OUR SCHOOL
- Our Mission
- Administration
- Principal Newsletter
- Who is your Assistant Principal & Counselor?
- Traffic Plan
- Attendance
- School Nurse
- Clubs & Organizations
- PAWW
Our Mission
- The mission of West Wilson Middle School, in partnership with parents and the community, is to create a culture in which all students are actively engaged in rigorous, relevant learning.
- We envision our school as a community of actively engaged learners who are able to think critically and make responsible decisions in an ever changing global society.
Administration
Head Principal Josh JohnstonEMAIL
Mr. Johnston started his educational career as an educational assistant at Mt. Juliet High School in 2008 in the Exceptional Education CDC department . He received his bachelor’s degree from Cumberland University, and then transitioned into inclusion classes where he taught Biology, Chemistry, ELA 1 & 2, Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. He received a master's degree from the University of Alabama in Educational Psychology and helped create the first CIP program at Mt. Juliet High School. Later he earned his Ed.S from Tennessee Tech, and shortly after he moved to an Assistant Principal role at MJHS. During that time, he participated in the Governor’s Academy for School Leadership at Vanderbilt University. In 2021, he became the Secondary Supervisor for Wilson County Schools. Mr. Johnston's goal as a school leader is to provide all students and faculty every opportunity to grow and thrive.
Amy Hill, Assistant Principal: A-GaMrs. Hill is the AP for all students with last names starting with A-GaEMAIL
Mrs. Hill has been an educator since 2001. After moving to Mt. Juliet from Louisville, Kentucky, she taught math and science at Mt. Juliet Middle School for eleven years. Mrs. Hill also served as an instructional coach before she was appointed Math Coordinator for the Wilson County School District. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Spanish, a Master of Arts in Education, and has an endorsement in Instructional Leadership.
Annmarie Joyce, Asst. Principal Ge-OMrs. Joyce is the AP for all students with last names starting with Ge-OEMAIL
Mrs. Joyce began her career in education in Rutherford County Schools and taught 7th grade science for six years at La Vergne Middle School. Mrs. Joyce served for two years as an assistant principal at LMS, and then served as an assistant principal at Smyrna Middle School for four years. In 2019, Mrs. Joyce moved closer to home and accepted a teaching position in Lebanon Special School District. She received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Tennessee Technological University and her Ed.S. from MTSU.
Josh Marlowe, Asst. Principal P-Z
Mr. Marlowe is the AP for all students with last names starting with P-Z.EMAIL
Mr. Marlowe started his educational career in 2008 at Mt. Juliet Middle School , spending eight years teaching 6th grade and later 8th grade history while coaching multiple sports. Later, he served in a variety of roles at Mt. Juliet High School while coaching high school baseball. In 2019, Mr. Marlowe moved to Wilson Central High School to coach golf, and he started as RTI coordinator and then became the graduation coach. A Mt. Juliet High School graduate, Mr. Marlowe attended Trevecca Nazarene University with a degree in history education in 2008. Since then, he has earned his master's degree in Curriculum and Design from Cumberland University in 2012, and a Ed.S. in Instructional Leadership in 2018 from Tennessee Tech. He resides in Mt. Juliet and has been married to Meg Marlowe for five years.
Principal Newsletter
Who is your Assistant Principal & Counselor?
Traffic Plan
WWMS TRAFFIC PLAN 2026-27
Car Rider Traffic (Yellow Path)
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Enter Weston Drive off Mt. Juliet Road.
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Proceed down Weston Drive around the building to the parking lot entrance at the back of the school.
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Using all lanes, enter either traffic waiting queue.
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Drop-off and Pick-up location (located on the side of the building).
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Exit to Weston toward MJ Road.
School Bus Traffic (Blue Path)
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Enter & Exit campus from MJ Road bus only access.
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Proceed into parking lot for drop-off & pick up.
Important Restrictions
The image features red stars in the front and rear parking lots with the following warning:
NO CAR RIDER DROP-OFFS OR PICK-UPS IN THESE PARKING LOTS
Attendance
School Absence Information
Students returning from a school absence must have a written note/email/doctor note submitted to the school’s Attendance Secretary or Skyward within three days. Parents may submit up to five parent notes per semester.
For more information on excused and unexcused absences, contact Wendi Williams, our school’s Attendance Secretary.
School Nurse
Clubs & Organizations
| CLUB | WHAT IS IT? | TIME | PLACE | SPONSOR | |
| Art Club | An application-only club for students who want to progress as an artist and learn about and use unique art materials. | 3rd Wednesday of each month 3:30-5:00 | Room 302 | Ms. Ellison | ellissyd100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Beta Club | Beta Club is an application-only International honor society. Its purpose is to promote academic achievement, character, leadership, and service among elementary and secondary school students. Students will participate in community service, school support, and state and/or national competitions. | Alternating Mondays 3:30-4:30 | 109 | Ms. O'Rick | orickay100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Book Club | Focuses on reading all manner of appropriate books, and breaking down and discussing the elements, elaborating on their feelings and thoughts in a casual setting. | First Tuesday of each month 3:30-5:00 | Library | Mr. Padilla | padiljos101@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Chess Club | Chess club focuses on chess matches at each meeting. It improves your chess skills by having a variety of opponents and learning dynamic strategies. | Third Thursday of each month 3:30-4:30 | Room 214 | Mr. Woods | woodsken100@wcschools.com |
| Color Guard Club | Members work with MJH color guard to learn routines and skills to perform | Wednesdays 3:45-4:45 | Room 200 | Ms. Beziat Ms. Palmer | Beziatv@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Early Bird Readers Club | An application-only club that provides a gathering for students who love independent reading and books, and who prefer a quiet place to enjoy those before school | Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00-8:25 | Library | Ms. Jolley | jollebet100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| FCA | Fellowship of Christian Athletes is all about supporting and encouraging each other-a faith based club. Come as you are. You don't have to be a Christian and you don't have to be an athlete. | Fridays 8:00-8:20 AM | Theater | Mrs. Scott Mrs. Roberts Mr Arnold | scottjen100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| FFA | Focus on premier leadership, personal growth, and career success with ag education and competitions. | 3rd Tuesday of each month | room 601 | Ms. Midgett | midgelau100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Gaming Club | For people who like to play all kinds of games: board, video, or trading card games and would like to hang out casually and play | 1st & 3rd Thursday of month 3:30-4:45 | Band Room | Mr . Leih | leihmas100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| History Club | Learn about US and World history, including major historical events. | Last Monday of month 3:30-4:30 | Rm 402 | Ms. Gorgas | gorgaeli100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Journalism | Writes and designs the digital newspaper, the Warrior Watch | Tuesdays 3:30-4:30 | Rm 202 | Mr. Felkins | felkijar100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Lego Club | Students hang out and build with Legos as they share in creativity and imagination. | Thursdays 3:30-4:30 | library | Ms. Pulcastro Ms. Martin-Healing | pulcastros@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Multicultural Club | Learn about and celebrate cultures from all over the world. | 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month | Room 409 | Mrs. Spear | spearjes100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Quiz Bowl | Quiz Bowl is an academic competitive club. Students will compete against one another, and some will be chosen to represent our school at tournaments. | Fridays 3:30-4:30 | library | Mr Padilla | padiljos101@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Robotics Club | Students focus on coding and improving robots. Members also compete in competitions. | Tuesdays & Wednesdays 3:30-5:00 | Room 602 | Ms. Barsom | barsonan100@wcschools.com |
| Starlight Stories | Focus on reading fun, magical stories and accompanying activites like recipies and crafts | 1st Wednesday of each month 3:30-5:00 | Room 506 | Ms. Hawkins Ms. Adams | hawkisam100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Student Council | An application and election-only club, Student council focuses on service to both the school and the community. | Wednesdays after school as needed. | LIbrary | Ms. Hughes | hughechr100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| True to Me Club | A cozy community built around fun activities like bracelet making to journaling and gardening. | 1st Thursday of month 3:30-5:00 | Room 506 | Ms. Hawkins Ms. Wallman | hawkisam100@wilsonk12tn.us |
| Welcoming Warriors | An application-only club, they are a peer buddy group to help our CDC friends and build an inclusive school | Fridays 8:00-8:15 AM | Room 501 | Ms. Joiner Mr. O'RIck | oricknic100@wilsonk12tn.us |
PAWW
PARENTS ASSISTING WEST WILSON (PAWW) BOOSTER CLUB
Welcome to Parents Assisting West Wilson (PAWW) Booster Club. Our goal is to communicate and engage all parents who want to help so they can assist as they can! We will work to post and volunteer opportunities so you can plug in as it works for you. We want WWMS to be an outstanding experience for all students and staff!!
SPONSORS: We are looking for business sponsors to assist with teacher appreciation initiatives during the year such as lunches and teacher swag. We will be highlighting the business on our social media pages and principals newsletter. Note, we are a 501(c)(3). Please reach out for more information.
Teacher Wish List: The teachers submit needs to us through the year and we add them HERE
Contact: Questions or interested in joining us? Email us at paww.wwms@gmail.com
Like us on Facebook to keep up with events and volunteer opportunities
Please use these ways to give back to WWMS while shopping: (Very easy ways to help our school):
KROGER: Shop at Kroger? August is Re-enrollment time.. Register your normal Kroger Plus care online and choose our organization under the community rewards section of your profile. We are listed under Organization #87028 or by name of PAWW MS Booster Club. LINK HERE Then all you have to do is be sure you use/swipe your Kroger plus care at checkout! If you registered during last school year – you must re-register your card this school year as well. Please help support our school!!
COMPANY MATCHING: Does your employer offer company matching? PAWW is listed as a non profit and can be found via our EIN# 463372142 under Parents Assisting West Wilson. Pay for fundraisers through your company matching and just print the donation confirmation sheet to include as payment.