Walker-Grant Middle School

Good Afternoon Tiger Family,

As we move through the final days of April and head into the last full month of school, we are excited to cheer our students on as they finish strong. This last stretch is a chance for students to stay focused, give their best effort, and show what it truly means to be a Tiger.

With your support at home, students can stay locked in—coming to school ready to learn, making positive choices, and pushing themselves to be their very best every day.

Here are a few important updates for the week ahead:

Maintaining a Focused Learning Environment

As we continue SOL preparation and move through the final weeks of the school year, it is important that our classrooms remain focused and supportive spaces for learning. We ask for your help in reminding students to make positive choices and demonstrate our core values of Accountability, Perseverance, Empathy, and Respect each day.

If a student's behavior disrupts learning, families will be contacted, and your direct support will be needed to guide the student back on track. Please remember that positive behavior is required for participation in end‑of‑year activities.

Spring SOL Testing Schedule

Please review the Spring SOL testing schedule shared in today's email and mark your calendars accordingly. We appreciate your continued partnership in supporting student success. If you have any questions or need additional support, please do not hesitate to reach out.

🔗 2026 WGMS Spring SOL Testing Dates

SOL Academy Saturday Sessions

SOL Academy Saturday sessions will continue this Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Below are the remaining dates and focus areas:

May 2: Science
May 9: Mathematics

All students are welcome to attend. Please note that the FCPS transportation sign-up form has closed. Families who wish for their student to attend will need to provide their own transportation.

If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Frye at kfrye@cityschools.com or Ms. Brown at ebrown@cityschools.com.

We look forward to seeing your child there!

🔗 SOL Saturday Academy Bus Runs 25-26

Afghan Families Engagement Meeting

We are excited to connect with our Afghan families! On Wednesday, April 29, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, families are encouraged to attend the Afghan Families Engagement Meeting at Walker-Grant Middle School. Learn how schools support students, ask questions, and build strong school-home connections. Interpretation provided.

🔗 Afghan Families Engagement Meeting Flyer

Upcoming Dates to Remember

4/27: Q4 grade interims distributed
4/29: Afghan Family Engagement Night from 5:30 – 7:00 PM
5/2: SOL Saturday Academy Session (Science) from 8:30 AM – 12:20 PM
5/4 – 5/8: Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
5/4: May School Board Meeting at WGC at 7:30 PM
5/6: Orchestra Concert at JM at 7:00 PM
5/9: SOL Saturday Academy Session (Math) from 8:30 AM –12:30 PM

A few friendly reminders...

Important Notice Regarding Yondr Pouches

Please check with your student regarding the status of their Yondr pouch. A $30 replacement fee will apply if the pouch is lost or damaged. All pouches or replacement fees must be submitted by May 26, 2026, for students to participate in Field Day.

If you have questions, please contact Dr. Kisha Frye at kfrye@cityschools.com.

Student Laptop Collection

Laptop collection begins May 15. Please make sure your student’s laptop is in good working condition. If a device is damaged or not working, families may be responsible for repair costs.

Laptops should be returned with a charger. If a laptop is returned without a charger, it will be issued back to the student next school year without one. Replacement chargers can be purchased using the link in this email message.

Students who do not return their assigned laptop will not be able to participate in end‑of‑year activities, including Field Day.

Student Laptop Charger

Is your student in need of a new laptop charger? If so, please use the link to purchase a replacement: USB-C Laptop Charger

Athletics

Come out and cheer on student athletes. This week our Tigers will be taking on...

Baseball
4/27 vs. Louisa (AWAY) at 4:30 PM

Softball
4/27 vs. Louisa (AWAY) at 4:30 PM

Girls Lacrosse
4/28 vs. Holy Cross (HOME — GWES) at 4:00 PM

Track & Field
4/28 Louisa Invitational (AWAY) at 4:30 PM

View the full athletic schedule HERE.

Spirit Gear

Show your Tiger pride with our school spirit gear! Grab yours today and wear it proudly. Tigers win!

🔗 WGMS Spirit Gear

Title I

Title I is the largest federal aid program for elementary, middle, and high schools. Through Title I, the federal government designates money to school districts around the country based on the number students in need in each district. Each district uses its Title I money for extra educational services for children, such as:

• Class size reduction

• Additional teachers and paraprofessionals

• Parent resources

• Instructional materials and supplies

• Tier 2 and Tier 3 support services

The focus of the Title I program is to ensure all students meet challenging content and achievement standards.  Title I also authorizes federal grant programs that provide funds for reading instruction, services to migrant children, services to neglected and delinquent children, comprehensive school reform, and dropout prevention.

All FCPS students in grades K-8 are eligible to receive programs funded through the Title I grant.

Thank You

As always, we want to thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another wonderful week ahead.

Go Tigers!