W-WMS Beta Club collecting canned food; band, chorus planning Christmas concert
By W-WMS SEVENTH AND EIGHTH GRADERS

On January 10, the W-WMS mathematics and science teachers participated in a workshop presented by the Math/Science Partnership. During this workshop Dr. Elliot Gootman, a University of Georgia professor, and members from the ETTC taught several of our seventh grade students. The students were actively engaged in the learning of cross-sections using three dimensional figures. The students enjoyed the hands-on activities and watching their teachers participate in the same activities they were doing. The demonstration allowed the teachers to observe a variety of methods for teaching the concept of cross-sections and how to incorporate technology into their classroom lessons.

Currently, Ms. Rhodes is working with students who want to participate in "Agriculture Day in Georgia," an annual art/essay contest in recognition of the vital role agriculture plays in our economy and to honor the contributions made by dedicated farmers. The theme for this year's contest is "Young People in Agriculture: Learning, Doing, Dreaming." The first-, second-, and third-place winners in all categories will be awarded $200, $100, and $50 cash prizes, respectively; honorable mentions will also be named. State Commissioner of Agriculture Tommy Irvin will invite all winners and their guests to Atlanta for a special awards presentation with special guest, Governor Sonny Perdue.

Grade level spelling bees will take place January 17. The school-wide spelling bee will be January 24 and the county bee will take place January 31. Good Luck to all the students who choose to participate in this competition.

There will be no school on January 21 in recognition of the Martin Luther King holiday.

There will be a School Council meeting January 22 at 5:15 p.m. Parents and community members are welcome to come and share their thoughts and ideas concerning the middle school.

On January 24 there will be a fund-raiser for the American Cancer Society. The students will be able to pay $2 to participate in Hat Day. They will be allowed to wear their hat the entire school day. Please encourage your student to show his school spirit by contributing to this worthy cause.

Honors Night for those students who made the Honor Roll or Principal's List both nine weeks during first semester will be Thursday, January 31, at 6 p.m. The event will take place in the high school cafeteria. Dinner will be provided. The dinner includes one ticket for the student and two tickets per family. Additional tickets may be purchased for $5.

Yearbooks are still on sale for $26. The cost may be paid in full or two installments of $13. If you or your student is interested in purchasing a yearbook, please see Mrs. Joni Keiser, Mrs. Dawn Pickens, or Mrs. Pam Hall. Yearbooks are sold on a first come first serve basis until they run out. Please do not delay if you are interested in purchasing a yearbook.

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