The Book Fair at West Side, the annual opportunity for families to purchase literature and other fun stuff, runs Nov. 7-11. Online shopping @ t.ly/7J3d
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Positive Office Referral: Cohen Hunt
On a field trip, Cohen opened the door and kept it open for not only his classmates and teachers but for other people at the museum.

We are so proud of our HS Cross-Country team for their showing at the 1A State Meet yesterday at Hot Springs. A special congratulations to Dax Hipp for placing 4th in the boys' division. #GoEagles


In this month's Talon, the West Side's Family & Community Newsletter ... Can you help with "Careers on Wheels"?, Upcoming Grandparents as Guardians Meeting, Is It the Flu?, "Responsibility," and the Book Fair




West Side eSports continued its winning ways on Thursday, beating Newport 2-1 in Super Mario Kart. After dropping the first set, the team of Maggie Ott, Jordan Ragsdale, Caleb Cross and Kolby Lockard came roaring back to dominate sets 2 and 3, improving their record to 4-2.



STAR STUDENT: KASEN GRIZZLE
Congratulations to Kasen Grizzle for being selected as Mrs. Tori's Star Student! He was selected for being responsible in the classroom! Way to go, Kasen!
West Side 1st graders are working on Holiday Cards for our Military in Mrs. Orene's classroom.
West Side High School FBLA students attended a Leadership Conference at the University of Central Arkansas today. Leaders of tomorrow are being developed at WSHS!
Eighth graders at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville yesterday viewed one of 12 remaining copies of the U.S. Constitution, which is part of the “We the People: The Radical Notion of Democracy” exhibit until Jan. 2.
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Don't forget to nominate a well-deserving high school teacher or staff member to honor for the month of November!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Nn2sTnicpy580tHmIL3NS8lm_NH6L0ELOJVlN6jI99Q/edit#responses
The eSports Mario Kart Team of Kolby Lockard, Caleb Cross, Jordan Ragsdale and Maggie Ott bounced back from an early deficit to defeat Riverside 2-1 on Wednesday. Great job!
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K-2 students had more Halloween fun this week in enrichment class with Mrs. Teresa learning about chemical reactions while "melting" witches.


The Greers Ferry Library has storytime for preschool to Grade 3 students at 10 a.m. each Saturday from October 15 to November 19. For more information, please contact the library at (501) 825-8677.
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A Cub Scout informational meeting will be held at 6 pm Thursday at the West Side Cafetorium for all boys and girls in grades K-5 who might be interested.
Mrs. Cherie's Outstanding Artists for October are Kelsey Blevins in 4th grade and Ashley Boyd in 6th grade! Congratulations!


5th graders recently made presentations about animals and features related to the book Island of the Blue Dolphins in Mrs. Debbie's Literacy Class.




Because of the anticipated economic impact of the total eclipse in 2024, community leaders and citizens are asked to attend an informational meeting Tuesday, Nov 1, at West Side Cafetorium at 6 pm.

Tracy Starks from the Arkansas Department of Health gave a very informative presentation to our students on the dangers and precautions of opioids and other prescription medications. Thank you for being part of our Red Ribbon Week!

Brody Henderson was Caught Being Kind in Mrs. Debbie's 6th grade. He helped a classmate pick up papers. Way to go, Brody!

A second FAFSA Night for seniors and parents will be held Tuesday, Nov. 1, from 4 pm to 7 pm in the Brady-Hipp Arena. Mrs. Ritter and a financial aid analyst will be on hand to assist parents and their student with the financial aid process. Please bring your phone, 2021 taxes, and chromebook. Contact Mrs. Ritter at 501-472-1898 with any questions.

