Deborah Romeo, Principal
Courtney Rowley, Assistant Principal
Rebecca Speicher, Assistant Principal of Student Services
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Dear WMS Families,
This week’s Bright Sides are brought to us by our performing arts programs! It has been an extraordinary week for these programs, and we are thrilled to share the remarkable achievements of our talented students.
Jazz Bands Shine at MAJE
Congratulations to both of our WMS jazz bands for their outstanding performances at the Massachusetts Association for Jazz Education (MAJE) competition last week. Their dedication and artistry were on full display. The Tuesday Band was awarded a Silver Medal, and the Thursday Band was awarded a Gold Medal. We extend a sincere thank you to our student musicians and Mr. Benson for their hard work and for representing Wayland Middle School and our community with such distinction.
Drama Success at METG Festival
Our WMS Drama department also enjoyed a triumphant day at the Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild (METG) Festival this past Saturday, May 9th. Represented by a dedicated team of twelve technical theater students and twenty-eight actors, our production of The Day the Internet Died earned a Gold Medal. Additionally, twelve students were honored with individual All-Star Company Awards.
Congratulations to the entire cast and crew, and a special thank you to Ms. Lopez and Ms. Summergrad for their expert guidance and leadership in bringing this production to such a successful conclusion.
Looking Ahead: Math MCAS Testing
This week, our students will focus on the Math MCAS assessments, which will take place on Tuesday and Thursday. To ensure every student feels confident and prepared, please keep the following in mind:
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Rest: A good night’s sleep is essential for focus and stamina.
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Technology: Students must bring their Chromebooks fully charged each morning.
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Supplies: We recommend students bring a water bottle and a healthy snack for personal consumption.
As always, our doors are open. Whether you have questions, concerns, or simply want to share in the excitement of our students' many accomplishments, we encourage you to reach out. Thank you for your continued support of our school community!
Deborah, Courtney, and Rebecca
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Tuesday, May 12th and Thursday, May 14th: Math MCAS Grades 6-8
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Friday, May 15th: 6th grade field trip to APEX
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Thursday, May 21st and Friday May 22nd: 7th Grade 'Wonder Day' trips. Cape Cod day trip and Kayaking/Outdoor Picnic and Play (7th grade students participate on both days).
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Thursday, May 21st: WMS Multicultural Potluck sponsored by the WMS School Council 6:00-7:30 PM
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Friday, May 29th: 8th grade to Boston for the production of Romeo and Juliet
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Wednesday, June 3rd: 8th grade to Worcester for WooSox game
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Thursday, June 4th: WMS Chorus Concert 7:00 PM at WMS
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Friday, June 5th: Honors Chambers Orchestra, Jazz Band and Select Chorus tour the elementary schools; return time 2:00 PM
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Monday, June 8th: WMS Orchestra Concert 7:00 PM at WMS
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Tuesday, June 9th: WMS Band Concert 7:00 PM at WMS
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Thursday, June 11th: 7th & 8th grade orchestra, band and chorus attend all-day Music Festival
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Friday, June 12th: 8th grade Kimball Farms trip
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Monday, June 15th: 6th grade orchestra to the The Children's Way 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM
**The last day of school for students is Tuesday, June 23, 2026 **
The Grade 8 Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
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We are thrilled to announce that this year’s Moving On Ceremony will be held at Wayland High School (WHS)! This move allows us to comfortably accommodate our large 8th-grade class and, most importantly, allows us to invite two family members per student to attend.
Event Details
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Date: Tuesday, June 23rd
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Time: 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
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Location: Wayland High School Theater
Morning Logistics & Arrival
To ensure a smooth start, please note the following timing:
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Drop-off (8:15 AM – 8:30 AM):
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Bus Students: Will be dropped off directly at WHS.
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Car Drop-off, Walkers, and Bike Riders: Please ensure your student arrives at WHS during this window.
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Supervision: 8th-grade homeroom teachers will be on-site to greet and supervise students upon arrival.
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Guest Entry: The theater doors open at 8:40 AM for family members.
- Ceremony Start: The ceremony begins promptly at 9:00 AM.
- Note: If you arrive after 9:00 AM or if the theater reaches capacity, the ceremony will be simulcast live in the WHS Commons.
- Carpooling is encouraged, and if you live close to WHS, please consider walking.
Students are welcome to leave with their families immediately following the event.
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WMS Drama had an amazing and enriching day at the METG Festival at Dedham Middle School on Saturday, May 9th! There were 6 other schools in attendance and the quality of the productions was excellent. There was much joy and support between the schools and all the students.
The production was led by Kelly Lopez, 9 chaperones along with Assistant Director Anna Summergrad and Tech Director George Marcincavage. The production was run by 12 Tech Theatre students and 28 actors performing. All students rose to the occasion and executed the best performance of the show! We The feedback we received was wonderful, especially for the technical theatre excellence.
Twelve individuals involved in the show were given All-Star Company Awards. However, the judges reminded reminded the production team that an award for one is an award for all, as it takes every single person involved in the production to make each person shine.
All-Star Company Awards
- Stage Manager - Zoe Adwin
- Set Crew - Kiera Jalandoni, Sophie Guo, Max LaPenta, Saaral Sekhar, Kaia Beebe, Logan Davis, Cade Hines, Isaac Pratt, Zayna Thacker
- Character of Betty - Alexandra Gruber
- Character of Herbert Stenz - Nadav Reichman-Weesner
Ms. Lopez expressed, "As a teacher, some of the most gratifying moments came offstage when our 8th graders, many of whom are doing their 8th or 9th show during their time at WMS, led the group moments before we go to 'places' with their kind words of admiration, support and love for each other, and the experience they have had together."
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WYFS is excited to bring our community together through a seasonal clothing swap initiative. We are currently accepting gently used clothing for all ages and sizes. Our goal is to hold two seasonal swaps, Fall/Winter and Spring/Summer, to help ensure access to essential, weather-appropriate attire for everyone. Starting the week of May 18th, a donation bin will be available at Wayland Middle School. Thank you for helping us make this effort a success!
Together, we can support one another—one outfit at a time!
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Our School Council is focusing its efforts this year on creating joy, connection, and belonging. The Council is organizing a Potluck that will take place on Thursday, May 21st from 6:00-7:30pm in the middle school cafeteria.
We're so excited to share favorite dishes from across our Wayland community. If you plan on attending, please complete this RSVP as soon as you are able. Bringing a dish is not a requirement for participation. Please note: this is a family event so at least one caregiver should be present with children who attend.
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 course recommendations for students who are currently in grade 6 and students who are currently in grade 7 at WMS will be available for viewing in PowerSchool starting on Wednesday, April 29th after 12:00. Please see below for the screenshot of how to navigate PowerSchool for course recommendations.
For students currently in 6th grade, there will only be a math recommendation. For students currently in 7th grade, there will be a math recommendation and a science recommendation.
If a parent/caregiver wishes to request a change in the course recommendation please contact the curriculum leader for that department. The curriculum leader for math is Ms. Poulo
All course change requests initiated by parents/caregivers for current 6th and 7th graders are due on Wednesday, May 13th.
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An email from Wayland Public Schools Transportation Office was sent to parents/caregivers on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 for students in grades K-11 for Wayland bus routes (please check your Spam).
Please complete the registration form for each student, indicating whether that student will need school bus transportation for the 2026-2027 year. School Bus Registration closes on June 30, 2026.
Note: METCO and Kindergarten transportation registration will be communicated on a later date.
Questions??: please contact Wayland_Registration@waylandps.org
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Please find below the upcoming schedule for the MCAS testing in May for WMS students. |
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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When: 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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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: Elyse Armendariz
Grade: 8
Medium: Clay & Acrylic
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Contact:
Andrea Winkler - PTO President
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Thank you to all of the WMS families who contributed food, gift cards and time during last week’s staff appreciation week! Special thanks to Jen Lux, Shirra Baston, Lindsay Hanson, Andrea Winkler, Chris Carducci, Lynn Pogoreic, Tonya Cunningham and Heather Grimmett for setting up last week’s events, and to all the students who took time to write kind notes for WMS staff!
We treated staff to personalized WMS magnets, a freezer full of frozen treats on a warm day, a tasty breakfast, hundreds of kind notes from students and a gift card raffle, plus thank you gifts for our nurses, custodians, kitchen staff, school resource officer and comfort dog Archie.
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Join our amazing group of volunteers! We have several board and committee positions available that fit many different schedules. Please fill out our short survey if you would like to volunteer. You can view the various roles and descriptions within the document.
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