INTRODUCING: INVEST

Stronger Together: The WB PTO Launches the INVEST Initiative

Summer Book Clubs with Ms. Hartley

Looking for a fun way to get your kiddos reading this summer? Ms. Hartley is bringing Summer Book Club opportunities your way! She hopes these Book Clubs will be a fun way to keep reading & hang out with new and old friends. These will be mini (2-session) Book Clubs this summer to accommodate travel plans. Times might be adjustable - let her know if you have a conflict and she will consider it with the group.

Sign ups will close:

June Book Clubs -- May 24

July Book Clubs -- July 5

Click the link below to see what books are being offered, meeting dates and details. Please reach out with any questions!

TNLittles Summer Book Clubs CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

Field Day Volunteer Needs

WB Field Day is coming up on May 15th and this year's theme is BEACH games! Coach Edwards and Coach Dison have an awesome day planned for our kids. To make it a success we need LOTS of parent volunteers!

The sign up is organized in 2 different ways this year - Allowing for some parents volunteer with their child at 50 minute rotations and also so WatchDogs and community volunteers can take half day shifts at particular rotations. Note, all rotations will be on school property this year!  You are also welcome to sign up for multiple slots! If a slot is full and it's the only time you can help, come help anyways, we can use the extra people throughout the day.

PLEASE PRIORITIZE VOLUNTEERING WHEN THERE ARE SLOTS BECAUSE WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!

There are also slots available for when need help at lunch time delivering pizza to classrooms and at the end of day delivering popsicles for cool down treats. 

NOTE: The WatchDOG games held on the WB basketball courts are all led by WatchDOGS again this year so we especially need coverage in this area to facilitate games!

SIGN UP HERE!

WBES Spring Art Show

Spring Art Show on Wednesday, April 29th from 5:00pm - 6:30pm in the gymnasium. 

Over 1000 pieces of artwork will be on display for families to see. Students have worked so hard this year to make this event amazing. Please join us to celebrate the boundless creativity of our young artists. 

Select artworks are framed and readily available for pre-order purchasing. A portion of the proceeds will go to our art program for art supplies! 

To view your child's artwork online, the virtual art show is now available for you to pre-order your child's framed art. Once pre-orders are made, you can pick up your child's artwork at the art show. In the website, you can find the artwork by searching for your child's homeroom teacher's name and/or grade level in the following online link:   https://artomestore.com/collections/waverlybelmontelementary37204

Here are your options to purchase framed art:

Option 1:Preorder your child's framed art online (recommended) and pickup in person

Option 2: Attend the art show and purchase in person

Option 3: Order online & ship it to your home

Option 4: For duplicates, pre-order online and pickup at the art show or ship it to your home.

Option 5: Become an "Art Angel" to donate a frame to another family. 

If for any reason that you're unable to attend the art show and you've preordered your child's framed art before the day of the art show, it will be given to your child's homeroom teacher upon the next 1-5 days.  

If you do not see your child's artwork online from the homeroom teacher link, please check the grade level link on the website or their art will be displayed at the in-person art show. All students artwork pieces are in alphabetical order, according to each student's first name.

Thank you for supporting the arts and students at Waverly Belmont and we look forward to seeing you there. 

Please contact Sheronda.howard@mnps.org with any questions!

1ST GRADE MUSIC CELEBRATION INFO

1st Grade Music Celebration – Date Change & Performance Details 🎶

Dear 1st Grade Families,

Please note that our 1st Grade Music Celebration has been rescheduled to THURSDAY, April 16th at 6:00 PM.

The performance will take place in the school gym, and we cannot wait to share our mini- musical with you!

Important Details:

📅 Date: Thursday, April 16th
⏰ Performance Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: School Gym
🎵 Student Arrival Time: 5:30 PM (Students will meet in the music room.)

Dress Code: Students should wear:

School-approved bottoms
Any Waverly Belmont shirt
Comfortable shoes suitable for standing and light movement

We are so excited to invite you to a very special performance by our 1st grade students! Our young performers have been hard at work preparing their mini musical, Prime Time Nursery Rhymes, and we can’t wait to share it with you.

This fun and imaginative show brings familiar nursery rhyme characters to life as they take center stage in their very own “prime time” moments. With catchy songs, playful storytelling, and lots of personality, students will showcase their creativity while putting a fresh twist on classic tales you know and love.

We have been practicing steady beat, rhythm patterns, and expressive singing. We’ve also focused on stage presence, listening skills, and working together as an ensemble. Students have explored elements such as dynamics (loud and soft), tempo (fast and slow), and matching pitch—all while growing their confidence as performers. We are so proud of their effort and can’t wait for you to see them shine!

Thank you for supporting your child and the arts at Waverly Belmont.

With appreciation,
Kris Liegey
Waverly Belmont Music 🎶

PRACTICE VIDEOS BELOW

4th Grade Music Program

The 4th Grade Music Celebration will take place on Thursday, March 19th at 6:00 PM. The performance will take place in the school gym, and we cannot wait to share this special evening with you!

Important Details:

Date: Thursday, March 19th

Performance Time: Performance 6:00 PM - Student Arrival Time: 5:30 PM (Students will meet in the music room.)

Location: School Gym

Dress Code: Students should wear School-approved bottoms, Any Waverly Belmont shirt, Comfortable shoes suitable for standing and light movement

This year's celebration will focus on spreading a positive message, highlighting themes of kindness, leadership, and using our voices for good. Students will also honor and reflect on the impact of Black history through music and message, showcasing both their musical growth and their understanding of how music can inspire change.

Our 4th graders have been working incredibly hard on singing, instrument playing, rhythm work, and ensemble skills. More importantly, they are learning how music can help us build community and lift one another up. Students can find practice videos with this link HERE

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpvq4AkFVarvH9HdCysgZLCj89DcPl0sK

We are so proud of their effort and can't wait for you to see them shine! Thank you for supporting your child and the arts at Waverly Belmont.

With appreciation,

Kris Liegey

Waverly Belmont Music

FONDA HOT CHOCOLATE FUNDRAISER

All Waverly-Belmont families are invited to enjoy an afternoon of delicious treats, Mexican hot chocolate, and family-friendly fun! Ticket includes an assortment of refreshments (dessert, snacks, hot chocolate) and exclusive access to FONDA 12South from 3-5 pm on March 1st. 
This event is generously sponsored by FONDA 12South. All proceeds go directly to the WB PTO to support school-based initiatives. Thank you to FONDA and to YOU for supporting the students of Waverly-Belmont!  
Tickets ARE $15 for adults and $10 for kids and can be purchased by clicking the link HERE!

SGA Share The Love Toiletry Drive

The Student Government Association is collecting travel-size toiletries to donate to individuals experiencing homelessness in our community. Travel-size toiletries provide comfort, dignity and care to those in need. Your donation shows kindness and compassion from our school community. Even the smallest items can make a big difference!  Donations are accepted through Friday, February 20 and can be delivered to the front lobby of the school during drop-off in the morning.

E + Rose PTO Meet & Greet

Drop your kiddos off at school and walk next door to E + Rose.  Meet current and future PTO board members and find out how YOU can get involved with current or future-year projects!  Interested but can't make it to this event? Email the PTO Board at waverlybelmontpto@gmail.com and let them know you can't attend but want to be involved!  There is a place for everyone to be plugged in to help make our school a wonderful place to learn and grow!

READ ME WEEK: March 2-6 & Family Literacy Showcase (March 5)

Read Me week is one of the most fun weeks of the year at WBES! The theme this year is “Reading Takes You Places.” Check out the flyer below for the dress up day themes, Literacy night info and volunteer requests!

We also need volunteers to help decorate the school and the different hallways, OR make donations of items and decor if decorating isn’t your thing. You can check out that list and SIGN UP HERE! NOTE: This sign up genius includes BOTH time-slot times to sign up for AND the Amazon Wishlists for each hall are included in the “extended description” at the top of the signup genius.

Lastly, Mark your calendars for the Family Literacy Showcase on March 5th from 5-7pm. This fun FREE event includes pizza, activities a goodie bag and book for each family! Come enjoy all the amazing places reading can take you (including WBES!)

Hello, Dolly! At Hillsboro Highschool

Hello, Dolly! Live at Hillsboro High School - Hillsboro High School Players proudly present Hello, Dolly! Make it a family night out and join us for one of five performances: Friday, February 27 at 7 pm; Saturday, February 28 at 2 pm and 7 pm; Sunday, March 1 at 4 pm; and Monday, March 2 at 7 pm. Enjoy an evening of big Broadway numbers, laughter, and heart as our talented student cast and pit orchestra bring this beloved classic to life. Tickets are available atwww.hillsboroplayers.com (http://www.hillsboroplayers.com/) FYI: The Sunday 4 pm performance will be interpreted in ASL (American Sign Language).

We have some WBES current students, siblings and alum in this production so be sure to support!

J.T. Moore: Rising 6th Grade Cheerleading Tryouts

We are excited to announce that J.T. Moore Middle School Cheerleading Tryouts will be held the week of March 23–25, 2026! We invite all interested students to consider trying out to represent the Matadors with pride, spirit, and teamwork.

📣 Tryout Schedule

    •    Monday, March 23 — Practice Day

    •    Tuesday, March 24 — Practice Day

    •    Wednesday, March 25 — Final Tryouts

Tryouts are open to all rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.

Important Requirements

All students who wish to try out must complete the tryout sign-up form at the link here: JTM Cheerleading Tryouts 2026 - 2027 – Fill out form (https://forms.office.com/r/65PKSUnS11) 

In addition, students must have an ACTIVE and up-to-date physical on file with the school in order to participate in tryouts. No student will be permitted to try out without a current physical — no exceptions.

Mandatory Uniform Fitting

Students who make the team will be required to attend a mandatory uniform fitting on Wednesday, April 1. 

We are looking forward to an exciting tryout week and can’t wait to see the talent, energy, and enthusiasm of our future Matador Cheerleaders!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Go Matadors! ❤️🖤

Cheerfully,

Coach Saltkill & Coach Knighten

2nd Grade Black History Month Wax Museum

Second Grade Black History Month Wax Museum

Thursday, February 26, 2026 10:30-11:00am

As we continue through Wit & Wisdom Module 3, "Civil Rights Heroes," we are excited to showcase what we are learning with a Wax Museum Presentation on Thursday, February 26 from 10:30-11:00 in the Waverly Belmont gym.

Each student will choose an African American to research, write about, and represent for their presentation. Students are encouraged to dress up in a way that respectfully represents the person who they have researched! If your child needs assistance with an outfit or props for their presentation, please let your child's teacher know ASAP.

Families are welcome to attend the showcase to see the presentations of our research! Please reach out to your child's teacher if you have any questions.

-The Second Grade Team

Mrs. Gough, Ms. Gumucio, Ms. Kent, and Ms. Key

Summer Camp with Ms. Elliott!

Join one of our amazing GATE teachers, Ms. Elliott for camp this summer!

Games & Gadgets camp will be offered June 15-19 and June 22-26 with different challenges offered for each week of camp.

Jungle Camp will be offered July 13-17 with a readers theater!

$295 per camper per week, Rising K-5th, 9am - 3pm at the Wedgewood Houston Community Center. To register or ask questions, email Ms. Elliott at daveandnat0607@yahoo.com

MLK MIDDLE INFO: SCHOOL TOURS, INFO & MIX N MINGLE EVENT

Attention all 5th Grade Families! Check out all this information below on applying for MLK Middle (Formerly Head Magnet) for the 2026-2027 School year. Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet Middle School beginning in Fall 2026.

Prospective Family Information Prospective Tiger Family Information

School Tours can be scheduled at: http://head.mnps.org/

Application Timeline

  • Applications open: Tuesday, January 20

  • Applications close: Friday, February 6 at 11:59 PM

  • Lottery: Monday, March 2

School Options: School Options - Metro Nashville Public Schools

All prospective families are invited to attend a Mix N Mingle social event on January 27th. See flyer below for details!