WRMS Reflections 5.3.18

West Ridge Reflections

May 3, 2018

West Ridge Middle School

Please join us in welcoming our new WRMS Principal, Dianne Carter. Stop by at 6pm on Wednesday, 5/9, to mix and mingle, with a formal introduction at 6:15pm. Everyone is welcome!

MESSAGE FROM INTERIM PRINCIPAL ROBIN LOWE

Parents,

It is time to think about what your kids are going to be doing this summer. Whether you are home all day with them or they are home alone, thinking through summer activities now can save you some drama down the road.

Sit down with your tween and plan out a calendar of activities. It might be swimming or a movie or bowling or laser tag, etc. You can pencil in the planned vacations or summer camps. Also, you might want to consider things to do that are free - things like hiking or volunteering. But I do want to caution you about one thing, don't over plan. Kids need to be bored sometimes. When they are bored, they become creative. They learn how to rely on themselves. They learn that they don't need to be entertained every minute of the day. One, maybe two activities a week is plenty.

Give your tween time to ride their bikes in the neighborhood, play outside, or read a book. Consider putting a time limit on electronic devices. Don't allow them to be glued to their iPads or phones all day. I wrote last week about devices you can purchase for your home that limit the internet - that way there is no arguing - it just cuts off for a certain period of time and they are forced to rely on themselves.

In middle school, tweens are old enough (for the most part!) to be left at home alone, but if that is the case, some firm guidelines need to be set. For example, who is allowed in the house when you are not at home? Are there daily chore expectations? Are there specific times they should check in with you? And of course, prepare for emergencies, just in case! Remember how scary it was the first time you were left at home alone? Letting your tween experience the independence of staying home alone (starting in small increments) is a great way for them to experience a sense of accomplishment and for you to show trust in your child.

Stay strong!!

Robin

WILDCAT CLUB

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR STAAR TEST HALL MONITORING

This week is National

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

WRMS teachers and staff…

We appreciate ALL that you do,

each and every day!

Our Teacher Appreciation Luncheon this week was a big hit! P. Terry's came to feed the masses! Thank you to Bee Cave Orthodontics for providing our Good Times Ice Cream Truck...a sweet ending to their delicious lunch!

2018-2019 Website Open for Business

Hello Wildcat families! We're so excited about the upcoming 2018-2019 school year and serving as your Wildcat Booster Club Co-Presidents.

We are pleased to inform you that the 2018-2019 Wildcat Club Website is open for business!!!

Go online to Wildcat Club web site to get started.

• Verify/update your family info

• Pay your campus fee

• Order PE uniforms/Athletic uniforms (order by June 29th to receive at Wildcat Warm-up)

• Participate in the No-Hassle Fundraiser

…and so much more!

You can also sign up for various volunteer opportunities available next year. We need YOUR help to make next year a smashing success! If you have any questions, please let us know. We're here to help.

Karen Martin and Terri Ganem-Budiselich,

WRMS Booster Club Co-Presidents Elect

presidents@wildcatboosterclub.org

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Our Spring ONLINE AUCTION is May 11-18!

Stay tuned for a preview and details on auction items

and how you can register to bid!

It's a great day to be a Wildcat!
Aimee Cunningham & Suzanne Newhouse
WRMS Wildcat Club Co-Presidents

Don't Want to Miss a Thing This Year at WRMS?
Join the Wildcat Club on Facebook!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/wildcatclub

WRMS 2018-2019 BOYS ATHLETICS INFO

Current 6th & 7th Grade Parents with students interested in BOYS ATHLETICS for 2018-2019 –

The West Ridge Boys Coaching Staff is excited for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year. We will be sending you emails periodically throughout the summer with important information, upcoming dates and reminders for next school year.

Here are two important events coming up in May

BOYS Athletics Parent Meeting: Tuesday, May 8th @ 5pm (WRMS Main Gym)
We will be discussing our year in review, policies and procedures, and our program expectations.

Spring Physicals: Wednesday, May 9th @ 6pm (Westlake High School)
All athletes must have a completed physical on file to participate in Athletics. WHS will be holding their Spring Physicals on May 9th as a convenient option for you. Cost is $25, cash or check (payable to EANES ISD).
*No appointment necessary
**Physicals may be completed by your physician, but the EANES ISD Physical Form needs to be used (attached).

Below you will find the 2018 EANES ISD Physical Form and information on summer sports camps being held at Westlake High School.

Thank you,
Coach Spraberry & the Boys Athletics Coaching Staff

Eanes Physical Form

Summer Sports Camps at WHS

WRMS CHEER REMINDERS

Varsity Payment due April 30th

Cheer Camp and Cheer Fee due May 18th

Cheer Camp August 8-11th

Must have a copy of updated physical by camp

Please see Ms. Morreale with any questions GMorreale@eanesisd.net

CHEER WEB SITE

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS !!!

Monday, May 7 – Thu May 17, 2018
STAAR testing is upon us again!

We can't pull it off without your help to make sure our students have a quiet and calm testing environment.

SUPER EASY but critical job!!!
Great way to help ensure that these big (and stressful) days go as smoothly as possible for our kids and teachers
Job description: ensure only one student is in the rest room at a time and that students waiting in line do not talk
There will be a desk where you can sit, so bring your laptop, a book, or just enjoy some quiet time!