Originally delivered on 1/15/2026 4:01 pm

SUBJECT: WWMS Bulldog Bark: January 2026

January 2026
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Wilson families,


Happy New Year! Semester 1 exam and PM2 results are rolling in and the students continue to show growth. Our focus has turned to zeroing in on each students' individual needs based on these results. The next three months are critical in preparing our Bulldogs for PM3 and final exams in May. Please limit the time your child misses school from here on out. Every minute missed is content they will not receive, which in turn may affect their assessment results.


Gasparilla parade parking at Wilson is major fundraiser for us each year. PLEASE spread the word that we park for both the children's and adult parades. Many people choose to support the school when they find out we are available. 


Please see below for more information regarding this and many other activities and news items for this month.


Warm regards,
Keith Fantauzzo
Principal, Woodrow Wilson Middle School

SAVE THE DATE


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

1/19MLK Jr. Day/Non-Student Day
1/20Fall Semester Report Cards Available
1/20-1/23Soccer Tryouts
1/28Red Card Lunch
2/6NJHS Game Night
2/13Florida State Fair Day/Non-Student Day
2/16Presidents' Day/Non-Student Day
2/18General PTSA Meeting


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! 

BLUE STAR INCENTIVE PROGRAM

Please help our Student Services Team with our Blue Star Incentive Program by visiting the Amazon wish list link here.

Blue stars are redeemed every Friday during lunch for snacks and prizes! (Ask your students how blue stars are earned)

YEARBOOK DEDICATIONS

8th-Grade Parents: Deadline for 8th grade yearbook dedications is January 25th! Secure your spot by visiting yearbookordercenter.com | order number 1482. Use code JAN10 for 10% off through Jan. 18th.

DRAGONS FURY SPECIAL OLYMPICS

Donations can be sent to Ms. Mirasola and she will bring them to Jefferson High School

On Saturday, February 7, the University of Tampa is excited to host Youth Day at both our men’s and women’s basketball games. In addition, our women’s game will celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day, honoring the impact and achievements of women in athletics.

Game Information:

Saturday, February 7

2:00 PM – Women’s Basketball vs. Embry-Riddle

4:00 PM – Men’s Basketball vs. Embry-Riddle

Location:

Bob Martinez Center at The University of Tampa

400 N Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33606


We will have exciting in game activities for all youth athletes and giveaways, such as small prizes and team posters! 


Our UTampa Basketball teams are thrilled to celebrate our local youth athletes and the incredible women in sports, and we hope to see you and your families at the games!

Click on the image above to access wish lists for Wilson Middle teachers and departments. Thank you for your support!

ODDS AND ENDS
  • 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.
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