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WHS CALENDAR
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Tuesday, January 5
Boys Basketball - Freshman
vs. Bellaire @BHS 5 p.m.
Girls Basketball - Freshman vs. Bellaire @WHS 5 p.m.
Boys Basketball - JV
vs. Bellaire @BHS 6:30 p.m.
Girls Basketball - JV vs. Bellaire @WHS 6:30 p.m. PTO Meeting @Library 7 p.m.
Boys Basketball - Varsity vs. Bellaire @Butler 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 6
Girls Basketball - Varsity
vs. Bellaire @Butler 6 p.m.
Thursday, January 7
Girls Soccer - Varsity
vs. Woodlands @Waller HS 1 p.m.
Boys Soccer - JV vs. Elkins @EHS 5 p.m. Boys Soccer - Varsity vs. Elkins @EHS 7 p.m.
Friday, January 8
Girls Soccer - Varsity
vs. Yoe @Waller HS 10:20 a.m.
Girls Soccer - Varsity vs. Bellville @Waller HS 3:40 p.m.
Girls Basketball - Freshman vs. Reagan @RHS 5 p.m.
Boys Basketball - Freshman vs. Reagan @WHS 5 p.m.
Girls Basketball - JV
vs. Reagan @RHS 6:30 p.m.
Boys Basketball - JV vs. Reagan @WHS 6:30 p.m. Boys Basketball - Varsity vs. Reagan @Butler 7 p.m.
Saturday, January 9
Girls Basketball - Varsity vs. Reagan @Butler 1 p.m.
Monday, January 11
Girls Basketball - Varsity
vs. Westbury @Butler 6 p.m.
Boys Basketball - Varsity
vs. Westbury @Butler 7:30 p.m.
Click here to access the WHS Calendar for more events.
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WEST COAST ELITE DANCE COMPETITION
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Westside Pride's Coach Brooke Demartino is hosting a dance competition in January. Click here for the details and the registration link.
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CHECK OUT THE ON-LINE STUDENT NEWSPAPER
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Click here to go to the Howler, Westside's online, student newspaper.
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TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS
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If you request a transcript from Naviance, you must come to A205 and pay for it, or it will not be sent.
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IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN THE PTO
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As a reminder for parents of senior students, if you join the PTO, your student is eligible to apply for one of the PTO scholarship grants given at the end of the year!
You must join the PTO by January 15, 2016 in order for your senior student to be eligible for a PTO scholarship.
We have several events coming up in the near future where we need you. Being a member of the PTO is a great way to be involved and stay connected to all Westside happenings.
We look forward to having you be a part of our team. Click here to go to the PTO website and click here for the membership form.
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COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY VISITS TO WESTSIDE
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Throughout the school year, several colleges and universities have scheduled visits to Westside. In order to speak with a representative from each college, you must sign up on Naviance. Sign up for the colleges you are interested in. Don't forget to pick up a pass in A205 prior to the visit.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS
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Westside High School will be participating in the HISD dates for Early Dismissals.
January 27
February 24
On the Thursdays immediately following the Early Dismissal Days, there will not be a Late Start.
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FACEBOOK
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The Westside facebook page is better than ever! Drop by and catch up on events through pictures and posts.
Don't forget to like us. Click here to go right now!
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E-NEWS ARCHIVES
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The Wolf E-News archives are now posted on the Westside website. If you ever need access to an older edition for information or entertainment, you can now have it with the click of a mouse!
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
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SAILOR FINISHES IN TOP HALF AT NATIONALS
- DRESS CODE REMINDER FROM ADMINISTRATION
- JANUARY CALENDAR REMINDERS
- UIL ACADEMICS GETTING RESULTS
- WESTSIDE WELLNESS: ROUTINES
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ROSE FINISHES IN TOP HALF
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Sophomore Charlotte Rose finished 7th (out of 18) in the CRESSY National Finals at Old Dominion University. She was the 2nd girl, overall.
Charlotte is currently helping the USA representative to the ISAF Youth Worlds in Malaysia by practicing with the team to keep the representative in top shape. Way to go Charlotte - such sportsmanship and camaraderie! You make us all so proud!
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DRESS CODE REMINDER FROM ADMINISTRATION
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 Last month, Westside students were reminded of campus policies regarding dress code. As always, we need your involvement to ensure students come to school dressed appropriately and ready to learn. We would like to take this opportunity to remind our families of our campus dress code policy and consequences for violations of the dress code.
CONSEQUENCES FOR VIOLATING THE DRESS CODE
Students are expected to comply with dress code. Any staff member who observes a student violating dress code policy may correct the behavior. In some cases, it is necessary for a dean or teacher to temporarily confiscate an item belonging to a student. Disrespect or failure to comply will significantly escalate disciplinary action.
First offense: Student may be given the opportunity to change into appropriate clothing (if not feasible, the student will be sent to ISS). He/she will be given a written warning. Parents may be notified by telephone of the infraction.
Second offense: Student may be given the opportunity to change into appropriate clothes (if not feasible, the student will be sent to ISS). In addition, he/she will be assigned Westside Workforce. Parents will be notified by telephone of the infraction.
Third offense: Student will be assigned ISS for the remainder of the day. Parents will be notified by telephone of the infraction.
STUDENTS SHOULD WEAR:
- Westside ID.
- for girls, tops that are wider than 3 inches at the shoulder and cover the back and midriff.
- for boys, tops that have sleeves.
- jeans, khakis, slacks, sweatpants, skirts, shorts, or dresses that do not rise more than 4 inches above the knee
- tights and leggings if underneath clothing (skirts, dresses, etc) that is in dress code.
- appropriate footwear.
STUDENTS CANNOT WEAR:
- bandanas or bandana printed material.
- chains hanging from jeans.
- clothing and accessories (including lanyards, key chains, etc.) that directly or indirectly displays in inappropriate images or language (including references to drugs, alcohol, illicit acts, weapons, violence, or anything that can be perceived as offensive to ethnicity, gender, religion, etc.)
- clothing that depicts identified gang symbols or represent gang affiliations. If dress/accessories seemingly fit(s) the profile of gang affiliation, administration reserves authority to disallow it.
- clothing that is ripped or torn, even if material is behind the tear.
- clothing that reveals cleavage.
- clothing which reveals undergarments.
- head-coverings. This includes but is not limited to baseball caps, wave caps, sleep wear, knitted hats, etc. Head-coverings must be placed out of sight upon entering the building. Exceptions for the head-wear policy will be made only for religious or medical reasons.
- jeans or shorts which reveal boxer shorts or athletic shorts underneath. "Sagging" is not permitted, and when necessary, cinch ties will be used by administration to tie belt loops.
- leggings/jeggings/tights/yoga pants/dancewear (unless under clothing within dress code).
- long/oversized coats inside the building.
- offensive tattoos.
- skirts/shorts that are shorter than four inches from the knee.
- sleepwear (such as slippers or pajama pants); stuffed animals, pillows, or blankets are not to be carried.
- sunglasses
- tops that show midriffs; midriffs should be covered even with arms raised above the head.
Westside High School administration reserves the right to determine if a student's dress is a disruption to the educational process. All such decisions are final.
Confiscated hats or accessories must be picked up by the parent. They will not be returned directly to the student. Per HISD Code of Conduct, district employees are not held responsible for items that are confiscated in the normal course of school business. At the end of the year, unclaimed hats will be donated.
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CALENDAR REMINDERS
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January 27 - Early Dismissal
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STUDENTS SHINE AT UIL ACADEMICS
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 Just before the holiday break, three of our students placed as Outstanding Finalists in the UIL Academic Tournament.
Number Sense:
Olivia Grabowsky
Derek Chen
Science:
Tarek Dawamen
Congratulations to the students and their academic coaches, Ms. Mari Wadih and Ms. Laurie Schlaudt!
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WESTSIDE WELLNESS: ROUTINES
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As we begin the new year and start back to work and school, it can take some time to redevelop a daily routine. Making time to schedule in simple self-care practices can transform our time and set us up for more productive days. Reduce stress and boost success with these refreshing morning rituals!
- Do a quick workout! A 10 minute high intensity workout or a 5 minute morning yoga routine can easily be found on YouTube and will energize you for the day.
- Listen to a motivational talk or your own morning playlist as you get dressed and prepare for the day!
- Take a few minutes to meditate, journal, or just collect your thoughts-centering and setting an intention for the day will provide a purpose to proceed with.
- Have a healthy, mood-boosting breakfast: Try an egg on toast or a mix of avocado, tomatoes, and brown rice. A side of fruit and cup of warm tea will balance your meal!
Commit to trying out your chosen ritual for two weeks and see how you feel!
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We value your feedback!
Please direct comments or questions to Craig Malinsky
at cmalinsk@houstonisd.org.
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It is the policy of the Houston Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, handicap or disability, ancestry, national origin, marital status, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or political affiliation in its educational or employment programs and activities.
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