March Newsletter

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Welcome to March. As we are well into the 3rd quarter of school, many amazing things are happening not just in the classroom but also in many of our extra and co-curricular activities. Music is gearing up for Festival in April and our winter sports just finished up their season. In addition, our PTBC once again sold Valentine grams earlier in the month and AVID sponsored the Light Up the Night Dance. As we continue to work hard in the classroom, spring break will provide a short break for us to return and finish out the year strong.

Parents, we want to hear from you!

Schools across the state are participating in Idaho’s custom, parent engagement survey. This survey gives you the chance to tell us how schools are doing in meeting your needs.

The survey takes only a few minutes and your responses are anonymous, and they will be critical to helping us find ways to maximize satisfaction, engagement, and communication.

RESPOND BY March 31 - don’t wait!

Parent survey link

https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/204888/p30811

Thank you for participating in this survey.

On Thursday, March 16, 2023, all 9th-grade students at West will have an opportunity to participate in the PSAT 9, a test offered by the College Board that helps students get early feedback on their knowledge in the areas that matter for college and career readiness. The cost of the test has been covered by the district so that all students may participate. All 9th graders will be excused from periods 1-5 to participate in testing. Students will be assigned a testing room at West and those details will be shared in the week leading up to the test. We appreciate any efforts to avoid scheduling appointments that would require your child to leave school during this time. If you have questions or concerns about your child's participation in the PSAT 9, please contact John Ruprecht at john.ruprecht@boiseschools.org.

The meeting for the PTBC this year will be on Tuesday, March 14th from 7:00-8:00pm in the library. We really need the parents of 9th graders to attend so that a committee can be formed for the Freshman Farwell. For those new to West or having first time 9th graders, in May, the 9th graders have an evening celebration and dance that only 9th graders get to attend. It is a very special event that the parents plan and host.

The food drive was a huge success! Over 985 items were collected. Thank you to everyone who helped us so that we could help our community.

If you still want to guarantee getting a yearbook this year, please order it soon. We sent in the final numbers to the printer so don't wait to order one. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Drzayich at kellie.drzayich@boiseschools.org

https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01563300

Track for 7th and 8th graders starts on March 28. Practice right after school at 2:45

If you have any other sports related questions please contact Mark Miller @ mark.miller@boiseschools.org

March 14- PTBC Meeting in library at 7:00. All are welcome to attend. We need parents of 9th graders to help plan and organize the Freshman Farwell.

March 16- PSAT for 9th graders

March 17-End of 3rd quarter

March 20-24-SPRING BREAK-No School or practice

March 27-4th quarter starts

A reminder to parents that Boise School District provides parents/guardians with the ability to monitor your student’s activity on their District-assigned digital device via the GoGuardian Parent App:

• GoGuardian Parent App - Welcome letter
• GoGuardian Parent App Instructions

Annual Notification Regarding Public Release of Student Directory Information

The Boise School District complies with federal law (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) as it relates to the release of student directory information to the public. To learn more, log on to www.boiseschools.org and navigate to Parents & Patrons > Parent Information > FERPA Form. Or, please call the Clerk of the Board at 208-854-4123 to obtain a copy of the FERPA form.

Janet Cherry - Principal

Bryce England - Assistant Principal

Email: janet.cherry@boiseschools.org
Website: https://west.boiseschools.org/
Location: 8371 W. Salt Creek Ct., Boise, ID 83709
Phone: 208-854-6450
Twitter: @WestMustangsBSD