Woodland Middle School

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

about 2 months ago, Michael Blankenship

Congratulations!

about 2 months ago, WMS

Students of the Month. April 2026. 6th: Zackary George, Jaxon Street. 7th: Kamila Vigniero, Coltin Donner. 8th: Jocelyn Duncan, Madison Rowell. Conn: Grayson McNulty, Matthew Ramos, Avery Lipscomb. Patience

Students of the Month. May 2026. 6th: Avery Ensley, Lilliana Cook. 7th: Champ Beck, Emmmilyn Young. 8th: Nolan Robillard, Sophia Cable. Conn: Ryanne Johnson, Juniper Roach, Morgan DeShon. Leadership.

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

2 months ago, Michael Blankenship

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

2 months ago, Michael Blankenship

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.

2 months 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 months 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

2 months ago, Michael Blankenship

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

2 months 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

2 months 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.

2 months 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.

2 months 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.

2 months 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

2 months ago, Michael Blankenship

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

2 months 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!

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months ago, Michael Blankenship

Here is our week #2 Testing Schedule. #TheWoodlandWayEveryStudentEveryDay

2 months 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

2 months ago, Michael Blankenship