CB West High School

Report Cards for the first Marking Period will be available on Parent Portal on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 8am. If you do not have Internet access and need a paper copy of the Report Card, please contact the Guidance Office at 267-893-2512.

Junior Parents – Counselors and Coffee

Junior House Counselors, Mrs. Bagnick and Mrs. Corr, invite parents to a Counselors and Coffee session on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 7:45am – 9am in the Guidance Conference Center. This informal gathering will be a Q&A session, where we can answer any of your questions about Junior year, planning for post-secondary options, or other topics. This session may be of particular value to those whose students are the first ones in the family to go through the college application process. If you plan to attend, kindly RSVP to the Guidance Office at 267-893-2512. Coffee’s on us!

PA Governor’s School for the Sciences

This 5-week summer residential program for Juniors (June 30 – August 3, 2019) offers talented high school math and science students an opportunity to learn collaboratively and conduct lab research alongside faculty from Carnegie Mellon University and other leading scientific institutions. The program includes core science courses, labs, electives, a research project, and guest lectures/panel discussions. Applications to this competitive program are due no later than January 31, 2019. Click HERE for the application and more information.

Important information about Vaping

According to the recently released Pennsylvania Youth Survey, vaping (using a device with a heating element to vaporize and inhale tobacco or marijuana) has risen significantly among high school students in the past 3 years. The survey revealed that an average of 28% of all CB high school students have vaped in the past month. Of those vaping, 54% of students are using nicotine, and 24% are using marijuana. The physiologic, psychologic, and addictive effects of vaping are only beginning to be understood; however, early research suggests that the long-term impact of vaping may include permanent lung damage, addiction, and abuse of other substances.

Please visit the CB West Student Assistance Webpage, and scroll to the “Resources” section at the bottom to access the articles: “How Can I Tell if My Child is Vaping or Juuling?” and “Electronic Cigarettes – Infographic” from the US Dept of Health and Human Services.

Please feel free to contact any member of the Student Assistance Team (listed on website) if you need additional information or have concerns about your child.

Regarding Winter Testing from December 2017 and January 2018:

If your child participated in Literature, Algebra 1, or Biology Keystone Assessments in December or January, scores are available in Parent Portal.

Regarding Spring Testing from May 2018:

If your child participated in Literature, Algebra 1, or Biology Keystone Assessments in May, scores are available in Parent Portal. Additionally, individual score sheets were distributed to parents at Back to School Night on September 13. Any remaining score sheets were then distributed to students during advisory on September 14.

Regarding Winter Testing in December 2018 and January 2019:

Students currently enrolled in English 10, Algebra 1, or Biology will be administered the corresponding Keystone Assessment(s) during the month of December for Literature and January for Algebra 1 and Biology. Our testing schedule will be available on the CBW Keystone Assessment Webpage at http://www.cbsd.org/Page/25869. This webpage also includes resources to help students prepare for the assessments. After-school help sessions for Algebra and Biology are also posted under “Testing Supports at CB West.” Students enrolled in English 10, Algebra 1, or Biology during 2nd Semester will test in May.

State Assessment Proficiency Requirements:
Currently, PDE requires students in the class of 2021 and beyond to have reached proficiency on each of the three Keystone Exams prior to graduation. Students are encouraged to retake the test if proficiency is not reached on the first attempt.

Keystone Retake Procedures:
If proficiency is not met on a Keystone exam, students are encouraged to retest. Typically, students are invited to retest the following school year when scheduled for their next math, English, or science course. However, if students who tested in December or January would like to schedule a May retest, please contact Mrs. Zaleski at hzaleski@cbsd.org

Algebra Testing Review

Module 1 – Tuesday, January 8: 2:45 – 4:00pm (Miss Jones & Mrs. Jarossy in A115)

Module 2 – Wednesday, January 9: 2:45 – 4:00pm (Mr. Fitzgibbons in C118)

*These sessions are open to any student looking to remediate.

Biology Testing Review

Topic-Based Review Days (2:45-3:30pm)

January 4: Biochemistry

January 7: Cell Structure and Function

January 8: Cell Energy

January 9: Genetics

January 10: Ecology/Evolution

Biology Teacher On-Call for Individual Questions - Any Topic (2:45 – 3:30pm) - TBD

January 4

January 7

January 8

January 9

January 10

Literature Testing Review

Literature Study Island: Study Island is a web-based program designed to review literature content. Your child can access lessons and practice on each topic.

To obtain login information, your child can ask his/her current English teacher. If your child is not currently enrolled in an English class, he/she can see Mrs. Rosselli in room C116 before or after school for assistance.

Access / Extra Help: Any student with questions about the Keystone Literature content or preparation should speak with his/her former English 10 teacher or current English teacher. Formal help sessions may be scheduled with English teachers by coordinating with the English Department Chair, Mrs. Rosselli.

Peer review is also offered each Tuesday in the library though our Peer Tutoring Program.

Teachers have provided review materials for students to use and practice during these sessions. Students may sign up in the guidance office.

The daily announcements offer the most comprehensive listing of meetings, fundraisers, and events in our school. You can watch the daily announcements scrolling on TV monitors throughout the building. In addition, you can access the announcements each day by visiting the CB West homepage: https://www.cbsd.org/domain/3037.

Look for club and student activities fliers posted on bulletin boards and tack strips throughout our school.

On Mondays, we air a live stream broadcast from our TV Studio called “The Black and Gold.” This show highlights information about some of the biggest events and initiatives in our school.

On Fridays, we air episodes of Chatterbux. Chatterbux is a TV show produced by members of the Media Production classes. Chatterbux highlights a variety of aspects of student life here at CB West.

Visit the CB West website and check out the new "Activities" section. Each club has its own page with the most pertinent information.

Due to popular demand, the deadline to have your Senior's Baby Photo printed in the Antler Yearbook has been extended to Monday, 11/26. Available at an additional cost of $45, you can fill out an order form, available on the Antler website, and mail it with payment to CB West ATTN: Erin Walsh. You can email your digital picture/message to Stephanie Ferraro (sferraro@cbsd.org).

Don't forget to reserve your child an Antler yearbook for this school year - books can be reserved until May 10th. After that, they will only be sold on a first come, first serve basis. You can order books online at www.jostens.com or by filling out an order form, available on the Antler website.

We look forward to continuing our partnership with parents through the 2018-2019 Central Bucks West Parent Council. Membership to the council is open to all interested CB West parents.

Meetings are scheduled for the following Wednesdays in the Tower Room off of the Main Lobby, beginning at 9:00 AM and concluding at 10:30 AM:

November 28, 2018

January 23, 2019

February 27, 2019

March 27, 2019

April 24, 2019

Some of the goals of the group will be:

• To foster a dialogue between the home and school through the collegial sharing of ideas and concerns
  
• To undertake project(s) as developed by the group
  
• To support the school in the community by information sharing
  

We hope you will be able to participate in our 2018-2019 Parent Council.

The Central Bucks School District offers a standardized testing prep system, ePrep, to all its students. This free web-based program helps students prepare for the PSAT, SAT and ACT. There are practice tests, test-taking tips, and instructional videos that explain how to do the problem(s) that may have been answered incorrectly during the practice session. The link is http://www.eprep.com.

All CB West sophomores have been registered with accounts. They should log in with their CBSD student email and the password 2018. Any students who are interested in accessing ePrep but do not have an account should contact Ms. Graney in the CB West Library for an account.

CB West Harlequin Club is proud to present Roger Rees and Alex Timbers Peter and the Starcatcher directed by Jessica Bostock on November 15, 16, and 17 at 7:00pm.

Tickets are now on sale through the PurplePass website. You can access the website at: www.purplepass.com/cbwestfallplay. The website does charge a small service fee.

Please review Board Policy 222 regarding tobacco use. We are experiencing an increase in the number of students vaping and want you to be aware of the consequences for violation of this policy. In addition to attending the cessation program and paying the fines outlined in the policy, offenders will also be given a Saturday detention for the first offense, two Saturday detentions for a second offense and an Out of School Suspension for a third offense.

On November 16, Mr. Dave Fialko from the Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, will speak to our students about vaping and the effect it has on their health and wellness. Thank you for your support as we continue to educate students about vaping while holding offenders accountable for violating School Board Policy.

WHEN:

6 & 7:30 pm - Information Session for students and parents

7 - 9 pm - Open House

WHERE:

2740 York Road

Jamison, PA 18929

CONTACT:

marketing@mbit.org

CLICK HERE for more information.

FEAST again will be providing home cooked meals for those in need.

The distribution dates are as follows:

11/21, 3pm-7pm,

12/23, 3pm-7pm,

Spring, TBD

Pick up will be at:

St Robert Bellarmine Church, 856 Euclid Ave, Warrington, PA 18976

In addition to meals, FEAST is able to offer winter coats while supplies last.

FEAST depends on you to help serve our community.

Please circulate this information. Any help you can provide is greatly appreciated.

Please have people fill out information below and return to school or fill out online

https://tug21959.wordpress.com/meals/

feastcharitableorg@gmail.com

(267) 225-8589

PO Box 478 Warrington, PA 18976

Last Name:___________________________________________

Email:______________________________________________

Phone:_____________________________________________

Number of Meals_______

In Need of Winter Coats: Yes No

If Yes, Size_____ M or F

CHIP is Pennsylvania's Children's Health Insurance Program for uninsured children and teens up to age 19.

Click on the link for more information about CHIP.

CB West’s Art 2, 3 and AP Studio Art classes had the opportunity to visit the Michener Museum of Art in October. Students viewed “30 Years: Art at the Michener” as well as other incredible exhibits. The students were able to directly bring concepts back to the work they are doing in their classrooms at CB West. It was a wonderful and engaging trip for our art students!

Congratulations to Kelly Cressman! Kelly recently entered a contest for the upcoming Bohemian Rhapsody movie. Applicants were to submit a vocal clip singing a portion of the song. Those chosen would have their voices blended into the soundtrack for a scene in the movie. Kelly’s submission was one of the many chosen. Way to go Kelly.

Bohemian Rhapsody link

Senior Class Treasurer, Keeley Boell, presented a check to Captain Milligan of the Central Bucks Regional Police. The Class of 2019 made a donation in support of No Shave November. The goal of No Shave November is to raise funds for FISH, a non-profit charity providing emergency services for people in need in Central Bucks County.

Website: http://www.cbsd.org/Domain/30
Location: 375 West Court Street, Doylestown, PA, United States
Phone: 267.893.2500
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Twitter: @CBWestHS