Westmoor TelegRAM 09/09/24

Dear Westmoor Community,

I hope you all are enjoying the sunshine these days. I can’t remember a week in Daly City this warm. Lucky us.

The good weather held for our annual Senior Sunrise this past Thursday morning where frisbees flew and hot chocolate flowed before a few pictures were taken. A good time had by all.

As our school year proceeds, all of us are beginning to find ourselves in a better, less confusing rhythm. Feel free to ask your students about their classes and how our new “FlexTime” is going. We imagine that this adjustment, along with the block scheduling is allowing for students to make deeper connections with each other as well as their various courses.

Have a great week. I’ve been told on good authority that the decent weather should hold for a few more days.

Go Rams,

Dr. Michael McAlister

Principal

If your child is feeling unwell or will be absent from school for the day, please contact our Attendance Office at 650-550-7469 and leave a clear and detailed message.

Beginning on Thursday, September 12th, the cost to watch league volleyball matches are as follows:

General Admission: $10

Seniors, Military with ID, High School student and students above the age of 7: $5

Children 6 and under: Free

Any misuse of your wristband will result in immediate dismissal from the gym with NO refunds given.

Anyone interested in wrestling for the school team, there will be an informational meeting on Thursday, September 12th at 4 pm in the Mat Room.

The Westmoor Counseling Department strives to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of each student in the Westmoor Family. Each team member plays a unique role in supporting students, teachers, staff, and one another in building a healthy, positive learning community for all.

For Students, Counselor(s) are available on a drop-in basis during lunch and after school.

To make an appointment, please sign-up in the binder located at the Counseling Office Window.

For Parents & Guardians, please make an appointment with the counselor via email or phone call.

Read below for what our Ramily can do for you 😊

Our School Counselors answer questions about classes, schedules, and graduation requirements. They also support students with their college research, school and community resources, career exploration, personal counseling, and referrals to outside agencies. Students are free to stop by before school, after school, brunch, or lunch. The student appointment request binder is also available outside the Counseling Office window. Parents can make appointments by calling or emailing the counselor assigned to their students.

All Counseling Assignments are by Last Name

Mr. Thierry Louwerse (A - Goldkrantz)

650-550-7493

tlouwerse@jeffersonunion.net

Mrs. Nicole Hoem (Gomez - Peraza)

650-550-7478

nhoem@jeffersonunion.net

Mrs. Mayen Chinn (Perez - Y)

650-550-7467

mchinn@jeffersonunion.net

Ms. Gabriela Moraga (Z + Students Learning English)

650-550-7474

gmoraga@jeffersonunion.net

Our Wellness Counselors offer support for students experiencing social or emotional challenges. They provide both individual and group support and provide training and support for peer counselors. For name, gender or pronoun preferences, please contact Ms. English.

Ms. Cristina Cabiles (located in Room 108)

650-550-7408

ccabiles@jeffersonunion.net

Ms. Sarah English

650-550-7468

senglish@jeffersonunion.net

Mr. Michael Fung

650-550-7497

mfung@jeffersonunion.net

Our College and Career Counselor provides support with work permits, financial aid for college, and exploration of college and career pathways.

Ms. Grace Moevao (located in the Library)

650-550-7479

gmoevao@jeffersonunion.net

Complete a Work Permit form and submit to Ms. Grace (in the Library) or Mx. Boado (Room 32 by Attendance Office).

If you need assistance, reach out to our school administrators:

Principal: Dr. Michael McAlister mmcalister@jeffersonunion.net

Vice Principals:

Mr. Victor Zou (Last names A-L) vzou@jeffersonunion.net

Dr. Monica Nagy (Last names M-Q) mnagy@jeffersonunion.net

Dr. Sterling He (Last names R-Z) sterling.he@jeffersonunion.net

Mrs. Tina Yee tyee@jeffersonunion.net

Website: whs.juhsd.net/

Location: 131 Westmoor Avenue, Daly City, CA, USA

Phone: (650) 550-7400

Instagram: @westmoorasb