Waverly Middle School

Waverly Middle School is a public middle school in Lansing, Michigan. It is in a large suburb and serves students in grades 6–8 as part of the Waverly Community Schools district. The school has about 424 students and about 29 full-time equivalent teachers. This means that there is one teacher for every 14 students, which is the same as the district average. Waverly Middle School also has a full-time school counselor who helps students with their academic and social-emotional growth. The school has a full curriculum that includes math, English language arts, science, and social studies. Waverly Middle School also has STEM programs, arts and music electives, and other activities that help students become more creative, think critically, and get ready for college and a job. About 15% of students in the U.S. score at or above proficiency in math, and 32% do the same in reading. This shows that there is room for improvement in both math and reading. There are 41% girls and 59% boys in the student body. 63% of the students are from low-income families, and the student body is diverse.

Students at Waverly Middle School are very excited to be back for the new semester, which started on January 5. They are ready to start fresh with new energy! The school is getting ready for events like the Daddy Daughter Dance, for which tickets are now on sale, and tennis tryouts on January 13 and 14. The school's goal is to give students, teachers, and the community the tools they need to succeed, with a focus on achievement, teamwork, and involvement. Waverly Middle School is also getting the Raptor Safe mobile app to make the school safer and make it easier to manage visitors.

Q1. How does Waverly Middle School get students interested in learning?

Ans. Students are encouraged to think critically about what they learn and learn how to solve problems through interactive lessons, project-based learning, and group activities.

Q2. What programs at Waverly Middle School help kids be creative?

Ans. Students can join programs in music, theater, visual arts, and writing to use their imaginations and improve their ability to express themselves.

Q3. How do you take care of students' health?

Ans. Students can keep their emotional balance and deal with problems better with the help of wellness workshops, counseling services, and mindfulness programs.

Q4. How do people learn how to be leaders?

Ans. Student councils, group projects, and peer mentoring help kids learn how to be confident, work well with others, and make good choices.

Q5. How does Waverly get families and the community involved?

Ans. Family events, volunteer projects, and partnerships with the community all help schools and communities work together and give people a chance to get involved in a meaningful way.