Happy Monday Tigersharks!
Parent Teacher Conferences-
Questions regarding conferences? Call our Student Services office at 410-313-6960.
Registration for Fall 2024 conferences will be available online 8 a.m., Friday, Nov. 8 through 4 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21.
Conferences will be held Monday, Nov. 25-Wednesday, Nov. 27.
Parents/guardians must log in with their own credentials. Please check to be sure you are not logged in as your child. Contact us at 410-313-6960 with questions. .
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Select Conference from the left navigation pane, and click the Parent Scheduled Conferences link in the top right corner.
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Note: The Location field will show the room for in-person conferences Nov. 25 and Google Meet URL for virtual conferences on Nov. 26-27.
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Select one time option for each class listed. The conference will be saved automatically.
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To select a different time option, use the time slot drop down menu to update a conference to a new time.
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To remove a conference selection, select the blank option at the top of the time slot drop down menu to remove the conference for that section.
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If you have more than one child, select the next child in the top left corner.
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We need your help to make this event a success. Please let Ms. Drakes know if you are able to volunteer. Damisha_Drakes@hcpss.org
Please remind your student to turn in their permission slip.
What? 8th Grade Lock-In
When? Friday, November 15th
Where? Wilde Lake Middle
Who? 8th grade WLMS students
Cost? $30 includes pizza, snacks all night, dance, movies and games
**Students received permission slips. The permission slips and $30 are to be turned in to the front office by November 14th
Does your student need help catching up in a class? Want a place to do homework after school? WLMS After School Enrichment Homework Club will begin on Tuesday December 3rd. This will take place on Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s from 3:15-4:45pm. No transportation will be provided. Snack will be provided. Space is limited. Permission slips are due by November 22nd. You can sign up online here or paper copies can be picked up in the front office.
Spiritwear is available year round! WLMS will have a year round fundraiser with Spiritwear Direct. Orders will be delivered directly to your home.
https://www.wildelakespiritwear.com/
The Wilde Lake Middle School Dance Team is planning a trip to the Kennedy Center this Spring. Please help them raise money for the trip. Our Charleston Wrap fundraiser kicks off today! Our fundraising goal is $1000.00. With over 2,500 gift ideas there is something for everyone on your holiday gift list which means your support can really help us reach our goal! Be sure to REGISTER online today at
www.registercw.com, and START SHARING our fundraiser with your family & friends! Once you register, TEXT, email and share our fundraiser on social media. Sharing is caring! #charlestonwrap #fundraiser #fundraiserkickoff #giftwrap #wrappingpaper #candles #homegoods #kitchen #chocolate #cookiemix #personalizedgifts #gift #giftgiving #belpiatto #charlestonbags #holidaygift #charlestonwrapfundraiser
11/8-11/21 Sign up for Parent Teacher Conferences
11/11- Veterans Day
11/19- Boosters Fundraiser at MOD Pizza
11/25- 3Hr Early Dismissal PT Conferences IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL
11/26- 3Hr Early Dismissal PT Conferences VIRTUAL ONLY
11/27- School Closed for PT Conferences VIRTUAL ONLY
11/28-11/29- Schools Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
12/3- Winter Orchestra Concert WLHS
12/6- FIRST Shark Bite Store of the year!
School Store: Thank you for your generosity. We have received several items from our
School Store Wishlist. We greatly appreciate your kindness. We are gearing up for our next School Store on Wednesday, November 20th. Interested in
volunteering for the School Store?
UPDATE FAMILY FILE TODAY! We have 94 families without a completed Family File. All families must update their emergency contact information annually. While we recognize many of you may not have any changes, you must transition through each screen and click submit at the end for this task to be completed. The completion of the Family File is essential to your student’s participation in field trips, dances, and other fun activities throughout the year. Please visit
HCPSS Connect today and click submit on the final screen! Family File Directions:
FAMILY FILE USER GUIDE (ENGLISH)
FAMILY FILE USER GUIDE (SPANISH)
Student Services and Administration: Our Counselors and Administration are actively involved in classroom lessons and taking care of the needs of our students and staff during the school day. Should a need arise and you need to speak with your student's counselor, please contact
Nakia_Hill@hcpss.org (Student Services Secretary) or call 410-313-6960 to make an appointment. Student services staff and administration may not be available for pop up visits. Please keep this in mind when visiting the school. To schedule an appointment with Administration, please contact
Heather_Godwin@hcpss.org.
Planetaid Clothing Donation Update
Last year, we were able to collect 8,003 pounds of clothing. This year our goal is 10,000. The yellow Planetaid clothing donation bin is located in the front of the building near the baseball field. Planetaid pays Wilde Lake Middle by the pound. Dropping off clothing donations to the Planetaid bin is a great way to help out. Thanks for your donations and your support. If you are interested in direct financial donations, please reach out to our Principal's Secretary, Heather Godwin, at
Heather_Godwin@hcpss.org.
PTSA:
The first Shark Bite store will take place Friday Dec. 6th on the stage during all three lunch periods. The students work hard to earn Shark Bites and really look forward to shopping–it takes a lot of volunteers and donations to make it happen.
Volunteers are needed to help set up, help students during the stores, and help with cleanup after the last lunch. Please use the following
SignUp Genius to volunteer. Any time you can give is appreciated!
Starting now until the day of the store we will be accepting donations for the store itself. There are several ways to donate: 1. You can purchase items on the
Amazon Wishlist (Please feel free to share the Amazon Wishlist with family and friends.) 2. You can donate money on the
PTSA Website or 3. You can purchase items off of the suggested list below and turn them into the main office (Labeled “Shark Bite Store”). Any amount helps!
Suggested Donations: (from Five Below or similar store) Room decor, stuffed animals, blankets, tech stuff, art/craft supplies, basketballs, footballs, and beauty items. Donated items must be new or unused. Thank you for your support!
Performing Arts Boosters
One of the things that makes WLMS such a great place for our kids is the amazing performing arts program. Whether your kiddo is enrolled in Band, Orchestra, Theatre, Chorus or Dance, the Boosters make sure they have what they need and get those extra resources that make the programs thrive. The Boosters help arrange and pay for everything from the WLMS afterschool theatre program, to purchasing dance shoes, costumes, and instruments, to bringing in actors and musicians to work with the students. But to do this, we need your support!
Mark your calendars! In addition to membership, we have an exciting Restaurant Night coming up, where a portion of the proceeds will go directly to supporting our performing arts programs. These events are a fantastic way to enjoy a meal with family and friends while helping us raise much-needed funds.
Here are the details:
Mod Pizza: @ Columbia Mall Date: November 19th all day.
Location: 10000 Town Center Ave C, Columbia, MD 21044
Details: Bring the attached flyer with you if ordering in person. If ordering online or through the app use code MODGIVES20 to ensure WLMS receives 20% of your total bill.
Mod Pizza Flyer
New Partnership Alert!
MakingChange is partnering with the Wilde Lake Community Association to deliver financial education to youth as part of their after school curriculum for the 2024 - 2025 school year.
This partnership will expand our engagement with youth to educate, inform and empower them on how to manage their finances as they head towards adulthood.
Club Wilde Lake Weekly Schedule
Anchors Up! - Mon & Wed, 3-5pm @ Slayton House
The Anchors Up program is a positive youth development program that offers training to students to focus on improving relationships, emotional intelligence, wellness, goal setting, etiquette training, and study skills. The program includes instruction from the Love Notes curriculum which is designed to help prevent unplanned pregnancy by providing teens with information to make wise relationship choices. The program also provides information on preventing relationship violence, and helps teens create a clear plan to avoid pregnancy and STDs. Max 30 Students.
YMCA - Tues & Thurs, 3-5pm @ Slayton House
The YMCA Afterschool Program in Maryland provides a safe and supportive environment for children after school hours. The program focuses on academic enrichment, physical activity, and social development. Activities include homework assistance, STEM projects, arts and crafts, sports, and recreational games. The YMCA aims to foster a sense of community, promote healthy lifestyles, and enhance the overall well-being of participants by offering structured, fun, and educational experiences. Max 30 Students.
iCode - Tues (Web Development), Wed (Game Development), & Thurs (Drone Programming), 3-5pm @ Slayton House The iCode program in Howard County, Maryland, is an educational initiative focused on teaching coding and computer science to students. The program offers classes and workshops that cover various programming languages and technologies, aiming to develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and creativity. By providing a hands-on, project-based learning environment, iCode seeks to prepare students for future careers in technology and foster a strong foundation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) disciplines. Max 10 Students per Offering.
Making Change - Fridays, 1x month, 10/25 (Budgeting), 11/15 (Credit 101), 12/13 (DebtManagement), 1/10 (Savings & Investments), and 3/7 (SMART Goals) @ Slayton House The MakingChange program is a financial wellness initiative designed to empower individuals and families to achieve financial stability and independence. The program offers various services, including financial education workshops, one-on one counseling, and resources on budgeting, saving, debt management, and credit improvement. By providing these tools and guidance, MakingChange aims to help participants make informed financial decisions, improve their economic well-being, and ultimately achieve long-term financial goals. Max 30 Students.
Spring Break 2026
Are you interested in traveling to Spain for Spring Break 2026? All WLMS students and their families are invited on this amazing trip. Join some Wilde Lake teachers and your friends as you visit Madrid, Granada, Seville, Toledo, and Barcelona. If you missed the informational meeting, don't worry. Here is the
presentation I shared. Review it and email me with questions at
cheryl_gwynn-haymes@hcpss.org.
Explorica is the party organizing and responsible for this trip. This trip is NOT a Howard County Public School System, Wilde Lake Middle School, or PTSA sponsored trip, and the individuals chaperoning the trip are not acting as agents for the Howard County Public School System