Good Afternoon Tiger Family,
As we head into a short week, let's refocus and recommit to our students' progress. Each day is a chance to learn, grow, and move forward together. With spring just around the corner, let’s embrace this season of renewal with energy and enthusiasm!
Now, here are a few important announcements and updates for the week ahead:
Quarter 3 Benchmark Testing Continues
Benchmark testing continues this week with Math and Social Studies assessments.
Monday, 3/3: Math Benchmark
Tuesday, 3/4: Social Studies Benchmark
Wednesday, 3/5 & Thursday, 3/6: Makeup testing
Please make sure that students bring their charged laptops to school every day, so that they can show what they have learned. Remember, even small improvements matter!
How Parents Can Help:
✔️ Ensure a good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast.
✔️ Make sure students arrive on time.
✔️ Remind them to bring their charged computer daily.
✔️ Schedule appointments in the afternoon.
✔️ Notify the school if your child will be absent for makeup testing.
Thank you for your support in helping students do their best!
Tiger Paw Academy & ASPIRA Afterschool Tutoring
Both Tiger Paw Academy and ASPIRA Afterschool Tutoring continue this week! Selected students with signed permission slips may attend, and transportation is provided.
Quarter 3 Grading Period Ending
The last day of the 3rd nine weeks is March 6. Please take this time to review grades and address any concerns with the appropriate teacher.
Pathways to Success Night — March 6!'
Join us on Thursday, March 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at Walker-Grant for an exciting Families & Community: Pathways to Success Night! Rising 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students and their families will dive into the world of Career & Technical Education (CTE), explore hands-on demos, meet industry professionals, and connect with instructors.
Discover how CTE can turn passions into future careers! Don’t miss this interactive and engaging event — check out the attached flyer for details. We can’t wait to see you there!
🔗Pathways to Success Night Flyer
Professional Development Day & Spring Break Schedule
Friday, March 7 will be a staff professional development day, and school will be closed for students. FCPS will be closed for Spring Break from Monday, March 24 through Monday, March 31. Students will return to school on Tuesday, April 1.
Upcoming Dates to Remember:
3/3 - 3/5: Baseball, Softball, and Girls Lacrosse Tryouts — Must have a current VHSL Sports Physical
3/3: March School Board Meeting at WGC at 7:30 PM
3/6: Q3 grading period ends
3/6: CTE Pathways to Success Night for rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders at WGMS from 5:30-7:30 PM
3/7: No school for students (Emergency Preparedness Professional Development Day for staff)
3/21: Q3 Report Cards distributed
3/24 - 3/28: Student/Staff Holiday Spring Break
3/31: Student/Staff Holiday (Eid al-Fitr)
Lost & Found
Our lost and found is overflowing with misplaced clothing. If your child is missing any items, please stop by the school to retrieve your child’s belongings. All unclaimed items will be donated on April 4.
Athletics
Tiger families, the wait is over — Baseball, Softball, and Girls Lacrosse tryouts kick off Monday, March 3 — Wednesday, March 5, from 3:00 – 5:00 PM! All student-athletes must have a current VHSL Sports Physical to participate and transportation will be provided.
Don't miss your chance to be part of the team! If you have any questions, please contact our Athletic Director Mr. Turner.
Spirit Gear
Show your Tiger pride with our school spirit gear! Grab yours today and wear it proudly.
Student Laptop Charger
Is your student in need of a new laptop charger? If so, please use the link attached to this message to purchase a replacement.
Poppin' Popcorn Fundraiser for WGMS Band
Attention families, the WGMS Band is hosting a Poppin' Popcorn fundraiser and needs your support! With every bag sold, you'll be helping our talented students achieve great things—like purchasing new instruments and funding exciting band activities.
Visit our fundraiser page to check out the delicious popcorn options:
Let’s pop our way to success! Thank you in advance for supporting the WGMS Band!
ParentSquare
If you haven't already, please activate your ParentSquare account to stay up to date on all of the happenings at WGMS. You can access ParentSquare on any device by downloading the free mobile app or by visiting www.parentsquare.com.
🔗Parent_Guardian - Getting Started Guide (English).pdf
🔗Parent_Guardian - Getting Started Guide (Spanish).pdf
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.
School | Principal | Assistant Principals | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
Hugh Mercer Elementary School | Mrs. Courtney Wheeler (Interim): English | Mrs. Malmgren: Title I Ms. Sarah Cook: Math | (540) 372-1115 |
Lafayette Elementary School | Dr. Jacinta Calzada-Mayronne: Title I & Math | Ms. Pam Diggs Mr. Tony Lewis: English | (540) 372-1135 |
Walker-Grant Middle School | Mr. Stephen Ventura | Mrs. Emma Brown: English Dr. Kisha Frye: Title I & Math | (540) 372-1145 |
Thank You
As always, we want to thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another wonderful week ahead.
Go Tigers!