West Wilson Middle School 935 N. Mt. Juliet Road - Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 Office 615-758-5152 Fax 615-758-5283

Welcome to the 2017-18 school year. The beginning of a new school year always brings with it an enormous amount of information that is useful for parents and students to know. This agenda serves as a handbook for retrieving that information. It contains guidelines put forth by West Wilson Middle School and the Wilson County School Board that students and parents should become familiar with to ensure a successful year. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations that students are expected to follow. Our students are required to have their agenda with them at all times. It is a valuable tool to use for organization as well as a means of communicating between parents, students, and teachers.

Wendell Marlowe, Principal Bethany Wilson, Assistant Principal 6 David Akins, Assistant Principal 7 Carmen Bouldin, Assistant Principal 8

In partnership with parents and the community, it is our mission to create a culture in which all students are actively engaged in rigorous, relevant learning to foster independent thinkers capable of success in further education, career, and life.

Where to Go for Help Main Office Staff Bookkeeper Registrar School Attendance Guidance Office School Nurse School Resource Officer Cafeteria Bus Transportation Homework Hotline

Beverly Jordan, Wanda Robinson Sarah Cavin Beth Minor Marcie Dowdy Julie Rodriguez Nicki Tatum John Hittle Tanya Horton, 758-0021 443-2622 298-6636 A

Student Handbook 2017 - 2018 Every student receives a handbook at the beginning of the year. This is a valuable tool, and we suggest that parents read all the information with their child. If the handbook is lost, a new one must be purchased for $5.00. Absences: The day a student returns to school following an absence, he/she should bring a note to the main office. It should be signed by the parent, state the reason for the absence, the dates of the absence, and the student's grade level. If the student is taken to the doctor, please provide a doctor's note as students are only allowed 5 parent notes per semester. Parent notes are turned into the main office. Arrival/Dismissal: The front doors are unlocked each morning at 7:45 for car riders. Bus riders will enter at the side of the building under the portico. Students report to the gym, cafeteria for breakfast, or the library. In the afternoon, all car riders are dismissed and exit through the front doors. Bus riders leave the building through the portico exit near the gym. Students are to be picked up in the car line only, not in the parking lat. During dismissal, cars are not to be left unattended in the car line. Please park in a marked parking space if you need to leave your car. Attendance: Students are expected to be present all day on each school day. WWMS will use the county calling program, School Messenger, to contact parents when a student is absent. Please keep the office informed of updated phone numbers and keep Skyward update with the most recent information. Breakfast: Breakfast is served each morning from 8:00-8:20 am. Students may eat at the first three rows of tables in the cafeteria. Students are to return to the gym after they finish and their eating area is clean. Early Dismissal: Due to weather or other emergencies, schools may be dismissed early. Please make sure you child knows what they are to do at dismissal in all circumstances. Grading System: Report cards are sent home at the end of each nine week grading period. A mid- nine week progress report will also be available in Skyward each grading period. The following grade scale is used by Wilson County Schools: A=100-93, B=92-85, C=84-75, D=74-70, F=69-below, I=incomplete Leaving Early: A Parent/Guardian must come into the main office to sign the student out of school. If the student is leaving with a person other than a guardian listed in Skyward, a note must be sent stating the parent's permission. A phone call will be made to the parent to verify early dismissal. Please try to make an effort to schedule appointments after regular school hours. Students miss quality time when away from class. Lockers/Locks: Lockers are assigned by the school. Students are encouraged to purchase a lock. Locks can also be purchased at school for $9.00. Students may not change lockers without permission from the administration. Each student is responsible for the care of his/her locker and is liable for any damage. Sharing lockers is prohibited. Backpacks are to be left in a locker and not taken to the classroom Library Hours: The library is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Lunch: Lunch is served each day during 3rd and 4th period. There are 3 lunch lines: the store, and two traditional hot lunch lines. For more information about food services, go to www.wcschools.com, and click on Food and Nutrition. You can view menus, pricing, the online meal payment program, and other information. Missing Work Request: Requests for class work and/or homework due to a student absence should be made via email or phone call before 10:00 a.m. Teacher websites will be the most effective way to obtain assignments. Money Collection: Any purchase or payment made at the school, by check or cash, must be for the exact amount. Cash is not kept for change. The only exception is for breakfast or lunch. B

Office Phones: The main office phone will only be used for outgoing and incoming messages in urgent situations. Forgotten homework or P.E. clothes are not emergencies. Outside Food Items: No restaurant, fast food or drinks may be brought or delivered to the school for students. Also, no homemade or store bought deserts may be brought to school to share. The only exception is what a student brings in their lunch bag or box. Sick Students: If your child is sick, please do not bring them to school. If they get sick at school, students must go through the school nurse to contact a parent or guardian. Students are not permitted to use their cell phone during school hours. Student/Parent Information: It is very important that schools have updated information on all students and immediate family members. The school should be provided with changes and Skyward should be updated as soon as they occur for any of the following areas: Address, Phone Numbers (home, work, and cell), Custody Changes or Name Changes. Student Schedule: For academic or behavioral reasons, the school reserves the right to change a student's schedule as needed. Teacher Websites: Teacher websites are available by going to www.wcschools.com. Click on Schools, then Middle Schools, then WWMS, then Teachers, then the teacher’s name. Transportation Changes: If a student has written permission by their parent to ride a different bus, the note must be received by 10:00 am to allow the office staff time to call and verify the note. The school office must be notified no later than 3:00 pm to make a change in a student's transportation home. Visitors: While parents are always welcome at WWMS, we ask that an appointment be made to see a teacher, school counselor, or an administrator. To make an appointment, call the main office at 615-758-5152 or guidance at 615-758-9985. All visitors must report to the main office to sign in and receive a visitor's tag before going anywhere else in the building.

Extra-Curricular Activities: Below is a list of different groups and activities that may be offered to students to be involved in. If there is one that you do not want your child to participate in, please notify the guidance office in writing. 4-H

To advance knowledge of agriculture, the environment, health and wellbeing, and communities.

Band

To provide students a creative outlet through the study of instrumental music and equip them with knowledge that will last a lifetime. $13 materials

Baseball

To make each player they best they can be on and off the baseball field. (cost of personal clothing)

Basketball

To work on fundamentals, good sportsmanship, competitiveness, building camaraderie and develop a sense of pride for WWMS. (cost of personal clothing)

Beta Club

To promote the ideals of academic achievement, character, service and leadership.

Bowling

To provide an athletic activity to students who would not normally play a sport and teach them a lifelong skill that will lead to a healthier lifestyle.

Builder's Club

To provide members with opportunities to perform service, build character, and develop leadership. ($15 dues)

Cheerleading

To enhance positive game-day atmosphere, motivate athletes, promote school spirit and interest in school activities, learn teamwork, and represent the school in a positive light.

Chorus

To enrich students' educational experiences and further develop musical skills through learning and publicly performing music of various styles and time periods.

Crochet

To provide a fun, learning experience in the skill of crochet as well as a social environment for students with common interests to meet and enjoy learning together. ($10 materials)

Cross Country

To promote school spirit and assist students in forming healthy habits, while having fun. (cost of personal clothing)

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Dance Team

To provide support and entertainment at football and basketball games. To represent the county in regional dance team competitions and community events.

Drama Club

To promote learning through theatrical productions that enhance the educational goals as well as foster an appreciation of the performing arts and provide opportunities for artistic growth.

FCA

To present to athletes, coaches and all whom they influence the challenge and adventure of serving Jesus in their relationships and in fellowship with others.

Football

To turn young boys into young men with the direction and purpose of football as a guide. (cost of personal clothing)

Gaming Club

To provide students an opportunity to participate in different types of games in a safe environment.

Golf

To introduce, promote, and foster sportsmanship, respect, and patience while developing character traits which can be transferred to real life endeavors. (cost of personal clothing)

Green Team

To prepare students for the environmental challenges of the future.

Soccer

Gives the opportunity to experience the game, learn and develop skills, value teamwork, promote and foster sportsmanship, and develop character. (cost of personal clothing)

Softball

To improve an athlete's ability while also improving their abilities in life and academics, and also build pride in West Wilson Middle School. (cost of personal clothing)

Student Council

To create young leaders in student government in order to better serve their school and community.

Tennis

To develop interest locally in the sport of tennis while building skills and sportsmanship among the students at WWMS. (cost of personal clothing)

Track and Field

To provide students the opportunity to reach their potential, promote personal accountability, self-discipline, goal setting, and goal achievement. (cost of personal clothing)

Volleyball

To give female students at West Wilson Middle School the opportunity to play volleyball. (cost of personal clothing)

Wrestling

To improve an athlete's ability while also improving their abilities in life and academics, and also build pride in West Wilson Middle School. (cost of personal clothing)

Yearbook Staff

To create and publish a quality yearbook so that students may have a memento of the school year that they can be proud of.

Chess

To provide a fun, learning experience in the game/skill of chess, as well as a social environment for students with an interest in chess.

Wildcat News

To provide a fun way to let all students know what is going on in the school and showcase student and faculty activities.

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