At 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, and a couple of Fridays a month, West Side will dismiss early with parent pickup at 2 p.m., and buses will run 1 hour 10 minutes early. See "West Side Early Dismissal Schedule" @ westsideeagles.org/news/ to see why the school is dismissing early.
Quarantining properly will help stop the spread!
West Side and Kroger Health are teaming up for a COVID-19 Pfizer vaccination clinic for students 12 and older from 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, at the school. Parents of students aged 12-15 must be present. Forms went home today with students and should be returned to school on Monday. Call the school @ (501) 825-6258 for more information.
West Side School District has 8 positive cases resulting in 109 students and 4 staff members quarantined for the amount of days necessary according to the state Department of Health. Parents of students considered to be close contacts have been notified.
The boys and girls golf matches originally scheduled for September 16 at Turkey Mountain have been changed to September 15. Looking for other school events? Check out the "West Side School District" app or visit westsideeagles.org/events #Soaring2NewHeights
Business sponsorship opportunity -- the Eagle Golf Tournament, a 4-person scramble at Tannenbaum GC on Sept. 18. Sponsorships: (1) $100 hole sponsor (with other sponsors); (2) $200 solo hole; (3) $300 Banner [deadline is Sept 4]. Contact Shane Davis @ (501) 825-7241 for details.
West Side High School proudly welcomes Mrs. Samantha Winkler to the Eagle Team. Mrs. Winkler teaches 7th and 8th grade math along with Algebra A & B. She has been in education for five years as a substitute, Special Ed paraprofessional, and teacher. She will be a December Graduate of the Master of Arts in Teaching program at UCA. Her husband is Active Duty Air Force, and they have three children which all are Eagles this year! The family also has two labs, and a few farm animals, and they love spending time outdoors. We are thrilled to have you at West Side, Mrs. Winkler!
West Side Elementary is excited to welcome Mrs. Karen Alberg to the Eagle family. Mrs. Karen will be serving as Academic Interventionist for grades K-2. She is originally from Wisconsin but moved here in 2000. She and her husband, Pete, have two college-age children. Mrs. Karen would like to thank the community for trusting her with your children.
Starting tomorrow, K-6 elementary students who are siblings of high school students have a different pickup spot. Those students, known as "walkers," will be escorted to Gathright Gym for car rider pickup. If you have any questions about these "walkers," please contact the Elementary office at (501) 825-7744. #Soaring2NewHeights
The Class of 2022 began the year, a challenging one during which they will need each other’s love and support, with a show of unity Friday — wearing matching jerseys. #Soaring2NewHeights
Please share with golfers ... a four-person scramble, the 16th annual Eagle Golf Tournament, will be held at Tannenbaum GC on Sept. 18 as a benefit for Eagle athletics. Entry cost of $200 per team. Contact Tannenbaum GC or Shane Davis @ (501) 825-7241. #Soaring2NewHeights
West Side 7th grader and EAST student, Jazzman Bird, made a hat for Mr. Phillip Ramsey! What an example of kindness! Way to go, Jazzman!
Another new and important face at West Side is Mrs. Sarah Shannon. She and her husband, Curtis, have been married 19 years and are both educators. They have two girls Lakyn and Linley. Mrs. Shannon says she is excited to join the West Side team because it feels like a family that works together and does whatever is needed for our students. She also says, she's looking forward to a great year at WSHS!
West Side students are enjoying meals in their new cafeteria!
Starting Monday, August 23, K-6 elementary students who are siblings of high school students have a different pickup spot. Those students, known as "walkers," will be escorted to Gathright Gym for car rider pickup. If you have any questions about these "walkers," please contact the Elementary office at (501) 825-7744. #Soaring2NewHeights
The home tennis match previously scheduled for today vs. Heber Springs and Viola has been cancelled.
The 2021 yearbooks have arrived! The West Side yearbook staff has begun circulating the latest annual, titled "Turn the Page." Extra copies are available on a first-come basis. If you would like to purchase an extra copy, send $40 or a check made out to West Side School, care of Mr. West.
If you would like to pre-order your copy of the 2022 yearbook, go to:
http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A00364650
Order by 9-17-21 and get $5 off the price and four free icons! For any questions, please email joe.west@westsideeagles.org.
Just a reminder of Elementary Handbook rules, parents picking up children from school must remain in the vehicle while waiting for their child to arrive. This is intended to ensure security and to make leaving campus safer for everyone. #Soaring2NewHeights
Parents, staff, and students, please remember that drivers cannot use a cell phone or device when in the school zone or when the vehicle is moving in school parking lots. We want adults and children to be safe! And, we don't want anyone to receive a ticket. #Soaring2NewHeights
Here is another new face to the district, Mrs. Tania Estell. Mrs. Tania is the administrative assistant to the superintendent, and this is her 26th year in education. She and her husband have three sons and 4 precious GRANDS! Mrs. Tania says she is so happy to be a part of this community and looking forward to meeting West Side Patrons and making new friends.
