WHS Open House-Wednesday (August 28)

WHS Open House

I would like to invite students and parents to the WHS Open House, this Wednesday evening.  Open House is for students and parents who want to find out more about clubs and activities happening throughout the year at WHS.  It will also be a time for students and parents to meet the WHS staff.  Open House is not a mandatory event.

Counselors will be available to answer questions, but will not be doing schedule changes during Open House. Schedule changes will start the first day of school during the period there is a conflict or a hole in a student’s schedule. 

WHS Open House Schedule

5:30-6:00 pm                        Clubs, Activities & Sports-Commons

6:00-6:10 pm                        Quick Message by the Principal

6:20-6:30 pm                        1^st Period

6:35-6:45 pm                        2^nd Period

6:50-7:00 pm                        4^th Period

7:05-7:15 pm                        5^th Period

7:20-7:30 pm                        6^th Period

7:35-7:45 pm                        7^th Period

PE Classes-The PE staff will be meeting with students and parents in the upper gym.  We will have staff directing students and parents to the upper gym.

Building Map-We will have building maps available for students and parents.

Parent and Player Sport Meeting-Thursday, August 15

WHS & EHS Athletes and Parents,

There will be a Sports meeting for all WHS & EHS athletes and parents Thursday, August 15 starting at 5:30 pm in the WHS auditorium.  When you arrive at auditorium there will be a short message for all athletes and parents and then individual fall coaches will have separate meetings at different locations in the building.   

From 5:00-5:30 pm the ASB office will be open for processing paperwork and fees.

Each participant, prior to the first turnout must:

Have a current physical exam report on file in the school office.

Have proof of adequate insurance.

Have the Athletic Code and Concussion Forms signed .

Have a medical release on file in the office.

Have other sport specific forms on file in office if participating in those sports.

Purchase an ASB card. (non-refundable)

Have paid Participation Fee

Athletic Participation Fees

Participation fees are due in full before the team begins regularly scheduled practices.  Athletes will not be allowed to participate in practices until the fee is paid in full, or payment arrangements have been made through the ASB office. Refunds will be based on the guidelines stated in the athletic handbook.

Students who owe fines will not be allowed to participate in extra-curricular activities until all items listed on their fine statements have been paid for or returned to the school.  The ASB Secretary does not have the authority to dismiss fines; therefore, fine disputes must be taken up with the person who assessed the fine or an administrator.

The Athletic Handbook and forms are available on the WHS website at

http://www.washougal.k12.wa.us/whs/athletics_activities/athleticsprogram.htm

Sports Calendar Link: Sports Calendar

From the Principal’s Desk:

 I hope all Panther families are having an enjoyable summer.  Summer is always a great time to visit with family and friends, get out of town, go to the river, do yard work or complete some of those tasks that just don’t seem to get done or at least that is how it goes for me.

It is an honor and privilege to begin my fourth year as Principal at Washougal High School.  I look forward to working with the WHS community on continuing to improve our school.  This endeavor will be a team effort.  In order to ensure that every student acquires the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to be successful in a constantly changing and more diverse world, we will need to work together.

As we approach a new school year, please encourage your son or daughter to participate in some kind of activity beyond the school day.  WHS offers a wide variety of clubs and sports for students to join.  For parents or guardians, I encourage you to join our Booster Concession group and/or attend a PAC meeting.  PAC is made up of parents who provide tremendous insight to the building leadership team.  The Boosters Concessions group provides an opportunity for clubs, activities, classes and sports teams to earn money for their programs.  For information regarding the Booster group or PAC please contact the office at 954-3100. Together we can make the 2013-14 school year a success!

August

13-15 HSPE Retakes are scheduled for August 13-15. Writing is on Tuesday and Wednesday and Reading is on Thursday.  All juniors and seniors who have not met standard on the Reading and Writing HSPE should plan on attending.  The testing begins at 8:00 am.

13       Building Tour at 11:00, 1:00 & 3:00 (Tours start in the main entrance)

14       Building Tour at 11:00, 1:00 & 3:00 (Tours start in the main entrance)

15       Player & Parent Sport Orientation from 5:00-6:30 pm in auditorium

15       Building Tour 7:00 pm (Tours start in the main entrance)

19       WHS & ASB Office Open at 8:00 am-4:00 pm

26       PAC Meeting #1 starting at 6:30 pm in the WHS library

28       WHS Open House (6:00-7:30 pm)

September

3          9^th Graders and New Student Orientation (7:55-9:55 a.m.)

3          1^st Day of School

4          Picture Day for All Students

Basic Supplies For All Students/Classes

Students should have basic supplies the first day of school.  On the first day of class each teacher may make additional
requests for materials.

Backpack or book bag         Notebook paper         Spiral notebooks


3-Ring binders
                     Notebook dividers     Highlighters  

Folders                                  Graph Paper                Colored Pencils

Pens

All math classes require either a scientific or graphing calculator.  Algebra, Geometry, Applied Math and Financial Fitness require a scientific calculator.  Algebra II, Pre-Calculus and Calculus require a graphing calculator.  Students can check out graphing calculators from the ASB office, but will be charged if the calculator is not returned by the end of the year.  The following graphing calculator models are suggested:

•   TI-83 Plus or Silver Edition

•   TI-84 Plus or Silver Edition

•   TI-89 (*Calculus Only)

•   Casio fx-9750GII or fx-9860GII

(The calculators may be purchased at Office Depot, Office Max, Staples, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, etc. and are often on sale during the summer “back to school” promotions.)

HSPE and EOC Information

Students who have not met standard on one or more state high school exams have plenty of options. They should take the reading and writing HSPE in August and a math or biology EOC exam in January 2014. They can also use one of the Certificate of Academic Achievement (CAA) Options, or state-approved alternatives. Learn more by visiting www.k12.wa.us/assessment/CAAoptions.  You can also visit www.WAtesting.com for information on state testing.

State testing is just one of four graduation requirements your child must meet in order to earn a high school diploma. We encourage you to meet with your child’s counselor as early as possible to ensure your child is on track to graduate.