Parent Update

Last Updated: 3/20/2023 1:11 PM *|MC:SUBJECT|*
Principal's Message

Topics In My Section:

  1. Basketball Game for ALS Research  - Donations Appreciated!
  2. Scheduling Updates - Action Required from all Parents!
  3. Ohio State Tests - Bell Schedules Now Linked!
  4. Important Senior Information - End of Year Dates/Deadlines
  5. Important Upcoming Dates - Through end of April

Basketball Game for ALS Research
On Friday, March 24 (day before break begins), we will be on a one-hour early release schedule in order to have our 1st Annual Students vs Staff basketball game for ALS Research. All students will be dismissed from 10th period to the main gym at 1:05PM to watch our 8 basketball seniors face 10 brave staff members in a rousing game of 5 on 5. Please plan accordingly for that day! 

Scheduling Updates - Action Required!
Scheduling season comes to a close this week with the last step being the parent signature on the Course Verification Form. This form will open in the Parent Portal of PowerSchool on 3/20 and stay open until 3/24. Parents can go in and view what courses their student selected for next year. If teachers had different recommendations for your student, you should've received an email already this week stating the discrepancy. Please know that for CCP classes, students have until Friday to finish their steps otherwise they will be dropped from their CCP classes until the steps are completed. They may be double booked in classes in the meantime, but your student should be able to identify that for you. 

Additional resources: 
  • Many students and parents have also asked about seals. Here is a great FAQ page to help explain them! 
  • Students who want to take classes over the summer (outside of WCS): fill out and be approved for a Credit Flex Application, then purchase and begin the course. 
  • SUMMER SCHOOL INFO Available:  Summer School 2023. If your child has failed a class in the past, it is extremely important that they make up the credit(s) through summer school as open spots in those courses are not guaranteed to fit in their schedule the following year. If your child is in danger of failing a current class, please continue to check Powerschool or reach directly out to your child’s teacher. If your child is looking to work ahead on courses, this process applies to you as well.  Please note, registration deadlines are approaching and some classes fill up quicker than others.  Please register for summer school soon.

Spring OST’s (Ohio State Tests) Testing
The next round of testing is this April. We will have a Double Bus Run delayed start, only bringing the students testing at the beginning of the day. If your Warrior is in one of these classes, they will come at the normal school start time. All others will arrive for Advisory starting at 11:30 AM (Here are the bell schedules). Please mark your calendars as follows:

  • ELA I and II - April 12th (Wednesday)
  • Geometry & Algebra - April 18th (Tuesday)
  • Government & US History - April 19th (Wednesday)
  • Biology - April 20th (Thursday)

Important Senior Information:

Caps | Gowns | Tassels
Buckeye Scholastic is our graduation products provider. Here is the  website. This is where cap and gowns (tassels) can be purchased. You can also order a yearbook at this site. 

Academic Awards
From April 3rd to April 14th we post a list of academic awards and seals earned on the windows of the Pupil Services office. Students must check the list for accuracy and let Mrs. Wilcox know if they feel there is a discrepancy. This should be completed no later than April 14th.

Senior Survey
All graduating Seniors must complete the Senior Survey which opens April 3rd and will close April 14th in order to be included in the Evening of Excellence Program. Any submission after April 14th is not guaranteed to be included. This survey is also how counselors know where to send final transcripts in June. It is vital that students fill this out accurately.

Other Deadlines/Important Dates

  1. Senior picture deadline was March 15thClick here for the submission form. 
  2. Destination Day is May 5th, wear a t-shirt with your post HS plan! 
  3. Evening of Excellence (Senior awards night) is May 18th at 7pm in the WPAC.
  4. Cedar Point (class trip) is on May 22 and we will leave Westerville North at 7:15am and leave Cedar Point at 6:30pm. Seniors who purchase their ticket through the school MUST ride the bus! Tickets are limited and on sale now. Purchase tickets HERE it will ask for a passcode, which is your student ID Number. Students must have all their school fees paid.
  5. Graduation Rehearsal is mandatory on May 26th and starts at 8:30 AM. Please be there between 8-8:30 to be ready to start promptly and not miss key information.
  6. Graduation is on May 27th at the Celeste Center at 10am. If you need accessibility for guests who are hearing impaired, please contact WNHS to let us know. There will be floor seating that is wheelchair accessible. If you have not handed in your presenter form to Mrs. Smiley in the front office, please do so ASAP. 
Important Dates:

March
  • March 21: NHS Induction Ceremony, 7 PM
  • March 24: Staff vs. Student Basketball - One Hour Early Release Schedule (Students will all stay until 2:05 PM)
  • March 27 - 31: Spring Break
April
  • April 3: Return from Spring Break
  • April 5: Kiwanis Academic Varsity (Top Ten of Class of 2023) Awards Program , 6 PM (WCHS)
  • April 6: Warrior Way Leadership Summit
  • April 12: ELA I and II State Test (Adjusted Bell Schedule - Double Bus Run)
  • April 13: Notables Heart & Music Concert, 7 PM (WPAC)
  • April 14: Academic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, 11:00 AM (WLC)
  • April 15: Athletic Booster Auction, 5 PM (Main Gym)
  • April 17: GEM Awards Program, 6 PM (WPAC)
  • April 18: Geometry and Algebra State Test (Adjusted Bell Schedule - Double Bus Run)
  • April 19: Government and US History State Test (Adjusted Bell Schedule - Double Bus Run)
  • April 20: Biology State Test (Adjusted Bell Schedule - Double Bus Run)
  • April 22: Prom @ Villa Milano, 8-11 PM

Thank you and I hope you enjoy your evening.  Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns.

Kurt

Summer School
Summer School 2023.  If your child has failed a class in the past, it is extremely important that they make up the credit(s) through summer school as open spots in those courses are not guaranteed to fit in their schedule the following year.If your child is in danger of failing a current class, please continue to check Powerschool or reach directly out to your child’s teacher.If your child is looking to work ahead on courses, this process applies to you as well.  Please note, registration deadlines are approaching and some classes fill up quicker than others.  Please register for summer school soon.

Seniors
On April 3rd the Senior Survey opens in SchooLinks for you to complete. It is vital that you complete this before April 14th in order to have your information listed in the program for Evening of Excellence (senior award night) which is May 18th. If you complete it after that date, we can't guarantee your information will be accurate. This survey is also how counselors know where to send your FINAL transcript in June. Please take a minute to watch this video for instructions and complete your draft worksheet copy. You will be receiving a paper copy of the draft worksheet in advisory on Wednesday 3/22, as well as, watching the video. There are written instructions attached here as well. 

Otterbein
Juniors interested in learning more about Otterbein, there is a field trip scheduled for 4/13. Space is available for the first 15 juniors who turn in a signed permission slip by 3/17. Permission slips are available to pick up in the counseling office.

WPL Shadow Day
Click here for more info on WPL Shadow Day on 4/27. 

OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal 
Need a seal for graduation? OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal is a great option! No testing required and applicable to many students! You will have to fill out the first two pages and return it to your school counselor.  Page 3 is optional. Here is an example for you to take a look at. You need three mentors. These three individuals must come from two or three of the three settings: school, community, or work. For example, if you have a job but don't work in the community you can use two teachers and your boss as mentors. You fill out the Evidence column for each skill listed. You check off which setting you demonstrated the skill. You have the mentor from that setting initial and fill out the line on page 2. Once completed, you sign off and hand into Pupil Services. 

Career Center
Career Center Applications are now open.
Students interested in attending Columbus Downtown High School or Fort Hayes Career Center should apply HERE .   Any Sophomore can apply, even if they did not participate in the field trip.  Juniors may also apply for senior only programs. Students interested in attending the Delaware Area Career Center (DACC) should apply HERE .  Applications can also be accessed through their website https://www.delawareareacc.org/o/dacchs/page/future-students .  To schedule a tour of DACC please contact Mariellen Murray at (740) 201-3216 or MurrayM@DelawareAreaCC.org. Any Sophomore can apply, even if they did not participate in the field trip. Juniors may also apply for senior only programs.


Testing
SAT Test Dates: Click Here to Register for the SAT
March 11th--Register by February 10th
May 6th--Register by April 7th
June 3rd--Register by May 4th

ACT Test Dates: Click Here to Register for the ACT
February 11th--Register by January 6th
April 15th--Register by March 10th
 June 10th--Register by May 5th
 July 15th--Register by June 16th


College Credit
Students interested in earning college credit towards a career or degree in business or healthcare, find a blue poster - scan the code OR see Ms. Mosely. 

CCP
If you are interested in taking a CCP class for the 23-24 school year, please click on the link below. Please follow the sheet step by step. Each step has a clickable link for you to click on that will take you directly where you need to go to complete that step. If you have questions/need any help with going through these CCP steps, please speak with your school counselor. Steps 1-6 on the CCP Steps sheet below needs to be completed by Spring Break (March 24th)  or you will be dropped from your embedded CCP course at North. If you are planning to take a class at Columbus State Community College online/in-person, please give your registration form to your school counselor starting on the date below. The date you turn your registration form in depends on which semester you are planning to take your CCP class. The registration form can be found on the CCP Step by Step Sheet. Registration Dates: (Online/In-person at CSCC) Summer Registration Opens: February 20, 2023. Fall Registration Opens: April 17, 2023. Spring Registration Opens: October 16, 2023. CCP: Step by Step Sheet. If you have gone through the CCP steps, but don't have a 3.0 GPA, then you will need to do one of the following to show you are eligible for a CCP class: 1.  Sign-up and take/pass a placement test at Columbus State (Click here). Please send your results to your school counselor and aspiegel1@cscc.edu 2. Send your AP scores (3 or higher) to your school counselor and aspiegel1@cscc.edu 3. Send your SAT scores. You need to score at least a (SAT-480 Reading/Writing and 530 Mathematics) to your school counselor and aspiegel1@cscc.edu for eligibility 4. Send your ACT scores. You need to score at least a  (ACT- 18 English, 22 Reading, 22 Math) to your school counselor and aspiegel1@cscc.edu for eligibility . Mrs. Brake will be at lunches 3/13-3/17 to answer questions about CCP Steps. All CCP steps on Schoology & parent update need to be completed by Spring Break or you will be dropped from your requested CCP class. Please don't wait until the last minute to go through the steps, because it takes 3-5 days to apply and to get accepted to Columbus State.  

Fundraisers
All 4 Booster Groups are hosting a Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens fundraiser. Order 12 original glazed using this link and 50% will be donated back to the school until 4/3! There is also a Jason's Deli Dine Out Night on 3/22, and an Agape Dine Out Night on 5/11. 

Cedar Point
Cedar Point Ticket purchasing assistance will be in the front lobby from 3/20-3/24 during lunch periods and 10th. Make sure your fees are paid and stop by to buy your ticket this week!!

Winter Sport Recognition Night:
Our winter sport recognition night ceremony will take place THIS Wed, March 22 at 6PM in the WPAC (Auditorium). The ceremony will honor all our teams and athletes collectively, then each team will have their banquet following at WNHS.  (Due to a scheduling conflict, Girls Basketball will hold their team banquet Thursday)

2023 WNABC BOOSTER AUCTION:
Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 15, 2023 at North for the 7th annual WNABC Auction. This event is our largest fundraiser to support Warrior athletics and our goal is to raise $20,000 for our student-athletes.
Tickets are NOW available at westervillenorthathletics.com/event-tickets ($15/ticket). Here is the SCHEDULE for the evening!


SPRING SPORT GAME TICKETS:
Single game tickets for boys volleyball, track, and lacrosse home matches are always available for purchase at westervillenorthathletics.com/event-tickets. All tickets are $7.

ATHLETIC SCHEDULES: 
All Westerville North athletic team schedules can always be found under each team's page at westervillenorthathletics.com. This website is updated the moment there is a change to a team's schedule, so it should always be accurate. 

ATHLETICS SOCIAL MEDIA: 
To follow our Warrior teams, check results, and see our student-athletes get promoted for their accomplishments, be sure to follow athletics' social media accounts on Twitter (@NorthWarriorsAD), Instagram (@NorthWarriors), and Facebook ("Westerville North Athletics").


EVENT LIVE STREAM
All home lacrosse and boys volleyball contests this spring can be live streamed through YouTube by following this LINK. We have also partnered with the NFHS Network (subscription service)---go to NFHSnetwork.com to get your subscription today.

WESTERVILLE NORTH ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB: 
All our teams at North are supported by WNABC, the official boosters of Warrior athletics. Feel free to contact any of our booster executive team members and follow them on social media:

Twitter: @WNHS_Boosters
Instagram: @wnhsathleticbooster
Facebook: Westerville North Athletic Boosters


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  • respects themselves
  • respects fellow students
  • respects their school, 
  • respects their family, and
  • respects their community
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