.

Since then, HSO has proudly offered:

  • Sick visits
  • Sports physicals
  • Tests & lab work
  • Immunizations
  • and so much more!

HSO is here, growing, accepting new patients. Proud to serve the Wildcat community!

Thank you! As always, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Best,

Chelsie

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From the Community From the Community

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STAY IN THE KNOW, DOWNLOAD OUR SCHOOL APP STAY IN THE KNOW, DOWNLOAD OUR SCHOOL APP

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As many of you know, we’re excited to launch our brand-new website and the official Burg Schools app!

We encourage everyone to download the app, as it will serve as a one-stop hub for all school-related communication. Whether you’re looking for important announcements, school updates, newsletters, parent-teacher communication, athletic schedules, or club information, the app will have it all. It’s designed to keep parents, students, and staff informed and connected in one convenient place. Make sure to download the Burg Schools app today and stay in the loop all year long!

Mark Your Calendars - Important Upcoming Dates Mark Your Calendars - Important Upcoming Dates

10/17 - End of 1st Quarter

10/17 - Middle School Halloween Dance

10/20 - Start of 2nd Quarter

10/20 - NHS Tapping Ceremony - 1:30 - 2:30 pm

10/23 - NHS Induction Ceremony - 6:30 - 7:30 pm

10/23 - Career Day - 8:00 - 10:00 am

10/24 - Report Cards Posted

10/29 - Grant Lunch Visit for Sophomores only. 11:00 - 12:15

10/31 - Honor Roll Breakfast

11/1 - Williamsburg Music Boosters Craft Show & Trunk or Treat

11/1 - Williamsburg Youth Football hosting CCYFL playoffs @ Abrams

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