Deborah Romeo, Principal
Courtney Rowley, Assistant Principal
Rebecca Speicher, Assistant Principal of Student Services
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Greetings Wayland Middle School Caregivers,
One Bright Side of last week was the start of our spring caregiver conferences. Caregivers and homeroom partners met in person or virtually to celebrate student learning and discuss students skills that are important for all students to possess. We look forward to the second day of conferences on March 25th. Special thanks to our PTO for supporting our educators on conference days by bringing their special style of March Madness to WMS.
Many thanks to our 8th grade homeroom partners and Ms. Bernstein for supporting our 8th grade students as they embark on course selection for high school. The work done with students during Wednesday’s TAG combined with the visit from high school counselors the previous week created a high school connection and provided students with critical information.
On Friday, our 6th grade students enjoyed a fun-filled and educational trip to the Museum of Science in Boston. A real highlight of the trip was the students’ opportunity to explore the museum, visiting exhibits of interest within their small groups. These small groups were thanks to the 30+ caregiver volunteers who joined our 6th grade staff members for this field trip. Many thanks to Ms. Hagan and Ms. Prasad for creating this meaningful opportunity for caregiver connection with our students and their learning.
The WMS staff and I are thankful for your support of our students and their learning. As always, our doors are always open. Whether you have questions, concerns, or simply want to share in the excitement of the school year, we encourage you to reach out.
Deborah, Courtney, and Rebecca
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Monday, March 23rd: Sports Registration Closes (see below WMS Spring Sports are Here)
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Monday, March 23rd - Friday, March 27th: WMS Spirit Week (see details below)
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Wednesday, March 25th: Caregiver Conferences 2:30-5:10 PM
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Friday, April 3rd: Good Friday NO SCHOOL
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Tuesday, April 7th and Thursday, April 9th: ELA MCAS Grades 6-8
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Monday, April 20th - Friday, April 24th: Spring Break NO SCHOOL
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Wednesday, April 30th: Super Wednesday, dismissal at 12:20 PM
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Based on student survey results, our Spirit Week will include the following theme days:
- Monday, March 23rd: Pajama Day
- Tuesday, March 24th: Favorite Sport/Team Day
- Wednesday, March 25th: Homeroom Day
- Thursday, March 26th: Favorite Hoodie Day
- Friday, March 27th: Summer Theme Day
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Please find below the upcoming schedule for the MCAS testing in April and May for WMS students. |
Our School Council is focusing its efforts this year on creating joy, connection, and belonging. The Council is organizing a Multicultural Potluck that will take place on Thursday, May 21st.
Many thanks to our caregiver School Council members, Shaylanna Graham, Larina Mehta, Alexandra Ryan, Dina Sorour, Elizabeth Wuerz, and our staff School Council members Bethann Monahan and Pete Curran.
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The 6th and 7th Grade Community Service Clubs are partnering with 8th grader Selin Yardibi and Project 351 to do a collection for CradlestoCrayons.
Please consider donating gently used clothing for ages newborn to twelve. There is a box in the lobby at WMS for all donations.
Thank you in advance for considering and donating!
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Congratulations to our student artists selected for the Massachusetts Youth Art Month Virtual Exhibit:
- Asher A.
- Gabe A.C.
- Red C.
- Quinn C.
- Emilia H.
- Simone O.
- Harper R.
- José S.
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Coaches:
Baseball coach: Dante Parseghian - dante_parseghian@waylandps.org
Softball coach: Hip Rivera - hipolito_rivera@waylandps.org
Volleyball coach: Pam Kainz - pam_kainz@waylandps.org
Track & Field coaches: Ingride Francoeur - ingride_francoeur@waylandps.org and Jake Haspel - jacob_haspel@waylandps.org
Joining the team:
2. Submit a current physical to the school nurse or SNAP Portal.
3. Athletic fees ($125) are not due until tryouts are completed. (Track and Field does not have tryouts - fees should be paid at the time of registration).
4. Registration will close on March 23, 2026. Please make sure registration is complete and physicals are submitted in a timely fashion.
Tryouts.
Baseball, softball and track and field will begin on Monday 4/2
Tryouts for baseball and softball are tentatively scheduled to start on 4/2 and will depend on field conditions.
Please read below for more detailed information related to practice times, “game day” expectations, and transportation.
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The Day the Internet Died
By Ian McWethy and Jason Pizzarello
On a sunny day in the town of Bloomington, a devastating occurrence happens. No, it’s not famine, or floods, or loss of your basic rights. The internet has gone down! And it will continue to be down! For a week! A whole week! Pandemonium! In a world that is so dependent on the internet for shopping, mailing, and posting pictures of cute babies, how will society function? Not well as it turns out...
REHEARSALS:
M, T, Th & F 3:15 - 5:00, Last 2 weeks everyday until 5:30 pm
PERFORMANCES:
Friday, May 1st @ 7:00 PM
Wednesday, May 6th @ 3:30 PM
Saturday, May 9th All Day @ Stoughton MA
Part of the Massachusetts Educational Theatre Guilds' Middle School Festival
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The purpose of spring conferences this year is to discuss student skills across content areas and to celebrate student learning. Conferences will be driven by a reflection completed by each student related to specific student skills as well as the sharing of a “memorable piece of work”.
Student skills are critical to the development of successful and increasingly independent learners and as such, students benefit when educators and caregivers discuss students’ strengths and areas for growth in these skill areas. Student choice and reflection on a “memorable piece of work” creates a window into what motivates a student and what makes a student feel successful at school in an authentic way. It is important to note that “work” is broadly defined as a performance (in PE, drama, chorus, band, or orchestra) or a piece of work (an artistic creation, an assessment, a piece of writing, a project, etc) in order to honor all learning at school.
Conferences for caregivers will occur after school on March 25th with conference time slots beginning at 2:30 and ending at 5:00.
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Sarah Ward — March 24, 7:30 p.m.
Wayland High School Auditorium - Register for this event HERE
Wayland PTO and SEPAC are proud to host Sarah Ward, an internationally recognized expert in executive function. With more than 25 years of experience supporting individuals with ADHD, autism, and other learning differences, she has consulted with over 2,000 schools worldwide, serves as adjunct faculty at the Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions, and has provided EF training to Wayland Public Schools teachers and staff over the past year.
Attendees will leave with practical, proven strategies to help students strengthen executive functioning skills such as organization, planning, and independence.
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When: April 14, and May 12, 2026
Where: First Parish, 225 Boston Post Road, Wayland – in person only
Who: For parents and other adults who live, work, worship or send their child(ren) to school in Wayland.
Cost: Free
Registration: Registration is required. Attendance at all four sessions is encouraged but not required. REGISTER
About: Ever find yourself avoiding a conversation because it feels too awkward, too charged, or too likely to go sideways? This four-session workshop is an invitation to do the opposite—with skill, confidence, and care.
Together, we’ll build practical tools for real-life and online conversations, especially with people whose experiences or perspectives differ from our own. In a supportive, low-stakes setting, you’ll practice showing up with curiosity, self-awareness, and empathy—even when things feel uncomfortable or you don’t agree.
The series will be led by jamele adams, a gifted educator, facilitator, and community peacemaker. Across four in-person sessions, participants will practice empathetic listening, learn from one another, and build trust and connection. Participants will also help shape the series by choosing the discussion topic for each session, ensuring the conversations reflect what matters most to the group.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll walk away with concrete, usable tools for engaging across differences—without losing connection or respect. Whether you’re deeply experienced in these conversations or just beginning, you’ll find a welcoming space to learn, reflect, and grow together—and to strengthen the fabric of the Wayland community.
This program is sponsored by the Wayland Public Schools and the Wayland Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee (HRDEIC) and is made possible through the generous support of the Lydia Maria Child Fund of First Parish in Wayland.
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WaylandCAN is thrilled to invite you to a night with viral TED speaker and Ted Lasso writer, Dylan Marron!
Dylan is the creator and host of the acclaimed podcast Conversations with People Who Hate Me, a Webby Award–winning series praised by USA Today, The Guardian, Fast Company, and the Associated Press for its powerful exploration of empathy and human connection. His TED Talk, “Empathy Is Not Endorsement,” has been viewed millions of times worldwide, and he is currently a writer on the critically acclaimed series Ted Lasso.
This free, community-wide talk focuses on connecting across differences.
It will take place on March 30th at 7PM in the Wayland High School auditorium.
It's is open to all ages 11+ and will include **30 minutes of audience Q&A**.
****This is opportunity is being shared with the Greater Boston area and space is limited! **Sign up here and bring your middle and high school children - we're all in this together!****
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Thank you to all that have donated books for the book swap! Although the drive has ended, any books that would like another home at the middle school, continued donations are always welcome. |
Artist: Linden Ruoff
Grade: 6
Medium: Ink & Acrylic
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Contact:
Andrea Winkler - PTO President
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We still need your help! The WMS PTO is setting up March Madness-inspired snacks and trivia to keep staff fueled between back-to-back caregiver conferences on 3/25. Please sign-up here if you can contribute any food or prize items to help. (Who knew that round/orange food could be so fun?)
Please drop nonperishable items off at the following locations by Tues 3/24: Grimmett House (38 Standish Rd), Baston House (8 Brackett Rd), or to the WMS front office by 12pm on 3/25.
Please drop perishable items off at WMS by 12pm on 3/25.
Thank you!
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The PTO hosted a community meeting in late February to review results of the Spring 2025 Caregiver Survey and share what improvements are being made at WMS. Thank you to Heather Grimmett, Andrea Winkler and Dr. Romeo for preparing and presenting the results. Please see the presentation below.
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Stay up to date on school news, events and helpful reminders.
Look for “Wayland MS PTO” and request to join.
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