Weston Middle School Families,
We have mailed out grades for 6th-8th graders. Please check for those in your mail and if you haven't received them by the end of the week, let us know.
Amazon Web Services Girls’ Tech Day is going virtual this year! We hope your students will join us on a magical and adventurous journey to explore Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Coding, Virtual Reality, Robotics, and more! This complimentary event will inspire and motivate girls and young women, ages 8-24, to develop and pursue their interests in technology.
Girls’ Tech Day includes:
Speaker Sessions – Learn about the experiences of students and women in technology.
Interactive Coding Sessions – Compose a melody, code virtual models to walk a runway, program an online robot, or build avatars using artificial intelligence.
Fun with STEAM – Create magic with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Mathematics), download the Girls’ Tech Day playlist, and much more.
Activities are designed so that students can go at their own pace, and join the event as many times as they like between November 14 – 28. Our program also supports teachers and staff who want to participate with their classes, girls’ tech groups and clubs.
Only parents or guardians may register participants under the age of 18. All activities require an electronic device like a computer or mobile phone with Internet connection.
Registration is now open, and simple. To register, visit: http://www.cvent.com/events/aws-girls-tech-day/event-summary-bd517818d92949a99198c428f7b8a8bf.aspx . If you would like to learn more about Girls’ Tech Day, and AWS InCommunities, check out the website, https://aws.amazon.com/what-is-aws/?nc2=h_ql_le_int .
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There are still spaces available for Athena-Weston School District's preschool! If your child is three or four years old as of September 1st, you may qualify for this free preschool program in our community. Go to www.bluemountainkids.org to apply!
Attention WMS 8th grade parents. We will host an 8th grade parent Q and A Zoom session Thursday, October 1st from 6 pm to 7 pm. Please locate the link in your child's Google Classroom, and join us so that we can answer your questions and offer support. The link will be posted approximately 30 minutes before the start of the Zoom Q & A. During the meeting, parents should post questions in the chat, and we will answer them so everyone can hear.
Attention WMS 7th grade parents. We will host a 7th grade parent Q and A Zoom session Wednesday, September 30th from 6 pm to 7 pm. Please locate the link in your child's Google Classroom, and join us so that we can answer your questions and offer support. The link will be posted approximately 30 minutes before the start of the Zoom Q & A. During the meeting, parents should post questions in the chat, and we will answer them so everyone can hear.
Athena Weston School District internet is back up! Let the learning commence!
Athena Weston School District internet access is currently down. We know that it is a provider issue. Teachers are going to try to find internet access to continue with zooms today. We will keep you posted.
Attention WMS 5th grade parents. We will host a 5th grade parent Q and A Zoom session today Wednesday, September 23rd from 6 pm to 7 pm. Please locate the link in your child's home room Google Classroom, and join us so that we can answer your questions and offer support. The link will be posted approximately 30 minutes before the start of the Zoom Q & A. During the meeting, parents should post questions in the chat, and we will answer them so everyone can hear.
Great news TigerScots! WMHS has figured out sports' practice times. We will be starting with spring sports. For specific times, please contact the coach or the high school at 541-566-3555. The Waiver of Liability for COVID-19 form must be filled out prior to the first practice. This form is available for download on the high school website under the Sports Home page or the Sports Forms page. It is also available in print form at the high school. The following are the current days for each of the spring sports.
Monday and Wednesday: Softball, Baseball, Track, Boys Tennis
Tuesday and Thursday: Softball, Girls Tennis,Track (Tuesday)
Weight room: Open from 6:30pm to 7:30 pm each day.
Looking forward to seeing you all!
Attention WMS 4th grade parents. We will host a 4th grade parent Q and A Zoom session today Tuesday, September 22nd from 6 pm to 7 pm. Please locate the link in your child's home room Google Classroom, and join us so that we can answer your questions and offer support. The link will be posted approximately 30 minutes before the start of the Zoom Q & A. During the meeting, parents should post questions in the chat, and we will answer them so everyone can hear.
Attention WMS 4th and 5th grade parents. We will host a 4th grade parent Q and A Zoom session this coming Tuesday, September 22nd from 6 pm to 7 pm. We will then host a 5th grade parent Q & A Zoom session on Wednesday, September 23rd from 6 pm to 7 pm. Please locate the link in your child's Google Classroom, and join us so that we can answer your questions and offer support. The link will be posted approximately 30 minutes before the start of the Zoom Q & A in your child's Google Classroom Streams. During the meeting, parents should post questions in the chat, and we will answer them so everyone can hear. Stay tuned for other grade level zoom dates and times.
Good afternoon TigerScots! Students who need to pick up materials, usb drives, or textbooks, we have all your supplies in the main lobby for pick up. The door will be open to students from 7:30am-4:00pm. This is only the very front door and not the inside door. Have a wonderful day!
Weston-McEwen FFA and the Athena-Weston School District are excited to announce our two American FFA Degree recipients for 2020! Amie Coffman and Patton Wright have worked tirelessly to earn the highest degree that FFA can bestow. American FFA Degree recipients show promise for the future and have gone above and beyond to achieve excellence.
Attention WMS 6th grade parents.
Mrs. Vescio, Mrs. Watson, and Ms. Doremus will host a 6th grade parent Q and A Zoom session this Thursday from 6pm to 7pm. Please locate the link in your child's math or ELA Google Classroom, and join us so that we can answer your questions and offer support. The link will be posted approximately 30 minutes before the start of the Zoom Q & A in your child's Math and ELA Google Classroom Streams. During the meeting, parents should post questions in the chat, and Mrs. Watson and Ms. Doremus will answer your questions. Stay tuned for other grade level zoom dates and times.
Attention WMS Parents,
Due to rapidly deteriorating air quality, we will not be collecting student work this afternoon Friday, September 11th. We will resume work drop off and pick up on Monday, September 14th at the Wallace street doors between 12-6 pm.
We are excited to announce that beginning Wednesday, September 9th, individual lunch pick up will begin for children 1 year to 18 years old. Meals will be provided at no cost for the entire district. Pick up locations are Athena Elementary School and Weston Middle School (Wallace Street cafeteria door) Monday through Fridays (excluding holidays) from 11 am to 1230 pm. If your family is unable to pick up daily meals, please contact Karen Webb at 541-566-3581 or karen.webb@athwestsd.org to discuss other options. If possible, please provide an accurate count so we can serve all.
Attention WMS Parents,
If you requested paper packets during your orientation meeting, they can be picked up today Tuesday, September 8th from 3 pm to 6 pm at the Wallace street entrance to the Middle School. If you live on the mountain or river bus routes, your packets will be delivered to you today. You may also pick up your 6th grade ukulele during this time if you haven't done so already. If you did not request paper packets during your orientation meeting, there is no need to come to the school today, all of your student's assignments will be online. Thank you and have a fantastic first day of school!
Weston Middle School students who are interested in participating in OBOB please email Mrs. Fun at Kati.Funderburk@athwestsd.org so she can invite you to the OBOB google classroom.