Happy Sunday Gator Families, 

I hope everyone is safe and staying ​warm. Tomorrow we will operate on a regular schedule and scholars will take their ELA (reading) test. ​We had alot of missing chargers ​when we ​collected Chromebooks on Thursday. Please remind scholars to return their chargers tomorrow. We truly appreciate your continued support and partnership. This ​week will be a great ​week!

January Testing Schedule

January is a very busy time for testing, and we need your support to ensure scholars come to school on time every day. Please see the testing schedule below. 

• Jan. 13 - ELA (Reading benchmark) - Whole School
• Jan. 14 - Science Benchmark - 8th grade only
• Jan. 15 - Math  - Whole School
• Jan. 21 - ELA (Reading I-Ready) - Whole School
• Jan. 22 - Math I-Ready - Whole School

We are going to run all testing sessions like the End of Grade format, which means the whole school will test at the same time to ensure a secure testing environment with no disruptions. Testing will run from 9:30–12:30. Please make sure your scholar arrives at school one time. 

Chromebooks during Testing

Remeber, scholars will not be able to take their Chromebook home during the testing window from 1/9 - 1/22.   During this time scholars will report to their homerooms at the end of the day to turn in their Chromebook. Then scholars will pick up their Chromebook in the morning during homeroom time, so they will have access to it during the school day. Teachers will not assign homework during this time.  Scholars will resume taking Chromebooks home on 1/23. We need your support in making sure your scholars bring their Chromebook and charger to school on Thursday, January 9th. 

School Improvement Team Meeting

Please save the date to join the School Improvement Team meeting virtually on the following dates. 

• Thursday, January 30th @ 6PM - School Data Review

• Thursday, February 27th @ 6PM

• Thursday, March 27th @ 6PM

• Thursday, April 24th @ 6PM

• Thursday,May 29th @ 6PM

Valentine's Sweetheart Dance

Save the Date - Upcoming Events

• Multilingual Parent Night - Tuesday, January 28th @ 5:30PM (See flier below)
• Valentine's Dance - Thursday, February 13th (sponsored by the PTA)
• Campus Beautification Day - April 5th 
• International Night - Thursday, May 8th
• Spring Parent Student Lunch - Date To Be Determined

No Outside Food

Parents, please remember, NO outside food is allowed for scholars from 8:30 AM - 4:15PM. This includes food that is dropped off by parents. Also, remember that we have a strict policy against DoorDash and any food delivery services. They are not allowed under any circumstances. Food received will be donated to our wonderful staff. All food dropped off by parents must be in a lunch bag or box and must NOT be in any restaurant food packaging. 


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
We need your support! Please consider joining Whitewater Middle School PTA.  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.  

Set your ParentSquare Language Setting

Change Language Used by the App

To see how to change the language in the App (UI) and menus, visit:
-  https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204031 for iOS 
-  https://www.androidcentral.com/how-change-system-language-your-android-phone for Android

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 of this schoolwide 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 it. 

Happy Sunday Gator Families, 

We are thrilled to welcome you and your scholars back to Whitewater Middle School as we kick off an exciting and productive 2025! We hope your winter break was filled with rest, joy, and quality time with loved ones.

As we step into this new year, we’re energized by the incredible opportunities ahead for our scholars and school community. Our theme this year is “Game On – The Rebound,” and we are ready to tackle the second half of the school year with purpose and passion. Just like a championship team adjusts at halftime, we’ve taken the time to reflect, recharge, and prepare to finish strong.

This semester, we remain committed to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and a safe, supportive environment where every student can thrive. We are excited about the continued partnership with our parents and guardians, as your support plays a vital role in the success of your children and our school.

Thank you for entrusting us with your scholar’s education. Let’s work together to make 2025 a year of growth, achievement, and unforgettable memories.

Here’s to a fantastic start to the new year! Let’s go, Gators! 🐊💚 #GameOn #WMSStrong

Code of Conduct Reminder - Theft

As we return to school, we know many scholars may have received valuable gifts during the holidays, such as BEATS headphones and other high-priced items. While we understand the excitement of sharing these gifts, we strongly recommend that students refrain from bringing expensive belongings to school.
Please remember that the school is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Although we take measures to ensure the security of personal belongings—such as teachers locking classrooms when unattended—it is ultimately the students’ responsibility to keep their items safe. Additionally, students must respect their peers' belongings and avoid tampering with others’ property.
Theft is a serious matter. If a student is caught stealing, they will face significant consequences per the school’s Code of Conduct. Theft is also a criminal offense, and families may choose to press charges. In some cases, parents may also be held liable.
We ask that you remind your child to take precautions with their belongings and reinforce the importance of honesty and respect. If your child comes home with an item you didn’t purchase or that doesn’t belong to them, please ask questions and notify the school immediately.
Thank you for your partnership in fostering a safe and respectful environment at Whitewater Middle School. CMS Code of Conduct

Thank You! Gators Give Back!

Thank you for supporting our Student Government Association with our Gators Give Back collections.  We exceeded the collection goal because of your generosity. Ms. Ross' homeroom won the pizza party because they collected over 150 gloves. 

January Testing Schedule

January is a very busy time for testing, and we need your support to ensure scholars come to school everyday on time. Please see the testing schedule below. 

• Jan. 10 - Science Benchmark - 8th grade only
• Jan. 13 - ELA (Reading benchmark) - Whole School
• Jan. 15 - Math  - Whole School
• Jan. 21 - ELA (Reading I-Ready) - Whole School
• Jan. 22 - Math I-Ready - Whole School

We are going to run all testing sessions like the End of Grade format, which means the whole school will test at the same time to ensure a secure testing environment with no disruptions. Testing will run from 9:30–12:30. Please make sure your scholar arrives at school one time. 

Chromebooks during Testing

Scholars will not be able to take their Chromebook home during the testing window from 1/9–1/22.   During this time, scholars will report to their homerooms at the end of the day to turn in their Chromebook. Then scholars will pick up their Chromebook in the morning during homeroom time, so they will have access to it during the school day. Teachers will not assign homework during this time.  Scholars will resume taking Chromebooks home on 1/23. We need your support in making sure your scholar brings their Chromebook and charger to school on Thursday, January 9th. 

School Improvement Team Meeting

Please save the date to join the School Improvement Team meeting virtually on the following dates. 

• Thursday, January 30th @ 6PM - School Data Review

• Thursday, February 27th @ 6PM

• Thursday, March 27th @ 6PM

• Thursday, April 24th @ 6PM

• Thursday, May 29th @ 6PM

Save the Date - Upcoming Events

• Multilingual Parent Night - Tuesday, January 28th @ 5:30PM (See flier below)
• Valentine's Dance - Thursday , February 13th (sponsored by the PTA)
• Campus Beautification Day - April 5th 
• International Night - Thursday, May 8th
• Spring Parent Student Lunch - Date To Be Determined

No Outside Food

Parents, please remember, NO outside food is allowed for scholars from 8:30 AM - 4:15PM. This includes food that is dropped off by parents. Also, remember that we have a strict policy against Door Dash and any food delivery services. They are not allowed under any circumstances. Food received will be donated to our wonderful staff. All food dropped off by parents must be in a lunch bag or box and must NOT be in any restaurant food packaging. 


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
We need your support! Please consider joining 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.  

Set your ParentSquare Language Setting

Change Language Used by the App

To see how to change the language in the App (UI) and menus, visit:
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204031 for iOS 
- https://www.androidcentral.com/how-change-system-language-your-android-phone for Android

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, changes of 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 of this schoolwide 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 it. 

Happy New Year, Whitewater Family!

As we welcome 2025, we look forward to continuing our journey of growth, excellence, and collaboration. Thank you, parents and staff, for your unwavering dedication to our students and school community. Together, we will make this year one of success, joy, and opportunity for every child at Whitewater Middle School.

Here’s to a fantastic new year ahead!

Happy Sunday Gator Families, 

Happy Sunday! I hope everyone had a great weekend. Please see the updates below so you are informed. We have a busy week but an exciting week! #GoGators

Science Fair: Projects Due Wednesday, Dec. 11th.

Please continue to work on your science fair projects. Scholars that are participating have received their boards. It is not too late to start your project. We truly have some extraordinary scientific minds at Whitewater Middle School, and we are excited about our scholars showing their experiments. 

Our annual Science Fair is on December 11th, and now it is time for our scholars to begin preparation.  We are offering after-school support for scholars. Please use the link below to sign up for support. https://forms.gle/urCDwjKeQVvvZKW1A

All scholars that participate in the Science Fair will earn 

• Ticket to a Pizza Party with Principal Ward.

• Credit Boost of 10 points

• Extra Credit to go towards your Science Grade

***The Science Block that has the most participation will get a personlized fun event for their class. (Taki Time and Tech!)

CMS School Choice Lottery is OPEN

Completing the Program Choice Lottery application is a quick online process that will be open November 18th – January 3rd from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. In order to participate, you must first complete your registration to obtain an ID and PIN, so be sure to register as soon as possible. On the Program Choice Lottery application, you may apply for up to three options – ranked in order of which option is desired most. You are not required to choose 3 options, and we encourage you to only apply for those that you have fully explored and truly desire. CLICK HERE TO APPLY

 Magnet/STEM Night is this Wednesday!

Families, please join us on Wednesday, December 11th, from 5:30 PM - 7:30PM for our annual Magnet/STEM Night. This is a night you do not want to miss. Food will be served! 

• 8th Grade Magnet Fair - Learn more about High School Lottery Options
• Science Fair Showcase - See the Science Fair Projects submitted by our scholars. Judging will take place. 
• Art Gallery Showcase - See the artistic masterpieces by our Art Scholars. 
• Rising 6th Grade - Magnet Open House
• Community Vendors and much more!

Winter Break - Dates

December 19, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

Meeting Link HERE Meeting ID: 224 378 777 283  Passcode: ANhVVR or

No Outside Food

Parents, please remember, NO outside food is allowed for scholars from 8:30 AM - 4:15PM. This includes food that is dropped off by parents. Also, remember that we have a strict policy against Door Dash and any food delivery services. They are not allowed under any circumstances. Food received will be donated to our wonderful staff. All food dropped off by parents must be in a lunch bag or box and must NOT be in any restaurant food packaging. 

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
We need your support! Please consider joining 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.  

Set your Parent Square Language Setting

Change Language Used by the App

To see how to change the language in the App (UI) and menus, visit:
-  https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204031 for iOS 
-  https://www.androidcentral.com/how-change-system-language-your-android-phone for Android

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 schoolwide 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. 

Happy December Gator Families, 

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving break filled with family, joy, and rest. As we return for the next three weeks leading up to winter break, our team is laser-focused on fostering academic excellence and ensuring accountability in every aspect of our school community. This is a critical time for our students as we work together to finish the semester strong. We ask for your continued support in reinforcing the importance of attendance, engagement, and effort both at school and at home.  Thank you for partnering with us to help your child succeed. Let’s make these next few weeks productive and rewarding for everyone!

Science Fair: Projects Due Monday, Dec. 9th.

Please continue to work on your science fair projects. Scholars that are participating have recieved their boards. It is not too late to start your project. We truly have some extraordinary scientific minds at Whitewater Middle School and we excited for our scholars to showcase their experiments. 

Our annual Science Fair on December 11th and now it is time for our scholars to begin preparation.  We are offering after school supports for schoalrs. Please use the link below to sign up for support. https://forms.gle/urCDwjKeQVvvZKW1A

All scholars that participate in Science Fair will earn 

• Ticket to a Pizza Party with Principal Ward.

• Credit Boost of 10 points

• Extra Credit to go towards your Science Grade

***The Science Block that has the most participation will get a personlized fun event for their class. (Taki Time and Tech!)

CMS School Choice Lottery is OPEN

Completing the Program Choice Lottery application is a quick online process that will be open November 18th – January 3rd from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. In order to participate you must first complete your registration to obtain an ID and PIN, so be sure to register as soon as possible. On the Program Choice Lottery application, you may apply for up to three options – ranked in order of which option is desired most. You are not required to choose 3 options and we encourage you to only apply for those that you have fully explored and truly desire. CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Save the Date! Magnet/STEM Night

Families please save the date of Wednesday, December 11th from 5:30 PM - 7:30PM for our annual Magnet/STEM Night. This is a night you do not want to miss1

• 8th Grade Magnet Fair - Learn more about High School Lottery Options
• Science Fair Showcase - See the Science Fair Projects submitted by our scholars. Judging will take place. 
• Art Gallery Showcase - See the artistic master pieces from our Art Scholars. 
• Rising 6th Grade - Magnet Open House
• Community Vendors and much more!

December 19, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

Meeting Link HERE Meeting ID: 224 378 777 283  Passcode: ANhVVR or

No Outside Food

Parents please remember, NO outside food is allowed for scholars from 8:30 AM - 4:15PM. This includes food that is dropped off by parents. Alos, remember that we have a strict policy against door dash and any food delivery services. They are not allowed under any circumstances. Food received will be donated to our wonderful staff. All food dropped off by parents must be in a lunch bag or box and must NOT be in any restaurant food packaging. 

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.  

Set your ParentSquare Language Setting

Change Language Used by the App

To see how to change the language in the App (UI) and menus, visit:
-  https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204031 for iOS 
-  https://www.androidcentral.com/how-change-system-language-your-android-phone for Android

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. 

Happy Sunday Gator Families, 

I hope everyone had a great weekend.  A 5-day weekend is quickly approaching us. We are going to make these next two days very impactful. We are focused on making every instructional minute count at Whitewater Middle School.  At Whitewater Middle School we are grateful for the support we get from our parents and the entire school community. We want to wish everyone a safe holiday break.

Science Fair: Projects Due Monday, Dec. 9th.

Please continue to work on your science fair projects. Scholars that are participating have recieved their boards. It is not too late to start your project. We truly have some extraordinary scientific minds at Whitewater Middle School and we excited for our scholars to showcase their experiments. 

Our annual Science Fair on December 11th and now it is time for our scholars to begin preparation.  We are offering after school supports for schoalrs. Please use the link below to sign up for support. https://forms.gle/urCDwjKeQVvvZKW1A

All scholars that participate in Science Fair will earn 

• Ticket to a Pizza Party with Principal Ward.

• Credit Boost of 10 points

• Extra Credit to go towards your Science Grade

***The Science Block that has the most participation will get a personlized fun event for their class. (Taki Time and Tech!)

CMS School Choice Lottery is OPEN

Completing the Program Choice Lottery application is a quick online process that will be open November 18th – January 3rd from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. In order to participate you must first complete your registration to obtain an ID and PIN, so be sure to register as soon as possible. On the Program Choice Lottery application, you may apply for up to three options – ranked in order of which option is desired most. You are not required to choose 3 options and we encourage you to only apply for those that you have fully explored and truly desire. CLICK HERE TO APPLY

PTA Gobble-Gram Sales

The WMS PTA will be sponsoring a Gobble Grams Candy-Gram drive Wednesday 11/20-Friday 11/22. Students can purchase a $1 air head candies and a gratitude note to send to classmates, friends, family members or staff members. Candy-grams will be delivered to students during their in their 4th block on Monday, November 25th. Payments can be made in cash, card or tap to pay.

Save the Date! Magnet/STEM Night

Families please save the date of Wednesday, December 11th from 5:30 PM - 7:30PM for our annual Magnet/STEM Night. This is a night you do not want to miss1

• 8th Grade Magnet Fair - Learn more about High School Lottery Options
• Science Fair Showcase - See the Science Fair Projects submitted by our scholars. Judging will take place. 
• Art Gallery Showcase - See the artistic master pieces from our Art Scholars. 
• Rising 6th Grade - Magnet Open House
• Community Vendors and much more!

December 19, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

Meeting Link HERE Meeting ID: 224 378 777 283  Passcode: ANhVVR  or

No Outside Food

Parents please remember, NO outside food is allowed for scholars from 8:30 AM - 4:15PM. This includes food that is dropped off by parents. Alos, remember that we have a strict policy against door dash and any food delivery services. They are not allowed under any circumstances. Food received will be donated to our wonderful staff. All food dropped off by parents must be in a lunch bag or box and must NOT be in any restaurant food packaging. 

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.  

Set your ParentSquare Language Setting

Change Language Used by the App

To see how to change the language in the App (UI) and menus, visit:
-  https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204031 for iOS 
-  https://www.androidcentral.com/how-change-system-language-your-android-phone for Android

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. 

Happy Sunday Gator Families, 

I hope everyone had a great weekend.  We are ready for another week of great teaching and learning. 

PTA Gobble-Gram Sales

The WMS PTA will be sponsoring a Gobble Grams Candy-Gram drive Wednesday 11/20-Friday 11/22. Students can purchase a $1 bag of fun size skittles and a gratitude note to send to classmates, friends, family members or staff members. Candy-grams will be delivered to students during their in their 4th block on Monday, November 25th. Payments can be made in cash, card or tap to pay.

Save the Date! Magnet/STEM Night

Families please save the date of Wednesday, December 11th from 5:30 PM - 7:30PM for our annual Magnet/STEM Night. This is a night you do not want to miss1

• 8th Grade Magnet Fair - Learn more about High School Lottery Options
• Science Fair Showcase - See the Science Fair Projects submitted by our scholars. Judging will take place. 
• Art Gallery Showcase - See the artistic master pieces from our Art Scholars. 
• Rising 6th Grade - Magnet Open House
• Community Vendors and much more!

November 21, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

December 19, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

Meeting Link HERE Meeting ID: 224 378 777 283  Passcode: ANhVVR  or

Science Fair: Projects Due Monday, Dec. 9th.

Whitewater Middle School will host our annual Science Fair on December 11th and now it is time for our scholars to begin preparation.  We are offering after school supports for schoalrs. Please use the link below to sign up for support. https://forms.gle/urCDwjKeQVvvZKW1A

All scholars that participate in Science Fair will earn 

• Ticket to a Pizza Party with Principal Ward.

• Credit Boost of 10 points

• Extra Credit to go towards your Science Grade

***The Science Block that has the most participation will get a personlized fun event for their class. (Taki Time and Tech!)

No Outside Food

Parents please remember, NO outside food is allowed for scholars from 8:30 AM - 4:15PM. This includes food that is dropped off by parents. Alos, remember that we have a strict policy against door dash and any food delivery services. They are not allowed under any circumstances. Food received will be donated to our wonderful staff. All food dropped off by parents must be in a lunch bag or box and must NOT be in any restaurant food packaging. 

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.  

Set your ParentSquare Language Setting

Change Language Used by the App

To see how to change the language in the App (UI) and menus, visit:
-  https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204031 for iOS 
-  https://www.androidcentral.com/how-change-system-language-your-android-phone for Android

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. 

Happy Sunday Gator Families, 

I hope everyone had a great weekend. Happy Veterans Day! On Veterans Day, we take a moment to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Their dedication and sacrifices ensure our freedoms and safety. Let’s show our gratitude by remembering their service and sharing our appreciation with veterans in our community.

No School Monday, due to Veterans Days

Thank you for Supporting the PTA's Double Good Popcorn fundraiser! The PTA raised $4,325.00!

Save the Date! Magnet/STEM Night

Families please save the date of Wednesday, December 11th from 5:30 PM - 7:30PM for our annual Magnet/STEM Night. This is a night you do not want to miss1

• 8th Grade Magnet Fair - Learn more about High School Lottery Options
• Science Fair Showcase - See the Science Fair Projects submitted by our scholars. Judging will take place. 
• Art Gallery Showcase - See the artistic master pieces from our Art Scholars. 
• Rising 6th Grade - Magnet Open House
• Community Vendors and much more!

November 21, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

December 19, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

Meeting Link HERE Meeting ID: 224 378 777 283  Passcode: ANhVVR  or

No Outside Food

Parents please remember, NO outside food is allowed for scholars from 8:30 AM - 4:15PM. This includes food that is dropped off by parents. Alos, remember that we have a strict policy against door dash and any food delivery services. They are not allowed under any circumstances. Food received will be donated to our wonderful staff. All food dropped off by parents must be in a lunch bag or box and must NOT be in any restaurant food packaging. 


Science Fair: Projects Due Monday, Dec. 9th.
Whitewater Middle School will host our annual Science Fair on December 11th and now it is time for our scholars to begin preparation. Last year, Whitewater Middle School sent 3 scholars to the Regional Science Fair, where they competed among other students across various counties. Last year we had over 150 projects submitted and we are looking to double that number. The Science Fair is open to all 6th, 7th, 8th grade scholars. 

All scholars that participate in Science Fair will earn 

• Ticket to a Pizza Party with Principal Ward.

• Credit Boost of 10 points

• Extra Credit to go towards your Science Grade

***The Science Block that has the most participation will get a personlized fun event for their class. (Taki Time and Tech!)

7th and 8th grade Scholars ONLY

Basketball Workouts: 

Basketball workouts will be held on October 28th and October 30th after school until 6:00PM.  Sports physicals must be submitted before attending workouts. 

Basketball Tryout Information:

• Boys Basketball tryouts will be held November 12th-14th. 

• All physicals and Dragonfly forms must be completed before tryouts no exemption.  Dragonfly 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, or submit on dragonfly, or email to Athletic Director (Derwin Calhoun) before registration closes on NOV. 6th.

The following sports will be offered in the Winter: Girls Basketball And Boys Basketball

Student Eligibility:
All Students must have a 2.0 GPA 

Sports Physical:

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

Basketball Parent Meeting: ( Mandatory)

Students who make the team will have a parent meeting on November 21st at 6P.M. We will discuss basketball information and logistics. The basketball team fee will be due on this day of $130 for uniform and hoodie. 

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.  

Set your ParentSquare Language Setting

Change Language Used by the App

To see how to change the language in the App (UI) and menus, visit:
-  https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204031 for iOS 
-  https://www.androidcentral.com/how-change-system-language-your-android-phone for Android

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. 

Happy Sunday Gator Families, 

At Whitewater Middle School, we pride ourselves on the unwavering commitment we have for ensuring our scholars are receiving a high quality educational experience! We are ready for a week that will embody PERSEVERANCE as we analyze benchmark data and create focused plans to ensure the growth and achievement of ALL scholars at Whitewater Middle School. 

Red Ribbon Week
Join us as we celebrate Red Ribbon week and say no to drugs.
Monday - Wear RED
Tuesday - Sign the Pledge in Homeroom
Wednesday - Show spirit and wear gator gear or your gator green (Early Release)
Thursday - Wear your your favorite camouflage attire - No COSTUMES!
Friday - Hat Day
Early Release Reminder- Oct. 30th
Wednesday, October 30th is an Early Release Day for all CMS Schools. School will be dismissed at 1:15PM. 

Thank You! - District Benchmark Assessments -  We made 95% Participation
Parents and Caregivers, Thank you for ensuring that your scholar came to school on testing days. We made it to 95% by Thursday. We will continue make-up testing this week, until we make our goal of 100% participation.  You will receive benchmark reports with your scholar's report cards  November 19th. 

School Improvement Team Meeting - New Dates for October, November, and December due to Holiday breaks.

Usually our School Improvement Team and Parent Teacher Association meets on the 4th Thursday at 6pm, but due to the upcoming holidays we need to change the days for these meetings. Remember these meetings are held virtually. Please see the new dates below. 

October 30, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

November 21, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

December 19, 2024

• School Improvement Team  @ 6:00PM
• Parent Teacher Association @ 6:30PM

Meeting Link HERE Meeting ID: 224 378 777 283  Passcode: ANhVVR  or

Save the Date! Magnet/STEM Night

Families please save the date of Wednesday, December 11th from 5:30 PM - 7:30PM for our annual Magnet/STEM Night. This is a night you do not want to miss1

• 8th Grade Magnet Fair - Learn more about High School Lottery Options
• Science Fair Showcase - See the Science Fair Projects submitted by our scholars. Judging will take place. 
• Art Gallery Showcase - See the artistic master pieces from our Art Scholars. 
• Rising 6th Grade - Magnet Open House
• Community Vendors and much more!

Saturday Robotics
Wednesday is the last day to register your scholar for the Saturday Robotics program. Transportation is not provided. We are excited to offer a new STEM focused opportunity to our scholars. We are partnering with 100 Men to host a 6 week Robotics Prorgam at Whitewater Middle School. We only have 20 slots and transportation is not provided.  The Lego Robotics WORKSHOP will be HELD ON SATURDAYS 1-3PM . DATES: 11/2, 11/16, 12/7, 12/14, 1/11, 1/25

The program will conclude with a Competition and Showcase!

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE SIGN UP AND SUBMIT APPLICATION BY OCTOBER 30th. The application is attached to this message. If you can not print the packet, please respond to this message and we will send home a packet with your scholar. 

No Outside Food
Parents please remember, NO outside food is allowed for scholars from 8:30 AM - 4:15PM. This includes food that is dropped off by parents. Alos, remember that we have a strict policy against door dash and any food delivery services. They are not allowed under any circumstances. Food received will be donated to our wonderful staff. All food dropped off by parents must be in a lunch bag or box and must NOT be in any restaurant food packaging. 


Science Fair
Whitewater Middle School will host our annual Science Fair on December 11th and now it is time for our scholars to begin preparation. Last year, Whitewater Middle School sent 3 scholars to the Regional Science Fair, where they competed among other students across various counties. Last year we had over 150 projects submitted and we are looking to double that number. The Science Fair is open to all 6th, 7th, 8th grade scholars. 

All scholars that participate in Science Fair will earn 

• Ticket to a Pizza Party with Principal Ward.

• Credit Boost of 10 points

• Extra Credit to go towards your Science Grade

***The Science Block that has the most participation will get a personlized fun event for their class. (Taki Time and Tech!)

Parent Teacher Association - Save the Date

• Next PTA meeting will be Oct. 30 at 6:30 PM (Virtual)
• Open PTA Open Positions
  • Membership Lead
  • Secretary
• 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! :)

Attendance Matter - School Wide Attendance Challenge

7th and 8th grade Scholars ONLY

Basketball Workouts: 

Basketball workouts will be held on October 28th and October 30th after school until 6:00PM.  Sports physicals must be submitted before attending workouts. 

Basketball Tryout Information:

• Girls Basketball tryouts will be held November 6th-8th.

• Boys Basketball tryouts will be held November 12th-14th. 

All physicals and Dragonfly forms must be completed before tryouts no exemption. 

 Dragonfly 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, or submit on dragonfly, or email to Athletic Director (Derwin Calhoun) before registration closes on NOV. 6th.

The following sports will be offered in the Winter: Girls Basketball And Boys Basketball

Student Eligibility:
All Students must have a 2.0 GPA 

Sports Physical:

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

Basketball Parent Meeting: ( Mandatory)

Students who make the team will have a parent meeting on November 21st at 6P.M. We will discuss basketball information and logistics. The basketball team fee will be due on this day of $130 for uniform and hoodie. 

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.  

Set your ParentSquare Language Setting

Change Language Used by the App

To see how to change the language in the App (UI) and menus, visit:
-  https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204031 for iOS 
-  https://www.androidcentral.com/how-change-system-language-your-android-phone for Android

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.