Good afternoon Chipman Families,
It is Ms. Wright with the highlights for the week of November 22nd. On behalf of Chipman admin and staff we wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving. Parent conferences will be held tomorrow Monday, November 22nd from 12:30 to 7:30pm via Zoom or phone. Also, there will be no school for students the week of November 22nd. Just a reminder please take a moment to join our school wide ClassDojo to stay connected and receive the latest news, information, and updates directions can be found on Chipman’s website. We hope that you enjoy the remainder of your weekend, and we look forward to seeing students bright and early on November 29th.
Good afternoon Chipman Families,
It is Ms. Wright with the highlights for the week of November 15th. Just a reminder that report cards are available via Home Access Center, if you do not have access, please call the main office and our staff will assist you with getting your username and password. Winter sports are officially beginning, a huge congratulations to those student athletes that have made their respective teams. The Fall Sports Banquet will be held November 15th at 6:30 pm in the Lake Forest High School Auditorium. We look forward to seeing our athletes and their families as we recognize the accomplishments of each team. Mask will be required for this event. Parent conferences will be held on November 22nd from 12:30 to 7:30pm via Zoom or phone please contact your child’s teacher to set up a conference. Also, there will be no school for students the week of November 22nd. Just a reminder please take a moment to join our school wide ClassDojo to stay connected and receive the latest news, information, and updates directions can be found on Chipman’s website. We hope that you enjoy the remainder of your weekend, and we look forward to seeing students bright and early on Monday morning.
On November 22nd, WT Chipman will host Virtual Parent Conferences to accommodate our families from 12:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Please contact your child's teacher if you would like a Virtual Parent Conference via Zoom or Phone. Remember, all report cards were released yesterday via HAC, Home Access Center.
In addition to no school this Thursday, November 11th, the Lake Forest School District will be closed for students the week of Thanksgiving, starting November 22nd and lasting through the week. Students will return to school on November 29th from Thanksgiving Break.
Good afternoon Chipman Families,
It is Ms. Wright with the highlights for the week of November 8th. Monday, November 8th report cards will be available via Home Access Center, if you do not have access, please call the mail office and our staff will assist you with getting your username and password. Winter sports tryouts will begin on Monday all students wanting to participate must have a physical on file with Nurse Glanden no later than noon on November 8th and be academically eligible. This is an update our Fall Sports Banquet has been pushed back until November 15th and moved to the Lake Forest High School auditorium the start time is still 6:00pm. School will be closed on Thursday, November 11th for Veteran’s Day, we at Chipman thank all the veterans for their service. Just a reminder please take a moment to join our school wide ClassDojo to stay connected and receive the latest news, information, and updates directions can be found on Chipman’s website. We hope that you enjoy the remainder of your weekend, and we look forward to seeing students bright and early on Monday morning.
ATTENTION: All NJHS Members, new and old, our next meeting is moved from 11/9 to 11/16. It will be held via zoom. Please refer to the schedule below, Remind, and the Schoology Group for more information. Thank you for your flexibility!
Good Afternoon Chipman Families,
It’s Ms. Wright calling with some important sports information for Chipman students. The Winter sports season starts Monday, November 8th. This includes the following sports Boys and Girls Basketball, wrestling, and winter cheer. An athlete trying out must have a physical on file with Nurse Glanden before he or she is eligible to try-out. Students will also need to eligible based off first marking period report cards.
On Tuesday, November 9th at 6pm will we be hosting our Fall Sports Banquet. All W.T. Chipman Fall Athletes and their families are invited to attend the program which will take place in the W.T. Chipman Cafeteria. We will only be allowing each athlete to bring two parents to this event and no siblings. Thank you and have a great night.
It is Ms. Wright with the highlights for the week of November 1st. We have officially completed the first marking period of the school year. There is no school for students Monday, November 1st as staff will have a professional development day. Fall sports teams are wrapping up successful seasons this week please continue to support our student-athletes. Winter sports tryouts will be starting next week all students wanting to participate must have a physical on file with Nurse Glanden and be academically eligible. This week will be a busy one for our eighth-grade students on Thursday, November 4th they will take the PSAT 8 assessment information was sent home for your review. Students are encouraged to use the link to preview the Student Digital Test Experience to prepare for the upcoming PSAT 8. Please make sure your child gets adequate rest the night before and brings their fully charged computer and charger to school with them the morning of November 4th. Eighth grade students will also be visiting Lake Forest High School on November 3rd or November 5th. A letter providing information was sent home with students. Lastly, we are asking all students to bring in headphones to use during our MTSS time that begins this week. Just a reminder please take a moment to join our school wide ClassDojo to stay connected and receive the latest news, information, and updates directions can be found on Chipman’s website. We hope that you enjoy the remainder of your weekend, and we look forward to seeing students bright and early on Tuesday morning.
There are some exciting things happening at the CHIP for our students.
• Our Sports teams are having Successful Fall Seasons
• The School Store Opened Back up for Students to use their Spartan Bucks this week
• Open Gym is starting next week during lunch to help alleviate numbers in café
• Outdoor Center lunch continues to be a big hit for our kids
• Spartan Bucks are a hot commodity in our school
• An Awesome NJHS Induction took place – Thanks Glacken
• Our Big Screen and U were put back in place for school store
• The Gamers Lounge Madden Challenge is popular for kids during lunch
• Safety Patrol starts Next Week
• And Is there anything more exciting and popular at Chipman right now then the Chipman Live show with G and Robinson!!
Bottom Line, there is a lot to look forward to at Chipman for staff and students!
#ChangingtheCulture
Good afternoon Chipman Families,
It is Ms. Wright with the highlights for the week of October 25th. We will be having make-up picture day on Wednesday, October 27th. The end of the first marking period will be Friday, October 29th. Fall sports teams are in action this week and wrapping up successful seasons please come out and continue to support our student-athletes. Winter sports tryouts will be starting in November all students wanting to participate must have a physical on file and be academically eligible. Eighth grade families the district would like you to complete a brief survey to gauge the interest your student may have in an JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) or NDCC (National Defense Cadet Corps) program. Just a reminder please take a moment to join our school wide ClassDojo to stay connected and receive the latest news, information, and updates directions can be found on Chipman’s website. We hope that you enjoy the remainder of your weekend, and we look forward to seeing students bright and early on Monday morning.
Eighth Grade JROTC/NDCC Interest Survey:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZOSimgY4_FkoKhhrKF55jvDNIHOqMjfucQQ9trJM550yhiw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Good Afternoon Chipman Families,
It is Ms. Wright with the highlights for the week of October 18th. Our PTSO Charleston Wrap fundraiser will be ending on tomorrow October 18th, however, we will get credit for all items purchased through December 3rd so it’s not too late to place an order to support our PTSO. There will be no open gym this week after school and just a reminder winter sports tryouts will be starting in November all students wanting to participate must have a physical on file and be academically eligible. All Fall sports teams are in action this week please come out and support our student-athletes. On Tuesday October 19th at 6:00pm National Junior Honor Society will have their induction ceremony. Just a reminder please take a moment to join our school wide ClassDojo to stay connected and receive the latest news, information, and updates directions can be found on Chipman’s website. We hope that you enjoy the remainder of your weekend, and we look forward to seeing students bright and early on Monday morning.
Good afternoon Chipman Families,
It is Ms. Wright with the highlights for the week of October 11th. All Fall sports teams are in action this week please come out and support our student-athletes. I Love Lake Forest Day will be Saturday, October 16th from 10:00am until 2:00pm at Lake Forest High School. Just a reminder please take a moment to join our school wide ClassDojo to stay connected and receive the latest news, information, and updates. We hope that you enjoy the remainder of your weekend, and we look forward to seeing students bright and early on Monday morning.
Picture RETAKE day is Wednesday, October 27th.
Good afternoon Chipman Families,
It is Ms. Wright with the highlights for the week of October 4th. This week we show our Chipman Pride with spirit week Monday we will be lighting it up with neon day, Tuesday will be seeing double with twin day, Wednesday will be seeing stars as students dress like their favorite famous person, and Thursday students will be wearing their class color. Students do not have school on Friday, October 8th as the district has a scheduled professional in-service for staff. All Fall sports teams are in action this week please come out and support our student-athletes. Just a reminder please take a moment to join our school wide ClassDojo to stay connected and receive the latest news, information, and updates. We hope that you enjoy the remainder of your weekend, and we look forward to seeing students bright and early on Monday morning.
Good afternoon Chipman Families,
It is Ms. Wright with the highlights for the week of September 27th. This week we officially kick off our PBS Magnificent Seven Awards, our Spartan Bucks program, and our “Chipman Live” morning announcements show. Students will also be able to enjoy movies on the big screen during lunch, and students will also be able to eat in the outdoor center. Our Fall sports are in full swing please come out and support our student-athletes also students in sixth grade begin their nurse screenings this week. Please take a moment to join our school wide ClassDojo to stay connected and receive the latest news, information, and updates. We hope that you enjoy the remainder of your weekend, and we look forward to seeing students bright and early on Monday morning.
ClassDojo Link: https://home.classdojo.com/#/classInvite/?s=4eece57cf64aa62934ed40d5
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE: The word of the week is THANK YOU. This is the final word of the week and phone message home as the Principal of W.T. Chipman Middle School. Thank you for all the support, thank you for commitment to supporting our school, and thank you to all the staff that are committed to making WT Chipman Middle School the best Middle School in the state of Delaware.
I have attached a letter outling the transition to a new administrative team beginning on September 20th. I wish all of you well and I am confident the school will be in good hands and will continue to thrive.
Thank you and as always... Go Chipman!
Bob Bennett
Principal, WT Chipman
OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT (9/8/21) 6-8pm
8th Grade - Enter through the main entrance
7th Grade - Enter through the cafeteria door closest to the ramp
6th Grade - Enter through the cafeteria door closest to the outdoor café
9/1/21 - CANCELLATION NOTICE: Due to the arrival of severe weather including possible tornado and hail as well severe thunderstorms and local flooding, we are canceling ALL after school activities. There will be NO sports practices after school and the 6th grade OPEN HOUSE has been canceled. Please stay safe.
Please click the links to view the Lake Forest School District Return to School Guide for Families (https://5il.co/xqu0) and the Welcome Back Video (https://youtu.be/nvy9ISzf9HM) for the 2021-2022 School Year. We are hopeful for a great school year and look forward to seeing all students return to school on Monday, August 30, 2021! #SPARTANSTRONG
Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year. We are excited to get this year started and see all of our students. We are returning on Monday, August 30th to full time, face to face learning. Every student and staff member are required to wear a mask while inside the building.
The word of the week is TOGETHER. It can be defined as with or in close proximity to another person or group of people. We must all work together to make this a successful school year for our students, families, and staff.
Home Access Center(HAC) will be available on Monday, August 23rd. HAC is where you will find your child's schedule. You will also have access to attendance information and current grades.
Transition Day is scheduled for Friday, August 27th. This event is for our 6th grade students ONLY. The day begins at 7:15am and dismissal will be at 10:20am. Bus drivers will contact families to inform them of the pick-up and drop-off times aas well as location. Parent drop-offs should arrive at 7:15am. Students will be allowed in the building at 7:20am. Breakfast will be available.
Our MEET and GREET event is for out 7th and 8th grade students. This is an informal time for our students to find their classrooms and familiarize themselves with the building. Students can say hello to teachers as they put the finishing touches on their classrooms. This event is open from 12:30pm to 2:30pm.
Bus drivers will be making contact this week with our families to confirm pick-up and drop-off times as well as location of the bus stop. These calls will all be completed by the end of the week.
Attached you will find a flyer for FOOTBALL EQUIPMENT fitting as well as a meeting. This will take place on Friday, August 27th. Please read the attached document for more details.
Also attached is a flyer for a fundraiser for our FCCLA club. Please take advantage of this great offer as a way to help our students raise money for their organization.
FCCLA FLYER https://5il.co/xlf6
Football Equipment Flyer https://5il.co/xlf7
Thank you and AS ALWAYS... Go Chipman!
Robert V. Bennett
Proud Principal, WT Chipman Middle School
Lake Forest Free Summer Meals
