Important Numbers
Main Office – 993-7800
Student Services Office – 993-7830
Attendance Hotline – 993-7845 Please call this number to report an absence
Spanish Interpreter – 993-7840
Oficina Principal – 993-7800
Oficina de Los Consejeros – 993-7830
Línea de Asistencia 24 horas al día – 993-7845 Por favor,
Intérprete de español – 993-7840
Attendance
You can leave a message at anytime. Staff listens to messages and processes them in the order that they are received, so it is suggested to allow at least 30 minutes of time before you need your student released.
Students need to stay in their class until the pass is delivered to them.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Gracias a aquellos de ustedes que están llamando a la línea de asistencia al 993-7845 para reportar una ausencia.
Puede dejar un mensaje en cualquier momento. El personal escucha los mensajes y los procesa en el orden en que se reciben, por lo que se sugiere que permita al menos 30 minutos de tiempo antes de que necesite liberar a su estudiante.
Los estudiantes deben permanecer en su clase hasta que se les entregue el pase.
Gracias por su cooperación.
Bell Schedule
Below you will find an image of our Bell Schedule.
-Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 7:40am-2:40pm school day.
-Thursdays are Late Start Thursdays 8:40-2:40 school day.
Busses run normally on late start days - there is no change in the pick up times on late start days.
Students will arrive to school and will be directed to go to the bridge, the gym or the cafeteria until the 8:30 bell rings. All students will then be released to their 2nd block classes that will begin at 8:40am.
Important Upcoming Dates
10/7 - Odd Block Schedule
10/8 - Even Block Schedule
10/9 - Odd Block Schedule
10/10 - Late Start/Even Block Schedule
10/11 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day
10/14 - NO SCHOOL - Professional Learning Day
10/15 - Odd Block Schedule
10/16 - All Class Schedule (10th and 11th - National Testing option - all other students regular schedule)
10/17 - Late Start /Even Block Schedule
10/16 - Parent Teacher Conferences 5-8pm
10/18 - No School for Students - Conferences
10/21 - Odd Block Schedule
10/21 - PTSA Meeting 6:30pm.
10/22 - Even Block Schedule
10/23 - All Block Schedule
10/24 - Even Block Schedule
10/25 - Odd Block Schedule
10/28 - Yearbook Photo Retakes
10/31 - Safe Trick-or-Treat 6-7:30pm (West student leaders will organize and implement for elementary students in our feeder pattern.
Our SM West calendar is linked in the smswest.smsd.org website under "Calendar."
Adjusted Bell Schedule
Please see our adjusted bell schedule days below for the next two weeks.
Week of 10/7-10/11:
Mon: Odd block
Tues: Even block
Wed: Odd block
Thurs: Even block
Fri: No students (teacher work day)
Week of 10/14-10/18:
Mon: No students (teacher professional learning)
Tues: Odd block
Wed: All-period day (PSAT, Junior ACT, etc.) & evening parent/teacher conferences
Thurs: Even block
Friday: No students (Parent/teacher conferences)
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent teacher conferences are:
Wednesday, October 16:
5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in West HS Cafeteria, main gym, and auxiliary gym.
Open, 5-10 minute conferences & check-ins with staff.
Friday, October 18:
7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Skyward-scheduled conferences in West HS teacher classrooms (maps available on site).
Scheduled, 15 minute conferences, pre
Staff lunch break from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. where no conferences will be scheduled.
If you plan to visit parent teacher conferences on Friday, 10/18, please follow the simple and specific directions contained in this slides presentation to sign up for specific teacher conference time slots.
Although we will still take walk-in conferences on Friday, there may be significant delays and/or lack of availability for some teachers due to their pre-scheduled Skyward conferences. You can begin signing up for teacher conference time slots at your convenience from now until conferences.
Transportation - DS Bus Lines - ROSTER CHECK
Dear Parents/Guardians,
During the week of October 7th, DS Bus Lines, the district’s transportation service provider, will implement roster checks in order to verify accurate counts of riders registered and receiving transportation services. For any student riders not yet registered for transportation, please note that parents will be contacted by school offices to arrange alternative (parent provided) transportation.
To arrange bus transportation for your child, please contact DS Bus Lines at 913-384-1190.
Thank you!
Blake Revelle, Principal
Estimados padres / tutores,
Durante la semana del 7 de octubre, el proveedor de servicios de transporte del distrito DS Bus Lines, implementará controles de lista para verificar los números exactos de los estudiantes inscritos y que reciben servicios de transporte. Tenga en cuenta que para cualquier estudiante que aún no se haya registrado para el transporte, las oficinas de la escuela se comunicarán con los padres para organizar el transporte alternativo (proporcionado por los padres).
Para organizar el transporte en autobús para su hijo, comuníquese con DS Bus Lines al 913-384-1190.
¡Gracias!
Sign up for Textcaster Alerts here to receive text messages when a bus is delayed more than 10 minutes. This is very convenient during times of bad weather.
Contact DS Bus Lines at 913-384-1190 with any questions.
El pago debe ser recibido antes del 22 de julio de 2024 para recibir el descuento.
Regístrese aquí para recibir alertas deTextcaster Alerts here para recibir mensajes de texto cuando un autobús se retrase más de 10 minutos. Esto es muy conveniente en tiempos de mal tiempo..
Comuníquese con DS Bus Lines al 913-384-1190 si tiene alguna pregunta.
Picture Retakes
Inter-State Studios will be onsite at SM West on Monday, Oct. 28th for picture retakes. If your student was absent for the original picture days and needs to have a photo taken, or if you were wanting a new picture taken, please have your student report to the library at some point on this date.
Graduation Updates
-Important Dates for Seniors:
Families and students should review the Important Information Page :
Important Information - English version
Important Information - Spanish version
Seniors need to complete the google form:
GRADUATION GOOGLE FORM
Parents/guardians - complete your order from Josten’s.
Please watch the short “How To” order video for important information on how to order graduation products!
HOW TO VIDEO: https://teamjostens.com/smw
ONLY REQUIRED PURCHASE IS THE CAP/GOWN/STOLE/TASSEL - $35
Please view these instructions on how to order JUST the CAP/GOWN UNIT
PTSA Senior Scholarships due by OCT. 31
Seniors - PTSA has a set aside some money to provide seniors with scholarships for their post high school schooling. Only seniors that are PTSA members are eligible and you must apply for the scholarship by Oct. 31st.
Application: SM West PTSA Senior Scholarship Document 2024-2025-application check off.pdf
If you/your student is planning on taking the ACT this year, then you might be interested in the Power Prep Program.
Positive Change
Hey West Students!
In order to make a positive change to our school climate and culture, SMW staff is rolling out prizes for students who get caught doing something positive! There are lots of ways to get caught, in and outside of class. Students will earn a certificate and their name in a drawing for a major prize. Let’s get caught doing something positive!
Notes from Nurse:
If you received an email about needed immunizations, please get the vaccines completed and the record from your provider to the Nurses Office by October 16th, 2024.
JCDHE is hosting an immunization clinic for the following:
7th and 11th graders who need:
Tdap
MCV
Any student needing Hepatitis A
Friday, October 11 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Olathe office. Students are not in school this day.
Vaccine Clinic
Catch-up Vaccination Clinic Flyer (English and Spanish).pdf
You can send the immunization record in with your student to turn into the Nurses Office or email them to amyhall356@smsd.org
Tell your neighbors/friends..... There is an upcoming SM West Cheer Camp.
Community Mental Health Forum
Thursday, October 10 5:30pm SMW Library
Let's Talk: A Community Mental Health Forum
You're invited to attend Let's Talk: A Community Mental Health Forum. This semi-annual gathering is designed to create an open and supportive space for discussing mental health topics that matter to our community.
Technology and social media can profoundly impact teen mental health. While these tools can connect and empower, they can also lead to anxiety, comparison and isolation. On World Mental Health Day, October 10, 2024, we will come together to talk about technology and its multifaceted impact on teen mental health. This conversational event will include a moderated discussion panel of teen and adult advocates, followed by a series of round-table discussions between teens and community members.
Please save the date and join us in conversation. Let's Talk about mental health together!
This event is FREE, but please RSVP to save your spot!
Thank you to Shawnee Mission West and the Shawnee Mission School District for allowing us to host our community forum in the Shawnee Mission West library. They are dedicated advocates for mental health and suicide prevention initiatives across our community and have been champions of Zero Reasons Why from the very beginning. We couldn't be more excited to partner with them for this event!
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Zero Reasons Why is a teen-led storytelling and community mobilization campaign to remove the stigma of mental health and prevent teen suicide. Learn more about the campaign at zeroreasonswhy.org
Performance Arts Newsletter
Here is the most recent issue of the Performing Arts September Newsletter.
Senior Sizzle Fundraiser
The Flock is back! Where will they land? For only $20, you can pick where they should land! Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior? The Flamingos are not picky!
For $100, you can buy Flock Insurance to ensure they won't land at your house!
Proceeds support the Class of 2025 Senior Sizzle Grad Night.
Donate to Send the Flock: https://smwest.givebacks.com/store/items/1078138
Yearbook Information and Senior Tribute Orders
Yearbook orders and senior tribute orders
FOR ALL PARENTS- yearbook orders
Make sure you have reserved your student’s copy of the 2025 Saga yearbook! Yearbooks are $55 and you can pay with your school fees, or you can order online HERE. After Feb. 14, the price will increase to $70, and they will be available on a first-come, first-serve until we run out. Order now if you would like to be guaranteed a yearbook!
Yearbooks will be distributed in May.
FOR SENIOR PARENTS- senior tribute ads
As the parent of a senior, you have the special opportunity to place a congratulatory tribute for your son or daughter in the 2025 yearbook. Even though the book doesn’t come out until May, now is the time to prepare your senior tribute.
Click HERE to find detailed information about ordering your senior tribute. Deadline for the Early Bird price is Friday, Oct. 4 and for the regular price is Friday, Nov. 1. You can order and pay for tributes HERE.
Elementary school groups are part of the senior ad section. A student or parent from that school should coordinate taking a photo, collecting the money and paying for the tribute.
FOR SENIOR PARENTS- senior pictures
Senior portraits for the yearbook will be taken Sept. 10-11. Students will go to the library with their ELA class to have pictures taken. Senior portraits are traditionally a bit fancier than normal school pictures, so we encourage students to dress up a bit!
Parents and students will receive a proof from Inter-State Studio via email with ordering information.You do not have to order pictures to be included in the yearbook.
Retakes for all grades will be Oct. 28.
Parking at SM West
Parking Stickers are available to be picked up NOW at the front security office from Officer Lanning. Students should bring the completed Parking Registration Form as well as proof of purchase of the parking pass through fee payment portal.
Students are encouraged to visit the officer before or after school as well as during passing periods.
Sticker should be placed on the inside of the back car window in the lower left corner. Please read all guidelines for parking and be aware of all of the guidelines.
Permit applications can be picked up in the front office or use this link to print one for you to complete:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uj-Dy6QXVKz7IVynOCzhMe655PqQiCsl/view?usp=sharing
Technology and MacBook Help
If your student has an issue with technology we ask that you FIRST try to do some independent problem solving.
1) Try going to the SM West Website to look at the Technology Rescue Site. This google site has many solutions that students can do at home to problem solve their tech issues.
2) Go to the "Lifesaver" icon on your browser bar. This takes you to the SMSD Help Desk to complete a Help request.
3) BE PATIENT. Please wait for a staff member to call you down to the library for assistance. Please be assured that staff are working very hard to meet the needs of all of our students.
Español:
El 16 de agosto, el personal y los voluntarios distribuyeron MacBooks a los estudiantes. Si su estudiante no recibió un MacBook, por favor sea paciente. Nuestro personal de tecnología está trabajando continuamente para resolver problemas y solucionar problemas técnicos para que todos los estudiantes tengan un MacBook que funcione.
Si su estudiante tiene un problema con la tecnología, le pedimos que PRIMERO intente resolver algunos problemas de forma independiente.
1) Intente ir al sitio web de SM West para ver el sitio de Technology Rescue Site (Rescate de tecnología). Este sitio de Google tiene muchas soluciones que los estudiantes pueden hacer en casa para resolver sus problemas de tecnología.
2) Ve al icono "Salvavidas" en la barra de tu navegador. Esto te llevará al Servicio de ayuda de SMSD para completar una solicitud de ayuda.
3) SEA PACIENTE. Espere a que un miembro del personal lo llame a la biblioteca para pedir ayuda. Tenga la seguridad de que el personal está trabajando muy duro para satisfacer las necesidades de todos nuestros estudiantes.