Email Communication From Principal Houston

Posted on: October 4, 2024

Summary: Important Information for Families.

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Nov. 7, 2024

PTSA Annual Giving Fundraising Campaign Update:

We have reached 47% of our goal of raising $74,000 by December 3! Why is this funding important? $6,000 will go to the Wildcat Library to support Ms. Johnson’s heroic efforts to make the library a home for everyone. She invests the PTSA funding in multiple copies of our 50 most anticipated Wildcat reads, to support book talks and book clubs. She also prioritizes bringing in full series of books, and says “Series are incredibly popular in middle school and nothing is more satisfying that keeping a reader reading through multiple volumes.” – Ms. Johnson. Lastly, she honors our readers curiosity and request and tries to bring in their requested books all year long.

Help us reach our goal and give today! Gifts can be made online through the Donate Today button, via check sent to the main office, or gifts of stock. Be sure to double your impact and submit for your employer’s match.

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Oct. 31, 2024

Dear Wildcats,

As we approach Veteran’s Day, Ms. Dunnett, Whitman’s Fabulous Visual Arts Teacher, has planned an exciting school project that involves using plastic water bottles. Recycling these bottles not only supports our project but also helps reduce plastic waste and protect our environment. If you have any plastic water bottles at home, please consider donating them to Whitman for this project. Your contributions will help make this project a success and contribute to a greener planet!

Thank you for your support!
John Houston
Principal
Whitman Middle School

Annual Giving Campaign from the PTSA

Trick or Treat? Let’s give our school a TREAT by making your Annual Giving Campaign donation today.

Why is it a treat?

We get to invest the money immediately in our school’s greatest needs. And…
Once we hit our goal, we don’t have to do any more fundraising this year!

Now that’s something worth celebrating. If your employer matches donations, please submit for matching funds to make the treat extra sweet! Donate Today

Thanks!
Cheers, Andrea

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August 19, 2024

Dear Wildcats!

We hope this newsletter finds you well and excited for the upcoming school year. As we prepare to welcome our students back, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for your continued support and partnership. Together, we create a nurturing environment for our children to learn and grow.

Important Announcements

WEB Leader Training: Next week, our WEB leaders will begin training to welcome our incoming 6th graders for the start of school. This is a wonderful opportunity for our student leaders to shine!
First Day Schedule: Stay tuned! Our first day schedule will be posted soon on the Whitman Middle School webpage.
6th Grade Welcome Night: Mark your calendars! Join us on Wednesday, August 28, from 6-7 p.m. for our 6th Grade Welcome Night. This event will help our new students feel at home and excited about their transition to middle school.

Celebrations from the Week

We have so much to celebrate this week:

Building Prep: Alfredo and the crew have done a fantastic job prepping the building for the start of school. Their hard work ensures that our learning environment is ready and welcoming for all students.
PTSA Leadership: A special shout-out to outgoing PTSA president Jan Johnson, who oversaw a remodel of the faculty lounge. This improvement will create a better space for our teachers to collaborate and recharge.

Additional Information

Health Updates: Nurse McIntosh will be reaching out to families soon with important health information and resources. Please keep an eye out for her communication.

We are grateful for your ongoing support in making Whitman Middle School a wonderful place for our students. Together, we can build a positive and enriching learning experience.

As we look forward to the school year, we appreciate your partnership and dedication. Thank you for being an essential part of our school community!

Warm regards,
John Houston
Principal
Whitman Middle School

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