Dear Wilson Families, 

As we approach the new school year, I want to extend a warm welcome to our students, parents, guardians, teachers, and staff. We are eagerly preparing for another year of learning, growth, and achievement at Wilson Middle School.  

Wilson Middle School and Glendale have a rich and proud history of excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts. At Wilson, we hold our students to high standards, encouraging them to embody the values of Excellence, Pride, Tradition, Community, and Family. We are committed to nurturing academic and social-emotional growth for every student. We want our students at Wilson to demonstrate the Wilson Way virtues of being Responsible, Reflective, and Kind every day. Our goal is for every student to not only excel academically but also to be compassionate individuals, supportive friends, engaged classmates, responsible citizens, and dedicated and serious scholars. Wilson is a place of warmth and inclusivity, offering something special for everyone. We invite you to make it your own, contribute, and thrive. 

I strongly encourage all students to actively participate in our vibrant school community by joining clubs, exploring our wide range of athletic and artistic opportunities, and engaging in the many different elective classes we have to offer. These experiences allow students to pursue their interests, develop new skills, and forge lasting friendships. 

To our parents and guardians, successful education is the shared responsibility of the parents, students, educators, and the community. I wholeheartedly believe this and ask that our Wilson parents and students fully embrace this partnership to support our Wilson Knights in their academic and social-emotional growth.

And finally, to stay connected with our school, please review our school website regularly. Review the calendar for all the most updated events. You can find the bell schedule, staff contact information, school policies, and more all on our website.  

Every Sunday at 6:00 pm, parents, students, and staff will also receive a weekly newsletter from Dr. Akhverdyan. Please spend a few minutes on Sunday to review upcoming dates, events, and information with your child. The newsletter, which is called “Knightly News”, will also be available on our school website. Some information we include in the Knightly News newsletter will also be posted on our official Instagram page @wmsknights. 

Please ensure you regularly check your ParentSquare emails for all communication and updates.

I eagerly look forward to welcoming you all back to Wilson. We are going to have a fantastic school year! Go Knights! 

Dr. Alen Akhverdyan, Principal