Rebel Review

South Families,

I will be sending this newsletter every two weeks with information about upcoming events and information to help keep you informed. I hope you find this information useful, If at any time you want additional information, please refer to our school website.

As always, please reach out to our office anytime you need assistance!

Sincerely,

Andy Suttell

Principal

440-975-3628

andrew.suttell@weschools.org

This morning, we rewarded more than 80 of our students who had perfect attendance for the First Quarter with some donuts! Congratulations to these students - There is a tremendous correlation between attendance and student achievement!

Early this week, seniors had an opportunity to attend a meeting to provide information about the Senior Class trip planned for New York City from April 11 - 14 2024. If you were unable to attend the meeting or need more information, please see the attachment below.

Seniors should also see the attachment below for cap and gown ordering.

Next weekend, the South Drama club is performing "Get Smart" The play is being performed at the PAC at North High School. Please use the QR Code in the poster below for show times and ticket information.

Picture retakes are next Friday. Please see below for ordering information. I also plan to send this information as a reminder early next week.

Each week, our teachers nominate students who are consistently positive in their approach to school both academically and behaviorally. At the end of each month, each nominated student will have a chance to earn Student of the Month.

The following students have earned Student of the Week. Congratulations!

Mark your calendar for these important events over the next few weeks of school:

October 27 Picture Re-Takes

October 28 School Play - Get Smart (2pm and 7pm)

October 29 School Play - Get Smart (2pm)

November 7 Staff Professional Development Day - No School

November 14 NHS Induction Ceremony

November 15 SHS Blood Drive

November 15 Parent-Teacher Conferences

November 23-24 Thanksgiving Break - No School

November 27 No School

December 21 End of Second Quarter

December 22-January 3 Winter Break - No School

January 4 School Resumes - Start of Second Semester

• We are kicking off the Excel TECC experience with a presentation to all Sophomores on November 6th during school. Excel TECC currently has 22 programs available. The general areas are Art and Communication, Business and Administration/Hospitality, Construction, Welding, Education, Engineering/Transportation, Environmental Education, Health Sciences, Cosmetology, Fire/EMS, and ITP. Students must apply and be accepted sophomore year to participate in a program their Junior and Senior years. More details about dates and Open Houses to come.

• The Excel TECC LPN (Licensed Practical Nursing) program has specific requirements of a 3.00 GPA and Passing the ACT Workkeys test prior to applying . The ACT Workkeys test will be given on December 13 at South during the school day. Students, who are interested in LPN, need to sign up with Mrs. Duffy (Celeste.Duffy@weschools.org) by Dec 11th.

• For parents of all students, Guidance is currently meeting with all students to ensure they know what is required for graduation. Please see: Graduation Requirements: Class of 2023 and Beyond
• All Sophomores are invited to attend an Excel TECC presentation on Nov. 6th. More details to come.

• Many colleges have an early decision deadline of Nov. 1st. Be aware of deadlines for each college and plan in advance to meet them.
• There have been changes to FAFSA timelines this year. Please see this FAFSA informational website for details about these changes. The new start date for beginning a FAFSA application is December (it was previously October). Ms Treen, our LEAF (financial aid advisor) advisor will be going into Senior English classes on Oct 20th to provide information. In addition, Ms.Treen is in our building every Wednesday. Please feel free to make an appointment with her in the Guidance department.
• Guidance emailed a "How-To-Request Initial Transcripts Be Sent to Colleges." All transcript requests must go through Naviance for tracking purposes. The link to the video is below. If you or your student has questions or needs help after viewing the video, please contact their guidance counselor. View the Link Here
• In addition, Guidance Counselors will be visit Senior English classrooms Wednesday next week to explain Naviance (for jobs and colleges), the application process, college rep visits, and FAFSA.

Students may use the following South College Visits to stay informed about what colleges are coming for visits to South.

On Saturday, October 28 at 7:00pm, South High School is hosting the Harlem Wizards Basketball Team as a fundraiser for the Willoughby Middle School PTA. District Teachers and Administrators will be participating as the opponent for the game. See the flyer below for more information.

All Willoughby-Eastlake K-12 students will automatically receive a Willoughby-Eastlake Public library card as part of our community partnership with the public library system. If your child already has a library card, they will not receive a new one.

Cards are being issued for any newly enrolled students on a quarterly basis.

If you have questions about the library card, please contact the W-E Public Library. You may reach them by calling Sarah Vargo, 440-943-2203, or via email: sarah.vargo@welibrary.info.

National Honor Society is an organization that recognizes students based on their demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character.

Students that have earned a 3.5 cumulative GPA as of their Junior or Senior year have received an invitation to apply for the National Honors Society. Invitations have been sent to all students in the 11th and 12th grade who qualify. If you think you have been mistakenly left off the list, please see our NHS Advisor Mrs. Albertone or contact her at laura.albertone@weschools.org

National Honor Society is not open to 9th or 10th grade students. Students apply for NHS for the first time the fall of their junior year.

Are you looking for activities for your children? Interested in family programs in the community? There are so many options for Willoughby-Eastlake families, such as city departments of recreation, sports teams, scouting, camps and special events in all of our surrounding communities, plus so much more!

Information from approved organizations who host activities for Willoughby-Eastlake youth and the community are posted electronically. Paper flyers from organizations are not sent home with students. To access the flyers, visit the COMMUNITY link on the district and building website pages Community Activities Flyers

For specific information about the events, you need to contact the sponsoring organization. Flyers are updated periodically during the month so remember to visit often to check for new postings.

Enjoy what our community has to offer!

Rebels Express, the South High Spirit Shop, would like to welcome everyone back to school!

Our store is now open for business online and in-person.

Our in-person hours will be Thursday & Fridays during lunch periods.

We will be open in the evening on September 6th during Open House from 6pm- 8 pm

You can place an online order and pickup in the main office from 7-3. We can also send your order home with your student. The online website is : https://rebelexpress.square.site/

Please follow us on social media to stay updated on new items, special promotions and store hours.

Instagram: @rebels_express

X (Twitter) : @RebsSchoolStore

Facebook : Rebels Express Spirit Shop

We look forward to seeing you!

If you believe your child is experiencing challenges in terms of their mental well-being, it is important to reach out to your principal. To meet your child’s needs, it’s essential to collaborate with the principal and school personnel to explore resources and services available at school. In addition to Crossroads Counselors, the District also has family liaisons and guidance counselors who can provide needed interventions and support.

Crossroads Informational Letter and Opt Out Form

Safer Ohio School Tip Line

• 1-844-SaferOH (844-723-3764)
• Calls or texts are answered by analysts within Ohio Homeland Security. If action is needed, the analysts immediately forward information to local school officials, law enforcement agencies and the Ohio School Safety Center (OSSC) for action and follow up.

PowerSchool is the official gradebook and attendance record for our school. From the Parent Portal, you are able to set alerts for low or missing assignments, as well as tardy and absent alerts to keep account for period to period attendance of your child. Please take advantage of these settings and alert features.

With today's closure, it is also a good idea to check you notification settings in the Parent Portal to ensure you are receiving school and district closing notifications and other information.

Below are links for PowerSchool to assist you. If you need any further help getting set up with the Parent Portal - please call our office.

PowerSchool Full User Guide

PowerSchool Quick Guide

Attendance

• Anytime a student is absent, the office needs to verify that student's attendance. If you know your child will be absent, tardy or leaving early, please call the office attendance lines. The ouor office will not have to call you! If we know you are picking them up - you do not have to come into the building. Students will come out at the time you have requested pickup. Thanks for helping us keep our students safe.
• Attendance Line - 440-283-2180
• Late/Early Line - 440-975-3652
• Main Office Line - 440975-3648

At this point, you should be able to view your schedule in Powerschool. If you are experiencing difficulties accessing Powerschool or any other problem with your schedule, please contact your counselor directly. Please be mindful that there are many factors that go into changing student schedules at this point, your counselors will work to do the best they can, but there are situations where we simply do not change schedules as we are this close to the school year.

Guidance Counselors

Mrs. Allison Grant; Student with Last Names A to G: Alison.Grant@weschools.org

Mrs. Celeste Duffy: Students with Last Name H to O: Celeste.Duffy@weschools.org

Ms. Virginia Joyce: Students with Last Name P to Z: Virginia.Joyce@weschools.org

South High Administration

As a reminder, the administrative team at South is eager to work with you and our students to support student success in any way. If you have any questions, please feel free to email the appropriate grade level administrator:

Mr. Andy Suttell, Principal: andrew.suttell@weschools.org

Mr. David Miller, 11th and 12th Grade Principal: david.miller@weschools.org

Ms. Jennifer Neumeyer, 9th and 10th Grade Principal: jennifer.neumeyer@weschools.org

We will begin to focus our students on behavior that help them keep their focu on their learning and the instruction of their teachers. As we begin the year, students will hear about the Rebel Way. Three easy ways to exhibit the Rebel way are the following:

Showing the Rebel Way All Day:

• Show up on time -

• To school and EVERY class. Parents can set alert settings in PowerSchool for notifications when a student's period attendance does not match their daily attendance.

• Put away all personal technology in class -

• No cell phones or earbuds while in the classroom. Please remove earbuds from the ears during class. Cell phones/headphones are allowed to be used quietly in Lunch, full period study halls, and the hallway between periods.

• Pictures/video ARE NOT PERMITTED:in restrooms, locker rooms, or any area where there is “reasonable expectation of privacy,” nor in classrooms or of unsuspecting persons. Be cognizant of what is in the background of your pictures and videos regardless of where you are!

• Check your dress -

• No hoods or ski masks on in the building. You may wear a baseball or beanie cap if desired.

• Please express your personal style without the use of see through or revealing clothing. Attire with profane, vulgar, or drug/vape/alcohol references will not be permitted at any time. Undergarments should not be showing.

Seniors are required by law to provide proof of MCV4/meningococcal meningitis vaccination. It is very important that you submit updated immunization information to our clinic via fax (440-975-3645), or hard copy (return to clinic ). If you have any questions, please email them to our School Nurse at eileen.krancevic@weschools.org.

Willoughby South High School has 3 phenomenal Booster Organizations that support the students!

• Our BAND BOOSTERS support our Rebel music and band programs
• Our REBEL FAMILIES support our Rebel academic programs and provide scholarships
• Our ATHLETIC BOOSTERS support our Rebel athletics teams

Please support these fine organizations! They volunteer their time to give back to our kids in so many ways!

Bussing Information: The radius for school transportation widens from Middle School to High School. Transportation information will be listed in PowerSchool Parent Portal on August 14th. Transportation can be reached at (440) 975-3736.

School Fees, Lunch Accounts & Free/Reduced Lunch Application: Manage student meal accounts & Apply for free and reduced meals at https://www.weschools.org/PayForIt.aspx

Open Positions at W-E Schools

Check out the Employment page to find opportunities for joining the Willoughby-Eastlake team: https://www.weschools.org/AssistantSuperintendent.aspx