School of Innovation

COLLEAGUE CREDIT Ms. Bowling shares that Carla Moore is a champion at WMS! Over spring break, she spent three hours restoring life to bathroom floors, and the results speak for themselves. Carla works without ceasing, and she does so with a smile! Thank you, Carla!

WILDCATOK Go follow us on WildcaTok! Our students are working on a special project that will be appearing soon, and everyone will be Tokkin' about it!

1st PLACE SPORTSWEAR PROMOTION Limited Time: Save $7.00 on all baseball tees in the Wurtland Middle School spirit wear store through Sunday (4.16.23). Visit https://1stplacespiritwear.com/collection/38301/?style=Baseball+Tee

SPRING PICTURE DAY IS COMING! APRIL 18, 2023

SCHOOL-BASED DECISION MAKING COUNCIL NOMINATIONS We are currently accepting nominations for a parent representative to serve a one-year term on the School-Based Decision Making Council (SBDM) at Wurtland Middle School. Any parent with a child attending Wurtland Middle School throughout the 2023 - 2024 school year is eligible to be nominated for and elected to SBDM. SBDM representatives are required to attend a training session (six hours - new member, three hours - experienced member) and monthly meetings. NOMINATIONS Nominations will be due by April 19, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. If you would like to nominate a candidate, please e-mail the name to amy.shaffer@greenup.kyschools.us, complete this form, or contact Wurtland Middle School by phone (606.836.1023). ELECTIONS Parent elections will be held at Wurtland Middle School between April 24, 2023 and April 28, 2023 at Wurtland Middle School between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wurtland Middle School. LINK TO NOMINATION FORM https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k4Tb2UvThhau--HZtfxGMptJqgqRv3mg/view?usp=sharing

WHY WURTLAND? UNIQUE GRANT FUNDING Did you know that we are always pursuing exciting and unique grants to open new opportunities to our students? In the past year, we have secured a $6,000 technology grant, a $5,000 agriculture grant, a $7,000 Habitat for Humanity collaborative grant, and an art grant over $15,000. In addition, we've also received multiple smaller grants, ranging from Kentucky Farm Bureau to the Malt Beverage Educational Corporation. As a result of these multiple funding sources, our students are being provided with amazing opportunities to which others may not be exposed. Innovation is the way, and we're paving the road!

READER OF THE WEEK Mr. Bowling shares that Wyatt is currently reading several books and completing multiple Accelerated Reader tests each week! Keep up the great work, Wyatt! READERS ARE LEADERS AT WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL!

WRITER OF THE WEEK Mrs. Brumfield shares that Dylan loves to write stories. He is always willing to share his work and encourages others with his kindness and positivity. DYLAN IS DOING THINGS WRITE AT WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL!

WILDCAT OF THE WEEK Mrs. Brumfield shares that Tyler Holt is deserving of Wildcat of the Week for recently being a positive and supportive classmate. When many of his peers were worried about giving presentations, Tyler motivated everyone with kindness and encouragement.

COLLEAGUE CREDIT Ms. Scott shares that School Nurse Tara Adams is very deserving of recognition for her hard work and dedication within our school. She always goes out of her way to take care of students and staff, all while keeping a smile on her face. We're lucky to have her!

STATE ARCHERY TOURNAMENT Help us congratulate two archery rockstars, Aidan Whitlock and Josie Geyer! Both of these students scored above 250 at the state archery tournament. Last week, they received their official pins in recognition of their amazing accomplishments! Way to go!

STEM 3-D PRINTING Look at these treasures! Backpack charms, keychains, and locker magnets have all been designed and printed by our STEM visionaries. These are all available for purchase ($3.00 - $6.00). Reach out to Mrs. Miruka Williams for specific purchasing information.

A COMFY READING SPOT Students are enjoying the new mini-library and reading nook in Mrs. Tucker’s class. All of the books for this cozy corner were purchased through the KyCL literacy grant. Readers are leaders at Wurtland Middle School!

SOCIAL STUDIES EXPO Under the supervision of Mr. Horsley, many students spent time preparing their presentations for the upcoming social studies expo! We can't wait to learn about their amazing topics, ranging from early American history to the Underground Railroad.

THANK YOU! Our Wurtland Wonderland Family Night was a HUGE SUCCESS! It would not have happened without so many contributions from those around us. Help us thank each of those who so generously helped to make Thursday's event a reality! Your kindnesses are so very appreciated!

WURTLAND WONDERLAND FAMILY NIGHT It was an open house for the entire community! A collaboration between Wurtland Elementary and Wurtland Middle resulted in a beautiful, sunny evening filled with fun! We’re building for the better, and we’re building it TOGETHER!

WURTLAND WONDERLAND FAMILY EVENT When Wurtland Elementary and Wurtland Middle come together for ALL of our students, the results speak for themselves! The only way to help our kids to be successful is to do it TOGETHER! Check out the fun we’re having on our journey! ⬇️ https://www.dailyindependent.com/news/springtime-fun-at-wurtland-schools/article_701c6e36-d000-11ed-86cf-e77465a5fa2a.html

WHY WURTLAND? CAREER and TECHNICAL EDUCATION CLASSES As Kentucky continues to focus more and more on trades-based professions, we at Wurtland Middle School are working hard to expose students to a variety of career and technical education classes. Agriculture, industrial arts, journalism, health sciences, digital literacy, and career explorations are only a few of the pathways that our students can pursue. Our students are traveling new roads, and we're with them through every mile!

IT'S GAME DAY FOR OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL MUSKETEERS!

WHY WURTLAND? COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS Did you know that Wurtland Middle School has worked hard to build unique community partnerships? Last year, Wurtland Middle School became the first middle school in the country to collaborate with Habitat for Humanity. We are now receiving support from many local businesses, such as Sage & Root and Appalachian Folkology. What's more? We're even collaborating with our local carpenters' union! At Wurtland Middle School, we believe in collaborating, and our partners are helping to make a difference in the lives of our students!