Weekly Update for WMS 12/12/25
December 12, 2025
Weekly Update for WMS
Good afternoon, Westbrook Middle School students, parents, and guardians. Please read the following updates from Westbrook Middle School.
Yearbooks
WMS Yearbooks are now on sale for $25 and can be purchased anytime between now and May 1, 2026 at https://tinyurl.com/wmsyearbook2026. Families are also invited to submit photos and 8th-grade baby photos using the following link: https://photos.jostens.com/LU7WPH.
Music at WMS
Congratulations to our students and music teachers on an outstanding concert season. Each performance was truly delightful and reflected impressive musical growth. Hard work, talent, and dedication were evident throughout. Well done to our kids on a fantastic first concert of the year!
Report Cards
Quarter 1 report cards have been printed and are being mailed home, so families can expect them soon. Please also review grades and important teacher comments in PowerSchool, as these do not appear on the printed copy. Additionally, students will be notified of their honor roll status in the coming days. I offer congratulations in advance to all who have earned Honors or High Honors.
PTO News
To show appreciation to the amazing WMS faculty and staff this holiday season, the PTO would like to have an assortment of cookies available in the staff room on Friday, December 19. They plan to provide boxes so the staff can customize their own box of cookies to take home. If you are able to bake or buy some cookies to send in, it would be greatly appreciated. Please send the cookies in on Thursday, December 18th. Not a baker? If you would like to make a monetary donation towards buying cookies, please Venmo @LauraFurcolo. Thank you all for supporting the WMS and the PTO. Please use this link to sign up to provide a small treat for the WMS staff. As a former recipient of these goodies, I can say the gesture (and the sweets) are always appreciated!
WMS Upcoming Dates to Remember
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December 23 |
Early Dismissal |
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December 24 - Jan. 2 |
Winter Recess |
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January 5 |
Back to School |
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January 13 |
Board of Education Meeting - 6PM WHS Library |
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January 23 |
End of Quarter 2 (Semester 1) |
ATHLETICS
Middle School Basketball games begin next week! We’re also excited to share that Russ Hovick will be re-joining the MS Boys Basketball coaching staff as an assistant coach starting Monday. We’re thrilled to welcome him back to the team.
Below you will find practice schedules, game information, meeting dates, and key athletic department policies for the upcoming season. Volleyball registration is now open, with the season beginning on Monday, February 16th.
Unified Sports- Partners Needed
In addition, our Middle School Unified Sports winter season is underway, and we’re looking for more partners to join the team! This is a wonderful opportunity for students to make friends, build confidence, and be part of an inclusive, supportive community.
Why Unified Sports?
Unified Sports brings students of all abilities together through basketball, flag football, and eSports. It promotes friendship, leadership, teamwork, and a true sense of belonging. No prior experience is needed, and participation is flexible. Students can attend whenever they’re able.
Unified Sports Meets Weekly
Tuesdays, 3:00–3:45 PM (late bus available)
If your student is interested or you have questions, please reach out to:
- Dan Jennings – djennings@westbrookctschools.org
- Nicole Archambault – narchambault@westbrookctschools.org
We hope your child will join us and experience the joy and connection that make Unified Sports such a meaningful program for our students.
Winter Registration Links:
- Intramural Volleyball: https://students.arbitersports.com/westbrook-athletics/ms-westbrook-winter-athletics-2025-2026
- Unified Sports (Winter and/or Spring Session): https://students.arbitersports.com/westbrook-athletics/ms-westbrook-unified-sports-winter-and-or-spring-sessions
Boys Basketball
Games Begin: Tuesday, December 16
Head Coach: Doug Spingola | Assistant Coach: Russell Hovick
Schedule: Practices meet Monday–Friday, alternating weekly between 2:30–4:00 PM or 4:15–5:30 PM. On late-practice days, students attend study hall from 2:30–4:00 PM.
Boys Basketball Weekly Practice Pattern: Week of 12/15: Late, 12/22: Early, 12/29: OFF, 1/5: Early, 1/12: Late, 1/19: Early, 1/26: Late, 2/2: Early, 2/9: Late, 2/16: Late, 2/23: Early (if extended due to weather)
Girls Basketball
Games Begin: Tuesday, December 16
Head Coach: Cameron Marshall | Assistant Coach: TBD
Schedule: Practices meet Monday–Friday, alternating weekly between 2:30–4:00 PM or 4:15–5:30 PM. On late-practice days, students attend study hall from 2:30–4:00 PM.
Girls Basketball Weekly Practice Pattern: Week of 12/15: Early, 12/22: Late, 12/29: OFF, 1/5: Late, 1/12: Early, 1/19: Late, 1/26: Early, 2/2: Late, 2/9: Early, 2/16: Early, 2/23: Late (if extended due to weather)
Intramural Volleyball
Starts: Monday, February 16
Head Coach: Bill Gombos | Assistant Coach: Heidi Joslyn
Schedule: February 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27 and March 2, 6, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20
Unified Sports
Continues through the Winter and Spring Sessions — a great opportunity for inclusive teamwork and fun!
WMS Winter Sports Game Schedules (subject to change—please check regularly)
Important Links
- Today's WMS Athletic Games
- Westbrook Middle School Athletics Website
- CAS-CIAC Website
- Alternate Transportation Form
- Following a Team on ArbiterLive
Contact Information
Caitlin Eichler
PK–12 Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Health
ceichler@westbrookctschools.orgOpens in a new browser tab
860-399-7099
Emily Gorki
Athletic Trainer
egorki@westbrookctschools.orgOpens in a new browser tab
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
