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Welcome to the Start of the 2025-2026 School Year!
Dear Willmar Middle School Families,
We are excited to share that we have had a wonderful start to the school year—things are already in full swing! It has been great to see the energy and enthusiasm our students bring to the building each day.
One highlight we are especially proud of is the incredible student participation in co-curricular activities this fall. We have 311 students involved, representing an 8% increase from last year. From athletics to music, clubs, and leadership opportunities, it’s inspiring to see our students discover new passions, build friendships, and contribute to the strong sense of community at WMS.
Thank you for all you do to partner with us in making Willmar Middle School a place where every student feels valued, challenged, and inspired to do their best. We are looking forward to a fantastic year ahead!
Principal Miley
**REMINDER**
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
Monday, October 13th from 4:00 pm-7:00 pm
Tuesday, October 14th from 4:00 pm-7:00 pm
Wednesday, October 15th from 7:30 am-11:00 am
NEW
NEW
Countdown to Success!
With the help and input of our staff and students, we’ve added a countdown clock to all hallway monitors to let everyone know when the next class begins. This simple change has been a real game-changer for staying on time and prepared. A big shout-out goes to
Lisa Wendlandt, WMS Technology Specialist, for making the technical side of this project a reality—
Thank you, Mrs. Wendlandt!
Picture Retake Day or students who did not have a picture taken during registration
Thursday, October 30th
The Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance
Every Monday morning our student council president announces the Pledge of Allegiance to our school along side Mr. Miley.
Dress Code Policy
We have updated the Willmar Public Schools Dress Code Policy district-wide. Click here to view the new 504 Student Dress and Appearance Policy
Meet our Culture Liaisons
Meet our Culture Liaisons
Dear families,
I'm Giovanna Madrid, the Spanish Cultural Liaison for the middle school. My job is to assist you with interpretation and translation to make communication between you and the school easier.
I'm here to answer your questions and make sure you feel welcomed and supported. You can contact me at (320) 212-5889 by phone, text, or WhatsApp. If I don't answer, please leave your name, your student's name, and a message, and I will get back to you soon.
As a reminder, if your student is sick or will be absent for any reason, please be sure to call or text me to inform me of the absence.
I look forward to meeting you and working together to support your children's success.
Queridas familias,
Soy Giovanna Madrid, la Enlace Cultural Hispana (Cultural Liaison) de la escuela secundaria. Mi trabajo es ayudarlos con interpretación y traducción para que la comunicación entre ustedes y la escuela sea más fácil.
Estoy aquí para responder sus preguntas y asegurarme de que se sientan bienvenidos y apoyados. Pueden contactarme al (320) 212-5889 por llamada, mensaje de texto o WhatsApp. Si no contesto, por favor dejen su nombre, el nombre de su estudiante y un mensaje, y les responderé pronto.
Como recordatorio, si su estudiante está enfermo o va a estar ausente por cualquier motivo, por favor asegúrense de llamarme o enviarme un mensaje para informar sobre la ausencia.
Estoy emocionada de conocerlos y de trabajar juntos para apoyar el éxito de sus hijos.
Giovanna Madrid
Hello families,
My name is Hafsa Moalim. I'm the Somali Cultural Liaison at the middle school.
My main goal is to be a bridge between our families and our school staff, ensuring that every family feels welcome, heard, and supported. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns. My email is moalimh@willmar.k12.mn.us and my phone number is (320-214-6011).
Magacaygu waa Hafsa moalim waxan ahy xiriiriyaha Dugsiga dhexe ee Willmar
Anigoo ah xiriiriyaha dhaqanka, ujeeddadaydu waa inaan noqdo buundo u dhexeysa qoysaska iyo shaqaalaha dugsiga.
Waxaan halkan u joogaa inaan hubiyo in qoys walba uu dareemo soo dhaweyn, in la maqlo, iyo in la taageero. Haddii aad qabto su’aal kusaabsan dugsiga waxaad igala soo xiriiri kartaa email [ moalimh@willmar.k12.mn.us] telefon (320-214-6011).
All School Assembly Happenings
All School Assembly Happenings
On October 2, we will hold an assembly with Terrence Talley from School Assemblies. His message will be about giving every student hope and empowering them to give hope to others.
Student Data Privacy Notice
Willmar Public Schools uses a variety of digital resources and tools to support student learning. For reference purposes, we refer to these resources and tools as “Technology Providers,” as they are defined in Minnesota statute. Our district takes great pride in ensuring that student information and academic data is protected to the highest of standards. Our technology/teaching and learning staff routinely evaluate providers utilized for digital assessment, online testing, digital curriculum resources, and digital curriculum activities to ensure that contractual requirements that ensure the safety.
As a part of our ongoing process to inform you of the safety and privacy of the data that is held by technology providers utilized by our district, we have made a listing of the Technology Providers utilized within the school district available for your review. Included in this listing you will find the data elements that the resource stores and utilizes as well as the grade levels in which the resource is authorized for use in.
Please visit: http://www.willmar.k12.mn.us/SDP to access the current listing of Technology Providers that we utilize. Please reach out to Jason Hulstein by email hulsteinj@willmar.k12.mn.us or phone 320-231-8545 for additional questions regarding specific digital tools used in classrooms, or if you would like to arrange for an in person appointment to inspect any of our Technology Provider contracts.
Important Dates
Important Dates
October 15th NO SCHOOL (Teacher In-Service Day)
October 16th & 17th NO SCHOOL-Fall Break
Educational Benefits Application
Beginning this year, all PreK-Grade 12 students will receive free breakfast and lunch regardless of income! While this is exciting news for all of our families, we need your help to continue to receive federal funding by completing the Educational Benefits Application. In addition to potential funding, students could qualify for discounted athletic fees, college application fees, and funding for internet access. We ask all families to complete the educational benefits application today by clicking here!
Guidelines for Home Varsity Football Games
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, Willmar Public Schools is implementing the following expectations at all home football games:
Students in Pre-K–8 must attend with an adult and remain seated in the stands.
No balls or other game equipment allowed.
Admission ends after the 3rd quarter (no entry in the 4th without admin approval).
No re-entry without administrative approval.
No loitering on school grounds, including parking lots and green spaces.
Thank you for your support as we work to create a positive game-day environment for all.
Winter Activities
Willmar Middle School offers a variety of activities for students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Please use this link to see more information about each activity, including which grades can participate, the coach's contact information, and each activity’s start date.
Registration fee is $20 (per activity).
● Boys Basketball (Grades 7 & 8)
● Girls Basketball (Grades 7 & 8)
● Wrestling (Grades 6-8)
● Boys Swimming (Grades 7 & 8)
● Cardettes (Grades 7 & 8)
● Nordic Ski (Grades 6-8)
● Gymnastics (Grades 7 & 8)
● Speech (Grades 6-8)
● Knowledge Bowl (Grades 7 & 8)
Willmar Middle School
CONCERT DATES
2025-2026
NOVEMBER
20th – Thursday 6th – 8th Grade Orchestra; WEAC @ 7:00 p.m.
DECEMBER
18th – Thursday 6th,7th & 8th Grade Bel Canto, Legacy & Jr. Cardinal Choir; WEAC @ 7:00 p.m.
JANUARY
22nd – Thursday 6th Grade Band; WEAC @ 7:00 p.m.
26th – Monday 7th–8th Grade Band; WEAC @ 7:30 p.m.
FEBRUARY
TBD 8th Grade Orchestra Festival
MARCH
5th – Thursday MS Musical; WHS BPAC @ 7:00 p.m.
6th – Friday MS Musical; WHS BPAC @ 7:00 p.m.
7th - Saturday MS Musical; WHS BPAC @ 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
12th - Thursday Jazz Festival; WHS BPAC @ TBD
13th - Friday 7th & 8th Grade Band Solo/Ensemble Festival
MAY
4th – Monday 7th & 8th Grade Choir Concert; MS Gym @ 7:30 p.m.
11th – Monday 7th–8th Grade/Varsity Orchestra; WHS BPAC @ 7:30 p.m.
19th – Tuesday 6th Grade Band, Choir, Orchestra; MS Gym @ 7:00 p.m.
21st – Thursday 7th–8th Grade Band; MS Gym @ 7:30 p.m.
2025-2026DistrictCalendar.pdfPage updated
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