Pence Press
May 31, 2026
On June 3rd (the last day of school), we will have our Pence Pride Event. This is our way of showing pride in ourselves and our many successes this school year.
We have 730 students that we would like to provide water, popsicles, and chips to on the last day of school.
If you would like to help donate to the event, please sign up at the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0845A5AA2CA0F58-49798283-pence
In addition, STORE BOUGHT CUPCAKES are needed for the cupcake walk. Please bring your cupcake donations to Pence by no later than 8:15 am the day of the event! Thank you so much for your support!
A few Parent Volunteers are needed to hand out the snacks. Check in at the office at 8:15am.
It's that time of the year when all your library books need to be returned to the library so we can get them ready for another school year!
Come see us in the library if you need to know the cost of a book, when a book is truly lost or if it has been damaged.
8th graders - Library fees will travel with you to TAHS and must be paid before attending Homecoming and other events. Please return all books to us before the school year ends!
We will continue to take book returns through the last day of school!
Dear Parent/Guardian,
This letter is to inform you that you will need to pick up your students medications from Wilbur S Pence Middle School at the end of the school year. Please be aware that any medications that are not picked up will be discarded per RCPS guidelines. Medications must be picked up by a Parent/Guardian as students are not allowed to transport medication to and from school.
Medications may be picked up during school hours through June 4, 2026. If you have any questions or need to schedule a different time to pick up medication please contact Nurse Weaver at 540-879-2535.
Sincerely,
Nurse Weaver
Note from Nurse Weaver.
Reminder for ALL rising 7th grade students' parents. Your child must have their Virginia State required immunizations before entering school in Aug of 2026-2027 school year. Please see attachment for requirements. Rising 7th graders are to have their Tdap, Meningitis, and HPV. Please make appointments with your family doctors, health department or local pharmacies now to discuss your child's options. Appointments will fill up quickly and there are no exceptions. If your child does not have proof (copy of records from the provider sent to the school or dropped off) of their immunizations or exemptions before the first day of school they are not able to come to school. Please call or email Nurse Weaver with any questions. mweaver@rockingham.k12.va/us.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oc0iF56dYTeesz3nkAm9GA90jIXgweBtpqrtEvjpL1s/edit?usp=sharing
Consistent, on-time attendance is one of the most important factors in a student’s academic success. Being at school every day, from the first bell to the last, ensures students receive full instruction, participate in classroom discussions, and stay connected to their learning community. Even small amounts of missed time—such as tardies or early dismissals—add up and can result in lost learning and gaps in understanding. While we recognize that occasional absences for medical appointments are sometimes unavoidable, it’s essential to prioritize full-day attendance whenever possible. Being present all day, every day helps students build strong habits, stay on track academically, and grow with confidence.
-If your student is absent or late to school, please call the school (540-879-2535) or email the school (wspmsattendance@rockingham.k12.va.us) before 9:00 AM.
-If your student will be picked up early, please send a note or email the school that morning AND then call us when you are 5-10 minutes away so we can have your student in the office ready to go. Your student will sign themselves out and head out when they see your vehicle.
About Us
Office Email: wspmsattendance@rockingham.k12.va.us
Principal Email: tshank@rockingham.k12.va.us
Website: https://wspms.rockingham.k12.va.us/
Location: 375 Bowman Drive, Dayton, VA 22821
Phone: 540-879-2535
Fax: 540-879-2179