WBMS Family Update Week 6

The WBMS main office is open this week: Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 3:15 PM

248-865-4480

Administrative Assistants:

Colleen Marshall: colleen.marshall@wbsd.org

Antoinette Morton: antoinette.morton@wbsd.org

Fran Seleski: francine.seleski@wbsd.org

WBMS Students walking in the Homecoming parade should meet at the Prince of Peace church parking lot at 4:45 on Friday, October 9th.

Students attending the WBHS football game will need to show their school ID and be accompanied by a parent/guardian listed on their PowerSchool account. WBMS staff will be at the entrance gates to verify guardianship. Thank you for helping to keep our sporting events safe and enjoyable for all attendees. Students need to be supervised and seated in the stands to watch the event. More details listed below re: spectators at sporting events. Sporting events are not "drop off" events for students to wander around the venue.

Thank you to the 39 parents/guardians who attended our Fall Dinner & Dialogue on October 1st.
We enjoyed an evening of dinner, connection, and meaningful conversations about the middle school experience. Through rotating small-group discussions, families shared perspectives on student belonging, school communication, and ways to strengthen our WBMS community. Our “Keep, Change, Create” activity invited parents to identify what is working well, what could improve, and new ideas to consider as we move from listening to action.

A special thank you to West Bloomfield Youth Assistance for providing dinner! We appreciate our families’ thoughtful input and partnership in helping students feel known, supported, challenged, and connected.

WBMS PTO is sponsoring our Fall Ball

Save the Date:

Friday, October 30th

6-8 PM

West Bloomfield Middle School

Parent Chaperones/Volunteers are Needed

Please sign up Here

There are also spaces for students to sign up.

NJHS students who need volunteer hours are encouraged to sign up.

More details to follow

Costumes will be optional

Activities will be set up in the gym, as well as music/dancing in the Auditeria

Snacks will be for purchase

Admission fee at the door

ONLY WBMS students and designated chaperones will be allowed to enter

Student ID is required

Thank you to all 304 WBMS students for completing the Google Form Input survey.
We appreciate your feedback.

Although all students receive free breakfast and lunch, families are still encouraged to complete the Free & Reduced Meal Application.

Qualifying families may receive reduced Pay to Participate fees for athletics and activities, reduced AP Exam fees, and access to other student support services.

Please take a few minutes to complete the form here.

Menus by Elementary, Middle & High School: https://www.wbsd.org/departments/nutriton-services

This week in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), students are diving into Lesson 6: Reactions to Emotions.

This lesson addresses an important area of growth for middle schoolers, as school survey data showed that last year only 62% of WBMS students felt able to pull themselves out of a bad mood.

Here is an overview of what students are learning and practicing this week:

• The Think-Feel-Do Cycle: Students are learning the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Triangle model, which illustrates how our thoughts (the words we say to ourselves), feelings (the emotions experienced in our bodies and minds), and behaviors (our actions and choices) are all interconnected around a situation.
• Reframing Thoughts: Through real-world scenarios—such as hearing rumors in the hallway or getting caught in a hall sweep—students analyze how negative thought patterns lead to anxious or angry feelings and unhelpful choices. They then practice reframing their thoughts to achieve calmer feelings, make better choices, or ask for help.
• Group Discussion & Reflection: In small groups, students reflect on common middle school situations (such as waiting for a text reply, being called to the office, or talking with a teacher) to identify constructive ways to handle their thoughts and actions.

Core Takeaway: By understanding that thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are directly linked, students learn that changing how they think about a challenging situation can improve their emotional state and lead to positive decision-making

Orders are placed ONLINE only, directly through Parrot Spiritwear. NO orders are taken at the school.

CLICK HERE TO PLACE YOUR ORDER

We love seeing our WBMS families showing their LAKER pride and supporting our students at athletic events! Please remember that the same expectations apply at WBMS athletic events as they do when our middle school students attend WBHS events.

Students must be supervised by a parent/guardian throughout the event. The supervising parent/guardian must be listed on the student’s PowerSchool account. Athletic events are not drop-off events for middle school students.

Thank you to our parent community for understanding the importance of working together to provide a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment for everyone. We appreciate your partnership and support!

Student Spectators MUST leave the school and return with their parent/guardian to attend the event. Student spectators are not allowed to remain unsupervised on school campus between dismissal and the event.

Monday, Oct. 5th

4:15 PM - WBMS Green Volleyball vs. Norup- AWAY🏐🏐

4:15 PM - WBMS White Volleyball vs. Royal Oak - HOME🏐🏐

Tuesday, Oct. 6th

4:15 PM - WBMS Cross Country Meet vs. South Hills MS - at Lone Pine 🏃

Wednesday, Oct. 7th

4:15 PM - WBMS Green Volleyball vs. Detroit Country Day - HOME 🏐🏐

4:15 PM - WBMS White Volleyball vs. Clarenceville - AWAY🏐🏐

4:30 PM - WBMS Football vs. Novi - AWAY 🏈

Thursday, Oct. 8th

4:15 PM - WBMS Cross Country Meet vs. Royal Oak - at Pine Lake Park 🏃

Unscheduled visitors coming to the building will not be permitted to enter past the front office. Drop-in visitors will not be allowed to enter the building without a pre-scheduled appointment. We will continue this approach in an effort to maximize safety and security while minimizing disruptions to learning.

Volunteers, both parent/community volunteers (Reading Mentors, Watch DOGS, classroom volunteers, etc.) as well as student mentors in programs such as the professional apprenticeship, are permitted under the following circumstances:

• They must have approval from the principal and teacher before volunteering.
• Interested volunteers must also complete a volunteer form and provide a copy of their driver’s license/ID to the school’s office staff upon request. Once completed, the paperwork is forwarded to HR for a background check (ICHAT).

• iCHAT background checks are still required for all non-student volunteers.

Each advisory class has a scheduled recess as part of a rotation which includes: iCenter, Outdoor/ Track and field, Indoor Gym activities, and Board Games in the classroom.

A wide variety of activities are set up in the iCenter for our students to interact and engage with each other. We encourage social interaction and collaboration through shared experiences.

Review the grade-level guidelines for middle school students, including where and when personal devices may be used and stored. Please note that updated state law restricting personal wireless device use during instruction takes effect beginning in the 2026–27 school year.

ORDER HERE:

https://yearbookordercenter.com?school=25753

WBMS school code is 25753

The price will increase according to the following schedule:

$45, October 1- 31

$50, November 1- December 31

$55, January 1- March 31

$60 for yearbooks that are not pre-ordered. First come first serve.

If you are a West Bloomfield School District Employee, you will receive a special discount. Please DO NOT pre-order through the website. You will have the opportunity to pre-order with Ms. Fran in the main office. Your price is $30 and you must pre-order by March 1st for this special employee pricing. Thank you. (If you submitted an online order, no worries. Just email Mrs. Carson to let her know)

We're currently just over $5000. Teal house is in the lead. Let's go Lakers!!

Winner will be announced on October 5th, keep the donations coming.

Hello Lakers!

Our No Frills Fundraiser is still happening- currently over 5k raised and 8th Grade in the lead for winning the snack cart! The final winner will be announced Monday, October 5th! Our goal is to raise $20 per student/ about $20k for the school- please donate here:

We also have some community fundraiser and bonding nights planned, please see the calendar here

Our first one is Rolladium Night on Sunday, October 11 from 3-5pm at Waterford Rolladium.

Year round spirit wear site: https://1stplace.sale/115952

Please contact us at wbmslakerspto@gmail.com with any questions : )

Thank you,

Lindsay, Kelly, Luci and Krystal

Athletic Night Information - Slide Deck

Athletic Schedule for 2026-27

FINAL FORMS LINK

Video tutorial for Final Forms

If your student plans to participate in WBMS Athletics during the fall, winter, or spring season, please take a few minutes to review the important information attached.

Completing these requirements early will help ensure your student is ready for tryouts and practices.

Please watch this space for updates.

Please note some clubs require registration

through WBSD Community Education and there may be a registration fee.

We are excited to see our students shine!!

Visit Michigan League of Academic Games for more information about the games.

Participation in Academic Games competition will require registration through Community Education.

Ms. Maeva Le Colas: maeva.lecolas@wbsd.org

Mrs. Joanna Graham: joanna.graham@wbsd.org

Dr. Crystal Jabiro: crystal.jabiro@wbsd.org

Complete this Google Form if you are interested in joining- Space limited to 25 students.

Mr. Aaron Blatt: aaron.blatt@wbsd.org

Ms. Hanna Kim: hanna.kim@wbsd.org

Mrs. Rachel Hamilton: Rachel.Hamilton@wbsd.org

Ms. Andrea Cole: andrea.cole@wbsd.org

Friendly competition is at the heart of Middle School Robotics, as teams of 6th-8th grade students engage in research, problem-solving, coding and engineering - building and programming a human controlled robot that competes in an alliance format at competitions. Prepare your student for robotics now before the new S.T.E.A.M./CTE wing of WBHS is complete.

Our season officially kicks off on Saturday, Sept 12, however teams will be meeting starting the week before. We are offering 2 sessions this year - an after school session, and an evening session (great for our athletes). Space is limited, do not hesitate to register if you are interested.

Registration link: https://wbsdec.arux.app/course/255/fall-2026/middle-school-robotics

Questions? Contact Coach Chris: wbrobotics2020@gmail.com"

Robotics is a Community Education Program, registration is required. Click the registration link for details.

Coach Chris Haines: wbrobotics2020@gmail.com

Staff Liaison: Ms. Andrea Cole: andrea.cole@wbsd.org

Mr. Brendan Brice: Brendan.Brice@wbsd.org

Dr. Joann Manetta: joann.manetta@wbsd.org

Hola, everyone!

We’re excited to see you at our next Spanish Club meetings on

October 8 at 3 3-3:45 pm pm

October 15 at 3-3:45 pm

November 2 at 3-3:45 pm

November 17 at 3-3:45 pm

December 10 at 3-3:45 pm

Come join us for some fun, Spanish, and time together! We hope to see you there!

¡Hasta pronto!

Google Form Application

Kelsey Chewins: Kelsey.chewins@wbsd.org
Andrea Henry: andrea.henry@wbsd.org

Mrs. Laura Cowell: Laura.Cowell@wbsd.org

LINK to the Registration Form

Within the efunds payment portal, please indicate the style
according to the image above, letter = A, B, C, D, E, F, or G

and the size: Youth Large, Adult S, M, LG, or XL

Each style has the available sizes listed. NOT all sizes are available for every color.
Please note the youth large and adult small are identical in size.

Dear Parents of West Bloomfield School District Students,

If your child is a student (3 to 26 years of age) in the West Bloomfield Schools, s/he can also participate in the 2026-27 Fueling Kids’ Futures–One Meal at a Time (previously known as Blessings in a Backpack) program. This program sends six non-perishable meals home each Friday of the school year. Its goal is to make sure that no child goes hungry on the weekend. Run by volunteers, there is NO cost to you.

To enroll in this program, please fill out the form below and return it to your school office or email it to katherinesheiko@hotmail.com. This registers your child/ren in the Fueling Kids’ Futures–One Meal at a Time program and alerts us to any allergies they might have. The first bag of food will be sent home in mid September. Any student enrolled in the program for the 25/26 school year will automatically be enrolled for the 26-27 school year and does not have to fill out an application.

Application for Fueling Kids Futures

If your student misses their bus they should report to the office to call you. Students ring the doorbell and will be allowed to enter the main office.

An administrative assistant is in the office until at least 4pm to let students inside the building.

Please spell the first and last name and provide the reason for absence.
Email documentation (doctor notes) to Antoinette.Morton@wbsd.org

If you call after school hours, your student's attendance will be updated the next school day.

If your student's pick will be different for the day, please call the school main line before 2pm.

Bus protocol - Students are not allowed to ride a bus unless they are assigned by transportation.

Extra riders for the buses we will need to confirmed 24 hours before the student is to ride with another student.

AT THIS TIME........NO GUEST/EXTRA RIDERS, THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• October 11: PTO Rolladium Night (3-5pm)
• October 13: WBMS Orchestra Fall Concert - WBHS
• October 14: WBMS Band Concert - WBHS

• October 14: Late Start
• October 21: Picture Retake day at WBMS
• October 30, WBMS Fall Ball, 6-8 PM
• November 3: No School
• November 11: Late Start