Woodland Middle School

We had our last Student of the Month recognition today for April and May. The character word for April was patience and for May was leadership. These students were selected by their teachers for exhibiting these character traits around our school. We are so proud of these and all our SOTM's throughout the year. You can view the videos made by the teachers on our website. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay #BetterInBartow

Our bands performed their final concert of the year last night at the WHS Performing Arts Center. As usual, they did a tremendous job. We are so proud of the progress of all our bands. They continue to amaze us with the growth. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay #BetterInBartow

We are excited to announce our new Assistant Principal, Lauren Gentry. Ms. Gentry will be replacing Dr. Teri Mull, who is retiring at the end of this school year. Ms. Gentry comes to us from Red Top Middle School, where she has served for the last 15 years. She taught Language Arts and Social Studies for seven years, and has been an instructional coach for the last eight years. She transitioned to being the math coach this year after serving as the Instructional Lead Teacher for seven years before that. Her experience has prepared her well for this next step in her journey as an educator. She is excited to become a Wildcat and help us grow to new heights.

Ms. Gentry received her bachelors degree in middle grades education from West Georgia College. She received her master's degree in instructional technology from Kennesaw State University and is currently pursuing her specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction and Tier 1 Leadership from Kennesaw Sate.

Lauren is married to Chad. They have three children: Chad, Jr., Colin and Lorilei. We asked her a few questions to get to know her.

What do you like to do in your spare time? My favorite hobbies are reading and hiking.

What is one interesting fact some may not know about you? I" have a twin sister named Lindsey, who is also a middle school teacher.” Lauren is the oldest, by the way (by 34 minutes).

What do you love most about Bartow County School System? Without hesitation, she replied, "I love the kids the most."

What is an important lesson you learned in your time at South Central/Red Top Middle School? "The most important gift I can give a kid is a good education."

Who is your favorite college team? "Of course, the Georgia Bulldogs."

We are excited to have Lauren join our administrative leadership team at Woodland Middle School. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay #BetterInBartow

Congratulations!

Our grade formal was so much fun. Thanks to all who helped make it happen. The students were amazing. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

Check out what is happening this week at WMS. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

Last chance.... We'd love to have you join us for our final STEM showcase of the 25-26 school year. It's tomorrow, Friday, 5/15/26, from 8:30 - 11:30 am. This one is for our parents of WMS students. If you'd like to join us, please sign up at this link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0F45A8AD23AAF94-58799509-copy

You can email Ms. Wilkes at tia.wilkes@bartow.k12.ga.us for more information. We hope to see you here tomorrow.

WMS Family:

We are having our 2nd and final STEM showcase of the school year this Friday, 5/15/26, from 8:30 - 11:30 am. We are opening this showcase up to our school family and community. We'd be honored to have some of you join us to see what our students have been working on through STEM. We are limiting the number to 25. It will be the first 25 who sign up. You need to be able to be here for all three grade level presentations (6-8). Please use the link to sign up. If you have questions, please email Tia Wilkes, our math coach at STEM coordinator, at tia.wilkes@bartow.k12.ga.us.

Copy and paste this link to sign up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0F45A8AD23AAF94-58799509-copy

Parents:
Please give us some valuable feedback by completing our Title I Parent Engagement Survey. By giving your input, you will help us grow and get better. Thank you in advance.

Woodland Middle School Title I Parent Engagement Survey (2025 -2026) – Fill out form

Summer runs will start June 2 at Dellinger Park 8am. This is open for all incoming 6th graders-12th grade

Jandy's Frozen Yogurt will be here on Tuesday during all lunches. Eat your delicious, nutritious lunch and then go get yourself a yogurt. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

Extra Yearbooks will go on sale tomorrow, Tuesday morning, at 8:10am. The cost is $50.00, and it must be CASH.

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms in our community. Hope it is a special day for all of you.

Day 2 of Teacher/Staff appreciation week was amazing. On Cinco de Mayo, our staff was treated to a special lunch from @Moe's Southwestern Grill, sponsored by @GlendaMitchellLawFirm

Congratulations to these students who were chosen as May Students of the Month!

Friday was National School Principals Day. When I came into my office Friday morning, I was greeted by hundreds of cards and notes from students and staff. I am so blessed and honored to be a part of such a great team and school. Leading such a great school is an honor I do not take lightly. Thank you to everyone who made this day so special for me. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

Day 1 of Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week is off to a great start. Our staff was treated to coffee and baked goods from @BiggbyCoffee this morning. A huge shout out to Biggby Coffee. If you haven't tried them, you should. The coffee and baked goods are delicious. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay