8th graders interested in swimming .... there will be an interest meeting Wednesday, September 3rd at 6pm in the high school library.
See attached flyer for information regarding assistance with clothing, food, housing, transportation and utilities in the Staunton-Augusta-Waynesboro area.
Fall Fundraiser Kick-Off
Every student was given a MoneyDolly Flyer to take home today. A copy of the cover is below.
The GOLDEN TICKET is included in the flyer and if your student completes their 3 key fundraising tasks tonight and turns their ticket into Mrs. Hilbert in the morning, their name will be included in the drawing for the following AWESOME PRIZES:
- 32 inch HD SMART TV!
- PAIR OF AIRPODS!
- GOVEE LAMP LIGHT!
- MINI-FRIDGE!
- $50.00 BILL!
Thank you for your much needed support and participation!
Middle school cheer- Final roster check-in on Wed, Aug 20th, 6:30 pm in the WMHS cafeteria, immediately followed with Meet the Team meeting at 7 pm in the auditorium. Your athlete must report to both to make the 2025 season roster.
Middle School Cheer -
Weds, Aug 12 - open practice 6-7pm WMHS old gym
Weds, Aug 20 - final roster selection/practice, 6-7pm WMHS old gym. *Must attend if your athlete plans to participate in middle school cheer.
Must have valid VHSL physical and concussion form.
A big shoutout and thank you to Bridge Christian Church for the awesome treats for teachers! What a way to wrap up the first week of school!
Please see attached flyer for information from WMHS regarding out of season practices.
https://5il.co/3ndqj
https://5il.co/3ndqj
BE ALERT! First Day of School
Tomorrow (Wed, Aug. 6, 2025) is the first day of school for Augusta County. This means that school buses will be on the road.
-Car drivers, please give our school buses lots of room to run their routes and pick up students.
-Obey the stop arms to enable students to safely load and unload.
-Bus drivers will be getting acclimated to their routes. Please be at your stop in advance in case they're running early, and be patient if they're running late.
-Route timing and consistency will improve over time.
And lastly, be kind! We appreciate the service our bus drivers are providing our students.
Tomorrow (Wed, Aug. 6, 2025) is the first day of school for Augusta County. This means that school buses will be on the road.
-Car drivers, please give our school buses lots of room to run their routes and pick up students.
-Obey the stop arms to enable students to safely load and unload.
-Bus drivers will be getting acclimated to their routes. Please be at your stop in advance in case they're running early, and be patient if they're running late.
-Route timing and consistency will improve over time.
And lastly, be kind! We appreciate the service our bus drivers are providing our students.
It's Back to School Eve! At Stinger Nation, we got you! There are lots of supports for students and families. Admin, Counselors, Teachers, and Staff are here to serve you! While we will help anyone and everyone, Admin and Counselors serve the following grade levels specifically. 8th Grade - Mr. P (Assistant Principal) and Mrs. Bartley (Counselor). 7th Grade - Mr. Grove (Assistant Principal) and Mrs. Eliasson (Counseling Coordinator). 6th Grade - Mrs. Hilbert (Principal) and Mrs. Cook (Counselor). Front Office - Mrs. Brown (attendance secretary) and Ms. Parrish (bookkeeper). Let us know how we can help!
As you gather and organize student supplies, please remember zippered binders are not permitted due to weapons detector procedures. Thank you! (Reminder: Open House today at 3:30)
School to home communication will occur through weekly phone message and email, Facebook updates, and posts on our school webpage. The ACPS calendar can be found at the following link: https://5il.co/3j978
Please review our cell phone protocols - At WMS, cell phones are Away for the Day, turned off and stored in student lockers. Phones may be confiscated (and returned at the end of the day) for the first offense and a day of in-school suspension may follow for additional infractions.
At Wilson Middle School, attendance matters! When your student does need to be out, please either send an email to wmsattendance@augusta.k12.va.us or a written note turned into the front office within 3 days of your student's return to school. A phone call on the morning of being absent will also excuse your student.
Routines are important for getting your student ready for school. Plan now for setting bedtimes and morning routines. Doors will open at 7:30. Tardy bell at 8:10. Dismissal at 3:00. Breakfast and lunch are free for all students.
Stuff the Bus for the Augusta County Schools!
Please come out to the Walmart in Staunton on Friday August 1st or Saturday August 2nd from 10 AM - 6 PM and help "stuff the bus" with supplies that will go directly to our schools. A supply list will be available on-location. This event is being sponsored by the Salvation Army.
Thank you!
Please come out to the Walmart in Staunton on Friday August 1st or Saturday August 2nd from 10 AM - 6 PM and help "stuff the bus" with supplies that will go directly to our schools. A supply list will be available on-location. This event is being sponsored by the Salvation Army.
Thank you!
Back to school means supplies. Label supplies to stay organized. Also label clothing items/backpacks/lunch boxes/water bottles so that lost and found items can be returned to the correct student. Many misplaced items end up in lost and found and remain unclaimed. Supply list linked below: https://5il.co/3jjzs
Open House - Monday, August 4 from 3:30-5:30. There will be two information sessions at 4 and 4:45 with Administration. Bring your student's schedule (available in Parent Portal) so they can walk through their day and meet their teachers. Bus Drivers and School Nurse will be available. Kona Ice and Domino's Pizza on site from 3:30-5:30.
Pay fees beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, July 29 online and in-person. Fees collected at WMS from 8:30 until 4:00. Extended hours until 7 pm on Monday, August 4th only. Fees are $35. Cash or check only in-person or with a credit card online.
Be sure to register your child or complete online registration at https://www.augusta.k12.va.us/page/online-registration
