Washington Middle School

Dear WMS Families,

As we continue through the fall season, we want to remind you that students go outside for recess each day, weather permitting. Please ensure your child comes to school dressed appropriately for outdoor conditions.
Students should have:

A jacket or coat suitable for current temperatures
Layers that can be added or removed as needed
Appropriate footwear for potentially wet or muddy conditions

Outdoor time is an important part of our students' day, providing physical activity and a mental break that supports learning and well-being. We appreciate your partnership in helping students come prepared.

Thank you for your continued support.

WMS/ILES Boys Basketball Information Update: The open gym scheduled for tomorrow 10/16 at WMS has been canceled. 7th/8th Grade boys basketball tryouts will be on Monday 10/20. 7th Grade tryouts will be from 4-6 and 8th Grade tryouts will be from 6-8. Please make arrangements for your own transportation.

Family Friendly Event: Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum Presents : Abe’s Haunted Hallow | Oct 25


Details:

It's about to get spooky at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum!

Ghosts and goblins will prowl the halls when the museum transforms into Abe's Haunted Hollow from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25.

Guests can play games and win prizes, take eerie photos with our special selfie station, walk through a giant pumpkin, dance to the music of DJ Dino-mite, and even join a séance with Mrs. Lincoln!

The first 500 children receive a gift bag that includes a lighted Halloween wand!

Abe's Haunted Hollow is free to attend. Advance registration is not required.

Come in your favorite costume for all the fun in the museum and grab a spot afterwards for downtown Springfield's Halloween parade, which passes by the ALPLM.

8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 9am

Picture Day is Coming!
September 29, 2025

Orders can be placed at https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/.

Culver's Fundraiser! Dine at Culver's on Wabash Ave from 5-8pm tonight. Proceeds support Washington Middle School!

There will be an open gym for any 6th grade boy who attends Iles or WMS that is interested in playing basketball tomorrow 9/9 from 4-6 in the gym at Washington. Please make arrangements for your own transportation.

WMS/Iles 6h Grade Girls Basketball team will practice 9/8, 9/9, 9/11 and 9/12 from 2:30 - 4:00 in the WMS Gym.

WMS Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser

• Start: September 02, 2025, 9:00 AM
• End: September 06, 2025, 9:00 AM

Prices start at $11.
Popcorn ships directly to buyers.

What You Need to Do:
1. Download the Double Good app
2. Enter Event Code: AYHEVU
3. Create your Pop-Up Store

Top 5 Sellers Win a Prize!

https://aptg.co/zt_ZV_

WMS/Iles 6th Grade Girls Basketball will be held this Thursday 8/28/25 in the Washington Middle School gym from 2:30 - 4:00. There will be an activity bus to take you home after practice.

The JMS/WMS baseball game scheduled for tonight in Greenview has been moved to Rotary (4501 W. Iles) field #3 and it will now be played at 4:30.

The WMS/JMS baseball game scheduled for tonight 8/18 has been canceled due to the heat. We are in the process of rescheduling this game.

First Day of School Monday, Aug 18. Doors Open at 7:30 am. Classes start at 8:00 am.

HERE ARE SOME IMPORTANT DATES AS WE MOVE INTO THE SCHOOL YEAR!

Please join us for our first-ever district-wide Back-to-School event.

This event is designed to bring families, educators, and community partners together to celebrate the start of a new school year—and we'd love to have you join us!

Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
🕒 Time: 3:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Springfield Public Schools Administrative Office – 3063 Fiat Ave., Springfield, IL

This family-friendly event will feature:
School supply and backpack giveaways
Music
Food and treats
A variety of exhibitors sharing valuable information and resources for families and educators!

Think you've got game? Prove it. Join the Springfield Capitols Esports Summer Clinic — a free one-day camp for incoming 8th & 9th graders! Saturday, July 26 9 AM – 3 PM Lanphier High School Lunch provided Hang out with the Springfield Capitols Esports team, sharpen your skills, and see what competitive gaming is all about. Whether you're a casual player or ready to level up, this is your chance to get in the game. Register : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZSrGXTuhFRsxfg0MktWKlqeFrsPkjsN9WgBHAWz59m5HbpQ/viewform

Please join us for our first-ever district-wide Back-to-School event. This event is designed to bring families, educators, and community partners together to celebrate the start of a new school year—and we'd love to have you join us! Event Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025 🕒 Time: 3:00–7:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Springfield Public Schools Administrative Office – 3063 Fiat Ave., Springfield, IL This family-friendly event will feature: School supply and backpack giveaways Live student performances Food and treats A variety of exhibitors sharing valuable information and resources for families and educators!