Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21st is an E-Learning Day.
All students should stay home due to current weather conditions.
Students are required to:
Log into InfoSystem (intranet) to confirm attendance prior to 2:00 P.M.
Log into each teacher’s Canvas page for instructions and work to complete.
Complete the work assigned by teachers. Reach out to the teacher if assistance is needed.
Visit teacher Google Meet hours if you need assistance. Links and time frames are located on each teacher’s Canvas page.
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If you forgot your Chromebook at school and do not have a phone or alternate home computer to log in and complete work, notify the teacher via email or call the WMS main office at 217-525-3182.
Do not travel to school to retrieve your Chromebook as weather conditions prevent safe traveling and school doors are locked.
Stay Warm
The Bank of Springfield annual City Basketball Tournament begins next Wednesday, January 22 and continues through Saturday, January 25. This is exciting time for High School Basketball. Please be aware there are specific guidelines for middle school students who plan attending the games at the BOS Center. Please read the announcement below.
Students, please remember that the Girls & Boy’s Basketball City Tournament this Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at the BOS Center is a school function and all behavior guidelines will be enforced at all times during the CityTournament. Any inappropriate behavior displayed at the City Tournament will result in consequences that will be enforced by the administration of the student’s school. This includes behavior inside the BOS Center, as well as adjacent to the facility.
No unaccompanied minors will be allowed entry into the City Tournament. All K-8th grade students should be with an adult who is responsible for their actions and monitors their movement during the games. They should be sitting watching the games and limit walking around unless using the restroom or visiting the concession stand. Do not drop off students to attend without an adult - they will
not be allowed entry.
All spectators will enter through weapons detection systems at the BOS Center. For safety and speed of entry, we strongly encourage spectators not to bring bags of any kind. Bags that are no larger than 4” x 6” x 1.5” are permitted after visual inspection. Clear bags are preferred. Athletes participating in the contest are allowed to bring their sports equipment bags (i.e. cheerleading bag, poms bag etc.)
In addition, we want to remind everyone that students are expected to wear clothing that does not include lewd, obscene, or vulgar language or representation of anything illegal. Large chains or wallet chains are not allowed. Caps may be worn, but the bill must remain facing forward. No seating will be allowed on the balcony. Therefore, no spectators are allowed in the balcony area. Students are prohibited from standing on the seats at any and all times.
Middle school students are not allowed in the high school cheering sections. Anyone leaving the main court floor with approximately five or fewer minutes remaining in the last game will be required to exit the building. Also, at this time, all individuals in the lobby area will be asked to leave the building. No one will be allowed to return to the main court or inside the building at this time.
All spectators are expected to remain seated during all games. Anyone standing or roaming about will be asked to sit in the stands.
All side doors must remain closed. Anyone allowed entry through a side door will be instructed to leave. Admittance will be allowed before half-time of the final game of the evening. Doors will close after half of the final game with no entry occurring after the
game.
Failing to abide by the City Tournament expectations may result in you being escorted from the BOS Center. If you are escorted from the BOS Center, you will not be allowed to return to any future games of the tournament.
This is a school event. We want to support this fun family activity in our community. Any incidence of inappropriate behavior, poor sportsmanship, or physical / verbal altercations will not be tolerated. Removal from the main floor of the BOS Center will occur and possible consequences for behavior through the appropriate school will be considered. Adults and students run the risk of being
banned from future sporting events as well. This may include notification of local law enforcement who will be monitoring the games nightly.
The second game, on Wednesday and Thursday, will conclude at approximately 9:15 p.m. The 4th game on Friday will conclude at approximately 10:15 pm. The 4th game on Saturday will conclude at approximately 9:45 pm. Please make sure your ride, if needed, is available to pick you up at that time.
Most importantly, we hope you and your friends have fun and enjoy the City Tournament this week. The tournament should prove to be very exciting, safe, and enjoyable for fans of all ages!
At District 186, we’re dedicated to creating a welcoming environment and fostering strong family and community engagement. To help us grow, we’re inviting YOU to share your thoughts through the Panorama Survey! Please use the link below to celebrate successes and identify areas for improvement.
Let's have a great second semester.
Here is the link to the Panorama Survey.
https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sps186/familyfall24/surveys
6th Grade Boys Basketball will complete their season this Saturday! The Games will be played at SOUTHEAST HS at their scheduled time!
WMS/Iles Volleyball Tryout information.
8th Grade 12/5/24 from 2:30 - 4:00.
6th Grade 12/6/24 from 2:30 - 5:00.
(There will not be an activity bus on 12/6. Please arrange for your own transportation)
7th Grade 12/11/24 from 1:30 - 4:00.
All tryouts will be held in the WMS gym. Please wear gym shoes, no crocs or sandals will be allowed. If you have any questions please reach out to Coach Barnes. Her email is mebarnes@sps186.org.
The Max Out Foundation is hosting a free afternoon of skating for a donation of a glow, scarf or hat!
See the attached.
Dear Parents,
As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!
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40% off a purchase of $40+ with code USNOV40
30% off a purchase of $30+ with code USNOV30
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To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an online account. Don't forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!
Thank you!
The WMS/Iles boys basketball game scheduled for 11/20 against Blessed Sacrament will begin at 4:30 instead of 4:00.
All parents are invited to attend November's FACE Meeting at WMS. The F.A.C.E. meeting will be on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the WMS library. Light refreshments will be served. There are many current topics that may be of interest to WMS Families including: Summative Designations, WMS Mascot Rebranding, and Chronic Absenteeism. If you would like to know more on any of these topics or just want to be a part of the process, please plan on attending this month's meeting. FACE meetings are a family and community event, come be a part.
Central Illinois Foodbank will be hosting our Thanksgiving distribution on Monday, November 25 at 4pm.
The Foodbank will be giving out turkeys, apples, broccoli, pumpkin pie, blocks of cheese and a Thanksgiving themed dry box of goods. The limit is 2 boxes per vehicle. We will also have hygiene items available for anyone who needs them.
Please see the flyer below.
Lifetouch Fall Picture Retake Day is Tomorrow!
Picture Day Date: Tuesday, November 12
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Student grade reports for the 1st quarter will be sent home today, October 23. Please make sure to talk to your student concerning their academic progress.
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WMS/Iles cheerleading practice has been canceled for today 10/22/24.
WMS/Iles 7th Grade boys basketball tryouts have been rescheduled from the original date of 10/24 to 10/30. Tryouts will be from on 10/30 6 - 7:30 at in the Gym at WMS. Please make arrangements for your own transportation.
As a reminder, Thursday, October 17th, will be a 60-minute early dismissal for all students to accommodate Parent-Teacher Conferences. Additionally, there will be no school on Friday, October 18th, as conferences will continue throughout the day.
We value the opportunity to connect with you during these conferences to discuss your child’s academic progress and growth. Your involvement and partnership are essential to their success, and we appreciate your commitment to their educational journey.
Please be sure to plan accordingly for the schedule changes for the remainder of the week.
Thank you for your support and collaboration!
Warrior Families,
There is no school on Monday, October 14th.
Parent/Teacher Conference will be held on Thursday, October 17 from 5:00 PM--8:00 PM and Friday, October 18 all day.
October 17 is also the end of the first quarter.
Dear parents,
School pictures are ready!
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number.
All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.
More about the Smilesafe program (https://lifetouch.com/smilesafe/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=ExactTarget&utm_campaign=PPD_F23_Po1_US&utm_content=safecard).
Thank you!
Picture Day is coming on Tuesday, October 1!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTFF9ZJK. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day.
Picture day will be Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Order forms were distributed. Orders may also be placed online (https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/).