Waycross Middle School

Celebrate effort, not just results. Ask, “What did you try hard at this week?”

Model what matters. Let your child see you reading, writing, or learning something new.

Grooming doesn’t always look scary. It can start with compliments or casual chat. Make sure your teen knows how to recognize manipulation online. Learn more on Parent ProTech: https://app.parentprotech.com/1057/ware-county/en/signup?source=admin

Ware County Housing Survey – Community Input Needed

Ware County Schools is partnering with the Development Authority of Ware County to help share a community housing survey now open to residents and employees across our area.

Housing availability and affordability play an important role in the overall health of our community and directly impact our students, families, and workforce. By supporting this effort, we are helping ensure that future planning reflects the needs and experiences of the people who live and work in Ware County.

The survey is completely anonymous and takes just a few minutes to complete. Responses will be used to guide future decisions related to housing and growth in our community. You can take the survey at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/5qqUMdVuCE

We encourage all families, staff, and community members to participate. Your input matters.

Testing Time = Teamwork Time. Middle school students are learning how to support one another during high-stakes assessments by remaining quiet, managing stress, and following established procedures. Remind your student that calm choices keep everyone on track and safe.

Spring break is coming. Review screen time limits and expectations at home.

Close the month by affirming growth, effort, and resilience.

March can feel busy for kids. A quick check-in at the end of the day—“What felt easy today? What felt hard?”—can make a big difference in how supported they feel.

Reflect together. What’s going well at school right now?

Encourage responsibility. Packing materials the night before reduces stress.

Remind students that mistakes are part of learning, not a setback.

Gaming and messaging apps update often. Recheck privacy and chat settings.

Organization check—folders, binders, and backpacks need a reset.

Help your child set one goal for finishing March strong.

Ask your child who they worked with today. Collaboration builds skills.

Encourage handwashing and hydration as spring illnesses circulate.

Review drill expectations with your child: listen, follow directions, stay calm.