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Anatomy students got to show off their artistic skills while learning about the integumentary system and wounds. They designed a fake wound on a classmate and then were able to investigate and describe the impact that it would have in real life.

Mr. Coburn is the Michigan Adviser college adviser that is assigned to work with seniors in both the Watervliet and Coloma school districts. He has already met with each Senior at least one time this year in order to establish how can assist each in achieving their plans for life after high school. Seiors and their parents can meet with him as needed. Feel free to reach out to him at christopher.coburn@watervlietps.org.

The Michigan Youth Challenge Academy is coming into the home stretch w/ Information Sessions for our upcoming cycle (beginning January 12, 2025). We have upcoming sessions in both Benton Harbor (Nov. 20) and Kalamazoo (Nov. 25). Info sessions are an opportunity for prospective applicants and parents/guardians to learn about the MYCA. Attendance at an in-person session is a mandatory step in the application process for those who choose to apply.

Interested stakeholders are welcome to attend as well (no need to register, only potential applicants should register).

Attendees should register to attend at: https://www.michigan.gov/myca/events

Spanish 1 & 2 students have learned about the Mexican culture and Day of the Dead.

Spanish 1 students designed an alebrije that represents them (an animal from air, land and sea). Spanish 2 students write funny poems and put them on a calavera.

Question: Where did you grow up?

Boyne City High School in Boyne City, Michigan

Question: Where did you go to college, what degrees do you hold?

Two years at KVCC, then on to Western Michigan University where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in History with a minor in Group Social Studies. I have also earned a Masters degree in Athletic Administration/Sport Management from Western Michigan University.

Question: What do you teach, coach, and advise?

I teach U.S. History and U.S. History In-Depth. I am currently the varsity golf coach.

Question: Tell us about the members of your family.

I have been married to my wife Lauren (a Watervliet Middle School Math Teacher) for 21 years. I have two kids, both of whom are students at North Elementary. My daughter Jocelyn is 10 and in 5th grade. My son Cedric is 8 and in third grade.

Question: What do you like to do for fun?

I love sports and anything to do with sports. I love to golf as much as I can, I enjoy coaching my kids football, basketball, and baseball/softball teams as much as possible. I also enjoy traveling to new places and experiencing different cultures. I love spending time with my family doing a wide variety of things including camping, boating, bike riding, board games, and just about anything else. Finally, I also enjoy cooking.

Question: Why are you proud to be a WHS Panther?

I'm proud to be a Panther because I think our district is the best in the area. We have staff that are passionate about what they teach and coach, and who genuinely care about students. When I started teaching and coaching here almost 23 years ago I was not planning on staying very long, but once I was here for a little bit it became a place I didn't want to leave.

Wesco is honored to be part of every community in our 55 locations and is fortunate enough to give back to them. Through our relationship with Pepsi, $20,000 of fountain profits will be donated to local public high schools like yours.

Every Wesco location will donate three cents from each fountain drink sold to local public high schools during November until the $20,000 donation goal is reached. Each Public High School will receive a minimum of $100. The rest of the $20,000 pledge will be distributed according to sales.

As one of the high schools selected, you will be notified of the amount collected from your local Wesco in early January. We are excited to work with Pepsi on this generous giving program for our local public education.

Sincerely,

Bryan Link
Marketing Director
Wesco Inc.

FRESHMEN

Nolan Weckwerth

Erica Burgos

Karina Short

Aiyanna Forrester

Chloe Womac

Jane Rudell

Kaden Conklin

Miranda Lowell

Jadden Kahler

Steffi Lewison

Persaius Thomas

Leah Melton

Kendra Goss

Annabella Schadler

Eliza Brooks

JT Isbrecht

SOPHOMORES

Sofie Shafer

Liz Leblang

Kenzie Webster

Sienna Harris

Olivia Mitchell

Aj Holmes

Gage Sirk

Angelica Daisy

Adrian Hernandez

Kyle Domingo

Sofia De Veras Quaresma

Vivienne Sexton

Leanna Lovell

Gage McKie

Analia Alvarado

Shelby Schlipp

Jacqueline Brito Lorenzo

Gabriel Shotts

Javion Veal

MaKena Guzman

JUNIORS

Moeko Crago

William Sherrard

Chris Parkhurst

Mya Hood

Felipe Garcia

Jaylee Havenaar

Ava Sprague

Zeke Cardozo

Phoenix Anderson

Austin Tomes

Cole Getz

Adeleni Moron

Jack Rodgers

Izzy Tarantino

Jeremy Morton

Jacob Pleyer

Halee McLean

Sukhpreet Singh

Karla Cervantes

Eli Alsup

SENIORS

Logan Schaefer

Hayden Arnosky

Lilly Summers

Kendra Sanders

Maddison Roell

Carter Krohn

Kim Romero

Nicole Bender

Gavin Collins

Kayden Harrington

Jewell Burgess

Tyler Asakevich

Kyra Sullivan

Ben Casper

Jordan Brule

Nic Terry

Each month, Ms. Powers meets with WHS parents to review upcoming dates and events at the high school. This is also a time to ask questions and share concerns. Please see the slides below from the most recent PAC meeting that was held on October 30th. The next PAC meeting is November 20th at 7 PM. All high school parents are invited.

Bangor has an Intercare clinic on their campus that offers FREE sports physicals for students. If families have insurance, the clinic will accept it. If families don't have insurance, they simply proceed without payment. Sports physical forms can be picked up in the main athletic office. After paperwork is completed, the families will call 269-427-6810 to set up an appointment. The clinic is open 9am - 3pm, Monday through Friday.

The alternative in town is the hospital but there is a $60 fee associated with the physical.

Kalamazoo Valley Community College to Host Nov. 7 Technical Trades Expo

Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Advanced Technology Center is hosting a November 7 Technical Trades Expo. During the expo, which runs from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Texas Township Campus, prospective students can learn about automotive technology; electrical technology; energy technology systems; construction; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); engineering, design and manufacturing technology; and welding technology. Information about the college's additional technical trade opportunities will also be available.

The event will include tours of the technical trades labs, demonstrations and information about financial aid, internships and apprenticeships. Visitors will have the opportunity to talk with current and former students, instructors and local employers.

More details on website:

https://www.kvcc.edu/technicaltrades/

Do you want to know more about our standards based learning and grading initiative? Be sure to visit our informational page that explains how we assess and grade in the standards based system. If you have questions, please be sure to speak with your student's teacher or principal.

Parents will receive a Monday night phone call if a student is failing any class as of Monday morning. This will occur every week of the school year. If you receive this call, please talk with your child. Ask to see your child's grades in Canvas or log into Canvas yourself.

1. What work is your child missing?

2. What is your child struggling with?

3. Does your child need to complete missing work from being absent?

4. Does your child need to meet with Mrs. Dawson to get extra assistance?

Email or call Mrs. Dawson, the School Counselor, if you do not know how to help your child with failing grades. jdawson@watervlietps.org.

Each week of the school year, the faculty at the high school will review with your child the expectations in one area of the building. The purpose of teaching and reviewing these expectations with your child is to 1. Make sure they understand the expectations in the building and 2. Assist them in having success at the high school. Please review the LOCKER expectations with your child. The expectations below will be reviewed during this coming week.

Students and their families looking to secure more financial aid for college are encouraged to register for an informational webinar about the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which is the newest State of Michigan scholarship program expected to impact the majority of students.

Participants will be able to gather the following information:

• Information about the NEW Community College Guarantee
• Michigan Achievement Scholarship eligibility requirements
• Michigan Achievement Scholarship award amounts
• Important action items for students and families
• Additional resources and program information

All sessions are free of charge and open to the public. Register for one session only, as space is limited.

Closed captioning will be provided. If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, contact mistudentaid@michigan.gov two business days prior to the scheduled webinar. Requests received after that date cannot be guaranteed, but every effort will be made to provide the accommodation requested.

The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential is not affiliated with National Merit Scholarship Corporation or its registered trademarks National Achievement®, Achievement Scholarship®, or Achievement Scholar®.

Take a look at the high school calendar dates for the first half of this school year. Additional dates have been added since the last time this calendar was sent home. Feel free to contact the high school office with any questions or concerns. This calendar will continue to be updated and included weekly in our parent newsletter.

NOVEMBER

6 Early Release 1:10 PM dismissal

6 Debate League Competition

6 Military Parent Informational Night 6 PM

8 SOTM Breakfast 8:15 AM

13 SAC Mtg. 7:30 AM

18 Financial Aid Night for Senior Parents 6 PM

19 Blood Drive

20 PAC Mtg. 7 PM

20 Early Release 1:10 PM dismissal

25 PBIS Mtg. 3:15 PM

27-29 Thanksgiving Break

DECEMBER

4 SAC 7:30 AM

4 Debate League Competition

5 Early Middle College Parent Presentation 6 PM

11 Early Release 1:10 PM dismissal

11 Winter Band Concert 7 PM

11 Career Fair

16 PBIS Mtg. 3:15 PM

18 SAC 7:30 AM

18 PAC Mtg. 7 PM

19 Winter Choir Concert 7 PM

23-31 Winter Break

JANUARY

1-5 Winter Break

6 Students and Staff Return

8 SAC 7:30 AM

10 SOTM Breakfast 8:15 AM

15-17 Exams; 1/2 days 11:40 AM dismissal

17 End of Semester 1

20 No School for Students (MLK DAY)

22 SAC 7:30 AM

27 PBIS Mtg. 3:15 PM

29 PAC 7 PM

29 Early Release 1:10 PM dismissal

Parent/guardian input and feedback is always important at the high school. We are always in search of parents to serve on the Student Advisory Council to the Principal for the 24-25 school year. All meetings are held in person. Any high school parent is welcome to attend anytime. Mark your calendar now to attend these meetings and provide your input. All meetings are held at 7 PM in the high school media center.

November 20

December 18

January 29

February 26

March 26

April 30

May 21

Each month, the high school hosts and provides educational sessions for parents on a variety of topics aimed at preparing students for life after high school.These presentations will again take place during the 24-25 school year. Mark your calendar for these important sessions. All sessions are held at 6 PM in the high school media center

Nov 6 Military Informational Night (recruiters from all branches of the military present to talk with interested families)

Nov 18 Financial Aide Planning Night for parents of Seniors

December 5 Early Middle College Presentation (intended for the parents of 9th and 10th graders)

Feb 25 Van Buren Tech Informational Night (intended for the parents of 9th-11th graders)

March (date to be determined) Accommodations in College Night (intended for the parents of students with IEPs and 504 plans planning on post secondary training)

April 23 Dual Enrollment Night (intended for parents of 9th-11th graders interested in earning college credit free while in high school)