Warhawk Family Update

WCHS Daily Announcements

Warhawks in Action

In this Edition......

Warhawks in Action

Warhawk Culture - Be A Great Teammate

FAFSA Beta Testing Information

Warhawk Theatre Presents - The Movie Game

Warhawk Volleyball - Volley for the Cure!

School Clinic Updates

School Counseling Needs Assessment Information

Academic Boosters

Parent Teacher Conference Information

QDOBA Athletes of the Week

PSAT Information

Rotary Study Abroad Scholarships

Career Center Information

US Air Force Academy Information

ASVAB

Financial Aid Night at WNHS

Columbus College Suburban Fair

Senior Pictures - Yearbook

Warhawk Athletics

Upcoming Dates and Events

School Meals and Food Resources 25-26

WCHS Bell Schedules

Sept 15 - Regular Bell Schedule

Sept 16 - Regular Bell Schedule

Sept 17 - Extended Flytime

Sept 18- Regular Bell Schedule

Sept19 - NO SCHOOL

Warhawk Culture - Be A Great Teammate

UCLA Coach John Wooden once said, “A player who makes a team great is better than a great player.” His philosophy reminds us that true greatness isn’t found in individual accomplishments but in how we contribute to the success of the team or family.

This connects directly to our Warhawk Blueprint — Own It, Better Together, Pursue Excellence. Great teammates are selfless. They prioritize the team, look for ways to make the team better, and choose to fully embrace their roles.

This weekend, I came across a post on X from CoachAJ Mental Fitness (@coachajkings) that made me think of our team and family here at WCHS. He shared 8 ways to be a great teammate:

Work hard
Be humble
No complaining
Commit fully
Own your role
Be positive
Be accountable
Care for others

It takes ALL of us — students, staff, and families — bringing the best version of ourselves each day to make WCHS a great place. Thank you for Owning your role, striving to be a great teammate, and keeping our Warhawk Family as a priority. Have a great week! Go Hawks!

Wings Up ,

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.

Warhawk Culture Playbook

Follow me on X: @dsayre32

Stay Connected to WCHS

Follow us on X: @WarhawksWCHS

Follow us on Instagram: @warhawkswchs

FAFSA Beta Testing

Each year, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) provides more than $120 billion in financial aid—including grants, loans, and work-study funds—to help millions of students pursue postsecondary education. Like you, we believe education opens doors to opportunities and possibilities for students, families, and communities.

The first step on this journey is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) at fafsa.gov.

The 2026–2027 FAFSA form will officially be available on October 1, 2025. To ensure a smooth launch, FSA is currently beta testing the new form and its updated features. Already, more than 1,000 students have successfully submitted their applications through this testing process.

Throughout September, any student or parent can request to participate in this beta test. This is a unique chance to complete the FAFSA early while also helping improve the process for others.

➡️ Students and families can request access here: StudentAid.gov/joinbeta

We encourage all interested students to take part in this opportunity and get a head start on securing financial aid for their future.

The Movie Game

Warhawk Theatre Presents The Movie Game, a play by award winning comedy playwright, Adam Hummel! It tells the story of Jack Goldberg, a cinephile who would rather watch movies than get a job or live on his own. When his mother gets him an appointment with the eccentric "therapist to the stars," Dr. Seuz, Jack soon finds himself "living a movie" as a form of experimental therapy. But what he didn't anticipate was a meddling director, overly involved family members, or falling in love!

Come see this absurd romantic comedy, September 25th-28th. Tickets are on sale now at www.wchstheatre.net/ticketing.

School Clinic

Hello Warhawk Families,

I hope you and your students have had a great start back to the school year! I am happy to have them back in the building and have enjoyed catching up on their summers.

A couple of reminders as we approach the Fall season...

Parents of Seniors

Please make sure to get your student’s Meningitis booster if you have not already done so. If this is already scheduled please reach out to me and let me know when your appointment is. Immunizations can be done at annual well visits, local health departments, or a pharmacy clinic. Ohio School Immunization Requirements

Illness Procedures

If your student is sick and needs to leave school, they are required to come to the clinic and then sign out through attendance. Please keep your child home if they have a fever of 100.1 or higher, are vomiting, have symptoms of pink eye (itchy, watery, redness, pain, drainage), skin rashes/ blisters, or any other symptoms that keep them from fully participating in their school day. Students can return when they are fever free for 24 hours without using medication and symptoms have improved.

Medications

If your child will need daily or as needed/ emergency medications kept at school, or if they self carry any medications, updated documentation is required each school year. All forms and other clinic information and resources can be found on the Health Services page on the district website.

Questions? Reach out anytime!

Amanda Ward, RN

wardaman@westerville.k12.oh.us

614-797-6812

School Counseling Needs Assessment

Warhawk Families, Westerville Secondary Schools will be conducting a School Counseling Needs Assessment for all students in grades 6-12 this year to identify needs, areas for program improvement, topics for small groups, barriers to student success, as well as strengths and gaps in existing services. The school counseling team worked together to develop the set questions in 4 areas: Academic, Social-Emotional, Career and College, and general needs. Students will take the anonymous needs assessment during Advisory/Flytime on September 17, 2025.

Please see the information flyer, the list of survey questions, and the letter and opt-out form linked below for more details. Our team will review results to ensure the school counseling program is responsive and aligned with the school's evolving needs.

School Counseling Needs Assessment Flyer

Survey Questions

Letter and Opt Out Form

Academic Boosters

Academic Boosters will be providing Jersey Mike’s to our Warhawk staff to help transition from school to parent teacher conferences on Wednesday, Sept. 17th. Help us with a few extras to complete the meal by donating an item on our signup sheet here:

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C084EA8AA29A0FFC70-58466199-staff

Arts & Crafts Market Information

Academic Boosters aims to enrich and support all students with their academic needs. Over the years, they have purchased things like graphing calculators, smart TVs, whiteboards & markers, extracurricular program supplies, supplies for Hope Squad, t-shirts for Freshman First Flight, thousands of dollars in Senior scholarships, and the list goes on!

To pay for these programs, they are hosting the Westerville Central Arts & Crafts Market on Saturday, October 25th. They will need volunteers, raffle items, baked goods, and more to help make this event a success!

Please take a look at the links below to see how you can help! THANK YOU!

Bake Sale: www.wcaacmbakesale.com
Volunteers: www.wcaacmvolunteers.com

QDOBA Warhawk Athletes of the Week

The Warhawk Athletes of the Week for September 8 are senior soccer player Leah Kalan and senior football player Omar Bangura!

Both were nominated by their coaches for exemplifying the qualities of the Westerville Central Culture Blueprint:

Own It
Pursue Excellence
Better Together

As captains of their respective teams, Leah and Omar lead with both their words and actions. Each will receive a Warhawk Athlete of the Week t-shirt and a free burrito from QDOBA Polaris Parkway.

A big thank you to QDOBA Polaris Parkway for sponsoring the 2025–26 Warhawk Athletes of the Week program!

Parent Teacher Conferences

We look forward to connecting with you during our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, September 18, and Thursday, September 19. Conferences are an important opportunity to partner together in supporting your student’s success.

How to Schedule a Conference:

Visit any of the following links (all go to the same place):

Or simply scan the QR Code below to access the scheduling site.

Conference times are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to sign up early. If you are unable to find a time that works, please contact your student’s teacher(s) directly to make alternate arrangements.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to seeing you soon!

PSAT

All Juniors in Cohort 2027 and Sophomores Cohort 2028 who have already signed up and paid will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 starting at 7:25!

All other students in Cohorts 2026 and 2029 will be attending on a 3 hour late arrival schedule. The schedule is linked below!

October 8 PSAT Schedule

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SOkYIu3SSNwyjjmfqBmNtAY13YIUhtDeYetyb4YOr8c/edit

Rotary Study Abroad Scholarships

If exploring another country, making life-long international friends and learning a new language is for you, then consider a High School Study Abroad Scholarship offered by your local Rotary Club.

For more information on the study abroad scholarship opportunity, you and your parents can attend an in person information session on September 13th, or a zoom session on September 17th. To get the invite for the sessions, fill out the contact form at StudyAbroadScholarships.org. Students and parents are invited.

Please reach out to RotaryStudyAbroadScholarships@gmail.com with any questions!

Career Center and Air Force Academy Information

Attention 10th Graders Interested in Career Tech

The Delaware Area Career Center and the Columbus/Fort Hayes Career Centers are coming to Central on Wednesday, September 24th to talk to all sophomores through their English classes. This presentation will discuss the different career tech programs they offer and the process on how to visit in November. More information to follow in regard to upcoming visit dates.

Attention Students Interested in the U.S. Air Force Academy

There will be an Influencer Workshop for students, parents, and educators on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM at The Junto (77 Belle St, Columbus, OH 43215) This session will cover the USAFA application timeline, academic leadership requirements, and the selection process. A Q&A will follow. Here is a flyer with details if interested.

ASVAB

The ASVAB is a great tool to give students insight to their skills and potential occupations for their future. Taking the ASVAB is a mandatory test for military enlistment, however you could still take the test if you would like another tool for career exploration. The test is free and will be held:

Date: Tuesday, October 21

Time: 8:00am (Student should arrive no later than 7:45am)

Place: Westerville South High School Library

** Students from Westerville North and Westerville Central are invited but must find their own transportation. Students from WNHS and WCHS must sign in at the Main Office prior to coming to the Library.

Students need to complete the Google form to register for the ASVAB test. The deadline to register is October 15th. See your counselor if you have any questions.

Columbus College Suburban Fair

The Columbus Suburban College Fair will be held at Capital University on September 21st from 1:00-3:30pm. This is a great opportunity to speak with different college representatives throughout the country. For more information in regard to the Columbus Suburban College, please review this flyer. Register here if interested in attending.

Senior Pictures - Yearbook

Senior Photos can be uploaded to

www.yearbookshare.com and use code Warhawk.

Photos need to be high-resolution and MUST be in .jpeg format.

NO LATE PHOTOS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Senior photos may be submitted for the yearbook until March 6, 2025.

Tips for Senior Photos

Upload images with a .tif, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, or .heic extension.
Do NOT use images pulled from the web or screenshots.
Upload the largest photo possible (25MB max)
Senior photos are to be portrait (vertical) orientation, NOT landscape (horizontal).
Upload ONLY ONE photo

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Deborah Jones, room 2203, Jonesd@wcsoh.org.

Warhawks Athletics

Athletic Information 2025-26 School Year

2025–2026 Ultimate Warhawk Season Passes for students, adults, and families are now available! These passes provide access to all Westerville Central home athletic events throughout the year

🎟️ Click here to purchase your pass now!

Fall Sports Practices officially begin at the end of July, but many teams are already holding workouts and conditioning sessions. Reach out to the coach of your sport for more details.
📬 View the Coaches Directory

📅 Click here for the complete Warhawk Athletic Schedule

If you have questions or need additional information, please contact the Westerville Central Athletic Department at 614-797-6827 or visit our website.

Athletic Director: Andy Ey Eya@westerville.k12.oh.us

Support Staff: Teressa Snedegar snedegat@westerville.k12.oh.us