Thanks to all who had the chance to attend parent conferences this week. Our goal is to proactively make connections with our parent community, learn more about your student, and connect on how we might support each learner. I had many conversations with teachers and parents about our format, and I hope to continue improving the process as we navigate these intentional conversations.

Thanks to the Parents' Club for providing a delicious lunch for our staff on Wednesday. We are so grateful for all the support our parents have given to our school and staff this year.

Best,

Matt Irvin

• 3/13: Late-Start A Day; School starts at 9:40am, and doors open for students at 9:25am.
• 3/14-3/15: Spring Sports photos at practices
• 3/15: National Technical Honor Society Induction, 6pm, Cafeteria
• 3/15: Winter Choir Concert, 5pm, Second Presbyterian Church
• 3/16: Spring Activities Assembly, 7th hour
• 3/16: 4th Quarter Bus Money Due
• 3/17: NO SCHOOL
• 3/20-2/24: SPRING BREAK

Missouri Interscholastic Journalism Association announced its February Photo of the Month winners. Two WGHS students earned honorable mentions.

For yearbook freshman Nick Stuppy earned an honorable mention for his photo of principal Dr. Matt Irvin. "Senior Madeline Campbell pies principal Dr. Matt Irvin in the face during the winter pep-rally Feb. 3, 2023. The fundraiser was for “Friends of Wings,”an organization that gives money and support to families in hospice. The money donated was also collected by specific teachers. The person who got the most money had a chance to get pied in the face. When it came down to it, Campbell was chosen for Dr. Irvin. “I had a lot of adrenaline for sure, and I was definitely excited. kind of nervous too, because it's the principal,” Campbell said."

For publications senior Luca Giordano earned an honorable mention for his photo of basketball player senior C.J. Lang. "Senior CJ Lang attempts a shot and is blocked, drawing a foul during the men's basketball game on Douglass Night on Friday, Feb. 10, in Roberts Gym. The Statesmen won with a score of 56-47."

Summer School will be held June 5 - July 7, 2023. Attached you will find available courses, course descriptions and detailed summer learning expectations. Online registration for Summer Learning is open! All courses are available pending enrollment numbers and staffing. If you have any questions please contact davis.ebonie@wgmail.org.
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Summer Learning registration link:
https://forms.gle/n2puhhdRLEysnJ9y6

Does your child love math? Would they enjoy learning about a career in Actuarial Science?

Then they should consider attending RGA's High School Actuarial Day on Tuesday, March 21.

Designed specifically for high school students, this event will feature presentations from several RGA actuaries who will talk about their education and careers in the actuarial field. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions during a Q&A panel. The event will conclude with complimentary lunch for all attendees.

This is not a WGHS sponsored event. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation.

Event Details

RGA High School Actuarial Day

Tuesday, March 21

9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Lunch will be provided.

RGA|Chesterfield

Registration

Click here to register.

Reminder! The regular deadline to register for the Saturday April 15 ACT is Friday, March 10.

Students should register online at www.myact.org

Sophomore Parents

All sophomores will take a full-length practice ACT college admission test on Tuesday, April 4 from 8:45am-12:25pm while the juniors are taking a real ACT. Stay tuned for additional details and information.

Junior Parents

As a reminder, all juniors will take the ACT on Tuesday, April 4. No action on your part is necessary. Stay tuned for additional details and information.

When Should I Start Planning for College? Helpful Timelines for High School Students

One of the most common questions students and parents ask is, "When should I start planning for college?" Families wonder if starting in 9th grade is too early and doesn't allow students to focus on high school; others think that junior year is the best time to focus on college planning. The truth is, there are things students can be doing each year to help them think about their post-high school plan. It is beneficial for students to learn about and plan for college when they are ready-regardless of what grade they are in. The self-discovery and planning processes are most effective when done over time and without pressure of deadlines. Join us for a brief webinar to learn about things you can be doing as a freshman, sophomore or junior to create a solid plan for life after high school. Go to the M4C website if you think working with a mentor would be helpful and we will match you with a mentor.

Mentors 4 College Zoom Webinar: Thursday, March 9; 5:30-6:00 pm CST

Register here for the webinar:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2016735491111/WN_Qa5D5964RMmxhlA5fEQvrw

Scholarship Opportunities and Searches:

St. Louis Area Scholarship Search

St. Louis Graduates Scholarship Central (Note: Many of these applications have not opened up yet so keep checking back.) This is also where you can apply for Interest Free Student Loans from Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis.

Where can you find other scholarships? There are a number of national scholarship databases out there. While it can seem a little overwhelming, it can be rewarding if you put some time into it.

National Scholarship Searches
Fastweb
College Board’s Big Future
Peterson’s
Unigo
Cappex

The Webster Groves School District is currently determining transportation needs for the fee-based service for the 2023-2024 school year. If your student will be attending Webster Groves High School or Hixson Middle School and you would like bus transportation for your student for the 2023-2024 school year, you must complete the application at the link below. Even if your student rode the bus last year, you must fill out a new application for the 2023-2024 school year. Please read the information in the link and fill out the form if you want your student to ride the bus for the 2023-2024 school year.

Please note the criteria needed to get free bus transportation.

Application deadline is May 15, 2023.

Thank you,

WGSD Transportation

314-963-6413

https://forms.gle/M3UFZzuVyMP65Btk7

Anytown 7/23/23-7/29/23

The Anytown Leadership Institute, a program of NCCJ St. Louis, is a unique 7-day residential program for high-school-aged youth. Anytown's goal is to prepare youth to be effective leaders and change agents who are dedicated to fighting bias, bigotry, and oppression. Youth participate in experiential learning activities and dialogue sessions designed to increase their understanding of human relations issues and of their own responsibility to create a community based on inclusion, trust, and mutual respect. The Chelsea Center can provide funding for up to 3 students selected for this program who are also willing to simultaneously enroll in a Chelsea Center course.

Looking for other experiences?

If your child is looking to explore a passion area or career, have them visit the Chelsea Center to learn more about local opportunities, ways they might earn credit for engaging in these opportunities, and potential funding available to support experiential learning in the summer as well! Students can access wgsd.givepulse.com with their school Gmail account information to explore upcoming experiences as well.

Stay up-to-date on events by visiting our school calendar.

We update our school calendar regularly to reflect last-minute and monthly changes. Please visit our official School Calendar on our website to stay informed.

The Spirit Store is open! Hours are 8-9:15 a.m. daily.

The online store is open 24 hours a day at https://wghsparentsclub.org/collections.

Every time you shop at the Spirit Store, you are supporting student scholarships and teacher grants!

Email: erb.mickey@wgmail.org
Website: hs.webster.k12.mo.us
Location: 100 Selma Avenue, Webster Groves, MO, USA
Phone: (314) 963-6400
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Twitter: @WebsterGrovesHS