January 18, 2026
Good afternoon Western Alamance Middle School families,
As a reminder, we do not have school tomorrow in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 's birthday. This Tuesday and Wednesday are teacher workdays. We look forward to welcoming students to school on Thursday, January 22rd.
As we begin the 3rd quarter and 2nd semester, It is important that students remain focused on learning and continue to put forth their best effort in all classes.
PTO:The car rider raffle was a hit! The new tags have been sent home and are valid 1/22-3/18.
Thank you for your support in our faculty/staff/student basketball game! It was a huge success!
Valentine's Day is almost here! Show your love by purchasing a rose and a love note for $5. Order forms will go home Friday, January 23. The last day to order is Tuesday, February 10.
It’s time to put on your dancing shoes! Mark your calendars for Friday, February 20 for our Masquerade Ball! Admission is $10 and includes beads or glasses. Tickets go on sale during homeroom starting 1/22-2/19. No tickets will be sold the day of the event. Venmo & Cash accepted. Please see the sign up genius link below!
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CADA622A4F58-58827177-2026
Do you want to keep up with all things PTO @ WAMS? Follow us on Facebook!
ABSS Rezoning Information: ABSS is launching a district-wide attendance zone planning process focused on balanced enrollment, efficient transportation, and the long-term stability of our schools. Our district has evolved over time as some schools are over capacity, others have available space, and new housing continues to shift population patterns. This process will help us plan responsibly for the future. No maps have been created yet. Before any options are developed, we are gathering input from staff, families, and the community to understand the values and priorities that matter most.
How you can participate:
Community Voice Sessions (6:00 PM):
January 22 – Williams High School
January 28 – Southeast Alamance High School
A full timeline and ongoing updates are available on the Student Assignments Webpage.
Free and Reduced Lunch Application: Beginning Tuesday 10/7, if students have not submitted an application for this year 2025-2026, they will revert back to a full pay status.
Breakfast and lunch are not universally free for all students. If you would like your child to eat meals at school, you will either need to put money on their online account or you will need to secure a free/reduced lunch status by filling out the required form. Paper forms are available in the WAMS main office or you can fill it out online. Please make sure that you have been approved for free or reduced lunch or that your child has lunch money in their account.
Infinite Campus: As you are aware, ABSS transitioned from PowerSchool to a new student information system, Infinite Campus (IC), over the summer months. This new platform will now be used to access student schedules, grades, attendance, and more. On Monday, August 4, parents/guardians will receive a message from ABSS with instructions on how to create their Infinite Campus Parent Portal account. Please be sure to check your email to get started.
Become a Canvas Observer: Follow this link.
Athletics:
Basketball
No Games this week
Wrestling
No matches this week
Spring Sports:
To be eligible to try out for a fall sport, students must meet the following requirements:
Passed all classes during the 1st Semester.
Have no more than 13 total absences during the 1st Semester
Have a current physical and all required forms uploaded and approved in DragonFly Max
Please see one of our Physical Education Teachers if you are interested in playing Spring Sports.