Westfall High School

The deadline is approaching! Do you know a teacher that deserves recognition? Westfall Education Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2024 Teacher Appreciation Grant at https://forms.gle/LJScsBn5znSpriEM9. The deadline for entry is Friday, April 26, 2024.

Reminder: The State of Ohio Assessments will be administered on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. All students taking the tests must report by 7:30 AM. WHS students who are NOT testing must report at 9:30 AM. Transportation will not be provided for non-test-taking students. If you cannot arrange alternate transportation, you must report to the auditorium upon regular arrival by 7:30 AM.

Several members of our Drug Free Club attended the 13th annual We Are Change Rally, hosted by Ohio Youth-Led Prevention Network's Youth Council. The rally, held in Columbus, showcases the hard work youth prevention groups from across the state.

Congratulations to senior Crystal Candlish, who placed 2nd at the District Rotary Four-Way Test Speech Competition today!

Hey, Mustangs!! Be sure to participate in Prom Spirit Week April 22-26.

Westfall Education Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2024 Teacher Appreciation Grant at https://forms.gle/LJScsBn5znSpriEM9. The Teacher Appreciation Grant will be awarded to three teachers from each school—WES, WMS, and WHS—in the amounts of $500, $300, and $100. The grant funds must be spent on classroom resources that directly impact student needs. The deadline for entry is April 26, 2024.

Future student drivers! You may now register for the next session of Neff Driving School classes and receive a discounted rate of $50! Don't delay—the deadline is May 10. Register by calling (740) 474-7529.

Reminder: The State of Ohio Assessments will be administered on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. All students taking the tests must report by 7:30 AM. WHS students who are NOT testing must report at 9:30 AM. Transportation will not be provided for non-test-taking students. If you cannot arrange alternate transportation, you must report to the auditorium upon regular arrival by 7:30 AM.

Thank you, Yipes Graphics & Printing, for donating these awesome shirts to our spring athletes! We appreciate your support of Westfall Athletics!

Frontier Communications is experiencing issues with the phone lines. They are currently working to resolve the issue. To reach our offices directly, please call the following: District Office number (740) 831-0410 High School number (740) 831-0411 Middle School number (740) 831-0412 Elementary School (740) 831-0413 We apologize for any inconvenience and will keep you updated when the lines are working properly again.

Lindner Summer Institute at the University of Cincinnati has an exciting opportunity for rising Juniors and Seniors interested in studying business as a future career path. Their residential overnight camp takes place June 23-26. Students are encouraged to apply by the deadline of April 28 to ensure they receive priority consideration! For more information and to apply, please visit https://admissions.catalyst.uc.edu/register/lsi2024.

Mrs. Yeager's WHS Food Science students recently visited Mrs. Whitt's and Miss Wolfe's third-graders to help them use fractions in a real-world setting by incorporating them into a recipe for trail mix. This is another great collaboration between the elementary and high schools!

The eSports Program is piloting a new coaching and practice software, Game Lens, for eGame Studios. The software allows coaches to provide real-time feedback to their players and improve skills and in-game strategies. The Westfall High School Fortnite team has been using Game Lens since the fall, providing feedback to eGame Studios on their upcoming software. eSports Varsity coach Matthew Greenlee recently spoke with the Founder and CEO of eGame Studio, Mike Lunt, about starting an eSports team and their product, Game Lens. Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/wreFCcTK0IQ?si=d7w5dP9yRL8Oot8O

Reminder: With the rare total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024, casting parts of Ohio into temporary darkness, Westfall Local School District is proactively adjusting its academic calendar for the safety of its students and staff. As the eclipse coincides with many schools' dismissal times, we understand the potential traffic concerns. Following guidance and consultation with local law enforcement agencies, Westfall Local Schools has decided to cancel school for students and staff on Monday, April 8, 2024, to ensure everyone's safety during this unique celestial event. We understand this schedule change may impact families' plans for the day. However, our top priority is always the safety and well-being of our students and staff. For more information about the Total Solar Eclipse, including how to view it safely, please visit https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/.

Shawnee State University’s next career fair will be in conjunction with their Bear Tracks summer residential career program, allowing recent high school graduates to earn industry credentials. The various tracks are as follows: Healthcare – BASIC EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) Healthcare – Phlebotomy Healthcare - Behavioral Health Specialist Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics – CPT 4.0 Safety and CLA Technology – CompTIA A+ Business – Social Media (SM) for Business and Microsoft Office Education – Child Care Staff Member June 10-28 Find out more information about Bear Tracks at https://www.shawnee.edu/bear-tracks.

Westfall High School is hosting prom at The Old Barns at Dry Run Farms on April 27, 2024, from 6:00-10:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now at https://whsprom2024.ludus.com/. Embrace the magic of the evening with tickets priced at just $40 per guest. Your ticket grants you access to a delicious dinner, convenient parking, a delightful photobooth experience, and the chance to dance the night away. Don't miss your opportunity to make memories that will last a lifetime—secure your ticket today! Tickets may be purchased online using the above link (card) OR in room 107 @ WHS (cash/check). If you pay with cash or check, there is NO FEE. If you choose to pay with a credit card, the site does charge a fee. The last day to purchase tickets is April 19. More information can be found on the ticket website.

Congratulations to Westfall High School's March Students of the Month: A TIE FOR FRESHMEN: Kirsten Blankenship (9) Kirsten has shown continuous growth as a person and student. She works hard, is helpful, and is kind to staff. She brightens her teachers' days! Landen Yang (9) Landen is a hard-working and respectful student who is appreciated by his teachers. He is a student who is good with technology. Sierra Chalk (10) Sierra leads by her actions. She is polite, respectful and is an overall great student. Savanna Vulgamore (11) Savanna's teachers had many good things to say about her. She is described as attentive, pleasant, helpful and positive. She is a good example for her classmates. One of her teachers says that she is one of the hardest workers who is always willing to help others in class who are struggling. Karsten Abraham (12) Karsten has one of the biggest and brightest personalities. She keeps class discussions moving in the right direction and gives good answers. Congratulations to our March Staff Members of the Month: Jessica Yeager (Family & Consumer Science) and Hayden Biedenhard (Instrumental Arts). Thank you for all you do!

Westfall Education Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2024 Teacher Appreciation Grant at https://forms.gle/LJScsBn5znSpriEM9. The Teacher Appreciation Grant will be awarded to three teachers from each school—WES, WMS, and WHS—in the amounts of $500, $300, and $100. The grant funds must be spent on classroom resources that directly impact student needs. The deadline for entry is April 26, 2024.

With many district roads flooded due to the recent storms, Westfall Local Schools will be operating on a 2-hour delay on Wednesday, April 3. As a result, there will be no AM preschool. We will continue to monitor the road conditions and keep you informed if there are any further schedule changes.

Open enrollment applications and guidelines for the 2024-2025 school year are now available on our district website at https://www.westfall.k12.oh.us/page/enrollment. Applications for open enrollment are now being accepted. To ensure your application is considered, it must be returned to the district office by May 15, 2024, along with two forms of proof of residency. Please note that applications will not be date marked as received until two approved proofs of residency are submitted.  Applications have been mailed to current open enrolled students. A separate application must be filled out for each student applying for open enrollment.  At this time, please mail your application(s) with your proofs of residency to:  Westfall Local Schools  Attn: Open Enrollment  19463 Pherson Pike  Williamsport, OH 43164  Decisions on open enrollment acceptance will be made promptly after May 15, 2024. Families will be notified of their 2024-2025 school year status as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please email Paula Dumm at paula.dumm@westfallschools.com or call the Westfall District Office at (740) 986-3671.