West Side Story 2.0
Thursday, January 12th, 2017
Finals Week Information
The end of the first semester is almost upon us. Here is some important information regarding upcoming schedules, textbook returns, and open lunch expectations.
FINALS SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, January 25th
Students will complete finals for periods 1, 2, 3 and 4.
- Period 1: 8:15-9:35
- Period 2: 9:45-11:05
- Open Lunch: 11:05-12:15
- Period 3: 12:15-1:35
- Period 4: 1:45-3:05
Students will complete finals for periods 5, 6 and 7.
- Period 5: 8:15-9:35
- Period 6: 9:40-11:00
- Period 7: 11:05-12:25
- Open Lunch: 12:25-1:25
- Make-up Tests: 1:25-3:05
TEXTBOOK RETURNS:
Students should return textbooks to the Media Center for classes they are finished with for the year and check out books needed for 2nd semester classes that are new to them before the start of 2nd semester on Monday, January 30th.
OPEN LUNCH EXPECTATIONS:
On both Wednesday and Thursday of finals week, students in grades 9-12 will have an open campus lunch option (see schedule above). If your student plans to leave campus for lunch, please visit with them in advance about your expectations and remind them to demonstrate their BEST behaviors by making good choices, following pedestrian safety procedures, and positively representing Mankato West High School out in our community. Students will need to keep track of time during this open lunch to make sure that they are back in the classroom to take their finals on time. The West cafeteria will also be serving lunch both days (1/25 and 1/26), for students who choose to stay on campus.
OTHER INFORMATION:
- Students must remain in the classroom until the end of the test period. Students are not allowed to leave early.
- Study hall attendance is expected during semester finals. If your student does not need the additional study time that their study hall period provides during semester final days (1/25 and 1/26), a guardian must call West High School at 507-387-2490 to excuse them from that period. Students in the building must report to a classroom or study hall.
- If your student needs to reschedule a final exam, they must speak with Assistant Principal Sherri Blasing or Assistant Principal Brian Hansen in advance to receive permission. This will only be permitted in emergency cases.
- Once finished with finals on Thursday, 1/26, students without tests or work to make up can make transportation arrangements to leave after period 7 (12:25pm) or stay at West in a study hall until the end of the day. The time after lunch on Thursday is dedicated to make-up testing and finishing missing course work. Students must arrange make up testing in advance with their teacher.
- Buses will run on their normal schedule both days (1/25 and 1/26).
Link Crew Hosts Cookies & Cram for Freshman
Monday, Jan 23, 2017, 03:15 PM
Mankato West High School Cafeteria
Checking 2nd Semester Schedules
Students should check their schedules during the week of finals, prior to the start of 2nd semester, as there may have been some changes. Students will still have the classes they registered for, but the class periods may have changed due to balancing numbers in each class.
"We Still Use a Darkroom" Photography Exhibition
Come and take a look at what the Photography classes at West have been working on in this exciting exhibition at The 410 Project art gallery, featuring photographs taken and processed by Mankato West students. As an added bonus, families can have a portrait taken by local photographer Daniel Dinsmore for only $10.
Friday, Jan 13, 2017, 07:00 PM
The 410 Project, South Front Street, Mankato, MN, United States
P4T Social Media Public Service Announcement
APPROACHING DEADLINE: Senior Portraits
First semester is almost over, and the deadlines for submitting senior photos and grad ads are just around the corner. Please review the following information. If you have any questions, please email Meredith Mayra at mmayra1@isd77.k12.mn.us.
If you have not yet taken a photo and are interested in taking one, there is an exciting opportunity this Friday (January 13th) through the Mankato West Photography Exhibit where students (and families) can have their portrait taken by Daniel Dinsmore photography for $10. The event is from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the 410 Project in downtown Mankato.
Senior Photos need to be submitted by Friday, January 20th, 2017. We would love to have a picture for each student. If you do not have a senior photo, please let me know and we will work to try and find a way to take a picture for the yearbook. Options for graduation photo submissions:
[Preferred] Photos can be emailed to Ms. Mayra: mmayra1@isd77.k12.mn.us
Photos can be submitted electronically through the yearbook website. <community.pictavo.com>
Photos can be mailed to Ms. Mayra through the Main Office at Mankato West or hand-delivered to room 210. Please include a SASE (self-addressed, stamped envelope) to ensure photos are returned to you.
[UPDATE] Grad Ads are optional “ads” for your graduating senior. They are 1/8 of a page and will be placed in the 2017 yearbook. The cost is $25.00 and you can include a photo(s) and message to your graduating senior. The deadline for submitting these ads has been changed to Wednesday, March 1st, 2017. You can design and create your own ad by going to our pictavo community web page OR you can submit your photos/message and money directly to Meredith Mayra for a yearbook staff member to design on your behalf.
Further guidelines for senior portraits and directions for submitting both senior portraits and grad ads can be found by visiting our Mankato West Yearbook Website.
Order a Yearbook Today!
Yearbooks are now on sale! Don’t wait to purchase your copy of the 2016-2017 Mankato West High School yearbook. The cost of the yearbook is $55 for a plain book or $60 for a book personalized with your student's name. To order online, please go to www.mankatowestyearbook.com. If you have already purchased your yearbook, thank you!
Coming Soon: Other Important Dates
- Wednesday, January 25th: 1st Semester Finals for Periods 1-4
- Thursday, January 26th: 1st Semester Finals for Periods 5-7
- Friday, January 27th: NO SCHOOL [Teacher Prep/End of 1st Semester]
- Monday, January 30th: Start of 2nd Semester [3rd Quarter)