South Families,
We are getting closer to the start of school on August 21. I certainly feel this as activity around the school has picked up significantly this week. I am excited to get the year started with all of our students!
My communication today is again meant to give you the basic information you need to start the school year. Much of it are reminders of last week's information. While trying to be repetitive, I do want to continue to highlight important information you need prior to our start. I also encourage you to visit our school website anytime to view our latest updates. And, as always, please feel free to call our main office (440-975-3648) anytime you may need direct assistance. We are here to help and support you!
Sincerely,
Andy Suttell
Principal
New Student Orientation - Sign-Up!
Our Orientation for our 9th grade students or any student new to South High School is on Thursday, August 17, 2023. Student times for the orientation are 1:00 PM, 3:00 Pm or 5:00 PM. It is important that students sign up for a time. If you have not done so already, please use the Student Orientation Sign-up Form to indicate the time you would like to attend.
Parents, later in the evening, we will host a parent orientation at 6:30 PM. ( No sign-up needed)
Orientation will allow students the opportunity to meet administration and counselors, receive an updated schedule, practice lockers, get to know the building and hear other important information. Please plan to attend - we are looking forward to meeting you!
Important Calendar Date/Events
Mark your calendar for these important events during the first few weeks of school:
August 14 Bus/Transportation information available in Powerschool
August 17 New Student Orientation
August 17 New Student - Parent Orientation - 6:30 PM
August 21 First Day of School (First Period begins - 7:45am)
August 30 School Pictures (Details to come)
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
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
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
Message From Mr. Miller - Late Arrival/Early Release and Parking Passes
Parking Permits
Parking permits can be purchased next week Monday through Wednesday from 7:30-2:45 in the main office (regardless of grade). Cost is $20. A copy of your current insurance and all on-line school forms must be completed in order to purchase. The parking application can be found by clicking here, online on the South website, or you can pick one up in the office. Once school begins, permits can be purchased in the main office each day.
Late Arrival/Early Release
If you are eligible for late arrival or early release, you may pick-up a form in the main office and return it ASAP. If you return it before school starts, I will make that change on your schedule and you will be good to go on the first day back. Enjoy your last week of summer break!
Willoughby South Athletics
Tickets and Parking Pass - On Sale Now!
To purchase Student Athletic Passes (good for entire year - every home event), Adult Flex passes (10 adult tickets to any home event) individual game and Football Parking Passes (reserved lot for football games) please visit the South Athletics Ticket Page on our website. If you need any assistance, please contact our Athletic Director, Tom McKinnon at Tom.Mckinnon@weschools.org
Join W-E Schools Community Events
As I shared last week, I truly believe that it is a great time to be a part of the Willoughby-Eastlake Schools! With that in mind, I wanted to highlight two celebratory events in our district that are happening next week.
On August 16 - All W-E families are invited to attend the North BTS Bash.
On August 18, please plan to attend the Community Tailgate and Back to School Kickoff. What a great event to attend before watching our Rebel Football team take on Shaker in the first game of the year at 7:00pm!
Homecoming - Early Information
- Date: September 9, 2023
- Time: 7pm - 10pm (Doors open at 6:45pm)
- Tickets: $20.00 per person (sale information available first week of school)
- Theme: Disco Nights
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