Parent Updates 10/6


	Parent Updates 10/6 Happy Sunday Gator Families, I hope this message finds everyone well and enjoying your weekend. This week we will have a full week of school and we are looking forward to impactful teacher and learning. This week also marks the midpoint of the the 1st quarter and progress reports will go home this week. Please remember to regualarly check your scholar's canvas and powerschool. The staff of professionals at Whitewater Middle School are charged and ready to make exceptional learning happen for your scholars everyday. At Whitewater Middle School we value: High Expectations for Scholars and Staff Belief in Students Learning People Thank you for trusting us with the important task of educating your scholar and preparing them for Endless Possibitiies! AVID Spotlight - Agenda All scholars received a WMS Agenda this school year! Have you seen it? The use of agendas helps to promote organization and accountability. Teachers are asking scholars to write their homework in their agenda, write learning targets for various classes and parent notes. Please have your scholar show you their agenda. Progess Reports Parents, we are almost halfway through the 1st quarter. Progess reports will go home October 8th. Family Lunch Day- Oct. 15th - RSVP Today! Please join use for our most popular parent event of the year, Family Lunch Day on Tuesday, Oct. 15th. Families can eat lunch with their scholar. Please sign up by Sunday, October 13th. Family members must bring their ID or passport to on Tuesday, October 15th to sign in. Who: All Whitewater parents and guardians When: Tuesday, October 15th, Where: Whitewater Middle School, Gymnasium WMS Lunch Schedule Times Extensions students eat from 10:45a-11:10p 6th grade students eat from 10:55a-11:50p 8th grade students eat from 11:50a-12:30p 7th grade students eat from 12:20p-1:20p All parents/guardians must RSVP at the link here or bit.ly/WMSluncheonfall24 by October 13th. Parents that can’t attend, will not be able to send lunch by doordash or any of the food delivery services. Parents will have to be in person to deliver and eat lunch with students. All guests that day will have to go through scanners and sign in on the computers with their state issued ID or Passport. We will provide arts and craft materials for families to do an activity the day of while they eat. Parent Teacher Association - Save the Date Open PTA Open Positions Membership Lead Secretary Oct. 15th - (Family Lunch Day ) Parent/Guardian- Student Lunch (eat lunch with your scholar) RSVP here or bit.ly/WMSluncheonfall24 by October 13th. 23-24 Parent/Guardian Lunch Nov. 4 - Nov. 8 Whitewater's PTA Annual Popcorn Fundraisier! The PTA raised over $5000 last year and we are looking to triple that this year! Our goals is to raise $15,000! Start preparing your networks! :) Parent Teacher Association (PTA) We need your support! Please consider joining the Whitewater Middle School. Our PTA is small but mighty. They are committed to supporting students and staff at Whitewater Middle School. Click HERE TO JOIN for only $10.PTA. Parent Teacher Conferences - Save the Dates - Save the Date School wide parent teacher conferences will be held Monday, November 4th from 10am - 6pm. More information for scheduling will come out soon. Thank You - Homecoming Dance The Athletic Department and PTA would like to thank our scholars, parents and staff for supporting this fundraiser. We have a great turn out and the scholars has a great time! Fall Picture Day - Save the Date Fall picture day is right around the corner! All scholars will participate in this school wide picture day on Wednesday, October 16th and these pictures go in our yearbook. 20% of monies go to the school to fund school events for students and teacher appreciation initiatives. Place your order today. All sales are online only. https://www.ckvisuals.com/wms Evolv Scanner and Binder Policy All scholars and visitors have to go through the Evolv scanner daily. This year the district has asked parents to find an alternate option other than metal 3 ring binders. If your scholar still uses a 3-ring binder, we will ask them to remove binders and chromeooks before passing through the scanners. Scholars can also keep the binders at home. WMS Dress Code Whitewater Middle School is no longer a uniform school; however, we do have a dress code. Parents/Guardians we need your help. The biggest areas of concern are the crop shirts, slides, thigh ripped jeans, short-shorts and biker/spandex shorts. These are not allowed. Parents, please review the full WMS Dress Code Presentation using this link: https://bit.ly/WMSDressCode. There are no exceptions to this expectation. Please follow this policy so that your child can have a successful day at school. If your child is not in dress code, you will receive a phone call from the school so that you can bring the appropriate clothing. If you are unable to come, a discipline infraction will be assigned. Possible consequences for repeated dress violations may include Community Service, change schools, In-School Suspension, Parent Admin Conference. Early Dismissal Policy Please remember that there will NO early dismissal after 3:00pm. Even if you call to say that you will be late or have a scheduled appointment. Thank you for your support with this school wide policy. All early dismissals must take place before 3:00pm. Student Information Form We need your help! Parents, please take the time to complete the parent information Click Here. You will need your student's ID to complete.

Parent Updates 9/22

The Here Come The Bus app requires an update. Due to some changes in Google the app is not working correctly. Please update the app on your device to allow it to work properly.

Happy Sunday Gator Families,

I hope everyone is enjoying the goregous weather this weekend. It is offically homecoming week! Learning will take place as usual but the students will also have various opportunites to show their school spirit! #GatorPROUD

Early Release Day
This Wednesday will be an Early Release Day for all CMS Schools. All scholars will be dismissed at 1:15PM.
Parent Teacher Conferences - Save the Date
School wide parent teacher conferences will be held Monday, November 4th from 10am - 6pm. More information for scheduling will come out soon.

Homecoming 2024 Week Update & Events:

Homecoming Week is here!! The WMS PTA and Athletic Booster Club are sponsoring this year's fall Homecoming Week. Starting tomorrow September 23rd, all Whitewater students will have the opportunity to participate in all homecoming activities, spirit week, pep-rally and the homecoming dance. All homecoming event payments should be paid either via cash or submitted via cashapp to $whitewaterpta (noreen mcallister). Please indicate in the subject box what event your student is partaking in (homecoming dance) and your students first and last name. This will help with any confusion with cashapp purchases. With any homecoming week questions or concerns, please contact AD Calhoun or respond to this post!

Homecoming Court: Homecoming Royal Court applications were distributed the last two weeks and were due by last Thursday. All WMS students will have the option to vote during homeroom tomorrow for their Royal Court selections and the winners will be announced at Tuesday's evening game. Parents/Guardians of those student applicants will receive a separate email outlining details with Tuesday's procedures.

Homecoming Game/Pep-rally: The school wide pep-rally will take place on Game Day during school hours. This is for WMS students only. We will celebrate as we get excited to take on Wilson Middle. The game starts at 5:00pm on the Gator Field. During the game, we will have food trucks, community partners and apparel sales on campus. The homecoming court winners will be announced during the homecoming game. Please remember no students will be allowed to attend the game without being accompanied by an adult 21 years old or older. All guests will have to have to go through our security measures to attend the game.

Spirit Week: Students are encouraged to participate in our weeklong spirit week activities this week! Monday is school appropriate Pajama Day, Tuesday is Green Out Day, Wednesday is Superhero Day, Thursday is Throwback Thursday and Friday is Jersey Day. Please see flyer below for additional details. The WMS and CMS dress code will be enforced and students found in violation of the dress code will be asked to change and or placed in ISS for violating the dress code policy.

Homecoming Dance: We are so excited for our first annual Homecoming Dance that will take place on Thursday. The dance will be held in our WMS Gymnasium from 6-8pm. The theme is “Back to the 90’s.” Students can dress up in their freshest 90's throw back outfits. This is a casual event, formal wear is not necessary to come out and party. Tickets are still on sale until this Tuesday. Tickets are $10 per student and can be purchased during your students lunch period. Huge thank you to those who already purchased tickets in advance! Requirements include no ISS or OSS in order for students to attend. There are no refunds once a ticket has been purchased. This is a Whitewater student only event, non WMS students and parents/guardians are not allowed in the building when the event is taking place. CMS dress code will be enforced. Snack bags and drinks will be available for purchase at the dance.

Fall Picture Day - Save the Date
Fall picture day is right around the corner! All scholars will participate in this school wide picture day on Wednesday, October 16th and these pictures go in our yearbook. 20% of monies go to the school to fund school events for students and teacher appreciation initiatives. Place your order today. All sales are online only. https://www.ckvisuals.com/wms
Evolv Scanner and Binder Policy
All scholars and visitors have to go through the Evolv scanner daily. This year the district has asked parents to find an alternate option other than metal 3 ring binders. If your scholar still uses a 3-ring binder, we will ask them to remove binders and chromeooks before passing through the scanners. Scholars can also keep the binders at home.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
We need your support! Please consider joining the Whitewater Middle School. Our PTA is small but mighty. They are committed to supporting students and staff at Whitewater Middle School.
Click HERE TO JOIN for only $10.PTA.
WMS Dress Code
Whitewater Middle School is no longer a uniform school; however, we do have a dress code. Parents/Guardians we need your help. The biggest areas of concern are the crop shirts, slides, thigh ripped jeans, short-shorts and biker/spandex shorts. These are not allowed. Parents, please review the full WMS Dress Code Presentation using this link: https://bit.ly/WMSDressCode. There are no exceptions to this expectation. Please follow this policy so that your child can have a successful day at school. If your child is not in dress code, you will receive a phone call from the school so that you can bring the appropriate clothing. If you are unable to come, a discipline infraction will be assigned. Possible consequences for repeated dress violations may include Community Service, change schools, In-School Suspension, Parent Admin Conference.

Early Dismissal Policy
Please remember that there will NO early dismissal after 3:00pm. Even if you call to say that you will be late or have a scheduled appointment. Thank you for your support with this school wide policy. All early dismissals must take place before 3:00pm.

Student Information Form
We need your help! Parents, please take the time to complete the parent information Click Here. You will need your student's ID to complete.

Parent Updates 9/15

Happy Sunday Gator Families,
I hope everyone is having a great weekend. The school year is in full swing. Our teachers and scholars are working extremely hard to ensure top tier learning is taking place everyday and in everyclass. All scholars who were present on Friday and returned their forms recieved their Chromebook. Remember scholars can not take home chromebooks until the form is signed. Please remind your scholar to take care of their chromebook.

Let's make this week a great week on purpose!

Parent Meeting Night
Please join us on Thursday, September 19th at 6pm for our Annual Title I Parent Meeting, School Improvement Team meeting and PTA Meeting. Learn how Whitewater Middle School uses our Title I Funds to support student learning and teacher growth. Learn about our strategic plan to ensure student growth and achievement. Help the Parent Teacher Association plan for the 24-25 school year. Use the link below to access the virtual meeting on Thursday, September 19th at 6pm.
Parent Meeting Link 9/19 @ 6:00PM

Homecoming 2024 Week Update & Events:

Starting next Monday, September 23rd, WMS will host it’s homecoming week. WMS students will have the opportunity to participate in all homecoming activities, homecoming royal court, spirit week, pep-rally and the homecoming dance. All homecoming event payments should be sent via cashapp to $whitewaterpta. Please indicate in the subject box what event your student is partaking in (homecoming court application, homecoming dance or both) and your students first and last name. Any homecoming week questions or concerns, please contact AD Calhoun or Ms. Caldwell.

Homecoming Court: Homecoming court applications were distributed last week for those students who were interested. Students interested have until this Wednesday, September 18th to complete an application, submit their $5 application fee and campaign. Applications can be turned into AD Calhoun or Ms. Caldwell.

Homecoming Game/Pep-rally: On Tuesday September 24th, our football team will take on Wilson at 5:00pm. The pep-rally will take place during school. We will have food trucks, community partners and apparel sales on site at the game. The homecoming court winners will be announced during the homecoming game. No students will be allowed to attend the game without being accompanied by an adult 21 years old or older.

Spirit Week: To celebrate students are encouraged to participate in our weeklong spirit week activities. Please see flyer below with the daily themes. The WMS and CMS dress code will be enforced and students found in violation of the dress code will be asked to change and or placed in ISS for violating the dress code policy.

Homecoming Dance: The Homecoming Dance will be held on Thursday, September 26th in the WMS Gymnasium from 6-8pm. The theme is “Back to the 90’s.” This is a Whitewater student only event, non WMS students and parents/guardians are not allowed in the building. Requirements include no ISS or OSS in order for students to attend. Tickets are $10 per student and will go on sale starting tomorrow during lunch and will end on September 24th. Dress attire is 90’s encouraged, CMS dress code will be enforced. Snack bags and drinks will be available for purchase at the dance.

Evolv Scanner and Binder Policy
All scholars and visitors have to go through the Evolv scanner daily. This year the district has asked parents to find an alternate option other than metal 3 ring binders. If your scholar still uses a 3-ring binder, we will ask them to remove binders and chromeooks before passing through the scanners. Scholars can also keep the binders at home.
Virtual Spanish Parent Video

Parents of scholars who are enrolled the VSP Spanish course, please use the Youtube link below to view the video of last Thursday's Virtual Spanish Parent Meeting. It is only 10 minutes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTuzKIjycGE

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
We need your support! Please consider joining the Whitewater Middle School. Our PTA is small but mighty. They are committed to supporting students and staff at Whitewater Middle School.
Click HERE TO JOIN for only $10.PTA.
Yeti Robotics - After School Program
Registration for the Robotics program is CLOSED. We had over 45 students registered but we can only take 30. The other students will be placed on a waiting list. Invites and waiting list notifications will be sent home by Wednesday.
WMS Dress Code
Whitewater Middle School is no longer a uniform school; however, we do have a dress code. Parents/Guardians we need your help. The biggest areas of concern are the crop shirts, slides, thigh ripped jeans, short-shorts and biker/spandex shorts. These are not allowed. Parents, please review the full WMS Dress Code Presentation using this link: https://bit.ly/WMSDressCode. There are no exceptions to this expectation. Please follow this policy so that your child can have a successful day at school. If your child is not in dress code, you will receive a phone call from the school so that you can bring the appropriate clothing. If you are unable to come, a discipline infraction will be assigned. Possible consequences for repeated dress violations may include Community Service, change schools, In-School Suspension, Parent Admin Conference.

Early Dismissal Policy
Please remember that there will NO early dismissal after 3:00pm. Even if you call to say that you will be late or have a scheduled appointment. Thank you for your support with this school wide policy. All early dismissals must take place before 3:00pm.

Student Information Form
We need your help! Parents, please take the time to complete the parent information Click Here. You will need your student's ID to complete.

7th Grade Immunizations
The summer is a great time to schedule routine health care appointments for your students to include well visits and any updates on immunizations needed. Now is the time to prepare for next school year and confirm your student has all the required health services and immunizations. If your student is up to date on immunizations, they will only need additional vaccines when they enter 7th grade. Please provide your school with updated immunization records. Students have 30 calendar days from their first day of school to provide documentation of compliance or the principal must exclude them from school until the documentation is received. Please contact your health care provider or the local health department if your student needs vaccines. You can find more resources at the CMS website https://www.cmsk12.org/Page/714
STEM Opportunities for our Scholars
Parent Updates 9/2

Happy Labor Day Gator Families!The first week of school was a success! Thank you for your patience with dismissal transportation. We are ready to continue our strong start to a year towards a year of academic excellence! Please see the updates below so you are informed. Let's make this a great week on purpose! Happy September!

WMS Dress Code
Whitewater Middle School is no longer a uniform school, however, we do have a dress code. Parents/Guardians we need your help. The biggest areas of concern are the crop shirts, slides, thigh ripped jeans, short-shorts and biker/spandex shorts. These are not allowed. Parents please review the full WMS Dress Code Presentation using this link: https://bit.ly/WMSDressCode. There are no exceptions to this expectation. Please follow this policy so that your child can have a successful day at school. If your child is not in dress code, you will receive a phone call from the school so that you can bring the appropriate clothing. If you are unable to come, a discipline infraction will be assigned. Possible consequences for repeated dress violations may include: Community Service, change schools, In-School Suspension, Parent Admin Conference.

Early Dismissal Policy
Please remeber that there will NO early dismissal after 3:00pm. Even if you call to say that you will be late or have a scheduled appointment. Thank you for your support with this school wide policy. All early dismissals must take place before 3:00pm.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
We need your support! Please consider joining the Whitewater Middle School. Our PTA is small but mighty. They are committed to supporting students and staff at Whitewater Middle School.
Click HERE TO JOIN for only $10.PTA.
Student Chromebook Distribution
Schlors started to recieve their chromeook on Friday. We will continue to distribute computers this week. Remember, students will not get to take a chromebook home until all forms are signed and they have completed the technology responsiblity mini course. Please complete the forms below, if you have not done so already.
Form 1 : https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/34407952
Form 2: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/34408246
Form 3: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/34408289
Form 4:https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/34408303
Student Information Form
We need your help! Parents please take the time to complete the parent information Click Here. You will need your student's ID to complete.

Yeti Robotics - After School Program
Whitewater Middle School is partnering with Queen City Robotics to host a 8 week Robotics club from Sept - November. This program will be held once a week on Thursday from 4:30PM to 5:30PM. Transportation is not provided. There are only 30 slots available. Please use this link CLICK HERE to sign up. Registration will be on a first come first serve basis.

7th Grade Immunizations
The summer is a great time to schedule routine health care appointments for your students to include well visits and any updates on immunizations needed. Now is the time to prepare for next school year and confirm your student has all the required health services and immunizations. If your student is up to date on immunizations, they will only need additional vaccines when they enter 7th grade. Please provide your school with updated immunization records. Students have 30 calendar days from their first day of school to provide documentation of compliance or the principal must exclude them from school until the documentation is received. Please contact your health care provider or the local health department if your student needs vaccines. You can find more resources at the CMS website https://www.cmsk12.org/Page/714

#GatorProud

Parent Updates 8/25

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Happy Sunday Gator Families!
Tomorrow is the first day of school! We are thrilled and ready to welcome back our scholars to the 24-25 school year! Our staff has worked extremely hard to prepare for this day and they are READY! This year's theme is Game On - The Rebound! The Whitewater Middle School staff is fired up to ensure Whitewater Middle School secures its place as a top middle school in the Charlotte Mecklenburg School District! Please remember to have patience with bus transportation and the car rider line for this entire week. The back to school welcome letter was mailed on August 12th and it appears that alot of families have not recieved it. I apologize for the inconvience, therefore the letter is attached to this message.

This week will be a great week on PURPOSE! Welcome Back!

Student Chromebook Distribution
Ms. Bailey, Technology Facilitiator, will begin the process of assigning student chromebooks this week. Thank you in advance for those families who completed the forms online. Students will not get to take a chromebook home until all forms are signed and they have completed the technology responsiblity mini course. Please complete the forms below, if you have not done so already.
Form 1 : https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/34407952
Form 2: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/34408246
Form 3: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/34408289
Form 4:https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/34408303
Student Information Form
We need your help! Parents please take the time to complete the parent information Click Here. You will need your student's ID to complete.

Yeti Robotics - After School Program
Whitewater Middle School is partnering with Queen City Robotics to host a 8 week Robotics club from Sept - November. This program will be held once a week on Thursday from 4:30PM to 5:30PM. Transportation is not provided. There are only 30 slots available. Please use this link CLICK HERE to sign up. Registration will be on a first come first serve basis.

Bus Key Dates and Information

Bus information will be mailed to families on August 14th . However, families can access bus information starting Monday, August 12 through various digital platforms, ensuring timely and accessible information.

Here Comes The Bus app: Track bus location and schedule in real-time
AlphaPortal: Parents can sign up for an account to review and print their child’s boarding pass
Email: Contact CMS Transportation at transportation@cms.k12.nc.us for direct assistance
Phone: Call 980-343-6715 for bus information and over-the-phone support

Eligible students who are enrolled in CMS by August 1 and have registered for transportation services. Registered means the student has been entered in PowerSchool and requested transportation via the ’2024-25 Intent-to-Ride’ by 6:00 PM on August 1.	Should have a bus by Monday, August 26 (the first day of school)
Eligible students who have moved, had a change in PowerSchool, and have registered for transportation between August 2 and August 22.	Should have a bus by the afternoon bus ride Tuesday, August 27
Eligible students who have moved, had a change in PowerSchool, and have registered for transportation between August 23 and August 27	Should have a bus by the afternoon bus ride on Thursday, August 29
Eligible students who have moved, had a change in PowerSchool, and have registered for transportation between August 28 and August 30	Should have a bus by the afternoon bus ride on Wednesday, September 4

7th Grade Immunizations
The summer is a great time to schedule routine health care appointments for your students to include well visits and any updates on immunizations needed. Now is the time to prepare for next school year and confirm your student has all the required health services and immunizations. If your student is up to date on immunizations, they will only need additional vaccines when they enter 7th grade. Please provide your school with updated immunization records. Students have 30 calendar days from their first day of school to provide documentation of compliance or the principal must exclude them from school until the documentation is received. Please contact your health care provider or the local health department if your student needs vaccines. You can find more resources at the CMS website https://www.cmsk12.org/Page/714
WMS Dress Code
Whitewater Middle School is no longer a uniform school, however, we do have a dress code. Parents/Guardians we need your help. The biggest areas of concern are the crop shirts, slides, thigh ripped jeans, short-shorts and biker/spandex shorts. These are not allowed. Parents please review the full WMS Dress Code Presentation using this link: https://bit.ly/WMSDressCode. There are no exceptions to this expectation. Please follow this policy so that your child can have a successful day at school. If your child is not in dress code, you will receive a phone call from the school so that you can bring the appropriate clothing. If you are unable to come, a discipline infraction will be assigned. Possible consequences for repeated dress violations may include: Community Service, change schools, In-School Suspension, Parent Admin Conference.

Parent Summer Newsletter - August 18, 2024

Greetings Whitewater Middle School Families,
Happy Sunday! I hope this message finds you and your students well! On Friday, August 16th we welcomed our AMAZING staff back into the building! The staff is excited to welcome your scholars back to school on Monday, August 26th! Open House will be held this Wednesday, August 21st from 2:00 PM -- 4:30PM. Please see the flyer below for specific grade level times. We are ready to shower you with the C.R.O.W.N experience. Please review the information below so you are informed.

Technology Forms/Chromebook Agreements are NOW Digitial
On August 1st, Ms. Bailey sent the required technology forms through ParentSquare. Please complete the forms before attending Open House. This will ensure that your students get their assigned Chromebook as soon as possible.
Rising 6th Grade Gator Gear Up
Thank you to all the families that attended Gator Gear Up! We had a great time and an amazing turn out! Athletics Information

Online Registration:

All forms are now digital. All forms MUST be completed and submitted digitally to try-out. To register for sports you must use (Dragonfly) click HERE to fill out paperwork. Please choose ALL the sports that you think your child will play this year so that you will have to fill the forms out one time. All forms must be completed online, apart from the physical/examination form. The physical exam form must be given to your doctor to complete. Once the doctor has completed the form, you may hand deliver, fax, submit on dragonfly, or email to Athletic Director (Derwin Calhoun) before registration closes on Aug. 23rd.

The following sports will be offered in the Fall: Football, Volleyball, and Cheer.

Sports Physical:

Sports physicals are $25 at Fastmed. Please go to their website to register. www.fastmed.com/nchsaa

For any questions contact athletic director Derwin Calhoun at

(Derwinl.calhoun@cms.k12.nc.us)

Follow us on Instagram @whitewater_middle_athletics

Whitewater Middle School Athletics Links Page

Physical Forms

**Physicals must be uploaded and completed every 395 days (one year, plus one month). Expired physicals MUST be replaced with new physicals in DragonFly.

2023-24PPEForm_English.pdf

2023-24_PPE_Form__Spanish_.pdf

$25 Sports Physical Coupon Link

(Take these with you when you go to the doctor for your physical and then you will upload to DragonFly.)

DragonFly

All Dragonfly paperwork and physicals must be uploaded and 100% complete before the first day of tryouts. No exceptions.

Dragonfly Link: HERE

Fall Tryout Dates

August 26th-August 28th for the following sports -

7th and 8th grade students only

Volleyball

Football

Cheerleading

DragonFly Steps Signup Sheet

OPEN HOUSE
We are so excited to welcome you back for the 2024-2025 school year. Please join us for Open House on August 21, 2024. 6th Grade families are welcome from 2:00 - 3:30 pm and 7th/8th Grade families are welcome from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. At Open House, you will be able to meet your teachers, obtain your schedule, sign up for sports and robotics, get transportation information, and so much more! We can't wait to see you on Wednesday, August 21, 2024!

Bus Key Dates and Information

Bus information will be mailed to families on August 14th . However, families can access bus information starting Monday, August 12 through various digital platforms, ensuring timely and accessible information.

Here Comes The Bus app: Track bus location and schedule in real-time
AlphaPortal: Parents can sign up for an account to review and print their child’s boarding pass
Email: Contact CMS Transportation at transportation@cms.k12.nc.us for direct assistance
Phone: Call 980-343-6715 for bus information and over-the-phone support

Eligible students who are enrolled in CMS by August 1 and have registered for transportation services. Registered means the student has been entered in PowerSchool and requested transportation via the ’2024-25 Intent-to-Ride’ by 6:00 PM on August 1.	Should have a bus by Monday, August 26 (the first day of school)
Eligible students who have moved, had a change in PowerSchool, and have registered for transportation between August 2 and August 22.	Should have a bus by the afternoon bus ride Tuesday, August 27
Eligible students who have moved, had a change in PowerSchool, and have registered for transportation between August 23 and August 27	Should have a bus by the afternoon bus ride on Thursday, August 29
Eligible students who have moved, had a change in PowerSchool, and have registered for transportation between August 28 and August 30	Should have a bus by the afternoon bus ride on Wednesday, September 4

7th Grade Immunizations
The summer is a great time to schedule routine health care appointments for your students to include well visits and any updates on immunizations needed. Now is the time to prepare for next school year and confirm your student has all the required health services and immunizations. If your student is up to date on immunizations, they will only need additional vaccines when they enter 7th grade. Please provide your school with updated immunization records. Students have 30 calendar days from their first day of school to provide documentation of compliance or the principal must exclude them from school until the documentation is received. Please contact your health care provider or the local health department if your student needs vaccines. You can find more resources at the CMS website https://www.cmsk12.org/Page/714
WMS Dress Code
Whitewater Middle School is no longer a uniform school, however, we do have a dress code. Parents/Guardians we need your help. The biggest areas of concern are the crop shirts, slides, thigh ripped jeans, short-shorts and biker/spandex shorts. These are not allowed. Parents please review the full WMS Dress Code Presentation using this link: https://bit.ly/WMSDressCode. There are no exceptions to this expectation. Please follow this policy so that your child can have a successful day at school. If your child is not in dress code, you will receive a phone call from the school so that you can bring the appropriate clothing. If you are unable to come, a discipline infraction will be assigned. Possible consequences for repeated dress violations may include: Community Service, change schools, In-School Suspension, Parent Admin Conference. Thank you for your support.

WMS School Supply List

Parent Summer Newsletter- August 4, 2024

Greetings Whitewater Middle School Families,
I hope this message finds you and your students well, as you continue to enjoy your summer break! August is officially here and the staff at Whitewater Middle School are in full gear to prepare for your students' return on Monday, August 26th! It is our goal to continue to provide you with the CROWN experience and keep you informed of all things back to school. The summer building hours are over and the building will now be open Monday - Friday from 8:30 am - 4: 30 pm. Please review the information below so you are informed.
Technology Forms/Chromebook Agreements are NOW Digitial
On August 1st, Ms. Bailey sent the required technology forms through ParentSquare. Please complete the forms before attending Open House. This will ensure that your students get their assigned Chromebook as soon as possible.
Rising 6th Grade Gator Gear Up
Attention All Rising 6th Grade Scholars! Please join us for our annual Gator Gear Up on

Thursday, August 8th. Parents, this event is for students only. We will host two sessions on August 8th. The 1st session will take place from 10am -12pm and the 2nd session will take place from 1pm-3pm. Students will learn about what to expect in 6th grade here at Whitewater Middle School. Students will also learn about the classes they will take (full schedules will be given at Open House on August 21st), meet their teachers, meet new classmates and tour our wonderful campus. Please scan the QR code on the flier to register or you can register at this link https://bit.ly/814wms. Please contact Mrs. McDaniel if you have any questions. demetrusc.mcdaniel@cms.k12.nc.us

Athletics Information

Interest Meeting:

Fall Athletics Interest meeting was held on Thursday August 1st at 6:00 P.M. in the cafeteria for all 7th and 8th grade students interested in fall sports Football, Volleyball, and Cheer.

Online Registration:

All forms are now digital. All forms MUST be completed and submitted digitally to try-out. To register for sports you must use (Dragonfly) click HERE to fill out paperwork. Please choose ALL the sports that you think your child will play this year so that you will have to fill the forms out one time. All forms must be completed online, apart from the physical/examination form. The physical exam form must be given to your doctor to complete. Once the doctor has completed the form, you may hand deliver, fax, submit on dragonfly, or email to Athletic Director (Derwin Calhoun) before registration closes on Aug. 23rd.

The following sports will be offered in the Fall: Football, Volleyball, and Cheer.

Sports Physical:

Sports physicals are $25 at Fastmed. Please go to their website to register. www.fastmed.com/nchsaa

Summer Workouts:

Summer Workouts for Football, Volleyball, and Cheer will be held August 5th -9th and August 12th-15th from 4:30PM until 6:00PM. Sports physicals must be submitted before attending workouts.

For any questions contact athletic director Derwin Calhoun at

(Derwinl.calhoun@cms.k12.nc.us)

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Physical Forms

**Physicals must be uploaded and completed every 395 days (one year, plus one month). Expired physicals MUST be replaced with new physicals in DragonFly.

2023-24PPEForm_English.pdf

2023-24_PPE_Form__Spanish_.pdf

$25 Sports Physical Coupon Link

(Take these with you when you go to the doctor for your physical and then you will upload to DragonFly.)

DragonFly

All Dragonfly paperwork and physicals must be uploaded and 100% complete before the first day of tryouts. No exceptions.

Dragonfly Link: HERE

Fall Tryout Dates

August 26th-August 28th for the following sports -

7th and 8th grade students only

Volleyball

Football

Cheerleading

DragonFly Steps Signup Sheet

OPEN HOUSE
We are so excited to welcome you back for the 2024-2025 school year. Please join us for Open House on August 21, 2024. 6th Grade families are welcome from 2:00 - 3:30 pm and 7th/8th Grade families are welcome from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. At Open House, you will be able to meet your teachers, obtain your schedule, sign up for sports and robotics, get transportation information, and so much more! We can't wait to see you on Wednesday, August 21, 2024!

Bus Key Dates and Information

Bus information will be mailed to families on August 14th . However, families can access bus information starting Monday, August 12 through various digital platforms, ensuring timely and accessible information.

Here Comes The Bus app: Track bus location and schedule in real-time
AlphaPortal: Parents can sign up for an account to review and print their child’s boarding pass
Email: Contact CMS Transportation at transportation@cms.k12.nc.us for direct assistance
Phone: Call 980-343-6715 for bus information and over-the-phone support

Eligible students who are enrolled in CMS by August 1 and have registered for transportation services. Registered means the student has been entered in PowerSchool and requested transportation via the ’2024-25 Intent-to-Ride’ by 6:00 PM on August 1.	Should have a bus by Monday, August 26 (the first day of school)
Eligible students who have moved, had a change in PowerSchool, and have registered for transportation between August 2 and August 22.	Should have a bus by the afternoon bus ride Tuesday, August 27
Eligible students who have moved, had a change in PowerSchool, and have registered for transportation between August 23 and August 27	Should have a bus by the afternoon bus ride on Thursday, August 29
Eligible students who have moved, had a change in PowerSchool, and have registered for transportation between August 28 and August 30	Should have a bus by the afternoon bus ride on Wednesday, September 4

7th Grade Immunizations
The summer is a great time to schedule routine health care appointments for your students to include well visits and any updates on immunizations needed. Now is the time to prepare for next school year and confirm your student has all the required health services and immunizations. If your student is up to date on immunizations, they will only need additional vaccines when they enter 7th grade. Please provide your school with updated immunization records. Students have 30 calendar days from their first day of school to provide documentation of compliance or the principal must exclude them from school until the documentation is received. Please contact your health care provider or the local health department if your student needs vaccines. You can find more resources at the CMS website https://www.cmsk12.org/Page/714
WMS Dress Code
Whitewater Middle School is no longer a uniform school, however, we do have a dress code. Parents/Guardians we need your help. The biggest areas of concern are the crop shirts, slides, thigh ripped jeans, short-shorts and biker/spandex shorts. These are not allowed. Parents please review the full WMS Dress Code Presentation using this link: https://bit.ly/WMSDressCode. There are no exceptions to this expectation. Please follow this policy so that your child can have a successful day at school. If your child is not in dress code, you will receive a phone call from the school so that you can bring the appropriate clothing. If you are unable to come, a discipline infraction will be assigned. Possible consequences for repeated dress violations may include: Community Service, change schools, In-School Suspension, Parent Admin Conference. Thank you for your support.

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