The Constitutional Convention tradition lives on at WMS! Our students stepped into the shoes of our nation’s founders as they reenacted the Constitutional Convention, bringing history to life right in our classrooms. They showcased impressive public speaking skills, thoughtful collaboration, and a strong understanding of our nation’s early beginnings. We’re so proud of their hard work and enthusiasm as they learned, debated, and built connections to this important moment in history.
⛷️ 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:
Mrs. Botkin’s 6th grade ELA students are shining brighter than the sun with their creative figurative language projects! From similes sharp as a tack to metaphors that paint pictures in your mind, their work is truly poetry in motion. Check out these awesome examples and illustrations that show that our students are bursting with imagination and talent!
We are thrilled to recognize a remarkable group of students nominated by their Electives teachers for consistently going above and beyond each day. These Titans embody dedication, positivity and a commitment to excellence!
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!
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!
MSBOA All-State Results | Thousands of students auditioned for the Michigan High/Middle School All-State Ensembles. Students prepare etudes, memorize scales, and sight read music they’ve never seen before. Auditions are anonymously recorded and judged by professional musicians.
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.
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!
FINAL CALL! ❄️ Don't miss your chance to join the West Middle School Ski and Snowboard Club!
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
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
A big thank you to the Career Tech Center (CTC) students and staff for providing WMS 8th Graders a fantastic tour of their campus and highlights of the many programs offered to students during their high school experience!
Our first WMS student section was a huge success during Wednesday's game against East! Big thanks to our Student Senate for organizing such a fun event. Stay tuned for details on the next one - we can’t wait to keep the spirit going during our girls' basketball season. GO TITANS!
On this Veteran’s Day, we honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served our nation. A special appreciation goes to our own Mr. Mangan, who shared stories of his time in the Marines with our 8th grade students today. He reminded us that those who serve do so for others and for the greater good. Thank you, Mr. Mangan, and thank you to all veterans for your service and sacrifice.
Our Student Senate is proud to partner with Northwestern Michigan College’s Thanks-For-Giving Project to help support local families in need this season.
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!
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!
Students in Mr. Bishop and Mrs. Rizzo's sixth-grade Social Studies classes recently worked collaboratively to design and build 3D paper globes of the Earth! This hands-on project encouraged students to apply their geography knowledge while strengthening important skills like teamwork, problem-solving and perseverance.
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!
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!
PURE JOY! 🎃Students in Mrs. Schoolmaster’s classes kicked it old school style this Halloween with a throwback day of parachute games and scooter races! It was all smiles and laughter as our big kids got a taste of that classic elementary-style fun. What a treat to see so much energy, teamwork, and happiness fill the gym!
Awesome things are happening in German 2!
On Wednesday, students participated in an inside/outside circle activity where they spoke with various partners whith each summarizing one chapter at a time in German! They used pictures on the board and the book to help guide their conversations.
Today’s lesson was just as sweet - literally! Students learned about different German candies, then used conversation slips with candy photos to share their opinions in German. After each exchange, they switched slips and partners, continuing until they had discussed nearly every candy (and with nearly every classmate!).
So much great speaking, listening, and cultural learning happening in Frau Shortridge's class!
On Wednesday, students participated in an inside/outside circle activity where they spoke with various partners whith each summarizing one chapter at a time in German! They used pictures on the board and the book to help guide their conversations.
Today’s lesson was just as sweet - literally! Students learned about different German candies, then used conversation slips with candy photos to share their opinions in German. After each exchange, they switched slips and partners, continuing until they had discussed nearly every candy (and with nearly every classmate!).
So much great speaking, listening, and cultural learning happening in Frau Shortridge's class!
Things are glowing in 8th grade ELA with Ms. Babiasz's classes! Students reading “The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allan Poe are doing glowing annotations — identifying literary elements under black lights that make their highlighters shine!
7th graders explored drama by reading “Sorry, Wrong Number” yesterday and listening to the radio play today. As they listened, they used clay to build the set of the story — bringing the play to life in 3D!
So much creativity and engagement happening in our classrooms!
7th graders explored drama by reading “Sorry, Wrong Number” yesterday and listening to the radio play today. As they listened, they used clay to build the set of the story — bringing the play to life in 3D!
So much creativity and engagement happening in our classrooms!
How cool is this? Mr. Hayes, one of our awesome science teachers, has partnered with the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Natural Resource Department to bring Sturgeon in the Classroom to WMS!
Students will help raise juvenile sturgeon while learning about conservation and the cultural importance of these incredible fish — culminating in their release back into local rivers.
Our Westside community was treated to three amazing concerts showcasing the incredible talent and dedication of our middle and high school choir programs.
A big congratulations to our WMS students, Mr. Dee, Mrs. Wiliford, and Mr. Wangeman on a wonderful concert series that filled us with musical pride!
A big congratulations to our WMS students, Mr. Dee, Mrs. Wiliford, and Mr. Wangeman on a wonderful concert series that filled us with musical pride!
❄️ Ready to Hit the Slopes? The WMS Ski Club is Back! ⛷️🏂
Dust off your gear and get stoked! We're kicking off another season of snow, shredding, and good times. Whether you're a bunny hill beginner or a black diamond expert, the Ski Club is the best way to hit the mountains with your friends. Click here for information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WYg1rfI0rlfprw15fB49cw1B6wMIddwD76LU_q5b1Mk/edit?tab=t.0
Dust off your gear and get stoked! We're kicking off another season of snow, shredding, and good times. Whether you're a bunny hill beginner or a black diamond expert, the Ski Club is the best way to hit the mountains with your friends. Click here for information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WYg1rfI0rlfprw15fB49cw1B6wMIddwD76LU_q5b1Mk/edit?tab=t.0
Boy Basketball Evaluations | Monday 10/27/25 & Tuesday 10/28/25
Spirit Days are coming to WMS. Check out what Student Senate has planned for our Titans.
