The West Weekly
Oct. 12, 2026
Important Numbers
Main Office – 993-7800
Student Services Office – 993-7830
Attendance Hotline – 993-7845 Please call this number to report an absence
Spanish Interpreter – 993-7840
Oficina Principal – 993-7800
Oficina de Los Consejeros – 993-7830
Línea de Asistencia 24 horas al día – 993-7845 Por favor,
Intérprete de español – 993-7840
Attendance
You can leave a message at anytime. Staff listens to messages and processes them in the order that they are received, so it is suggested to allow at least 30 minutes of time before you need your student released. Students need to stay in their class until the pass is delivered to them.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Asistencia
Gracias por llamar a la línea directa de asistencia al 993-7845 para informar una ausencia.
Puede dejar un mensaje en cualquier momento. El personal escucha los mensajes y los procesa en el orden en que se reciben, por lo que se sugiere llamar con anticipación y permitir al menos con 30 minutos para que su estudiante pueda salir. Los estudiantes deben permanecer en su clase hasta que se les entregue el pase.
Bell Schedule
Below you will find an image of our Bell Schedule.
-Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 7:40am-2:40pm school day.
-Thursdays are Late Start Thursdays 8:40-2:40 school day.
Busses run normally on late start days - there is no change in the pick up times on late start days.
Students will arrive to school and will be directed to go to the bridge, the gym or the cafeteria until the 8:30 bell rings. All students will then be released to their 2nd block classes that will begin at 8:40am.
Important Upcoming Dates
Oct. 12 - All Block Day
Oct. 13 - Even Block Day - Senior Class Meeting during Seminar
Oct. 14 - Odd Block Day
Oct. 14 - Evening Conferences
Oct. 15 - Super Testing Day -Students 9th-11th will all be taking one standardized test. Seniors need to complete a google form to indicate their plans for testing day.
Oct. 16 - NO SCHOOL for students - Conferences
Oct. 23 - Yearbook - Group Photo Day
Oct. 26 - PICTURE RE-TAKE DAY - if your student did not take a yearbook photo, or was unhappy with their photo and want a retake.
Oct. 26 - Site Council 5pm; PTSA Meeting 6:30pm
Oct. 29 - Safe Trick or Treat Event
Nov. 2 - No School for students - Professional Development for teachers
Nov 23-Nov. 27 No School - Thanksgiving Break
Dec. 16-18 1st Semester Finals
Our SM West calendar is linked in the smswest.smsd.org website under "Calendar."
Upcoming Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent teacher conferences are quickly approaching. At West, you can come to open conferences on Wednesday, October 14 from 5-8 p.m., or you can schedule your conferences with teachers in Skyward during the day on Friday, October 16, 2026.
Wednesday, Oct. 13
Below is a map that will be helpful for Conferences.
Conference Layout for all areas: Conference Map Layout for all areas.pdf
Gyms/ Bridge:
Aux Gym = Math and Science
Main Gym = ELA & Social Studies
Bridge = Student Services, JAG-K, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Nurse
Cafeteria:
World Languages, FACS, Industrial Tech, Business, PE/Health
Friday, Oct. 15 - Teachers will be in their classrooms.
Directions for signing up for conferences, in English and Spanish, can be found in detail, linked here.
Senior Meeting - Cap and Gown Ordering
The Senior Class will be meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13th during seminar.
A representative from Josten’s will be here to present information about ordering graduation cap/gowns.
It is important to order cap/gowns early. (The price does increase due to rush orders and increased shipping costs.)
There are many different options that Josten’s will share.
The ONLY requirement is for students to purchase just the cap/gown/stole/tassel unit for approximately $40. There are many other fun things to purchase, as well as buying personalized invitations, but those are NOT required.
All senior students were also emailed a google form that must be complete from their SCHOOL GOOGLE Account. Ask your student if they completed this task after our meeting on Oct. 13th.
Graduation Important Dates
English Impt Dates Remember FY27.pdf
Spanish
Senior Exploration Day - 10/15
Senior Parents,
Thursday October 15th is National Testing Day at SMW, and our students in Grades 9-11 will be engaging in a variety of standardized assessments. On this day, the Class of 2027 will be given the opportunity to use the school day for one of four purposes:
1. To take the ASVAB or WorkKeys assessment (on campus)
2. To conduct a college visit (off campus)
3. To complete a job shadowing experience (off campus)
4. To complete a community service experience (off campus)
Students are responsible for their own transportation to/from any off-campus activities.
Parents who wish for their student's attendance to be excused to participate in one of the off-campus senior exploration activities must complete the Google Form below no later than Tuesday October 13, 2026. Students who did not sign-up for an exam and who do not have this form completed, will be considered unexcused absent on 10/15/26.
Here is the link to the excusal form: https://forms.gle/h3F192jsRgM9Pvgc7
Please contact Dr. Markley at dianemarkley@smsd.org with any questions or concerns.
Girls FLAG Football
Shawnee Mission West is excited to host KSHSAA Flag Football Quarterfinals at Shawnee Mission South District Stadium on Tuesday, October 13. We look forward to welcoming Olathe East, administrators, coaches, and officials for this exciting post season event.
There will be a game immediately following our contest that will feature Shawnee Mission South vs. Maize South. Once the SMW vs OE game is complete, we will ask fans from the first game to exit the stadium so that SM South and Maize South fans can enter and enjoy the quarterfinal matchup.
Tickets are now available for purchase through GoFan at https://gofan.co/app/school/KSHSAA
https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/PDF/Ticketing-ReportingPostSeasonProtocol-PreState.pdf
Please be advised that the ticket price for state quarterfinal flag football is $10 for all ages, Kindergarten and up (pre-K is still free). There are not separate student and adult tickets at the state level.
We are also selling Regional Championship and Sunflower League Championship shirts to celebrate this special season and support our program. If you would like to purchase a shirt, please use the link below:
Championship Shirt Fundraiser: https://smw-girls-flag-football.square.site
IMPORTANT TIME CHANGE FOR FLAG FOOTBALL GAME
Good Afternoon,
Due to possible weather conditions, we are switching time and location of our Flag Football game tomorrow.
New Game time and locations
Location: Shawnee Mission North High School-District Stadium
Time: 4:30 PM
Panorama Survey
This school year (2026-2027) the Shawnee Mission School District is once again utilizing the Panorama Social-Emotional Learning survey to assess student’s perseverance, grit, determination, school culture and student-teacher relationships. The Panorama Social-Emotional survey takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes to complete and will be administered during the first semester. Shawnee Mission West will complete this survey on Thursday, October 22nd. Parents/Guardians must consent for their student(s) to participate in the Panorama survey; this would have been done during the 26-27 registration process. Survey data will be reviewed at the district and classroom level to determine areas of strength, as well as areas where more instruction and/or support is needed. Once survey results are returned, parents/guardians are welcome to see and discuss the results with their students’ teachers, social workers, and counselors. Sample survey questions can be found here and here.
We encourage you to visit the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) website to learn more about how Social Emotional Learning benefits your child and their environment. All data is maintained by SMSD and will remain confidential. Please visit this site for more information about the Panorama SEL survey.
Información para padres/tutores - Español:
Este año escolar (2026-2027) el Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission está utilizando la Encuesta Panorama de Aprendizaje Social y Emocional para evaluar la perseverancia, la determinación, la cultura escolar y las relaciones entre estudiantes y maestros. La encuesta Panorama Social-Emocional tarda aproximadamente 30 a 45 minutos en completarse. La primera ventana de la encuesta está programada del 13 de octubre al 14 de noviembre de 2026. Los padres/tutores deben dar su consentimiento para que sus estudiantes participen en la encuesta Panorama; esto se habría hecho durante el proceso de registro 26-27.
Los datos de la encuesta se revisarán a nivel de distrito y salón de clases para determinar las áreas de fortaleza, así como las áreas donde se necesita más instrucción y / o apoyo. Una vez que se devuelven los resultados de la encuesta, los padres / tutores pueden ver y discutir los resultados con los maestros, trabajadores sociales y consejeros de sus estudiantes. Se pueden encontrar ejemplos de preguntas de la encuesta aquí: here y aquí: here.
Le recomendamos que visite el sitio web del Departamento de Educación del Estado de Kansas (KSDE) para obtener más información sobre cómo el Aprendizaje Social Emocional beneficia a su hijo/a y su entorno. Por favor, visite este sitio para obtener más información sobre la encuesta Panorama SEL.
Need help with the FAFSA? We’ve got you!
Join us for a FAFSA Help Night on Friday, October 23, from 5:00–6:30 PM in the Shawnee Mission West High School Library. Representatives from Johnson County Community College, KCCAN, and the University of Missouri–Kansas City will be available to help students and families navigate the FAFSA from start to finish. We’ll also have an informational video, plenty of support for your questions, and light snacks and refreshments. Come get the help you need to take the next step toward college!
🎙️Season 4 Episode 5 “Bike Safety”
“Put on your helmet, check the tires, and saddle up! This week we're learning more about the district's partnership with BikeWalk KC and their Bike Lessons And Safety Training program. Find out how this program is not just helping kids learn to ride a bike, but also building confidence, independence, and responsibility."
ALL Families, ONE Community
Fall Cultural Connection Event
Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 6:00-7:30 pm at Shawnee Mission West High School.
Join our cultural event to foster belonging across the Shawnee Mission School District. Meet families from all backgrounds, connect with others, and learn about community resources and SMSD programs designed to help you feel supported and have a great year.
We will have:
Snacks and treats!
FREE books and school supplies!
Learning opportunities for families
Activities for kids!
FREE EVENT open to ALL SMSD Families!
Spanish, Arabic, and Dari interpreters will be available. If you would like to attend this event but speak another language besides those listed, please note in the registration form to request an interpreter. Click this link to register to attend!
PTSA Reflections
The PTA Reflections Contest is currently accepting entries! The categories are:
-Visual Art
-Photography
-Music Composition
-Literature
-Film Production
-Dance Choreography
The deadline to turn in entries is Thursday October 15. Physical entries can be turned into the office. Digital files can be sent to smwestptsa@gmail.com
Reflections is a national student recognition program to encourage artistic creativity. For more information and to access the entry form:
Questions? Contact Courtney at smwestptsa@gmail.com
Cultural Connection Event
📅 Save the Date!
ALL Families, ONE Community: Family Fall Cultural Connection Event
📅 Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
This free event aims to foster belonging across the Shawnee Mission School District. Come meet families from all backgrounds, connect with others, and learn about community resources and SMSD programs designed to help you feel supported and have a great year. Event is held in partnership with SM West Safe Trick or Treat!
⭐️ Informational Flyers HERE → Translated in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Dari
FREE Event! Open to ALL SMSD Families
Notes from Nurse:
Our Fall Vaccine Exclusion Date is Friday October 23rd. Most of the students on our list need their 2nd Meningococcal-Serogroup A, C, W, Y (MenACWY).
Please check your child’s records. If they have already received the needed doses, please provide a copy of the record to your school nurse before the exclusion date.
Please add the numbers below to your contact list. If you see one of these numbers calling you, it is your lovely and helpful School Nurse Crew. We are calling because you have a sick or injured child.
Kim Tennissen—School Nurse: 913-993-7816
Amy Hall—Nurse Aide: 913-993-7960
October College Rep Visits are Here!
Admissions representatives from colleges across the country are visiting our school this fall. This is a great chance to learn about majors, campus life, and the admission process.
If you are interested in talking with any of these schools please contact greerlettenberger9@smsd.org to get a pass.
Cambio para Cambio
It literally translates to change (coins) for change. Latinos of Tomorrow is embarking on an amazing journey: community helping community to fund scholarships for Hispanic/Latinx students at WEST. All of our fundraising stays with our vikings!
We are working on fundraisers, but if you have some spare cambio, please consider donating to our fund here.
All donations are tax deductible and will be matched!
For more information, reach out to Elizabeth Ault
SAIL Tutoring
SM West offers Tutoring on most Wednesday's and Thursday's after school.
See the flier below for dates.
SAIL is a great place to work quietly and get some extra help from our staff. A snack is provided and a late bus is available. The late bus makes stops on Antioch from SM West to our West border near Lenexa Hills elementary.
WHAT IS READ ACROSS SMSD?
The Shawnee Mission School District, in partnership with National Education Association Shawnee Mission (NEA SM) and the Shawnee Mission Education Foundation, is proud to continue a community-wide celebration of reading called Read Across SMSD.
The 2026-2027 school
Attention Seniors - Scholarship Opportunity
Attention Shawnee Mission West Seniors: Are you headed to a trade school, junior college, or four year institution? SM West PTSA is offering two $500 scholarships! Please review the following requirements for how to apply and qualify. There is no GPA limit requirement. The Google Form application will be emailed to all Senior PTSA members in early March, 2027 and must be submitted by March 22, 2027. Contact SM West PTSA at smwestptsa@gmail.com with questions!
SHAWNEE MISSION WEST PRESENTS FROZEN!
❄️ THE COLD NEVER BOTHERED US ANYWAY. ❄️
SHAWNEE MISSION WEST PRESENTS
FROZEN!
The kingdom is waiting. The snow is falling. And the stage is about to freeze over.
Step into Arendelle for a spectacular journey of sisterhood, adventure, laughter, and love as Shawnee Mission West brings the beloved story of Frozen to life on stage.
NOVEMBER 12 & 13 @ 7:00 PM
NOVEMBER 14 @ 2:00 PM
$10 OR FREE WITH STUDENT ID
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Bring your best winter spirit.
One weekend. Three chances. Zero excuses.
COME SEE WHAT ALL THE FROZEN FUSS IS ABOUT.
SHAWNEE MISSION WEST — WHERE THE MAGIC BEGINS!
Parent Square message - Guidance to change language setting
¿Recibe mensajes en español es esa su preferencia? Aquí le mostramos los pasos para la transición completa a ParentSquare.
Para iniciar sesión en ParentSquare:
1. Inicie sesión con la dirección de correo electrónico o el número de teléfono que proporcionó a la escuela o en Skyward. Si no recuerda qué dirección de correo electrónico o número de teléfono es correcto, comuníquese con la oficina de su escuela para confirmarlo o solicitar ayuda.
2. Intente usar el enlace "Olvidó su Contraseña" en la página de inicio de sesión de ParentSquare sign in
Para cambiar en un navegador web: Desde casa, haga clic en su nombre en la esquina superior derecha y seleccionar Administrar cuenta
A la izquierda, seleccione Configuración de idioma
Haga clic en el menú desplegable, seleccione su idioma y haga clic en Guardar.
Para cambiar desde la aplicación de ParentSquare:
En la página principal, toque el Menú (barras triples o hamburguesa) en la esquina superior izquierda.
Seleccionar cuenta
Seleccionar preferencias
Seleccionar el Idioma
Desplazarse por la lista y tocar su idioma.
Haga clic aquí para más detalles de ParentSquare.
Cuando reciba correos electrónicos, puede hacer clic en el botón azul en la parte inferior que dice "Ver en ParentSquare". Desde allí, puede iniciar sesión en ParentSquare en el navegador. Cuando vea ParentSquare en el navegador, puede hacer clic en "Español" en la esquina superior derecha.
Are you receiving messages in Spanish if that is your preference? Here are steps to help you fully transition to ParentSquare.
Here are the steps to log in:
1. Sign in with the email address or phone number you provided to the school or in Skyward. If you are unsure which email address or phone number, please contact your school office to confirm or seek assistance.
2. Try using the Forgot Password link on the ParentSquare sign in page.
To change preferences on a web browser:
From Home, click your name at the top right and select Manage Account
1. On the left, select Language Settings
2. Click the drop-down menu and select your language and click Save.
To change from theParentSquare app:
1. From Home, tap the Menu (triple bars or hamburger) on the top left.
2. Select Account
3. Select Preferences
4. Select Language
5. Scroll through the list and tap on your language.
For those who receive communication in Spanish, when you receive emails, you can click the blue button at the bottom that says “view in ParentSquare.” From there you can log into ParentSquare in the browser. When you view ParentSquare in a browser, you can click “Espanol” in the upper right hand corner.
Student Parking
The 26-27 student parking stickers should be arriving any day :)
If your student plans to park at West, they will need to complete a Parking Registration Form.
We have copies in the front office, and the link for the form is below:
Students should complete the form and then bring that as well as proof of payment for the parking pass to the front Security office. (Please wait until the stickers have arrived - I hope by Wednesday, Aug. 26). Skyward accounts should show your payment for a parking pass. If you would like to purchase one, please email our bookkeeper at cristinaseyler@smsd.org.
Guidelines are listed on the registration. It is important for students to park in student areas only and not in STAFF PARKING. Please view the map below and avoid areas that are circled in Red, Blue or Yellow.
Thank you.
Parent Square
Dear Shawnee Mission School District Families,
On Monday, August 24, two-way direct messaging will be opened in ParentSquare in the Shawnee Mission School District. This feature will provide an additional way to connect and engage with your school and provide a safe digital communication space for students and staff.
This feature will be open to the following groups:
Early Childhood and Elementary Schools: Two-way direct messaging will be available to parents and staff members. (Adult/Adult two-way communication)
Secondary (middle and high schools): Two-way direct messaging will be available to parents and staff. Staff and students will be able to communicate via two-way messaging through StudentSquare. (Adult/Adult two-way communication and Staff member/student two-way communication).
Permissible Messaging Resource
Staff and students will be able to communicate via two-way messaging through StudentSquare. This feature provides an approved way to engage with middle and high school students in digital spaces following the state passage of Senate Substitute for House Bill 2299. Click here for more information. ParentSquare provides a permissible, monitorable resource for communicating with secondary students.
Ability to Monitor
Parents are able to see messages received and sent by their students on ParentSquare. In order to view:
Go to www.parentsquare.com
Enter the email or phone number you use to log on
Go to your student’s profile
After logging in, look for your student’s name on the left side of the screen. Click it to open your child’s profile page.
View your student’s communications
On your student’s profile page, click the View Communication button in the upper right hand corner. You will be able to see posts, alerts and notices, and messages.
Click here for a full step-by-step from ParentSquare.
Additional Resources
For Information from ParentSquare on how to engage in direct messaging click here. (ParentSquare log-in required)
For information on ParentSquare in the Shawnee Mission School District, click here.
For information on Getting Started and registering your account in ParentSquare, click here.
Bound
Helpful tips for parents:
How to create a family account in Bound.
How to upload a physical from a web browser.
How to add a student to a second family.
How to add a replacement document when one has been rejected.
High Schools:
• Practices begin Monday, August 17th for Middle and High School Fall Sports. The first allowable competition dates are set by KSHSAA as follows:
- Friday August 21 for Girls Golf and Girls Tennis.
- Friday August 28 for Volleyball and Boys Soccer.
- Wednesday September 2 for Football, Flag football and Cross Country
To access Calendar Use This Link:
Order your 2027 yearbook now!
Order now for the best price! You can order online HERE, or online through SMSD when you pay fees. You can also pay the school bookkeeper.
$55 until Dec. 18, $70 after that until books are sold out.
2026–27 Shawnee Mission West All-Season Sports Passes
Adult All-Season Sports Pass — $70
Provides admission for one adult to all regular-season Varsity home games during the 2026–27 school year.Student All-Season Sports Pass — $30
Provides admission for one elementary or middle school student to all regular-season Varsity home games during the 2026–27 school year.
Each attending adult or student needs their own pass. All proceeds benefit the Shawnee Mission West Booster Club and help support Viking athletic teams and student-athletes.
Online Verification💻
The message from SMSD referenced the importance for all students and families to complete the yearly ONLINE VERIFICATION.
2026–2027 Back-to-School Forms: Action Required
Quick Summary
What: Mandatory online verification and health forms must be completed for the 2026–2027 school year.
Why: This process makes sure schools have current information regarding student enrollment, family contacts, health and wellness, emergency contacts, etc.
How: Log in to Skyward via www.smsd.org. Either guardian in Family 1 can fill out the Online Enrollment Verification forms. Guardians in Family 2 can view the information.
Additional Step: For families who may qualify, fill out the meal benefit application during verification to qualify for free or reduced meals and waived school/transportation fees.
Help: School offices have reopened. If you have questions please contact your school office. Click here for a listing of schools with links for contact information.
Dear Shawnee Mission School District Families,
We hope you are enjoying your summer! As we prepare for the 2026–2027 school year, it is time to complete your required Online Enrollment Verification Forms. Please complete these forms as soon as possible so your student's materials are not delayed at the start of the year.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Go to the Portal: Visit www.smsd.org and click Skyward in the top navigation bar to log in.
- Note: Either guardian designated in "Family 1" in Skyward has editing rights to complete these forms.
- Locate the Forms: Under the Home tab, click on "2026-2027 RETURNING Student Annual Online Verification."
- Complete the Packet: Follow the prompts to review and electronically sign the required documents and please “Submit” the forms to the district in the last step. This includes permission forms, health history, and medication permissions.
Need a Skyward Account? If you do not have a Family Access account, please contact your child’s school office.
Meal Benefits & Fee Waivers:
Families are strongly encouraged to complete the Child Nutrition Program Meal Benefit Application during the online verification process.
- Why apply? Approved families receive free or reduced-price school meals, and may also qualify for waived or discounted instructional resource fees, transportation fees, and Pre-Kindergarten enrollment.
- How to Apply: The application can be accessed via Skyward or online at School Cafe, where you can create an account if you do not already have one).
- Directly Certified Families: If you receive state assistance, your eligibility notification was recently emailed to you. Please still complete the Consent for Disclosure form on our website so the district has permission to automatically waive your school and transportation fees.
Important Meal Benefits Step: Consent for Disclosure and Eligibility:
Why Complete this form? All families, including those directly certified, are encouraged to complete the Consent for Disclosure found on the SMSD Nutrition Services Free and Reduced web page. Completing the Consent for Disclosure permits SMSD Nutrition Services to share a child’s eligibility status information with the programs that families designate on the consent form.
How to Complete this Step: If a family is directly certified for meal benefits due to state assistance, an email notification of eligibility was sent recently to the email address associated with the parent/guardian in the Skyward system. Notifications are also saved in School Cafe under eligibility benefits for parents to access as needed. If you receive state assistance and have not received a notification of eligibility, contact the SMSD Nutrition Services office before completing a meal program application.
Questions & Support:
General Form Questions: Contact your child's school office. Click here for a listing of schools with links for contact information.
-Meal Application Questions: Contact Student Nutrition Services at 913-993-9710 or email studentnutrition@smsd.org.
Click here for helpful information from the Student Nutrition Services Office.
Thank you for your prompt attention to these essential steps. We look forward to welcoming your students back for the 2026–2027 school year!
Breve Resumen
De que se trata: Se deben completar los formularios obligatorios de verificación en línea y de salud para el curso 2026–2027.
Por qué: Este proceso asegura que las escuelas dispongan de información actualizada sobre matrícula de estudiantes, contactos familiares, salud y bienestar, contactos de emergencia, etc.
Cómo: Inicie sesión en Skyward a través de www.smsd.org. Cualquiera de los tutores de la Familia 1 puede llenar los formularios de Verificación de Inscripción en Línea. Los tutores de la Familia 2 pueden ver la información.
Paso adicional: Para las familias que califiquen, llene la solicitud de beneficio de comida durante la verificación para optar a comidas gratuitas o con descuento y exención de tasas escolares/de transporte.
Ayuda: Las oficinas de la escuela han abierto. Si tienes preguntas, por favor comuníquese con la oficina de su escuela. Haga clic aquí para ver la lista de escuelas con enlaces a información de contacto.
Estimadas familias del distrito escolar de Shawnee Mission,
¡Esperamos que esté disfrutando de su verano! Mientras nos preparamos para el año escolar 2026–2027, es momento de completar los Formularios de Verificación de Matrícula en Línea que requieren. Por favor, complete estos formularios lo antes posible para que los materiales de su estudiante no se retrasen al inicio del año.
Instrucciones paso a paso:
- Ve al portal: Visite www.smsd.org y haz clic en Skyward en la barra de navegación superior para iniciar sesión.
- Nota: Cualquiera de los tutores designados en "Familia 1" en Skyward tiene derechos de edición para completar estos formularios.
- Localizar los formularios: En la barra de Inicio, haga clic en "Verificación Anual en Línea de Estudiantes QUE REGRESAN 2026-2027."
- Completar el paquete: Siga las instrucciones para revisar y firmar electrónicamente los documentos requeridos y, por favor, "Envíe" los formularios al distrito en el último paso. Esto incluye formularios de permiso, historial médico y permisos para medicación.
¿Necesita una cuenta Skyward? Si no tiene una cuenta de Family Access, por favor contacte con la oficina de la escuela de su hijo.
Beneficios de comidas y exenciones de tasas:
Se recomienda a las familias completar la Solicitud de Beneficio de Comida del Programa de Nutrición Infantil durante el proceso de verificación en línea.
- ¿Por qué solicitar? Las familias aprobadas reciben comidas escolares gratuitas o a precio reducido, y también pueden optar a tarifas sin pagos de recursos de instrucción o con descuento, tarifas de transporte y matrícula en Pre-Kindergarten.
- Cómo solicitar: La solicitud se puede acceder a través de Skyward o en línea en School Cafe, donde puede crear una cuenta si aún no tiene una).
- Familias Certificadas Directamente: Si recibe ayuda estatal, su notificación de elegibilidad fue enviada recientemente por correo electrónico. Por favor, complete el formulario de Consentimiento para Compartir en nuestra página web para que el distrito tenga permiso automáticamente para no cobrar sus pagos escolares y de transporte.
Paso importante de los beneficios de las comidas: Consentimiento para la compartir y elegibilidad:
¿Por qué completar este formulario? Se anima a todas las familias, incluidas aquellas certificadas directamente, a completar el Consentimiento para la Compartir que se encuentra en la página web de Servicios de Nutrición Gratuitos y Reducidos de SMSD. Completar el Consentimiento para Compartir que permite a SMSD Nutrition Services compartir información sobre el estado de elegibilidad de un niño con los programas que las familias designan en el formulario de consentimiento.
Cómo completar este paso: Si una familia está certificada directamente para los beneficios de comida debido a la ayuda estatal, recientemente se envió una notificación por correo electrónico de elegibilidad a la dirección asociada con el padre o tutor en el sistema Skyward. Las notificaciones también se guardan en School Cafe bajo los beneficios de elegibilidad para que los padres puedan acceder según lo necesiten. Si recibe ayuda estatal y no ha recibido una notificación de elegibilidad, comuníquese con la oficina de Servicios de Nutrición de SMSD antes de completar la solicitud del programa de comidas.
Preguntas y apoyo:
Preguntas generales sobre formularios: Comuníquese con la oficina de la escuela de su hijo. Haga clic aquí para ver la lista de escuelas con enlaces a información de contacto.
-Preguntas sobre la solicitud de comidas: Comuníquese con los Servicios de Nutrición Estudiantil al 913-993-9710 o envíe un correo electrónico a studentnutrition@smsd.org.
Haga clic aquí para obtener información útil de la Oficina de Servicios de Nutrición Estudiantil.
Gracias por su pronta atención a estos pasos esenciales. ¡Esperamos dar la bienvenida de nuevo a nuestros alumnos para el año escolar 2026–2027!
ara el año escolar 2026–2027!
Fee Payment
All families should make plans to pay fees at the beginning of the year.
Most of the SM West families choose to pay fees online. We thank you for your timely completion of this task. You may use the link below to access the site to make an online payment.
Those wanting to make in person payments with our bookkeeper, Cristina Seyler, may come to SM West during business hours or you may call her for phone payments at 913-994-7810.
We will also be able to take payments in the evening during our Back to School Night on Aug. 6th beginning at 5pm.
Timely payment of fees as well as the development of payment plans allows for our instructors to have available funds to purchase materials necessary for the beginning of the school year.
If your family has applied for the USDA Meal Benefit Program and received confirmation of benefits, please either email our bookkeeper a copy of the approval letter or make sure to choose "Yes" for the Consent for Disclosure when completing the form. (This program also assists with some of the school fees and even bus service).
Below are links to fee information as well as images.
We thank you again for making this a priority.
Bound - Athletic Management Application
The Activities office has been working with our secondary schools to roll out our new athletic management software, Bound, for the 2026-2027 school year. We have posted more information on our district website here.
As we move towards the roll out, here are a few resources to assist our families:
• Creating a Family in the App
• How to Add a Child to a 2nd Family
• How to Upload a Physical (Specifically, Page 4 of the physical needs to be uploaded.)
All Athletes must be registered in BOUND first and foremost. Any student athlete waiting to play a sport, MUST have a physical on file (within Bound) before they can participate in the 1st day of practice/tryouts. If a student athlete does not have a physical on file, they will not be allowed to participate.
Below is a link to the SMSD website on information on Bound and how to register.
https://www.smsd.org/about/departments/athletics-student-activities/bound-athletic-management
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