WMS Update August 25, 2025

Dear Wamsutta Families:

Welcome to the 2025-26 school year! The Wamsutta Middle School faculty is excited & looking forward to a great school year. A reminder that the first day of school for WMS is Tuesday, September 2nd.

We have a few new staff additions this school year: Mr. Raymond Luong (7/8 Science), Ms. Holly Masciarelli (7/8 ELA), Ms. Barbara-Ann Travers (paraprofessional), Ms. Grace Farrow (Building Substitute), Ms. Jessica Mahanna (EL Teacher), Ms. Miriam Shea (EL Teacher). All will make great additions to our staff.

In an effort to maintain ongoing communication, I ask that throughout the school year you reference your Aspen portal, the WMS Webpage & Facebook page for any updates on events happening at WMS. Also, as mentioned in Superintendent Sawyer's message, Next week, our websites are getting a fresh new look. All the information you need will still be there, just in an easier-to-find location. You may also notice updates to the APS app and the Rooms tool. Apptegy has made changes to make connecting with our educators simpler and more intuitive. Keep an eye out for messages from teachers over the next few weeks. If you have any questions about using the APS app, check out the Apptegy Family Resource Guide.

If you haven’t already done so, we strongly encourage that you download our Attleboro Public Schools app (Android or iPhone) to stay connected. The Attleboro Public Schools app is the go-to place for district and school events, alerts, news from administrators, student stories, and emergency notifications. A key feature, Rooms, is a secure communication portal between you and your child’s teacher. In the APS app, tap “Rooms” in the bottom right corner of the home screen. If you created an account last year, there is no need to register again. You can reset your password here. To find resources on how to use Rooms and troubleshoot common issues, click here . Questions can be directed to Kim Janssen at kjanssen@attleboroschools.com".

Breakfast and lunch will continue to be served at no cost to all students. Please note that even though meals will be free for all, it remains essential for families who believe they might qualify to complete the household Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals for the 2025-2026 school year. We strongly encourage ALL families to submit this form as it allows us to determine eligibility for P-EBT benefits and waive or reduce transportation, athletics, and other fees. Documenting qualifying families also significantly impacts state funding for our district, so completing the form is a direct way to support our schools.

Homeroom Assignments

Please reference the Aspen link to view your child's homeroom assignment and bus information.

If you need your Aspen password reset, please follow the directions on the Aspen page.

If you are new to APS or can't remember your username as a parent, please email wamsuttaoffice@attleboroschools.com.

First Day of School

Below are some details to be aware of for September 2nd:

Drop off for students that are considered “walkers” begins at 7:30 AM. Please note, teachers will be posted throughout the grounds beginning at 7:30 AM. If your student is dropped off prior to 7:30, they may be unsupervised.
Students eating breakfast may enter the building @ 7:30 AM.
All students may enter the building @ 7:40 AM. & should be in homeroom by 7:50 AM.
The school day ends @ 2:20 PM.
Parents/guardians are asked to call in their child’s absence from school (508 223-1540) & provide written documentation for the absence.
It is recommended students should bring in a combination lock & provide the combination to their homeroom teacher.
All parents/guardians and guests of the Wamsutta Middle School must enter via the

front entrance & check in with the main office.

Traffic Patterns/Entrances