OUR SCHOOL
DEPARTMENTS
PARENTS
Skip to content
Join us for a memorable Family Feast on the Field event happening on Friday, April 19th! Each student is welcome to invite up to 2 adults to enjoy lunch together. To confirm your attendance, please fill out the Google Form using this link https://forms.gle/aauLVY5xjJLVFK1w6. Enter through the gate on the north end of campus near the dumpsters. Feel free to bring outside food or use trays from the cafeteria. We look forward to seeing you there! 🍽️
We can't wait to see you today!
Thank you for all that you do!
Reminder 📆
National Assistant Principals Week, April 1–5, 2024, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. These dedicated folks work tirelessly to bolster teachers, motivate students, support their principal, create a positive learning community, and face the many unpredictable challenges that land on their desks.
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders in our Knight’s Family!
Important Announcement!
🌞 Attention Parents/Guardians! 🌞
Please remember to fill out and return the WMS Solar Eclipse Viewing Permission Slip by Monday, April 1st. We've sent it home with your child this week. Your permission is essential for them to participate in this exciting event! Thank you for your cooperation and support. Let's make this solar eclipse viewing a memorable experience for our students!
📣 Calling all parents and guardians! Your feedback matters! Take a moment to fill out our Washington Middle School Family and Community Engagement Survey using the link below. Plus, earn shillings for your student as a token of appreciation for your valuable input! Thank you for partnering with us in shaping our school community. Survey link: https://forms.gle/JykBxJ4iarEi68eK9
🎉 Don't miss out on capturing memories that'll last a lifetime! 📚✨ Preorder your yearbook for just $15 now! Visit https://store.shopyearbook.com/wms24 and use password WMS24.
Exploring higher education at Southern Arkansas University! 📚 Our 6th graders had an amazing trip to Magnolia just before spring break, getting a firsthand look at the beautiful SAU campus. Huge thanks to SAU for welcoming us and giving us an unforgettable tour. And of course, a big shoutout to Mrs. Upchurch for making it all happen!
The results are in for the archery tryouts! 🏹🎯 Congratulations to all who made next year’s team! 🎉 Big thanks to everyone who came out to try out. For any questions or concerns, reach out to Coach Kelton after spring break at ethan.kelton@esd-15.org.
Congrats to Harper Gates the winner of the $200 gift certificate to Retro City Shoes for perfect attendance!
ESD REMINDER: All schools will dismiss at 2:25 pm on Friday, March 15th.
🌼📸 Just a friendly reminder! Spring Picture Day is tomorrow, starting at 8:00 am. Flyers with all the details have been sent home. Don't miss out on capturing those spring smiles!
🌟 The Amazing Shake Team Prepares for Atlanta! 🌟
Last Thursday, our students faced a unique challenge in preparation for the upcoming competition. With the restaurant's main foods out of stock, they had to think on their feet and order from the available options. This real-life scenario tested their problem-solving skills and adaptability. Go team!
5th grade writing has been worked hard to prepare for the state writing test! Several students made encouraging posters for their peers, and many students have shown mastery on all 5th grade writing targets!
Looks what's in store for next week!
WMS archery tryouts are upon us: Please read the flyer below for more information for tryout dates for each school.
Parents/Guardians MUST fill out the Google Form below at least one day prior to tryout date. (Scan QR Code)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd04ULxfQqEnmI1Np2jnISS2rop3_QYnF1Cjd6lLTqEdaUvGQ/viewform
Students can go to Slingin' Arrows to practice before they tryout.
Please share this information with anyone who is interested in trying out.
WMS Archery season has come to an end for both teams, and what a season it’s been! Today they competed in the State Tournament at Hot Springs, AR. Our 5th-grade team placed 7th out of 30 elementary teams with a Score: 2878, while our 6th-grade team secured 13th place out of 30 middle school teams with a Score: 3103.
Congratulations to our talented archers who qualified as individuals for nationals in Salt Lake City, UT!
Zackary Hargett clinched 2nd place in the state for elementary boys with a score of 280, Aubrey Kilgore landed 4th for elementary girls with a score of 266, Priscilla Martinez secured 8th for elementary girls with a score of 257, and Josie Mann grabbed 5th for middle school girls with a score of 279.
We’re incredibly proud of each and every one of our archers for their dedication and hard work this season. Way to go!
- Coach Kelton & Coach Escamilla
Current 6th and 7th Graders! If you are interested in trying out for the Barton Junior High Cheerleading squad for the 2024-2025 school year, you must complete the following Google Form no later than March 15th. Students who do not complete the form by March 15th are not eligible to try out for cheer for next season.
bit.ly/BJHCheerTryouts24-25
**The Cheer Tryout Google Classroom opened on March 1st. You must have the Google Form completed to be added to the classroom.**