The Howl
📵 We Want Your Feedback: Cell Phone Policy Survey
This school year, we implemented a bell-to-bell no cell phone policy to support student focus and learning. As we reflect on how it’s going, we’re asking for your input.
We invite caregivers to take a few minutes to complete a short survey about the policy, including your perspective on consistency across classrooms and fairness in how expectations are applied. Students will also receive a separate survey via email to share their experiences.
Your feedback will help us celebrate what’s working and identify areas for improvement as we continue to build a positive and focused learning environment for all students.
Prom
SP West’s Prom is scheduled for Saturday, May 16. Pay close attention to the following deadlines.
APRIL 27 @ 8:00AM: Prom Guest Forms are Available
MAY 7 @ 3:45PM: Prom Guest Forms are Due
MAY 11 @ 8:00AM: Prom Tickets go on sale
MAY 14 @ 12:00PM (Noon): Prom Ticket Sales End
College Rep Visits
Representatives from the following colleges will be in Student Services during WIN time this week. Students should sign up in FlexiSched with Mrs. Griffin
Thursday, April 16 - Lawrence University
A Student Above!
FAFSA
NEW! Virtual FAFSA Events
Do you need help completing the FAFSA? College Goal Wisconsin is hosting two free virtual FAFSA help sessions.
Their expert volunteers will guide through the process, answer questions and help ensure your application is complete.
Who can attend: High School seniors, college students, parents, and anyone needing FAFSA assistance
What to bring: Your FSA ID, tax and asset information, and any FAFSA questions
Format: Online session via Zoom.
Date:
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 from 6:00-7:00pm
UW Madison Precollege Business Events
The following opportunities are being offered by the UW Madison School of Business and Precollege Programs. Event information and application materials are included in the linked handout:
Precollege Summer Camp: Business Basics - June 15-18, for current freshmen (applications due by April 30)
Precollege Summer Camp: Junior Business Basics - June 22-25 OR June 29-July 2, for current sophomores and juniors (applications due by April 30)
UW Madison Engineering Summer Program
UW Madison is hosting an Engineering Summer Program from July 11-July 31. Current sophomores and juniors can apply by March 2. More information and application links can be found on this website.
Donations
We kindly invite you to support our school community by contributing to student recognition, staff appreciation efforts, and cap-and-gown assistance for graduating seniors. Your generosity helps us celebrate hard work, honor dedication, and ensure every student can walk proudly at graduation. Thank you for making a meaningful difference! Donations can now be made through the Infinite Campus school store. Donation Link
Event Guideliness
Please review the SPASD event guidelines. Our athletes are ready to take the field, stage, pool, court, pitch, course and so much more this school year. Together we will continue to make these fantastic, safe and enjoyable events for all.
All West students will need their student ID or if they have not yet received their 25/26 student ID, they will need to look up their Infinite Campus profile. This can be done in advance and screenshotted for quick access.
Building Hours
- Building opens at 8:05: Students may enter the building at 8:05 and will remain in the commons 8:20. Between 8:05-8:20 students may eat breakfast and socialize in the commons. At 8:20 students may begin to move to their classes.
- If your transportation situation makes it impossible to drop off your students later than 8:05 they will be allowed to stand in the vestibule (between the glass doors) until 8:05, particularly on inclement weather days
- Building Closes at 4:00: At 4:00pm the building closes daily. All students must be with an adult (coach, club/activity, 5th hour tutoring, etc) or leave the building for safety as we do not have supervision available after 4:00pm.
Please plan rides, drop off/pick up accordingly.
