Dear Wildcat Families,
Welcome to Week 10 of the Fall Semester!
New This Week:
October Counseling Newsletter
The October Counseling newsletter is now available. Please [visit the link] for the latest information and resources from the Counseling Department.
WMS PTSA Membership Drive
Now is the perfect time to join the PTSA! The membership drive runs until November 13th (the next PTSA meeting). The class with the highest participation will receive $100 towards class funds. Support your students and school by joining through Totem! [Link to flyer]
WMS Meet the Band Mini Concert
Date: Wednesday, October 23rd
Time: 5:15 PM (MUR)
Come enjoy a Mini Band Concert! A $5 donation is recommended and will directly support the WMS Band program.
El Camino High School’s Fall Festival
Date: Saturday, October 26th
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: El Camino High School parking lot
Enjoy food trucks, performances, carnival games, costume contests, and a trunk-or-treat for everyone! Game tickets: $3 for 5 tickets | $5 for 10 tickets | $20 for 25 tickets (Redeemable at the prize booth)
Halloween Day Expectations
For students celebrating, costumes are welcome on October 31st. Please review the following guidelines:
- Costumes must follow the school dress code.
- No fake weapons (e.g., guns, knives).
- No masks or excessive face makeup.
- No packets of fake blood or vomit.
- Large inflatable costumes (e.g., Pikachu, dinosaurs) are not allowed.
- Please avoid sending students with large amounts of candy—it will be confiscated.
Note: Students not following these expectations will face corrective measures.
Yearbooks 2025
It’s time to purchase your 2025 WMS Yearbook! This student-produced yearbook will feature hundreds of color photos from the 2024-25 school year. Order yours for $40 before prices increase on January 1st, 2025: [Order here].
If you have questions, email Mr. Vina at [email protected].
Fall Intervention Conferences
Dates: October 21st-25th
If you haven’t received feedback about your child’s performance, you will have an opportunity to schedule a conference soon. Watch for additional communication later this week.
Reminder: Minimum day schedule all week (October 21-25). Students will be released at 12:54 PM. Please plan accordingly.
Important Information
Serramonte College & Career Fair
Date: October 17th
Serramonte’s Earning for Learning Program
Help earn funds for WMS PTSA by shopping at Serramonte stores and restaurants. We are currently 7th out of 14 schools! The contest runs through March 31, 2025.
- All receipts from Serramonte stores (including curbside purchases) count—except Verizon.
- Submit receipts in 3 ways:
- Drop off at the school office
- Submit online ([MarketingGuru.com/Receipts])
- Take them to Serramonte’s information booth for stamping
Let’s keep moving up in the rankings!
Academic Center
The Academic Center offers free tutoring in a quiet environment after school on:
- Mondays, some Tuesdays, and Thursdays, from 3:25 – 4:25 PM
Note: Students must remain on campus. If they leave (e.g., to go to 7/11), they cannot return to the center.
Join WMS PTSA Today: [Click here to join the PTSA!]
2024 Donation Letter
If you can support the WMS community with a donation, it is greatly appreciated. Every bit helps! Donors will receive a thank-you letter and tax ID information. [View the donation letter here]
After-School Program Options 2024-25
ASB Fundraisers
Collaboration Days Reminder: Students are released at 1:50 PM every Wednesday unless otherwise noted. Plan accordingly.
Free Meal Distribution
SSFUSD continues to offer students one free breakfast and one free lunch daily. Please complete an application to help maintain funding for this program.
Upcoming Events & Important Dates:
- 10/15 & 10/17: Academic Center
- 10/16: School Site Council (Virtual) @ 3:30 PM
- 10/17: Serramonte Career Fair ([Flyer])
- 10/18: 2024 Color Run (After School)
- 10/21-10/25: Conference Week (Early Release @ 12:54 PM)
- No Academic Center this week
- 10/23: Meet the Band Mini Concert (5:00 – 6:00 PM)
- 10/26: El Camino High School Fall Festival (4:00 – 8:00 PM)
- 11/1: Non-Student Day (School Holiday)
- 11/4 & 11/7: Academic Center open two days this week
Office Hours
The main office is open from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Feel free to call or email us if you have any questions.
Best regards,
Loraine Rossi de Campos, Ed.D.
Principal, Westborough Middle School