March 20, 2026
Hello, Westbrook Middle School families! Let's catch up on the week and look ahead.
World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day is celebrated on March 21 by wearing bright, mismatched socks to raise awareness. This tradition symbolizes that chromosomes, which represent Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21), look like socks. Today, students and staff wore brightly colored, patterned socks to promote conversation about acceptance and diversity. Check out this picture of our sixth graders!
Daisy Dash 5K
The 13th Annual Daisy Dash 5K will take place tomorrow at Daisy Ingraham Elementary School. This popular community event includes a Run/Walk 5K and a Kids Fun Run, with all proceeds benefiting the Westbrook Public Schools PTO. There are still a few hours left to sign up!
Website: www.daisydash5K.com
Light on Westbrook
Light on Westbrook is a community photography exhibition and photo drawing presented by The Oxford Academy and Westbrook Schools in support of The Meal Project for Westbrook Youth. The event will take place tomorrow from 6:30–8:30 pm at The Oxford Academy’s Stone Family Student Center. Proceeds benefit youth food support initiatives in Westbrook, and community members are encouraged to attend and support this meaningful cause.
Drug Awareness Event
The Westbrook Elks will host Sergeant Jeff Foss Rugan of the Rocky Hill Police Department for an informative presentation on the opioid crisis affecting communities. In partnership with the Connecticut National Guard, the session will provide valuable guidance for parents on recognizing potential signs of substance use and increasing awareness of opioids. Please refer to the linked flyer for additional details about this free event on March 26.
Broadway Bound
On Thursday, April 2, 2026, eighth-grade students will travel to the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre in New York City to see the Broadway musical adaptation of The Outsiders. Students studied the classic S.E. Hinton novel this fall, watched the 1983 film, and completed the unit with a breakout box activity while dressed as Greasers or Socs. According to Broadway Direct, the musical “carefully honors the source material while adapting the story for the stage in a uniquely theatrical way.” We are excited to offer students the opportunity to see this Tony Award–winning show on Broadway.
WMS Musical
Get ready for an unforgettable performance! Our talented middle school students will bring Nemo to life from March 26-28. Students and staff have dedicated countless hours to every scene, song, and dance number. This production provides valuable artistic experience for our young performers while delivering a high-quality show for our community. Here are the showtimes:
- March 26 & 27: 6:00 PM
- March 28: 2:00 PM
Don't miss this animating musical that showcases our students' remarkable talents!
High School Scheduling Process for 8th Graders
Eighth graders will enter their course requests for high school on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, during their regularly scheduled Social Studies class. Students who are not currently planning to attend WHS will still participate in the full scheduling process. If they ultimately enroll at Westbrook High School or return during freshman year, a schedule will already be in place.
Please ask your eighth grader about the Program of Study. They were instructed to take it home. For questions regarding course selection, please contact Rachel Kurek (Counselor, Grades 9–12), Amy Spagone (Counselor, Grades 6–8). Contact Leslie Carson, College and Career Readiness Coordinator, to schedule a time to pay WHS a visit, tour the facility and talk in more detail about what WHS has to offer. Regardless, they are all here to support families as they make the transition from WMS to WHS.
The Weeks Ahead
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Event
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March 21
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Daisy Dash
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March 26 - 28
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Finding Nemo Jr. by the WMS Theater Department
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April 2
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8th Graders to NYC - The Outsiders
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April 2
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End of Quarter 3
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April 3
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No School for Students and Staff
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April 6
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Start of Quarter 4
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April 13 - 17
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Spring Break
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Athletics
Spring sports are right around the corner at Westbrook Middle School, and we are excited to get our student-athletes outside and active this season! We are currently working to fill our spring teams and are especially looking to add 2–3 more athletes to both our softball and baseball teams. Our goal is to have full teams so that our athletes can enjoy a fun, competitive, and rewarding season together.
If your child has played before or would simply like to give the game a try, this is a great opportunity! Middle school athletics help students stay active, build friendships, develop confidence, and learn valuable teamwork skills. We are fortunate to have a fantastic group of coaches leading our programs this spring:
Softball
Head Coach: Michaela Super
Assistant Coach: Cameron Marshall
Baseball
Head Coach: Russ Hovick
Assistant Coach: Jason Matthewson
Our coaches focus on teaching fundamentals, developing skills, and helping athletes learn the game so they feel confident and prepared for the next level at Westbrook High School. If your student-athlete is interested in participating, please register today so we can finalize teams and get ready for a fun and successful spring season!
Registration Link:
https://students.arbitersports.com/westbrook-athletics/ms-westbrook-spring-athletics-2026
If you have any questions about registration, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re looking forward to a great spring season!
Intramural Volleyball
Head Coach: Bill Gombos | Assistant Coach: Heidi Joslyn
Upcoming Sessions: March 20, 23, and 25
Spring Sports Registration Open
Registration is open for our Spring Sports programs! We invite families to register by Monday, March 23rd to ensure a spot this season.
We are offering:
- Baseball (Practices begin March 30 | Games begin April 21)
- Practice Times- 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Spring Sports Pizza Party- Tuesday, June 2 (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
- Softball (Practices begin March 31 | Games begin April 21)
- Practice Times- 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Spring Sports Pizza Party- Tuesday, June 2 (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
- Unified Sports (Tuesdays, March 31 – June 2)
- Practice Times- 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
- Athletes can take the late bus home.
- Spring Sports Pizza Party- Tuesday, June 2 (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
- Intramural Outdoor Track & Field (Tues/Thurs, March 31 – May 26)
- Practice Times- 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
- Athletes can take the late bus home.
- Spring Sports Pizza Party- Tuesday, June 2 (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
- Intramural Fishing (Tues/Thurs, April 21 – June 4)
- Session Times- 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
- Participants can take the late bus home.
Important Reminder: A physical dated within the last 13 months must be on file with the school nurse in order to participate.
Registration Links:
Baseball, Softball, Intramural Track & Field, Intramural Fishing:
https://students.arbitersports.com/westbrook-athletics/ms-westbrook-spring-athletics-2026
Unified Sports:
https://students.arbitersports.com/westbrook-athletics/2025-2026-ms-westbrook-unified-sports
If your athlete participated in the winter session of Unified Sports, you do not need to re-register.
For registration support, please contact ArbiterSports at support@arbitersports.com or 1-800-311-4060.
If your athlete needs assistance obtaining equipment, please contact me directly at ceichler@westbrookctschools.org.
Let’s make this spring season one to remember for our Knights! We can’t wait to see our athletes out on the field!
WMS Spring Sports Game Schedules (subject to change—please check regularly)
Important Links
Contact Information
Caitlin Eichler
PK–12 Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Health
ceichler@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-7099
Emily Gorki
Athletic Trainer
egorki@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-6214
Thank you for your continued support of Westbrook Public Schools as we aim to deliver an exceptional education that empowers every student to explore their passion and purpose.
Sincerely,
Matt Talmadge
WHS/WMS Principal
