Puma Weekly - November 14, 2025

Posted Date: 11/14/25 (02:44 PM)

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Puma Weekly

November 14, 2025

School Happenings & Upcoming Events

Empty Bowls is Tonight!!

November 14th

Turkey Trot 2025

William J Johnston Middle School and the 8th Grade Ambassadors proudly present the 35th running of the WJJMS "Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk.

WJ Basketball Registration

WJ Basketball Registration is open through Sunday. Tryouts are on Monday and Tuesday and to participate you must have a valid physical registered with the school nurse before trying out. Parents and kids will be notified on Wednesday about team selection. Practices will start next Thursday and Friday. Pay to play will then be assigned to all those that are selected for the team and are due by the first game which is Dec. 1st.

Thank you!

Girls Basketball Details:

Coach Merwin and Coach Bruni

West Gym

2:15 - 3:45

Boys Basketball Details:

Coach Chandler and Coach Desrochers

East Gym

2:30 - 4:00

Please register today so you don't miss the opportunity. Registration is located in the Forms section on the left hand side in your PowerSchool Parent Portal.

Lifetouch Discounts

As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!

50% off a purchase of $50+ with code 50THANKS
40% off a purchase of $40+ with code 40THANKS
30% off a purchase of $30+ with code 30THANKS

Valid through 12/01/25

PJs & Slipper Socks Drive

Please help collect NEW PJs and slipper socks for local Lion Charities in need. Please turn in your donations to WJJMS by December 19th!

Quarter 1 Report Cards - Ready to View in PowerSchool

At this time, our WJJMS Quarter 1 report cards for the 2025-2026 school year are ready for you to view online.

These are the directions to view:

Log into your PowerSchool account through a laptop/desktop (not the app).
On the left side, under "Navigation", scroll down and click on the option "Report Card."

Honor Roll information on the report cards is now available

Need Coffee for the Cold Months Ahead? Now is the Time to Stock Up!

Scan the QR code below or click on the flyer below.

BA Theatrics Presents: Alice in Wonderland

Join BA Theatrics for a magical journey down the rabbit hole featuring our talented actors from Bacon Academy and William J. Johnston!

Showtimes:

Friday, November 21st at 6:00 PM
Saturday, November 22nd at 12:30 PM

Location: Bacon Academy Auditorium

Tickets:

$15 General Admission
Available online and at the door
Buy tickets here

Come support our young performers and experience the whimsy, wonder, and adventure of Alice in Wonderland!

Dates to Remember

11/14/25 - Empty Bowls Night, 4:30 PM
11/15/25 - Sweet Aroma Fundraiser, 9AM-2PM
11/16/25 - Basketball Registration closes
11/17/25 - Basketball Tryouts, 2:15-4:00 PM
11/20/25 - PTO Meeting, 6:00 PM
11/21/25 - Omar Coffee Fundraiser ends
11/26/25 - Shortened Day, dismiss @ 10:50
11/27-28 - No School, Thanksgiving Break