West Side Story 2.0
August 9, 2022
BEST at West...Be respectful, Engage in learning, Show integrity, Take responsibility
28 Days to the Start of the 2022-23 School Year
Welcome to our school newsletter, West Side Story 2.0. For those of you who are alumni, you might remember that the West HS newspaper was titled West Side Story. We no longer have a school newspaper, but adopted this title for our newsletters. This newsletter will be emailed to students, staff and families during the 2nd and 4th week of the month.
If you have questions, please feel free to email me, sblasi1@isd77.org, or give us a call at
387-3461.
Keep enjoying summer!
When Will I See My Schedule?
What School Supplies Should I Get?
Students should plan to bring writing utensils, a notebook, and a folder for the first day of school.
It is recommended that all math students have a TI 84 calculator.
Kick-Off Days
Save the Date(s)! Our Kick-Off Days are Wednesday, August 24th and Thursday, August 25th.
This is an opportunity for students and parents to take care of:
school pictures
work/study release forms (11/12 grade only)
parking passes (seniors can purchase; juniors submit name for lottery)
lunch paperwork
bus passes
activity passes
Student IDs
chromebook checkout
textbook checkout
sign up for a locker - Locker Sign-up Form
In order to balance the flow of device checkout lines, we strongly encourage students to pick up their device during their scheduled time in the document linked below.
What If I Can't Make It To Kick-Off Days?
Volunteer Opportunity
The MAPS Technology Team is seeking volunteers to help with Chromebook Handout this fall. If you are interested in helping out you can sign up here HS Volunteer for Chromebook Distribution and a member from the technology team will connect with you with further details.
Get Involved
Research shows that students who are involved in extra-curricular activities do better in school. Sign up for fall sports and activities is going on now. Click here to see more information on activities and sign ups.
Another Save the Date...the fall PAC (parent, athlete, coach) meeting will take place Monday, August 15th at 6:00pm.
Open House Night
Students and families are invited to take a walk through the school, meet your teachers, and hear a little bit more about your classes. For 9th grade families, and any families who are new to West High School, we will have an informational meeting in the auditorium beginning at 6:30pm.
9th Grade Link Crew Day
First Day of School
We will begin our day with an all school welcome assembly in the auditorium. Can't wait to see everyone back at school!
Subs on the Sidewalk
Our goal is to have every student involved in at least one school activity. Activities are a great way to engage in our school community!
Here you will find form that lists many of the activities available. If you did not fill this out last spring, it is a good idea to do it now.
Opportunity for Juniors and Seniors
Upcoming Events
August 15
PAC Meeting
August 24, 25
Kick Off Days
August 31
Open House Night
September 6
First Day of School
September 9
Subs on the Sidewalk