West News Update
August 2017
WELCOME BACK!
Our school year has started! Our theme this year is "Be the ONE to..." We want to focus on positive attributes and behaviors that help our students be the best that they can be and models of great behaviors. Our motto at West is "Great Students, Great Staff, Great Expectations". We are looking forward to a GREAT school year!
We encourage you to check our school website for important dates and information to support your child at school. http://nsd131west.ss5.sharpschool.com/
PowerSchool
If you have not already, please sign up for PowerSchool access. This is a great way to review your child's grades, attendance, and communicate with teachers. Please contact the Office for more information.
Open House is August 28th!
Please join us for Open House on August 28th from 5:00-7:00 PM. You are invited to attend and meet your child's teachers and the West Staff. There will be an informational meeting at 6:00 PM in the Commons area. We will review expectations for the year, the AVID opportunity, and our Title I program.
New this year...Hall Escorts
Students are being encouraged to value every minute of learning possible. This has led to a change in our bell schedule to allow more time during passing periods to use the bathrooms, lockers, get a drink, etc to maximize learning time during class. We are minimizing the time students are outside of the classroom during instruction by providing adult support/escort during class time.
Community Partnership with Pathways of Idaho
Expanding support for West students and families
West Middle School is excited to join in a partnership with Pathways of Idaho. This partnership has brought a counselor from Pathways to West to provide services during the school day. This partnership opens up counseling support on a consistent basis for students, more in depth that what our school counselors are able to provide. Shannon Moskitis is the mental health provider from Pathways working on our campus.
If you are interested in seeking these services for your child or family, please contact the office. We will provide paperwork and a connection with Pathways.
28 S Midland Blvd
Email: WMS@nsd131.org
Website: http://nsd131west.ss5.sharpschool.com/
Phone: 2084684750