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Research is clear that showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic and social success, starting from pre-kindergarten and continuing through high school. Missing 10% (or about 18 days of a school year or 2 a month) can drastically affect a student’s academic success at each grade level. By the 6th grade, absenteeism is one of…

Happy Friday Tigersharks! This Wednesday was the Grand Opening of the School Store. Students used their Shark bites to “purchase” school supplies, personal care items, fidget spinners, squishy toys, and more. Thank you to the volunteers who helped open the school store. We could not do this without you. Consider signing up to help out on a Wednesday this school…

Happy Friday WLMS Community! I am pleased to reach out and announce that our first week back was a tremendously positive one. I could not be prouder of our newest Tiger Sharks who have quickly learned how to use their lockers and navigate the building. Most importantly they have brought positive energy and have shown they are ready to learn…

WLMS Newsletter The Columbia Mall Art Show is a huge exhibition that shows off the hard work of our amazing WLMS art program and talented students! The show is on view from April 10 th to April 29 th . Our panel is usually located on the second floor near Sephora (but it could change). The reception is Thursday, April…

Spring Break is just hours away. Whether you're planning family adventures, time at home, or simply enjoying the warmer weather, we hope this break brings rest, fun, and wonderful opportunities to connect. We'll see you refreshed and ready to learn after the break on Tuesday, April 2nd! Congratulations to our Debate Team! They had a 2-0 win this week over…

Tiger Sharkbyte Newsletter 2/2/24 This week, over 200, 7th and 8th GT SS students participated in National History Day. The projects consisted of Displays, Performances, Documentaries, and Research Papers. We are proud of our students and their dedication to complete such amazing work. Tonight, Friday, February 2nd is our 8th Grade Dance. The dance begins at 6:30 and ends at…

Good afternoon, Tiger Shark Families, We only have a few days left until the end of the first quarter., Oct. 31st. Make sure to continue to monitor your child's grades through Canvas. You can access that through HCPSS Connect (hcpss.org/connect). IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND UPDATES PBIS FUNDRAISER This Friday, October 27th, is the last day for our PBIS Fundraiser. Thank you…

WLMS Newsletter 10/18/2023 The Code of Maryland Regulations requires that schools perform bus evacuation drills each year. This morning, WLMS students who rode a bus participated in a bus evacuation drill. The purpose of this drill was to review the procedures for exiting the bus safely in case of an emergency. Bus drivers initiated and conducted the bus evacuation drill…

WLMS- Newsletter 10/5/23 Happy Thursday, Tigersharks! All schools are closed for students on Monday, October 9th for Professional Learning day for staff. On Tuesday 10/10- Friday 10/13, we will have our MAP testing. To alleviate the stress of having all testing in two days, it is now four days. ELA on 10/10-10/11 and Math on 10/12-10/13. These tests will take…

Tomorrow, Tues. Oct. 3rd is PICTURE DAY https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001042667 574417_SchoolPic_Flyer_BACK.pdf 574417_SchoolPic_Flyer_FRONT.pdf Connect with Us: Address 10481 Cross Fox Lane Columbia, MD 21044 Phone 410-313-6957 Website wlms.hcpss.org