The Willow Middle School

Our 7th grade orchestra, led by Dr. Jurjevich, is a collaborative ensemble where students continue to refine their technical skills while growing as confident musicians. Through our orchestra program, students develop discipline, teamwork, and a deep appreciation for music.

In Ms. Maldonado’s 6th grade ELA class, students strengthened their editing and revision skills through a gallery walk. As they rotated around the room, they reviewed written pieces, provided feedback, and reflected on how to improve their own writing. Bravo to our 6th grade editors!

Willow 7th graders recently took a field trip to three important sites in the French Quarter. At Preservation Hall, students experienced the powerful tradition of live New Orleans jazz, while their visit to Louis Armstrong Park and Congo Square deepened their understanding of the city’s cultural roots and musical heritage. The trip concluded at the The Presbytère, where students explored engaging exhibits on Louisiana’s history and traditions. It was a meaningful and memorable day of learning beyond the classroom.

Willow Middle School kicked off our Spring season of Girls on the Run! The students are learning about team work and self-confidence while preparing to run a 5K in May. We are so proud of our GOTR team!

At Willow Middle School, Ms. Hardy-Young’s Project Lead the Way classes recently held their PLTW Expo, giving students the chance to showcase their final projects to parents/guardians and peers. It was inspiring to see the creativity, problem-solving, and innovation on display—what an exciting way for students to celebrate their hard work and learning!

Hope you can make it to the Boil this weekend! The weather will be beautiful and our entertainment lineup is HOT!

The Willow Middle School choir teamed up with the High School Jazz Band for an amazing rehearsal ahead of the Crawfish Boil—and let’s just say, it’s going to be a performance you won’t want to miss on Saturday!

Ms. Houston's 6th grade Science students designed and built paper roller coasters to explore potential and kinetic energy.

Students in our Lagniappe Gardening class sponsored by Dr. McKarty have been busy getting their hands in the soil and watching their hard work grow! This season, they have planted and are caring for a variety of vegetables, including broccoli, tomatoes, cabbage, eggplant, cucumbers, and more! Through this hands-on experience, students are learning about plant life cycles, responsibility, and the importance of healthy foods. We can’t wait to see these garden beds continue to flourish as our young gardeners nurture their crops!

Ms. Houston's 6th grade science class built paper roller coasters to learn about potential and kinetic energy!

Register now for Willow Baseball Summer Camp!

The Willow School will reopen tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 25. The Boil Water Advisory has been lifted and water pressure is sufficient to safely operate school at all three campuses. We look forward to welcoming everyone back tomorrow morning.

Come cheer on our runners at today's Fun Run at the Brees Family Field!

Willow Middle School students on Robotics Team 60065A, "Motorized Militia," competed in the Bishop Noland Open Tournament in Lake Charles on Nov. 15, and the NorthShore Robotics Open Tournament on Dec. 13, earning Double Championships at both events.

Team members Dongchen Liu, Leo Wei and (5th grade) and Arya Ning (6th grade) made strong contributions to these victories. Although these tournaments marked the beginning of this newly formed team, their performance was outstanding. After completing the qualifying matches and skills runs, they earned 1st place overall at each tournament, winning both the Teamwork and Robot Skills championships.

This semester, Willow 5th grade social studies teacher Ms. Rachel Oyola particpated in a leadership cohort to learn about participating in a charter school governing board. The cohort was sponosored by the Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools. This week, Ms. Oyola was honored at The Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools' conference.

Willow Middle School teacher Ms. Jenny Maldonado is particpating in the Pass the Mic fellowship through Be Loud Studios. Through this fellowship, she will produce an audio project such as a podcast with her students. The program will run from October to April. We are grateful to Ms. Maldonado for working on this special initiative.

Don't miss the Winter Dance Concert--Thursday and Friday at 7pm in the Goldring Theater at the Lower School (7315 Willow St.). Admission is free but donations for the senior dancers' trip to NYC are welcome!

Willow 5th grade grade students enjoyed a special premiere of an original short film created entirely by Mr. Ary’s Creative Writing class. The film—a modern, imaginative adaptation of One Thousand and One Nights—was written, filmed, and edited completely by the students themselves. Their clever storyline blends timeless storytelling with some of this year’s most popular trends, from mischievous Labubus to the ever-popular “six seven.”

Our middle and high school singers represented The Willow School with pride at the LMEA District VI Honor Choir this weekend.

Students spent Friday, Nov. 14 and Saturday, Nov. 15 in focused rehearsals, culminating in a beautiful Saturday afternoon performance held in the community. Guided by experienced guest conductors, both the Youth and Senior High choirs brought energy, skill, and collaboration to every moment.

A total of 11 middle grade singers and 4 high school singers participated, showcasing dedication, teamwork, and a love of music. We are proud of their commitment and the artistry they shared.

Congratulations to all who took part in this inspiring experience.