Cougar Update
July 30, 2023
Nov. 5, 2023
No School Monday
There is no school on Monday, Nov. 6th for the end of the trimester. Please have students check their StudentVue to see their 2nd trimester schedule.
Cold Temperature Reminder
Current weather forecasts are predicting cold temperatures this week. Please remind your student to dress warm. If you need assistance getting your student a warm coat and/or gloves please contact the main office. Additionally, please do not drop your student off prior to the building opening at 7:30 am.
Grand Island Public Library Opportunities
Next Thursday, November 9 the Grand Island Public Library has a Mystery Science program for tweens ages 10-13 at 4:30 PM, and during the week of Thanksgiving they have lots of exciting things for kids and teens, including a special evening storytime with the Tri-City Storm!
Upcoming Events
- Nov. 6th - No School
- Nov. 6th - 4:15 pm - 7th Grade Girls Basketball vs. Hastings at Westridge
- Nov. 6th - 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm - Islander Experience at GISH
- Nov. 7th - 4:15 pm - 7th Grade Girls Basketball at Adams Central
- Nov. 7th - 4:15 pm - 8th Grade Girls Basketball vs Adams Central at Westridge
- Nov. 8th - 4:00 pm - 7th Grade D League Girls Basketball at Barr
- Nov. 8th - 4:00 pm - 8th Grade D League Girls Basketball at Westridge
- Nov. 8th - 5:30 pm until 9:00 pm - Nebraska Law Enforcement Training at Westridge
- Nov. 9th - 4:15 pm - 7th Grade Girls Basketball at Columbus
- Nov. 9th - 4:15 pm - 8th Grade Girls Basketball vs Columbus at Westridge
- Nov. 9th - 5:30 pm until 9:00 pm - Nebraska Law Enforcement Training at Westridge
- Nov. 10th - 4:00 pm - Boys Wrestling at Walnut
Reminders
Student IDs
Students are required to have a student ID visible on their upper body at all times when they are in the building. All students will receive a temporary ID and lanyard on the first day of school. They will need to exchange that temporary ID for their permanent ID approximately 1 week after school pictures are taken. If a student forgets their ID they may purchase a temporary sticker ID in the main office for $1. Students may also purchase a new lanyard in the main office for $1. If a student loses their ID they may purchase a new ID and lanyard for $5 in the main office.
Dress for Success
To help ensure we start the year with positive momentum at Westridge, we wanted to share a friendly reminder about the “Dress for Success” district dress code.
Your students deserve to be confident AND prepared while at school. Part of those preparation efforts include dress code.
Apparel must comply with health and safety codes and not detract from learning.
For all students, mid-thigh to top of chest are to be covered while also concealing undergarments.
Approved religious attire or protective headwraps are approved. At this time, due to safety - hoods, caps, bandanas, durags, etc. are not approved to wear while in school buildings.
IDs must be worn and be visible at all times.
Feel free to explore the full dress code policy on the district website HERE and our handy “Dress for Success” flyers in English and Spanish.