Student Bulletin

Monday October 26, 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: “My recipe for life is not being afraid of myself.” Eartha Kitt

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.

Athletic

Other Meetings

Outstanding Student Nomination:

Newest Notices

Boys’ Basketball: There will be a brief meeting Tuesday, October 27^th at lunch (12:20) in room HE-4 for student athletes interested in trying out for basketball this year. Remember your physicals, and clearance card requirements.

Girls’ Golf: Nice job Wolf Pack! The girls’ beat Helix in their last match 235–288, to win a share of the new “Grossmont-Hills” League Title. Champs again! Match play begins today.

West Hills Gay Straight Alliance will have a guest speaker on Tuesday, October 27th. Ron Goetz, an active member of PFLAG (Parents Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays), will talk to the club about family support and share the personal story of his son's struggle for acceptance. The meeting is at lunch, in room E-7. All are welcome!

Juniors and Seniors: Our class ring company will be on campus to take class ring orders on today, October 26, during lunch in front of the ASB/Student Store. 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.

Congratulations to Samer Gazale, Tim Sweeney, Lesya Cherkashyna, and Matt Villedieu for tying as high scorers on the October contest of the California Mathematics League! Way to go!

November's competition happens on November 17th in M6 at lunch. Newcomers are welcome.

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The Ambassador From Cuyamaca College's Outreach Department will be at West Hills today, 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.

Lost Tie Clip: Gold with a fly-fishing hook on it. Please return to the Front Office. Possible reward.

Attention All Students With Work Permits: Your school attendance is reviewed at the end of each grading period. If you have accumulated 6 or more period absences, tardies, and/or truancies your work permit will be restricted which means you will be permitted to work only on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Your current GPA is also reviewed. A student whose GPA falls below a 2.0 will be issued a restricted work permit. Please remember, “School is your first job!”

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 .

SENIORS: SDSU rep will be on campus Wednesday, October 28, lunchtime, room L1 (across from library). Valuable information will be made available to you...please be sure to attend and bring your questions too!

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.

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 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.