Admin Team Weekly Faculty Update

Please review the following testing schedule and logistics for the upcoming week. It is important that everyone is aware of the the dates, times and accommodations to ensure testing runs smoothly.

Tuesday, October 27 Junior Testing

Juniors will test from 10:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

Special Pops will begin testing at 9:30 a.m. to accommodate their extended time requirements.

Please ensure that you are familiar with the schedule and that all necessary preparations are completed in advance. Your cooperation and flexibility are greatly appreciated as we work to provide a smooth and organized testing experience for our students.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Ms. Fleming-Collier, Ms. Vinson or Ms. Cooper.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.

All teachers should have received the link to the Google Drive folder from admin that you will use to upload your weekly lesson plans. The link was shared with you via your Google email. If you haven't received or cannot locate the link, please notify the Admin team as soon as possible.

The lesson plan template can be found in the WSLA Staff Google Classroom. The information to join the WSLA Staff Google Classroom is also provided within this newsletter. See below.

The linked presentation above explains the new procedures for students to be able to visit their Guidance counselors. Please make sure you are familiar with the procedures.

To ensure greater consistency in how uniform expectations are enforced across WSLA, we are implementing an updated process for identifying and addressing uniform violations.

Random school-wide uniform checks will take place during first period. When a uniform check is initiated, an announcement will be made over the intercom directing teachers to check their classrooms for students who are not in compliance with the school uniform policy.

At that time, teachers are expected to:

1. Check their classrooms for students who are out of uniform.

2. Enter the names of students with uniform violations into the designated Google Form.

3. Continue with instruction without sending students out of the classroom for uniform violations.

Teachers should no longer send students individually to the Main Office or other designated areas for uniform violations. All violations identified during school-wide checks will be documented and tracked. Grade-level deans and administrators will be responsible for following up with students and families as needed.

The goal of this updated process is to establish a consistent, school-wide approach to uniform enforcement while minimizing disruptions to instructional time.

Thank you for your cooperation and continued commitment to maintaining a positive, structured learning environment at WSLA.

Initiated by GCSC Superintendent Dr. Yvonne Stokes, the Angel Room was born out of the outpouring of generosity from agencies and individuals following the tormentous storm that impacted Gary and surrounding areas on August 11, 2026.

In the days following the storm, numerous community organizations and partners stepped forward to provide food, household necessities, hygiene products and other critical resources to residents. However, many GCSC teachers and staff members were unable to access some of the daytime distributions because they were working and continuing to serve students and families.

The Angel Room provides a centralized location where donated necessities and resources can be made available to members of the GCSC community who need additional assistance.

Resources for available for GCSC staff

GCSC employees, scholars and their families who may need additional necessities, supplies or other available resources are encouraged to submit a confidential request by emailing info@garycsc.k12.in.us.

Click on the following link to join the WSLA Staff Google Classroom, our hub for information and resources!

https://classroom.google.com/c/ODg1MjM1NDYzNjQ1?cjc=wcveyex2

If you're having issues joining and want to try using the join code, here it is: wcveyex2

The staff mailroom is now operational! It is located just to the left of the Main Office.

When items are placed in your mailbox, office staff will notify you so you know to stop by and check it.

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Kimberley Mead, WSLA Special Education teacher, on recently earning her Master’s Degree in Special Education from Grand Canyon University!

This accomplishment reflects Ms. Mead’s dedication to professional growth and her commitment to making a difference in the lives of students. We celebrate this exciting milestone and applaud her hard work and perseverance!

Congratulations, Ms. Mead! Your WSLA family is proud of you! 🧡💙

As the WSLA football season comes to a close, we want to recognize our Cougar football players for their hard work, determination, and dedication throughout the season. Our Cougars played with heart and soul, fought until the final whistle, and demonstrated what it means to never give up!

We are proud of our players and the effort they put forth every time they stepped onto the field. A special thank you goes to Head Coach Hidalgo for his leadership, commitment, and dedication to our student-athletes.

Congratulations on a season you can be proud of, Cougars! Keep your heads high and remember—Cougar Pride never stops!