Optional Washington DC Trip Information for current 7th & 8th Families
8th Grade Families | Time is ticking!
Don't let your student miss their chance to experience our nation's capital. Give them the ultimate "gift of education" with the Washington D.C. trip! Great news: Due to overwhelming popular demand, we've secured an additional bus to allow more students to register! The final deadline to join this once-in-a-lifetime journey is February 5th. Don't wait—secure their seat today! Current 8th graders sign up with the code: 223517
7th Grade Families | Plan Ahead for the Gift of Education!
Start planning now for your student's 8th-grade adventure by giving them the ultimate "gift of education" with the Washington D.C. trip! We are thrilled to announce that due to popular demand, we've secured an additional bus to ensure more of our students can join this amazing field study experience next year. This is a trip they will talk about for years to come—keep an eye out for future registration details! Current 7th graders sign up with the code: 226512
Huge congratulations to WMS’s two FIRST Robotics competitive teams, Apollo and Artemis, who competed in their second competition over the weekend. Both teams placed in the top ten after the qualifying rounds and Apollo walked away as the competition winners and also earned second place for the Innovate Award, earning them a trip to the FIRST Robotics State Championships this coming weekend. Pictured is Apollo with their trophy.
What an impressive week for West Middle School Basketball! Our Titans went 3-1 overall across two nights of great competition. We are so proud of the effort and energy from all our athletes!
Game 1: Split Decisions vs. Benzie Huskies
Our White Teams battled hard against the Benzie Huskies earlier this week: 7th Grade White Team secured a fantastic WIN! The 8th Grade White Team took a tough loss, but never gave up the fight.
Game 2: Green Team Sweep vs. Frankfort Panthers
The Green Teams played together in their matchups against the Frankfort Panthers: 7th Grade Green Team played great and earned the WIN! 8th Grade Green Team followed up with a strong performance for another WIN!
Congratulations to all four teams!
Keep working hard, Titans!
Ms. Hart’s students showed off their incredible ELA group work skills this week as they tackled text comprehension questions together. We couldn’t be more proud! Watching our kids come together, collaborate and learn alongside one another is what it’s all about.
Congratulations to our newest Titan Stars!
Today we had the honor of recognizing students who were selected by our Art, PE, and German teacher for going above and beyond for showing leadership, kindness, effort, and the everyday actions that make WMS the very best place to learn and grow.
Congratulations to Michael Long, Mason Geetings, Madalyn Henfling, Alex Yachcik, Hannah Heethuis, Gabriela Santiago, Jacob Millner, Felix Kochis, Emery Carter, Jackson Murphy & Lily Tvardek!
⛷️ Shanty Creek Student Pass News
Shanty Creek Resorts is launching a NEW Locals Student Season Pass Program for the 2025-26 winter season, offering a reduced-rate, all-area pass for only $125 to reward students' dedication to education. This offer is available to students in grades 4-12 (ages 9-17) residing in Antrim, Crawford, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Otsego counties. Purchase the pass online using your school's unique code, TRAVERSE, and remember to bring proof of student enrollment when you pick up your pass starting November 29, 2025. Click here for more information:
West Middle is a school filled with incredible students and today, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on those who have stood out among their peers.
Congratulations to our newest Titan Stars- Krisslynn Beerman, Joelle Renault, Harper Hall, Ruby Cooper, Emmett Powers, Owen Nyland, Elliott Lantz, Walker Heilman, Sophia Brown & Samantha Finch!
We are proud to announce that four WMS students qualified for All-State — an incredible accomplishment!
Congratulations to:
Daniel Ramirez, trombone (1st chair)
Sebastien Fritch, percussion (1st chair)
Colten Beaver, percussion (2nd chair)
Abe Blackburn, percussion (4th chair)
These students will rehearse with a nationally acclaimed conductor and perform at the state music conference this winter at DeVos Hall in Grand Rapids.
🎄✨ Deck the halls in Titan style! ✨🎄
Titan Gear is here just in time to make your season bright. Whether you're gifting to a fellow Titan or treating yourself, this limited-time collection from our online store is the perfect way to spread cheer and pride. Order before November 30, 2025 to Titan up for the holidays!
Get ready for an awesome winter of ski/snowboard instruction and/or night skiing at Crystal Mountain (Lessons are not required).
When: Thursday nights, January 6th through February 12th!
🗓️ ACTION REQUIRED: The Registration Deadline is TUESDAY, November 25th, 2025! Paperwork must be submitted by this date to participate in the program. Sign up today and find all the important details and the official application link here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WYg1rfI0rlfprw15fB49cw1B6wMIddwD76LU_q5b1Mk/edit?tab=t.0
We’re asking each grade level to bring in a special donation item to The Compass before school from November 10–14:
🟠 6th Grade: Sweet potatoes
⚪ 7th Grade: Mini marshmallows
🟤 8th Grade: Brown sugar
Thank you in advance for supporting this worthy cause and helping spread kindness and gratitude throughout our community!
Through the process, students practiced communicating effectively, sharing responsibilities, and working through challenges together. The finished globes are now proudly hanging in classrooms as a colorful reminder of their hard work, creativity, and growth as cooperative learners!
