Woodland Middle School

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.

1 day ago, Michael Blankenship

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

2 days ago, Michael Blankenship

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

3 days ago, Michael Blankenship

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

3 days ago, WMS

Start Time June 2 at 8:00am at Dellinger Park. Summer Runs. Contact Coach Forbes robert.forbes@bartow.k12.ga.us or Coach Parker amber.parker@bartow.k12.ga.us. 6th-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

4 days ago, Michael Blankenship

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

4 days ago, WMS

A red book with white lettering titled "We are Wildcats" placed on a wooden surface.

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

5 days ago, Michael Blankenship

Calling all rising 7th graders (current 6th graders)! We have a few remaining spots for our BCSS STEM Summer Camp. You won’t want to miss this “STEM Leader Academy” this year.

7 days ago, WMS

**ADA-compliant alt text (clear, structured, and concise):** Flyer titled “Bartow’s STEM Innovation Leader Academy,” promoting a summer STEM camp for students in grades 2–6. The flyer includes multiple colorful sections describing program options. Top text invites students to explore technology, become leaders in their school, and participate in one- or two-week sessions. Cost is $175 per week, and space is limited. Program options include: * **Soccer Drones:** Students explore sports technology and use drones to simulate scoring goals, inspired by the FIFA World Cup. * **littleBits (Electronics Lab):** Students build and program electronic projects using modular components, learning coding and engineering concepts. * **Esports and Game Design:** Students explore gaming, game design, shoutcasting, and event production. * **Video and Animation:** Students create videos or animation projects through planning, filming, and editing. * **Podcasting:** Students learn scriptwriting, design, and audio editing to produce their own podcast. * **Sphero RVR+ Robotics:** Students program robots to complete missions involving survival, engineering, and problem-solving. Schedule details: * June 15–18, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. * June 22–25, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Additional information: * Open to Bartow County students currently in grades 2–6 * Students choose interest pathways and participate in two per week * Payment details provided after acceptance; payment due by April 1 Location: Bartow County STEM Innovation Center, 738 Grassdale Road, Cartersville. A QR code is included for registration, labeled “Registration for Paid Weeks Now Open.” Contact information: Questions can be emailed to <bcss.stemcamp@bartow.k12.ga.us>.

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

10 days ago, Michael Blankenship

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

10 days ago, WMS

WMS Students of the Month for May 2026, with the theme ‘Leadership.’ Honorees listed by grade: sixth grade, Avery Ensley and Lilliana Cook; seventh grade, Champ Beck and Emmilyn Young; eighth grade, Nolan Robillard and Sophia Cable. Connections honorees are Ryanne Johnson, Juniper Roach, and Morgan Deshon. The flyer states that students will be recognized on May 19 at 9:15 a.m. in the Learning Hub, and that parents are invited to attend.

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

10 days ago, WMS

“Flyer congratulating WMS Students of the Month for April 2026, with the theme ‘Patience.’ Honorees listed by grade: sixth grade, Zackary George and Jaxon Street; seventh grade, Kamila Vigniero and Coltin Donner; eighth grade, Jocelyn Duncan and Madison Rowell. Connections honorees are Grayson McNulty, Matthew Ramos, and Avery Lipscomb. The flyer notes that students will be recognized on May 19 at 9:15 a.m. in the Learning Hub, and that parents are invited to attend.”

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

11 days ago, Michael Blankenship

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

11 days ago, Michael Blankenship

Here is our week #2 Testing Schedule. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

11 days ago, Michael Blankenship

Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week started early at WMS. Our staff was treated to a Baked Potato Bar and salad from Texas Roadhouse in Cartersville on Thursday. A huge thank you to Texas Roadhouse. We appreciate all of our community partners and sponsors. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

11 days ago, Michael Blankenship

Last Friday was Lunchroom Super Hero Day! We certainly have a group of super heroes working in our cafeteria. They provide the very best breakfast and lunch around for our students and staff. And their customer service cannot be matched. We are so glad to have these ladies on our team. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

11 days ago, Michael Blankenship

Our PBIS Rewards Student of the Week for last week is Kesslyn Ledford. Congratulations and thanks for practicing The Woodland Way. Who will win this week? #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

11 days ago, Michael Blankenship

WMS Family: Check out what is happening this week at Woodland Middle School. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

11 days ago, Michael Blankenship

This week at a glance. Milestones Schedule.

The Woodland Singers competed at Music in the Parks today and received a superior rating, 1st place middle school treble group and 1st place overall middle schools today! So proud of their hard work!

13 days ago, Michael Blankenship