Newsletter May 5, 2023

Fri, 05/05/2023 - 11:13am
Tiger Shark Bytes

May 5, 2023

Happy Friday Tiger Sharks,

Congratulations to Mrs. Walker and all her students on a wonderful performance last evening. All the groups were outstanding and showed such growth from the fall. We had a little Star Wars, Mandalorian, and Moana.

An additional thank you to all the staff and families who came out to support. If you missed it we have more student talent on stage this weekend and more performances in the coming weeks. 

Join us tonight May 5th  for the opening of Really Rosie!  The Tiger Shark Theatre Company opens the spring musical at WLMS! Come out to REALLY ROSIE and bring the kids! Performances are Friday, May 5th at 7pm and Saturday, May 6th at 1pm and 7pm. Scan the QR code on the poster to buy a ticket in advance. Tickets are $3 for elementary students at the door.  All other tickets can be purchased at http://wildelakems.booktix.com/. The show revolves around the classic Maurice Sendak characters, the Nutshell Kids. It's fun for the whole family! Book and Lyrics by Maurice Sendak, Music by Carole King. 

Friday May 12, 2023,  there will be after school dances for the 6th and 7th graders. Please note these are NOT formal events. Students may dress up if they choose but the events are NOT formal. The events are FREE and for WLMS Students ONLY!  6th grade students are required to return a permission slip to attend and must select if they are permitted to walk home or will be picked up. Light snacks and water will be available.  We are in need of some chaperones to make these events run smoothly http://https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FA9AA2FA6F49-chaperones

For both events WLMS Administration will determine if any student is ineligible due to discipline concerns and will notify those students and families in advance.  Parents are welcome to attend the Transportation Sign up Assistance in the media center from 3-7pm on May 12th.

 
Yearbook, Yearbook, get your Yearbook!  From now until May19th, Yearbooks will be at a Pre-Order price of $25. After May 19th, yearbooks will be $30.   https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/DA018-89
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Important dates:
  • May 5th- 7PM Tiger Shark Theater Company proudly presents, Really Rosie
  • May 6th- 1PM and 7PM Tiger Shark Theater Company proudly presents, Really Rosie
  • May 8th-12th- Staff Appreciation week See PTSA Message below
  • May 12th- 6th grade Dance 3-4:30 PM 7th grade Dance 6:00-7:30 PM 
  • May 16th- rising 7th grade in school immunization clinic
  • May 22nd- Orchestra Concert at WLHS
  • May 23rd- Chorus Concert 
  • May 26th- Band, Chorus and Orchestra FT 
  • June 1-Rising 6th grade visits WLMS
  • June 2- Shark Bite Store during lunches
  • June 2nd- Evening of the Arts 
  • June 6th- Rising High School Visits
  • June 7th- Professional Learning Day for staff-  3 hour early dismissal for students
  • June 12th- 8th Grade Family Block Party Celebration Just as last year, this event is not a formal event.  It will be similar to our beginning of year block party.
  • June 12th-14th- 3Hr. Early Dismissal Days
  • June 14th- Last Day of School  3 hour early dismissal
Reminder - Bus Transportation for 2023-2024

Families whose children are eligible for bus transportation must register through HCPSS Connect Synergy to receive bus service for the 2023-2024 school year. This new process will take place annually to help HCPSS plan for student ridership and to make routes more efficient. Registration for 2023-2024 bus service is open now through June 1. Families who reside in non-transportation areas are not eligible for bus transportation and do not need to take any action. Find the new non-transportation areas for your school online. Students who receive transportation as part of their Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan do not need to register.
To register, please visit the link below for instructions.
https://www.hcpss.org/schools/transportation/registration/

Doing some spring cleaning?  Have clothes you would like to donate?  Stop by and drop them in the yellow Planet Aid bin near the baseball field.  Portion of the proceeds is donated to Wilde Lake Middle. 

Adopted Start times for 2023-2024 School Year- https://www.hcpss.org/schools/opening-and-closing-times/evaluation/

PTSA Corner

Open Positions for the ‘23/‘24 School Year:  We are planning for the PTSA Board for next school year, and we have several open positions. If you are interested in one of the open positions or learning more about them, please email us (email below). Open Positions include: President, Vice President, Membership, Restaurant Nights, and PTACHC Rep.

May 18th PTSA Meeting, Special Guests:  Join us at our monthly Zoom meeting to meet the Principal, PTSA President, and Booster Representative from Atholton High School. They asked to join us, and will be introducing themselves and answering questions at the beginning of our meeting at 7 PM. (We will be reaching out to the PTSA at Wilde Lake HS to see if they would be interested in joining us as well.)

Plans for Staff Appreciation Week: Our amazing Staff Appreciation team has planned a wonderful week to celebrate our WLMS Staff for Staff Appreciation Week next week, May 8-12. (see details below). We encourage all families to send an email, a note, or a card or two next week to thank our amazing staff for all that they do for our students.

Monday May 8th: Boxed Lunches from Cozy Cafe 
Tuesday May 9th: Lotto Scratchers
Wednesday May 10th: Popcorn Bar
Thursday May 11th: Seated Massages donated by Living Wellness
Friday May 12th: Cookies donated by Mad River Bakes
Facebook:  wlmsptsa

Messages from WLHS:  Saturday, May 13: Jazz Cabaret!! Join us for a hot night of cool jazz performed by the WLHS Jazz Ensemble. Our very own Main Street is transformed into a timeless Jazz Cabaret! The concert beings at 7:00-Doors open at 6:30, Light food and beverages will be available for purchase. Order your tickets now to guarantee your seating! Please go to our website WLHS Jazz Cabaret for details. Wednesday, May 17, at 7:00: Spring Band Concert. Please join us for this celebration of music performed by the Concert Band and Wind Ensemble.  Details and links are also on our website: wlhsband.com

PTA Connected- Take charge of your digital life
Inviting Families to Discuss How to Build Positive Virtual Communities!
Join Wilde Lake High School PTSA to Participate in the National PTA Connected & Discord Program: Create and Belong
Wednesday May 10th
Refreshments 6:00 - 6:30 PM
Where: Wilde Lake High School Cafeteria
Students & families are welcome to attend. (Middle & High School) See flyer here.

Summer Sports Camps  The Wilde Lake Athletic Department and Boosters Club are proud to offer Summer Sports Camps each year! We encourage participation by anyone interested, regardless of skill level or experience. Camps are led by WLHS Coaches and associated with extensive youth coaching experience at all levels. This year's camps include Basketball, Football, Soccer, Boys' Lacrosse, Cheerleading, Field Hockey, Softball, and Speed Training. You can visit the included link for more information and to register.  We look forward to seeing you at The Lake this summer!  Wilde Lake High School Boosters Club | Sports Camps