Westside Middle School

🏐 Volleyball Game Update 🏐 Please note that the Jr/Sr volleyball games scheduled for tonight, September 26th, have been cancelled.

Jr HighTrap Team tryouts will be held on October 12th for all interested 6th-8th grade students! This tryout is specifically for newcomers looking to join the team. Registration forms are available in the school offices and in the link below. Forms must be turned in by Friday, October 4th if you plan to participate. https://5il.co/2xe98

Westside Community, Please see the link below for an update to our Homecoming week festivities. If there are any other updates, we will post them when they are made. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eeDofKWFmQbcxkSK1ylkI1LTTm1yZpdA/view?usp=sharing

Get ready to smile, Warriors! School Picture Day is coming up. Check out the graphic below for your grade’s specific date and make sure you’re camera-ready! 📸🙂❤🤍

Parents & Guardians: We Need YOU! At Westside Schools, we believe that parent and family involvement plays a key role in a student's success. That's why we're inviting you to get involved in your child’s education and school support by filling out our Parent/Family Volunteer Survey! Scan the QR Code below to find volunteer opportunities where you can make a difference! From classroom assistance to event support, we welcome all parents and guardians to be a part of our school community. Your involvement can help shape the future of our Warriors! ❤️🤍

🍂 October Breakfast & Lunch Menus Are Ready! 🍂 Click the link below for printable copies! https://www.westsideschools.org/page/dining-menus-for-schools

📅 Warrior Events: September 23rd-28th! 🏐🏃‍♂️🎾🏈 Get ready for a busy and exciting week! Here's what's coming up: 9/23 (Monday): 🏐 Volleyball (All Teams) vs Paragould - 4:30pm - Away 🏫 WES Title 1 Meeting - 5:00pm - Cafeteria 🤝 WES PTO Meeting - 6:00pm - Cafeteria 9/24 (Tuesday): 🏃‍♀️ XC Meet - Eye of the Tiger @ Pocahontas 🏐 Volleyball (All Teams) vs Brookland - 4:30pm - Home 9/25 (Wednesday): 🎾 Tennis - District Tournament @ Allen Park 9/26 (Thursday): 🏐 Volleyball - Jr A/Sr A vs CRA - Home 🏈 Football (Jr Team) vs Trumann - 5:30pm - Away 9/27 (Friday): 🏈 Football (Varsity) vs Trumann - 7:00pm - Home 🎉HOMECOMING! 🎉 9/28 (Saturday): 🛩️ AFJROTC - Crowley's Ridge Family Fun Day 🏐 Volleyball (Sr Team) - Playday Tournament @ Jonesboro Let's show our Warrior spirit and support our teams! ❤🤍

Don’t miss out, Warriors! Be sure to order your 2024 Homecoming T-shirt before the deadline on Monday, September 23rd! 🎉 Turn your order form in to the front office of your child’s school to secure your shirt. ❤️🤍 Show your school spirit and be part of the Homecoming fun! Printable copy: https://5il.co/2x208

🏈 Boys of Fall Homecoming Week 🏈 September 23rd - 27th Get ready Warriors! Homecoming is here, and we’ve got a week full of fun and school spirit. Check out the dress-up themes for each day and join in on the excitement! 🎉 Monday: Country Music Monday 🎶 Dress up as your favorite country artist or rock that country tee! 🤠👢 Tuesday: Huntin’ Time Tuesday 🦌 Camo up! Time to blend in with some camouflage gear. 🟢🟫 Wednesday: Go Fight Win Wednesday 🏅 Wear your favorite team or player’s jersey and show your love for sports! ⚽🏀🏈 Thursday: Thank a Farmer Thursday 🚜 It’s Harvest Time! Dress like a farmer and show appreciation for our hard-working farmers. 🌾👨‍🌾👩‍🌾 Friday: Fall of the Wildcats Friday 🔴⚪ Deck out in red and white and show your Warrior pride for the big game! ❤️🤍

⚾️ Jr. High Baseball Tryouts ⚾️ Calling all 6th-8th graders! Jr. High Baseball tryouts are happening on Wednesday, September 25th, from 4:00-6:00 PM. Don't miss your chance to show your skills and join the team! 🧢⚾❤🤍

Looking to improve your baseball skills? Join the Westside Baseball Team for a Skills Camp on October 12th! Learn from the WHS Baseball Team and coaching staff to enhance your game and take it to the next level! 💪 Check out the graphics below for all the details and the registration form (registration forms available in each school office as well).

Football Homecoming 2024 - Kickoff Party!! 🎉🎉🙌🙌 Hey Warriors, get ready for a fun-filled evening with great food, exciting games, and football excitement.

🗓️ Westside Calendar of Events: September 16th - 21st 🗓️ Get ready for an action-packed week, Warriors! Here's what's happening: September 16th (Monday): 🏌️‍♂️ Golf - B/G vs BIC & Pocahontas @ North Hills 🏐 Volleyball - 7th/Jr A&B vs MAC @ Home - 4:30pm 🏫 School Board Meeting - HS Library - 7pm September 17th (Tuesday): 🏐 Volleyball - All Teams vs Pocahontas (Away) - 4:40pm September 18th (Wednesday): 🎾 Tennis - vs All Conference Teams @ Allen Park - 3:30pm September 19th (Thursday): 🏌️‍♂️ Golf - District Match @ Blytheville 🎾 Tennis - vs Highland & Southside @ Allen Park 🏐 Volleyball - vs Blytheville (Away) - 4:30pm 🏈 Football - vs Gosnell @ Home - 5:30pm September 20th (Friday): 🏈 Football - vs Riverview (Away) - 7pm September 21st (Saturday): 🎖️ AFJROTC - ASU Howler Cheer on your fellow Warriors and show your school spirit! ❤🤍

WMS Families: Please read note below for important information about the daily schedule at WMS. These letters were also sent home with all students yesterday. As always, call us at 870-935-7501 if you have any questions.

Every application counts, Warriors! ❤🤍

Middle School students have been working hard earning “arrows” for positive behavior! They’ve been able to turn those in for extra recess or goodies from our “target” store!

📅 WARRIOR UPCOMING EVENTS 📅 September 9th - 14th It’s a busy week for our Warriors! Mark your calendars and come out to support our teams: 9/9 🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️ Golf - Boys/Girls vs BIC @ North Hills 🎶 6 PM - WHS Band Boosters Meeting - Band Room 9/10 🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️ Golf - Boys/Girls vs BIC @ Thunder Bayou 🏃‍♂️ Cross Country - Josh Park Memorial @ Heber Springs 🏐 Volleyball - All Teams vs Highland - Away 9/11 🎾 Tennis vs Pocahontas & Brookland @ Allen Park 9/12 🏌️‍♂️ Golf - Boys vs Walnut Ridge @ North Hills 🏌️‍♀️ Golf - Girls vs Highland - Away 🎾 Tennis vs Southside & Wynne @ Allen Park 🏐 Volleyball - All Teams vs Trumann - Away 9/14 🏐 Volleyball - SR @ LCRA Tournament 🏃‍♀️ Cross Country - SR @ Minuteman Day @ Camp Robinson Be sure to come out and show your Warrior spirit! Let’s make next week one to remember! ❤🤍

Join us tonight for the Warriors' football home opener as we face off against the Hoxie Mustangs! Kickoff is 7 PM at Warrior Stadium. Bring your spirit, your energy, and let’s cheer our Warriors on to a big victory under the Friday night lights! 🙌🎉❤🤍

5th/6th grade choir rehearsals start next week. All interested students should get their form turned in by Monday, Sept. 9. Anyone needing a form please contact Ms. Bratten at abratten@westsideschools.org.

📬 September 2024 Parent Newsletter is here! Stay informed and connected with the latest updates, important dates, and exciting news from across our school district. 🗓️ Let's make this school year amazing together! ❤🤍