In this Edition......
Warhawk Culture
Graduation Request - ADA Seating, Interpreter Request and Name Pronunciation
Graduation Flowers
National Decision Day - May 1, 2025
Senior Lunch and Walk
School Counseling Updates
Honors Diploma, Medallion, President's Award, Evening of Excellence, NCAA
AP Exam Schedule
Important Dates
Warhawk Culture
It’s hard to believe, but the final days of high school are quickly approaching for our Class of 2025! We are so excited to celebrate this incredible group of Warhawks and all they have accomplished.
This past Wednesday, we met with the Senior class to emphasize the importance of finishing strong—both in and out of the classroom. We reminded them that these last weeks are not only about celebration, but also about representing themselves, their families, and our Warhawk community with pride and integrity.
As we shared with them, “Please don’t do anything we can’t defend.” We encouraged them to continue living out the values outlined in our Warhawk Blueprint and to continue to take ownership of their “20 square feet” here at Central—their actions, attitudes, and words.
We have many exciting events coming up to honor and celebrate our Seniors. These events are privileges, and we want every student to be able to enjoy them. Unfortunately, inappropriate behavior or poor decisions may result in a student being unable to participate.
Thank you in advance for your partnership and support in helping our Seniors finish strong. Let’s work together to make these final days meaningful, memorable, and full of Warhawk pride.
GO HAWKS!
Wings Up and Rise Together Warhawks,
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.
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Graduation Flowers
Graduation Flowers and Class Apparel
We are thrilled to partner once again with The Commencement Group to provide a convenient way to order flowers for your graduate on graduation day! Click the link below to pre-order your flowers and pick them up at the Celeste Center when you arrive for the ceremony.
WCHS will receive 25% of all pre-order sales, directly supporting the student activities account, which funds student clubs and incentive programs. Custom Class Apparel, that features every graduate’s name, is also available for purchase.
Pre Order Now : thecommencementgroup.com/westervillecentralhs/
Senior Lunch & Walk
We are thrilled to continue one of our favorite Warhawk traditions—the Senior Lunch and Walk—as we celebrate the Class of 2025!
This special event will take place on Thursday, May 15, 2025, and we would love for you to join us in making it a memorable day for our Seniors.
Here’s what the day will look like:
12:30 PM – Senior Class Meeting in the Auditorium (Students Only)
We’ll review key information about graduation rehearsal and the upcoming graduation ceremony.1:00–1:45 PM – Senior Lunch (Students Only)
We’ll be grilling out and serving lunch to the Class of 2025 as a way to celebrate their hard work and accomplishments.1:55 PM – Senior Walk Begins (Parents and Students)
Seniors will line up outside the West doors alongside our amazing Warhawk Band. They’ll walk through the Commons and exit through the East doors by the stadium.
We invite all parents and guardians to join us at 1:55pm by lining up outside the East doors, forming a tunnel of celebration for our Seniors to walk through. The walk will conclude on the stadium field, where families and students can gather, take pictures, and enjoy this special time together.
We hope you can attend and help us send off the Class of 2025 with pride, love, and lots of Warhawk spirit!
School Counselor Updates
Hey Seniors: The list of students who have met the criteria for the Honors Diploma, Medallion, and President's Award is posted outside of the Counseling Office. Please see your counselor if you think something is incorrect or if you have questions. These awards will be recognized at Evening of Excellence and Graduation.
Honors Diploma: Check out the criteria in the Academic Planning Guide
Medallion: 3.7 or higher of a cumulative weighted GPA.
President’s Award for Education Excellence:
- Earn a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale (un-weighted)
- Achieve an 85th percentile or higher in math or reading on either the ACT or SAT
- SAT cut scores (updated 2022):
- Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW): 630
- Math: 620
- ACT cut scores (updated April, 2022):
- Reading: 29
- Math: 26
NCAA Division 1/2 College-Bound Athletes
NCAA Division 1/2 College-Bound Athletes
If you plan on attending a NCAA division 1 or 2 school after graduation, it's important to request your final amateurism. You must do this to be eligible to practice, compete and receive athletics aid in college. Take a look at this short video or easy-to-understand PDF on this quick step in the process.
Upcoming Dates
Prom - April 26, 2025 7pm -10pm
May 1st College T-shirt Day; Wear your future school/program t-shirt to school
May 13th Senior Night of Excellence; Academic Awards
May 15th Senior Lunch and Senior Walk
May 16th Senior Last Day
May 19th Cedar Point Trip
May 20th Senior Night of Reflection
May 23rd Graduation Rehearsal 8:30 am (be at Celeste Center by 8:00 am)
May 24th Graduation 10:00 am (be at Celeste Center by 9:00 am)
Westerville Central High School Warhawks
Principal: Dawn Sayre
Assistant Principal: Tyler Holmes 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