We would like to thank the following businesses and families for the donations of money and prizes for our After Prom Party 2020-2021.
It was a huge success with 57 students attending. We live in the most supporting community. West Side Greers Ferry just shows out when it comes to the love they show our kiddos. A huge thank you to: Cameron Tangen, Linda and Tom Tangen, John and Amber McIntosh, Natural State Nutrition Center, State Farm- Ed Lasyone Insurance Company, Natural State Federal Credit Union in Searcy, The Real Estate Center, MDM Investments (Josh Miller), Community Water System, Ernie and Kari Murphree, Landry Realty, Rotary Club of Fairfield Bay, Cornerstone Pharmacy in GF, Larry and Tina Rooks, Fairfield Resort, CT Designs, Jacks, Diane Gerald, Oasis, Judy Kendrick, Burl Bittle, Nichols Realty, First Electric, Gentry Brothers Logging, Knapp Truss, Sonic, Giggles and Marshmallows, Inger’s Butikk, Subway, Target, FFB Bowling and Golf, FL Davis, ASU, UCA, FAB&T, KFFB, Eagle Bank, Cobblestone, The Sweet Shoppe, Serenity Spa, Indian Hills Golf Course, Mountain Ranch/Tannenbaum Golf Course, Danny’s Place, El Poblanos, Nikki Cothren with Diamond Hospitality, LakeSide Chiropractic (Jacob and Rachel Smith), Marshall Agency, Paige with His Creations, Rachel with Golden Shutter Co.,, Red River Dodge, Round Rock Cafe, Jackie’s, Baptist Health, Bentleys, Junior and Sharon Fife andTracy’s On The Lake. Thank you to all the parents, grandparents, and community members that made this night possible!
May 6, 2021 is designated as the National Day of Prayer.
National Day of Prayer History
In the early 1950s, an evangelical movement called for Congress and the President to proclaim a National Day of Prayer. The movement grew and a young leader, Evangelist Billy Graham, led services for approximately 20,000 on the steps of the Capitol on February 3, 1952. Later that year, Congress proclaimed a joint resolution for a National Day of Prayer. President Harry S. Truman proclaimed a National Day of Prayer to be observed on July 4, 1952. Each year since that date, Americans have observed the day in their own way. The observance moved to the first Thursday in May by President Ronald Reagan and has been proclaimed each year since.
Please join us in prayer for our nation, our leaders, our communities, our churches, our schools and our people.
Congratulations to Haley Gentry and Kamryn Sutterfield on signing their letter of intent to play basketball North Arkansas College! Good luck to both girls as they move on to the next level!
STAR STUDENT: CASSIDY BUNTON
Congratulations to Mrs. Amanda's Star Student, Cassidy Bunton! Cassidy was chosen for her demonstration of courage to those around her. She was presented with a certificate and water bottle filled with goodies from Officer Donald. Way to go, Cassidy!
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: RACHEL SOUTHERLAND
Rachel is the school nurse at West Side, and we are lucky to have her. She has been here seven years as the nurse, but was once an Eagle herself. When she isn't taking care of all of the kids at school, Rachel enjoys spending time with her family, doing anything crafty, and reading. Thank you Nurse Rachel for all you do for our students and staff!
Mrs. Tabatha's kindergarten class recently released their butterflies after learning about the life cycle of a butterfly! What a fun experience!
Congratulations to Thomas "Tomcat" Murphree for becoming a Microsoft Office Specialist in Excel 2019 and Access Expert 2019!
The West Side Senior Boys and Kadence Dilks competed in their first 1A State Track Meet in Mineral Springs on Monday. They represented West Side well! Travis Gentry, Dax Hipp, Carson Stark, and Asa Carr placed 3rd in the 4x800m relay. Jake Ballard, Dax Hipp, Carson Stark, and Travis Gentry placed 6th in the 4x400m Relay. Asa Carr placed 8th in the 800m dash. Kadence Dilks was 4th in the 3200m run. Way to go Eagles!
Mr. Caleb's 5th graders did a project on the 3 branches of the US government. They were split into three research groups for the three branches of government: executive. legislative, and judicial.
There were 102 people that signed-in to fish at the West Side SOAR/Angler Fishing Derby on May 1st. Ian Harper won Smallest Fish with .08lb! Grayson Inzer won Most Fish with 14! Carson Crispell won Largest Fish 8.24lb!! Thanks again to the Johnny & Linda Bittle for the use of their pond.
Key WSHS Dates
Friday, May 7, Virtual Day
6 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, academic awards ceremony recognizing Grade 7-12 students. Invitations will be sent to students who are recognized.
6 p.m. Monday, May 17, athletic awards ceremony recognizing Grade 7-12 athletes, including fishermen
Friday, May 21, Virtual Day
7 p.m. Friday, May 21, Graduation Ceremony at Brady-Hipp Arena
Monday, May 24, Semester exam review day
Tuesday, May 25, Odd-period semester exams
Wednesday, May 26, Even-period exams
Thursday, May 27, Makeup exams only if approved in advance
Here is the website for Regional Softball tickets! https://gofan.co/app/events/299849?schoolId=AAA
Here is the website for Regional baseball tickets! https://gofan.co/app/events/299776?schoolId=AAA
Support our West Side 2021-2022 Cheerleaders by purchasing some Fun Pasta! Click the link below and shop away! Makes great gifts! https://funpastafundraising.com/shop/west-side-high-school-cheerleaders. The deadline to order is May 17th!
Mr. Hunter's math classes are learning about measurement and construction!
7th & 8th graders at West Side also got some fishing time on Friday before the derby!
More teacher appreciation winners at West Side! Thank you again to all of those who have made this week possible!
Congratulations to West Side Anglers: Ty Hewitt, Landon Dodson, Logan Fife, & Grayson Inzer! The boys all caught some fish on Greers Ferry Lake in April. Logan and Grayson teamed up for a weigh-in of 5.32 and Landon and Ty had a combined weight of 7.15. Way to go boys!
Congratulations to the Lady Eagles Softball Team for winning both Conference and District Titles! The girls will play on Thursday in the Regional Tournament at ICC
West Side 5th Graders had a blast fishing on Friday at Bittle's Pond!
