The Heartbeat of the Wildcat

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!

Our STEM program is growing, and students are playing a big role in getting the lab ready! With the arrival of new equipment—CNC machines, 3D printers, Lasers and Table saws, students have been hands-on in helping teachers set up the space.

By unpacking, assembling, and testing the tools, students are gaining valuable skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and responsibility. Their excitement has made the setup process both fun and educational. Teachers are proud of the initiative students have shown and believe this ownership will spark even more enthusiasm for STEM learning this year. We can’t wait to see the creative projects that will soon come to life in our upgraded lab! Now that everything is ready, we’re excited to start using the lab for real projects, one student said. “It’s a lot more than just plugging things in,” said one student volunteer. “We’re figuring out how all the pieces fit together, and it feels good knowing we’re the first to make it work.” Helping to build the space makes us feel more connected to it—and we can’t wait to see what we create next. Teachers also see this as a chance to model real-world STEM careers, where workers often unpack, install, and test new technologies as part of their jobs. “This is authentic learning,” Mr. Herron explained. “Students are gaining practical experience while also building excitement for the work ahead.”

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: Tuesday, October 7, 2025 @
6:00pm | Register Here
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 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!

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!

Secure your senior or business ad in the yearbook by emailing Book_k@burgschools.org

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.

You can also click here!

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.

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

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)

As the school year kicks off, please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have.

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!

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!

College Representative Visits will begin this fall at Williamsburg High School. Admissions Specialists will come and speak to students and provide information regarding the school, application process and more. Any interested student should sign up (using their school account) here to attend a visit:

College Presentation Sign Ups

🏈⚽🏐 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.

Williamsburg Middle/High School mobile dental hygiene visit scheduled for 9/15/25-9/26/25

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

10/1 - WMHS Picture Retakes

10/2 & 10/3 - Fall Break - No School

10/6 - Teacher Work Day - No School for Students

10/10 - Wildcat Walk (Elementary School Using Abrams) 9:15 - 2:45
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