We're excited to share our first official Weekly Jaguar Journal, and you can look forward to receiving one every Friday throughout the year, except during holiday breaks.
STUDENT SUPPLY LISTS POSTED ONLINE
The school supply list can be found HERE on our website under “Classrooms.” If you need help with school supplies, please don’t hesitate to contact our school counselor at saundersk@davie.k12.nc.us. She is ready to support any family who may need assistance.
BACK TO SCHOOL FORMS NEEDED!
Since our Back-to-School Forms launched, 59% of our families have already completed them. Thank you to those who have taken care of this important task! Our goal is to reach 100% completion before Open House, as these forms help ensure we have the most accurate and up-to-date information for your child, including contact information, authorized pick-up lists, and other important records. You can access your Parent Portal through the Infinite Campus App or online. If you have any questions about your portal account or Back-to-School Forms, please contact our data manager, Mrs. Pittman, at betsy.pittman@davie.k12.nc.us.
STUDENT FEES FOR 2026-2027
Save time at Open House by paying your student's fees online in advance! Through your Parent Portal, you can view and pay any applicable student fees before arriving. As you review the fees available to add to your cart, please keep the following information in mind:
If your child receives free/reduced lunch, you may request assistance with the School Fee and PE Fee only by contacting our bookkeeper, Mrs. Bowling, at bowlingc@davie.k12.nc.us.
OPEN HOUSE - CLEAR BAGS REQUIRED
Our Open House is August 18th. This is a FLOATING event, allowing you to attend at any time within the window for your child’s grade level.
6th Grade: Tuesday, August 18, 4:00-5:30 pm
7th/8th Grade: Tuesday, August 18, 6:00-8:00 pm
Back-to-school forms must be completed for students to receive their schedule. After receiving your schedule, you will have an opportunity to pay school fees, visit teachers, and ask transportation questions. We do not accept credit/debit cards at the open houses, only online.
COMMUNITY COUNCIL/BOOSTERS - EVENTS AUGUST 9 and AUGUST 12
Our Ellis Community Council and Boosters support many aspects of our school, including teacher appreciation events, student clubs, and athletics. We invite you to attend our next meeting on Wednesday, August 12th, at 3:30 PM. Please check in at the main office, and you’ll be directed to the meeting location. You are welcome to join us virtually - https://meet.google.com/fxa-ugzr-ocv
The Ellis Athletic Department and Booster Club will be hosting a Community Day and Fall Sports Kick-off at the outdoor fields on Sunday, August 9th from 2 p.m.- 5 p.m. We will be cleaning the field areas for all outdoor sports, so bring weed eaters, mowers, and blowers if possible.
COMMUNITY COUNCIL/BOOSTERS - BANNER SPONSORSHIP & RENT THE ROCK
Our Community Council/Boosters raise funds for Ellis through banner sponsorships and spirit rock rentals. Banner sponsors receive advertising in our athletic areas, and sponsorships are $300 for one banner or $500 for two. To become a sponsor, please email our Community Council president at merebop@aol.com.
We also offer two spirit rocks—one at the front of the school and one near the athletic fields. Families can rent a rock for a week for $20 to celebrate birthdays, accomplishments, or special messages. Reserve your week here: Rent the Rock SignUp
UPCOMING EVENTS
Check out all upcoming events by visiting our website and selecting “See All Events”
We’re officially one month out from the start of a brand‑new school year, and we can’t wait to see our students and staff back on campus! In this final Summer Edition, you’ll find important updates about how we communicate at Ellis, fall sports opportunities, and key Back‑to‑School information.
STAYING IN THE KNOW
Beginning Friday, August 7, we will start sending our Weekly Jaguar Journal every Friday. This email will keep you informed about important school updates, upcoming activities, and everything happening at Ellis. Each edition will also be posted on our website and highlighted on our Facebook page. Be on the lookout for this weekly communication!
Along with the Jaguar Journal, families can stay connected by following our Facebook page and visiting our school website at wems.godavie.org for the latest events and announcements.
FALL SPORTS BEGIN MONDAY, JULY 27
Fall sports are almost here—tryouts and practices begin next week! Please visit our Athletics Website and click Announcements for the most current tryout information. We’ve recently updated our Golf tryout details and made changes to Tennis dates and times. You can also access the Athletics page anytime by visiting wems.godavie.org and selecting Athletics from the main menu.
A quick reminder: all middle school athletes must have their DragonFly forms completed, including a current physical, before they can participate in tryouts or practices. You’ll find everything you need under Required Forms & DragonFly on the Athletics Website.
STUDENT SUPPLY LISTS POSTED ONLINE
All of our supply lists are now updated and available on our website. Just visit wems.godavie.org and click Classrooms at the top of the page. If you need help with school supplies, please don’t hesitate to contact our school counselor at saundersk@davie.k12.nc.us. She is ready to support any family who may need assistance.
SELF-GUIDED SCHOOL TOURS FOR NEW STUDENTS
Because last year’s fire prevented our rising 6th graders from touring the building, we are offering self‑guided tours to support a smooth transition into middle school.
Tour Dates:
July 28 – August 11
Tuesdays & Thursdays
1:00–3:00 PM
All visitors must check in at the front office, where staff will provide a map and note any areas that may be closed due to summer cleaning.
BACK TO SCHOOL FORMS OPEN JULY 27
The annual “Back-to-School” forms will launch on Monday, July 27. These forms are important to complete, as they ensure your contact information, child’s pick-up list, and other important information is up to date. You can access your Parent Portal via the Infinite Campus App, or on the web via this link. If you have any questions about your portal account or back-to-school forms, please contact our data manager, Mrs Pittman at betsy.pittman@davie.k12.nc.us.
STUDENT FEES FOR 2026-2027
As you are selecting which fees to "add to your cart" and pay, please keep the following in mind:
If your child receives free/reduced lunch, you may request assistance with the School Fee and PE Fee only by contacting our bookkeeper, Mrs. Bowling, at bowlingc@davie.k12.nc.us.
OPEN HOUSE - CLEAR BAGS REQUIRED
Our Open House is August 18th. This is a FLOATING event, allowing you to attend at any time within the window for your child’s grade level.
6th Grade: Tuesday, August 18, 4:00-5:30 pm
7th/8th Grade: Tuesday, August 18, 6:00-8:00 pm
Back-to-school forms must be completed for students to receive their schedule. After receiving your schedule, you will have an opportunity to pay school fees, visit teachers, and ask transportation questions. We encourage you to complete your back-to-school forms and pay fees online to avoid long lines. We do not accept credit/debit cards at the open houses, only online.
COMMUNITY COUNCIL/BOOSTERS - EVENTS AUGUST 9 and AUGUST 12
Our Ellis Community Council and Boosters support many aspects of our school, including teacher appreciation events, student clubs, and athletics. We invite you to attend our next meeting on Wednesday, August 12th, at 3:30 PM. Please check in at the main office, and you’ll be directed to the meeting location. You are welcome to join us virtually - https://meet.google.com/fxa-ugzr-ocv
The Ellis Athletic Department and Booster Club will be hosting a Community Day and Fall Sports Kick-off at the outdoor fields on Sunday, August 9th from 2 p.m.- 5 p.m. We will be cleaning the field areas for all outdoor sports, so bring weed eaters, mowers, and blowers if possible.
COMMUNITY COUNCIL/BOOSTERS - BANNER SPONSORSHIP & RENT THE ROCK
Our Community Council/Boosters raise funds for Ellis through banner sponsorships and spirit rock rentals. Banner sponsors receive advertising in our athletic areas, and sponsorships are $300 for one banner or $500 for two. To become a sponsor, please email our Community Council president at merebop@aol.com.
We also offer two spirit rocks—one at the front of the school and one near the athletic fields. Families can rent a rock for a week for $20 to celebrate birthdays, accomplishments, or special messages. Reserve your week here: Rent the Rock SignUp
We hope you’re enjoying a safe, sunny, and restful summer. As we gear up for another great year at William Ellis Middle School, we want to share a few important updates to help your family stay informed and prepared for the start of school.
FALL SPORTS
Fall sports are right around the corner with tryouts and practices beginning on Monday, July 27! We encourage all Jaguar families to visit our Athletics Website and select “Announcements” for the most up‑to‑date tryout information. You can also access the Athletics page by visiting wems.godavie.org and selecting Athletics from the main menu.
For all middle school sports, families must complete all required documents in DragonFly before students may participate in tryouts or practices. This includes uploading a current physical. You can find everything you need under “Required Forms & DragonFly” on the Athletics Website.
STUDENT SUPPLY LISTS
Supply lists for Rising 6th and Rising 8th grade students have been updated on our school website. We hope to have the Rising 7th list posted soon and will share an update once it is available. To find supply lists, visit wems.godavie.org and select Classrooms at the top of the page.
SELF-GUIDED SCHOOL TOURS
Because last year’s fire prevented our rising 6th graders from touring the building, we are offering self‑guided tours to support a smooth transition into middle school.
Tour Dates:
July 28 – August 11
Tuesdays & Thursdays
1:00–3:00 PM
All visitors must check in at the front office, where staff will provide a map and note any areas that may be closed due to summer cleaning.
8TH GRADE OUTERBANKS TRIP
Rising 8th grade Jaguars should mark their calendars for our 2027 8th Grade Outer Banks Trip. This year, students will travel April 21–23 to the Outer Banks of North Carolina for three jam‑packed days of exploration, learning, and fun. The total cost for the trip is $575, beginning with a $75 deposit followed by five equal payments of $100. We also encourage parents to consider chaperoning this unforgettable experience. More information will be shared during Open House and Back to School events.