CB West High School
West Times Newsletter 3.26.18
CB West is Alive with the Sound of Music
Congratulations to the entire cast and crew of The Sound of Music. The performances this weekend were phenomenal! We appreciate your hard work and dedication to the arts and for making CB West proud.
News from the Guidance Office
District College Fair
The District College Fair, originally scheduled for Wednesday, March 21, was cancelled due to inclement weather. If the Fair can be rescheduled, we will advertise the new date on the West calendar, on the Website, and through school announcements. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.
Alternate local College Fair: Students are welcome to attend the PACAC Main Line Regional College Fair on Monday, April 9, 2018, from 6-9pm, at the Valley Forge Casino Resort, 1160 1st Ave., King of Prussia, PA 19406. Registration NOT required. For more information, visit PACAC.
Scholarships for Seniors listed in Naviance
There are many local scholarships available to graduating seniors, recognizing achievement in academics, leadership, athletics, community service, and more! All active scholarships and awards are listed in Naviance (Click the “Colleges” Tab, then scroll down to click “Scholarship List.”). By clicking on the name of the scholarship, you can find the description of the award, directions for submission, and the deadlines. Good luck!
Summer/Enrichment Programs listed in Naviance
Many summer programs for rising Juniors and Seniors are listed in Naviance (Click “College” tab, and under “College Research” section, click “Enrichment Programs”). Programs vary from STEM classes to research projects to fashion camps to performing arts opportunities. Check them out today!
Military Information Night
Join us for the 7th annual Military Information Night on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at 7pm at CB East (Cafeteria). There will be representatives from all of the major military branches, the US Air Force Academy, US Naval Academy, US Military Academy, US Coast Guard Academy, US Merchant Marine Academy, as well as ROTC representatives, and congressional liaisons.
Keystone Testing Information
Below is important information about Keystone Assessments for the 2017-18 school year:
Regarding Winter Testing from December 2017 and January 2018:
If your child participated in Literature, Algebra 1, or Biology Keystone Assessments in December or January, their Best Score for each test is now updated in Parent Portal. Please note, you will not be able to see your student's score for each testing date or for each individual module. Individual score reports (which reports their scores from the Winter Testing dates) will be distributed through your student’s advisory the week of April 16th.
Regarding Spring Testing in May 2018:
Students currently enrolled in English 10, Algebra 1, or Biology will be administered the corresponding Keystone Assessment(s) during the month of May:
Literature
Blocks 1 and 3
May 14 and May 15
Literature
Blocks 2 and 4 (flipped schedule)
May 16 and May 17
Algebra 1 and Biology
Blocks 1 and 3
May 21 and May 22
Algebra 1 and Biology
Blocks 2 and 4 (flipped schedule)
May 23 and May 24
Additional information will be available on the CBW Keystone Assessment Webpage at http://www.cbsd.org/Page/25869. This webpage includes resources to help students prepare for the assessments.
State Assessment Proficiency Requirements:
Currently, PDE requires students in the class of 2020 and beyond to have reached proficiency on each of the three Keystone Exams prior to graduation. Students will be scheduled to retest if proficiency is not reached on the first attempt. We will continue to monitor and communicate any information from PDE pertaining to this graduation requirement.
Keystone Retake Procedures:
Typically, students are invited to retest the following school year when scheduled for their next math, English, or science course. However, if students who tested in December or January would like to schedule a May retest, please contact Mr. Hoffman at dhoffman@cbsd.org.
ePrep
The Central Bucks School District offers a standardized testing prep system, ePrep, to all its students. This free web-based program helps students prepare for the PSAT, SAT and ACT. There are practice tests, test-taking tips, and instructional videos that explain how to do the problem(s) that may have been answered incorrectly during the practice session. The link is http://www.eprep.com.
All CB West sophomores have been registered with accounts. They should log in with their CBSD student email and the password eprep2017. Juniors and seniors who are interested in accessing ePrep but do not have an account should contact Ms. Graney in the CB West Library for an account.
Yearbooks
Don't forget to reserve your child an Antler yearbook for this school year - books can be reserved until May 12th. After that, they will only be sold on a first come, first serve basis. You can order books online at www.jostens.com or by filling out an order form, available on the Antler website.
Military Information Night
FEAST
FEAST again will be providing home cooked meals.
The distribution date is Saturday, 3/31.
Pick up will be at the Warrington Firehouse
2310 Freedoms Way
Warrington, PA
In addition to meals, FEAST is able to offer Easter Baskets while supplies last.
MBIT - NOCTI Assessments
APRIL 9 – Senior MBIT Students - NOCTI
One of the program requirements for the Middle Bucks Institute of Technology is the completion of the NOCTI, which is a national end-of-program assessment given to each senior who is a program completer. Click HERE for more details about April 9.
GOOD NEWS ABOUT CB WEST STUDENTS
Jazz Festival
On Friday, March 9, members of the CB West Jazz Ensemble One and Jazz Ensemble Two performed at the CB South Jazz Festival.
Performing in the A-Class, Jazz Two earned a rating of “Outstanding” and was awarded the “Best Saxophone Section” recognition for their Class. Performing in the Open-Class, Jazz One earned a rating of “Superior” and was awarded the “Best Rhythm Section” recognition for their Class.
Matthew Oriente, Maxwell Du, and Drew Insley all received “Best Soloist” Awards for their performances.
Title 1 Night
On Monday, March 19, students from CB South and CB West went to Groveland Elementary to assist with Title I Night. The students helped set up in the cafeteria and babysat elementary students while their parents attended the presentation. Our students were able to serve as interpreters for Spanish-speaking parents and students and played games to keep all of the students entertained. Our students did an outstanding job, and many of them seemed like experienced teachers as they led activities like Simon Says, Pictionary and math-based games.
Percussion and Color Guard
Congratulations to the Central Bucks West Indoor Percussion Ensemble who earned a 2nd Place, Silver Medal finish in the Cavalcade of Bands Indoor Percussion Championships at Wilson HS this past weekend. Congratulations to the combined East/West Indoor Color Guard for also earning a 2nd Place, Silver Medal finish in their division at the Indoor Color Guard Championship festival at Wilson HS.
Our students and staff are to be congratulated on another exceptional season. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!
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Location: 375 West Court Street, Doylestown, PA, United States
Phone: 267.893.2500
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