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Principal's Update

Principal's Update

MPA's Solo and Ensemble

This year students participated in MPA's Solo and Ensemble. Solo and Ensemble is an assessment for individual students and/or small groups. The Adjudicator rates based on tone quality, technical preparation, and musical effect.

The Vocal Academy had a number of students receive superior ratings, which is the highest achievement possible to earn scoring A's in all three categories. If you see these students please congratulate them!


Chianne Stanley

Lauren Lockwood

Sarah Senior
Rylie Cohen

Samatha Serfaty

Jada Jean Joseph

Florida All-State Bands!

Congratulations to the following three West Boca band students who were selected to participate in the Florida All-State Bands!


Angie Stancampiano - Flute in the All State Concert Band

Sophie Li - Oboe in the All State Symphonic Band

Daniel Silva - Trombone in the All State Jazz Band


They will head up to Tampa in January to perform alongside the top student musicians in the State.

Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County & Adult Ed

On Thursday, November 14th, the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County along with Palm Beach County Department of Adult and Community Ed Welcomed Award Winner's; A special congratulations to West Boca's own Maia Titova on her hard work and recognition!!

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BULLSEYE NEWSPAPER
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New Business Sponsors – Thank You!!

2024-2025 PTSA Board

Gabriele Bauer, President

Adriana Salcedo, Vice President

Viviane Jardim, Treasurer

Orshi Galantai, Secretary

Business Sponsorship Opportunity
Visit https://westbocaptsa.memberhub.com/store or email ptsawestboca@gmail.com for more information.

Because we can do more together, than apart!
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Do you want to learn more about yourself and what careers match your skills and interests?

Then sign-up to take the ASVAB on November 21st at 7:30 am. The ASVAB Career Exploration Program includes a validated aptitude test and interest assessment. The results are used to guide career exploration using their career planning tools.

Complete the Google Form to register. https://forms.gle/2FL75gJs7rq1ZK4f9

The free and reduced lunch has an exception- Cambridge AICE Tests are not included. We still encourage everyone to do the paperwork though if they are eligible.

SAT/ACT Fee Waivers - SAT and ACT offer a test fee waiver program to eligible students that covers the regular registration cost of the exam. To determine eligibility, you must complete the survey at this link EVERY YEAR, so please visit the link today. Once you receive your eligibility letter, please contact your child's school counselors for your waiver.

Emails sent with important testing information will always have IMPORTANT in the subject line. Please be sure to read them! Please email cassandra.bray@palmbeachschools.org for the fastest response to your testing questions. We hope you have a great year!

Understanding Your Digital PSAT/NMSQT Scores

PSAT Scores

PSAT Scores are now available through the student's collegeboard account.

For more information understanding your scores, please click on the links below.

PSAT NMSQT Understanding Scores for Students & Families

PSAT NMSQT Score Information


Understanding Your Digital PSAT/NMSQT Score Report Video

FAFSA Workshop for Senior Students & their Families

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is scheduled to open on December 1st, 2024. West Boca High School will be hosting a FAFSA Workshop with TRIO Educational Opportunity Centers on December 5th at 6pm in the Media Center for 12th grade students & their families. This is a great opportunity if you need help completing this form.


In order to attend, you must RSVP through the link below (one response per family) and students and parents must create their FSA ID at least 5 days in advance. Please also make sure you bring the necessary documents. See links below.

Spots are limited so do not wait.

LINKS:


RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/Kcd79ARvY4Nbtddo8

FAFSA Information: https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/fafsa-support

Documents Needed to fill out FAFSA: https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/filling-out#documents

Create your FSA ID: https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch

Submitting Community Service Hours through SIS

Students can now submit their community service hours through SIS. Students must complete the entire form and upload supporting documentation in order to get approved.


Please see attachment for further information.

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Bright Futures

Attention Seniors, the Bright Futures application is now open. Please make sure you apply by August 31, 2025 in order to qualify. It will only take about 10 minutes so please do not wait. You are able to apply and continue testing until August 31, 2025. Even if you plan on attending out of state, please make sure you apply as you are eligible for up to 5 years after you graduate high school.

School Counselling

  • Our mission as counselors is to provide services for students to meet their academic, career, and social/emotional needs. We also aim to create a nurturing and safe environment by creating inclusive spaces and advocating for diversity. This is accomplished through collaboration with parents/guardians, staff, and community members to ensure the success and achievement of all our students

GUIDANCE
School Counselors are available during lunch and most mornings at 7:15 to meet with students. Students are encouraged to email their counselor with questions and to make an appointment.

YEARBOOK NEWS:

-Yearbooks are currently on sale on yearbookordercenter.com using the school code 831. The cost is $90, and prices will increase on 1/1.


-Senior Tribute Ads are now on sale and can be purchased and created on yearbookordercenter.com using the school code 831. Ad sales end on January 12th.


SENIORS: The deadline to have your photo taken and included in the yearbook is December 13th. If you have not taken or scheduled your photo, please do so ASAP with Cady Studios.


If you have any questions or concerns, please email Mrs. Tomaszewski at rachel.tomaszewski@palmbeachschools.org or stop by 4-213.

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WB ATHLETICS
Any student who is interested in participating in athletics must have a completed athletic packet before they try out. Completed Athletic packets should be turned in as soon as possible to your Coach.

EVENT RULES


  • All persons, bags, and vehicles may be subject to search
  • Clear bags ONLY inside the stadium. Large purses and other bags are prohibited
  • NO Re-entry. If you exit you cannot return
  • NO admittance after halftime
  • No loitering outside the stadium or in parking areas
  • Exit the stadium immediately at the conclusion of the game
  • No outside food or beverages may be brought into the stadium
  • Unruly conduct, disruptive behavior, use of profane, obscene or abusive language of any type will result in immediate removal from the event
  • In the event of an emergency, follow all instructions provided by law enforcement or school staff
WorldStrides Galapagos Travel Program

This trip will be epic!

Sign up at www.worldstrides.com/register or call us at 1-800-468-5899

You'll need your Trip ID: 214252

Email Jacklyn.Carryl@palmbeachschools.org if you have any questions.

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