Raider Nation Review
May 14, 2021
Message from the Raider Nation Principal
Raider Nation Family,
W.E. had a great time celebrating the Class of 2021 this morning at Senior Walks! W.E. were so excited about our seniors having the opportunity to experience this fun tradition.
Senior Sunset is TONIGHT @ WISD Stadium. Gates open at 7:30pm. #RFL
*Be sure to check out: (below)
-May 25th Early Release Schedule
-Chromebook information & details
-Blue-I News Episode 4
*HAGS! (Have A Great Summer!)
Yearbook Distribution is May 14th during English class.
SENIORS will pick up AFTER Senior Walks.
Remote learners can pick up their yearbook during Chromebook drop off May 20, 21 or 24.
***MUST have your ID Badge to pick up your yearbook.***
**Our Graduation 2021 website is live! www.wylieisd.net/graduation It contains information for parents and guests and will be updated as needed.**
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And remember....It's ALWAYS a great day to be alive and a GREAT day to be a Raider!!
#RFL #WErise
-Proud Raider Principal, Mrs. Doolan
*Chromebook Collection coming soon*
We will soon begin collecting Chromebooks. Please ask your student(s) to start gathering their Chromebook items. Below is a list of cost for lost or damaged items. If you have questions, contact Diana Caldwell at diana.caldwell@wylieisd.net.
- 20-21 Chromebook Return Schedule
- 20-21 WISD One To One Chromebook Agreement
- 20-21 Chromebook Repair Cost
Asst. Principal- diana.caldwell@wylieisd.net
Tech Support- brenda.johnson@wylieisd.net
Tech Support- tammy.nguyen@wylieisd.net
*Class of 2022 Information & Newsletter*
(newsletter attached below)
SPC 2022 Monthly Newsletter & Meetings - Most information will be shared with parents via the monthly newsletter. The newsletter will be posted in the Facebook group and in the Raider Review. Occasionally, we will upload or share a video regarding yearbook ads, scholarships, etc. We will NOT be having monthly in person or Facebook Live meetings. If you have questions that are not answered in the newsletter, feel free to email us at wylieeastseniors@gmail.com or ask a question in the comments on the Facebook post. Link to the Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UqGOrVNrC-TDpRfPo_h0f2BQnsC-KHh1/view?usp=sharing
*Athletic Physicals*
*WEHS Blue Print*
The web address is: www.wehsblueprint.com
*NEW Episode! Blue -I News*
Episode 4 - https://youtu.be/-eWHIixcWh8
In this episode, our students cover the following topics:
- Student Clothing Business
- How CTE adapted to Covid
- Talent Show 2021
Episode 3 - https://youtu.be/eU7GRzCsdMA
In this episode, our students cover the following topics:
- Cafeteria Staff
- Baseball Season Preview
- Snow Week
Episode 2 -- https://youtu.be/ttcG-EPE1tk
In this episode, our students cover the following topics:
- Black History Month
- Freaky Friday – Behind The Scenes
- Girls Basketball
Episode 1-- https://youtu.be/c9YyOU_wfvE
In this episode, our students cover the following topics:
- How CTE teachers adjusted to Covid
- Yearbook
- Construction Update
- Boys Volleyball
*Upcoming Events*
May
5/14-Senior Sunset @ Wylie ISD Stadium
5/15-Theatre Awards @ 7:00-WEHS
5/15-Band Gala Awards & Dance @ 6:00-WEHS
5/17-FFA Awards Dinner @ 6:00-Victory Church, Allen
5/17-Wrestling Celebration @ 6:30-Cafeteria-WEHS
5/17-Softball Awards Banquet @ 6:00-Media Center-WEHS
5/17-NTHS Awards @ 6:00-Auditorium-WEHS
5/21-Choir Banquet @ 6:30-WEHS
5/24-Baseball Awards Ceremony @ 7:00-WEHS
5/25-Last Day of School/Early Release Day
**5/28-Class of 2021 Graduation @ WISD Stadium**
Student Support Advocates @ WEHS
**Mrs. Combest serves Students A-K Kim.Combest@wylieisd.net
**Mrs. Roberts serves Students L-Z DanaS.Roberts@wylieisd.net
*UPDATED April 30--- Upcoming College Events & Job Opportunities*
**Job Opportunities**
QuikTrip (QT)
Hiring Store Clerks
Text “Apply” to QTJobs
Or apply online at www.quiktrip.com/jobs
Must be 16.
Workforce Solutions
Youth Career Services
Career Exploration Events
Career Readiness Tools
Tuition Support
Internships & Apprenticeships
Work Programs & Services
https://dfwjobs.com/careerseeker
Summer Discovery
Pre-College Programs
Program Catalog here
More news from our Wylie East Counselors!
https://sites.google.com/apps.wylieisd.net/wylie-east-counseling-center/home
Follow us on social media!! #RFL
Facebook:
Raider Nation Principal
Wylie East Counseling
Twitter:
@WEHS_Raiders
@EASTCounseling
Many of our student groups/organizations also have their own pages they use to communicate specific details about their groups/organizations. Please ask your sponsor for these page names.
*Attendance Information*
Have you looked at your student’s attendance in Skyward and wondered what all of the codes mean? Do you have questions about attendance? Check out this quick-reference guide for help!
Need help with technology?
Please use the following link for assistance: https://wylieisd.incidentiq.com/guest/CWP6DVS3/remote-help#top
There is a team ready to support YOU!!
** UPDATED---Senior 2021 News**
**SENIORS-- Starting Monday, May 17th, you will need to log into your 2nd Period Google Classroom and complete the assignment each day (May 17th - 21st).
Please continue to read your emails and be on the lookout for my last Class of 2021 video.
Graduation details coming soon! Stay tuned!!
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Alright, Class of 2021!
Here’s the 2nd Senior video message: https://youtu.be/1fWAERIN770
AND
Class of 2021 newsletter- 2nd Edition: https://www.smore.com/5nyaq
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**Senior parent meeting**
A pre-recorded video is available on YouTube for you to watch at your convenience. This meeting has important dates for the remaining semester. https://youtu.be/NQd1t-wtMko
**Senior Spring event dates**
May 14 - Senior sunset; last day of in person classes, Senior walk, last day for final senior grades
May 18 - Class of 2021 field trip to Strike+Reel
May 28 - Graduation
Class of 2021 Facebook group:
All parents and students from the Wylie East class of 2021 are invited to join our Facebook page @Wylie East Class of 2021. There are two security questions that require your response when you join. The security questions are to ensure we're communicating with Wylie East High School seniors only as we share detailed information on this site and want to avoid confusion with other schools or classes. This group is where seniors and parents can have discussions and ask questions about senior year.
*Class of 2022*
Class of 2022 Facebook group:
All parents and students from the Wylie East class of 2022 are invited to join our Facebook page @WEHS Class of 2022. There are two security questions that require your response when you join. The security questions are to ensure we're communicating with Wylie East High School seniors only as we share detailed information on this site and want to avoid confusion with other schools or classes. This group is where seniors and parents can have discussions and ask questions about senior year. We do our best to filter as much information to you as possible about senior year. We are not school employees, but a sub-committee of the Wylie East PTSA who are here to help you navigate senior year!
If you have any questions, please email WylieEastSeniors@gmail.com.
*Raider Nation Virtual Events*
*Celebrate the Arts: Virtual Art Show*
*Percussion Concert Video*
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP3PouJo9nHUmTr2MP4sfblRiebHZbgL4
College Panel Video Link: https://youtu.be/7kopKFPbpwc
Raider Christmas Card-- "Oh dear, what a crazy year! We’re sending Christmas love this holiday season from a safe distance." Love, Wylie East High School Raiders https://youtu.be/-dCq-oUkItI
'Tis the Season!" Raider Choir Winter Concert
(short) https://www.wevideo.com/view/1972720013
(full length) https://www.wevideo.com/view/1968521959
NHS Induction Ceremony: https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/8cF8CmZPKRTnGExsG_fmM?domain=drive.google.com
Theatre Production: COVID Collective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twCAWayaC7Q
Raider Nation Choir Concert: Go the Distance https://youtu.be/5-avgHzzYUY
HOCO Pep Rally 10/9: https://youtu.be/JzO9lvh08r4
1st EVER Virtual Pep Rally 9/25: https://youtu.be/DYg-vSv2Usw