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INDEPENDENT LEARNING DAY – FRIDAY, MARCH 12

K-12 Independent Learning Day: No in-person instruction will take place. All students will be provided with instructional material for independent learning and will learn remotely. Teachers will be available to provide direct assistance to students via Zoom 1:30-2:30 p.m. for office hours.

WMS CHESS CLUB

Are you interested in playing Chess after school? Please stop by the office to pick up a permission slip.

The Chess Club will start on March 30 and will meet once a week after school on Tuesdays from 3:15 – 4:30 in room 230. Normal safety protocols such as face masks and social distancing will be followed.

8TH GRADERS INTERESTED IN HS CHEERLEADING

8th graders: Are you interested in being a part of the WHS cheerleading team? Tryout packets are now available for pickup in the front office. If you have any questions or would prefer an electronic copy of the tryout packet, please email wyominghighschoolcheer@gmail.com

WYOMING PSA NEEDS YOU!

Wyoming PSA has declared Freedom From Fundraising! We are no longer asking parents and caregivers to invest their time and resources into selling items to help PSA support our schools. Instead, you can make a direct donation! Click here to learn more about PSA and to donate:

https://wyomingpsa.wordpress.com/freedomfromfundraising/

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8TH GRADERS INTERESTED IN HS CHEERLEADING

8th graders: Are you interested in being a part of the WHS cheerleading team? Tryout packets are now available for pickup in the front office. If you have any questions or would prefer an electronic copy of the tryout packet, please email wyominghighschoolcheer@gmail.com

ATTENTION 7TH & 8TH GRADE MODEL UN STUDENTS

Our first group work session is this Wednesday, March 10, in Mr. Allen’s room. We will meet right after school until 4:30. At the meeting, we will work with you to finalize teams and begin exploring your countries. If you have not signed up for Model UN, but are interested in joining, please attend the meeting.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

What do we want to achieve and what is our key message as a school?

As a school what can we do to…

• celebrating women’s achievements
• awareness raising
• influencing behavior
• smashing stereotypes
• challenging bias
• reinforcing commitment
• launching initiatives
• find better ways to support one another

Think about what you can do to help our school on an individual level and what can we do together

FRIDAY, MARCH 12 – INDEPENDENT LEARNING DAY

K-12 Independent Learning Day: No in-person instruction will take place. All students will be provided with instructional material for independent learning and will learn remotely. Teachers will be available to provide direct assistance to students via Zoom 1:30-2:30 p.m. for office hours.

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Wyoming High School Theater Arts presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

Wyoming High School Theater Arts is proud to present The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) – a hilarious and irreverent tribute to the Bard. The show will take place at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 5 and 6, at Wyoming High School’s Pendery Center for the Arts. Seating is limited and reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets cost $10 and payments will be made at the door. Fill out the order form below if you would like to purchase tickets. All state and health department guidelines will be followed for the safety of all.

Please fill out this Google form if you would like to attend:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewEMHSujX5NuliPeCMKKQcg65RP6dsZ_FyoRTxQsZbBW_z3g/viewform?usp=sf_link

News from our support organizations

From the Wyoming Parent School Association (PSA):

WYOMING PSA NEEDS YOU!

Wyoming PSA has declared Freedom From Fundraising! We are no longer asking parents and caregivers to invest their time and resources into selling items to help PSA support our schools. Instead, you can make a direct donation! Click here to learn more about PSA and to donate:

https://wyomingpsa.wordpress.com/freedomfromfundraising/

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7th & 8th GRADE BOYS TENNIS

Any boy interested in playing Spring Tennis please plan to attend a short meeting after school this Wednesday, March 3 in the gym.  The meeting will start at 3:15 and should not last more than 10 minutes.
If you can’t make the meeting please see Mr. Gronas for information.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to our Health Teacher/HS Basketball Coach Matt Rooks and his High School Basketball Team! The basketball team won their D-2 tournament game…winning in overtime! The next game will be Saturday, March 6 – district final game. Good luck Coach Rooks and WHS basketball team!

WYOMING YOUTH TRACK – GRADES 3 – 6

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FRIENDLY REMINDER FOR IN PERSON LEARNING

Students who are learning remotely and wish to return to in-person learning, please email Mrs. Klein (kleinj@wyomingcityschools.org) by the end of the day, Friday, February 26, 2021. In person start date will be Monday, March 1, 2021.

Spring Events

Yesterday, Governor DeWine announced a loosening of restrictions for spring events when safety protocols are followed. Guidance defining those safety protocols for celebrations, such as our 8th Grade Celebration, are expected to be released next week. 

We are thrilled about this development and eager to receive the guidance! Once received, we will further refine our planning for spring and end-of-the school year events and share the information with our students and families as soon as possible.

*District Calendar Change* 

*Friday, March 12 is a K-12 Independent Learning Day to facilitate the vaccination of district staff. No in-person instruction will take place. All students will be provided with instructional material for independent learning and will learn remotely. 

Friday, March 12: K-12 Independent Learning Day

Friday, March 19: K-12 Independent Learning Day

March 22-26: Spring Break

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FRIENDLY REMINDER FOR IN PERSON LEARNING

Students who are learning remotely and wish to return to in-person learning, please email Mrs. Klein (kleinj@wyomingcityschools.org) by the end of the day, Thursday, February 25, 2021. In person start date will be Monday, March 1, 2021.

FOOD DRIVE – FEBRUARY 22 -26

Our Food Drive will support our local Valley Interfaith. Currently the needs are:

*canned vegetables (green beans, corn, mixed vegetables

*mac n cheese

*spaghetti

*canned tomato sauce

*cereal

*bread

*canned soup

*crackers

*canned meat

Collection boxes will be between the front doors by the main office. Thank you for all your support! We know that you already have a lot on your plate, but we hope that this will help our community grow together!

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HAPPY SNOW DAY!

7/8th GRADERS INTERESTED IN TRACK AND FIELD

1. First practice is Monday, the 22^nd, 3:30 at the high school track.
2. Dress for the weather, practices will take place outside
3. Need to have a water bottle and running shoes
4. Practices will last between 40-50 minutes

FOOD DRIVE – FEBRUARY 22 -26

Our Food Drive will support our local Valley Interfaith. Currently the needs are:

*canned vegetables (green beans, corn, mixed vegetables

*mac n cheese

*spaghetti

*canned tomato sauce

*cereal

*bread

*canned soup

*crackers

*canned meat

Collection boxes will be between the front doors by the main office. Thank you for all your support! We know that you already have a lot on your plate, but we hope that this will help our community grow together!

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Snack Bar Donations for WMS Teachers & Staff!

There are many reasons to celebrate February: Valentine’s Day; a 28-day month that’s almost March; and more importantly, our great WMS teachers and staff! The WMS PAC snack bar can be a super easy way to show your appreciation for our staff this year. Please help keep it stocked with your donations of food and drink (Valentine’s candy sales and certain “scout” cookies come to mind!). Sign up below, then bring donations to the school office whenever convenient for you, or send in with your student. MANY THANKS to those who have been donating — you’ve been great!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A45AAAF2DA1FE3-psasnack2

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INDEPENDENT LEARNING DAY – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12

K-12 Independent Learning Day Starts 2/12/2021 Ends 2/12/2021

K-12 Independent Learning Day: No in-person instruction will take place. All students will be provided with instructional material for independent learning and will learn remotely. Teachers will be available to provide direct assistance to students via Zoom 1:30-2:30 p.m. for office hours.

FOOD DRIVE – FEBRUARY 22 -26

Our Food Drive will support our local Valley Interfaith. Currently the needs are:

*canned vegetables (green beans, corn, mixed vegetables

*mac n cheese

*spaghetti

*canned tomato sauce

*cereal

*bread

*canned soup

*crackers

*canned meat

Collection boxes will be between the front doors by the main office. Thank you for all your support! We know that you already have a lot on your plate, but we hope that this will help our community grow together!

LOST & FOUND

Please have your child(ren) check the Lost & Found. We are beginning to get a collection of coats and hats. The weather is cold and we are having outdoor recess

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SPIRIT WEEK – FEBRUARY 8 -12

Student Council would like to invite you to join in on the fun for SPIRIT WEEK!

Monday – Pajama Day

Tuesday – Crazy Hair and or Crazy Hat Day

Wednesday – Blast From the Past (dress like your favorite decade)

Thursday – Favorite Sports Jersey Day

Friday – Independent Learning Day – Wear your Wyoming Spirit Wear at home

FOOD DRIVE – FEBRUARY 22 -26

Our Food Drive will support our local Valley Interfaith. Currently the needs are:

*canned vegetables (green beans, corn, mixed vegetables

*mac n cheese

*spaghetti

*canned tomato sauce

*cereal

*bread

*canned soup

*crackers

*canned meat

Collection boxes will be between the front doors by the main office. Thank you for all your support! We know that you already have a lot on your plate, but we hope that this will help our community grow together!

LOST & FOUND

Please have your child(ren) check the Lost & Found. We are beginning to get a collection of coats and hats. The weather is cold and we are having outdoor recess