West Side School District

This post corrects the flashback photo of the 2018 girls golf picture (mistakenly posted but now deleted) ... The girls team won Cougar Golf Tournament, becoming champs for the 3rd time at the Cougar. Emma Johnson medalist, Kendra Harness medalist runner-up. Haley Gentry 4th overall, Kortnee Finch 5th overall. Team score (2 day total): 536 (won by 54 strokes) #WatchUsSoar

For the 5th time in 6 years and 4th straight year, the girls golf team won the 2-day Fairfield Bay Classic, which ended Thursday. Haley Gentry: Medalist Emma Johnson: Medalist runner-up Kendra Harness: 3rd overall Kortnee Finch: 6th overall Boys: Travis Gentry: 8th overall Ashton Klepko: T-9th overall Brenton Knapp: 11th overall Asa Carr: 15th overall #WatchUsSoar

Seniors, juniors, and parents, both on-campus and virtual students ... Please visit the High School office from 8 to 3 p.m. today or tomorrow to pick up Student Handbook, required school forms, and parking application, if driving. All forms can be signed on site if both parent and student come. Parking spots can be issued with signed form and copy of driver's license and insurance card. Questions? (501) 825-7241 #WatchUsSoar

15th Annual Eagles/Lady Eagles Athletics Golf Tournament September 19, 2020, 9:00 Tannenbaum Golf Club Register a team here: https://events.golfstatus.com/event/2020-9-dec50e-west-side-eagles-golf-tournament/details/registration-details

These AAA changes were approved today by the governing body.

Parents, just a reminder ... tomorrow is the deadline to enroll K-12 students in online learning for the fall semester. The online application is at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenuPiSFH4PY_-LUNrwjmczmg092QPvnVZH9pxqaNtGab1zXQ/viewform #WatchUsSoar

West Side K-12 parents, please complete this short survey to confirm which students will be attending classes ON CAMPUS in the Fall 2020 Semester. DO NOT complete this form if all of your children will learn at home online. https://bit.ly/2OSjSVy

There have been many questions asked about what school might look like in August. Much time and effort has been spent trying to answer those questions. The District will provide two options for students this school year. Students will either choose a traditional on-site option or Lake Town Virtual Academy, a digital option. There may still be some unanswered questions at this point, but answers to many of your questions should be contained in the document linked below: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Yfrpsf6Y8NX8Ix_Ne2mBvenfnIeWSA-iKoNNm4a7fIU/edit?usp=sharing

Career Coach Vacancy https://jobs.asub.edu/postings/3167 West Side SD partners with Pangburn SD and ASU-B Heber Springs to provide this grant funded position. The position is an employee of ASU-B Heber Springs and splits their time between the campuses of West Side High School and Pangburn High School. The position opening will close on July 27.   

During the governor's press conference yesterday it was announced that schools could start no earlier than Monday, August 24. A revised academic calendar for 2020-21 will be adopted in the near future. The calendar will be shared publicly after adoption.

A few reminders to those attending Friday’s graduation, which begins at 7 p.m. … +This event is possible because the school is following directives of the state Department of Health. Everyone's cooperation is imperative for the health of all in attendance. +The doors of Brady-Hipp Arena will open at 6:15 p.m. An early arrival will ensure all can enter and choose a seat while following the physical distancing requirements. +A ticket is required to attend. A face mask must be worn at all times while in the parking lot and in the Arena. +No congregating is allowed in the parking lot or inside the building before or after the ceremony. +Attendees must remain 6 feet from others at all times, except when seated with other members of the household. +Household groups should stay 6 feet apart, which is two unoccupied seats or one unoccupied row. Restricted rows are marked off with yellow tape. +Hand sanitizer will be available upon entry of the Arena, along the concourse, and in restrooms. Frequent hand washing is recommended. A limited number of courtesy face coverings will be available.

Reminder, WillSub training is tomorrow at 9:30 for those interested in being a substitute.

Due to increase in area virus cases, attendance @ Friday’s graduation will be limited to patrons who have already have tickets. All attending must wear face covering and keep physical distance. Doors open @ 6:15 p, ceremony 7 p. Q’s? Call the office at (501) 825-7241 #WatchUsSoar

Please take a few moments to share with us any questions, comments, concerns or suggestions you have regarding school this fall: https://forms.gle/C9dDSFcWdK7Hcc3m8

Correction, substitute teacher training will be provided by WillSub on Wednesday, July 8 at 9:30. Apologies for the confusion.

United States Census 2020 It is beneficial for the community and the school for you to complete the Census. Please do so by going this link: https://2020census.gov/en.html

Graduation will be @ 7 pm Fri., July 10, at Brady-Hipp Arena. Limited free tickets required for admission. Face coverings must be worn. Seating 6’ apart. Tickets available at the office, 8-3 W, 8-noon Thu., and regular hours next week. Call (501) 825-7241 for info. #WatchUsSoar

Seniors, still working toward the ACT score of 19 to qualify for the Academic Challenge? Arkansas accepts the July ACT score. No fee late if registered by tomorrow. ACT info @ https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html#dates #WatchUsSoar

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2020-2021 High School Students: Ms. Cornett has contacted you by school email (grades 10-12), postal mail (grades 8-9), or class dojo (grade 7) regarding class schedules for next year. If you have not responded, you have until this Friday, June 26 to do so or a schedule will be created for you. Email Ms. Cornett at terri.cornett@westsideeagles.org with any questions.