Student Bulletin

Thursday October 22, 2009

West Hills Mission Statement

The mission of West Hills High School is to graduate critical thinkers and problem-solvers who contribute

positively to society as productive, responsible citizens.

• • • • Collaboration Day

Monday, October 26th

Quote of the day: “Love is what we were born with. Fear is what we learned here.” Marianne Williamson

Water Conservation Tip: If placed into gallon bottles, the 168 million gallons of water San Diego imports daily would encircle the earth more than one and a quarter times.

Students if you know of any crime on campus, please call Crime Stoppers at 888-580-tips (8477). You will remain anonymous and can earn up to $1000.00.

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COLLEGE- WEAR DAY FACT #3: Federal Student Aid, an office of the U.S. Department of Education, provides financial aid, such as grants, loans, and work-study, to students who need help paying for college. Student financial aid can be used to cover the costs of a student’s college tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation. This aid can also be used to help pay for a computer and dependent child care expenses.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or FAFSA) is the basic application that is used to apply for federal student aid. For more information about Federal student aid, visit http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/index.htm, where you can also complete a FAFSA form.

All AVID Students, The AVID Site Team, And AJ Acosta thank all staff members who have been supporting Staff College-Wear Days.

PTSA REFLECTIONS deadline is almost here! This year’s theme is “Beauty is”, and entries are due October 28th. There are six different categories for entries: Visual Arts, Photography, Musical Composition, Dance Choreography, Film and Video Production or Literature. Entry forms are available in the office, or contact Diane Spurgeon at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Hey Pack! Come out this Saturday and cheer on your award winning marching band & color guard as they compete in both parade and field competition at Mt Carmel High School. Field performance is at 9:15 and Parade is at 12:30pm. See you there!

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Are Your Math Skills Up To The Challenge? Show up to room M6 today at lunch and participate in the first math contest of the year brought to you by the California Mathematics League. Show up early, as there are only a limited number of spots.

INKWELL: West Hills' creative writing literary magazine is up and running! If you are interested in participating or just want to see what it's all about, come to our first meeting in E-7 today, October 22 at lunch. Artists, writers, photographers, everyone is welcome.

Girls’ Soccer Meeting: Mandatory pre-season meeting for those wanting to tryout for girls’ soccer Friday, October 23^rd at lunch in room SS-14.

Juniors and Seniors: Our class ring company will be on campus to take class ring orders on Friday, October 23 and Monday, October 26, during lunch in front of the ASB/Student Store. There will also be a special parent and student order day on Saturday, October 24 from 9am to 11am in front of the Administration Building. The class ring ordering packet can be picked up from the Front Office Reception Counter or the Attendance Office. Don't miss this opportunity to order your official class ring.

Come To The Santee Library Friday from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. to see teen authors Laura Preble (QUEEN GEEK SOCIAL CLUB), Cindy Pon (SILVER PHOENIX), and Barrie Summy (I SO DON¹T DO MYSTERIES). The library is in the Carlton Oaks shopping center near Hungry Howie’s. Authors will answer questions, sign books as part of the county library’s PAGE ONE FESTIVAL OF BOOKS.

Community Service Opportunity: Meet at the corner of East Park Avenue and Roanoke Road in El Cajon on Saturday, October 24^th from 9-11am. Together we will support the Make a Difference Day mission of neighbors helping neighbors by removing trash, identifying graffiti, properly recycling electronic waste, and collecting usable household donation items for the San Diego Rescue Mission. It promises to be a fun and rewarding morning! For more information and a waiver (if under 18), see Mrs. Pratt in Counseling.

Make-Up Picture Days At Boyd Anderson Studio: Again this year, we will be offering picture make-up days the first

Saturday of every month at our studio in Santee and in addition to those days we are offering two additional dates to accommodate those parents and their students. The two additional dates and times at the studio are:

Tuesday, October 20^th from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm and Saturday, October 24^th from 8:00 am – Noon. The studio's address is: 9550 Cuyamaca Suite 102, Santee, CA 92071 and the phone number is (619) 444-1184.

The Ambassador From Cuyamaca College's Outreach Department will be at West Hills on Monday, October 26, 2009 in the Guidance Office from 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Students interested in meeting with this representative and obtaining information can sign up in the Guidance Office. See Ms. Chloe for more information.

National Novel Writing Month is in November! If you are a student and would like to try writing a novel in one month, take the challenge...if you finish your word count goal (12,000 plus) you can have your novel printed FREE and sent to you FREE! Go to www.nanowrimo.org and look for the YWP, Young Writer Program.

Thinking About Pursuing A Career Related To Law? On November 7, Cal-SOAP, in partnership with USD, will be hosting an event called "So You Want To Be... A Lawyer." Learn from professional lawyers, law students, and law school admissions officers about how you can prepare NOW for a career in Law! Find out about related volunteer opportunities for high school students in San Diego! Download the application from the "Events" section of Cal-SOAP’s website: http://www.sandiegocalsoap.com. APPLICATION DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMISSION. Interest Form due by October 23, 2009.

ATTENTION ATHLETES: El Capitan High School is offering sports physicals for Winter Sports Wednesday, November 4^th at 1:30 pm in their Health Office. The cost is $20.00 cash. Please download an athletic clearance packet at http://wolfpack.guhsd.net (click on the Athletics link) or pick up an athletic clearance packet from the Finance Office before your physical.

PHYSICIAN SPORTS PHYSICALS will be doing physicals on October 24th at Scripps Ranch HS (girls' locker room) from 9am-10am, October 26th at Gompers Preparatory Academy (location TBD) from 2pm-3pm, and again on November 4th at Mira Mesa HS (Nurse's Office) from 2pm-3pm. ALL ARE WELCOME! Just bring school physical form and cash. Super convenient!

Loss Of Privilege (LOP) List: Students who fail to follow the expectations for appropriate behavior may be denied privileges such as attendance at Homecoming, athletic events, and any other school sponsored activity. Review the student handbook for additional information.

Attention Wolf Pack: Anyone interested in wrestling the Wolf Pack Express Wrestling Club meets Monday through Thursday from 3-6 pm in the Gymnastics room (located on the west end of the gym). Challenge yourself and become a member of the Wolf Pack wrestling team.

Admissions Representatives From The Following Colleges will be visiting West Hills to answer your questions about admission, financial aid, campus life, majors, etc. Sign up on the College clipboard in the Counseling Center to attend these presentations.

October 22, 12:00 p.m. California Lutheran University

October 23, 9:15 a.m. Mount St. Mary's College

October 26, 12:15 p.m. Saint Mary's College of CA

October 28, 10:30 a.m. University of Redlands

October 28, 12:15 p.m. San Diego State

October 30, 10:30 a.m. Whittier University

Senior Portraits: Attention Class of 2010, your senior portrait must be taken by our official photographer, BOYD ANDERSON PHOTOGRAPHY to appear in the senior section of the annual.

There is NO CHARGE to be photographed, but you must call or go on line to schedule an appointment at the studio. The web address is www.boydanderson.com and the studio's phone number is 619-444-1184. The studio is located in Santee (Mast & Cuyamaca).

Please make your appointment to be photographed as soon as possible because the deadline to be included in the yearbook is approaching.

SPRAYING OF THE LIQUID HERBICIDE “REMUDA” Diluted To 2 Ounces Per Gallon Of Water - EPA Reg. No. 228-366-54705 will occur in flowerbeds and grass pads from 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday each week. Active ingredient glyphosate, N- (phosphonomethyl) glycine in the form of its isopropylamine salt.