West Point Junior High

Hey Warriors!

What an incredible week at West Point Junior High! Our Warriors are off to an amazing start this term—working hard, showing up, and living the Warrior Code every day. Keep that momentum going, Warriors—you’re doing awesome!

Friday’s Harvest Dance was a big hit! The energy, the music, and the sea of smiling faces made it a night to remember. We loved seeing everyone come together to celebrate being a Warrior! A huge shoutout to our amazing sponsors—Johnston Farms, Pumpkin Passions, and Hawgs Lawn Care—for helping make the night such a success. Check out the dance highlights in this newsletter! Thank you to all of our chaperones!

We’ve also launched National Junior Honor Society’s Annual Food Drive, and they need your help! Let’s fill those bins by the front office with canned goods, boxed cereal, and pantry staples. Donations will be accepted until November 7, so let’s show just how generous our Warrior community can be.

This week, it’s time to show your school spirit and make healthy, drug-free choices during Red Ribbon Week! Join in the fun each day:

Monday: Rally in Red – Wear red & sign the Drug-Free pledge!
Tuesday: Twin Day – Match with a friend! $1 for donuts & cocoa from PTSA
Wednesday: Jersey Day – Rep your favorite team & shoot hoops at lunch!
Thursday: Warrior Pride Day – Rock your WPJH gear loud and proud!
Friday: Say BOO to Drugs – Dress up in your Halloween costume and grab a treat!

Let’s make this the best Red Ribbon Week yet and show everyone what Warrior Pride looks like!

A quick reminder: costumes are welcome on Friday, but please make sure they follow dress code, no masks or full face make up, and keep learning the focus. Check out the full costume guidelines in this newsletter.

And finally—our Warriors Are Wonderful Community Fundraiser is right around the corner! We’re still looking for a few more sponsors to help us reach our goal. Every donation makes a difference! You can learn more or donate at https://dsdgive.net/event/6624

Inside this newsletter:

Harvest Dance Recap
Boys Basketball Schedule
Red Ribbon Week Details
Halloween Costume Guidelines
Warriors are Wonderful Sponsor Information
Warrior Swag Order Form
Parent Mental Health Series
Club Information
Celebrations & More!

This week we have red ribbon week, make sure you jump in and participate

Join us for a week of fun and school spirit as we celebrate healthy, drug-free choices!

Monday: Rally in Red– Wear red and sign the Drug-Free pledge!
Tuesday: Twin Day – Match with a friend! $1 for donuts & cocoa from PTSA.
Wednesday: Jersey Day– Wear your favorite jersey and shoot hoops at lunch!
Thursday: Warrior Pride Day– Show your school spirit in WPJH gear!
Friday: Say BOO to Drugs– Dress up in your Halloween costume and grab a treat!

Let’s show our Warrior pride and make this the best Red Ribbon Week yet!

HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDELINES:

Be respectful: Avoid stereotypes. Be racially sensitive and culturally appropriate. Students may not dress up as an ethnic or cultural group (i.e., a Mexican, a Geisha, a Native American, etc). Skin color must not be altered in any way.

Be responsible: Recognize that students in a wide age range will see the costumes. Costumes should be family friendly. Masks may not be worn. Costumes may not be gory or threatening. No make-up that alters skin color is allowed. Minimal costume makeup is allowed.

Be safe: No hand-held weapon accessories, real or pretend are allowed. Crowns or hats may be worn. Hand-held accessories such as a microphone, wand, etc. are discouraged because they can be lost or break.

Be kind: Costumes should be fun and exciting, not political, or offensive.

Be understanding: Students may dress up as fictional characters if they follow the above guidelines.

West Point Junior High NJHS Kicks Off Annual Canned Food Drive

West Point Junior High’s National Junior Honor Society is excited to announce the start of its annual Canned Food Drive. This important event brings our school community together to support families in need and fight food insecurity. Students, staff, and families are encouraged to donate non-perishable food items throughout the drive. Every can and box collected will help make a difference for local families during the upcoming holiday season. NJHS members are leading the effort by organizing collections, promoting participation, and volunteering their time. Members will also earn service hours for their contributions and leadership. To make things even more exciting, there will be rewards for top contributors and classes that show the most school spirit. Together, we can turn small acts of kindness into a big impact. Join us in showing what it means to care, share, and serve. Let’s make this year’s Food Drive the most successful one yet!

The Food Drive is happening now and runs through November 7. Bring in Canned food, Dry Cereal, Boxed items and nothing in glass. Food bins are located by the front office. Thank you for your support.

Sponsors Needed

Warriors Are Wonderful — We’re Looking for Sponsors!

Hey Warrior Community!

It’s that time of year again — our annual Warriors Are Wonderful fundraiser is here! Over the past five years, West Point Junior High has raised and donated more than $38,000 to local charities, thanks to the incredible generosity of our community. This year, we’re setting our sights on a new goal — $15,000 — to support two amazing causes that directly impact local families:

Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP)

A national organization that builds and delivers beds to children who don’t have one. Every donation helps make sure no child sleeps on the floor. Learn more

Warrior Haven

Our very own Family Connection Center here at WPJH! Warrior Haven provides students experiencing homelessness or hardship with bedding, clothing, snacks, hygiene products, and family resources. More info

How Local Businesses Can Help

Our local sponsors are the heart of this fundraiser! Your support helps us teach students the power of giving back. All donations are tax-deductible and make a lasting impact right here in Davis County.

Sponsor Benefits:

Recognition in our weekly school newsletter (reaching over 2,000 patrons)
Public thanks during our Warriors Are Wonderful assemblies, including the Closing Celebration on December 19, 2025
Recognition on our school website and social media
$600 or more: Receive a 3’×5’ banner displayed in our gym for an entire year, seen by students, families, and the community during games, assemblies, and city events!

Ways to Give

Monetary Donations: Click here to donate

In-Kind Donations: Gift cards, merchandise, coupons, or Sleep in Heavenly Peace items (twin sheet sets, comforters, pillows, wood, or tools). These items also serve as incentives for students who serve and give during the fundraiser!

Donations can be mailed to West Point Junior High or given directly to a visiting representative.

Together, let’s continue our tradition of kindness, community, and Warrior pride. Let’s show what it means to be Warriors Who Are Wonderful!

Questions? Contact Lyndsi Drysdale at ldrysdale@dsdmail.net or 801-402-8117.

More information in the attached letter.

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Upcoming Games

Our West Point Boy Basketball are having a great season. This week we will have two away games.

Tuesday October 28: Our West Point Warriors will have an AWAY game and take on Milcreek Junior High. Come support them and dress up like a friend for Twin Day.
Thursday October 30: Our West Point Warriors will have an AWAY game against North Layton Junior High. Come support and wear West Point Gear!

For home games, students are welcome to watch, but must remain in the gym. Our student government will provide face paint and join our cheerleaders in bringing Warrior pride to the games. Come sit in the student section and support our team! Go Warriors!

Honoring Our Heroes — Veterans Day Flag Ceremony

Join us Tuesday, November 11 at 7:50 AM for a powerful Flag Ceremony as we honor the brave men and women who have served our country.

Our incredible WPJH Band will perform Taps, and we’ll come together as a school community to show our gratitude and respect for all veterans.

Let’s fill the morning with pride, unity, and appreciation — see you there, Warriors!

Show Your Warrior Pride — Order Your Swag Today!

Our Warrior Swag Store is always open, and we’ve got everything you need to show off your school spirit in style! From comfy crewnecks and classic tees to bucket hats and yard signs — there’s something for every Warrior!

How to Order:

Step 1: Fill out the order form here:

https://forms.office.com/r/1A980qwZty

Step 2: After submitting your form, make your payment here:

https://dsdgive.net/event/6310

Step 3: Pick up your swag when notified it is ready. Bring your QR code from your receipt to pick up.

Orders take about 2 weeks to process and will be available for pickup in the main office once ready.

Prices:

$25 – Crewnecks
$15 – T-Shirts
$12 – Bucket Hats
$35 – Sweatpants
$20 – Warrior Yard Signs

View all items & order here: bit.ly/swagwpjh

Counseling Center Newsletter

Want to get updates on the counseling center. Check out October Newsletters from the counselors here:

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Good things at West Point

Are you hearing about great thing happening at West Point? We want to hear from you! What are you seeing in your classes and the school. Let us know what is happening and share any information you want about the amazing things our students and teachers are doing here:

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