Warhawk Family Update

Warhawks in Action

Warhawk Culture - Systems

Fall Academic Awards Night- Invitations

Congrats Coach Keifer

Parent Teacher Conference Information

College Application Process - Attention Class of 2026

2024-25 Yearbooks are IN!

Student Drivers and Bike Riders

Fall Theme Weeks

School Counseling Needs Assessment Information

Financial Aid Night at WNHS

Columbus College Suburban Fair

PSAT Reminders

Senior Pictures - Yearbook

GET INVOLVED!

RESPECT THE GAME

Student Supervision After School Activities

Stay Connected to WCHS!

Warhawk Athletics

Upcoming Dates and Events

WCHS Bell Schedules

Sept 1 - NO SCHOOL

Sept 2 - Regular Bell Schedule

Sept 3 - Extended Flytime

Sept 4 - Regular Bell Schedule

Sept 5 - Regular Bell Schedule

At Westerville Central, we are intentional about maintaining and elevating the positive culture we’ve built together. Our Warhawk Blueprint and Playbook define the standards, beliefs, and behaviors we commit to living out each day.

This year, we are focused on empowering our students to strengthen and protect our culture by developing their leadership skills to lead in all spaces of WCHS. We want every Warhawk to take pride in all they do and to strengthen our Wings UP mentality by living out our beliefs through their actions, attitudes, and words—using the systems we have in place: E+R=O, the R Factor disciplines, and 20 Square Feet.

To support this, we use common systems and language:

• E+R=O Formula: We can’t control the Events (E) in life, but we always control our Response (R), which directly impacts the Outcome (O). Press pause, respond “above the line,” and get a better outcome.

• R Factor System: Six disciplines that teach us how to manage our responses and build better behavior skills.

• 20 Square Feet: Each of us owns our space. How we respond within our 20 sq. ft. shapes not only our own success but also the culture of our school.
  

These systems, created by Focus 3 and the late Tim Kight—a dear friend and mentor—have guided our work for many years. If you’d like to learn more, I encourage you to listen to a podcast from Tim Kight linked [HERE].

You’ll also see posters throughout classrooms and common spaces to reinforce these shared commitments.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us build and live out the Warhawk Culture each day.

Wings Up ,

Mrs. Sayre

Principal

Westerville Central High School

Our Warhawk Blueprint outlines what we believe, how we behave and outcomes we hope to achieve together at WCHS. These beliefs are our guidepost that provide alignment in all we do.

Warhawk Culture Playbook

Follow me on X: @dsayre32

Stay Connected to WCHS

Follow us on X: @WarhawksWCHS

Follow us on Instagram: @warhawkswchs

Invitations have been emailed to families of students who meet one or more of the criteria listed below for Fall Academic Honors Night. If you do not see your invitation, please be sure to check your spam or promotions folder. Thank you!

We are excited to celebrate the achievements of our students at this year’s Fall Academic Awards Night, hosted by the WCHS Academic Boosters. Families of students who qualified will receive an official Evite invitation.

Academic Awards
Presented to students with a cumulative GPA of 3.7 or higher while attending Westerville Central High School during the previous academic year:

• 1st Award: Certificate

• 2nd Award: Academic Letter

• 3rd Award: Academic Pin

• An asterisk will denote students who have maintained a 4.0 or higher

Advanced Placement Test Awards

• AP High Five: Awarded to students earning a score of 5 on any AP Exam

We are proud of the hard work and dedication our Warhawks have shown, and we look forward to honoring them with you at this special event. Please watch your inbox for the Evite with full details.

Ceremony will be held on September 10, 2025 at 7pm in the WCHS Auditorium

Sincerely,
WCHS Academic Boosters & Administration

Congratulations, Coach Keifer!

We are proud to share that Coach Jeff Keifer has been selected to be inducted into the Central District Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame this coming November.

Coach Keifer has been leading Warhawk Baseball since 2008, after beginning his coaching career in 2003 at Westerville North—the same school where he once played as a student-athlete. In addition to his leadership on the field, he has been a dedicated History teacher at Central, teaching Sociology and Government.

His career speaks for itself:

• 347 Career Wins

• “Ruled the Ville” 12 times

• 3 OCC League Championships

• 2 District Titles & 4 District Runner-Up Titles

• 1 Regional Title

• 1 State Runner-Up Title

Beyond the numbers, his impact on the program and facilities is undeniable. Under his leadership, Warhawk Park has become one of the premier baseball facilities in Central Ohio, earning Marco Field of the Year honors from the Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association in 2021.

Please join us in congratulating Coach Jeff Keifer on this well-deserved honor. We are fortunate to have his leadership, dedication, and passion shaping the experiences of our students and athletes.

We look forward to connecting with you during our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, September 18, and Thursday, September 19. Conferences are an important opportunity to partner together in supporting your student’s success.

How to Schedule a Conference:

• Visit any of the following links (all go to the same place):

• myconferencetime.com/westervillecentral

• myctime.com/westervillecentral

• https://www.myconferencetime.com/westervillecentral

• Or simply scan the QR Code below to access the scheduling site.

Conference times are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to sign up early. If you are unable to find a time that works, please contact your student’s teacher(s) directly to make alternate arrangements.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Senior Families

College Applications:

Applying for college is underway! Wednesday, during Fly Time, your students will receive information on how to use SchooLinks during the college application process in a Google Meet. They will receive a folder that includes a transcript, senior timeline, and a few other documents. We will share all the information with families in the next family update.

The Central Talon has arrived! If your student ordered a 2025 yearbook last school year, they will be available for pick up during the lunch periods on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday (9/3-9/5) at the concession stand. Your student will be asked to show their school ID. No yearbooks will be handed out without an ID. Questions? See Ms. Deborah Jones in room 2203 or email.

A reminder that all students who drive to school must have a valid parking pass and follow all school rules. Any student found driving recklessly may face school discipline, including the loss of driving and parking privileges on school property.

We ask that you please have a conversation with your Warhawk student about these expectations. In addition, remind them to follow all traffic laws when leaving campus—this includes stopping at stop signs, yielding appropriately, and observing school zone speed limits.

For students who ride bikes, e-bikes or scooters, please encourage safe riding practices such as wearing helmets, being alert to traffic, and following the same road rules as vehicles.

Thank you for helping us keep our Warhawk community safe!

Warhawk Families, Westerville Secondary Schools will be conducting a School Counseling Needs Assessment for all students in grades 6-12 this year to identify needs, areas for program improvement, topics for small groups, barriers to student success, as well as strengths and gaps in existing services. The school counseling team worked together to develop the set questions in 4 areas: Academic, Social-Emotional, Career and College, and general needs. Students will take the anonymous needs assessment during Advisory/Flytime on September 17, 2025.

Please see the information flyer, the list of survey questions, and the letter and opt-out form linked below for more details. Our team will review results to ensure the school counseling program is responsive and aligned with the school's evolving needs.

School Counseling Needs Assessment Flyer

Survey Questions

Letter and Opt Out Form

The Columbus Suburban College Fair will be held at Capital University on September 21st from 1:00-3:30pm. This is a great opportunity to speak with different college representatives throughout the country. For more information in regard to the Columbus Suburban College, a flyer can be found here.

All Juniors Cohort 2027 will be taking the PSAT here at Central on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. You are all automatically signed up for no cost!

Sophomores Cohort 2028 you need to sign up if you want to take the PSAT here at school on October 8, 2025 in Powerschool under FORMS! You or your parent must sign up by August 29 and pay an $18 fee through Pay Central by Sept. 10 to be added to the list to take the Practice SAT. Talk to your parents or counselor if you have questions about this!

Senior Photos can be uploaded to

www.yearbookshare.com and use code Warhawk.

Photos need to be high-resolution and MUST be in .jpeg format.

NO LATE PHOTOS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Senior photos may be submitted for the yearbook until March 6, 2025.

Tips for Senior Photos

• Upload images with a .tif, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, or .heic extension.

• Do NOT use images pulled from the web or screenshots.

• Upload the largest photo possible (25MB max)

• Senior photos are to be portrait (vertical) orientation, NOT landscape (horizontal).

• Upload ONLY ONE photo

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Deborah Jones, room 2203, Jonesd@wcsoh.org.

To ensure the safety of all students, we ask that families please make arrangements so students are not left unsupervised after school, practices, rehearsals, games, or events. Students may not remain unattended in the Commons before a practice or rehearsal begins, and they must be picked up promptly once activities conclude.

Each coach, advisor, and director will share specific supervision plans (including location and contact information) with their students and families. Please review these plans and help us by ensuring your student has timely transportation and clear expectations.

Thank you for partnering with us to keep all Warhawks safe and supported!

One of the best ways to make the most of your high school experience is to get involved beyond the classroom. At WCHS, we offer a wide variety of clubs, activities, and extracurricular opportunities for every interest. Whether you’re looking to explore a passion, build new friendships, or grow as a leader, there’s something for everyone.

Check out our Extracurricular & Club Pamphlet to find the right fit for you!

Keep up with the latest Warhawk news, events, and celebrations by following us:

• WCHS on X (Twitter): @warhawkswchs

• WCHS on Instagram: @warhawkswchs

• Warhawk Athletics on X: @athletics_wchs

• Mrs. Sayre on X: @dsayre32

Also, please make sure your email address is current in PowerSchool so you’ll receive our weekly Warhawk Family Update every Sunday at 6 PM.

Go Hawks! 🦅

September 1 - NO SCHOOL

September 10 - Fall Academic Awards 7:00pm

September 16 - Financial Aid Workshop and Information Night - 6:30pm at WNHS

September 17 & 18 - Parent Teacher Conferences

September 19 - NO SCHOOL

September 24 - Fall Absentee Picture Day

Sept 29 - Oct 4 - Homecoming Week

October 11 - Warhawk Band Competition - OSU Stadium

October 25 - Academic Boosters Arts & Crafts Market

October 16 - 1st Quarter Ends

September 19-21 - Fall Play

Nov 26-28 - NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break

December 19 - End of 2nd quarter/1st Semester

December 22, 2025 - January 5, 2026 - NO SCHOOL - Winter Break

Principal: Dawn Sayre

Assistant Principal: Max Gunn A-G

Assistant Principal: Eric Nickel H-N

Assistant Principal: Stacy Smith O-Z

Athletic Director: Andy Ey

Important Numbers:

Main Office 614-797-6800

Attendance 614-797-6820

Fax 614-797-6801

Instructional Time: 7:25 AM - 2:05 PM

Office Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Website: https://www.westerville.k12.oh.us/29/home
Location: 7118 Mount Royal Avenue, Westerville, OH, USA
Phone: 614-797-6800