WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL
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November 21, 2008

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3.5 GPA  &  HIGHER HONOR ROLL FIELDTRIP

  The first trimester Honor Roll field trip will be Tuesday, November 25, 2008, to Western Skateland, in Bloomington.  Students & chaperones will depart West Middle, 1:15 P.M. and return 4:15 P.M. 

  The cost of the trip is $5.00.  This cost includes, admission, skate rental, and transportation.  Extra money will be needed if the student purchases concessions.  The field trip permission slip and fee of $5.00 should be turned in by Friday, November 21, NO EXCEPTIONS!  Students are to conduct themselves in a respectful and courteous manner.  Students, who misbehave, will be sent back to West by a chaperone.

PRE-ORDER YEARBOOKS

DEADLINE APPROACHING

   A WMS yearbook is a 72-page, hardback keepsake for all students.  The price begins at $26.50.  Pre-Ordering is the ONLY way a student can get his/her name on the cover of the book.  The last day for ordering is November 30, 2008.  Below are the ways to secure your WMS yearbook.
1)  Place your order on our secure website at www.yearbookordercenter.com.  Enter order #0532.
2)  Place your order by calling the toll-free number of Herff Jones at 1-866-287-3096, MON-FRI, 8am-5pm Central Time.
3)  Send your payment to Herff Jones through the mail.

NEW PHONE SYSTEM

  West Middle School has a new phone system.  After dialing, 765-342-6628, we encourage the public to listen to the ‘prompts’ and choose accordingly.   Below is a list of ‘prompts’ for your convenience:

‘0’ – Operator             ‘1’ – Absence/Attendance

‘2’ – Clinic                                ‘3’ – Cafeteria

‘4’ – Library                             ‘5’ – Office

‘6’ – Athletic Director/Asst. Principal

‘7’ – Principal                           ‘9’- Staff Directory

WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS

  West Middle School’s front office is open to the public Monday through Thursday, 7:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M., and Fridays, 7:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.  West’s’ phone number is (765) 342-6628.

RESPECTING OTHERS

  West Middle School staff feels strongly that all students and their

differences should be respected and valued equally by all students,

faculty, and parents.  It is expected that students at West Middle

School treat one another at all times with respect.  Harassment of any

kind will not be tolerated.  This includes, bullying, name-calling, and

put-downs, whether physical or verbal.  West Middle School’s goal is

for students to always feel comfortable and safe about their learning

environment here at West Middle School.

DEALING WITH ANGER

  We all get angry sometimes.  Some people, however seem to get angry a lot.  Sometimes people get so angry that they think they’re going to burst.  If you ever get so angry that you don’t know what to do, try one of the following:

·          Close your eyes, breathe deeply, and count to 10 (or 20 or 30).

·          Do something physical to get rid of the negative energy (take a walk, shoot baskets, kick a ball, lift weights, etc.)

·          Talk to a friend, parent, or counselor abot why you’re angry.

             NO JEWELRY IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASS

  As stated in the West Middle School Agenda Book and the West

Middle School Parent/Student Handbook, for safety reasons, jewelry

is not to be worn by any student who is enrolled in physical education

class or by students who participate in athletics.  This safety rule

pertaining to jewelry includes, but is not limited to, pierced earrings,

finger rings, nose rings, bracelets, necklaces, etc.  All students are

expected to follow the safety rules.

WMS CHEERLEADERS PERFORM IN COMPETITION

  The West Middle School cheer team competed at the Jr. Mid-State cheer competition, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008, at Greenwood High School. Their award winning routine consisted of elite level pyramids, awesome stunts, and complicated dancing. The WMS girls were one of only 2 schools to receive no penalties during the competition.  Congratulations West Cheerleaders on the victory!  Below is West’s competition cheer team:   

7^th graders:   Brittney Anthis, Jessica Bastin, Tristan Nunn, Ellen Rexing, Allison Parker, Taylor Rike, Valerie Ferguson, Courtney Thacker, Jori Ozolin, and Stephanie Schneck

8^th graders:   Bailey Blondell, Sarah Hinesley, Clarissa Martin, Miranda Tapp, Miranda McKinnley, Breonna Head, Taylor Coffey, Chelsea Pickard, Morgan Hacker, and Alisha Thacker.

MOVIE CLUB

  All male students and faculty are invited to attend this month’s movie on Monday, November 24 after school from 2:20-4:15 P.M. in the Library.  Popcorn, soda, and a featured film will be provided.

There will be no cost to attend this movie.  The featured movie is,

 “Gremlins “. 

Rated PG – Parents are encouraged to check the ratings of the movies and research the content of the movies before allowing your son to participate. This is a voluntary club!

Plot Outline:

  Miniature green monsters tear through the small town of Kingston Falls. Hijinks ensue as a mild-mannered bank teller releases these hideous loonies after gaining a new pet and violating two of three simple rules: No water (violated), no food after midnight (violated), and no bright light. Hilarious mayhem and destruction in a town straight out of Norman Rockwell. So, when your washing machine blows up or your TV goes on the fritz, before you call the repair man, turn on all the lights and look under all the beds. ‘Cause you never can tell, there just might be a gremlin in your house.

  You must sign up in advance in Mr. Lindsey’s office by the end of Period 7 the day of the movie.