Happy International Women's Day! Spring is in the air and with it come longer and, hopefully, sunnier days. At WSHS, the energy is high. Our What's Up Westside newsletter is bursting with updates on all the amazing happenings around campus.
A huge shoutout to the incredible individuals who contribute to our newsletter, and a special thank you to Janel Lardizabal for weaving it all together each week. Your dedication is truly appreciated!
As we dive into the season of growth and renewal, we are also tackling some big projects, including the development of next year's budget. While there are challenges ahead with potential reductions in funding, we remain positive. We are anticipating an increase in enrollment, which will help offset some of these reductions. Our current budget draft allows us to maintain our current staffing levels, but may result in an increase in class size.
Our winter sports teams wrapped up their season with flying colors, and now it's time to cheer on our spring athletes as they hit the fields and courts. Plus, get ready for a dazzling performance of "Mean Girls" at the end of the month, and mark your calendars for the toe-tapping Big Band Dinner Dance.
I'd also like to extend a personal invitation to our upcoming Multi-cultural Night Celebration on Friday, March 22. It's a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our diverse community and embrace the richness of our cultural tapestry.
Remember, our strength lies in our unity as a community. Let's keep that spirit alive by staying engaged in our students' lives and remaining active participants in our school community. Together, we can accomplish anything. Here's to a fantastic spring ahead! Go, Wildcats!
WSHS Ongoing Food Drive
Tuesday, March 12, 4–5:30pm, WSHS Historical Entrance
and Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm, Main Office
WSHS maintains a pantry to provide basic necessities for students. We are in need of non-perishable foods and personal hygiene products. Ms. Stacey will be accepting donations at the WSHS historical entrance after school on Tuesday, March 12. Students can also drop off donations at the main office during regular school hours.
Big Band Dinner Dance
Friday, March 15, 6–9pm, WSHS Commons
The Big Band Dinner Dance is an annual fundraiser that supports the WSHS music program. There will be music featuring all of our school performing ensembles, the West Seattle Big Band directed by Jim Edwards, food prepared by our wonderful Culinary Arts program, a silent auction, and lots of fun! Get your tickets.
Multi-Cultural Night
Friday, March 22, 6–8:30pm
Join us for a celebration of diversity through music, dance, and global cuisine. We will have student performances, education, community resources, and fun for the whole family! WSHS will provide food, and you are also invited to bring your favorite dish to share at a potluck dinner. In observance of Ramadan, prayer spaces will be available. All are welcome to come together for an evening of cultural exploration and unity!
Please sign up to volunteer before, during, and after the event. You do not need to be an SPS approved volunteer for after school activities.
Join us at the West Seattle 5K!
Sunday, May 19, Alki Beach
The WSHS PTSA is excited to announce the return of the annual West Seattle 5K! All profits raised will allow the PTSA to fund important needs like Saturday Study Hall, classroom supplies, and student-led initiatives. Register now!
Returning this year is a grade level competition among WSHS students. The goal is to create a friendly competition to see which grade gets the most classmates to register. The winning grade gets out of Homeroom early for a donut party and cash ($250) to their grade level ASB.