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 the Viking Voice
8800 West 85th Street, Overland Park, KS 66212
Phone (913) 993-7800
Celebrating 50 years of excellence and Viking Pride!
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| Volume 17, Issue 3 | October 10, 2012 |
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Attention Seniors
Senior Class Meeting at 2:15 p.m. on Oct. 30th in the Auditorium.
Information on caps, gowns and announcements will be sent home with students at this time.
Balfour representatives will take orders and answer questions the following week:
- Tuesday, Nov. 6thfrom 5:00-7:00 pm on the bridge
- Wednesday, Nov. 7th during all lunches
- Thursday, Nov. 8th during all lunches
All students MUST purchase a cap and gown for $25.00 if they are planning to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Announcements and other purchases from Balfour are optional. |
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Your newsletter from Shawnee Mission West, part of the award-winning Shawnee Mission Public Schools. 
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Message from Dr. McLean...
We have had an excellent start to the school year. It is hard to believe that we are already two months into the first semester. Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held the evening of Wednesday, October 24 and all day on Friday, October 26. The schedule is a little different this year because of Thursday night athletic events.
I continue to be extremely pleased with the West Way program. This program continues to have a positive impact on our students and teachers. West Way is designed to specifically spell out expectations regarding how to be safe, responsible and respectful. The teachers and administration look for ways to reinforce positive student behaviors. This program has been implemented over the last three years and data has shown fewer suspensions and expulsions from SM West. The teachers and students are to be congratulated for working hard to make sure SM West is a SAFE place where students are taught to be RESPECTUL and RESPONSIBLE.
It truly is a great time to be a Viking. Our performing groups such as band, choir and orchestra are doing very well and preparing for fall and winter concerts. Our parent support groups are active and helping to provide the resources our coaches and sponsors need to ensure that our extra-curricular programs are successful. Our PTSA members are busy providing valuable assistance to students and staff. Being involved is an important part of the educational program at SM West. I am proud to report that over 800 of our 1820 students are involved with an athletic team, extra-curricular activity or club at SM West.
As we move towards the November election, I hope as parents you're taking advantage of the time to talk with your students about the election process. Share with your high school student the thought process you're going through to make a decision about whom you're going to vote for. Emphasize the importance of participating in each election. Having a voice in selecting our political leaders is a right we must never take for granted. Please take advantage of this very teachable moment.
Yes, there are many, many wonderful things happening at SM West each year. Do you ever stop and wonder why so many good things happen at our school? The answer is really pretty simple. It's the people. Students that come from homes that value education and parents willing to make sacrifices of time and money to ensure their child and others have what is needed for each student to excel. Teachers that care about students and develop positive relationships with them make the difference between mediocrity and excellence. Teachers that are willing to put in the time and energy to improve their skills and working hard to make their lessons exciting and intellectually challenging and parents not willing to settle for mediocrity from their children or the school they attend.
SM West is a great school and I am very proud to serve as its principal. We should never forget that it takes good people working together to make SM West great. We must always strive for excellence and never settle for second. Remember, at SM West - Together Everyone Achieves More.
This year we are again fortunate to have members of the Class of 2013 being recognized as Semi-finalists and commended scholars for their performance on the SAT taken during their junior year at SM West. This fall our semifinalists will go through a process to determine how many will become finalist. I am proud to recognize Erin Lanigan, Julia Marques-Uppman, Keiko Suzuki and Garrett Viets as Semi-finalists in the National Merit program. I am also proud to recognize the following students for being recognized as commended in the National Merit program: Ben Hower, Sierra Lekie, Maggie Meyer and Brittany Porter. These students and their families should be extremely proud of this wonderful accomplishment. The school will be hosting a reception in November to honor these students, their parents and teachers.
Always remember - WEST is the BEST!
Dr. Charles McLean
Shawnee Mission West High School "50 Years of Excellence and Viking Pride"
1962 - 2012
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Looking for the Upcoming Schedule?
Find the Complete 2012 - 2013 SM West Calendar online
Click on the  " School Calendar" link near the top right side of the SM West website: |
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 Parent & Teacher Conferences
October 24th and 26th October 24th 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. October 26th 7:30 a.m. - 3:20 p.m. We strongly urge ALL parents to participate in parent teacher conferences regardless of your child's course grade status. We have two convenient formats available. The OPEN conference format is held in the gymnasiums, bridge and cafeteria. There is no need for appointments for these conferences. Plan to spend 7 - 10 minutes per teacher. If a parent and/or teacher would like to continue the conference past the allotted time, they should establish an appointment for a conference time on Friday afternoon allowing for a more private conversation. If a parent cannot attend the October 24th or 26th scheduled conference time, they should contact the teacher directly by phone or email to establish an appointment for an alternate time. Wednesday evening, October 24th, 5:00 - 8:00 pm All teachers will be available for conferences. Appointments are not required. Teachers will be located in the main gym, auxiliary gym or bridge. A map will be provided. Friday, October 26th, 7:30 am - 3:20 pm All teachers will be available for conferences. Appointments may be scheduled but are not required. Teachers will be located in their classrooms. A map will be provided. |
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Viking Students Acquiring Individualized Learning (S.A.I.L.) 
What
- An exciting opportunity for all students to receive tutorial help during and after the school day.
Why
- Learning is our business at SM West. We are here to learn!
Who
- All students are encouraged to take advantage of S.A.I.L. time.
When:
- Mondays and Thursdays after school in the library. Snacks will be provided and a late bus will run at 4:00.
How it works:
- Any student needing help in any core academic subject is welcome to take advantage during any tutoring session.
- 9th grade students with one or more F's in core academic classes:
- During the school year, students with F's will be assigned to S.A.I.L. until the end of the next grading period (progress report or quarter).
- Students are required to attend at least two sessions each week; attendance at additional sessions is encouraged.
- Students will work with peer tutors and/or teachers that are experts in the area in which they need help.
- S.A.I.L. time will become optional at the next grading period when all core academic grades are D's or better.
How parents can help their students:
- Check Parent@School online to see and discuss grades and upcoming assignments with your student weekly.
- Encourage students to monitor their own grades online with Parent@School.
- Communicate concerns with teachers and counselors.
- Encourage your student to use S.A.I.L. time or other intervention time (see below) for any academic needs.
Don't forget these powerful learning supports available for all students at SM West:
- Academic Seminar - Students may visit with their teachers for extra help on Thursdays from 1:15-2:30 with a pass from that teacher.
- Teachers are available before and after school (7:20-7:40 and 2:40-3:20).
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News From The Counseling Dept
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Check Out Our Website!!!
Our website is filled with information about college counseling and scholarships, academic counseling, personal/social issues, and upcoming dates. Please visit our Web Backpack often to keep current on important information for you and your student. You can access it from the SM West homepage or the district website under students, then teacher web pages.
www4.smsd.org/SMWCounselors
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Students Honored in the National Merit Scholarship Program
Congratulations to the following students for their performance on the 2011 PSAT/NMSQT test last October. The semi-finalist students continue in the competition for scholarship consideration.
National Merit Semi-Finalists
Erin Lanigan
Julia Marques-Uppman
Keiko Suzuki
Garrett Viets
National Merit Commended
Benjamin Hower
Sierra Lekie
Maggie Meyer
Brittany Porter
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Transfer Request Procedures
Students may request to transfer to another Shawnee Mission high school. The application deadline is January 5, 2013, to request a transfer for the 2013-2014 school year. Requests will not be honored after that date. Transfer request forms may be obtained from any school office in the district. Students must re-apply when changing levels - elementary to middle school and middle school to high school. Requests for transfers need not be renewed annually once a student is attending a school, but shall be made subject to annual review.
Once a transfer is approved, students may remain at that school for the duration provided they are in good standing academically, behaviorally, and in regard to attendance. A transfer may be rescinded at any time if a student fails to meet the requirements. District guidelines require that students attending on an approved transfer must maintain satisfactory grades (for secondary students a minimum of 2.0 grade point average), maintain a minimum of 95 percent attendance record, and maintain an acceptable discipline record.
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Wednesday, October 17th is Testing Wednesday
Juniors: 11th graders who choose to register and pay ($17) to take the PSAT may do so. Registration materials were distributed to students through English 11 classes in early September. Registration will stay open through October 11th, register in the Counseling Office. Students who are testing need to report to school at the regular time (7:40 a.m.) to begin testing. All other juniors will need to report at 11 a.m. when classes begin that day.
Sophomores: All 10th graders will take a practice ACT-PLAN on this testing day. There is no charge to the student and students do not need to register. All sophomores need to report at the regular time on this day for testing and will be directed to their testing room. After testing, students will participate in a program focused on career planning.
Freshmen: All 9th graders will take a practice ACT-EXPLORE on this testing day. There is no charge to the student and students do not need to register. All freshmen need to report at the regular time on this day for testing and will be directed to their testing room. After testing, freshmen students will listen to a Suicide Prevention program.
Seniors: 12th graders do not have any testing on this day and will need to report to school at 11 a.m. when classes begin.
Sophomores can also take the PSAT for practice:
On Saturday, October 20th, 10th graders may take the PSAT for practice at Broadmoor Technical Center - cost is $20. Registration happens in the Counseling Office through Wednesday, October 17th. Students should check to see if they have a school activity conflict before registering for the test.
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College Fairs (two options below)
2nd Annual KC Metro College Expo 
At the Overland Park Convention Center
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Browsing areas
5:00, 6:00*, 7:00 Financial Aid Presentations in English
5:00 & 7:00 Financial Aid Presentations in Spanish
6:00 Planning for College Presentation
*Presentation will be interpreted for the deaf and hard of hearing.
More info: www.kacrao.org/kcmetrocollegeexpo
50th Annual Shawnee Mission School District "College Clinic"
At the Shawnee Mission East High School
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
For a list of college attending: www4.smsd.org/SMECounselors/html29702.htm
Click here for a College Clinic Flyer
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Academic Awards Program
Monday, October 29th, 7 p.m., Auditorium
Students who will be recognized at this year's program will receive an invitation in the mail in October. Academic letters are awarded to students who earn at least six semester A's during the previous school year with no semester grade lower than a B and/or a 4.0 GPA or above. These grades must be earned within the Shawnee Mission School District. A list of all students who will be recognized is posted near the office. Contact the Counseling Office if you have any questions
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Financial Aid Overview Night
at SM Northwest
Wednesday, November 14th, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Auditorium of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School
Junior and senior students and their parents if you want assistance in helping to understand financial aid for post-secondary education, Shawnee Mission Northwest High School is offering a Financial Aid Evening on Wednesday, November 14th at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium.
This worthwhile evening will be moderated by Jeanne Mott, Chief Financial Aid Officer at Baker University. Ms. Mott will give an overview on the FAFSA. The FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is the form that the federal government uses to determine your eligibility for student aid. This aid includes grants, scholarships, work study and loans to help pay for college. The form collects financial and demographic information. In some cases the form is required to fill out prior to receiving any other monetary funding.
Mark your calendar today because this is an event you don't want to miss. Any questions please feel free to contact Angelo Giacalone, counselor at Shawnee Mission Northwest. He can be contacted by phone at 913-993-7233 or email at nwgiacal@smsd.org
Click here for Financial Aid Night flyer
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SM West School Code: 172-773
Taking the ACT and/or the SAT is an important step in the college admission process. Juniors should begin looking at test dates and determine when they will take the tests during their junior year. The next two tests dates are listed here but all tests dates for the year can be found at each website.
Note: ACT CHANGES
This year there are changes to the ACT procedures that everyone should be aware. The main change is that students must upload a picture into the system and then upon arrival at the testing center of the day of testing, that picture is checked with the student's photo ID (they are not mandating this on the September test, but it will be required from that point forward).
Students will be required to have the following items in order to take the test (no exceptions):
- Admission ticket (in the past they did not have to have it), after the student registers they will be prompted to print their admission ticket;
- Photo ID, school ID or driver's license; (no personal recognition anymore or yearbook photos)
- Students will be required to take the ACT test at the location that they are registered. Test center locations changes will not be allowed.
| ACT | December 8th at SM West | | Registration deadline: November 2nd | | Register on line at: www.actstudent.org | | | | February 9th at SM West | | Registration deadline: January 11th | | Register on line at: www.actstudent.org | | | | SAT | November 3rd at SM East & other schools | | Registration deadline October 4th | | Register on line at sat.collegeboard.org | | | | December 1st at SM East & other schools | | Registration deadline November 1st | | Register on line at sat.collegeboard.org |
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 Pre-College Checklist for Seniors
November/December: - If you are applying to KU or K-State (and many other colleges), do so before November 1st to qualify for scholarships.
- Look at college deadlines for admission, housing, and scholarships. Are you meeting all the deadlines? This should for the most part be done before the winter break.
- Send transcripts and test scores to colleges.
- Contact schools to make sure they have received all records.
- Some colleges require a "counselor form" to be filled out as well as the application. If they do, students should provide those to their counselor as soon as possible.
- Retake the ACT if necessary.
- Keep your grades up!
- Collect information for the Financial Aid Application
- Register for your PIN for the FAFSA at www.pin.ed.gov
January: - Complete the FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov as soon as possible after January 1. You will need parents' 2012 income tax information.
- Complete individual college financial aid forms if required.
- Submit Mid-Year Reports to private colleges if required.
- Continue to apply for scholarships.
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Enrollment for 2013-2014
Choosing classes for next year is just around the corner. In January, students will be given enrollment materials according to the following schedule. Students have about one week to look over the materials with parents and then have them ready to return when their class visits the Counseling Office. Students should begin thinking about enrollment, asking teachers questions, and speaking with their counselors in November or December if they want help in planning for enrollment.
Juniors - Materials distributed Jan. 14 & 15
Finalize enrollment with counselor Jan. 22 & 23 (in US History classes)
Sophomores - Materials distributed Jan. 16 & 17
Finalize enrollment with counselor Jan. 24 & 25 (in Eng.10 classes)
Freshmen - Materials distributed Jan. 18
Finalize enrollment with counselor Jan. 30 & 31 (in World Geo. classes)
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Don't Be Afraid To Ask For Help!
A Note to Exhausted Parents of Challenging Teens...
Don't give up! Avoiding the issues is not going to help either! Parents of consistently difficult teens ride an emotional roller coaster that frequently dips into confusion, frustration, anger, pain, guilt and exhaustion. Ask for help during difficult times of trouble or even to PREVENT serious difficulty. Find out what your options are. Mary Lea Kieffer, our school Social Worker, can help you get started. For confidential advice you can call Ms. Kieffer at 993-7836.
Other great resources are:
Johnson County Mental Health 913-826-1565
Heart of America Family Services 913-342-1110
www.JoCoFamily.net
www.mentalhealthkc.org
Please see the SM West Counseling Web Backpack for a more detailed list of helpful community resources available to you.
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PTSA Membership Update
WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please join PTSA so we can make this year's budget number and continue to support the many student and teacher programs we provide throughout the year such as Relay for Life, After Parties, Senior Sizzle, Heart of the West Week, Teacher Grants, Teacher Appreciation, etc. Student members have opportunities for volunteer hours through PTSA and are eligible for PTSA scholarships their Senior year.
Shawnee Mission West is known for its high level of parent involvement. Please sign up to once again make Shawnee Mission West PTSA the best in the state of Kansas. We did it last year by having the support of parents, teachers, and students.
Click here for PTSA Membership form.
The form can be dropped off at school, or mailed to SM West PTSA, 8800 W. 85th St, Overland Park, KS 66212. You can also attend any of our PTSA meetings.
Paula Dougherty
1st Vice Presidents - Membership
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Parent Resource Center "CDDO stands for Community Developmental Disability Organization" Rebecca Payne, Intake and Referral Coordinator Community Developmental Disability Organization The CDDO is the single point of entry for an individual or family to obtain services through the developmental disability system. The CDDO is responsible for determining whether a person qualifies for services, working with the person and/or their family or guardian in choosing from an array of services options, and referring those persons to other agencies if additional supports are needed. Learn more about Community Support Services for individuals with disabilities in Johnson County and the role of the CDDO in helping individuals and families apply for these services. Date: Thursday, November 15, 2012 Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Location: Conference Room - RM 125 Arrowhead Administrative Center 6601 Santa Fe Drive Cost: FREE To Enroll: Call the Shawnee Mission Parent Resource Center at 913-993-1725 Sponsored by The Parent Resource Center 6601 Santa Fe Drive Shawnee Mission, Ks 66202-3925 913-993-1725 |
2012 Election
Are you a United States Citizen and 18 years or older? Are you registered to vote? See below for important deadlines and information on how to find information with respect to the upcoming election to be sure you will be able to vote. Important Dates  Fall General - November 6, 2012 Oct. 16 - Last day to register Oct. 17 - Advance voting by mail begins Oct. 22 - Advance voting in person begins Nov. 5 - Advance voting in person closes (12 noon) Go to: www.jocoelection.org for the most up to date information regarding voting. On the left hand side of the website you may click on a link that will tell you where your polling place is, provide you with a sample ballot, tell you what to do to register to vote, tell you how to vote in advance, among other important information. In the middle of the page you may click on Fall Candidate List to identify the people running for office in your district. As of January 1, 2012, voters presenting themselves at the polls must have a photo ID. (Refer to the website above for the exceptions.) To find out information on legislation and issues affecting the Shawnee Mission School District go to: www.smsd.org and click on public information, and then click on legislative information. |
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SMEF 2012 Annual Fall Breakfast
For the third year in a row the Shawnee Mission Education Foundation posted record attendance at its annual Fall Breakfast. Over 950 advocates of public education, including 80 corporate sponsors, gathered at the Overland Park Convention Center and raised $141,000 in support of public education in Shawnee Mission schools.
In his State of the District Address "Defying Gravity," Superintendent Dr. Gene Johnson shared news of student and faculty achievement in spite of the funding challenges of the last few years. Volunteers and district partners who already support Shawnee Mission were thanked and others reminded that continued excellence requires corporate and community involvement and action by concerned individuals.
In an environment where local control of school funding is restricted by state government, Dr. Johnson stressed the value the Foundation adds to defying gravity. SMEF offers a place for K-12 Shawnee Mission advocates to make charitable, tax-deductible contributions providing direct support of SMSD programs. 100% of contributions to SMEF stay in the Shawnee Mission district.
The event finale "Defying Gravity," from the Broadway musical Wicked, featured the talents of 250 students representing Mill Creek and Rising Star Elementary choirs, SM East Chamber Choir, SM Northwest Chamber Singers and the SM South Jazz Band. The performance brought together the District and SMEF's rally call to the community to come together and commit to excellence in the face of obstacles.
Shawnee Mission Medical Center and Mainstreet Credit Union were presenting sponsors and Capitol Federal was a lead sponsor. The breakfast was held on September 13, 2012 at the Overland Park Convention Center.
The breakfast program featured students from various academic and extra-curricular groups. Featured in this photo are Shawnee Mission West art students, Navelin De Dios and Krislyn Roberts, under direction of their art teacher, Luan Taylor.
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Student Council News
Student Council held elections and had a significant turnout to vote. The new Student Council members are as follows:
Stuco held their first Big Stuco meeting and decided on the Homecoming theme and t-shirt design. The next Big Stuco meeting will be the 25th of October.
Stuco Regional Conference
The Student Council Executive Board as well as the Student Body Officers had the opportunity participate in the Stuco Regional Conference held at Spring Hill High School. They took part in team building activities and collaborated with over 450 delegates from other High School Stuco programs. The keynote speaker, Patrick Maurer, talked about the importance of leadership and taking initiative.
Homecoming
This year's homecoming theme will be Rockin' and Rollin'! There will also be a spirit week on October 8-11 to pep everyone up for Friday's game! The Homecoming football game will be played against Shawnee Mission North Indians. We hope to celebrate a victory as we dance the night away on October 13 from 8-11 p.m. during the Homecoming Dance. The famous Homecoming Parade organized by Stuco will take place on Thursday afternoon at 1:30pm. The parade will begin in the circle drive and end in the Downtown Overland Park Gazebo and Commons area. You can support your Vikings by gathering along the parade route and joining us in cheering on the vikings during Friday's game!
Canned Food Drive
It's never too early to start putting aside canned goods, boxed pasta, and peanut butter for the annual canned food drive helping the Johnson County Christmas Bureau, which aids people needing food this holiday season and beyond. The best thing about this charity is that the support helps those in need here in our own area! Donation pick-ups will be start in November!
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Contact: Kathy Stone
Phone 816-536-9292 E-mail: kstone2429@yahoo.com Web Info: www.smwspotlighters.com BREAKING NEWS: VIRUS ATTACKS LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL! PRINCIPAL CALLS FOR COMMUNITY TO MEET IN SCHOOL AUDITORIUM SM West THEATRE Department Presents "NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD!" Dates: Thursday, Friday and Saturday - October 25, 26, 27 - 7:00 PM
Location: Shawnee Mission West High School, 8800 West 85th Street (85th and Antioch), Overland Park, Kansas 66212 School contact: 913-993-7985 OVERLAND PARK, KS - October 6, 2012: Shawnee Mission West Theatre is proud to present "NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD!"October 25, 26, 27 at 7:00 PM in the SMWest auditorium. "NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD!" is a play written by Lori Allen Ohm and based on George Romero and John Russo's original film. Fall-out from a satellite probe shot to Venus returns to Earth carrying a mysterious radiation that transforms the unburied dead into flesh-eating zombies. Several people trapped in an isolated farmhouse, held hostage by the ravenous ghouls, begin to turn on each other as the dead encroach. The cast of "NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD" includes: Makaela Terance as Barbra, Taylor Chubick as Johnny, Lucas Lowery as Zombie #1, Garrett Viets as Harry Cooper, Libby Flood as Helen Cooper, Anna Rose Feldman as Karen Cooper, Seth Martin as Tom, Tiffani Lawrence as Judy, Parker Vowels as Ben, Andy Larson as the News Anchor, Grace Morris as Dr. Grimes, Emma Ferrin as Wilma Bardough, Chance Ortega as Chief McClellan, Ethan Evans as Deputy #1, McKinley Strausbaugh as Deputy # 2 and Codi Smith as the Radio Voice. The cast also feature a hoard of 67 Zombies! TICKET INFORMATION Tickets: Tickets are $7 for adults. SM West students will receive one free ticket with Student ID. |
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News from the Journalism Department
Senior yearbook ads Yearbook senior ad information is be available now. The deadline for regular prices is Oct. 19. (Click here for Senior ad form). If you would like to purchase a business ad in the yearbook, please contact Amy Morgan at 913-993-7911 or amymorgan@smsd.org. Yearbook orders Yearbook orders are due Dec. 7. Yearbooks are $55 and must be ordered in advance...we do not sell extras in May. You may order a yearbook at registration or online until Dec. 7, or by contacting Amy Morgan at 913-993-7911 or amymorgan@smsd.org. Payment plans are available upon request. (Click here for Yearbook Payment Plan form.) Underclass pictures Retakes/last chance Oct. 19, 7:30-3:30 Order forms are available in room 11. Students are not required to purchase any photos to be included in the yearbook. Epic advertising If you would like to advertise your business in the Epic (the student newsmagazine) or the website The Voyager ( www.smwest.com), contact Amy Morgan at 913-993-7911 or amymorgan@smsd.org. it is a great way to reach almost 2,000 families. (Click here for Epic ad packet). Calendar October 19: last chance for underclass pictures (library) October 19: senior ad deadline November 30: clubs and business ads deadline December 7: Yearbook orders due, initial payment for payment plan due February 1: senior ad final payment for payment plan due March 1: Yearbook final payment for payment plan due
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Viking Athletics
W inter sports will be here before you know it so do not wait to get your physical turned in. A physical for this school year must be dated May 1, 2012 or after. Winter Sports begin November 12. In order to be able to participate in tryouts, a complete physical form and a concussion and head injury information release form must be on file in the athletic department by Friday, November 9.
Waiting to hand required forms in the day winter practices and tryouts begin will delay eligibility to participate.
No student can participate without these documents being on file with the athletic department. All physical and concussion forms can be handed in directly to the athletic secretary.
Helpful hint; it is always a good idea to keep a copy of your child's physical in case you need it for something else.
Fall Coaches
Winter Coaches
Spring Coaches
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Shawnee Mission West BAND update
 After countless early morning and Tuesday evening rehearsals, the Marching Band has finally gotten the entire new show on the field. They were able to show off "Rhythm in Red" during halftime at the September 27th football game and during the annual Shawnee Mission Marching Festival on October 2nd. Both varsity and freshman bands marched in the Overland Park Fall Festival parade that was held on September 29th. The Lenexa Hy-Vee invited the drum line to help kick off the chiefs home opener on September 8th.
October promises to be a very busy month with two more football games, the Homecoming parade as well as two Marching Festivals. Mr. Thomas will lead the band into competition at Kansas State University and then it's on to Warrensburg, where the Band had a marvelous 4th place finish last year.
Meanwhile, the BandAides are hard at work preparing for the 20th annual Spaghetti Dinner and Auction. This year's festivities will take place in the West gym on November 3 from 5:30-9:00pm. There will be musical performances, food, games and of course, the world famous Silent Auction where everyone is sure to find a treasure! Tickets go on sale soon. Talk to your favorite Band member or check out our website at http://www.bandaides.org/.
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Spotlighters...
Supporting Vocal Music and Theatre at SM West
Are you a fan of the arts? Want to support our West community? Looking for an inexpensive evening of entertainment? Here are two events to put on your calendar:
- Tonight, October 11 7:00 - Fall Choir Concert, auditorium (all choirs)
- October 25, 26, 27 7:00 - Fall play, "Night of the Living Dead" in the auditorium (tickets $7 or one free for students with an activity pass)
To find out more about Spotlighters, choir and theatre at West, and how you can get involved, go to our website - www.smwspotlighters.com.
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Sr. Sizzle 2013 SM WEST SENIORS!!! MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!! SENIOR SIZZLE MAY 10, 2013!!! What is Senior Sizzle? Senior Sizzle is a Drug and Alcohol Free Graduation Tradition celebrating the Senior Class of 2013 The Celebration will be held at PowerPlay in Shawnee, Kansas on May 10, 2013- following the seniors last day of school from 11PM-3AM Your ticket price includes: Food from the "Incredible Buffet" pizza, pasta, Mexican buffet, soups, chili, salad bar, desserts, unlimited soft drinks and Icees! AND.... Whirly Ball, Go Karts, Bowling, Laser Tag, Bumper Cars, Ropes Course, Tilt-a-Whirl, Pool Tables, arcade games and MORE!!! Additional information and ticket pricing will be announced at a later date. The following Senior Sizzle Fundraisers are being held to support this great event: Pop & Candy Sales - ON SALE NOW each Thursday during lunch on the SMW bridge! Senior Parents who could donate items to sell please email Cindy Bisbing at cindylouwho528@aol.com Panera Coupon Sales - ON SALE NOW at home football games and upcoming teacher conferences! To purchase directly contact Caroline Becher at caroline.becher@yahoo.com HyVee and Hen House Coupon Books - ON SALE NOW at home football games and upcoming teacher conferences. To purchase directly contact Cindy Neely at aneely@kc.rr.com or Tammy Nation at mtaccnation@juno.com Corsage and Boutonniere Sales through HyVee Stores -  Ordering flowers for Homecoming? Order your Homecoming date's flowers (corsage or boutonniere) at HyVee at 87th St. and Pflumm Rd. and mention SMW Senior Sizzle! Ten percent of the sales for all SM West orders will be donated to Senior Sizzle. Questions contact Cindy Neely at aneely@kc.rr.com Poinsettia Sales - Order this holiday favorite by November 7!!!! Questions contact Lynita Rinne at therinnes@gmail.comand Betsy Ring at bagring@kc.rr.com Click here for a Poinsettia Order Form  Colors available: Red White Burgundy $15.00 per 6 ½" plant Mr. Viking Contest - This annual event will be held on February 23, 2013! Questions contact Kathy Klema at kcklema@everestkc.net and Jane Miramontez at rsmiramo@smsd.org Senior Graduation Banners - Orders taken in March/April 2103 for this SMW graduation tradition! Questions contact Susan Fajardo at sfajardo@everestkc.net Parent Volunteers to help the night of the event are being organized by Steve Becher at sbecher72@gmail.com Senior Sizzle Treasurer Kim Witters can be reached at kim.witters@aom.com Thank you for your help in making Senior Sizzle 2013 a HUGE success!! Jona Vance, Chair Senior Sizzle Planning Committee |
SM WEST VIKINGS FALL SPORTS PROGRAMS 2012 AVAILABLE!!!
All fall sports teams, band, dance team, cheerleaders and other student groups
are featured in the programs!
Please plan to purchase this keepsake at a home game or from a booster club team representative!!!
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Hurry - get your West Spirit Wear
Get your West Spirit Wear at the home football games on Friday, Oct. 12 and Friday, Oct. 19.
We have hoodies, t-shirts, sweats, yoga pants and so much more. Now, we even have black and gold scarves!
We will also be selling at the parent-teacher conferences on Oct. 24 and Oct. 26.
This is a perfect time to get Christmas gifts. The money raised by the West Booster Club goes to support all of the sports at the high school.
We accept checks and cash.
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Look for the next edition of the Viking Voice
in January.
Submit your articles by January 4, 2013 to:
westvikingvoice@gmail.com
The next publication is scheduled for January 10, 2013.
Upcoming Viking Voice dates:
| NEWSLETTER DEADLINE DATES | NEWSLETTER PUBLICATION DATES | | | | 1/4/2013 | 1/10/2013 | | 2/21/2013 | 2/28/2013 | | 5/23/2013 | 6/6/2013 |
Thank you.
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