• May 1-31 - Better Hearing and Speech Month
• May 1-31 - National Sight-Saving Month
• May 5 - Cinco de Mayo
• May 6-12 - National Physical Fitness & Sports Week
• May 6-12 - National Music Week
• May 6-12 - National Children's Book Week
• May 6-12 - National PTA Teacher Appreciation Week
• May 6-12 - School Nutrtition Employee Week
• May 7-17 - HS - STAAR EOC Window
• May 9 - Public School Paraprofessional Day
• May 10 - Employee Recognition Day/Early Release
• May 13 - Mother's Day
• May 20-26 - National Educational Bosses' Week
• May 28 - Memorial Day Holiday
• May 31 - Early Release: Last Day of School

• June 1-30 - National Safety Month
• June 1 - Teacher Prep Day/Bad Weather Day #1

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      Supply List/More Information See About Wilkinson Tab: School Supplies

• WMS 2011-2012 School Supply List (pdf)
• WMS 2011-2012 Art Supply List for 7th and 8th Grade (pdf)
• WMS 2011-2012 Art Supply List for 6th Grade (pdf)

      Calendar 2011-2012 School Year

• WMS 2011-2012 Calendar (pdf)

      Immunization/More Information See About Wilkinson Tab: Nurse's Notes

• Shot Information for Incoming 7th Graders (pdf)
• Important Immunization News (pdf)

      Athletics/Sports Schedules - More Information See About Wilkinson Tab: Athletics

• Lady Wildcats Athletics (pdf)
• 7th Grade Football Schedule 2011-2012 (pdf)
• 8th Grade Football Schedule 2011-2012 (pdf)
• 7th and 8th Grade Girls Basketball Schedule 2011-2012 (pdf)
• 7th Grade Boys Basketball Schedule 2011-2012 (pdf)
• 8th Grade Boys Basketball Schedule 2011-2012 (pdf)
• Cross Country Schedule 2011-2012 (pdf)

      Newsletters/More Information See About Wilkinson Tab: Newsletter

• WILDCAT NEWS - September 2011 (pdf)
• WILDCAT NEWS - September 2011/Athletics Special Edition (pdf)
• WILDCAT NEWS - November 2011 (pdf)
• WILDCAT NEWS - December 2011 (pdf)

      Attendance/More Information See About Wilkinson Tab

• Wilkinson Attendance Guildlines 2011-2012 (pdf)

      Fine Arts/More Information See Electives Tab

• Wildcat Band Calendar of Events 2011-2012 (pdf)
• Wildcat Orchestra Calendar of Events 2011-2012 (pdf)
• Wildcat Concert Choir Calendar of Events 2011-2012 (pdf)

      PTA/More Information See About Wilkinson Tab: PTA

• PTA 2011-2012 Calendar (pdf)

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• Online Free and/or Reduced Meal Application

• Free and/or Reduced Meal Program FAQ | En español

• Instructions for Applying | En español

• Free and/or Reduced Meal Program Application (PDF) | En español

Mesquite ISD provides free and reduced-priced cafeteria meals for students who qualify through the National School Breakfast and National School Lunch Programs.

Every student must re-apply each year, unless they receive

a letter explaining they are already approved.

Already approved for benefits (no application needed)

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)

will give the Food & Nutrition Service office a list of CURRENTLY ENROLLED MISD students receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (formerly known as the

Food Stamp Program). The Food & Nutrition office will add those students to the meal program without applying. A letter will be mailed before school starts to the family at the address on the district’s computer system notifying them the student(s) that have been added to the meal program. If you receive a Direct Certification letter do not complete

an online or paper application.

NEW Apply Online!

Early in August families may apply online anytime using an internet-enabled computer.

An application can be completed and submitted in minutes. The student will obtain

benefits quicker and the information is secure and confidential. Because of state requirements the schools will give each student a paper application the first week

of school, but it is not needed if you apply online.

To apply online have either the student’s district assigned identification number, that is

on report cards, OR social security number, which are highly recommended for quicker processing but not required. The name the student is enrolled with, not a short or nick name, the student’s birth date, school and grade are all required. You will receive a notification letter upon approval.

Click here to get started and follow the easy user-friendly steps.

Apply by downloading and printing the application

Dowload the application by clicking here. A high quality printer will be needed to print

a clear and precise application. The application will be scanned into an electronic format

if it is not printed clearly, and the application will be returned.

Returning Students

If a student was on the meal program at the end of the last school year, their benefit will continue until a new application is processed that eligibility will take effective immediately OR end on October 5, 2011.

For more information on applications for free or reduced-price meals, contact the Food

& Nutrition Services office at (972) 882-5512.

In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution

is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800)795-3272 or (202)720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

De acuerdo con la ley federal y con las normas del Departamento de Agricultura de Estados Unidos (USDA), esta institución tiene prohibida la discriminación por raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, edad o discapacidad. Para presentar una queja por discriminación, escriba a: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 ó llame al 1 (800) 795-3272 ó al (202) 720-6382 (TTY).

El USDA es un proveedor y empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

      In September, Mesquite ISD launched "Talk About It," an anonymous web-based messaging service that opens two-way lines of communication between middle school students and designated officials within their school.

      While the district already has many programs to help students deal with challenges such as bullying, stress, peer pressure and family problems, "Talk About It" helps break   the code of silence often experienced by students by allowing them to reach out to school officials anonymously for help.

      Students may log on to the service from any computer with internet access and have  the ability, on or off campus, to create positive connections with adults by messaging about topics of concern. Students can also use the service through cell phone texts. Faculty recipients are alerted in real-time  to new messages and have the opportunityto respond and safely bring resolution to student issues through an ongoing dialogue.

      All visitors to Wilkinson Middle School (parents, guardians, volunteers, contractors, etc.)

will now be required to present a valid state issued ID in the office. The ID number will be entered into the new V-Soft computer system. V-Soft helps track visitors, students, faculty, contractors and volunteers at our school, thus providing a safer, more monitored environment for the students. V-Soft also has the capability to provide alerts on people who may jeopardize the safety of the campus.

      We feel certain that this will help keep our campus a little safer, and ask for your cooperation in presenting a valid state ID when checking in at the school.

Thank you in advance for your help in this matter.

New T-Shirts Designs!

Prices:
$11.00 (S - XL)
$13.00 (2XL - 4XL)

Price: (Ladycats T-shirt)
$13.00 (S - XL)
$15.00 (2XL - 4XL)

Available for ORDER in the Front Office.
T-Shirts will have to be ordered not available for immediate purchase.

For more designs please click the About Wilkinson (tab) then click the WMS Store

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