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| May 4, 2012 School NewsTake Your Child to Work Day
West Senior High teachers brought their children to work on Thursday, April 26th, for Take Your Child to Work Day. Students and teachers shared classes and lunch with staff's children.
 
Volunteers Needed in the Library Media Center
The LMC is looking for parent volunteers to help shelve books in the month of June and next school year. If you are interested, please contact the LMC at 933-7540 or email minorge@tcaps.net.
An Evening of Children's Theatre
Featuring Stone Soup and Rapunzel
Friday, May 11, 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 12, 1:00 PM
Tickets are $5 Students, $10 Adults
Box Office 933-7509
Volunteers Needed for August Registration
Parent volunteers are needed for netbook distribution during registration at the end of August. Dates and times are not yet scheduled. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Mr. Esper's office at 933-7591.
Textbook and LMC Materials Policy
1. Students are sent a paper copy of the overdue notice.
2. Students are not allowed to check out additional materials until the overdue material is returned or paid for.
3. Students can be placed on payment plans starting as little as $1/week and may continue to check out material as long as they continue to be timely with their payment contract. In the case of students dealing with hardship issues, fines will be waived or individual plans will be developed.
4. Students will not be permitted to drop a class without a teacher signature AND Ms. Taylor's signature verifying that all materials have been returned.
5. End of year letters will be sent home notifying parents of over due books.
6. Seniors may not be allowed to walk at graduation until materials are return and fines are paid.
7. At any time a student pays for lost material and then later finds it, the student will be issued a refund based on the condition of the material returned.
Global Opportunity!
Travel to Spain for eleven days with Tamara Batcha, Kate Hansen, Heidi Gregory and Lisa Dohm. Our Spanish teachers are leading an eleven-day tour of Spain including Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Costa del Sol, Sevilla and Madrid. The trip is open to all students enrolled at either WHS or CHS and who will be in grades 9 - 12 in the fall. If you would like more information on the tour please visit www.eftours.com and enter tour #1254486. View the photo galleries and share the adventures of previous travelers. Fundraising is currently underway. We're looking for donations to our Community Yard Sale to be held May 12th. Watch for our ad in the newspaper, and listen to the radio for more details on how you can help our students finance their travel. Questions, please phone Senora Batcha at 231-933-7568.
Buffalo Wild Wings Fundraiser Wednesday, May 23rd!
Mark Your Calendar and Pick up Tickets in the Main Office or download from here for the Senior Party Fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings!
We have secured May 23rd from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM at Buffalo Wild Wings as our Fundraiser night! Present the ticket to your server and BWW will donate 15% of all pre-taxed food sales (excludes alcohol and promotional discounts). Print out several copies to hand out to all your friends and neighbors!
Please Note: 1) These can NOT be handed out in/or around the restaurant or it will disqualify us from receiving the donation. 2) We must bring in a minimum of $500 in sales in order to qualify for the 15% donation! So tell all your friends and neighbors we need them!
Message from the School Nurse
Please remember, medications not picked up or taken home on the last day of school will be properly discarded on June 8, 2012. Tina Soyring, RN, BSN, School Nurse
The Bullycide Project - May 22, 6:00 PM
The Bullycide Project is a play based on the book Bullycide in America, written by mothers who have lost a child to suicide due to excessive bullying. The play chronicles stories of bullycide, as well as additional stories from the perspectives of the bully, the bystander, the person who stands up to bullying, and the parents.
The play is showing at Lars Hockstad Auditorium, Central Grade School, 301 W. 7th Street. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Show starts at 6:00 PM. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Orchard Creek Assisted Living on Cherry Bend Road, The Copy Shop on 8th Street, and Floor Covering B rokers on South Airport Road.
Proceeds from this event will benefit TCAPS anti-bullying initiatives. Contact Dale Chilcote at dale@orchardcreektc.com or visit www.thebullycideproject.com for more information.
Grand Slam for TCAPS – 1st Annual Wuerfel Park Fundraiser for TCAPS K-12 Sports: Saturday, July 28, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Come join the fun at Wuerfel Park on Saturday, July 28th, and help raise funds for TCAPS sports programs. Enjoy carnival games, sports clinics, and a silent auction at this rain or shine event. Tickets are only $5.00. Every ticket is an entry for the Grand Slam Grand Prize! A portion of every ticket sold will be donated to TCAPS K-12 sports as well as 100% of the silent auction proceeds. Call 231.943.0100 for more information or to order your tickets today! Click here to learn more or purchase tickets. |
| April 6, 2012 School NewsTrashion Fashion Show
The 5th Annual Trashion Fashion show will once again be held at Traverse City West Senior High School in the commons on April 14, at 8:00 PM. Admission is $5 with proceeds benefiting Pete's Place and S.C.R.A.P. TC. Please contact Julie Keck for more information at keckju@tcaps.net.
WSH Thespian Performance
SHORTS....an evening of One Acts
Friday, April 20th, and Saturday, April 21st
6:30 PM West Senior High Auditorium
$5.00 for students and seniors $10.00 for adults
Student Allergies
Does your child have a significant allergy? Maybe he or she has a food allergy "but is always careful what she/he eats," or a bee sting allergy. If this is true of your student, please make sure we are aware of this at school. With proper medical documentation, your child can have a treatment plan and medications at school to help treat an emergency should it occur. If you have questions or would like to talk with our nurse, call 933-7524.
TC West Wins 7th Straight Year at Model UN Competition
TC West tudents competed with over 600 students at the Mid-American Model United Nations Competition (MAMUN) that was held at the Marriot at Eagle Crest, Ann Arbor on March 12–17. The TC West Model UN Team won Best Prepared School Award for their 7th straight year. Forty-nine students comprising the TC West Model UN team represented the United States, Germany, Finland, Democratic Republic Congo, Rwanda, Spain, Lebanon, and France at MAMUN 2012. Other individual, team, and group awards are as follows:
Delegation Awards
Best Delegation - Highest Honors - General Assembly- Representing Germany
Andrew Hartman, Levi Gourdie, Nick Messina, Chase Wagner, Elizabeth Warbasse
Best Delegation - Highest Honors - Economic Social Plenary Assembly- Representing Germany
Jonah Laursen, Austin Mayer, Liam Thomas
Best Delegation - Second Highest Honors - Economic Social Plenary Assembly
Representing Finland
Wen Fay, Kyle Ringwelski, Alex Vanderklipp
Representing Democratic Republic Congo
Caleb Kase, Jack Murphy, Ben Traines
Highest Individual Honor Awarded at the Conference
Levi Gourdie - The Jonathon Perry Award
Best Delegate - Highest Honors
Chase Wagner representing Germany
Security Council
Levi Gourdie representing Germany
Political Committee
Charlie Pacer representing Germany
Social Humanitarian and Cultural Committee
Austin Mayer representing Germany
Human Rights Committee
Jan Dittmar representing Rwanda
Environmental Committee
Best Delegate - Second Honors
Rory Strauble representing Finland
Political Committee
Elizabeth Warbasse representing Germany
Special Political Committee
Nick Messina representing Germany
Science & Technology Committee
Ruby Kirby representing Rwanda - Social Humanitarian and Cultural Committee
Andrew Hartman representing Germany
Legal Committee
Erik Gadsboell representing Rwanda
Legal Committee
Leandro Candau representing Spain
Economic Committee
Paris Wagner representing Finland
Human Rights Committee
Liam Thomas representing Germany
Environmental Committee
Best Delegate in International Crisis Situations
Andrew Hartman, Jonah Laursen, Charlie Pacer, Rory Straubel, Max Verellen
SENIOR GRADUATION PARTY NEWS
Volunteers Needed!
Reminder to sign up online for the time slot you would be able to work during the party. They are filling up fast! Also needed are several more volunteers between now and the party! We are compiling our volunteer list and will confirm after Spring Break.
Yard Signs!
We have approximately 130 Graduation Yard Signs left over from last year that we were able to modify and recycle for this year at a huge savings! Last year they sold for $12 each, this year we are able to offer them for $5 each! Check the website to order yours today! Go to www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com and click on the "Graduation Yard Signs" link to the left for details!
The Graduation Party Needs Your Help in Soliciting Business Donations!
In order to make this party a big success we rely on community businesses to help fund it. All businesses who donate will be listed in a large "Thank You" newspaper ad after the party. We encourage you to go to www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com and download 5 business letters to give to businesses you know who would like to help keep our Seniors safe. Please let SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com know which businesses you have chosen so we don't have too many repeats.
Buffalo Wild Wings Fundraiser is Coming!
Check the website (www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com) for the date and time! An email will be sent out as well! |
| March 2, 2012 School NewsTrashion Fashion Show
The 5th Annual Trashion Fashion show will once again be held at Traverse City West Senior High School in the commons on April 14, at 8:00 PM. Admission is $5 with proceeds benefiting Pete's Place and S.C.R.A.P. TC. Please contact Julie Keck for more information at keckju@tcaps.net.
Netherlands Exchange Program
Beginning on March 22nd, twenty TC West students will be spending nearly two weeks in Holland on an exchange program with Ulenhof College in the city of Doetinchem, Netherlands. Twenty Dutch students stayed with American students in October. Their Dutch counterparts will soon be hosting those same American students, helping our kids develop a true understanding of Dutch culture. Students will be going to school at the Ulenhof College, touring Amsterdam and The Hague, exploring the Dutch countryside, touring castles, and visiting museums.
West Senior High Musical Aida
7:30 PM Thursday, March 8
7:30 PM Fridays, March 2, March 9
7:30 PM Saturdays, March 3, March 10
2:00 PM Sundays, March 4, March 11
General admission seats: $15 Premier seats: $20
Tickets may be purchased through the TC West Senior High Box Office at 933-7509.
WSH Thespian Performance
SHORTS....an evening of One Acts
Friday, April 20th, and Saturday, April 21st
6:30 PM West Senior High Auditorium
$5.00 for students and seniors $10.00 for adults
Congratulations!
Congratulations to senior Briar Rose Galla whose play, The White Runs Red, was selected to be performed at The Young Playrights Festival this May in Traverse City. The play could only be 12 pages long and involve up to six characters. Briar's play is about six people being interviewed by a reporter for a murder trial.
Yearbooks at West!
Just a reminder.....we still have a few yearbooks left. They are $65.00 and students can bring a check to Mrs. Hansen in the main office.
Last Day to Register for LEAP Latin Language Instruction
LEAP is accepting registrations through today, March 2, for the Latin Instruction Program to begin at both Central and West High Schools next week.
The program is open to all interested high school students and community members wishing to receive Latin instruction.
Classes begin the week of March 5th and run through June 7th. Cost is $350 per person.
Central High School
Monday and Thursday
Mornings at 7:10 AM
West Senior High School
Tuesday and Friday
Mornings at 7:15 AM
Instructor: Mr. Ken Lardie, a long time educator with 8 years of Latin education experience.
To register and pay online or for additional information, please visit www.tcaps.net/LEAP. For additional questions please contact the LEAP office at 231-933-1758 or 231-933-1722.
Tenth Annual Teacher and Parent Education Series
On March 6, Northern Michigan Psychiatric Services will deliver a presentation on “Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children and Adolescents” from Dr. Sander Weckstein, Board Certified Child, Adolescent, and General Psychiatrist. The presentation will run from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the TC Central High School Library Media Center, 1150 Milliken Drive, All presentations are open to the public and are free of charge. Please call Northern Michigan Psychiatric Service, P.C. at 231-935-0355 for more information.
SENIOR PARTY NEWS
Upcoming Senior Party Fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings!
The Senior Graduation Party is in the planning stages for a fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings in the upcoming weeks! Check out the website for details to come! www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com.
Senior Graduation Party Tickets!
If you haven’t already purchased your students ticket for the all-night Senior Party, please do so soon so we can start purchasing prizes and items for their gift bag! Ticket price is $40 until May 1st when it goes up to $55. Those purchasing it before May 1st will include a free T-shirt! You can download and print an order form from our Senior Party website that you can mail to us! www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com
SENIOR PARENTS!! We Desperately Need Your Help!!
We can’t do this without you! The Senior Graduation All-Night Party is in need of your help between now and the party! We have a lot of volunteers for the night of the party but we need a lot more volunteers helping now, especially on these committees: fundraising, prize acquisitions, business donations, and food. If you can spare any time at all, please contact us through the website below or email us at SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com. The ticket price of $40 will get your senior into an evening of food and fun and they will have parting gifts worth a minimum of $40. BUT, ADDITIONAL FUNDS are needed in order to pay for the food, decorations, entertainment, activities, and prizes. It takes approximately $25,000 to put on this wonderful event. The funds we raise will determine the prizes we will be able to award. It could be the difference between an electric toothbrush or an iTouch. Please help support this festivity for your senior. Check out the website for all the information and details regarding volunteering, tickets, fundraisers, donations, etc.! Go to www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com for details!
Twinkle Lights Needed!
Do you have any ‘unwanted’ WHITE twinkle lights leftover from Christmas? If so, we would love for you to donate them to the Senior Party Decorations Committee! Please contact Cathi Hornbogen at SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com. Thank you!
A Huge THANK YOU for our Valentine’s Day Cupcake and Balloon Fundraiser!
The Senior Party would like to thank all the parents, students, and staff for making this an incredible fundraiser that far exceeded all of our expectations! We delivered 615 cupcakes along with 425 balloons on Valentine’s Day which earned $1,500 for the Senior Party! It was a HUGE event and we would like to thank the following people for all their help and donation of time. Without them we could never have pulled this off:
NHS Students, Key Club Students, and Student Senate (our delivery crew!)
Lisa Stradinger with Celebrations Cake Design for supplying the delicious and beautifully packaged cupcakes!
Greg Keller, Diane Kenner, Leslie Shields, and Nili Magee from Party Giant for supplying and filling all those balloons bright and early in the morning!
All the TC West Teachers for their patience and allowing us to interrupt their day!
A big Thank You to the wonderful Office Staff for being so supportive including, but not limited to, helping us track down room numbers for over 630 students: Sherri VanDyke, Krista Gusler, Heather Mathie, Gloria Bersok, Patricia Burrows, Jill Cheever, and Jennifer Nowak.
Thank you to the following TC West Parents for their time in helping fill orders: Kelly & Jerry Diss, Cheryl Durham, Wendy Cozad, Betty Traines, Dawn Bondy, Liz Williams, and Rhonda White; and Diane DeHaven and Pete Hornbogen for transporting 400+ balloons.
And also a big thank you to the wonderful lunch and custodial staff for all their help: Paula Lorenz, Lisa Lautner, Mark Rosa, and James Rucker.
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| February 3, 2012 School NewsStudent Count Day – February 8th
Every school day is important to your child’s learning! Count Day on Wednesday, February 8th, determines funding amounts, based on student attendance, that help schools pay for many academic programs and services. Help your school by being in school on Count Day. In the event school is closed on Feb. 8th, then count day will take place on the following school day.
Trashion Fashion Show Grant Award
Congratulations to the TC West Visual Art Department who received an $800 grant from the Puffin Foundation to be utilized with our yearly Trashion event.
Volunteers Needed for Library Media Center
The LMC is looking for volunteers. If you are interested in helping us with reading shelves, please contact Genevieve Minor at minorge@tcaps.net or 933-7540. No experience is necessary. Training only takes about five minutes.
Last Chance to Order a Yearbook
If you want to order a 2012 Odyssey yearbook, we have a limited amount left. Please send your child with a check for $65.00 to Mrs. Hansen in A108 if you want to purchase a yearbook. Our final order was placed in early December, and we ordered only 75 extra copies. More than 1000 students have not ordered, so be sure to reserve your copy immediately to ensure your copy of the yearbook. Contact Mrs. Hansen at hansenca@tcaps.net with any questions.
Student-Led Conferences to be Held May 2
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions regarding student-led conferencing:
1. What is a student-led conference?
A student-led conference is a student-driven conversation between the student and guardians reviewing his/her growth over the course of the year. Students will use an electronic portfolio to guide the conversation.
2. Why are students participating in student-led conferencing?
Student-led conferencing gives students the opportunity to showcase their work, growth and achievement as well as develop and enhance communication skills. This will also prepare students for college or career interviews. Parents/guardians will have the opportunity to discuss student achievements in a structured conversation.
3. When will we be having student-led conferences?
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at West Senior High School from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM
4. How long does a student-led conference last?
A student-led conference typically lasts 15-20 minutes.
5. How do we schedule conferencing?
A letter will be sent home. Parents will be able to choose an hour time slot (4:30-5:30, 5:30-6:30 or 6:30-7:30) and will be scheduled for a 20-minute time slot within that hour.
6. What if a student or parent will not attend?
All students must participate, as this is now a graduation requirement. If a parent is unable to attend, then the student may select another adult to attend the conference.
7. What about sports/concerts/performances/etc...?
Our administrative team worked with the athletic and music departments to ensure that there will not be conflicts on this evening.
Tenth Annual Teacher and Parent Education Series
Northern Michigan Psychiatric Services will deliver presentations from Dr. Sander Weckstein, Board Certified Child, Adolescent, and General Psychiatrist. Presentations will run from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the TC Central High School Library Media Center, 1150 Milliken Drive, on the following dates:
February 7, 2012 “Depression and Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents”
March 6, 2012 “Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children and Adolescents” All presentations are open to the public and are free of charge.
Please call Northern Michigan Psychiatric Service, P.C. at 231-935-0355 for more information. |
| January 6, 2012 School NewsBus Passes at West Senior High
Due to liability issues, we will no longer be able to accept bus pass requests over the telephone. You may submit a letter to the main office by 1:00 PM, send a fax to 231-933-7506 or email your letter to either Sherri VanDyke at vandykesh@tcaps.net, or Patricia Burrows at burrowspa@tcaps.net to request a bus pass for your student. Extenuating circumstances will be dealt with on an individual basis. Holiday Updates
Here are just a few of the great things that were done during the holidays through the staff and students at West Senior High: - Student Senate did a toy drive and blood drive
- The Christmas Toy Blitz sponsored by the football team. The football parents donate time and money to purchase the gifts, while the players wear their jerseys and Santa hats and deliver them to families in need.
- Key Club sponsored a coat drive
- Key Club organized “Pennies for Pasta” for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
- Our staff members were wonderful “Santa’s Helpers” with our annual Christmas gift card program. The program collected over $1200 from staff donations to provide a little Christmas cheer for some of our students.
- NHS sponsored a coat drive and West Side sale
- NHS Adopt-a-family Homeless Support - Turkey Trot
TC West Orchestra Fundraiser
 The TC West Senior High Orchestra program is selling Titan House Flags for $40 each. Please contact Miss Ann Marie Jones at 933-7797 or jonesan@tcaps.net or pick up an order form in one of the West Senior High offices TC West Graduation Expo
STUDENTS & PARENTS: One-stop shopping for all your graduation needs such as catering, photography, cakes, announcements/invitations, fashion, gifts, and more! Great door prizes! TC West Juniors and Seniors free with Student ID! DO YOU OWN A BUSINESS? It gives us great pleasure to invite you to the 1st Annual Graduation Expo, to be held in the TC West High School Commons on January, 21st, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. All money raised from this event will be used to provide the TC West 2012 graduates with an all-night lock-in Senior Party. This Expo aims to provide an opportunity for businesses, such as yourself, to showcase your services/products to current and future graduates for all their senior year needs. All participants will be encouraged to visit with each vendor. We are asking each vendor to donate an item or gift certificate for door prizes. For more information contact Cathi Hornbogen by email at SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com or at 933-4253. Extending this invitation to any and all business patrons you feel would benefit from this event would be greatly appreciated! |
| December 2, 2011 School NewsTC West Graduation Expo
STUDENTS & PARENTS: One-stop shopping for all your graduation needs such as catering, photography, cakes, announcements/invitations, fashion, gifts, and more! Great door prizes! TC West Juniors and Seniors free with Student ID!
DO YOU OWN A BUSINESS? It gives us great pleasure to invite you to the 1st Annual Graduation Expo, to be held in the TC West High School Commons on January, 21st, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. All money raised from this event will be used to provide the TC West 2012 graduates with an all-night lock-in Senior Party.
This Expo aims to provide an opportunity for businesses, such as yourself, to showcase your services/products to current and future graduates for all their senior year needs.
All participants will be encouraged to visit with each vendor. We are asking each vendor to donate an item or gift certificate for door prizes.
For more information contact Cathi Hornbogen by email at SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com or at 933-4253. Extending this invitation to any and all business patrons you feel would benefit from this event would be greatly appreciated!
Winners of Bill Marsh Video Contest
Congratulations to Ryan Ellsworth, Charlie Pacer, Levi Mains, Joseph Caraccio, and Graeme Placek for winning First Place in the Bill Marsh Auto Student Film Competition! Videos were shown and judged at the State Theatre on November 4, 2011. Students were awarded thousands of dollars in college scholarship money. Congratulations also to Julia Ensign, who was awarded first runner up or second place! (Pictured above from left to right:
Ryan Ellsworth, Charlie Pacer, Levi Mains, Mr. Rennie, Joe Caraccio, Graeme Placek)
Orchestra Concert on December 13
West Senior High Orchestra will have a concert on December 13, 2011 at 7:30 PM at West Senior High Auditorium. They will have a Holiday Cookie Exchange in the Commons that evening from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM with cookies, coffee, and cocoa available for sale.
Sick Students at West Senior High
If your child calls home asking to be picked up because they are ill, please ask them to go to their neighborhood office or the nurse's office. Students are using their cell phones to call home and not checking into an office. This is a concern because if they are ill enough to need to go home, someone at school should be aware of the situation and keep an eye on them until they are able to be picked up. This is for their safety. Thank you.
Fitness Testing
Students in all Physical Education classes participate in fitness testing. The results of these tests are mailed home with report cards. Please contact your student’s physical education teacher if you would like more information on the tests or visit http://www.fitnessgram.net/home/.
Fitnessgram is a fitness assessment and reporting program for youth. The assessment includes a variety of health-related physical fitness tests that are used to determine students' overall physical fitness and suggest areas for improvement when appropriate. Students are assessed using the Healthy Fitness Zone standards.
Using the Healthy Fitness Zone standards helps to minimize comparisons between children and emphasize personal fitness for health rather than goals based solely on performance. Since only modest amounts of exercise are needed for obtaining health benefits, most students who participate in physical activity almost every day will be able to achieve a score that will place them in the Healthy Fitness Zone.
Message from the West Senior High PE Staff
Due to security problems last year in the all the locker-rooms, before, during, and after school, we are asking all students to leave all their valuable belongings (phones, Ipods, Netbooks, money, wallets) locked in their own academic wing lockers. They are not to bring them into the locker rooms. Only on the days that a Netbook would be required in a class will they be allowed to bring them.
Junior & Senior Parents - We Need Your Help!
On graduation night, magic happens! As a gift to our students, the parents plan and present the TC West All-Nigh Graduation Party for our seniors! On Sunday, June 3, 2012 graduates are safely "locked in" the school. This provides a safe alternative to celebrating the ending of one chapter and the beginning of the next! We want them to be safe doing it. The mega fun includes games, music, food, entertainment, and prizes, prizes, prizes!
Click here to purchase tickets now!
Junior and senior parents click here to view how you can help by volunteering.
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| November 4, 2011 School NewsSophomores Can Visit Career Tech Center
All sophomores will have the opportunity to visit the Career Tech Center and the MTEC program on December 13th, 2011. Principals from that program will visit with our 10th grade students to discuss the various CTC programs on November 29th during advisory. Students will then be able to sign up to attend a field trip to the CTC and MTEC campuses. Please look for a flyer and sign up information after the November 29th informational session. In the event of a snow day on December 13th, the field trip will take place on December 15th, 2011.
Winter Sports
Our winter sports require a physical on file in the athletic office dated on or after April 15, 2011. NO ONE will be allowed to try out without it.
West Senior High Arts and Craft Show
Our 3rd Annual Arts and Craft Show will be held on Saturday, November 19, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. We have approximately 55 vendors, will have raffle drawings, a used book sale, and snacks. Last year, we had about 1,000 customers come through the door. Hope to see you there!
TC West Advanced Theatre Students present:
The Three Musketeers
November 11, 12, 17, 18, 19 @ 7:30 PM
Tickets are $10 Adults, $5 Students and Seniors
Box Office 933-7509
TC West Publications
The TC West Publications department invites you to view our latest publications. Find copies of our online magazine and newspaper at http://issuu.com/tcwpubs. We will be publishing our newest magazine at the end of the second trimester, so be on the lookout. Pass the link on to your friends and family. We welcome your partnership in our magazine, so contact David Noller at nollerda@tcaps.net for special advertising opportunities.
West Parent Advisory Committee (W.P.A.C.)
We cordially invite you to attend the following West Parent Advisory meetings for the 2011/2012 school year:
Monday, January 30
Monday, February 27
All meetings take place in the library and begin at 7 PM. These meetings are open to all parents and we encourage your attendance. This important group helps us to make decisions that affect all students. We hope to see you there!
Heart Rate Monitor Agreement
TCAPS students enrolled in Physical Education at West Senior High will be using Polar Hear Rate Monitors to record their activity level during class. Students will be issued their own monitor strap for daily use and will be responsible for returning it at the end of the trimester. In addition, they will be assigned a transmitter and watch and will be responsible for using the heart rate monitor properly and for returning it after each class period. We are very pleased to provide your child with the opportunity to utilize this technology. It will empower them to learn the value of working within their target heart rate, adjust the intensity of their workout, and evaluate the progress of their cardiovascular health.
Message from the West Senior High PE Staff
Due to security problems last year in the all the locker-rooms, before, during, and after school, we are asking all students to leave all their valuable belongings (Phones, Ipods, Netbooks, money, wallets) locked in their own academic wing lockers. They are not to bring them into the locker rooms. Only on the days that a Netbook would be required in a class will they be allowed to bring them.
Class of 2003 Yearbooks
Nine class of 2003 yearbooks were found in a school storeroom. If you are the parent of a 2003 graduate, please let us know if you would like one of these yearbooks. Thank you.
Yearbooks at West Senior High
Yearbooks are on sale for $65. Our final orders are due December 1st. Books can also be ordered from our website with credit card or students can bring a check to Mrs. Hansen in A108. We sell out every year, so it is important to order early. Click here for more information.
Senior Ads for the Odyssey Yearbook
Senior ads allow you the opportunity to say “Congratulations!” or “Best Wishes.” You may include a special message, a poem, a baby picture or a picture of your child with their family and/or friends. Ad space is limited so place your ad early! The cost is $40 per block, based on 9 blocks per page.
Watch for the parent ad mailer or check out our school's website under the "School Information" tab and then under “Yearbook.” With any questions, call Mrs. Hansen at 933-7727.
Have you moved to a new address?
Changed your phone number recently? Please contact Mrs. Cheever, our registrar, at 933-7702 to make changes to your records.
NEW CHANGE TO THANKSGIVING RECESS
This year, in November, school is still in session for a half day with exams on Wednesday, November 23rd, the day before Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving holiday is Thursday, November 24th, Friday, November 25th, and Monday, November 28th. Please mark your calendar with this holiday change! Thank you.
TC West Athletic Boosters Website
The Traverse City West HS Athletic Boosters has a website designed to keep you up to date on all Titan events. The site will have information on team schedules, Booster events, scholarship information, promotions, and a new online store offering both Titan gear & regular apparel. Go to www.tcwestboosters.com or email us at info@tcwestboosters.com for more information. |
| October 7, 2011 School NewsTC West Advanced Theatre Students present:
The Three Musketeers
November 11, 12, 17, 18, 19 @ 7:30 PM
Tickets are $10 Adults, $5 Students and Seniors
Box Office 933-7509
Class of 2003 Yearbooks
Nine class of 2003 yearbooks were found in a school storeroom. If you are the parent of a 2003 graduate, please let us know if you'd like one of these yearbooks. Thank you.
Heart Rate Monitor Agreement
TCAPS students enrolled in Physical Education at West Senior High will be using Polar Hear Rate Monitors to record their activity level during class. Students will be issued their own monitor strap for daily use and will be responsible for returning it at the end of the trimester. In addition, they will be assigned a transmitter and watch and will be responsible for using the heart rate monitor properly and for returning it after each class period.
We are very pleased to provide your child with the opportunity to utilize this technology. It will empower them to learn the value of working within their target heart rate, adjust the intensity of their workout, and evaluate the progress of their cardiovascular health.
Message from the West Senior High PE Staff
Due to security problems last year in the all the locker-rooms, before, during, and after school, we are asking all students to leave all their valuable belongings (Phones, Ipods, Netbooks, money, wallets) locked in their own academic wing lockers.
They are not to bring them into the locker rooms. Only on the days that a Netbook would be required in a class will they be allowed to bring them.
Yearbooks at West Senior High
Yearbooks are on sale for $65. Our final orders are due December 1st. Books can also be ordered from our website with credit card or students can bring a check to Mrs. Hansen in A108. We sell out every year, so it is important to order early.
Senior Photos
Senior photos are due October 25th. Our senior photo specifications can be found at our school's website under the "School Information" tab and then under “Yearbook”.
Robotics
It is time for students and parents to sign up for WSH second year of FIRST Robotics. We are looking for any student grades 9-12 to join our Robotics Team. Our class meets every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:10 PM until 5:00 PM. Some students are busy after school with sports or music activities, which is why we offer this program all three trimesters.
Robotics is a competitive team dedicated to solving real world problems in a large group environment taking advantage of the resources we have available in our community. We are looking for students that have or wish to gain experience in the following areas: mechanical skills, electronics, construction, computer aided design, problem solving, communication, project management, leadership, organization, fundraising, marketing, team building, web design, writing, accounting, sales, engineering, and more. While robotics meets after the normal school day, students will receive high school credit for taking this class.
FIRST Robotics: Our mission is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.
To learn more about FIRST Robotics visit the website: www.usfirst.org
We need parents to assist us with our mission by playing the role of student mentor. The time commitment may vary depending on your availability and our competition calendar. While FIRST Robotics is a class, it is also a competitive team with some large goals to compete and win at the local, state, and national level. Building a successful team requires the recruitment of talented members of our community. Most of us lack the experience to build robots, but all of us will be inspired by our young people to offer suggestions and a unique set of knowledge and experiences to make our team better.
Students: See your counselor to sign up or visit Mr. Wilson in A204 after school.
Parents: contact Mike Wilson at 632-9896.
Traverse City West Senior High
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| September 16 - E-Newsletter School News2nd Annual Netherlands School Exchange Program
Spend nearly two weeks in Holland over spring break. Learn real Dutch culture by staying at the home of a Dutch family for most of those two weeks. Host a Dutch student at your house in October for one week. Learn how the Dutch educational system works by attending school for several days at a Dutch school. Take the Dutch student you host to classes with you for several days to teach them how the American educational system works. Tour Amsterdam and The Hague. Show your Dutch student Sleeping Bear Dunes and Mackinac Island.
This Traverse City West – Doetinchem Ulenhof College student exchange is the chance of a lifetime to truly experience another culture. This is so much more than a normal European field trip. Most visitors to Holland have the opportunity to explore castles in the Dutch country-side, visit the Anne Frank house, and tour the canals of Amsterdam. While we will do all of those things, we will also be able to experience things that very few visitors to Holland are able to experience. You would be one of the lucky few to have the opportunity to truly experience the culture of this beautiful country by living with a Dutch family and going to school with the same Dutch student who you hosted in Traverse City.
Show a Dutch student the best aspects of American culture and experience Dutch culture first hand by signing up for the 2nd annual TC West-Doetinchem exchange program. Contact Mr. Mike Durbin at 933-7725 or durbinmi@tcaps.net for more information.
Parent/Teacher Conference Scheduled!
Our first parent/teacher conference of the year will be scheduled for:
- Wednesday, October 19th
4:30-7:30 pm.
Hope to see you there!!
NEW CHANGE TO THANKSGIVING RECESS
This year, in November, school is still in session for a half day with exams on Wednesday, November 23rd, the day before Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving holiday is Thursday, November 24th, Friday, November 25th and Monday, November 28th. Please mark your calendar with this holiday change! Thank you.
Senior Ads for the Odyssey Yearbook
Senior ads allow you the opportunity to say “Congratulations!” or “Best Wishes”. You may include a special message, a poem, a baby picture or a picture of your child with their family and/or friends. Ad space is limited so place your ad early! The cost is $40 per block, based on 9 blocks per page. Click here for more information. With any questions, call Mrs. Hansen at 933-7727.
Attention Seniors and Parents:
Remember that Timeless Image took all senior photos at registration. These photos must meet all our publishing specifications. Also, they will be touched up, digitally enhanced and sent to our publisher at no charge to you. If you wish to use your own photo, it must be submitted directly from your photographer by October 25th. Remember that photos that do not meet our specifications will be replaced by the Timeless Image photo and due to strict publication deadlines, we do not allow a second submission if your photo is not accepted. Be sure to look your best for your registration photo. Please visit our website for all technical aesthetic specifications.
Yearbook Orders – Order early, save money!
Order your yearbook now to guarantee your copy of the 2012 Odyssey yearbook. We sell out of books every year before they are delivered from our plant in May. Beginning the first day of school, the cost of the yearbook will be $65.00 through December 1st. After December 1st, the price will increase to $70.00. You can also mail in your order by completing an order form and including your check. Note: Placing a “senior ad” does not guarantee a yearbook for your student. The yearbook must be ordered separately.
West Parent Advisory Committee (W.P.A.C.)
We cordially invite you to attend the following West Parent Advisory Committee meetings for the 2011/2012 school year:
- Monday, September 26
- Monday, October 31
- Monday, January 30
- Monday, February 27
All meetings take place in the library and begin at 7 pm. These meetings are open to all parents and we encourage your attendance. This important group helps us to make decisions that affect all students. We hope to see you there!
Homecoming 2011
Homecoming weekend for West Senior High this year is October 7 and 8, 2011. Homecoming game is Friday, October 7th against Petoskey High School and Homecoming dance is scheduled for Saturday, October 8th.
Advisory at West - New and Revised for this year
- Grade level specific curriculum including comprehensive college readiness curriculum
- All students will create an electronic portfolio
- Portfolios will be exhibited through a student-led conference in the spring
- Students develop and update Educational Development Plans (EDP) and Personal Learning Plans (PLP)
- Students review scores and plan for college entrance exams
- Attendance is mandatory and essential
Have you moved to a new address?
Changed your phone number recently? Please contact Mrs. Cheever, our registrar, at 933-7702 to make changes to your records.
I.D. Photos and School Pictures
I.D. photos and school pictures were taken on registration days. The first I.D. cards are provided at no cost to the student. All students will be required to carry their I.D. card at school and have it available at all school functions. It is also necessary to have an I.D. card to check out LMC materials and when purchasing lunches in the cafeteria. Lost I.D. cards can be replaced for a cost of $3.00.
Your Cooperation Please…
Because of the number of students that attend West Sr. High, the limited personal space the students have and the desire to limit classroom disruptions, we discourage deliveries of flowers or other kinds of arrangements (balloons, candy) for students. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Lunch Account
You can now deposit money into your student's lunch account online. You can also view your student's purchases and balance. Just go to sendmoneytoschool.com. You will need your student’s ID number to access information. The first time you visit this site you will need to register. After that you can view their purchases and balance free of charge but there is a fee of $2.00 per transaction to make deposits.
Free or Reduced Lunches
A new application needs to be submitted at the start of every new school year, even if a family was on the food program last year. The only exception to this is if you receive a letter from food service that says you have already been approved for the 2011/2012 school year. Please read letters from food service carefully and follow instructions. Applications will be available in the main office and in the cafeteria. You can also apply online at lunchapp.com.
Only one application needs to be filled out by each family. Be sure to list ALL students and the schools they are attending in part 3. List everyone living in the household along with their incomes in part 4. Please be sure to fill out the application completely, including your social security number, telephone number and your signature.
Who can get free or reduced meals? Anyone who is within the income limits on the chart inside the application or in households getting Food Stamps, FIP, FDPIR and most foster children. Homeless, migrant or runaway students may also be eligible. Call the school for a homeless liaison or migrant coordinator to see if your children qualify if you have not received a letter informing you that they will be getting free meals.
Please go to lunchapp.com or fill out the application and return it to the cafeteria at registration or during the first or second week of school. It can take 10 to 14 business days to be processed. To avoid interruptions in your students free or reduced meals, this form needs to be sent in as soon as possible. Students that were receiving free or reduced meals last year will still be able to get their meals until the 30th of September. However, if a new application has not been processed by September 30th, the student will be dropped from the program and become full pay on October 1st.
The cost for a reduced price meal is $.30 for breakfast and $.40 for lunch. Students can eat breakfast and lunch everyday. If you have any questions, please call the Food Service Office at 933-1910 or Trish Hackett in the cafeteria at West Senior High at 933-7552.
Concerning Attendance…
PLEASE give our neighborhood offices advance notice when you need to pick up your student for an appointment. We ask that you contact the office as early in the day as possible either by phone or letter. PLEASE no attendance issues by email! Your student will be issued a pass and we can have your student ready when you arrive!
Driving/Parking Rules & Information
Cars parked in the school parking lots are required to be registered and have a parking permit. The annual fee for a parking permit this year will be $25.00. Parking permits will be issued to only Juniors and Seniors and only to Sophomores with an extenuating circumstance. Parking applications for Sophomores (with an extenuating circumstance) will be available in the Counseling Office. Students need to bring their driver’s license, vehicle registration and $25.00 to the Counseling Center to obtain a permit. Parking permit tags from last year are NOT VALID.
Other driving/parking rules: Do not block the road right-of-way to traffic. State Law mandates that fire lanes must be clear at all times. Do not stop or park along the driveway. Be aware…the drive around the school building is ALWAYS ONE-WAY!! You must also STOP at the stop signs and yield to pedestrians. Failure to obey the driving/parking rules may result in a loss of driving privilege on campus and/or being cited by law enforcement. The stops are enforceable 24/7, 365 days a year.
Participating in Sports???
If you plan to participate in fall sports this year, you must have a sports physical on file before trying out. Athletic forms are in the main office or athletic office.
TC West Athletic Boosters Website
The Traverse City West HS Athletic Boosters has a website designed to keep you up to date on all Titan events. The site will have information on team schedules, Booster events, scholarship information, promotions, and a new online store offering both Titan gear & regular apparel. Go to www.tcwestboosters.com or email us at info@tcwestboosters.com for more information.
Bus Passes at West Senior High
Due to liability issues, we will no longer be able to accept bus pass requests over the telephone. You may submit a letter to the main office by 1:00 pm, send a fax to 231-933-7506 or email your letter to either Sherri VanDyke at vandykesh@tcaps.net, Patricia Burrows at burrowspa@tcaps.net or Krista Gusler at guslerkr@tcaps.net to request a bus pass for your student. Extenuating circumstances will be dealt with on an individual basis.
Please “check in” at the Main Office when visiting our school. All visitors are asked to sign in at the main office and wear a visitor name tag while on campus. Thank you! |
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| May 4, 2012 School NewsTake Your Child to Work Day
West Senior High teachers brought their children to work on Thursday, April 26th, for Take Your Child to Work Day. Students and teachers shared classes and lunch with staff's children.
Volunteers Needed in the Library Media Center
The LMC is looking for parent volunteers to help shelve books in the month of June and next school year. If you are interested, please contact the LMC at 933-7540 or email minorge@tcaps.net.
An Evening of Children's Theatre
Featuring Stone Soup and Rapunzel
Friday, May 11, 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 12, 1:00 PM
Tickets are $5 Students, $10 Adults
Box Office 933-7509
Volunteers Needed for August Registration
Parent volunteers are needed for netbook distribution during registration at the end of August. Dates and times are not yet scheduled. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Mr. Esper's office at 933-7591.
Textbook and LMC Materials Policy
1. Students are sent a paper copy of the overdue notice.
2. Students are not allowed to check out additional materials until the overdue material is returned or paid for.
3. Students can be placed on payment plans starting as little as $1/week and may continue to check out material as long as they continue to be timely with their payment contract. In the case of students dealing with hardship issues, fines will be waived or individual plans will be developed.
4. Students will not be permitted to drop a class without a teacher signature AND Ms. Taylor's signature verifying that all materials have been returned.
5. End of year letters will be sent home notifying parents of over due books.
6. Seniors may not be allowed to walk at graduation until materials are return and fines are paid.
7. At any time a student pays for lost material and then later finds it, the student will be issued a refund based on the condition of the material returned.
Global Opportunity!
Travel to Spain for eleven days with Tamara Batcha, Kate Hansen, Heidi Gregory and Lisa Dohm. Our Spanish teachers are leading an eleven-day tour of Spain including Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Costa del Sol, Sevilla and Madrid. The trip is open to all students enrolled at either WHS or CHS and who will be in grades 9 - 12 in the fall. If you would like more information on the tour please visit www.eftours.com and enter tour #1254486. View the photo galleries and share the adventures of previous travelers. Fundraising is currently underway. We're looking for donations to our Community Yard Sale to be held May 12th. Watch for our ad in the newspaper, and listen to the radio for more details on how you can help our students finance their travel. Questions, please phone Senora Batcha at 231-933-7568.
Buffalo Wild Wings Fundraiser Wednesday, May 23rd!
Mark Your Calendar and Pick up Tickets in the Main Office or download from here for the Senior Party Fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings!
We have secured May 23rd from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM at Buffalo Wild Wings as our Fundraiser night! Present the ticket to your server and BWW will donate 15% of all pre-taxed food sales (excludes alcohol and promotional discounts). Print out several copies to hand out to all your friends and neighbors!
Please Note: 1) These can NOT be handed out in/or around the restaurant or it will disqualify us from receiving the donation. 2) We must bring in a minimum of $500 in sales in order to qualify for the 15% donation! So tell all your friends and neighbors we need them!
Message from the School Nurse
Please remember, medications not picked up or taken home on the last day of school will be properly discarded on June 8, 2012. Tina Soyring, RN, BSN, School Nurse
The Bullycide Project - May 22, 6:00 PM
The Bullycide Project is a play based on the book Bullycide in America, written by mothers who have lost a child to suicide due to excessive bullying. The play chronicles stories of bullycide, as well as additional stories from the perspectives of the bully, the bystander, the person who stands up to bullying, and the parents.
The play is showing at Lars Hockstad Auditorium, Central Grade School, 301 W. 7th Street. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Show starts at 6:00 PM. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Orchard Creek Assisted Living on Cherry Bend Road, The Copy Shop on 8th Street, and Floor Covering B rokers on South Airport Road.
Proceeds from this event will benefit TCAPS anti-bullying initiatives. Contact Dale Chilcote at dale@orchardcreektc.com or visit www.thebullycideproject.com for more information.
Grand Slam for TCAPS – 1st Annual Wuerfel Park Fundraiser for TCAPS K-12 Sports: Saturday, July 28, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Come join the fun at Wuerfel Park on Saturday, July 28th, and help raise funds for TCAPS sports programs. Enjoy carnival games, sports clinics, and a silent auction at this rain or shine event. Tickets are only $5.00. Every ticket is an entry for the Grand Slam Grand Prize! A portion of every ticket sold will be donated to TCAPS K-12 sports as well as 100% of the silent auction proceeds. Call 231.943.0100 for more information or to order your tickets today! Click here to learn more or purchase tickets. |
| April 6, 2012 School NewsTrashion Fashion Show
The 5th Annual Trashion Fashion show will once again be held at Traverse City West Senior High School in the commons on April 14, at 8:00 PM. Admission is $5 with proceeds benefiting Pete's Place and S.C.R.A.P. TC. Please contact Julie Keck for more information at keckju@tcaps.net.
WSH Thespian Performance
SHORTS....an evening of One Acts
Friday, April 20th, and Saturday, April 21st
6:30 PM West Senior High Auditorium
$5.00 for students and seniors $10.00 for adults
Student Allergies
Does your child have a significant allergy? Maybe he or she has a food allergy "but is always careful what she/he eats," or a bee sting allergy. If this is true of your student, please make sure we are aware of this at school. With proper medical documentation, your child can have a treatment plan and medications at school to help treat an emergency should it occur. If you have questions or would like to talk with our nurse, call 933-7524.
TC West Wins 7th Straight Year at Model UN Competition
TC West tudents competed with over 600 students at the Mid-American Model United Nations Competition (MAMUN) that was held at the Marriot at Eagle Crest, Ann Arbor on March 12–17. The TC West Model UN Team won Best Prepared School Award for their 7th straight year. Forty-nine students comprising the TC West Model UN team represented the United States, Germany, Finland, Democratic Republic Congo, Rwanda, Spain, Lebanon, and France at MAMUN 2012. Other individual, team, and group awards are as follows:
Delegation Awards
Best Delegation - Highest Honors - General Assembly- Representing Germany
Andrew Hartman, Levi Gourdie, Nick Messina, Chase Wagner, Elizabeth Warbasse
Best Delegation - Highest Honors - Economic Social Plenary Assembly- Representing Germany
Jonah Laursen, Austin Mayer, Liam Thomas
Best Delegation - Second Highest Honors - Economic Social Plenary Assembly
Representing Finland
Wen Fay, Kyle Ringwelski, Alex Vanderklipp
Representing Democratic Republic Congo
Caleb Kase, Jack Murphy, Ben Traines
Highest Individual Honor Awarded at the Conference
Levi Gourdie - The Jonathon Perry Award
Best Delegate - Highest Honors
Chase Wagner representing Germany
Security Council
Levi Gourdie representing Germany
Political Committee
Charlie Pacer representing Germany
Social Humanitarian and Cultural Committee
Austin Mayer representing Germany
Human Rights Committee
Jan Dittmar representing Rwanda
Environmental Committee
Best Delegate - Second Honors
Rory Strauble representing Finland
Political Committee
Elizabeth Warbasse representing Germany
Special Political Committee
Nick Messina representing Germany
Science & Technology Committee
Ruby Kirby representing Rwanda - Social Humanitarian and Cultural Committee
Andrew Hartman representing Germany
Legal Committee
Erik Gadsboell representing Rwanda
Legal Committee
Leandro Candau representing Spain
Economic Committee
Paris Wagner representing Finland
Human Rights Committee
Liam Thomas representing Germany
Environmental Committee
Best Delegate in International Crisis Situations
Andrew Hartman, Jonah Laursen, Charlie Pacer, Rory Straubel, Max Verellen
SENIOR GRADUATION PARTY NEWS
Volunteers Needed!
Reminder to sign up online for the time slot you would be able to work during the party. They are filling up fast! Also needed are several more volunteers between now and the party! We are compiling our volunteer list and will confirm after Spring Break.
Yard Signs!
We have approximately 130 Graduation Yard Signs left over from last year that we were able to modify and recycle for this year at a huge savings! Last year they sold for $12 each, this year we are able to offer them for $5 each! Check the website to order yours today! Go to www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com and click on the "Graduation Yard Signs" link to the left for details!
The Graduation Party Needs Your Help in Soliciting Business Donations!
In order to make this party a big success we rely on community businesses to help fund it. All businesses who donate will be listed in a large "Thank You" newspaper ad after the party. We encourage you to go to www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com and download 5 business letters to give to businesses you know who would like to help keep our Seniors safe. Please let SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com know which businesses you have chosen so we don't have too many repeats.
Buffalo Wild Wings Fundraiser is Coming!
Check the website (www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com) for the date and time! An email will be sent out as well! |
| March 2, 2012 School NewsTrashion Fashion Show
The 5th Annual Trashion Fashion show will once again be held at Traverse City West Senior High School in the commons on April 14, at 8:00 PM. Admission is $5 with proceeds benefiting Pete's Place and S.C.R.A.P. TC. Please contact Julie Keck for more information at keckju@tcaps.net.
Netherlands Exchange Program
Beginning on March 22nd, twenty TC West students will be spending nearly two weeks in Holland on an exchange program with Ulenhof College in the city of Doetinchem, Netherlands. Twenty Dutch students stayed with American students in October. Their Dutch counterparts will soon be hosting those same American students, helping our kids develop a true understanding of Dutch culture. Students will be going to school at the Ulenhof College, touring Amsterdam and The Hague, exploring the Dutch countryside, touring castles, and visiting museums.
West Senior High Musical Aida
7:30 PM Thursday, March 8
7:30 PM Fridays, March 2, March 9
7:30 PM Saturdays, March 3, March 10
2:00 PM Sundays, March 4, March 11
General admission seats: $15 Premier seats: $20
Tickets may be purchased through the TC West Senior High Box Office at 933-7509.
WSH Thespian Performance
SHORTS....an evening of One Acts
Friday, April 20th, and Saturday, April 21st
6:30 PM West Senior High Auditorium
$5.00 for students and seniors $10.00 for adults
Congratulations!
Congratulations to senior Briar Rose Galla whose play, The White Runs Red, was selected to be performed at The Young Playrights Festival this May in Traverse City. The play could only be 12 pages long and involve up to six characters. Briar's play is about six people being interviewed by a reporter for a murder trial.
Yearbooks at West!
Just a reminder.....we still have a few yearbooks left. They are $65.00 and students can bring a check to Mrs. Hansen in the main office.
Last Day to Register for LEAP Latin Language Instruction
LEAP is accepting registrations through today, March 2, for the Latin Instruction Program to begin at both Central and West High Schools next week.
The program is open to all interested high school students and community members wishing to receive Latin instruction.
Classes begin the week of March 5th and run through June 7th. Cost is $350 per person.
Central High School
Monday and Thursday
Mornings at 7:10 AM
West Senior High School
Tuesday and Friday
Mornings at 7:15 AM
Instructor: Mr. Ken Lardie, a long time educator with 8 years of Latin education experience.
To register and pay online or for additional information, please visit www.tcaps.net/LEAP. For additional questions please contact the LEAP office at 231-933-1758 or 231-933-1722.
Tenth Annual Teacher and Parent Education Series
On March 6, Northern Michigan Psychiatric Services will deliver a presentation on “Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children and Adolescents” from Dr. Sander Weckstein, Board Certified Child, Adolescent, and General Psychiatrist. The presentation will run from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the TC Central High School Library Media Center, 1150 Milliken Drive, All presentations are open to the public and are free of charge. Please call Northern Michigan Psychiatric Service, P.C. at 231-935-0355 for more information.
SENIOR PARTY NEWS
Upcoming Senior Party Fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings!
The Senior Graduation Party is in the planning stages for a fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings in the upcoming weeks! Check out the website for details to come! www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com.
Senior Graduation Party Tickets!
If you haven’t already purchased your students ticket for the all-night Senior Party, please do so soon so we can start purchasing prizes and items for their gift bag! Ticket price is $40 until May 1st when it goes up to $55. Those purchasing it before May 1st will include a free T-shirt! You can download and print an order form from our Senior Party website that you can mail to us! www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com
SENIOR PARENTS!! We Desperately Need Your Help!!
We can’t do this without you! The Senior Graduation All-Night Party is in need of your help between now and the party! We have a lot of volunteers for the night of the party but we need a lot more volunteers helping now, especially on these committees: fundraising, prize acquisitions, business donations, and food. If you can spare any time at all, please contact us through the website below or email us at SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com. The ticket price of $40 will get your senior into an evening of food and fun and they will have parting gifts worth a minimum of $40. BUT, ADDITIONAL FUNDS are needed in order to pay for the food, decorations, entertainment, activities, and prizes. It takes approximately $25,000 to put on this wonderful event. The funds we raise will determine the prizes we will be able to award. It could be the difference between an electric toothbrush or an iTouch. Please help support this festivity for your senior. Check out the website for all the information and details regarding volunteering, tickets, fundraisers, donations, etc.! Go to www.TCWestSeniorParty.webs.com for details!
Twinkle Lights Needed!
Do you have any ‘unwanted’ WHITE twinkle lights leftover from Christmas? If so, we would love for you to donate them to the Senior Party Decorations Committee! Please contact Cathi Hornbogen at SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com. Thank you!
A Huge THANK YOU for our Valentine’s Day Cupcake and Balloon Fundraiser!
The Senior Party would like to thank all the parents, students, and staff for making this an incredible fundraiser that far exceeded all of our expectations! We delivered 615 cupcakes along with 425 balloons on Valentine’s Day which earned $1,500 for the Senior Party! It was a HUGE event and we would like to thank the following people for all their help and donation of time. Without them we could never have pulled this off:
NHS Students, Key Club Students, and Student Senate (our delivery crew!)
Lisa Stradinger with Celebrations Cake Design for supplying the delicious and beautifully packaged cupcakes!
Greg Keller, Diane Kenner, Leslie Shields, and Nili Magee from Party Giant for supplying and filling all those balloons bright and early in the morning!
All the TC West Teachers for their patience and allowing us to interrupt their day!
A big Thank You to the wonderful Office Staff for being so supportive including, but not limited to, helping us track down room numbers for over 630 students: Sherri VanDyke, Krista Gusler, Heather Mathie, Gloria Bersok, Patricia Burrows, Jill Cheever, and Jennifer Nowak.
Thank you to the following TC West Parents for their time in helping fill orders: Kelly & Jerry Diss, Cheryl Durham, Wendy Cozad, Betty Traines, Dawn Bondy, Liz Williams, and Rhonda White; and Diane DeHaven and Pete Hornbogen for transporting 400+ balloons.
And also a big thank you to the wonderful lunch and custodial staff for all their help: Paula Lorenz, Lisa Lautner, Mark Rosa, and James Rucker.
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| February 3, 2012 School NewsStudent Count Day – February 8th
Every school day is important to your child’s learning! Count Day on Wednesday, February 8th, determines funding amounts, based on student attendance, that help schools pay for many academic programs and services. Help your school by being in school on Count Day. In the event school is closed on Feb. 8th, then count day will take place on the following school day.
Trashion Fashion Show Grant Award
Congratulations to the TC West Visual Art Department who received an $800 grant from the Puffin Foundation to be utilized with our yearly Trashion event.
Volunteers Needed for Library Media Center
The LMC is looking for volunteers. If you are interested in helping us with reading shelves, please contact Genevieve Minor at minorge@tcaps.net or 933-7540. No experience is necessary. Training only takes about five minutes.
Last Chance to Order a Yearbook
If you want to order a 2012 Odyssey yearbook, we have a limited amount left. Please send your child with a check for $65.00 to Mrs. Hansen in A108 if you want to purchase a yearbook. Our final order was placed in early December, and we ordered only 75 extra copies. More than 1000 students have not ordered, so be sure to reserve your copy immediately to ensure your copy of the yearbook. Contact Mrs. Hansen at hansenca@tcaps.net with any questions.
Student-Led Conferences to be Held May 2
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions regarding student-led conferencing:
1. What is a student-led conference?
A student-led conference is a student-driven conversation between the student and guardians reviewing his/her growth over the course of the year. Students will use an electronic portfolio to guide the conversation.
2. Why are students participating in student-led conferencing?
Student-led conferencing gives students the opportunity to showcase their work, growth and achievement as well as develop and enhance communication skills. This will also prepare students for college or career interviews. Parents/guardians will have the opportunity to discuss student achievements in a structured conversation.
3. When will we be having student-led conferences?
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at West Senior High School from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM
4. How long does a student-led conference last?
A student-led conference typically lasts 15-20 minutes.
5. How do we schedule conferencing?
A letter will be sent home. Parents will be able to choose an hour time slot (4:30-5:30, 5:30-6:30 or 6:30-7:30) and will be scheduled for a 20-minute time slot within that hour.
6. What if a student or parent will not attend?
All students must participate, as this is now a graduation requirement. If a parent is unable to attend, then the student may select another adult to attend the conference.
7. What about sports/concerts/performances/etc...?
Our administrative team worked with the athletic and music departments to ensure that there will not be conflicts on this evening.
Tenth Annual Teacher and Parent Education Series
Northern Michigan Psychiatric Services will deliver presentations from Dr. Sander Weckstein, Board Certified Child, Adolescent, and General Psychiatrist. Presentations will run from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the TC Central High School Library Media Center, 1150 Milliken Drive, on the following dates:
February 7, 2012 “Depression and Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents”
March 6, 2012 “Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children and Adolescents” All presentations are open to the public and are free of charge.
Please call Northern Michigan Psychiatric Service, P.C. at 231-935-0355 for more information. |
| January 6, 2012 School NewsBus Passes at West Senior High
Due to liability issues, we will no longer be able to accept bus pass requests over the telephone. You may submit a letter to the main office by 1:00 PM, send a fax to 231-933-7506 or email your letter to either Sherri VanDyke at vandykesh@tcaps.net, or Patricia Burrows at burrowspa@tcaps.net to request a bus pass for your student. Extenuating circumstances will be dealt with on an individual basis. Holiday Updates
Here are just a few of the great things that were done during the holidays through the staff and students at West Senior High: - Student Senate did a toy drive and blood drive
- The Christmas Toy Blitz sponsored by the football team. The football parents donate time and money to purchase the gifts, while the players wear their jerseys and Santa hats and deliver them to families in need.
- Key Club sponsored a coat drive
- Key Club organized “Pennies for Pasta” for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
- Our staff members were wonderful “Santa’s Helpers” with our annual Christmas gift card program. The program collected over $1200 from staff donations to provide a little Christmas cheer for some of our students.
- NHS sponsored a coat drive and West Side sale
- NHS Adopt-a-family Homeless Support - Turkey Trot
TC West Orchestra Fundraiser
The TC West Senior High Orchestra program is selling Titan House Flags for $40 each. Please contact Miss Ann Marie Jones at 933-7797 or jonesan@tcaps.net or pick up an order form in one of the West Senior High offices TC West Graduation Expo
STUDENTS & PARENTS: One-stop shopping for all your graduation needs such as catering, photography, cakes, announcements/invitations, fashion, gifts, and more! Great door prizes! TC West Juniors and Seniors free with Student ID! DO YOU OWN A BUSINESS? It gives us great pleasure to invite you to the 1st Annual Graduation Expo, to be held in the TC West High School Commons on January, 21st, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. All money raised from this event will be used to provide the TC West 2012 graduates with an all-night lock-in Senior Party. This Expo aims to provide an opportunity for businesses, such as yourself, to showcase your services/products to current and future graduates for all their senior year needs. All participants will be encouraged to visit with each vendor. We are asking each vendor to donate an item or gift certificate for door prizes. For more information contact Cathi Hornbogen by email at SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com or at 933-4253. Extending this invitation to any and all business patrons you feel would benefit from this event would be greatly appreciated! |
| December 2, 2011 School NewsTC West Graduation Expo
STUDENTS & PARENTS: One-stop shopping for all your graduation needs such as catering, photography, cakes, announcements/invitations, fashion, gifts, and more! Great door prizes! TC West Juniors and Seniors free with Student ID!
DO YOU OWN A BUSINESS? It gives us great pleasure to invite you to the 1st Annual Graduation Expo, to be held in the TC West High School Commons on January, 21st, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. All money raised from this event will be used to provide the TC West 2012 graduates with an all-night lock-in Senior Party.
This Expo aims to provide an opportunity for businesses, such as yourself, to showcase your services/products to current and future graduates for all their senior year needs.
All participants will be encouraged to visit with each vendor. We are asking each vendor to donate an item or gift certificate for door prizes.
For more information contact Cathi Hornbogen by email at SeniorParty2012@yahoo.com or at 933-4253. Extending this invitation to any and all business patrons you feel would benefit from this event would be greatly appreciated!
Winners of Bill Marsh Video Contest
Congratulations to Ryan Ellsworth, Charlie Pacer, Levi Mains, Joseph Caraccio, and Graeme Placek for winning First Place in the Bill Marsh Auto Student Film Competition! Videos were shown and judged at the State Theatre on November 4, 2011. Students were awarded thousands of dollars in college scholarship money. Congratulations also to Julia Ensign, who was awarded first runner up or second place! (Pictured above from left to right:
Ryan Ellsworth, Charlie Pacer, Levi Mains, Mr. Rennie, Joe Caraccio, Graeme Placek)
Orchestra Concert on December 13
West Senior High Orchestra will have a concert on December 13, 2011 at 7:30 PM at West Senior High Auditorium. They will have a Holiday Cookie Exchange in the Commons that evening from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM with cookies, coffee, and cocoa available for sale.
Sick Students at West Senior High
If your child calls home asking to be picked up because they are ill, please ask them to go to their neighborhood office or the nurse's office. Students are using their cell phones to call home and not checking into an office. This is a concern because if they are ill enough to need to go home, someone at school should be aware of the situation and keep an eye on them until they are able to be picked up. This is for their safety. Thank you.
Fitness Testing
Students in all Physical Education classes participate in fitness testing. The results of these tests are mailed home with report cards. Please contact your student’s physical education teacher if you would like more information on the tests or visit http://www.fitnessgram.net/home/.
Fitnessgram is a fitness assessment and reporting program for youth. The assessment includes a variety of health-related physical fitness tests that are used to determine students' overall physical fitness and suggest areas for improvement when appropriate. Students are assessed using the Healthy Fitness Zone standards.
Using the Healthy Fitness Zone standards helps to minimize comparisons between children and emphasize personal fitness for health rather than goals based solely on performance. Since only modest amounts of exercise are needed for obtaining health benefits, most students who participate in physical activity almost every day will be able to achieve a score that will place them in the Healthy Fitness Zone.
Message from the West Senior High PE Staff
Due to security problems last year in the all the locker-rooms, before, during, and after school, we are asking all students to leave all their valuable belongings (phones, Ipods, Netbooks, money, wallets) locked in their own academic wing lockers. They are not to bring them into the locker rooms. Only on the days that a Netbook would be required in a class will they be allowed to bring them.
Junior & Senior Parents - We Need Your Help!
On graduation night, magic happens! As a gift to our students, the parents plan and present the TC West All-Nigh Graduation Party for our seniors! On Sunday, June 3, 2012 graduates are safely "locked in" the school. This provides a safe alternative to celebrating the ending of one chapter and the beginning of the next! We want them to be safe doing it. The mega fun includes games, music, food, entertainment, and prizes, prizes, prizes!
Click here to purchase tickets now!
Junior and senior parents click here to view how you can help by volunteering.
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| November 4, 2011 School NewsSophomores Can Visit Career Tech Center
All sophomores will have the opportunity to visit the Career Tech Center and the MTEC program on December 13th, 2011. Principals from that program will visit with our 10th grade students to discuss the various CTC programs on November 29th during advisory. Students will then be able to sign up to attend a field trip to the CTC and MTEC campuses. Please look for a flyer and sign up information after the November 29th informational session. In the event of a snow day on December 13th, the field trip will take place on December 15th, 2011.
Winter Sports
Our winter sports require a physical on file in the athletic office dated on or after April 15, 2011. NO ONE will be allowed to try out without it.
West Senior High Arts and Craft Show
Our 3rd Annual Arts and Craft Show will be held on Saturday, November 19, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. We have approximately 55 vendors, will have raffle drawings, a used book sale, and snacks. Last year, we had about 1,000 customers come through the door. Hope to see you there!
TC West Advanced Theatre Students present:
The Three Musketeers
November 11, 12, 17, 18, 19 @ 7:30 PM
Tickets are $10 Adults, $5 Students and Seniors
Box Office 933-7509
TC West Publications
The TC West Publications department invites you to view our latest publications. Find copies of our online magazine and newspaper at http://issuu.com/tcwpubs. We will be publishing our newest magazine at the end of the second trimester, so be on the lookout. Pass the link on to your friends and family. We welcome your partnership in our magazine, so contact David Noller at nollerda@tcaps.net for special advertising opportunities.
West Parent Advisory Committee (W.P.A.C.)
We cordially invite you to attend the following West Parent Advisory meetings for the 2011/2012 school year:
Monday, January 30
Monday, February 27
All meetings take place in the library and begin at 7 PM. These meetings are open to all parents and we encourage your attendance. This important group helps us to make decisions that affect all students. We hope to see you there!
Heart Rate Monitor Agreement
TCAPS students enrolled in Physical Education at West Senior High will be using Polar Hear Rate Monitors to record their activity level during class. Students will be issued their own monitor strap for daily use and will be responsible for returning it at the end of the trimester. In addition, they will be assigned a transmitter and watch and will be responsible for using the heart rate monitor properly and for returning it after each class period. We are very pleased to provide your child with the opportunity to utilize this technology. It will empower them to learn the value of working within their target heart rate, adjust the intensity of their workout, and evaluate the progress of their cardiovascular health.
Message from the West Senior High PE Staff
Due to security problems last year in the all the locker-rooms, before, during, and after school, we are asking all students to leave all their valuable belongings (Phones, Ipods, Netbooks, money, wallets) locked in their own academic wing lockers. They are not to bring them into the locker rooms. Only on the days that a Netbook would be required in a class will they be allowed to bring them.
Class of 2003 Yearbooks
Nine class of 2003 yearbooks were found in a school storeroom. If you are the parent of a 2003 graduate, please let us know if you would like one of these yearbooks. Thank you.
Yearbooks at West Senior High
Yearbooks are on sale for $65. Our final orders are due December 1st. Books can also be ordered from our website with credit card or students can bring a check to Mrs. Hansen in A108. We sell out every year, so it is important to order early. Click here for more information.
Senior Ads for the Odyssey Yearbook
Senior ads allow you the opportunity to say “Congratulations!” or “Best Wishes.” You may include a special message, a poem, a baby picture or a picture of your child with their family and/or friends. Ad space is limited so place your ad early! The cost is $40 per block, based on 9 blocks per page.
Watch for the parent ad mailer or check out our school's website under the "School Information" tab and then under “Yearbook.” With any questions, call Mrs. Hansen at 933-7727.
Have you moved to a new address?
Changed your phone number recently? Please contact Mrs. Cheever, our registrar, at 933-7702 to make changes to your records.
NEW CHANGE TO THANKSGIVING RECESS
This year, in November, school is still in session for a half day with exams on Wednesday, November 23rd, the day before Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving holiday is Thursday, November 24th, Friday, November 25th, and Monday, November 28th. Please mark your calendar with this holiday change! Thank you.
TC West Athletic Boosters Website
The Traverse City West HS Athletic Boosters has a website designed to keep you up to date on all Titan events. The site will have information on team schedules, Booster events, scholarship information, promotions, and a new online store offering both Titan gear & regular apparel. Go to www.tcwestboosters.com or email us at info@tcwestboosters.com for more information. |
| October 7, 2011 School NewsTC West Advanced Theatre Students present:
The Three Musketeers
November 11, 12, 17, 18, 19 @ 7:30 PM
Tickets are $10 Adults, $5 Students and Seniors
Box Office 933-7509
Class of 2003 Yearbooks
Nine class of 2003 yearbooks were found in a school storeroom. If you are the parent of a 2003 graduate, please let us know if you'd like one of these yearbooks. Thank you.
Heart Rate Monitor Agreement
TCAPS students enrolled in Physical Education at West Senior High will be using Polar Hear Rate Monitors to record their activity level during class. Students will be issued their own monitor strap for daily use and will be responsible for returning it at the end of the trimester. In addition, they will be assigned a transmitter and watch and will be responsible for using the heart rate monitor properly and for returning it after each class period.
We are very pleased to provide your child with the opportunity to utilize this technology. It will empower them to learn the value of working within their target heart rate, adjust the intensity of their workout, and evaluate the progress of their cardiovascular health.
Message from the West Senior High PE Staff
Due to security problems last year in the all the locker-rooms, before, during, and after school, we are asking all students to leave all their valuable belongings (Phones, Ipods, Netbooks, money, wallets) locked in their own academic wing lockers.
They are not to bring them into the locker rooms. Only on the days that a Netbook would be required in a class will they be allowed to bring them.
Yearbooks at West Senior High
Yearbooks are on sale for $65. Our final orders are due December 1st. Books can also be ordered from our website with credit card or students can bring a check to Mrs. Hansen in A108. We sell out every year, so it is important to order early.
Senior Photos
Senior photos are due October 25th. Our senior photo specifications can be found at our school's website under the "School Information" tab and then under “Yearbook”.
Robotics
It is time for students and parents to sign up for WSH second year of FIRST Robotics. We are looking for any student grades 9-12 to join our Robotics Team. Our class meets every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:10 PM until 5:00 PM. Some students are busy after school with sports or music activities, which is why we offer this program all three trimesters.
Robotics is a competitive team dedicated to solving real world problems in a large group environment taking advantage of the resources we have available in our community. We are looking for students that have or wish to gain experience in the following areas: mechanical skills, electronics, construction, computer aided design, problem solving, communication, project management, leadership, organization, fundraising, marketing, team building, web design, writing, accounting, sales, engineering, and more. While robotics meets after the normal school day, students will receive high school credit for taking this class.
FIRST Robotics: Our mission is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.
To learn more about FIRST Robotics visit the website: www.usfirst.org
We need parents to assist us with our mission by playing the role of student mentor. The time commitment may vary depending on your availability and our competition calendar. While FIRST Robotics is a class, it is also a competitive team with some large goals to compete and win at the local, state, and national level. Building a successful team requires the recruitment of talented members of our community. Most of us lack the experience to build robots, but all of us will be inspired by our young people to offer suggestions and a unique set of knowledge and experiences to make our team better.
Students: See your counselor to sign up or visit Mr. Wilson in A204 after school.
Parents: contact Mike Wilson at 632-9896.
Traverse City West Senior High
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| September 16 - E-Newsletter School News2nd Annual Netherlands School Exchange Program
Spend nearly two weeks in Holland over spring break. Learn real Dutch culture by staying at the home of a Dutch family for most of those two weeks. Host a Dutch student at your house in October for one week. Learn how the Dutch educational system works by attending school for several days at a Dutch school. Take the Dutch student you host to classes with you for several days to teach them how the American educational system works. Tour Amsterdam and The Hague. Show your Dutch student Sleeping Bear Dunes and Mackinac Island.
This Traverse City West – Doetinchem Ulenhof College student exchange is the chance of a lifetime to truly experience another culture. This is so much more than a normal European field trip. Most visitors to Holland have the opportunity to explore castles in the Dutch country-side, visit the Anne Frank house, and tour the canals of Amsterdam. While we will do all of those things, we will also be able to experience things that very few visitors to Holland are able to experience. You would be one of the lucky few to have the opportunity to truly experience the culture of this beautiful country by living with a Dutch family and going to school with the same Dutch student who you hosted in Traverse City.
Show a Dutch student the best aspects of American culture and experience Dutch culture first hand by signing up for the 2nd annual TC West-Doetinchem exchange program. Contact Mr. Mike Durbin at 933-7725 or durbinmi@tcaps.net for more information.
Parent/Teacher Conference Scheduled!
Our first parent/teacher conference of the year will be scheduled for:
- Wednesday, October 19th
4:30-7:30 pm.
Hope to see you there!!
NEW CHANGE TO THANKSGIVING RECESS
This year, in November, school is still in session for a half day with exams on Wednesday, November 23rd, the day before Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving holiday is Thursday, November 24th, Friday, November 25th and Monday, November 28th. Please mark your calendar with this holiday change! Thank you.
Senior Ads for the Odyssey Yearbook
Senior ads allow you the opportunity to say “Congratulations!” or “Best Wishes”. You may include a special message, a poem, a baby picture or a picture of your child with their family and/or friends. Ad space is limited so place your ad early! The cost is $40 per block, based on 9 blocks per page. Click here for more information. With any questions, call Mrs. Hansen at 933-7727.
Attention Seniors and Parents:
Remember that Timeless Image took all senior photos at registration. These photos must meet all our publishing specifications. Also, they will be touched up, digitally enhanced and sent to our publisher at no charge to you. If you wish to use your own photo, it must be submitted directly from your photographer by October 25th. Remember that photos that do not meet our specifications will be replaced by the Timeless Image photo and due to strict publication deadlines, we do not allow a second submission if your photo is not accepted. Be sure to look your best for your registration photo. Please visit our website for all technical aesthetic specifications.
Yearbook Orders – Order early, save money!
Order your yearbook now to guarantee your copy of the 2012 Odyssey yearbook. We sell out of books every year before they are delivered from our plant in May. Beginning the first day of school, the cost of the yearbook will be $65.00 through December 1st. After December 1st, the price will increase to $70.00. You can also mail in your order by completing an order form and including your check. Note: Placing a “senior ad” does not guarantee a yearbook for your student. The yearbook must be ordered separately.
West Parent Advisory Committee (W.P.A.C.)
We cordially invite you to attend the following West Parent Advisory Committee meetings for the 2011/2012 school year:
- Monday, September 26
- Monday, October 31
- Monday, January 30
- Monday, February 27
All meetings take place in the library and begin at 7 pm. These meetings are open to all parents and we encourage your attendance. This important group helps us to make decisions that affect all students. We hope to see you there!
Homecoming 2011
Homecoming weekend for West Senior High this year is October 7 and 8, 2011. Homecoming game is Friday, October 7th against Petoskey High School and Homecoming dance is scheduled for Saturday, October 8th.
Advisory at West - New and Revised for this year
- Grade level specific curriculum including comprehensive college readiness curriculum
- All students will create an electronic portfolio
- Portfolios will be exhibited through a student-led conference in the spring
- Students develop and update Educational Development Plans (EDP) and Personal Learning Plans (PLP)
- Students review scores and plan for college entrance exams
- Attendance is mandatory and essential
Have you moved to a new address?
Changed your phone number recently? Please contact Mrs. Cheever, our registrar, at 933-7702 to make changes to your records.
I.D. Photos and School Pictures
I.D. photos and school pictures were taken on registration days. The first I.D. cards are provided at no cost to the student. All students will be required to carry their I.D. card at school and have it available at all school functions. It is also necessary to have an I.D. card to check out LMC materials and when purchasing lunches in the cafeteria. Lost I.D. cards can be replaced for a cost of $3.00.
Your Cooperation Please…
Because of the number of students that attend West Sr. High, the limited personal space the students have and the desire to limit classroom disruptions, we discourage deliveries of flowers or other kinds of arrangements (balloons, candy) for students. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Lunch Account
You can now deposit money into your student's lunch account online. You can also view your student's purchases and balance. Just go to sendmoneytoschool.com. You will need your student’s ID number to access information. The first time you visit this site you will need to register. After that you can view their purchases and balance free of charge but there is a fee of $2.00 per transaction to make deposits.
Free or Reduced Lunches
A new application needs to be submitted at the start of every new school year, even if a family was on the food program last year. The only exception to this is if you receive a letter from food service that says you have already been approved for the 2011/2012 school year. Please read letters from food service carefully and follow instructions. Applications will be available in the main office and in the cafeteria. You can also apply online at lunchapp.com.
Only one application needs to be filled out by each family. Be sure to list ALL students and the schools they are attending in part 3. List everyone living in the household along with their incomes in part 4. Please be sure to fill out the application completely, including your social security number, telephone number and your signature.
Who can get free or reduced meals? Anyone who is within the income limits on the chart inside the application or in households getting Food Stamps, FIP, FDPIR and most foster children. Homeless, migrant or runaway students may also be eligible. Call the school for a homeless liaison or migrant coordinator to see if your children qualify if you have not received a letter informing you that they will be getting free meals.
Please go to lunchapp.com or fill out the application and return it to the cafeteria at registration or during the first or second week of school. It can take 10 to 14 business days to be processed. To avoid interruptions in your students free or reduced meals, this form needs to be sent in as soon as possible. Students that were receiving free or reduced meals last year will still be able to get their meals until the 30th of September. However, if a new application has not been processed by September 30th, the student will be dropped from the program and become full pay on October 1st.
The cost for a reduced price meal is $.30 for breakfast and $.40 for lunch. Students can eat breakfast and lunch everyday. If you have any questions, please call the Food Service Office at 933-1910 or Trish Hackett in the cafeteria at West Senior High at 933-7552.
Concerning Attendance…
PLEASE give our neighborhood offices advance notice when you need to pick up your student for an appointment. We ask that you contact the office as early in the day as possible either by phone or letter. PLEASE no attendance issues by email! Your student will be issued a pass and we can have your student ready when you arrive!
Driving/Parking Rules & Information
Cars parked in the school parking lots are required to be registered and have a parking permit. The annual fee for a parking permit this year will be $25.00. Parking permits will be issued to only Juniors and Seniors and only to Sophomores with an extenuating circumstance. Parking applications for Sophomores (with an extenuating circumstance) will be available in the Counseling Office. Students need to bring their driver’s license, vehicle registration and $25.00 to the Counseling Center to obtain a permit. Parking permit tags from last year are NOT VALID.
Other driving/parking rules: Do not block the road right-of-way to traffic. State Law mandates that fire lanes must be clear at all times. Do not stop or park along the driveway. Be aware…the drive around the school building is ALWAYS ONE-WAY!! You must also STOP at the stop signs and yield to pedestrians. Failure to obey the driving/parking rules may result in a loss of driving privilege on campus and/or being cited by law enforcement. The stops are enforceable 24/7, 365 days a year.
Participating in Sports???
If you plan to participate in fall sports this year, you must have a sports physical on file before trying out. Athletic forms are in the main office or athletic office.
TC West Athletic Boosters Website
The Traverse City West HS Athletic Boosters has a website designed to keep you up to date on all Titan events. The site will have information on team schedules, Booster events, scholarship information, promotions, and a new online store offering both Titan gear & regular apparel. Go to www.tcwestboosters.com or email us at info@tcwestboosters.com for more information.
Bus Passes at West Senior High
Due to liability issues, we will no longer be able to accept bus pass requests over the telephone. You may submit a letter to the main office by 1:00 pm, send a fax to 231-933-7506 or email your letter to either Sherri VanDyke at vandykesh@tcaps.net, Patricia Burrows at burrowspa@tcaps.net or Krista Gusler at guslerkr@tcaps.net to request a bus pass for your student. Extenuating circumstances will be dealt with on an individual basis.
Please “check in” at the Main Office when visiting our school. All visitors are asked to sign in at the main office and wear a visitor name tag while on campus. Thank you! |
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