Westfall High School

Open enrollment applications and guidelines for the 2023-2024 school year are now available on our district website at https://www.westfall.k12.oh.us/page/enrollment. Applications are now being accepted and must be returned to the district office by May 15, 2023, and must include two forms of proof of residency. 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 as quickly as possible after May 15, 2023, and families will be notified in a timely manner of their status for the 2023-2024 school year. If you have any questions, please email Paula Dumm at paula.dumm@westfallschools.com or call the Westfall District Office at (740) 986-3671.

Do you know a teacher deserving of recognition? If so, nominate them for the Westfall Education Foundation's Teacher Appreciation Grants! Follow the link below to nominate. Deadline April 28. https://forms.gle/f3VPH2yoVBPtcXPr5

Our Future Problem Solvers are starting their preparations for the State Bowl before traveling to Solon, OH, this Saturday to be presented with the results. FPS teams are working hard this morning to complete their booklets on this year's topic, "Throw Away Society." They are given a future scene, typically 50 years in the future, for which they will complete a six-step problem-solving exercise to determine an underlying problem and a solution to help solve it.

Barrel Horse News recently highlighted WHS senior Caleb Cline's accomplishments as a leading youth rider in 2022. To read more about Cline's achievements through barrel racing, please visit https://bhnmag.co/3nZOY2q.

Congratulations to senior Mackenzie Drone, who has signed a letter of intent to further her academic and athletic career at Shawnee State University, joining their bowling team for the 2023-2024 season!

REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL Friday, April 7 - Monday, April 10, for Spring Break! Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.

JV Baseball game vs. Huntington has been canceled (4/5/23). No JV baseball practice. The Varsity Baseball and Varsity Softball games are still on as scheduled. Westfall Athletic Department is currently monitoring weather conditions and will repost if Varsity games are canceled.

Open enrollment applications and guidelines for the 2023-2024 school year are now available on our district website at https://www.westfall.k12.oh.us/page/enrollment. Applications are now being accepted and must be returned to the district office by May 15, 2023, and must include two forms of proof of residency. 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 as quickly as possible after May 15, 2023, and families will be notified in a timely manner of their status for the 2023-2024 school year. If you have any questions, please email Paula Dumm at paula.dumm@westfallschools.com or call the Westfall District Office at (740) 986-3671.

It's Tax Season, and Mrs. Yeager's Personal Finance Management students learned how to file personal taxes using online software.

London Correctional Institution invites any job seekers interested in a career in Criminal Justice to their Open House on Sunday, May 7th, from 12:00 PM-3:00 PM. This is an excellent opportunity for potential candidates to learn more about daily operations, meet the staff, and consider job openings that offer excellent pay, health benefits, retirement, free tuition, and regular pay increases. All participants must be 18 or older and supply a valid picture ID upon entry. If you have any questions related to the hiring process or requirements, please contact Jennifer at 740-206-5038 or Jennifer.schindler@odrc.state.oh.us.

WHS Prom Committee would like to give a HUGE THANK YOU shoutout to Neil Coleman Insurance for donating an Apple Watch to a lucky winner! Congratulations to junior Caitlyn Shipley!

The Pickaway County Educational Service Center (ESC), in partnership with parentguidance.org, is hosting a Zoom-based educational series led by licensed therapists on the 4th Tuesday of each month. April's meeting focuses on Substance Use & Vaping. Families can gain resources to ask the right questions, spot the basic signs, and learn to communicate with children about the dangers of substance use and vaping. All meetings are geared toward parents and caregivers to identify, understand, and positively impact their child's mental health needs. To register, please scan the QR code or visit https://cookcenter.info/PickawayApril25.

We kicked off prom weekend with a mid-day Prom Promise assembly today. Junior Natalie Yates led the program with a poem reading titled: Death of an Innocent. Trooper Mark Mowbray from the Ohio State Highway Patrol was our guest speaker who gave words of caution and care for the weekend. "Don't allow peer pressure and those outside influences dictate your actions! The staff here at the high school, those of us in law enforcement; in this uniform, we care about you!" Also in attendance was Pickaway County Juvenile and Probate Judge, Shelly Harsha.

Westfall's Community Service Class and Mrs. Fuller's Sculpture Class worked together to make tied blankets for the children staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Columbus. Our students did a great job making these blankets from kits and some from scratch. These blankets will serve as a keepsake and aid in their recovery.

Congratulations to senior Blaec Bugher, who has signed a letter of intent to further his academic and athletic career at Shawnee State University, playing basketball for the Bears in Portsmouth, Ohio!

Westfall Athletics is seeking a Varsity Men's Basketball Coach for the 2023-2024 school year. Interested applicants can view the supplemental job posting at https://5il.co/1r3xo. Contact the Athletic Director at brian.wolfe@westfallschools.com for more information.

We kicked off Prom Spirit Week with Cookout Day! To celebrate, we cooked up a huge thank you to Circleville Nutrition for helping us raise $428 toward our Prom fundraiser! Thank you so much! We really appreciate the support!

The Columbus State Community College Aviation Department is hosting an open house on April 22 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM to celebrate the 55th Anniversary of Columbus State’s Aviation Maintenance Technician Program’s first graduating class! Attendees will be able to tour Bolton Facility, sit inside planes, and hear from current students and alumni about how their experience at Columbus State prepared them for a career in aviation maintenance, and related fields. This event is FREE to attend but please reserve your spot by registering online!

The Columbus State Community College Automotive Department is hosting an Auto Career Tech Night on April 26 from 6:00 – 7:30pm. Attendees will be able to tour the program facility, talk with faculty, and hear from industry partners on how Columbus State’s curriculum prepares graduates for a variety of job opportunities. There will also be a complimentary food truck and a raffle for Snap-On tools. This event is FREE to attend but please reserve your spot by registering online at http://www.cscc.edu/autocareer.

Open enrollment applications and guidelines for the 2023-2024 school year are now available on our district website at https://www.westfall.k12.oh.us/page/enrollment. Applications are being accepted starting April 1, 2023 and must be returned to the district office by May 15, 2023, and must include two forms of proof of residency. 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 as quickly as possible after May 15, 2023, and families will be notified in a timely manner of their status for the 2023-2024 school year. If you have any questions, please email Paula Dumm at paula.dumm@westfallschools.com or call the Westfall District Office at (740) 986-3671.