Westside Middle School

Warrior Week Ahead: November 1–7 ❤️🤍
It’s a BIG week for our Warriors! Check out all that’s happening 👇

Sat, Nov 1 | 11 AM – Warrior Volleyball competes in the State Finals in Hot Springs
Mon, Nov 3 – WHS Band performs at the State Marching Contest in Little Rock
Mon, Nov 3 | 5 PM – Boys Basketball Red & White Game, Alumni Game, BBQ Meal & Activities (No passes accepted | Cash only)
Nov 6–7 – Cross Country competes at Sr. State in Lake Hamilton
Fri, Nov 7 | 6:15 PM – Senior Night for Football
Fri, Nov 7 | 7 PM – Football vs. Gosnell

Upcoming Dates to Remember:
Nov 24–28 – NO SCHOOL — Happy Thanksgiving!

🎶 Today is the FINAL DAY for the Westside Band Blanket Fundraiser! 🎶

Don’t miss your chance to order one of our super soft, extra-large Westside Warriors blankets!

🧣 Order online now or drop your paper order and payment off at any front office before the end of the day.

If you need a little extra time, please email Mr. Medina at amedina@westsideschools.org to let him know. He plans to place the final order on Tuesday.

Thank you for supporting the Westside Band!

Middle School Employees of the Month for October
Licensed-Savannah Berry
Classified-Ashtin Engle (not pictured)
Thank you for all you do!!!

WMS positive behavior team put on a block party for middle school students who have had positive behavior so far this school year! Thank you to WHS Student Council and WHS EAST for their help in running the stations!

The Warrior Volleyball Team is headed to the STATE FINALS!

Saturday, November 1
Westside Warriors vs. Pulaski Academy Bruins
Hot Springs Convention Center
134 Convention Blvd
Hot Springs, AR, 71901

Clear Bag Policy
Online Ticket Purchase Only: https://gofan.co/event/4978558?schoolId=AAA

Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Lady Warriors as they battle for the State Championship! ❤️🤍💪

Reminder: WMS students will be dressing up in school spirit gear on Friday, October 31st for Red Ribbon Week.

Double Bus Route This Afternoon: Bus 76 (Racecar) riders will ride Bus 77 (Squirrel) today. Drop-off will be about 10 minutes later than usual.

Don’t forget, Sunday, November 2, 2025, marks the end of Daylight Saving Time. Be sure to set your clocks BACK one hour before you go to bed Saturday night.

Enjoy the extra hour of sleep, Warriors! ❤️🤍

WHS Lady Warriors are headed to the Volleyball State Tournament Semi-Finals! 🙌🙌
They’ll take on Brookland today at 4 PM at Wynne High School.

Clear Bag Policy in Effect
Online Ticket Sales Only: https://gofan.co/event/4978580?schoolId=AR19345

Let’s go, Warriors! ❤️🤍💪

Westside Middle School started off Red Ribbon Week by wearing red, white, and blue! WMS students are proud to be drug free!

October is National Principals Month and Westside Schools would like to recognize and honor our principals and assistant principals for their leadership, dedication, and impact on our schools and community.

Thank you for all that you do, every single day, to support our students and staff every day! ❤️🤍

Congratulations to our Warrior Volleyball Team on capturing the 4A East Regional Championship! 🙌🙌

The Lady Warriors will play at 4:00 PM ,Tuesday, October 28th against the winner of Huntsville vs. Mena in the State Tournament, hosted at Wynne High School. Online ticket purchase only. Please find the link below!

Come out and support our Lady Warriors as they continue their amazing season! ❤️🤍💪

Online Ticket Purchase Only: https://gofan.co/event/4978551?schoolId=AAA
Bracket: https://5il.co/3ri5n

Warrior Week Ahead - October 27th-November 1st
Let’s cheer on our students as they showcase their hard work and Warrior pride all week long! ❤️🤍

Volleyball
Oct 27–30: State Tournament @ Wynne

Band
Oct 27 | 6:30 PM: WMS Fall Showcase – FAC

Cross Country
Oct 28–30: Jr/Sr 4A Conference

Elementary
Oct 28 | 6:00 PM: WES 3rd Grade Halloween Concert – FAC

Football vs. Highland
Oct 30 | 5:30 PM: Jr. High – Home
Oct 31 | 7:00 PM: Varsity – Away

Choir
Oct 31: WHS Jr. Choir All-Region Clinic – ASU Fowler Center
Nov 1: WHS Sr. Choir All-Region Clinic – ASU Fowler Center

September Bus Driver of the Month recognized by First Community Bank: Sam Ishmael
Sam always has a smile on her face and goes above and beyond every day. She is a dedicated bus driver who truly cares about her students and their safety. This recognition is very well deserved — congratulations, Sam!

Day 5 of National School Bus Safety Week!
As we wrap up this week, we want to thank our 22 dedicated bus drivers, our students for practicing safe habits, and our families for supporting bus safety every day.

It truly takes all of us to make Safe Stops - Stronger Communities. ❤️🤍

Day 4 – National School Bus Safety Week

Today we’re celebrating the amazing men and women who keep our students safe every single day — our Westside bus drivers! ❤️🤍

It takes 22 dedicated route drivers to get our students to and from school safely each day, no matter the weather. They greet our students with a smile, keep safety a top priority, and help make every stop a safe one.

We appreciate each of you for your hard work, patience, and care for our kids.

The WHS Volleyball Team will compete in the Regional Finals today at Brookland High School playing against the Brookland Bearcats at 4:00 PM! Let’s pack the gym and support our Lady Warriors! ❤️🤍💪
Tickets are available online only:https://gofan.co/event/4978553

🎶🔥NEW UPDATE: WMS BAND BLANKET FUNDRAISER! 🎶🔥

Our Westside Warriors blankets are already a hit — and now you can see and feel them in person! 🧣

Sample blankets have arrived and are available in the front office at each campus! Stop by, check out how soft and cozy they are, and pick your favorite design before ordering! ❤️🤍

These blankets make perfect holiday gifts and help support the Westside Middle School Band — funding new instruments, field trips, and student events like our band banquet and picnic!

🗓️ Orders are due October 31st
💻 Order online here: Click to Order!
💵 Or turn in your order form to the front office with cash or check (made payable to WMS Band)

Come see why everyone’s talking about the softest school spirit blanket ever! 🎺🔥
#WestsideWarriors #WMSBand #BandFundraiser #SpiritBlankets #SupportTheArts #WestsidePride

Attention Parents and Guardians:
Bus 77 and Bus 90 will combine for a double route today.

All students who normally ride Bus 77 or Bus 90 will ride Bus 90 and will be picked up during the second line-up at the school.

Please note that Bus 90 students will arrive approximately 10 minutes later than their normal drop-off time.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

Tryouts for the Trap Team will be held this Saturday, October 25th. Meet at the elementary parking lot at 9:00 am, and you will travel together to the tryout location.