Hello Warrior Families, We have several important updates to share this week:
NC Check-In Assessments: Continuing this week, students will participate in the Reading NC Check-In on Tuesday, October 28. In addition, all students will take the following upcoming assessments:
Math NC Check-In: Tuesday, November 4
To learn more about NC Check-Ins, please visit the following links: (English Version- Spanish Version).
In preparation for testing, all students are required to bring their Chromebook and charger to school on Monday, October 27.
PCS Month of Awareness: Bullying Prevention: Red Ribbon Week is a National Initiative to promote drug prevention education and advocacy in youth by bringing awareness and providing resources for youth and their families. Wear RED this week to support drug awareness!
Pender Early College High School Parent Nights
Monday November 3rd, 6pm at CFCC Surf City Site
Thursday November 6th, 6pm at PECHS Campus
Upcoming Healthcare Awareness Day – Friday, October 31st: On Friday, October 31st, students will participate in an exciting Healthcare Awareness Event hosted by UNC Chapel Hill and the UNC Health Ingram Institute, in partnership with Pender County Schools Career and Technical Education (CTE).
The event will take place in the Burgaw Middle School Gym, where students will explore the healthcare field in a fun and engaging way through a variety of hands-on activity stations.
As part of the experience, students will complete a short registration survey about their career interests. If you prefer for your child not to participate in the survey portion, please indicate that when completing the field trip form.
This event is a great opportunity for students to learn more about future healthcare careers and pathways.
Attendance Update
Last week’s attendance rates were:
6th Grade: 92%
7th Grade: 92%
8th Grade: 90%
We’re proud of our Warriors who are showing up ready to learn each day. Strong attendance is the foundation of success—every Warrior, every day! Let’s aim even higher this week.
Behavior Referrals
At WPMS, we believe in setting clear expectations and supporting positive choices. Teachers use many strategies to encourage success, but sometimes an administrative referral is needed. Last week’s referral counts were:
6th Grade: 0
7th Grade: 0
8th Grade: 4
Warrior Athletics This Week
Home Soccer and Basketball vs. Topsail - Admission $5 - Games start at 4:00pm
Spirit Week Hosted by the House of Rêveur
Monday - Dreamer Pajama Day - wear your favorite pajamas or cozy clothes (bonus for bringing a small pillow or stuffed animal)
Tuesday - When 6 met 7 - coordinate with a friend or an entire pack to twin it up!
Wednesday - Blue Crew: House Color Day - Show your support for the House of Rêveur by wearing blue!
Thursday - Paint Out! - paint a small design on your face, arm, or hands: think wolves, unicorns, stars, crescent moons, or paw prints
Friday - Frightfully Fun Costumes - school appropriate costumes without masks or horror to show your Main Character Energy!
WPMS Food Bag Program: Our weekend food bag program is back! Families needing additional support with food for weekends can complete the confidential form below:
Upcoming Events
October 28
PTO Meeting @2:00 PM
SIT Meeting @3:16 PM
October 29: 4th Annual Curriculum Fair | WPMS Gym | 5:30–7:15 PM
Students must be accompanied by an adult.
Cake walk donations can be dropped off prior to the event
November 11: No School - Veterans Day
November 19: Progress Reports Issued
November 24: Family Feast Day | WPMS Cafeteria
All Weekly Warrior Messages can be found here: https://sites.google.com/pender.k12.nc.us/weekly-warrior-message/home
Stay Connected
Download the PCS App (select West Pender Middle)
Twitter: @wpm_warriors
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/westpendermiddl
[WPMS Website]https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/o/wpms
Together, we can show what Warrior scholars are capable of. Let’s give our students the tools, mindset, and support they need to succeed.
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