Rebel Review
September 1, 2023
Principal Message
South Families,
I hope everyone is able to get in one last long summer weekend! Even though we have been in school for a couple of weeks, the Labor Day weekend will always feel like the real end of summer for me Hope you enjoy it!
Our week will be busy as we host Open House. Open House provides a chance for you to meet your child's teachers and hear about their courses. In addition, Dr. Ward, our superintendent, will be be holding a Coffee Talk, that evening. I hope you are able to attend our Open House Evening Next week is also our Homecoming Week. Students will have some fun with some "Spirit Days", the football game on Friday, and the Dance on Saturday evening. These events will certainly bring much excitement to the building this week. I look forward to celebrating the week with our students!
Have a great week!
Sincerely,
Andy Suttell
Principal
Important Calendar Date/Events
Mark your calendar for these important events during the first few weeks of school:
September 4 Labor Day - No School
September 6 Parent Open House - 6:00 PM (Details to come)
September 8 Homecoming Football Game
September 9 Homecoming Dance - at South High School (Details Below)
September 27 Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:30 - 7:30pm
October 2-6 North/South Spirit Week
October 13 NEOEA Day - No School
October 18 End of First Quarter
Open House - Wednesday, September 6
Open House Schedule
First Period 6:00pm - 6:10pm
Second Period 6:15pm - 6:22pm
Third Period 6:27pm - 6:34pm
Fourth Period 6:39pm - 6:46pm
Fifth Period 6:51pm - 6:58pm
Sixth Period 7:03 - 7:10pm
Seventh Period 7:15pm - 7:22pm
Eighth Period 7:27pm - 7:34pm
Open Class Visits 7:35pm - 8:00pm
I will send out a reminder with this information on Tuesday evening as well.
Superintendent Open House Coffee Talk - September 6
Dr. Ward, our superintendent will also be available in our media center beginning at 6:30 to host a coffee talk. Please plan to stop by and discuss with Dr. Ward the future direction of our district.
Rebel Express - South High Spirit Shop
Rebels Express, the South High Spirit Shop, would like to welcome everyone back to school!
Our store is now open for business online and in-person.
Our in-person hours will be Thursday & Fridays during lunch periods.
We will be open in the evening on September 6th during Open House from 6pm- 8 pm
You can place an online order and pickup in the main office from 7-3. We can also send your order home with your student. The online website is : https://rebelexpress.square.site/
Please follow us on social media to stay updated on new items, special promotions and store hours.
Instagram: @rebels_express
X (Twitter) : @RebsSchoolStore
Facebook : Rebels Express Spirit Shop
We look forward to seeing you!
Homecoming Spirit Week and Dance!
Next Week is Homecoming Spirit Week. Don't forget to show your spirit each day! HOCO Spirit Days 2023
The Homecoming Dance is Saturday September 9, 2023. Doors will open at 6:45 pm that night with the dance occurring from 7 pm until 10 pm. Tickets will go on sale next week. Tickets will be on sale during all lunch periods and after school on the following days: August 31, September 1, September 5, September 6, and September 7. Tickets will also be on sale the evening of September 6 from 6 pm - 8 pm during Open House. Tickets are $20 each - cash or check will be accepted. Attached below, you will find a copy of the Homecoming Guest Approval Form that must be completed in order to purchase a ticket for a student that does not attend South High School. Forms can also be found in the main office. Tickets will NOT be sold Friday September 8. If you have any questions please email Mrs. Vilk.
Senior Graduation Information - Josten's
Attention Seniors
During today's Senior meeting, Josten's passed our cap and gown and graduation ordering information. If you were unable attend this meeting, please stop by the office next week to pick up your ordering information.
10th Grade - Class Ring Information
Attention 10th Graders!
During Today's 10th Grade meeting Josten's passed our information about ordering class rings. Please stop by the main office next week to pick up a packet if you wish to order a class ring.
Senior Guidance Inforamtion
Guidance Counselors will be in Senior English classrooms in mid-September to explain Naviance (for jobs and colleges), the application process, college rep visits, and FAFSA.
Lakeland College is hosting the Lakeland College Fair on October 8 where many of these questions will also be addressed.
Crossroads Health Services
If you believe your child is experiencing challenges in terms of their mental well-being, it is important to reach out to your principal. To meet your child’s needs, it’s essential to collaborate with the principal and school personnel to explore resources and services available at school. In addition to Crossroads Counselors, the District also has family liaisons and guidance counselors who can provide needed interventions and support.
Crossroads Informational Letter and Opt Out Form
Rebel Families /Savers FUNdrive - September 15!
Raise funds for Rebel Families by Reclaiming your closets!
Bag and box following the directions below.
- Let us know what you are bringing so we can plan
- Then bring it to us September 15th, 5:00 PM - 08:00 PM @ South Parking lot .
- Can't make it to the drop off date? Contact wsrebelmoms@gmail.com and we will figure out you to get it from you!
Please use:
- bags for clothes and textiles
- boxes for small household goods.
Items to donate:
- Clothes - men's women's and children's clothes, coats, shoes scarves, handbags, wallets, fashion accessories, ties, belts, backpacks....etc.
- Household Textiles - bedding, comforters, blankets, sheets, towels, linen, tablecloths, pillows...etc.
- Small Household Goods - kitchen items (such as pots/pans. dishes, silverward, glasses, serving pieces, hand-help appliances) home decorative items, knick-knacks, toys, games, and small electronics
PowerSchool - Settings and Alerts
PowerSchool is the official gradebook and attendance record for our school. From the Parent Portal, you are able to set alerts for low or missing assignments, as well as tardy and absent alerts to keep account for period to period attendance of your child. Please take advantage of these settings and alert features.
With today's closure, it is also a good idea to check you notification settings in the Parent Portal to ensure you are receiving school and district closing notifications and other information.
Below are links for PowerSchool to assist you. If you need any further help getting set up with the Parent Portal - please call our office.
Quick Reminders!
Attendance
- Anytime a student is absent, the office needs to verify that student's attendance. If you know your child will be absent, tardy or leaving early, please call the office attendance lines. The ouor office will not have to call you! If we know you are picking them up - you do not have to come into the building. Students will come out at the time you have requested pickup. Thanks for helping us keep our students safe.
- Attendance Line - 440-283-2180
- Late/Early Line - 440-975-3652
- Main Office Line - 440975-3648
Chromebooks
- Chromebooks are an expected school supply each day. Please help students establish a routine to come to school each day with a fully charged Chromebook.
Repeated/Past Important Information
Guidance Counselors and Schedule Information
At this point, you should be able to view your schedule in Powerschool. If you are experiencing difficulties accessing Powerschool or any other problem with your schedule, please contact your counselor directly. Please be mindful that there are many factors that go into changing student schedules at this point, your counselors will work to do the best they can, but there are situations where we simply do not change schedules as we are this close to the school year.
Guidance Counselors
Mrs. Allison Grant; Student with Last Names A to G: Alison.Grant@weschools.org
Mrs. Celeste Duffy: Students with Last Name H to O: Celeste.Duffy@weschools.org
Ms. Virginia Joyce: Students with Last Name P to Z: Virginia.Joyce@weschools.org
South High Administration
As a reminder, the administrative team at South is eager to work with you and our students to support student success in any way. If you have any questions, please feel free to email the appropriate grade level administrator:
Mr. Andy Suttell, Principal: andrew.suttell@weschools.org
Mr. David Miller, 11th and 12th Grade Principal: david.miller@weschools.org
Ms. Jennifer Neumeyer, 9th and 10th Grade Principal: jennifer.neumeyer@weschools.org
Showing the Rebel Way All Day
We will begin to focus our students on behavior that help them keep their focu on their learning and the instruction of their teachers. As we begin the year, students will hear about the Rebel Way. Three easy ways to exhibit the Rebel way are the following:
Showing the Rebel Way All Day:
Show up on time - To school and EVERY class. Parents can set alert settings in PowerSchool for notifications when a student's period attendance does not match their daily attendance. Put away all personal technology in class - No cell phones or earbuds while in the classroom. Please remove earbuds from the ears during class. Cell phones/headphones are allowed to be used quietly in Lunch, full period study halls, and the hallway between periods. Pictures/video ARE NOT PERMITTED:in restrooms, locker rooms, or any area where there is “reasonable expectation of privacy,” nor in classrooms or of unsuspecting persons. Be cognizant of what is in the background of your pictures and videos regardless of where you are! Check your dress - No hoods or ski masks on in the building. You may wear a baseball or beanie cap if desired. Please express your personal style without the use of see through or revealing clothing. Attire with profane, vulgar, or drug/vape/alcohol references will not be permitted at any time. Undergarments should not be showing.
South Clinic Reminder - Senior Immunization Information
Seniors are required by law to provide proof of MCV4/meningococcal meningitis vaccination. It is very important that you submit updated immunization information to our clinic via fax (440-975-3645), or hard copy (return to clinic ). If you have any questions, please email them to our School Nurse at eileen.krancevic@weschools.org.
Join Our Boosters!
Willoughby South High School has 3 phenomenal Booster Organizations that support the students!
- Our BAND BOOSTERS support our Rebel music and band programs
- Our REBEL FAMILIES support our Rebel academic programs and provide scholarships
- Our ATHLETIC BOOSTERS support our Rebel athletics teams
Please support these fine organizations! They volunteer their time to give back to our kids in so many ways!
District Reminders
Bussing Information: The radius for school transportation widens from Middle School to High School. Transportation information will be listed in PowerSchool Parent Portal on August 14th. Transportation can be reached at (440) 975-3736.
School Fees, Lunch Accounts & Free/Reduced Lunch Application: Manage student meal accounts & Apply for free and reduced meals at https://www.weschools.org/PayForIt.aspx
Open Positions at W-E Schools
Check out the Employment page to find opportunities for joining the Willoughby-Eastlake team: https://www.weschools.org/AssistantSuperintendent.aspx