From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parent,

On behalf of the staff at West Middle School, welcome to our web page. The accomplishments of our staff and students are a great source of pride for me, as we work diligently to educate students. At West Middle School we provide students with many exciting opportunities for growth. We offer a variety of clubs and organizations, as well as a comprehensive intramural program.

Middle School can be a challenging time as students experience numerous physical, social and emotional changes. We realize that these changes can be difficult for everyone; however, our dedicated team of professionals will use our expertise to make this adjustment as smooth as possible.

We truly want to be partners in education with you. To that end, do not hesitate to contact us at any time.

Partners in Education,
Lori A. Jessen, Principal

The mission of the Fort Zumwalt School District is to assure that its students, regardless of ability or economic level, are provided an education in such a positive and safe learning environment that all reach their potential. A strong commitment is made to promote the virtues of democracy, citizenship, self-discipline, the work ethic and the need to respect all members of society.

About West Middle School

Located in the southwest quadrant of the Fort Zumwalt School District, our school, founded in 2001, is already rich in tradition. Home to 1,267 students, West Middle continues to grow. We are beginning our final phase of construction, as our classroom additions to the third story and sixth grade wings will begin this year. Plans to complete this project are in place for the 2007-2008 school year.

Fifty-nine percent of our students have earned honor roll recognition. Seventy-one students were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society in the spring of 2005. Striving to continue their own educational goals, 68% of our professional staff have earned a Masters Degree or better.

In conjunction with the Missouri Conservation Department our Outdoor Classroom was recognized as one of the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation Honorees at the middle school level!

We are proud to be the Home of the Wildcats, sporting the colors of antique gold and navy blue. And as always, West Middle is “a community where students and teachers are committed to educational excellence.”

Grades must represent how the student has met the objectives of the course and the level of achievement within the subject matter.

All teachers must base grades on the following percentages of the total points possible. This will ensure consistency from teacher to teacher and building to building.

• 95-100 = A
• 90-94 = A-
• 87-89 = B+
• 84-86 = B
• 80-83 = B-
• 77-79 = C+
• 74-76 = C
• 70-73 = C-
• 67-69 = D+
• 64-66 = D
• 60-63 = D-
• Below 60 = F (Failing)
• X = See Narrative
• N = Not being taught this quarter

Intramurals run from 3:05-4:05 p.m. Listen to the daily bulletin for dates. If you wish to participate in an intramural you must have a permission slip signed prior to the first meeting date. See your P.E. teacher or grade level office for permission slips. The activity bus is available for a $1 fee. Tickets to ride the activity bus may be purchased in the grade level offices before 1:00 p.m. the day you want to ride.

2007-2008 CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL

Art Club
Band
Builders’ Club
Choir Club
Computer Club
Drama Club
Fit for Life
Math Club
National Junior Honor Society
Newspaper
Science Club
Science Fair
Scrapbooking Club
Student Council
Talent Show
Technology Students Association
Trend
Yearbook

Listen to the daily bulletin for dates and where to pick up permission forms. If you wish to participate in a club or organization you must have a permission slip signed prior to the first meeting date. The activity bus will be available for those who meet after school. Cost is $1. Purchase a ticket in your grade level office before 1:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.