Water Care Students of the Month-December

Student of the Month-Cassie Holcombe

 Cassie Holcombe-A real go-getter, WHS Senior Cassie Holcombe has energy to spare.  This involved, helpful young woman definitely leads by example.  Cassie will work until the job is done, always with a smile—you can count on her!  Instrumental in the Be the Change Club, Cassie desires to make WHS an even more welcoming place to be.   Serving in ASB as well as the STAR mentor program, Cassie shows kindness to and compassion for others.  She is clearly an asset to our school and our community.   We know Cassie will continue to make a positive impact in her world after high school.

Student of the Month-Regan Townsend

Regan Townsend-Seldom without a smile on his face, WHS Senior Regan Townsend maintains an upbeat and respectful attitude appreciated by staff and students alike.  Regan possesses a rare maturity for a high school student that enables him to work hard yet be attuned to the needs of others.  A successful student who tackles tough classes like AP calculus and AP Government and Politics, Regan is also a successful athlete and has served as a mentor to younger students.  Regan’s winning attitude and heart for others will serve him well throughout life.  

Panther Update and Information-Week 14

WHS Panther Update and Information-Week Fourteen

Amazement

Thank you Safeway!

Stuff the Bus 2012-The Stuff the Bus weigh-in occurs the evening of December 7, which means we only have a few days left to collect items. You are invited to drop off non-perishable canned or boxed foods, household supplies and unwrapped toys at any Washougal school.  The event ends December 7.

·      Washougal's Quiznos is giving a  $.50 donation to Stuff the Bus for each sandwich sold. Your student will be bringing home the coupon you need to present to the cashier.  You must have the coupon with you for proceeds to go to Stuff the Bus.  This opportunity ends Sunday, December 2.

·      Farrell Farms is supporting the Stuff the Bus event by giving $5.00 off a tree for bringing two cans of food or more this weekend (December 1 & 2).

·      If you have any questions about this event please contact Jim Reed at 954-3133.   You can also visit the Camas-Washougal Business Alliance website for additional information as well as how you can help at http://www.cwbusinessalliance.com/stuffthebus.html

Skyward Family Access for Parents & Students-One of the most effective ways for us to share information with our families is through email within Skyward.  In order for that to work we need your most updated email address as well as your student’s email address.  If we do not have the necessary information or you need to change your personal information in Skyward, such as address, phone number, etc., please contact Ann Jendro at 954-3169 or via email at ann.jendro@washougalsd.org.   Using skyward, you will be able to see your student’s attendance, grades, calendars, any notifications teachers may post, as well as assignments and/or missing assignments your student may have.

Financial Aid Night (Tuesday, Dec 4th @ 6:00 p.m.)-For students who are considering trade school, community college or a 4-year university there will be a presentation for both students and parents Tuesday, December 4 starting at 6:00 pm. A representative from Financial Aid office will be presenting and answering all of your questions. See you on December 4 at 6:00 p.m. in the WHS band room.

2 Weeks-We have two weeks of uninterrupted learning ahead of us.   Our winter break starts officially on December 17, but between now and then we only have full days of school.  As we do, please continue to encourage your students to spend time at home working on their work.  If your student has nothing to work on, please check skyward or contact your student’s teacher(s) to verify.  You should be receiving more communication from WHS staff as we are becoming more and more familiar Message Center.   If we do not have your must updated email address please contact Ann Jendro at 954-3169 or via email and ann.jendro@washougalsd.org.

Parent Advisor Council  (PAC)- The minutes from the November 26 PAC meeting will be posted on our website next week.  If you want to know what we talked about please visit http://www.washougal.k12.wa.us/whs/schoolinformation/pac.htm.  Our next meeting will be Monday, January 28, 2013.

The Panther Pit Crew

Winter Sports-Our basketball teams have started competitions. The girls have had two games and are currently 2-0.  The boys have had three games and are currently 2-1.  They had a tough game against Battle Ground Friday night.  Our Girls and Boys Wrestling teams will have tournaments Saturday, December 1.   If you have questions about winter sports contact Doug Cox, Athletic Director at 954-3104.  You can see the practice schedules on our Sports calendar. The Sports calendar can be found under the Calendar heading on our website (www.washougal.k12.wa.us/whs).

Parents play a big role in our success-We are thankful for the support we receive from our Panther Parents and Community. Through your volunteer work you touch the lives of every child at Washougal High School.  There are many opportunities to get involved and we encourage you to find your niche.  Some of the different service areas for adults here at Washougal HS are as follows: 

·      Join the WHS Booster Club-Call Aaron Hansen at 954-3101

·      Volunteer as a Winter Formal dance chaperone-Contact Kelly Gregersen at

       954-3136

·      Volunteer in the library-Contact Kim Dillon at 954-3123 or 954-3129

·      Volunteer to tutor students during or after school-Contact Marsha

       Spencer, CTE Director and Career Specialist at 954-3121

·      Volunteer to serve on a committee-Contact Aaron Hansen at 954-3101

·      Help with the Grad Night Committee-Contact Christina Mackey at 954-3114.

After School Help and Computer Availability-All teachers are available from 2:30-2:55 after school. It is best if students communicate with their teacher to schedule after school assistance. The WGIL (Whole Group Instruction Lab) is available after school from 2:30-3:30 pm, Monday-Friday.  The Career Center (7 computers) is available from 2:30-3:30 pm, Monday-Friday.  The library is available from 2:30-3:00 pm, Monday-Friday.

Math Support

http://my.hrw.com/-This link is tied to the same textbook WHS students use and has video, interactive lessons, and quizzes on each less.
brighstorm.com-Includes great visual lessons on math concepts that students often get stuck on.
Khanacademy.org-Another option to help students understand math concepts.
hotmath.com-Math support that helps explain concepts in different ways.
learnzillion.com/.Easy to understand short videos for students, teachers and parents interested in understanding potentially tough concepts.
www.algebralab.org-An algebra specific site.
mathflix.luc.edu/-User friendly videos led by a teacher doing the work step by step.

Weekly Events

December

1          SAT Test-Contact Counseling Center for more information

1          Girls Wrestling @ Yelm (Tornado Invite-10:00 am)

1          Boys Wrestling @ Estacada (Ranger Invite-10:00 am)

3          Senior Research Papers Due---CHECK with your Senior!!!!

3          Boys Basketball vs Hudson’s Bay (5:30/5:30/7:00)

4          Girls Basketball vs Hudson’s Bay (5:30/5:30/7:00)
4          Chamber Choir @ Grotto (6:-00-7:00)

4          WHS Financial Aid Night, Band Room (6:00)

5          Knowledge Bowl Meet @ Columbia Adventist Academy (12:00-6:30)

6          Boys Basketball vs Terry Fox (5:30/5:30/7:00)

7          Stuff the Bus Finale @ Exterior Woods

7          Boys Basketball @ Evergreen HS (5:30/5:30/7:00)

8          Girls Wrestling @ Judi Emry (Foss HS)

8          Wrestling- JV Boys @ Battle Ground Invite

8          Girls Basketball @ Hudson’s Bay

11       WHS Choir Concert, Washburn Auditorium (7:00)

11       Girls Basketball vs Union (5:30/5:30/7:00)

11       Boys Basketball vs Centralia (5:30/5:30/7:00)

12       Boys C-team vs Union (4:00)

12       Girls Basketball vs Ft. Vancouver (5:30/5:30/7:00)

13       WHS Band Concert, Washburn Auditorium (7:00)

14       Holiday Blue Note Café, Washburn Auditorium (7:00)

14       Wrestling Varsity @ Hammerhead Invite (Central Kitsap)

15       Wrestling-Freshman/Novice Tournament @ Mt. View HS

Go Panthers!

WHS Panther Update & Information-Week Thirteen

WHS Panther Update and Information-Week Thirteen

3 Weeks-We have three weeks of uninterrupted learning ahead of us.   Our winter break starts officially on December 17, but between now and then we only have full days of school.  As we do, please continue to encourage your students to spend time at home working on their work.  If your student has nothing to work on, please check skyward or contact your student’s teacher(s) to verify.  You should be receiving more communication from WHS staff as we are becoming more and more familiar Message Center.   If we do not have your must updated email address please contact Ann Jendro at 954-3169 or via email and ann.jendro@washougalsd.org.

Parent Advisor Council  (PAC)- Monday, November 26 in the library starting at 6:30 pm is our next PAC meeting.  The WHS Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is comprised of parents who want to know more about the inner workings of Washougal High School. The PAC meets once a month to discuss issues of importance to the entire school community and is a representative body that provides the perspective of parents to the WHS administration through regular communication with the principal. The PAC also serves to provide parent feedback on school policies and procedures and has a role in the development and implementation of the WHS School Action Plan.

Stuff the Bus 2012-The Stuff the Bus competition is in full swing and will run through December 7. If you visit the high school you will see all the food donated so far.  Community members are invited to drop off non-perishable canned or boxed foods, household supplies and unwrapped toys at any Washougal school.  If you have any questions about this event please contact Jim Reed at 954-3133.   You can also visit the Camas-Washougal Business Alliance website for additional information as well as how you can help at http://www.cwbusinessalliance.com/stuffthebus.html

Winter Sports-Winter sports teams are preparing for their first 2012-13 competitions.  If you have questions about winter sports contact Doug Cox, Athletic Director at 954-3104.  You can see the practice schedules on our Sports calendar. The Sports calendar can be found under the Calendar heading on our website (www.washougal.k12.wa.us/whs).

Volunteer Fair-Students will be participating in the Volunteer Fair at WHS Wednesday, November 28.  Students will visit the fair in groups and learn about many of the opportunities to volunteer in the community.  We have the fire cadet program, Habitat for Humanity, the scouts, Children's Home Society, Vancouver Regional Library (and the Washougal branch), Special Olympics............just to name a few.  If you have questions or want to get involved contact Marsha Spencer at 954-3121 or via email at marsha.spencer@washougalsd.org.

Parents play a big role in our success-We are thankful for the support we receive from our Panther Parents and Community. Through your volunteer work you touch the lives of every child at Washougal High School.  There are many opportunities to get involved and we encourage you to find your niche.  Some of the different service areas for adults here at Washougal HS are as follows: 

·      Join the WHS Booster Club-Call Aaron Hansen at 954-3101

·      Volunteer as a Winter Formal dance chaperone-Contact Kelly Gregersen at 954-3136

·      Volunteer in the library-Contact Kim Dillon at 954-3122

·      Volunteer to tutor students during or after school-Contact Marsha

·      Spencer, CTE Director and Career Specialist at 954-3121

·      Volunteer to serve on a committee-Contact Aaron Hansen at 954-3101

·      Help with the Grad Night Committee-Contact Christina Mackey at 954-3114.

After School Help and Computer Availability-All teachers are available from 2:30-2:55 after school. It is best if students communicate with their teacher to schedule after school assistance. The WGIL (Whole Group Instruction Lab) is available after school from 2:30-3:30 pm, Monday-Friday.  The Career Center (7 computers) is available from 2:30-3:30 pm, Monday-Friday.  The library is available from 2:30-3:00 pm, Monday-Friday.

Weekly Events

November

26         Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting, WHS Library starting at 6:30 pm

26         Boys Basketball vs WF West (5:30/7:00)

28        Volunteer Fair during 2nd and 3rd period

28         Boys & Girls Basketball @ Tenino (contact coach for times)

29         Girls Basketball @ Ft. Vancouver (4:00/5:30/7:00)

27-28  Cap & Gown Orders with Josten's Rep, WHS Commons –During Lunch 

30         Boys Basketball vs Battle Ground (5:30/7:00)

December

1          SAT Test-Contact Counseling Center for more information

1          Girls Wrestling @ Yelm HS (Tornado Invite-10:00 am)

1          Boys Wrestling @ Estacada (Ranger Invite-10:00 am)

3          Senior Research Papers Due---CHECK with your Senior!!!!

Go Panthers!

Volunteer Fair, Stuff the Bus, Skyward and Financial Aid Night

WHS Commons during Volunteer Fair-2012

Volunteer Fair 2012-It was quite an impressive sight today in the commons.  During 2nd and 3rd periods, approximately 25 volunteer organizations were represented at our Volunteer Fair taking place in the WHS Commons.  Prior to the event, teachers were asked to talk to their students about the benefits of volunteering which included:

• Getting involved in your community
• Feeling good about giving back
• Looks great on college applications and scholarships
• Looks great on your personal resume

We are so appreciative of the organizations that took the time to visit with our students and staff.  This was a big deal for WHS students and staff and we are very thankful for the opportunity to visit with so many people who volunteer so much of their time.  

Stuff the Bus Information-Show your support for our community by visiting Washougal's Quiznos off of C Street this week from Monday, November 26th through Sunday, December 2nd. Quiznos is giving a  $.50 donation to Stuff the Bus for each sandwich sold. Your student will be bringing home the coupon you need to present to the cashier.  You must have the coupon with you for proceeds to go to Stuff the Bus.  Also, make sure to send any non-perishable food donations with your student to school by December 7th to support Stuff the Bus!"

Skyward Family Access for Parents & Students-One of the most effective ways for us to share information with our families is through email within Skyward.  In order for that to work we need your most updated email address as well as your student’s email address.  If we do not have your most updated information or you need to change your personal information in Skyward, such as address, phone number, etc., please contact Ann Jendro at 954-3169 or via email at ann.jendro@washougalsd.org. 

Using skyward, you will be able to see your student’s attendance, grades, calendars, any notifications teachers may post, as well as assignments and/or missing assignments your student may have.

Financial Aid Night (Tuesday, Dec 4th @ 6:00 p.m.)-For students who are considering trade school, community college or a 4-year university there will be a presentation for both students and parents Tuesday, December 4 starting at 6:00 pm. A representative from Financial Aid office will be presenting and answering all of your questions. See you on December 4 at 6:00 p.m. in the WHS band room.