Good Parts
When it comes to friendships, what is a good part about going to middle school?
making new friends!
work gets harder, more work, more projects
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JWMS is the only middle school in Newington
False! Martin Kellogg is also a middle school in Newington!
What is the name of the performance group at JWMS?
Show Choir!
Name one good part about having two teachers instead of one.
What might be a challenge when it comes to friendships?
Which two elementary schools go up to JWMS?
Ruth Chaffee and John Paterson
5th graders don't have recess!
False! You still get 20 minutes of recess in 5th grade.
What is the name of the elementary school right next to JWMS?
you get out earlier in the day!
Name one challenge of leaving Ruth Chaffee.
varies
What time does middle school start and end every day?
8:05am
2:50pm
JWMS has more lunch options in the cafeteria!
Two! Mr. Dias and Mr. Tirillo!
What is one good part about graduating from Ruth Chaffee?
you are growing up, getting smarter, your teacher feels that you're ready, you get to go to a new school
Name 5 feelings you have when you think of the challenges of going to middle school.
sad, mad, worried, anxious, confused, scared...
You can pick your seat and can chose who you sit with!
JWMS has many clubs that are offered after school!
True! There are many clubs, like STEM, Art, Robotics, Homework Club, and more!
How old will you be once you graduate from JWMS?
13 or 14 years old!
Name 5 emotions that are good emotions about going to JWMS.
happy, proud, excited, etc..
What is the biggest challenge you are anticipating when going to middle school?
varies
What is the special academy that is offered at JWMS?
All 5th graders meet with a guidance counselor a few times a year to help them!
True! All 5th graders will have a guidance counselor assigned to them, to help them when needed!
What is a favorite memory of Ruth Chaffee that you will never forget?