Newsletter
March 18, 2024
ROCKS Spotlight
The production of CLUE is THIS WEEK! Our students and staff have been working so diligently and it is going to be an incredible show! There are 4 opportunities to see the show; click on the dates below to buy tickets!
A Message to Seniors and Parents Regarding 'Senior Assassin:'
The WHS Administration is aware that there is a game called 'Senior Assassin' of which many of our students are currently involved. This was started by students, and we know it is something many of them enjoy. Please note, however, that this is NOT a school-sanctioned or school-endorsed activity. Students and parents, please proceed with caution and please make note of these things if choosing to participate:
- No activities regarding 'Senior Assassin' should take place on WWS grounds. Violators of this will be subject to school discipline.
- If parents or community members feel the activity is putting people at risk or creating a significant disturbance, or if they witness any illegal activities, they should immediately contact Westfield PD
Above all, we encourage our students to think about their own safety, as well as the safety of others, do the right thing, and treat people well in the process.
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES:
March 29th-April 5th: Spring Break
April 8th: E-learning Day
April 27th: 2024 Prom (Tickets on sale below!)
Epstein selected as the Principal Trumpet in the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Side-by-Side Program!
Senior Charlie Epstein auditioned and was selected to participate as Principal Trumpet in the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Side-by-Side program. Side-by-Side participants receive 4-weeks of intensive coaching from their counterparts at the ISO and then perform alongside them in concert on Wednesday, March 20th at the Hilbert Circle Theatre in downtown Indianapolis. Good Luck this week Charlie!
525 Foundation Speaker: Becky Savage
Mrs. Becky Savage, with the 525 Foundation, spoke to primarily juniors and seniors today about the dangers of opioid misuse. After losing both of her sons to an overdose in the same night, Becky is active in furthering overdose awareness and prevention strategies. She continues her advocacy because she believes her story can make a bigger impact on students. For more information on her story, drug toolkits/information and the 525 Foundation, please click below.
"Why I Educate?" Series
Our "Why I Educate" series introduces you to members of our staff who are sharing their why.
We would like to introduce Mr. Radin, and his why?
Upcoming Events
WHS Innovation Competition: March 21st
Join us for our 4th Annual Westfield High School Innovation Competition this Thursday, March 21st. This is an open house style event, so stop by anytime from 6:00pm - 8:00pm in the Westfield High School Learning Center (Door 1). With the growth of the program there are three rounds of the competition this year.
In this round YOU ARE THE JUDGE! The top 15 teams based on the crowd's vote will go on to compete at the Westfield Chamber of Commerce event next month. If you have ever wondered about what the future of Westfield holds, this is it. Stop by and support our young innovators in their entrepreneurial journeys!
SOS Fundraiser: Miracle League of Westfield: March 23rd
All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser for Miracle League of Westfield on March 23rd from 8am-10am. $8 for adults, $5 kids under 12 & free for 2 and under. JOIN US!
PROM: April 27th
Ticket sales start TODAY and run until Friday, 4/19. Purchase your tickets HERE!
There is a small pre-Spring Break discount.
- Doors open at 8:00 pm. Do NOT arrive early.
Prom ends at 11:00 pm. All Prom attendees must leave promptly at 11.
PROM INFO DOC
AFTER PROM:
Cost is FREE but must register HERE for entry!
Doors open at 11:00 pm on April 27, 2024
Doors close for entry at 12:30 am on April 28, 2024
After Prom ends at 3:00 am on April 28, 2024
Counseling Center
ACT School Day: March 26th
ACT School Day information, March 26th. *Only for students who registered for this ACT.
AP Courses
SEPAC
SENIORS: C/O 2024
Important Graduation Dates/Information
These dates are for your planning purposes. More detailed information will be provided after Spring Break.
April 25th: Graduation Cap, Gown & Ticket Pick Up (4-7pm)
Wednesday, May 8th: Senior Elementary School Breakfasts, Elementary Schools (7:15am-8:30am)
Tuesday, May 28th: Senior's Last Day of School & Senior Awards Ceremony, 7pm (Invite Only)
Wednesday, May 29th: Graduation Rehearsal, MPIF, WHS (8:30am-12:30pm)
Thursday, May 30th: C/O 2024 Graduation, Grand Park Events Center (6:30pm)
*4:30pm arrival for graduates, WHS MPIF
*Each graduate will receive 8 graduation tickets for their guests.
Jostens-Graduation Items
Every senior received a graduation packet for cap and gown ordering before winter break. If your student did not receive a packet, please have them go to the WHS Information Desk to pick one up as soon as possible. Jostens is the company WHS uses for all graduation materials to include cap & gown, invitations, announcements, etc.
Students must order a cap, gown, and tassel which is now $55. (gown is green with a white stripe)
Everything else is optional to order. Ordering can be done online at the link below.
PLEASE ORDER NOW TO GET YOUR GOWN BY GRADUATION!
WEF Scholarships application is OPEN!
The Westfield Education Foundation scholarship application is now open for 2024 graduates and alumni. Apply now for 30 scholarships and award opportunities with just 1 application!
Scholarships in Naviance-APPLY TODAY!
WHO DOESN'T LIKE FREE MONEY!?
Did you know that there are over 180 local and regional scholarships that are available and listed in your student's Naviance account? These organizations are actually lacking in the number of applicants they have received and have requested we reach out to our students & their families.
More information on the application process and who can apply is on Naviance under the scholarships tab . There are scholarships for trade schools, culinary arts, sports, career development and more. There is something for everyone! Many of the deadlines are fast approaching so APPLY NOW!
Athletics
Weekly Athletic Calendar
Athletic Season Passes & Cashless Gate
Performing Arts
CLUE Tickets ON SALE!
CLUE Tickets are on sale NOW! There are 4 showings available, click on the date to purchase!
Band Community Night: March 27th
Westfield Band to Host Community Night Celebration for Indoor Programs
On March 27, Westfield Band invites our community to join us for an evening of delicious food and a celebration of our indoor season, as all five winter programs perform in one night! Purchase dinner and show tickets from any Westfield Band and Guard member, or purchase online @ www.westfield.band/community-night before 3/20. Tickets ate $12 and include a smoked pork sandwich, coleslaw, chips, a drink and dessert as well as entry to the show. Show-only tickets will be available at the door for $5. Dinner begins at 6:00 and performances start at 7:30p.
American Pie: May 3rd
For a dozen years now, WHS American Pie has been taking audience members on a memorable journey through history via music. Not sure what American Pie is all about? ... check out our promo video or this 10 year highlight video.
Ticket Sales for the May 3 show
Tickets are $15 each
Merchandise
Shirt pre-orders are live through the Rock Shop link and will close on April 12.
Check out the design below by WHS Junior Kennedy Brown
Safety/Parking Permit Information
2023-2024 Parking Permit registration is CLOSED.
No further parking permits will be sold until further notice. A waitlist has been created. To get on the waitlist, please complete the online registration form, and then you MUST bring your valid Driver's license to Mrs. Zaichek at the Information Desk in the Main Office. Completing the online registration alone does not automatically put you on the waitlist or guarantee you a parking permit. Students on the waitlist will be notified on a first come first serve basis as spots become available.
Students who wish to drive to school and park on school grounds must have a valid parking permit on file and display the 2023-2024 parking permit on their car at all times while on school property.
Fundraisers/Donations
After Prom Fundraiser: Louie's Tux Shop
Proceeds from every rental at Louie's Tux Shop will be donated to the WHS 2024 After Prom.
ROCK STRONG Award
We are so very grateful for our amazing staff we have at Westfield High School and we want to make sure they are properly recognized and appreciated. Westfield Washington Schools is proud to announce a staff appreciation initiative: the Rock Strong Award presented by the Westfield Education Foundation!
Westfield Education Foundation will present the award winners with a commemorative plaque and a $50 Amazon gift card as a way to show appreciation for all that they do.
It only takes a minute to nominate someone!
Become a Substitute Teacher!
Staffing substitute teachers has become a crucial factor in our ability to keep our kids in the classroom. If you would like to help us continue in-person instruction, sign up to be a substitute teacher in WWS and help make an impact on our community. We offer competitive pay, flexible schedules, bonuses and employee discounts based on time worked. You don’t need teaching experience, just a desire to help our Rocks get a great education!
Stay Informed!
Stay informed about all things Westfield High School this year! You can find all past newsletters and daily announcements on our website under the Parents Tab.
*Follow us on Social Media to see student news, announcements, and celebrations!
TalkingPoints-Family Communication
Westfield Washington Schools use a program called TalkingPoints to communicate with families! TalkingPoints allows for seamless multilingual two-way communication between teachers and families. Families can choose to receive messages via SMS text messaging or through the free FAMILIES | TalkingPoints mobile app for Apple or Android.
This platform has enhanced translation capabilities, so families can receive and send messages in their preferred language. Additional tools like speech-to-text, text-to-speech, and closed captioned videos make this program accessible to all of our Westfield families.
The most important thing you can do to ensure you are receiving messages from your child’s teacher is to make sure your contact information for the “Father” and “Mother” fields in PowerSchool is correct. When a teacher sends out a message, TalkingPoints will automatically use those two phone numbers. If you’d like to add additional contacts, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
About Us
Email: webmaster@wws.k12.in.us
Website: https://www.wws.k12.in.us/whs
Location: 18250 North Union Street, Westfield, IN, USA
Phone: (317)867-6800
Facebook: facebook.com/westfieldhighschool
Twitter: @WWSWHS