Wurtland Middle

WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL THANKFULS: DALTON BAKER Dalton shares that he is thankful for Mr. Scott Bowling. Dalton notes that Mr. Bowling has taught him so much. He appreciates that Mr. Bowling lets him be a hands-on learner in Industrial Arts. We are glad that Dalton is learning so many great skills from Mr. Bowling! We are thankful for him, too! Why are you thankful for Wurtland Middle School this year? Is there a teacher that offers you and/or your family support? Is there a secretary who always calls to check on you when you are absent? Is there an adult in the building who always makes sure that you have what you and/or your family need or offers you a kind word? OR has there been a specific event for which you are thankful that has happened at Wurtland Middle School? Share your gratitude. We invite parents, students, and community members to participate! We'd love to share gratitudes in the spirit of giving thanks this holiday season! Please take a moment and complete the linked Google Form: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSckY1uFNg40v8.../viewform This week, we'll continue sharing gratitudes with each of you.

MARSHALL UNIVERSITY MIDDLE SCHOOL HONORS BAND FESTIVAL On Friday, several of our Wildcats had the opportunity to participate in the Marshall University Honors Band. We are so proud of them! https://www.youtube.com/live/200DiQCbgzE?si=KvxtWWe0OEcT2v_G

WILDCAT OF THE WEEK Mr. Scott Bowling shares that William has done a great job as a shop manager this year! He has helped students learn how to properly use tools and helped them to complete many of their first projects of the year. Great job, William! Keep building!

COLLEAGUE CREDIT Mrs. Rebecca Spencer shares that our cafeteria staff is deserving of this week's Colleague Credit! These ladies worked tirelessly to cook and serve an amazing Thanksgiving holiday meal. They take pride in their work and present it with kindness. They filled plates and hearts with love! Thank you, ladies!

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION STUDENTS OF THE WEEK Mrs. Alex Young shares that she is so proud of the students who recently represented Wurtland Middle School at the West Virginia Makes Festival. From selling products to capturing the day through multiple media platforms, our students showed their Wildcat Pride! Great work, Addison Daniels, Olivia Lucas, Madelyn Johnson, Rylan Troxler, Taylor Phillips, Layla Moore, and Mason Porter!

WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL THANKFULS: TUCKER MELVIN Tucker shares that he is thankful for Mr. Isaac Sherman. Tucker notes, "I am thankful for Mr. Sherman because he is always nice to everyone. I like when he puts on music in physical education because he plays music that I like." We are glad that Tucker has someone like Mr. Sherman to keep learning fun and interesting! We are thankful for him, too! Why are you thankful for Wurtland Middle School this year? Is there a teacher that offers you and/or your family support? Is there a secretary who always calls to check on you when you are absent? Is there an adult in the building who always makes sure that you have what you and/or your family need or offers you a kind word? OR has there been a specific event for which you are thankful that has happened at Wurtland Middle School? Share your gratitude. We invite parents, students, and community members to participate! We'd love to share gratitudes in the spirit of giving thanks this holiday season! Please take a moment and complete the linked Google Form: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSckY1uFNg40v8.../viewform This week, we'll spend time sharing gratitudes with each of you.

THE BRACKET IS READY... Stay close to our social media accounts after the Thanksgiving holiday! It's almost time for our annual door decorating tournament. Classes will be competing for a special reward, and a new round of voting will occur each day. We can't wait to invite you to join our fun!

ALL-DISTRICT BAND Please join us in congratulating Kennedy Melvin and Josie Geyer! These two young ladies were named to all-district band. We are proud of their efforts!

WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL THANKFULS: JUDE IMEL Jude Imel shares that he is thankful for Mrs. Long. Jude notes that Mrs. Long "is caring and thoughtful". He adds, "If we need, we can come and talk to her. That's why she does mental health checks with us." We are glad that Jude has someone like Mrs. Long who has an ear to listen! We are thankful for her, too! Why are you thankful for Wurtland Middle School this year? Is there a teacher that offers you and/or your family support? Is there a secretary who always calls to check on you when you are absent? Is there an adult in the building who always makes sure that you have what you and/or your family need or offers you a kind word? OR has there been a specific event for which you are thankful that has happened at Wurtland Middle School? Share your gratitude. We invite parents, students, and community members to participate! We'd love to share gratitudes in the spirit of giving thanks this holiday season! Please take a moment and complete the linked Google Form: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSckY1uFNg40v8.../viewform This week, we'll spend time sharing gratitudes with each of you.

CHRISTMAS DRAMA PERFORMANCES This year, we're very excited to share that our Wurtland WildCast is preparing two performances for the holiday season! Please join us on Wednesday, December 18, at 1:00 p.m. as our students perform. "The Gingerbread Dude" When Santa Claus's Christmas Eve snack escapes the oven, the chase is on! With one sassy cookie and a narrator who keeps getting carried away, this Christmas play brings a gingerbread-man twist that everyone is certain to enjoy! "A Christmas Idol" In this play, Santa decides he is ready to hand his duties to someone else. While everyone disapproves, a panel of judges decide to interview contestants who might be fit for the job. Who will be the next Santa Claus?!

WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL THANKFULS: CHESNEY WHITLOCK Chesney shares that she is thankful for Officer Elliott Gollihue! Chesney notes, "He always knows how to put a smile on someone's face and is always there when you need someone to listen!" We are grateful that Chesney has someone like Officer Gollihue to keep her smiling! We are thankful for him, too! Why are you thankful for Wurtland Middle School this year? Is there a teacher that offers you and/or your family support? Is there a secretary who always calls to check on you when you are absent? Is there an adult in the building who always makes sure that you have what you and/or your family need or offers you a kind word? OR has there been a specific event for which you are thankful that has happened at Wurtland Middle School? Share your gratitude. We invite parents, students, and community members to participate! We'd love to share gratitudes in the spirit of giving thanks this holiday season! Please take a moment and complete the linked Google Form: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSckY1uFNg40v8.../viewform This week, we'll spend time sharing gratitudes with each of you.

WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL THANKFULS: GABRIEL DRAY Gabriel shares that he is thankful for Mrs. Spencer. He notes that Mrs. Spencer recently worked with him individually to help improve a bad grade. We are so glad that Gabriel has a teacher like Mrs. Spencer in his life! We are thankful for her, too! Why are you thankful for Wurtland Middle School this year? Is there a teacher that offers you and/or your family support? Is there a secretary who always calls to check on you when you are absent? Is there an adult in the building who always makes sure that you have what you and/or your family need or offers you a kind word? OR has there been a specific event for which you are thankful that has happened at Wurtland Middle School? Share your gratitude. We invite parents, students, and community members to participate! We'd love to share gratitudes in the spirit of giving thanks this holiday season! Please take a moment and complete the linked Google Form: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSckY1uFNg40v8.../viewform This week, we'll spend time sharing gratitudes with each of you.

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT

SHADOW THE WILDCAT WAY DAY Today was our first Shadow the Wildcat Way Day! We had a great group of individuals with us today who can now share our story! While, with the busyness of the day, we only captured a few pictures of a few of our teams, we truly cannot express enough gratitude to those who joined us today! We've said it before; we're saying it again; and we'll continue to say it: IT'S A GREAT DAY TO BE A WILDCAT!

FESTIVAL OF TREES Our product display is set at the Festival of Trees. Please stop at the reception area and support our students. We spy some amazing Christmas gifts!

TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS SPIRIT The Twelve Days of Christmas Spirit are quickly approaching! Make sure to plan accordingly to share your holiday excitement!

WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL THANKFULS: DAWNI GRAY Dawni is THANKFUL this holiday season! Dawni shares that she is very thankful for her choral director, Mrs. Andrea Daniels! She loves the humor that Mrs. Daniels brings to class. Dawni shares, "If you're singing the wrong part and you can't do the right part, she will help you! XOXO. Love you, Mrs. Daniels!" We are so glad that Dawni has a teacher she can admire like Mrs. Daniels, and we are thankful for her, too! Why are you thankful for Wurtland Middle School this year? Is there a teacher that offers you and/or your family support? Is there a secretary who always calls to check on you when you are absent? Is there an adult in the building who always makes sure that you have what you and/or your family need or offers you a kind word? OR has there been a specific event for which you are thankful that has happened at Wurtland Middle School? Share your gratitude. We invite parents, students, and community members to participate! We'd love to share gratitudes in the spirit of giving thanks this holiday season! Please take a moment and complete the linked Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckY1uFNg40v83e-b3nVZXTAAanh3fJJA3lVuYvBjJ_rPBN4A/viewform This week, we'll spend time sharing gratitudes with each of you.

WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL THANKFULS: JOSHUA SPARKS Joshua is THANKFUL this holiday season! Joshua shares that he is very thankful for first responders who recently rushed to help his grandmother. He shares, "My mamaw is now home from the hospital, so I am grateful for them." We are so appreciative that Joshua recognizes the amazing contributions of first responders in our community. Why are you thankful for Wurtland Middle School this year? Is there a teacher that offers you and/or your family support? Is there a secretary who always calls to check on you when you are absent? Is there an adult in the building who always makes sure that you have what you and/or your family need or offers you a kind word? OR has there been a specific event for which you are thankful that has happened at Wurtland Middle School? Share your gratitude. We invite parents, students, and community members to participate! We'd love to share gratitudes in the spirit of giving thanks this holiday season! Please take a moment and complete the linked Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckY1uFNg40v83e-b3nVZXTAAanh3fJJA3lVuYvBjJ_rPBN4A/viewform This week, we'll spend time sharing gratitudes with each of you.

CULTURE AND CLIMATE COMMITTEE Mrs. Ciera Vanover worked to organize a student-based Culture and Climate Committee within our building. Last week, Principal Brandi Litteral, Assistant Principal Melissa Bowling, Guidance Counselor Jujuana Hieneman, and Mrs. Ciera Vanover met with the group. Students were selected to serve on the committee by their teachers. Students from each grade represented their peers to discuss "what is working" and "areas for improvement". They provided serious and meaningful feedback. Every voice matters at Wurtland Middle School!

FESTIVAL OF TREES Make sure to visit the Festival of Trees this year! Our career and technical education (CTE) classes will be selling many student-made products. The available selection will be filled with many potential Christmas gifts!