Wildcat Weekly
October 14 -18, 2019
This Week's Schedule - Pink+ Awareness Week!
Monday, October 14 – B Day – Wear Blue – Testicular Cancer Awareness
B Soccer vs. Aloha 7:00 pm Senior Night
G Soccer @ Aloha 7:00 pm
Tuesday, October 15 – A Day – Wear Purple – Pancreatic Cancer Awareness
Volleyball @ Mountainside 6:45 pm
Wednesday, October 16 - B Day - College Day – Wear Black – Melanoma Cancer Awareness
Jostens taking senior orders during lunches
PTO Meeting 6:30 pm N113
Thursday, October 17 - A Day – Wear Orange – Leukemia Cancer Awareness
Jostens taking senior orders during lunches
Club Rush during 7th & 8th periods in upper gym 1:30-2:00 pm
Westview Theater presents Junie B Jones Is Not A Crook - 4:30 pm
B Soccer @ Jesuit 7:00 pm
Volleyball @ Aloha 6:45 pm
G Soccer vs. Jesuit 7:00 pm
Friday, October 18 – B Day - PRIDE Friday – Wear Pink – Breast Cancer Awareness
Club Rush during 7th & 8th periods in upper gym 1:30-2:00 pm
Football vs. Grants Pass 7:00 pm – Senior Night
Westview Theater presents Junie B Jones Is Not A Crook - 7:00 pm
Saturday, October 19
Westview Theater presents Junie B Jones Is Not A Crook – 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Speech and Debate @ WHS
Band Camp
Upcoming Dates:
October 23 – Choir Concert 7:00 & 8:15 pm
October 25 – Picture re-takes, library 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
October 28 – Trunk or Treat – Clubs hosting 6-7:30 pm south parking lot
October 30 – Band Concert 7:00 pm
October 31 – Cat Walk for Costumes during lunches
November 1 – Grading Day – No Students
November 7 – Black Parent Night 6:30 pm
November 8 & 9 – Choir Retreat
November 11 – Veteran’s Day - No Closed
Senior Dates to Remember 2019-20
Photos From the Week
Passing of Kim Short
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Kim Short, art teacher at Westview High School. Kim passed unexpectedly earlier this week. He made a difference for many students.
Kim was a gifted art teacher who loved his work. He loved teaching students and helping them develop their talents. Many went on to successful artistic careers. He began his Beaverton School District career in 1997 teaching art at Sunset High School. In 1999, he moved to Mt. View Middle School to teach art. In 2003 to this year, he taught art at Westview High School. For many years, Kim also organized the annual Herzog-Meier Senior Art Show in partnership with the Beaverton Education Foundation. He will be greatly missed.
A private remembrance will be held in the spring of 2020. Those wishing to honor Kim are invited to give to The Portland Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation or his alma mater, Case Western Reserve University, Art Department.
Westview High School Theater presents Junie B. Jones is not a Crook
Junie B. Jones is not a Crook
by Allison Gregory Adapted from the book by Barbara Park
October 17th at 4:30pm
October 18th at 7:00pm
October 19th at 2:00pm and 7:00pm
Get your tickets NOW!
Chromebook Insurance - Pay by October 18
Hello WHS community,
Some important dates and information regarding the technology at Westview.
➱ All WHS students are expected to have a school-issued Chromebook or a personal laptop fully charged and with them at school every day.
➱ All families were automatically charged the Chromebook Damage and Loss Protection fee of $20.
All students are automatically enrolled in the District’s Chromebook Damage/Loss Protection Program to financially protect the student against damage or loss. The fee is $20 per school year per Chromebook, up to a maximum of $60 per school year per family. The fee is waived for families who qualify for the free or reduced meal benefits program and have completed the Permission to Share Form.
➱ Though your account was charged, you do not have insurance until the fee has been paid.
➱ On October 18, 2019, the payment option will be removed and you will no longer have the option to pay.
That means that if you checked out a device, but did not pay the protection fee, you are NOT covered for the rest of the school year. You are charged $300.00 for the device if it lost or damaged.
➱ What is NOT coverage under the Damage/Loss Protection Program.
The new Chromebooks use an USB-C power cord. If you lose or damage it, the replacement cost is $30. The new Chromebooks also have a hidden stylus in the back cover. If you lose or damage it, the replacement cost is $15.
➱ Can I opt out of a BSD supplied device?
Yes. If you choose to opt out of having a BSD chromebook, please return the device and charger to the library as soon as possible.
➱ What if you have your own device?
If you are planning to bring your own device you must agree to bring it every day to class. BSD assumes no responsibility for your device if it lost, damaged or stolen. The “Bring Your Own Device” form is available through this link: Link To Form to Decline Chromebook Damage/Loss Coverage
➱ The device requires wifi, but I do not have access to wifi at home.
Please also note that if you do not have reliable access to Wi-Fi at home, you automatically qualify to receive a free Wi-Fi hotspot thanks to a grant from the Sprint 1Million Project. The Sprint 1Million program is available to high school students. Middle school students may check out a Kajeet hotspot for the school year if needed. Applications for this free Wi-Fi program are available in the library.
Upcoming Fundraisers
AP Exams
Westview and Back to School Night Feedback
Vaping - Please talk with your student
Beaverton Education Foundation Phone-a-Thon October 9-17 - Answer the Call!
The 21st Beaverton Education Foundation Phone-a-thon takes place October 9-17, 2019. This annual dialing tradition provides critical funds that support innovative educational programs for students in the Beaverton community. During the five-fun-filled nights, more than 350 student volunteers make over 30,000 phone calls, dedicating their time, energy and enthusiasm to supporting BEF programs.
Last year, BEF served over 27,000 Beaverton students in grades K-12, funding 124 academic programs or projects. Through this funding from our supporters and community engagement, $390,603 was invested back into our schools.
This year our goal is to fund 130 projects impacting 30,000 students. Together, we will make it happen.
The Phone campaign and the associated mailings are the Foundations largest fundraising activity of the year. Funds raised are reinvested in a wide variety of after and summer school programs for students at all of Beaverton public schools. Please Answer the Call for our students!
College & Career Center
Technology
Happy Sunday Staff! This week's newsletter brings you some more super cool information (http://bit.ly/stafftechnews20 ):
What apps come with the Chromebook? Adobe SparkPost
If you have ever used Adobe, you know it is a quality program. Now Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Spark Post are all easily available for students on their Chromebook in the GoogleStore. Adobe Spark can generate awesome graphics, videos, and webpages. Currently, some students are delivering spoken prerecorded presentations modelled on the NPR StoryCorps example. Easy, relevant, and quick to learn you can login and try the web-based version as well right here. AdobeSpark
Kid President is Back!?!?!
If you have never watched a Kid President Video...well, you are missing out. Check out a great one here. Robby Novak and his brother put out a bunch of inspirational videos, and now they are back at it...this time with amazing kids doing amazing stuff as their focus. Check out Episode 1 here.
Speaking of Kid President...Have you ever tried Montague Workshop?
Brad Montague is Kid President’s brother, and he has a delightful endeavor all his own called the Montague Workshop, complete with wonderfully empathetic lesson plans with not only videos, suggested questions, but technology integrations. Check it out here http://bit.ly/montague19
HelpNow
As students begin to see their grades in the gradebook, it becomes apparent that they might need a little extra help. It is a great time to remind them not only about the Writing Labs, Tutoring and Testing Centers, but also about the free homework help they can receive from WCCLS.
Information page about this service.
LIVE online tutoring help from 1 to 10pm daily: Simply select your grade and subject and chat live with someone to get homework help.
Writing Lab: Submit papers and get writing feedback (generally) within 24 hours.
SkillSurfer: This resource provides access to study materials including practice tests, flashcards and test prep materials. This includes AP courses, and the SAT/ ACT!
Reminders
Yearbook and Senior Portrait Information
Student Success Act
Speak Up 4 Student Success: HB 3427 - Student Success Act
The Oregon Legislature passed and the Governor signed the $2 billion Student Success Act (HB 3427) in Spring 2019. This is an historic and much needed investment in K-12 schools. The Beaverton School District could be able to access an estimated $34 million per year through a state application process.
School districts are required to apply for funds, and must engage their community in a needs assessment process prior to the application for funds. We will host a series of Community Conversations - Speak Up 4 Student Success in several locations throughout the BSD. Schools will also be engaging their communities in these conversations during September and October.
Please join us to talk about what student success looks like in the Beaverton School District? What is going well in Beaverton schools? What areas/services/programs could we improve?
Your voice matters! We welcome your perspective and opinion.
Speak Up 4 Student Success Community Conversations offered in English & Spanish:
· Monday, October 21, 2019, at Aloha High School, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (Budget Listening & Learning Session)
For more information, and to complete a BSD Needs Survey, please visit the Student Success Act webpage.
De su Opinión sobre el Éxito Estudiantil: HB 3427 - Ley de Éxito Estudiantil
La Legislatura de Oregon aprobó y el Gobernador firmó la Ley de Éxito Estudiantil de $ 2 billones (HB 3427) en la primavera de 2019. Esta es una inversión histórica y muy necesaria en las escuelas K-12. El Distrito Escolar de Beaverton podría acceder a un estimado de $ 34 millones por año a través de un proceso de solicitud estatal.
Se requiere que los distritos escolares soliciten fondos y deben incluir a su comunidad en un proceso de evaluación de necesidades antes de la solicitud de fondos. Organizaremos una serie de conversaciones comunitarias para qué de su opinión sobre el Éxito Estudiantil, en varios lugares del BSD. Las escuelas también incluirán a sus comunidades en estas conversaciones durante septiembre y octubre.
Por favor, vengan para hablar sobre el éxito estudiantil en el Distrito Escolar de Beaverton. ¿Qué está funcionando bien en las escuelas de Beaverton? ¿Qué áreas, servicios y programas podríamos mejorar?
¡Su voz es importante! Agradecemos su perspectiva y opinión.
Las conversaciones comunitarias para que de su opinión sobre el éxito estudiantil serán en inglés y español:
· Lunes, 21 de octubre de 2019 en Aloha High School, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (Sesión Informativa del Presupuesto)
Para obtener más información y para completar una encuesta de necesidades de BSD, visite la página web Student Success Act
Daily Class/Bell Schedule
Important Phone Numbers and Support Information
Attendance Phone: 503-356-3022
Main Office Phone: 503-356-3020
Counselor Alpha List:
Mr. Baker (A-Caq) patrick_baker@beaverton.k12.or.us
Ms. Budhi (Car-Fo) amanda_budhi@beaverton.k12.or.us
Mr. Shaw (Fr-Ji) tim_shaw@beaverton.k12.or.us
Mr. Rosser (Jk-Mb) forrest_rosser@beaverton.k12.or.us
Dr. Wright (Mc-Pg). megan_wright@beaverton.k12.or.us
Ms. Stremme (Ph-Sr) tanya_stremme@beaverton.k12.or.us
Ms. Pearson (Ss-Z) hope_pearson@beaverton.k12.or.us
Admin Alpha List:
Mrs. Myers (A-Ji) tina_myers@beaverton.k12.or.us
Mrs. Fitzpatrick (Jo-Pg) diane_fitzpatrick@beaverton.k12.or.us
Mr. Westhora (Ph-Z) david_westhora@beaverton.k12.or.us
Other links that may be helpful:
Performing Arts Department
This fabulous season pass is good for one ticket at each of our scheduled productions this year. Reserved seating tickets for the musical will be available to you prior to the general public. Join the Westview High School Performing Arts Department for this wonderful season of shows:
Junie B. Jones Is Not A Crook
The Beaux’ Stratagem
Give My Regards To Broadway
XANADU
The Giver
Annual One-Act Play Festival
Athletics
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Looking forward to a great year!
Email: matthew_pedersen@beaverton.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/schools/westview
Phone: (503)-356-3020
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Twitter: @WestviewCats
We are a community that inspires students to believe in themselves and successfully
advocate for their future goals.