📣 Wakulla Middle School Cheer Tryouts are coming up! Do you love to dance, cheer, and show your school spirit? This is your chance to be part of something fun, positive, and unforgettable! ✨ Ready to challenge yourself and be part of a team? WMS Cheer is about confidence, commitment, and growth. If you’re willing to work hard, support others, and have fun doing it, cheer tryouts are for YOU! Come show us your energy, attitude, and effort. We can’t wait to see you there! 💃🎀 📌 Mandatory Parent Meeting: March 2, 2026 | WMS Library | 3:00 PM 📣 Tryouts: March 9th-13th 2026 ⭐ Time: 3:00–6:00 PM
Attention WMS Families: There will be a Bright Futures Scholarship Information Event on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00 am. You may RSVP with the QR code on the flyer(s) provided.
To be held at: TSC, Turner Auditorium
444 Appleyard Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32404
Spring Sports Tryout Reminder 🏃♂️⚾️🥎
Students planning to try out for spring sports—please remember that you MUST have your EL2 and EL3 forms AND a completed physical on file before you are allowed to participate in tryouts.
If you are participating in baseball tryouts, you must also have a copy of the baseball contract signed by parents and student.
🚨 No forms = no tryout participation.
If you have questions or need help, stop by the front office.
Let’s be prepared and have a great spring sports season! 💪🏆
🥎 Softball Tryouts Are Coming Up! 🥎 📅 Tryouts: Monday & Tuesday, January 12th–13th ⏰ 2:30–4:30 PM 📣 Parent Meeting (For families of students who make the team): Thursday, January 15th ⏰ 4:30–5:00 PM ➡️ Not mandatory, but strongly encouraged, especially for players who are new to the program We’re excited to get the season started and see our athletes in action! 💪🥎 Go Wildcats! 🐾
There is a Baseball interest meeting Tuesday, January 6 in the WMS Gym from 6:00-7:00 pm. Interested students and parents should plan to attend.
📚 We’re Looking for a Dedicated Intensive Reading Teacher! 📚
We know it’s the middle of the school year—but our students’ growth can’t wait. We are seeking a passionate, committed Intensive Reading teacher who believes in meeting students where they are and helping them build the skills and confidence they need to succeed.
This role is perfect for an educator who:
✨ Is dedicated to literacy and student growth
✨ Understands the urgency and impact of intervention
✨ Is flexible, compassionate, and student-centered
✨ Is ready to make a difference right now
If you (or someone you know) have a heart for reading, intervention, and changing lives—we need you. Our students deserve a teacher who is all in, even mid-year.
📩 Please reach out or share this post to help us find the right fit!
Dear Wakulla County School Families,
As we head into the holiday break, Wakulla County Schools would like to wish our students, families, and staff a safe, peaceful, and happy holiday season.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support throughout the semester. We hope the days ahead bring rest, joy, and meaningful time with those you love. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the new year.
All Schools and District offices will be closed Monday, December 22, 2025 through Friday, January 2, 2026. Faculty and staff will return Monday, January 5, 2026. Students will return Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Happy Holidays from all of us at Wakulla County Schools!
🌟 Congratulations to our December Honorees! 🌟
Wakulla County Schools is proud to recognize our December Teachers and Employee of the Month:
🍎 Amanda Heller – Riversink Elementary School Teacher of the Month
🍎 Katherine Harris – Wakulla Middle School & District Office Teacher of the Month
⭐ Regina Mitchell – Riversink Elementary School Employee of the Month
Thank you for the care, professionalism, and heart you bring to Wakulla County Schools. Your impact is felt every day by students, families, and staff.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
⚽❤️So Proud of Our Girls Soccer Team! ❤️⚽
We are incredibly proud to celebrate our girls soccer team for an undefeated season and an amazing run to the championship game, finishing as second in the league!
This team showed heart, determination, and teamwork every step of the way. Their hard work, discipline, and commitment to one another were evident all season long and made our school community so proud.
Congratulations to our players and coaches on an outstanding season—your effort, resilience, and sportsmanship truly represent what it means to be a Wildcat! 👏⚽
8th Grade Night for Basketball is tonight, December 16. Both teams are going up against Trinity. The Action starts at 5:00 pm for the Girls' team and 6:00 pm for the Boys' Team. Come out and support our players!
🎶 Winter Band Concert 🎶
What a wonderful evening celebrating the arts at WMS! The Winter Band Concert was a true showcase of talent, dedication, and creativity. Our students impressed us all with their hard work, growth, and confidence on stage—every note reflected countless hours of practice and commitment.
A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Jarvis for her passion, leadership, and unwavering support of our band program. Her dedication to music education continues to inspire students and enrich our school community.
The arts play such an important role in helping students express themselves, build discipline, and work together as a team—and tonight was a beautiful reminder of that impact. Bravo to our band students and thank you for sharing your talents with us! 🎺🎷🥁
District-Wide Early Release Reminder – Friday, December 19
We would like to remind our families that Friday, December 19, 2025, will be an Early Release Day for all Wakulla County Schools as we begin Holiday Break.
Thank you for your partnership and for helping plan ahead as we wrap up the semester and prepare for early dismissal.
⚾️ WMS Baseball Interest Meeting! ⚾️
Wildcats, it’s almost baseball season! If you’re interested in being part of the WMS Baseball Program, join us for our Baseball Interest Meeting on January 6th at 6:00 PM in the Wildcat Gym.
The coaching staff will cover expectations, scheduling, tryout information, and everything you need to know before the season begins.
Tryouts will be held January 13th–14th from 2:40–5:30 PM, with a possible third day on January 15th if needed.
We’re excited to kick off another great season—come see what Wildcat Baseball is all about! ⚾️❤️
Contact Information
Athletic Director: Bill Peck – william.peck@wcsb.us
Baseball Coach: Justin Pichard – justin.pichard@wcsb.us
🎉🐝 Congratulations to Our Spelling Bee Champion, Siris McKenzie! 🐝🎉
We are incredibly proud to announce that Siris McKenzie is the winner of this year’s Schoolwide Spelling Bee! Siris impressed us all with outstanding focus, confidence, and an amazing display of spelling talent.
Thank you to all of our participants who represented their ELA classes so well—your hard work and courage made this event truly special. And a huge shout-out to our families and teachers for supporting our students every step of the way.
Way to go, Siris! 🌟
Your WMS family is so proud of you!
🎄 Wakulla Middle School Holiday Dress Down Week! 🎄
Get ready Wildcats—it’s time to bring the holiday cheer! 🎅✨
From December 15th–19th, we’re celebrating with a full week of festive dress-up days. All outfits must follow school dress code.
Here’s what’s happening each day:
🎁 Monday 12/15 – Holiday Pajama Day
Wear your coziest full-length holiday PJs! (No shorts, tanks, or gowns.)
🎄 Tuesday 12/16 – Holiday Headwear Day
Break out those elf hats, antlers, Santa caps, and festive accessories!
🎉 Wednesday 12/17 – Ugly Sweater Day
The uglier, the better! Let’s see those holiday sweaters shine.
✨ Thursday 12/18 – Christmas Colors
Show your class spirit!
6th Grade – Wear White
7th Grade – Wear Green
8th Grade – Wear Red
🧣 Friday 12/19 – Flannel/Plaid Day
Get comfy in your favorite flannel or plaid!
Let’s make this the merriest week of the year at WMS! ❤️💚✨
🌟 Huge Congratulations to Katherine Harris! 🌟
Wakulla Middle School is bursting with pride as our incredible School Social Worker, Katherine Harris, has been named District Employee of the Month!
Katherine is the heart of our campus — always advocating for students, supporting families, and stepping in wherever she’s needed with compassion, patience, and a smile. She goes above and beyond every single day, building connections that truly change lives.
We are so grateful for her dedication to our school community and the countless ways she makes WMS a better place for everyone.
Help us celebrate her well-deserved recognition! ❤️🐾
Congratulations, Katherine — WMS is lucky to have you! 🎉
Attention 8th Grade Parents/Guardians of students going on the 8th Grade Field Trip to Islands of Adventure. The next deposit of $65.00 is due Thursday, December 11. Contact Mrs. Miller if you have any questions (alaina.miller@wcsb.us.).
🌟 WE’RE HIRING! Join the Wildcat Family! 🌟
Wakulla Middle School is looking for a positive, student-centered paraprofessional to join our amazing team! If you love helping kids succeed, supporting teachers, and being part of a school community— this may be the perfect opportunity for you!
What We’re Looking For:
✨ Someone who’s patient, energetic, and ready to make a difference
✨ A team player who’s passionate about supporting student success
📚 Why WMS?
Because every day you’ll help change lives, lift up students, and be surrounded by staff who cheer each other on. Plus… we have fun!
If this sounds like YOU (or someone you know), click below to apply and join our incredible Wildcat team! 🐾💫
Attention 8th Grade Parents and Guardians: 8th Grade Tribute Ads for the Yearbook are due Friday, December 12. Please contact Jennifer Anderson if you have any questions.
Contact: 850-926-7143 or jennifer.anderson@wcsb.us
Contact: 850-926-7143 or jennifer.anderson@wcsb.us
Student Council is collecting socks and blankets for senior citizens from 12/1 - 12/12. The homeroom who brings in the most items will win a pizza party.
Thank you for helping us give back to our community!
