Hello, Westbrook Middle School families! Let's catch up on the week and look ahead.
Annual CAS and CABE Awards
The eighth grade team has selected eighth graders, Elly F. and Hudson B. for the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) Student Leadership Award, recognizing qualities such as decision-making ability, commitment, diplomacy, and concern for others. They, along with their families, will be invited to an upcoming Board of Education meeting to be publicly recognized. Additionally, Tatiana D. and Dominic C. have been named Connecticut Association of Schools (CAS) Middle Level Scholar Leaders, an award recognizing academic scholarship and leadership both in school and the community. Like the CABE winners, the CAS award recipients were chosen by the eighth grade team and will attend a special recognition banquet in their honor. Congratulations to these students and their families; this is quite an accomplishment!
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
Our talented middle school students brought Nemo to life on the Westbrook stage Thursday night. Opening night was a huge success, and from what I hear, the cast and crew are just warming up! It is not too late to catch a show. Here are the showtimes:
- March 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 April 9, 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.
Community Opportunities
In the month of April, you will have the opportunity to donate, play and invite the Easter Bunny over to your house (sort of). Please click on the links below if you are interested in learning more.
Egg my Yard
Bikes for Kids
Scrabble Scramble
Project Graduation
Take the night off and support Westbrook High School’s Safe Grad Night on Tuesday, March 31, from 4 p.m. to close at Luigi’s in Old Saybrook. A portion of all dine-in and takeout proceeds will be donated to support this important event. See this flyer for all of the details.
The Weeks Ahead
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Event
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March 27 & 28
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Finding Nemo Jr. - 3/27 @ 6 PM & 3/28 @ 2 PM
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March 31
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Support Project Graduation - Eat at Luigi’s!
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April 2
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8th Graders to NYC - The Outsiders on Broadway
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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 season is almost here, and we are excited to get started next week! It is always a great time of year as students have the opportunity to get outside, stay active, and represent Westbrook Middle School.
Baseball will begin on Monday, and Softball and Intramural Track and Field will begin on Tuesday. We are looking forward to a fun and positive spring season filled with growth, teamwork, and participation.
Please note that due to the 8th grade field trip, there will be no baseball practice on Thursday, April 2.
We are excited to see our middle school student-athletes back in action and look forward to a great spring season!
Spring 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.
Important Reminder: A physical dated within the last 13 months must be on file with the school nurse in order to participate.
If your athlete needs assistance obtaining equipment, please contact Caitlin Eichler directly at ceichler@westbrookctschools.org.
For registration support, please contact ArbiterSports at support@arbitersports.com or 1-800-311-4060.
Spring Sports Offerings:
- Baseball (Practices begin March 30 | Games begin April 21)
- Practice Times- 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- NO PRACTICE on Thursday, April 2nd
- 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.
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
