Dear Bulldog Families,

On behalf of the entire Woodrow Wilson Middle School team, I’m thrilled to welcome you to the 2025–2026 school year! We’re energized and ready for an incredible year ahead, filled with new opportunities, meaningful learning, and unforgettable experiences for our Bulldogs. We can’t wait to see your smiling faces back on campus!

To stay informed throughout the year, please visit our newly redesigned school website: Home | Wilson Middle School. It’s your go-to resource for the latest updates, events, and important information. If you have any questions that aren’t answered online, don’t hesitate to call us at 813-272-5682—we’re here to help.

A heartfelt welcome back to our returning students, and a very special welcome to our newest Bulldogs. We’re so glad you’re here!

Warm regards,
Keith Fantauzzo
Principal, Woodrow Wilson Middle School

Dear Students and Families,

Welcome to a brand-new school year at Wilson Middle School! We hope you had a relaxing and fun-filled summer. We are excited to work with you this year. Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, we want you to know that our doors are always open, and we are here to support each student’s academic, social, and emotional journey.

Our goal is to make sure every student feels seen, heard, and valued. We also want to work closely with families and teachers to create a supportive environment where students can thrive.

Throughout the year, we will be sharing resources, tips, and upcoming events during classroom visits, parent workshops, through Canvas messages, and on our school website. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions, concerns, or if your child would benefit from additional support.

We look forward to getting to know you and working together for a great year ahead!

Wishing You Well,

Mrs. Audrey Seits (Last Name A-K) & Mrs. Monica Mirasola (Last Name L-Z)

Wilson Middle School Counselors

Every Monday is Early Release. Students will be released at 3:30 pm.

Please visit our online calendar to view and make a note of all important dates this month and next, including new tutoring opportunities, athletic events, Spirit Nights, and much more! 

Open House on Wednesday, August 6th, is for our new & returning students. Open House will start in the school Auditorium.

Parking will be available in the lot on the corner of Boulevard & De Leon, across the street from Gorrie.

SCHOOL PLANNER

Planners will be handed out through homeroom teachers if you purchase them using My Payments Plus.

SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS
By Grade Level

WHAT ARE THE BELL TIMES?

Wilson Middle School 2025-2026 bell times for the new school year are:

9:15 am: Students Enter Campus

9:35 am: Homeroom Tardy Bell

4:30 pm: School Day Ends (3:30 pm on Mondays)

In making plans for the new school year, please ensure your child does not arrive to Wilson before 9:15 am. There is no student supervision available prior to that time without enrolling in the morning HOST program. Thank you.

IS THERE A BEFORE OR AFTER SCHOOL OPTION?

Learn more about the HOST program here.

CANVAS?? HELP! 

Learn more about CANVAS and how to use this tool with this family guide.

DO I NEED TO PROVIDE IMMUNIZATIONS?

Seventh-grade students must be in compliance with the latest immunization requirements prior to the first day of school.  Students not in compliance cannot be admitted. 

Contact your physician or the Health Dept. Immunizations are FREE. Call (813) 307-8077

The Florida Department of Health requires that students entering seventh grade receive a very specific form of the “Tetanus” vaccine. This vaccine is referred to as the Tdap (Combined Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis Vaccines). This requirement is in addition to the previous immunization requirements that are grade-appropriate. The Tdap can be administered to students 10 years of age and above. Documentation of a Tdap must be on file at Wilson Middle School prior to the start of school on August 11th.

If documentation does not specify the Tdap vaccine, the parent/guardian will be asked to return the form to the health care provider for clarification.

WHAT IF MY CHILD WANTS TO TRY OUT FOR ATHLETICS?

If your student will be trying out for any Wilson sports teams for the current school year, you can start the ONLINE paperwork now.

HOW DOES MY WILSON BULLDOG GET TO AND FROM SCHOOL?

Walking/Biking

Walking and bike riding are encouraged whenever possible. If you live south of the school, students cross Swann Avenue at the crosswalk in front of the school. Our bike racks are located on the west side of the school. Students are reminded to lock their bikes daily, and don’t forget, helmets are required. Walkers and bike riders enter the campus using the front gate located on Swann Avenue.

Car Riders

Families that bring/pick up their child by car will drop off beginning at 9:10 am and may enter the car line for afternoon pick up at 4:00 pm. Cars enter Edison Avenue from DeLeon Street. Cars unload/load beginning at the “Begin Unloading Here” sign. Students enter campus through the east gate on Edison Avenue.

Please view a PDF of the Car Line Traffic Flow Map here.

School Buses

Woodrow Wilson Middle School has buses that provide transportation to and from school each day for families that live more than 2 miles from the school. The bus routes, which include stops and times, will be mailed directly to eligible families. If you do not receive this information from the district transportation office, please contact the school to verify we have your correct address on file. Bus riders enter campus using the front gate located on Swann Avenue.

Please also create a 'Here Comes the Bus' account using the instructions below.

School Clinic wish list

Wilson Outreach wish list

Please join the Wilson PTSA in our 2025-2026 Family Membership Drive. Becoming a member or making a pledge with a family partnership helps us to provide student incentives, supports staff appreciation efforts, offer family outreach programs and plan events that bring our school community together. Your membership does not obligate you to any time commitment, but we welcome all volunteers when your time and availability permits.

Click on the following to view this letter as a PDF: English or Spanish

• For the safety of our students, all visitors are required to show photo ID and sign in at our attendance office. A Visitor Pass will be issued. Parents are required to make an appointment in advance to speak/conference with any staff member.
• Photo ID Required: If it becomes necessary to sign your child out of school prior to dismissal, an adult must come to the attendance office prior to 4:00 p.m. PHOTO I.D. IS REQUIRED FOR ALL ADULTS SIGNING A CHILD OUT OF SCHOOL. Only adults listed on the student emergency card will be permitted to sign a student out of school. Please do not ask permission for someone to sign your child out early unless they are on the emergency card. Please also do not ask to add someone to your student's emergency card the day of the need for the sign-out. The district is only allowing two emergency contacts so if you want to add someone, someone will need to come off.
• No outside food or drinks are allowed on campus except for lunches and water. This includes morning coffee and energy drinks.

1005 W. Swann Avenue

Tampa, FL 33606