🌟 Student Spotlight: Amber! 🌟
Amber, an 8th grader at West Pender Middle School, was nominated by her science teacher, Mrs. Goyette, for her academic excellence and leadership.
Amber truly embodies the Warrior POWER principles:
💪 Perseverance: She works hard to achieve her goals.
🌟 Openness: Amber ensures her peers feel included and valued.
💖 Wellness & Empathy: She fosters positivity, supports her classmates, and ensures no one gets left behind.
✅ Responsibility: Her leadership in group projects makes her an outstanding role model.
Amber’s impact extends beyond the classroom—her example of kindness and collaboration inspires her peers, creating a stronger, more connected school community.
Here’s more about Amber:
🌮 Favorite food: Birria tacos
🎀 Favorite color: Pink
🏐 Hobbies: Reading and playing volleyball
🐍 Pets: A ball python
👑 Fun fact: Henry VI is her 18th great-grandfather!
Amber, thank you for being a shining light at West Pender Middle School and an inspiration to everyone around you!
🏀It’s time to protect our home court!🏀Join us for the home basketball game and bring your school spirit! 🎉🔥 #WarriorPower #OnePender #WestsideRising
WPMS Updated Basketball Schedule
🏀 Road Game Ready! 🏀
Our Warriors are hitting the road for their first away game, and they need your support from near or far! 🚍🔥 #WarriorPower #OnePender #WestsideRising
❄️ West Pender staff and students made the most of their snow days with 📚 virtual learning and a ⛄️ snowman challenge! #PCSSnowDay #WarriorPower #OnePender #WestSideRising
Join West Pender Beta in collecting can tabs for our North Carolina Beta Service Project! All collected tabs will support the Ronald McDonald House. Thank you for helping us make a difference! #WarriorPower #OnePender #WestsideRising
📢Important Announcement📢
Mr. Alex Eaker, from the 4-H Youth Development Program, led a STEM activity on wind energy, where Mrs. Goyette's 8th grade science students built and tested wind turbines as part of their Energy Resources standard! #CapturetheLearning #WarriorPower #OnePender #WestsideRising
West Pender Middle School will release students at 12 PM today.
🚨 Weather Update 🚨
We continue to monitor the evolving weather forecast.
✅ Tuesday, January 21: Early release for students. All after-school activities, including PACES and athletics, are canceled.
✅ Wednesday, January 22: Schools will operate on a two-hour delay at minimum.
We will provide an update on Tuesday if further changes, including remote learning, are necessary.
Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize safety. Stay tuned for updates via email, phone, our website, and social media. Stay safe!
🚨 Actualización del clima 🚨
Seguimos monitoreando el pronóstico del clima que continúa cambiando.
✅ Martes, 21 de enero: Salida temprana para los estudiantes. Todas las actividades después de clases, incluidas PACES y deportes, están canceladas.
✅ Miércoles, 22 de enero: Las escuelas operarán con retraso de dos horas como mínimo.
Se proporcionará una actualización el martes si se requieren más cambios, incluyendo el aprendizaje remoto.
Gracias por su comprensión mientras priorizamos la seguridad. Manténgase atento a las actualizaciones a través de correo electrónico, llamadas telefónicas, nuestro sitio web y redes sociales. ¡Manténganse seguros!
West Pender Middle School will release students at 12 PM tomorrow.
🚨 Important Weather Update 🚨
Due to the forecasted winter weather, Pender County Schools will move to an early release schedule on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
👉 Early release schedule: https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/page/school-bell-schedule
Additional updates:
All after-school activities for Tuesday, including athletics and PACES, will not take place.
We will monitor the weather and announce Wednesday’s schedule on Monday.
Stay informed: Check the PCS website and social media for the latest updates.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize student safety.
No school tomorrow!
Huge thanks to Westview Methodist Church for donating food boxes, which were delivered to families in need❤️ #WarriorPower #OnePender #WestsideRising
🌟Student Spotlight: Marvin!🌟
Marvin is being recognized by his teacher, Happy Jones, for his exceptional leadership, kindness, and responsibility.
Marvin is a standup student who shines in class discussions by actively participating and encouraging his peers to do the same. He works hard, respects everyone, and goes the extra mile to help classmates who face language barriers. His willingness to step up creates a positive and supportive classroom environment.
Here’s more about Marvin:
🍝 Favorite food: Spaghetti
💙 Favorite color: Blue
⚽ Hobbies: Playing soccer
🐶 Pets: A dog
🎤 Interesting fact: Marvin loves to sing!
Thank you, Marvin, for being a role model and inspiring your peers to learn and grow!
#OnePender
Reminder!
Join West Pender Beta in collecting can tabs for our North Carolina Beta Service Project! All collected tabs will support the Ronald McDonald House. Thank you for helping us make a difference!
🏀 Basketball Season is Here! 🏀 Bring your school spirit, and let's pack the stands as our Warriors hit the court for an exciting season! #WarriorPower #OnePender #WestsideRising
Ms. Cliffe's 7th grade ELA class engaged in a relay inspired by A Long Walk to Water, by carrying "water." Students used teamwork and critical thinking as they connected their experience to the story's deeper messages. #CapturetheLearning #WarriorPower #OnePender #WestsideRising
🌟 Cheers to Our 8th Grade December Warrior of the Month, Jenna! 🏅
Jenna consistently offers help when needed, and maintains a positive attitude while working with peers. Keep up the awesome work, Jenna! #CapturetheLearning #WarriorPower #OnePender #WestsideRising
