Wallace Middle School eighth grade class held its 24th annual Veterans Day Celebration on November 10, 2023. The student-led event featured original essays, art work, and song selections by the WMS Chorus. Brigadier General Christopher D. Hill presented an inspiring keynote address, while Delegate Israel O’Quinn offered memorable opening remarks. Guests were invited to join students for lunch following the program, which allowed for conversations and extended understandings of veteran commitments. It was a time of reflection on the importance of being thankful for our service men and women, as well as their sacrifices for our country.
Wallace Middle School BETA and Gifted Education students had the opportunity to attend an etiquette luncheon at Martha Washington Inn on November 28th. Students enjoyed a three course meal and a lesson in appropriate dining manners. They were also treated to a tour of the Inn's facilities. Everyone had a wonderful time and looks forward to making this an annual event.
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It's time for our Holiday Ho-Ho-Ho-Down Family Engagement Night presented by Communities in Schools of Appalachian Highlands! Our student support coordinator, Mrs. Marshall has teamed up with John Battle's coordinator, Mr. Meadows, to bring us this fun, holiday-filled, cheerful night full of games, prizes, and hot cocoa. This event will be held December 5th from 4:30-6pm in John Battle High School's cafeteria. Everyone in your household is invited! We do request an RSVP to be emailed to Mrs. Marshall by December 4th with the amount of people who are attending. Her email is makailahm@wcs.k12.va.us. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Marshall directly. We hope to see you there!
Be sure to check out the December Edition of the Mental Health Newsletter:
https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1349633
Washington County Schools will be closed on Wednesday, November 22- Sunday, November 26th.
"Mechanical Maniacs" represented WMS well today at the regional robotics competition. Students had to present on innovation to a panel of judges and compete in three rounds of intense robotic competition.
Please see the attached flyer about Christmas food boxes.
Winter sports pictures and picture retakes will be held on Monday, November 20.
Retake orders will be online orders only.
Wallace PTA presents bubble drinks on Friday 11/17. Please see the flyer for more information.
On Thursday, November 9, 2023, the Optimist Club of Bristol recognized local middle school students. Students were nominated by their home schools based on academic achievement and overall character. This year’s award winners from Wallace Middle School were Phoebe M. and Noah S. Please see the following article.
https://wms.wcs.k12.va.us/o/wallace/article/1334393
Be sure to join the John Battle Baseball Community this weekend for the Designer Purse BINGO! See posters for details.
Wallace Middle School Veterans Day Program is Friday, November 10 at 10:00 am. See the flyer for more information.
WMS would like to say thank you to former WMS student and current WCCTEC carpentry teacher, Gene Greer, for building this beautiful new oak podium that was first displayed at our Centennial Celebration.
WMS would like to recognize 7th grader, Abby M. and art teacher, Ms. Mitten, for their design for the Wallace Centennial Postcard. Thank you ladies for your hard work and creativity!
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We are honored that @GovernorVA visited Greendale Elementary and are thrilled that he and @lisacoons10 were willing to listen and elevate the work our staff is doing to ensure our students are exceeding expectations! #TheWashingtonWay #ElevateEducatorsVA
Wallace Middle School Centennial Celebration Live Stream
https://www.youtube.com/live/SoiIW-QuYxE?si=orflFBTbqpNEF8os
Wallace Middle School will be providing free optional after-school childcare after the early dismissal until 3:15 on Wednesday, October 25th. Please contact the main office to let us know if you have a child that plans on staying.
