1. Social Groups
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Weekend Activities
Did you hear the circus is in town? Which museum tickets are on sale? We exchange information about local fun activities. Sometimes, we carpool or meet at the venues. Have fun with kids and parents at your school. Come and join us!
(Max: 800)
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Parenting
Being a parent is the hardest and the most important job you will ever have in your life. It is a job a person is never fully prepared for, nor can accomplish entirely alone. Parents need support from each other. By joining this group, you develop genuine connections with other caring parents. Share your insights. Ask questions. Foster competent parenting, relationship development, and family management skills.
(Max: 800)
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Bus Parent Communications
This group is only for parents of students who are riding the bus to or from school. It will be used to share updates of when the bus is leaving or arriving, and to coordinate volunteers and other issues.
(Max: 200)
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Babysitting exchange
For parents who are interested in evening / weekend babysitting exchanges
(Max: 100)
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1st-6th Grade Chess Class
WCMS after school chess class taught by Nick and TC (The West Coast Chess Alliance)
(Max: 200)
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Summer camps
Summer camp resources
(Max: 800)
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STEAM Lab - Minecraft & 3D printing
Join us as we try 3D print a WCMS Minecraft world
(Max: 100)
Saturday Sports
WCMS students meet up at Richmond Recreation Gym/Booker T Anderson Gym/ Nicholl Park Field for After School or Saturday morning sports. WCMS Fall Session 3 SAT Morning soccer begins Nov 6, 13, 20 Thank you Decathlon for subsidizing WCMS Sports equipment purchases! Use code Mavs510 in store for 15%off sports purchases.
(Max: 800)
Wonder League Robot Competition
Build traps and bridges. Solve mazes. Guide Dash the robot as your team explores the Cartoon Network wilderness of “Craig and the Creek.”
(Max: 100)
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General Community Discussion
General WCMS Community Discussion - Please keep discussions respectful, kind, supportive, and mindful of all families in our school community. Thank you!
(Max: 300)
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Zoom Play dates
Video interactions
(Max: 60)
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Music Circle / Ukelele Group
To all interested in UUCB Church Ukelele circle, the next session will be January 9th at 4pm. We did an initial jam session last Saturday to see if there would be ongoing interest. The format is still fluid but it is basically a Music Circle group of kids/youth/adults of various ages/levels getting together to play and sing songs on Ukelele and other instruments. Susan Mashiyama is a UUCB musician, who sings and plays choir, harp, ukelele/ guitar.
(Max: 100)
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Gongfu class
Gongfu class at WCMS
(Max: 200)
School uniform exchange
Have your kids outgrown their uniforms but not worn them out?! This is a forum for passing these items on to others at school.
(Max: 200)
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Carpool
This group is for anyone interested in arranging for carpool to and from school. Please post information about the general area of where you are carpooling from, and arrange carpools with interested people in private messages. Thanks!
(Max: 100)
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Mandarin Learning Resources
A place to share and learn about Mandarin learning resources to help in our kids' language journey
(Max: 500)
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Buy Nothing - WCMS
“One (wo)man’s trash is another (wo)man’s treasure”. By giving away what you no longer need, we can all save money and save useful items from going into the dump!
(Max: 100)
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Abacus Class
Communication channel for families whose students are enrolled or interested in Hanwen's after school class at WCMS.
(Max: 100)
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San Francisco Chinese New Years Parade
This group is for families planning to participate in the SF Chinese New Years parade to help coordinate the practices and planning.
(Max: 100)
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Math Learning Resources
A place to share and learn about Math to help in our kids' academic journey
(Max: 100)
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English Learning Resources
Resources for learning English
(Max: 100)
West County Music
Group instrument classes will be held weekly in 25-minute sessions after school, from 2:30-6pm. Each class will have a minimum of 4 students and maximum of up to 7 students per teacher. We will make every effort to group students according to age and experience, but given the smaller class size, we also anticipate being able to assist students individually during the lesson time. Students will be charged per trimester tuition, and families will have to sign a contract committing to at least three months’ worth of lessons, as well as agreeing to practice outside of the lesson a few times a week. If an instrument is not accessible to them outside of school, we will try to procure practice instruments for students in the form of rentals (if using a third party vendor), school loans, or affordable purchases. In the case of a rental or school loan, agreeing to take care of the instrument will also be part of the music lesson contract. During the lesson, students will learn as a class the basics of instrument technique. They will take turns playing the instrument and doing different musical exercises in front of and with each other. These exercises can include playing, rhythmic exercises, and singing. We will have the opportunity to introduce composers and other background context for the music they are playing. A major part of the lesson will be dedicated to learning how to play pieces that are appropriate to their level, with the intention that they build repertoire for their playing portfolio. At the end of the fall semester, students will have the opportunity to participate in a mock performance to practice performing in front of their peers. We will then have final presentations by grade/skill level at the end of the school year for friends and family.
(Max: 200)
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Middle School Transition Discussion Group/ Grupo de discusión sobre la transición de la escuela intermedia/ 中学过渡讨论组
The objective of this group is for members to share their thoughts, ideas, and concerns about the creation and operations of the WCMS Middle School Program. In order to ensure that we can create a constructive community where diverse opinions can be heard, we ask that you abide by the following guidelines for discussion: Please assume positive intent. We advise that you assume other members of this community are acting with the best interests of our children and community at heart. Please listen actively and respect different opinions within the community. If you disagree with others, we advise that you ask constructive questions to further understandings of respective opinions. Please keep your responses concise and make space for others to add their opinions to the topic at hand. We advise that we all try to make space for as many community members to participate as possible. This can be helped if everyone takes one step back after sharing their opinions. Please keep the discussion around the creation and operations of the WCMS Middle School Program. We advise that this group will be most useful to the larger community when it is centered on developing the best version of WCMS middle school. Therefore, we ask that you not share your plans for exploring other middle schools in this group. As a rule, personal attacks on individuals within or outside the group and/or bad language will not be tolerated and will be cause for you to be removed from the group. We hope that we can all learn from each other and create the best WCMS middle school program through our shared experiences and expertise. Thank you!
(Max: 100)
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STEAM Night robot competition
Discussion group for the STEAM Night robot competition
(Max: 100)
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WCMS Soccer Team
For communication schedules to WCMS Boys & Girls team.
(Max: 100)
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6th Grade Camping Trip / viaje de campamento de sexto grado
This group is for the 6th grade family-led camping trip with location sponsored by WCMS PTA/Este grupo es para familias con estudiantes de secundaria para discutir sobre un viaje de campamento dirigido por una familia con una ubicación patrocinada por la PTA de WCMS/ 该小组适合有中学生的家庭，讨论由 WCMS PTA 赞助的家庭主导露营之旅
(Max: 100)
West County Arts
This is an introductory class to art. Classes will focus on a new art project every 2 weeks. Each project will showcase a new art medium such as paper craft, water color, drawing, sketching, model clay sculpting, etc.
(Max: 100)
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Parents/Caregivers Book Club (English)
This is a parent-led English Book Club. Members would pick a book to read and meet bi-monthly to discuss the book at a local restaurant or someone's residence.
(Max: 50)
West County Dance
Please view attached google doc for more information regarding classes. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Gx7nuGwQf6i9AEGKvOlAm1it7H71xnkGpZdcY-nNtrA/edit Here are some amazing benefits of practicing dance for children: Physical Health: Dance is a form of physical activity that improves cardiovascular health, flexibility, coordination, and muscle strength. Emotional Well-being: Dancing can boost mood and reduce stress levels through the release of endorphins, the body's natural feel-good chemicals. It also provides an outlet for self-expression and creativity, fostering emotional well-being. Social Skills: Dance classes provide opportunities for students to interact with peers in a structured environment, fostering teamwork, cooperation, and communication skills. Confidence Building: Mastering dance movements and performing in front of others can boost self-esteem and confidence. As students improve their skills, they gain a sense of accomplishment and pride in their abilities. Cognitive Development: Learning dance routines requires memorization and spatial awareness, which can enhance cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. Long-Term Health Benefits: Developing a love for dance at a young age can foster a lifelong habit of physical activity, promoting overall health and well-being into adulthood.
(Max: 100)
West County Music (2)
Introductory group music classes held weekly in 25-minute sessions after school, from 2:30-6pm. Each class will have a minimum of 4 students and maximum of up to 7 students per teacher.
(Max: 100)
WCMS Volleyball (Fall’24)
Hello this is a provide group for committee related to planning for December volleyball.
(Max: 60)
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