Student & Family Resources
Whether you’re new to our school or a longtime West Valley Middle School family, we want to provide the resources you need to support our students in achieving success.
This is a central hub for students and families to easily access information for navigating the school and school day, including enrollment, student handbooks, information about schedules, extra curricular activities, and more!
Enrollment
West Valley Middle School serves students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.
Students who are zoned for West Valley and attended a Knox County elementary school for 5th grade are automatically enrolled.
Enrollment for students who are new to the districts must be completed in person by a parent or legal guardian.
Daily Schedule
At West Valley Middle, the school day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. on regular school days.
On Early Release Wednesdays, the school days begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 12:00 p.m. Lunch is not served on Early Release Wednesdays; however, buses run as usual at dismissal time.
Students must attend for at least 3.5 hours to be counted present for the day.
Academics
During 6th, 7th, and 8th grade years, students are enrolled in four core academic classes: English/Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
Students are also enrolled in two quarter- or year-long Related Arts classes. See the Enrollment page for more information regarding Related Arts courses.
Student Supports
The entire staff of West Valley Middle School is committed to establishing an atmosphere in which students will feel safe, secure, and happy so they maximize their opportunities to learn and achieve. The school has trained counselors and social workers on staff.
Athletics, Clubs, and Arts
Learning and engagement do not stop when the school day ends. West Valley Middle offers a variety of after-school and extracurricular activities—including athletics and clubs—that give students the chance to build new skills, connect with peers, and explore personal interests.
Library / Media Center
Our library is a hub for student learning, reading, and discovery. In addition to the school library, teachers may maintain individual collections of age-appropriate books in their classrooms to support literacy and foster a love of reading.
Support Organization
West Valley Middle School is supported by a strong network of parent and community partners through the West Valley Middle School Education Foundation and the West Valley Middle School Parent, Teacher, Student Organization (PTSO).
If you are interested in joining West Valley's PTSO or volunteering at West Valley, reach out to wvmsptso@gmail.com to get connected.
Click below to learn more about the West Valley Middle School Education Foundation.