Student Bulletin

Tuesday November 17, 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.

Quote of the day: “When you cease to make a contribution, you begin to die.” Eleanor Roosevelt

Water Conservation Tip: 97% of the world's water is salty or otherwise undrinkable. Another 2% is locked in ice caps and glaciers. That leaves just 1% for consumption by ALL living creatures, including plants and animals.

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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Your West Hills Drama Kids will perform “Saving The Greeks One Tragedy At A Time” November 20^th and 21^st at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $6.00 for students and $8.00 for adults. Tickets may be purchased in the Finance Office.

Tutorials are running Monday through Thursday in the library from 3-4. Math offered daily, English and Science Tuesday and Thursday, Spanish Tuesday and Wednesday, Social Science Wednesday only. See schedule in library or on school website.

Hey Pack! November is Premature Birth Awareness Month. Dress up next week to support the March Of Dimes in the fight to save babies. Tuesday 17^th – wear purple (the March of Dimes color); Wednesday 18^th – dress up like a baby; Thursday 19^th – Career Day (what did you want to be when you were younger?); Friday 20^th – favorite TV show character as a kid.

November Is Prematurity Awareness Month: The March Of Dimes is a non-profit organization that works to improve the health of babies. In the United States, 1 in 8 babies are born prematurely, many with lifelong complications including cerebral palsy and mental retardation.

Senior Cap And Gown Orders: Today, November 17^th during lunch outside the Student Store. Don’t miss out!

Math Club’s 2nd California Math League Contest: If you like puzzles and challenging your brain, then listen up! The WH Math Club proudly announces the 2nd California Math League contest of the school year will take place in M6 at lunch today. Show up with something to write with, a calculator, and your lunch. All math levels are welcome.

Congratulations to freshman Ja’ana Diamond for making the finals in the League Tennis Tournament.

Anyone Interested In Wrestling This Year: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE YOUR ATHLETIC CLEARANCE BEFORE TRYOUTS BEGIN. Clearance forms are available on the school's website (wolfpack.guhsd.net). Tryouts begin Wednesday, November 18^th at 4:00 pm in the Wrestling room.

The Stay-Over Program (SOP) At UC Irvine offers prospective students the chance to experience what college life is really like by sharing a typical day with a UCI student. Guests are paired with SOP hosts of the same gender living in on-campus housing. UCI will be hosting students from January 13-March 4, Monday through Thursday. There is a $25 application fee, with a limited number of scholarships for financial hardship. Apply early at: http://www.housing.uci.edu/sop/ or see Mrs. Pratt for more information.

Gymnastics Meeting: This Friday, November 20^th at lunch in the Gymnastics Room. This is a mandatory meeting for anyone interested in gymnastic, preseason and try-out information.

Health Office will close today, November 17^th at 1:30 pm.

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Boys Golf Meeting on Wednesday at lunch in room E3. This is for any student interested in playing golf this season.

Class Of 2012 Marie Callender’s Pie Fundraiser money and flyers are due Wednesday, November 18^th. Vouchers and flyers will be passed out Friday, November 20^th in the Black Circle.

Seniors: Don't forget that Monday, November 30th is the last day to submit applications to University of California campuses and California State Universities.

Saturday School Correction Date: There is no Saturday School on November 21st or November 24th.

Yearbook Prices Are Going Up December 1^st: Purchase your yearbook today in the finance office to save money. The cost of the book is $85.00. All yearbook purchases made from November 1st to November 30 will be entered into a prize give-away drawing. Don't miss this opportunity! Any questions see Mrs. Ruggles in A-4.

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.

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.

November 19, 10:30 a.m. UC Riverside

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.

• • • • Collaboration Day

Monday, November 30th

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. Thursday and Friday each week. Active ingredient glyphosate, N- (phosphonomethyl) glycine in the form of its isopropylamine salt.