April 28, 2023
Hello Tigershark families,
Upcoming events in May for students: 6th and 7th Grade Dances: 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. We will be in need of some chaperones and a signup link will be sent next week. Here are some additional details about each event:
Grade 6 Dance is 3 pm to 4:30 pm. The event is free for all students and for WLMS students only. Students will be required to return a permission slip to attend and must select if they are permitted to walk home or will be picked up. For this event there will, be a dance in the cafeteria, basketball in the gym, and the Media Center will be open for gaming. Light snacks and water will be available.
Grade 7 Dance is 6 pm to 7:30 pm. The event is free for all students and for WLMS students only. For this event there will be a dance in the cafeteria and basketball in the gym. Light snacks and water will be available.
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.
8th Grader Harbor Cruise - Waiting for final approval and the new date is May 31st. Stay tuned for more.
***Next week, 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. 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.
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.
Important dates: May 3rd-4th Social Studies MCAP for 8th g only May 4th- Band Concert at WLHS May 5th- 7:00PM Tiger Shark Theater Company proudly presents, Really Rosie- May 6th- 1:00PM Tiger Shark Theater Company proudly presents, Really Rosie
- May 6th- 7:00PM Tiger Shark Theater Company proudly presents, Really Rosie
- May 8th-12th- Staff Appreciation week
- May 12th- 6th grade Dance 3-4:30 PM and Family Assistance with Transportation sign up
- May 12th- 7th grade Dance 6:00-7:30 PM and Family Assistance with Transportation sign up
- May 16th- rising 7th grade in school immunization clinic
- May 19th- 3-9 Shakespeare Performance
- May 20th- Shakespeare Performance 5-9pm
- May 22nd- Orchestra Concert at WLHS
- May 23rd- Chorus Concert
- May 26th- Band, Chorus and Orchestra FT
- June 1-Rising 6th grade visit
- June 1st- Shakespeare Class Performance 3-9
- June 2- Shark Bite Store
- June 2nd- Evening of the Arts
***Message for all 8th grade parents***
Save the Date!!
May 31st- Tentative date: 8th Grade Harbor Cruise 8th graders cannot attend if you’re suspended in or out of school, or receive 2 OR’s
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.
PTSA Corner
Open Positions for the ‘23/‘24 School Year: We are starting to plan for the PTSA Board for next school year, and we have several open positions. If you are interested in the open position or learning more about them, please email us (email below). Open Positions include: President, Vice President, Membership, Spirit Wear, 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.)
Website: WLMS PTSA Website
Email: wildelakemiddleschoolptsa@gmail.com
Facebook: wlmsptsa
HCPSS Rainbow Conference - Register Now!
The HCPSS Rainbow Conference will be held on Saturday, May 6th from 9am - 5pm. The conference will be hybrid with opportunities for both virtual and in-person participation. For more information scan the QR code on the Rainbow Conference Flier or access this link.
The WLHS Band Program has many amazing upcoming events. We hope you can join us!
Friday, May 5: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the first annual WLHS Band Bingo Night! Doors open at 5:00! Join us in our Cafeteria for a fun-filled night of music and Bingo. Please go to WLHS Band Bingo Night for details about tickets and prizes. Tickets are limited. We hope to see you there!
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
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
Wilde Lake Middle School | 10481 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD 21044 | (410) 313-6957 | wlms.hcpss.org