EVENT

The 5th Annual Historically Black Colleges and University College Fair is Saturday,
September 21 from 10:00am-1:00pm. The event will be at Broughton High School, 723 Saint Mary's Street, Raleigh, NC.

8th Grade 2019-2020 Supply List

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7th Grade EOG Schedule

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VOTE FOR MRS. LEON AS NC SCHOOL HERO

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Workshop Opportunity for Girls Ages 7-18

Stage Door Dance Productions is producing and hosting a complimentary workshop and training event for girls ages 7-18 call Girls Geared For Greatness.

Saturday, October 13th from 1-4pm at Stage Door Dance Brier Creek

Topics will include: 
- Bullying Awareness and Prevention
- Bettering Your Community
- Interpersonal Communication and Etiquette
- How To Be Social Media Savvy
- Taking Care of YOU
- Leading Others
- Planning For Your Future
- Stories of Success

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Building Happiness

Building Happiness

Provided by TherapistAid.com (2012)

Listed below are exercises that, when practiced frequently, can build genuine and lasting happiness. 

1. Gratitudes
Write down 3 things for which you are grateful every day.

2. Acts of Kindness
Make a conscious effort to do something nice for no reason other than to help.

3. Exercise
The positive effects of exercise are astounding. Physically active people have increased energy, superior immune systems, and frequent sense of accomplishment.

4. Meditation/ Quiet Time
Those who take a moment to themselves regularly may even permanently restructure their brains to create sustained happiness.

5. Positive Journaling
Take some time to write about positive events in your life like a fun day with friends, family, or a movie you enjoyed.

6. Fostering Relationships
Strong social connections are thought to be one of the most powerful influences on our mood.

BETA Club Application Period Now Open...Deadline 9/18/18

The BETA Club Application period is now open at West Millbrook Magnet Middle School. I know that you are new to West and wanted to make sure you did not miss the deadline. 

What is the BETA CLUB?

The National Junior Beta Club is an honors organization that recognizes outstanding academic achievement, promotes strong moral character and social responsibility, encourages service to others, fosters leadership skills, and provides settings for you to develop strong interpersonal skills.

 

Who qualifies for membership in the WMMS JUNIOR BETA CLUB?

Seventh and eighth grade students with a grade point average of 3.5 (a general rule of thumb is that it is approximately half A’s and half B’s in one and two semester courses), who also exemplify strong character, and have maintained role model behavior throughout the last school year (no administrative referrals or periods in in-school or out-of-school suspension) are eligible to apply for membership in the West Millbrook Junior Beta Club.  Please see Mrs. Walters if you do not clearly have more A’s than B’s in your final course grade, and she will calculate your GPA for you.

If your child is interested in BETA Club, please see Mrs. Walters in the Media Center. I can also assist students in getting the information they need. Application deadline is Tuesday, September 18th. 

For more information CLICK HERE to be directed to Mrs. Walters' website. 

A Word From The College Board

Parent Action Plan: Middle School

Middle school is important because your child is laying the foundation in a lot of subjects and forming study habits. Developing certain skills now will make it easier for your child to adjust to the challenges of high school and college later - and will lead to more college options. Here are some things you and your child can do to make the most of this time. 

• Help your child set goals for the year. Working toward specific goals will help your child stay motivated and focused. 
• Review the school calendar together. Note important dates and put them in a shared online calendar or in an easy-to view place, such as a bulletin board in your kitchen. 
• Make a plan to check in regularly about schoolwork. If you keep up with your child's tests, papers and homework assignments, you can celebrate successes and head off problems as a team. Get homework tips for your child. 
• Talk about extracurricular activities. Getting involved in clubs and other groups is a great way for your child to identify interests and feel more engaged in school.
• Discuss ways to take on challenges. Encourage your child to take classes they may not usually take, try new things. Tackling new classes will give your child the confidence and prepare them for new things and changes. 
• Come up with fun reading ideas. Look for magazines or newspapers your child may like and talk about the books they like compared to what you liked when they were a child. If your family makes reading enjoyable, it can become a daily habit. 
• Visit nearby college together. If you live near a college, look for upcoming events on campus that are open to the community or see if the college offers classes to local children and families. Just being on a campus may get your child interested in college.

See You All Next Year In 7th Grade!