The WJHS Panther Update

Ahhhhh......Summertime! Long days filled with warmth and sunshine. It's the season filled with vacations, outdoor activities like swimming, hiking, or barbecues, and enjoying nature. I hope everyone is taking advantage of the longer daylight hours to relax, travel, or spend time with family and friends.

We still have a few spots open for 6th Grade Step Up.

This 2 day program is taught by WJHS teachers. The program is designed to support the transition to junior high with a primary emphasis on academic organization skills and introductions to building procedures. This class will provide a jumpstart in a student’s new life as a Westmont Junior High Panther.

When: July 29th & 30th

Time: 8:30- 11:30

Where: WJHS

Fee: $30

Space is limited to 40 students, so register today.

Once you complete this registration form, please stop into WJHS to pay the fee. Cash and Checks are accepted.

** If you signed up, and have yet to pay, please stop by the WJHS office between 8AM - 3PM Monday - Thursday. You will not be considered registered until the fee is received.

The 2024-2025 student schedules will be available for viewing in Skyward on July 31st.

Printed copies will be available for all NEW & 6th-grade students at the Ice Cream Social. Returning students, if printed copies are needed, you can stop by the office after Aug. 1, Mon.- Fri. 8:30-2:30.

Report cards are and have been available for viewing in Skyward. They can be found in your child's account under the attachment tab.

Here is the Supply List for the 2024- 2025 School Year.

Welcome to Summer Reading!

Summer reading is more than just a pastime; it's a gateway to adventure, imagination, and academic growth for middle schoolers. During those sunny months away from classrooms, diving into books keeps young minds active and engaged, preventing the notorious "summer slide" in learning. Beyond academics, reading fosters empathy, expands vocabulary, and enhances critical thinking skills. It opens doors to new worlds, cultures, and perspectives, nurturing a lifelong love for learning. So, whether it's escaping into a fantasy realm or exploring the depths of history, summer reading sets the stage for endless possibilities and a brighter academic future.

For the 2024-2025 school year, incoming 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students are asked to read one book over the summer and to provide evidence of their comprehension when they return to school in the fall.

I've included information on book choices and evidence below, along with options to read in three different languages: English, Spanish, and Ukrainian.

Click on the preferred language link below and download it.

Once you do, it will open a document like the one pictured below. That document will give you the three book options to read. Three clickable links within that document will allow you to:

-Sign up for the book of your choice

-View your evidence and choice board- English Spanish Ukrainian

-Submit your evidence in English/Spanish

Please look over the three book choices and choose your adventure, but choose wisely. You can only select one. Select a slot based on your book selection and click on the button to sign up.

Still need to purchase the book? Click on the picture of your book, and it will take you to an Amazon link where you can purchase it.

I wonder which grade-level teachers are reading the same adventure as you? Find out in August. Be sure to submit your evidence throughout the summer to join in on the activities. Happy reading!