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I just wanted to share a photo maybe for the school's social media/web site of the kids in French Club collecting toys and clothing for families this Christmas. The French Club worked with Auglaize County Jobs and Family Services and First United Methodist.
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Joseph Murray has only been with us for a short time, but he’s already making his mark. He is a second grader who always does his best with his schoolwork, and is always kind and respectful to others. Thank you for being courteous, Joseph, and thank you for being a Redskin!
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Yellow shirts adorn our students tonight as we keep Madyson, her family, her friends and her community close to hearts.
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Swim: Redskins open their season tonight at Findlay! Admission is Free, masks ARE REQUIRED. Meet can be watched online at https://team1sports.com/findlayhs
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Our hearts are heavy for our friends and neighbors in Spencerville tonight. We know too well that the loss of a student is something that impacts an entire community. We are wrapping you all in our thoughts of support.
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Natalie Davenport, a 5th grade, is very empathetic. When one of her classmates dropped their coil bowls and it broke Natalie gave one of hers to the student. Thank you for being sensitive to others, Natalie and thank you for being a Redskin!
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Today as we give thanks for all that we have, we count our school community as our greatest blessing. Thank you for your continued support of our students!
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The Board of Education also learned about the Middle School PBIS program. We appreciate the work that WMS has done and would like to congratulate them on their statewide recognition of achieving Bronze Status.
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Tonight, the Board of Education recognized, retiree, Tracy McDonald for her years of service in Food Service.
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Day 3 in Dc. We saw a lot of memorials and visited the Holocaust museum.
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We finished the day on Saturday at Medieval Times for dinner, and started at Mt. Vernon.
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Best of luck at Lourdes University for the eSports tournament today!
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DeLaney Jordan, is a senior whose presence will certainly be missed when she graduates. She exemplifies compassion and always stands us for what she thinks is right. Thanks for always being a cheerleader to your teachers and peers, DeLaney, and thank you for being a Redskin!
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The Wapakoneta students had a wonderful time at the Edgar Rene Spanish Concert! Edgar was nominated for a Latin Grammy and instead of going to Las Vegas for the awards last night, he chose to keep his commitment and come to Wapakoneta!
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We are going to Do a Facebook live on Wapakoneta City schools page for the wreath ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. It will be at approximately 12:10.
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2021/2022 yearbooks for grades 9-12 are available to preorder by visiting www.jostens.com or by contacting Mr. Johnson at the High School.
Order early as there is a price increase on orders placed on or after January 1st.
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WHS parents with children looking toward college in the next couple of years, this will take place this week!
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Zach Bishop is a great role model in and out of the classroom. He takes his classwork very seriously and manages the walking QR code reader for all of 3rd grade during recess time. Thanks for demonstrating superior leadership at all times, Zach and thanks for being a Redskin!
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The longstanding tradition of Redskin Revue is live and in person this year! Join our students in grades 5-12 as they perform multi-act theatrical entertainment that combines music, dance, and sketches!
Questions? Please contact Mrs. Lewis at lewima@wapak.org
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The new Picture Retake day for WMS will be on Monday November 15.
If your child was not at school on retake day at WES you are welcome to bring them to WMS between 8 and 10am
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