The Sibley Prairie is a little-known ecosystem in Wayne county, Detroit. What most people don’t know, however, is that this Prairie is the largest and healthiest left in Michigan. Not only that, but it’s a lakeplain wet prairie, a globally rare ecosystem. Recently, it has been put up for sale for private development, which would destroy the entire ecosystem. The Michigan Land Conservancy has a chance to buy it, but they need to raise $6 million by the end of 2026.
To help in these efforts, a group of Traverse City highschoolers banded together and held an art fair to raise money for the Michigan Land Conservancy. Selling art prints, stickers, hand-thrown ceramics, and much more, these teens raised almost $3,000 on December 6th, the day of their in-person sale. They, however, are not done yet. All unsold art is currently on an Etsy site for a discount, and all proceeds are still going towards this cause. Though ambitious, they are hoping to raise $5,000 in total to donate to the protection of Sibley Prairie.
Their Etsy shop is linked below, along with their fundraiser page.
Etsy Link → https://www.etsy.com/shop/SibleyPrairieArt?ref=shop_sugg_market
Fundraiser Page → https://givebutter.com/c/silbeyprairie
To help in these efforts, a group of Traverse City highschoolers banded together and held an art fair to raise money for the Michigan Land Conservancy. Selling art prints, stickers, hand-thrown ceramics, and much more, these teens raised almost $3,000 on December 6th, the day of their in-person sale. They, however, are not done yet. All unsold art is currently on an Etsy site for a discount, and all proceeds are still going towards this cause. Though ambitious, they are hoping to raise $5,000 in total to donate to the protection of Sibley Prairie.
Their Etsy shop is linked below, along with their fundraiser page.
Etsy Link → https://www.etsy.com/shop/SibleyPrairieArt?ref=shop_sugg_market
Fundraiser Page → https://givebutter.com/c/silbeyprairie
Our WSH Students of the Week for December 12th! These Titans were recognized for embodying our Portrait of a Graduate traits. Go West!
Theater students are enjoying the weekend at the Michigan Thespian Festival!
Photography I students in Mrs. Clone's class participated in a school-wide art installation inspired by global street artist, JR's, Inside Out project. He is known for his large-scale black and white portraits on paper that are pasted in public spaces. His work often challenges widely held preconceptions and explores themes like identity and social participation. The entire lower wings, LMC windows, Commons balcony and staircase at West are adorned with 4' tall portraits of students and staff members showing off their smiles and unique personalities. The project hopes to incite smiles and spread small moments of joy while also teaching students the power of art to influence others.
Congrats to our December 5th Titans of the week within each of our Academic Communities! THE ARTS | STEM | GLOBAL https://www.tcaps.net/page/academic-communities
Congratulations to the Model UN team that competed in the Canadian American Security Councils & Summit in Lansing. Highest Honors was awarded to Adam Raneri (Slovenia) and Evi Burtt (France) for their work in the European Union. Second Honors was awarded to Zoe Walker (Italy) and Sofia Hoag (Venezuela) for their work in the European Union and Organization of American States, respectively.
Our WSH Students of the Week for December 5th! These Titans were recognized for embodying our Portrait of a Graduate traits. Go West!
Congrats to Trey Stewart and Evelyn Burtt on earning the December Kiwanis Senior of the Month nominations!
This prestigious recognition highlights your excellence in the classroom, strong leadership skills, and commitment to making a difference through service. Great job!
This prestigious recognition highlights your excellence in the classroom, strong leadership skills, and commitment to making a difference through service. Great job!
Congrats to our November 21st Titans of the week within each of our Academic Communities! THE ARTS | STEM | GLOBAL https://www.tcaps.net/page/academic-communities
Our WSH Students of the Week for November 21st! These Titans were recognized for embodying our Portrait of a Graduate traits. Go West!
🌟 CMU HONORS BAND 🎼
Three West students will perform with the Central Michigan University Honors Band this weekend:
• Isabelle Gelles – Senior
• Lucian Hentschel – Senior
• Porter Lawens – Sophomore
This prestigious ensemble brings together top musicians from across Michigan and performed on Sunday, November 16.
Three West students will perform with the Central Michigan University Honors Band this weekend:
• Isabelle Gelles – Senior
• Lucian Hentschel – Senior
• Porter Lawens – Sophomore
This prestigious ensemble brings together top musicians from across Michigan and performed on Sunday, November 16.
🌟 MSBOA ALL-STATE HONORS
Congratulations to our outstanding West Band musicians selected to the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association 2026 All-State Ensembles:
• Junior – Eric Haag
• Sophomore – Porter Lawens
• Sophomore – Rhys Miller
• Freshman – Evan Tamlyn
These students were selected from thousands of applicants through a blind audition process and will rehearse and perform in January at the 21st Annual Michigan Music Conference under the direction of notable guest conductors.
This year is especially exciting—ALL FOUR selected high school students are percussionists. Only twelve percussionists statewide earned a spot, and one-third are from West. This achievement speaks to the dedication, talent, and exceptional culture within our percussion program.
Congratulations to our outstanding West Band musicians selected to the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association 2026 All-State Ensembles:
• Junior – Eric Haag
• Sophomore – Porter Lawens
• Sophomore – Rhys Miller
• Freshman – Evan Tamlyn
These students were selected from thousands of applicants through a blind audition process and will rehearse and perform in January at the 21st Annual Michigan Music Conference under the direction of notable guest conductors.
This year is especially exciting—ALL FOUR selected high school students are percussionists. Only twelve percussionists statewide earned a spot, and one-third are from West. This achievement speaks to the dedication, talent, and exceptional culture within our percussion program.
Today, 26 of our WSH Students got their CPR certification. Thank you to Northwest Ed for coming in to train our students.
Great job Medical Club & Mr. Ulicny!
Great job Medical Club & Mr. Ulicny!
Spanish NHS students will be selling woven bracelets and bags made by indigenous people in Latin America during all three lunches this week. The proceeds raised will be returned to the community where the bracelets/bags were made to support education, health, housing, and more. These make great stocking stuffers/friendship bracelets for friends and family at the holiday season. Bracelets are $5, bags $15. See Mrs. Hansen in A205 with questions.
Congrats to our Titan Performance Training students of the week! Traverse City West Titan Performance Training
Congrats to our Visual Arts department Artist of the Week!
Congrats to our November 7th Titans of the week within each of our Academic Communities! THE ARTS | STEM | GLOBAL https://www.tcaps.net/page/academic-communities
Our WSH Students of the Week for November 7th! These Titans were recognized for embodying our Portrait of a Graduate traits. Go West!
