Rising Rangers

We are The School of Choice!

Email: wms.support@hayscisd.net
Website: www.hayscisd.net/wms
Location: 1500 West Center Street, Kyle, TX, United States
Phone: 512-268-2891
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WallaceMiddleSchool
Twitter: @wmsrangers

Cafeteria doors open @ 7:45 AM for breakfast

7:45 AM Student supervision in building begins

All students report to Homeroom Advisory @ 1st Bell

Student Daily Dismissal @ 3:35 PM

4:45 PM Late Bus available for tutoring (M-Th w/ sign-up)

Good health habits, like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu.

Please let the school nurse know if your child is absent due to the flu. If possible, please send in confirmation of results. Fax # 512-268-1853.School

Nurse is Anjelica Hall, RN

anjelica.hall@hayscisd.net

512-268-2891 Ext. 46625

Cafeteria doors open @ 7:45 AM for breakfast $1.35

Lunch is $2.90 (you may only bring food for your student - no sharing w/ others please)

6th Grade lunch 11:13 - 11 :43

8th grade lunch 11:43-12:13

7th grade lunch 2:13-12:43

(get free & reduced lunch app online @ https://schoolcafe.com)

Pay student lunch account online @ HCISD Child Nutrition Site @ https://www.hayscisd.net/Page/317

Week 3 / 3rd Quarter

Expect 1 or 2 Minor Grades / No Major Grades yet

Email wms.support@hayscisd.net , if you need any assistance.

* Late Bus available (M-Th) Sign-up 1 day prior w/ Teacher

Summer School 2020

Students not passing 1 to 3 core class (English, Math, Science and/or Social Studies) will be required to attend Summer School June 1 - June 26, 2020. Please use school support to ensure your student is learning and is prepared for the next grade-level. If a student is failing all 4 core classes, they will be retained for the next school year. Email or call the office for more information @ wms.support@hayscisd.net

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1/20 Monday: No School

• Staff- Student Holiday

• National Day of Service

• HW: Online Imagine Math practice - ask student's math teacher for details! All students will take a 4 hour math STAAR test this spring. 8th Grade on April 8th (Algebra EOC is May 5th) and 6th & 7th grade take Math STAAR on May 12th!

1/21 Tuesday:

• Tx State Interns (Future Teachers) work in classrooms w/ Cooperating Teacher
• 8th Grade students tour Hays HS during the day
  
• 8th Grade Parent & Family Night @ Hays HS - see attachments w/ parent email or on campus Facebook

Library Late Hours w/ Mrs. Demian

1/22 Wednesday:

• Students should be reading a book at home for 30 minutes each day. This is to support reading fluency and stamina for the 4 hour reading STAAR test in April! Our library and the City of Kyle public library also provides books online to read from mobile devices. Email heather.demian@hayscisd.net for more information

1/23 Thursday:

• Tx State Interns (Future Teachers) work in classrooms w/ Cooperating Teacher
• Review grades online @ https://www.hayscisd.net/parent_portal
• Progress reports published in 1 week online

5PM Basketball vs. Goodnight MS - (Girls Away/ Boys Home)

(Students must be supervised if staying as attendee and must represent The W, if attending away game)

1/24 Friday:

Week 4/ 3rd Quarter

Expect 3 to 4 Minor Grades / Could have 1 Major Grade

Email wms.support@hayscisd.net , if you need any assistance.

* Late Bus available (M-Th) Sign-up 1 day prior w/ Teacher

Summer School for Credit Recovery (6th, 7th & 8th)

Discuss Semester grades with your student! Credit must be earned for all core classes including English, Math, Science and Social Studies. That means their semester average must be a 70% or higher for the 1st semester. If they are below 70% for the 1st semester, they could be in jeopardy of attending Summer School to recover credit for not mastering the core coursework.

Email wms.support@hayscisd.net

for more information

or to talk to their school counselor in detail.

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1/27 Monday:

• Turn in Homework & Calendar school events using Student Planners
• Homeroom - Organize backpack & class discussion regarding things students will do to make this week greet!
• HCISD School Board Mtg @ Lehman HS Cafe or watch online @ https://www.hayscisd.net/Page/194

Late Bus available from front Patio (M-Th only)

Students must sign up 1 day prior to stay with a Teacher!

5PM Basketball vs. Barton MS ( 8th grade play @ Hays HS / 7th grade Boys Away/ Girls Home)

(Students must be supervised if staying as attendee and/or must represent The W, if attending away game)

1/28 Tuesday:

• Teachers update gradebook by 6PM - view online gradebook @ https://www.hayscisd.net/parent_portal

Library Late Hours w/ Mrs. Demian

Late Bus available from front Patio (M-Th only)

Students must sign up 1 day prior to stay with a Teacher!

1/29 Wednesday:

• 5th Grade Campus Tour during the day w/ Student Ambassadors
• 5th Grade Parent Night & Elective Teacher Showcase @ Gym 6PM (see attachment to parent email and posted on social media Facebook school account)

• ACCESSIBILITY/WHEELCHAIR ACCESS
• WMS recognizes the needs of persons with disabilities and meets or exceeds the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and Texas state mandates. We provide a range of accommodations for guests with disabilities to ensure their safety and enjoyment of our events. Please call 512-268-2891 or email the front office @ wms.support@hayscisd.net to make your visit an enjoyable one!
• DEAF & HEARING IMPAIRED INTERPRETING SERVICES
  We are also pleased to provide signed performances for hearing-impaired guests for select events. Requests for interpreting services should be received at least two weeks prior to the scheduled event. The content of some events may not be translatable to sign language. To request an interpreter, please call 512-268-2891 and speak with the campus secretary, Mrs. Rodriguez.
  

Late Bus available from front Patio (M-Th only)

Students must sign up 1 day prior to stay with a Teacher!

1/30 Thursday:

• Order your $30 yearbook before Spring Break online @ https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/

4:45 PM - Late Bus available from front Patio (M-Th only)

Students must sign up 1 day prior to stay with a Teacher!

1/31 Friday:

• PBIS Rocking Ranger Parent & Student celebration breakfast @ Library . This month we celebrate the character trait of Self-motivation!
• Progress Reports available online @ https://www.hayscisd.net/parent_portal
• Do you need to set up an academic support meeting for your student? email wms.support@haysicd.net

No Late Bus - regular dismissal @ 3:35 PM

Family Homework - share family stories of time long ago and dreams for the future!

Upcoming Dates:

TBD

• https://www.txpta.org/

• Follow PTA on Facebook @ WallaceMiddleSchoolPTA1819
• Email rose.holloway@hayscisd.net if interested in Volunteering!

Campus Events:

• Monthly Teacher prize basket (18 total)
  
• Monthly Student prizes for Academic Improvement (18 total)
  
• STAAR snacks for all students (March & May)
• Teacher Appreciation week / lunch, breakfast & small prize (May)
• Student Field Day / snacks, Popsicles & small prizes (May)
• Senior Scholarships (2 at $500) for former Wallace Students (May)

Moving Late Library days to Tuesday! Come in a grab an independent reader today!

Please contact me at heather.demian@hayscisd.net or 512-268-2891 extension 46664.

https://sites.google.com/g.hayscisd.net/wallace-middle-school-library/home?authuser=0

6th Grade & 7th Last Names A-L Students = pj.crews@hayscisd.net

7th Last Names M-Z & 8th Grade Students = stacy.lomax-wendel@hayscisd.net

Information @ https://sites.google.com/hayscisd.net/wallacecounselors/home?authuser=1

Hays County Sheriff's Officer, Deputy Montemayor

Deputy Montemayor is assigned to Wallace Middle School

He is assigned to HCISD as a School Resource Officer or "SRO"

see district's website for more information @ https://www.hayscisd.net/Page/7886

Annual School Safety video: Standard Response Protocol "SRP"

1. SRP video @ https://www.hayscisd.net/Page/7886 (preview, if never viewed)

Email sam.montemayor@hayscisd.net if you have questions or would like more information

Our district supervisor for campus SROs is jeri.skrocki@hayscisd.net

6th and 7th grade students have begun researching their passion project topics and our 8th graders are getting more comfortable in their roles as mentors for their teammates. We look forward to a great GT Showcase on May 19th!

Email Ali.Tison@hayscisd.net for information and details

1/27 - 6PM HCISD School Board Meeting @ Lehman HS cafeteria or view online @ https://www.hayscisd.net/site/Default.aspx?PageID=194

January 29 - Rising 6th Grade Parent Night (current 5th grade students & Families) @ 6PM

Feb. 8th - HHS Choir Event w/ Disney Tea Party!

“The HHS Choir Department is putting on its first annual Magical Musical Tea Party in the Choir Room in the HHS Music Building.”

Magical Musical Tea Party at Hays HS!

Two shows February 8th (1:30 and 4:30).

About this Event

The Jack C. Hays High School Choir Department and the Hays Choir Boosters present an afternoon tea party with your favorite Heroes and Princesses.

Event includes light snacks, story time, songs and dances.

Guests of all ages are invited to dress up and show off their costumes as part of a Magical Parade!

Photo opportunities will be abundant!

What? Two shows! 1:30pm and 4:30pm. Doors will open 20 minutes prior to show.

Tickets $10 in advance & at the door - This event will sell out. Get your tickets now!

1 child (3 and under sitting on parent's lap) will be admitted free with paid adult.

Please add free ticket to your order so we have plenty of tea and cakes.

Event will be held in the Choir Room, located in the Hays High School Music Building.

TIcket information can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hays-hs-magical-musical-tea-party-two-shows-feb-8-at-130-and-430-tickets-89203699667

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Charles Flores, HHS Choir Director.

With regards,

Kelly Reyes, M.M.Ed

Choir Director, Wallace M.S.

May 19 - GT Student Showcase (email ali.tison@hayscisd.net for more information)