HIGH SCHOOL

Time to Get Involved

We are three weeks into school, so now is the time for students to get involved if they haven't already! Last Friday, the High School had a club promotion day where they showcased their clubs and honor societies. This was a great day for students to see what is open and available to them. With such a variety in the types of clubs that we have, all students can find something that will capture their interest. Not only do the clubs serve as a place where students can get involved, but they also have been designed so that students have a chance to give back since each organization has to have a community service component. For more information about the club offerings we have, please click here.

What do a dollar bill, a Coca-Cola can, and a Barbie doll have in common?

You may be surprised to learn that they are three markers used to describe the average size of premature babies. Preemies are just one of beneficiaries of the Children's Miracle Network, a non-profit charitable organization that provides $2.5 billion in uncompensated care each year to children facing cancer, organ transplants, and other serious illnesses, as well as training for 80% of all pediatric specialists.

The WPS Class of 2015 invites you to join us in our support of CMN on our fifth annual Miracle Jeans Day, Wednesday, September 10. For a donation of just $5, students, teachers and staff can wear jeans to school to show our support. All money raised stays right here in Central Florida, and our past donations have been used for purchasing everything from the tiniest preemie diapers, to complex pediatric trauma equipment. Wear jeans with your WPS shirt on September 10 and show your support for this miracle fundraiser!

*Donations accepted in cash or checks made out to Children's Miracle Network. Students must wear a WPS shirt with their jeans. Money must be paid by Tuesday, September 9. For more information, please contact Kimberly Souza.

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College Corner

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Upcoming Dates

September

05 - Pep Rally (Wear school colors: 9 - White, 10 - Red, 11 - Blue, 12 - Black)

09 - Miracle Jeans Day Donation Deadline

10 - Miracle Jeans Day

17 - Picture Day

19 - Conference Day (sign up with teachers)

20 - Mock SAT (sign up through Revolution Prep)

27 - Mock ACT (sign up through Revolution Prep)

Leslie Williams, Ph.D., Greg Pesicek, and the High School Team

Dear Middle School Families,

Four days make for a short, but busy week. We kicked off the month of September with our assembly for WPVA's Boosterthon fundraiser. Please help support this worthy endeavor. Our Color Run is scheduled for Thursday, September 11. Students are asked to come to school in a P.E. uniform with a regular uniform change of clothes.

Many Middle School Clubs are in full swing, with working lunches and missions in motion. Should you want further information about a specific club, please contact the listed advisor.

Also this week, Sixth Graders submitted their registration for our annual "Spirit of Unitas" trip. Seventh and Eighth Graders travel in the Spring; we are hosting a trip information meeting for parents on Wednesday, October 8 at 2:30 p.m. in the Learning Commons.

Yesterday, you received communication from your homeroom teachers regarding our first Conference Day, set for Friday, September 19. This is an excellent opportunity for the student, parent, and teacher to discuss goals, review expectations, and develop the Personal Learning Plan. In addition to our three scheduled conference days during the year, your team of teachers is available to meet with you at any time. Just email your homeroom teacher to schedule. Please review our conference protocols here.

Upcoming Dates:

September

08 - Meritas Games Assembly

09 - Eighth Grade In-House STEM Field Trip

11 - WPVA Boosterthon Color Run (P.E. uniform!)

17 - Picture Day (formal uniform)

19 - Conference Day

I certainly hope this update is helpful and informative. As always, feel free to call, email, or stop by the Middle School Office if we can be of assistance. We are happy to help!

Thanks for being a fantastic part of the Middle School Family,

Football

The Windermere Prep Football Team is headed to play conference opponent Keswick Christian this Friday at 7pm. Start making carpool plans now! Come support your Lakers!

Swim

Congratulations to the Lakers Swim Team on their success in their first meet! The Boys Team took first place, and the Girls Team took second place! Click for full meet results.

Tennis Academy

The Tennis Program is in full swing, and there is a great buzz on the courts as usual. Congratulations to Hannah Rosenfield for Winning 16's Final in Daytona Beach.

Good luck to WPS Moms WAIT League Teams, the Volley Girls, captained by Amelia Rivero, and the WPS Slice Girls, captained by Carmen Ruiz. The Volley Girls kicked off their season with a big win, taking all five lines in their match! Good luck to the Slice Girls as they start their season next week.

For private lessons and groups, please contact 407.928. 6666. For any questions and information, contact us at 407.905.7737 ext 3316, or 407.928.6666. Visit us at the Tennis Academy or Elite Tennis website.

Campus Dining 

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