Walker-Grant Middle School

Good Afternoon Tiger Family,

This is your Principal, Mr. Ventura, with a few important announcements and updates for the week ahead!

It’s hard to believe we are already entering Week 5 of the school year. As students grow more comfortable in our building, it’s important to remind them that WGMS is a place where we stay focused, productive, and positive each day. With your support, we will continue building strong habits that help all Tigers learn, grow, and succeed.

Here’s a look at what’s coming up this week:

Transportation Update

Beginning on Monday, FCPS Transportation updates will be delivered through ParentSquare to bus route-specific groups. All bus updates will be pushed as Alerts, which means all updates will be instantaneous. Parents/Guardians and Secondary Students should expect to see a text message from 66458.

Grade Interims

Q1 Grade Interim grades will be sent home with students on Tuesday 9/16. Please review these reports with your student(s) and contact their teachers if you have any questions or concerns.

Back-to-School Night

On Wednesday, September 17, from 5:00–7:00 PM, we will be hosting families for our annual Back-to-School Night. On this evening, teachers will share course syllabus information, further explain the course curriculum, and answer questions you may have about what your student(s) will learn this upcoming year.

School Picture Day

Get ready to show your Tiger pride! School Picture Day is on Friday, September 19, and includes Fall Individual and Sports Pictures. Don’t forget to bring your brightest smile and have fun!

Responsibility-Centered Discipline (RCD)

Please review our school-wide foundations with your child. At Walker-Grant, we practice Accountability, Perseverance, Empathy, and Respect to guide positive choices and help create a supportive, inclusive learning environment for all Tigers.

🔗 WGMS RCD Foundations

Safety Drills

We will continue to practice safety drills this upcoming week. This will include lockdown and fire evacuation. We appreciate your continued support in speaking with your student(s) about the importance of these drills.

Mark Your Calendars

9/15-9/19: SAEBRS/SEL Testing Window

9/15-10/15: Hispanic Heritage Month

9/16: National IT Professionals Day

9/16: Q1 Grade Interim Reports will be distributed

9/17: Back-to-School Night — 5:00-7:00 PM @ WGMS

9/19: Fall Pictures (Individual & Sports)

9/23: Rosh Hashanah Staff & Student Holiday

ParentSquare

If you haven't already done so, 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)
Parent/Guardian - Getting Started Guide (Spanish)

Volunteer Information

If you're interested in volunteering at any point this school year, please fill out the attached volunteer form and TB screener and return them to the main office.

FCPS Volunteer Form
TB Screener

Athletics

Come out and support our student athletes. This week's sports are:

9/16: Girls' basketball game at HOME (WGMS) vs. Louisa @ 4:30 PM
9/17: Girls’ Field Hockey at game HOME (GWES) vs. Holy Cross @ 4:30 PM
9/18: Boys’ football at HOME (Maury Stadium) vs. Locust Grove @ 4:30 PM

Please remember that students are not permitted to stay after school to attend sports events without a supervising adult.

Spirit Gear

Show your Tiger pride with our school spirit gear! Grab yours today and wear it proudly. Tigers Win! 🔗WGMS Spirit Gear

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

• Pa

  rent 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.