Good Evening Tiger Family,
This is your Principal, Mr. Ventura, with a few important announcements and updates for the week ahead.
October 17 marked the end of Quarter 1, and report cards will be distributed on October 30. We'll begin Quarter 2 next week, so let's start strong!
Please also save the date for Parent-Teacher Conferences on November 4, from 4:30–6:30 PM. To schedule an appointment, contact Ms. McWhirt in the Counseling Office. Keep showing your Tiger pride!
Transportation Update
We're excited to share that starting tomorrow, the Transportation Department will launch new and improved bus routes—meaning no more double runs for WGMS students!
A huge shoutout to our Transportation Team for their hard work and dedication over the past few weeks to prioritize student safety, increase efficiency, and maximize instructional time.
We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our families for your grace and cooperation as we've worked to improve our transportation system.
For more details, please review the link: Updated Bus Routes
Bullying Prevention Spirit Week
This week, we are excited to kick off our Tigers Against Bullying Spirit Week as part of Bullying Prevention Month! This is great opportunity for our students to come together and show their support for creating a positive and bully-free school community.
Please see the attached flyer for more details about the themes and activities for each day: Spirit Week Flyer
Support the WGMS PTO @ BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
Enjoy dinner with family and friends while helping the Walker-Grant Middle School PTO!
Show your flyer (printed or on your phone), and BJ's will donate 20% of your food and soft drink sales to support PTO events, student activities, and teacher appreciation.
Let's pack the house with Tiger pride!
Upcoming Dates to Remember
10/21: Fall Orchestra Concert from 7:00–8:00 PM at WGMS (Auditeria)
10/22: Unity Day — everyone is encouraged to wear orange
10/22: PTO Fundraiser @ BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse from 5:00–8:00 PM
10/27: Fall Pictures – Retakes, Cheer, and Field Hockey
10/30: Fall Festival Dance from 3:00–4:30 PM
10/30: Q1 Report Cards Issed
11/3: November School Board Meeting at 7:30 PM @ WGC
11/4: No School for Students/Teacher Workday (Election Day)
11/4: Q1 Parent/Teacher Conference Night from 4:30–6:30 PM
11/5: 6th Grade Q1 Awards Assembly in the WGMS Auditeria from 8:45–9:30 AM
11/6: 7th Grade Q1 Awards Assembly in the WGMS Auditeria from 8:45–9:30 AM
11/7: 8th Grade Q1 Awards Assembly in the WGMS Auditeria from 8:45–9:30 AM
11/11: No School (Veterans Day)
11/13: November PTO Meeting in the WGMS Media Center from 6:30–7:30 PM
11/14: Veterans Day Brunch (RSVP by 10/31) from 9:00–10:30 AM
11/18: Q2 Grade Interims distributed
11/25: Early dismissal for students and staff at 12:00 PM
11/26-28: Student/Staff Holiday (Thanksgiving)
Quick Links for Families
Please see the Quick Links Flyer attached for easy access to important resources, forms, and information to support your student and stay connected with Walker-Grant.
ParentSquare
If you haven't already done so, please activate your ParentSquare account to stay up to date on all the happenings at WGMS. You can access ParentSquare on any device by downloading the free mobile app or by visiting www.parentsquare.com.
Athletics
Come out and cheer on our Tiger student-athletes this week!
Girls' Field Hockey:
Oct. 20 vs. St. Patrick — HOME (Maury Stadium), 4:30 PM
Oct. 22 vs. Fredericksburg Academy — AWAY (GWES), 3:00 PM
Football:
Oct. 23 vs. Prospect Heights — HOME (Maury Stadium), 4:30 PM
Girls' Basketball:
Come out Tuesday, October 22, at 4:30 PM as our Girls' Basketball Team faces FT Binns at home in Playoff Round 1! Let's fill the gym and show our support with loud Tiger pride—your energy makes the difference!
Reminder: Students may not stay after school to attend athletic events unless accompanied by a supervising adult.
Spirit Gear
Show your Tiger pride with our school spirit gear! Grab yours today and wear it proudly. Tigers Win!
Title I
Title I is the largest federal aid program for elementary, middle, and high schools. Through Title I, the federal government designates money to school districts around the country based on the number of students in need in each district. Each district uses its Title I money for extra educational services for children, such as:
Class size reduction
Additional teachers and paraprofessionals
Parent resources
Instructional materials and supplies
Tier 2 and Tier 3 support services
The focus of the Title I program is to ensure all students meet challenging content and achievement standards. Title I also authorizes federal grant programs that provide funds for reading instruction, services to migrant children, services to neglected and delinquent children, comprehensive school reform, and dropout prevention.
All FCPS students in grades K-8 are eligible to receive programs funded through the Title I grant.
Thank You
As always, we want to thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another wonderful week ahead.
Go Tigers!