October
Notes from the Principal:

Just as we have established our school routines, the first quarter comes to a close. Before the year gets further along, students and teachers should take time to reflect on what has gone right and particularly, on what has gone wrong. Although uncomfortable, this process is best for growth as a learner and teacher.

We have stressed the importance of goal setting with students and staff, along the way the focus has been on the process rather the end result. A focus on process allows for optimal learning, success and happiness.

Vocabulary, reading and writing are becoming an established way of instruction in many classrooms we have visited. We cannot stress enough the importance of reading in the development of creativity, intellect and discovery.

Enjoy the fall weather.


Mike Tanchevski
Principal
Watkins Memorial High School


The Southwest Licking Local School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.

Upcoming Events for the month

October Dates :
1           Mid-Ohio Band Classic
8           SWL Craft Show
12         Ohio Dominican University table at lunch
13         Sophomore CTEC presentation
14         COTC table at lunch
19          PSAT
20          End of 1st Qtr
24-29     OGT tests
28          Senior Dress-Up Day



How to help your student learn
Tips for Success!
Highlight important text as you read. Then, go back through and reread the items you highlighted when studying.

Penny Barron


Building Spotlight
Students at WMHS leading the way!

Daniel "Danny" Cox, a senior at Watkins Memorial High School, in Pataskala, has been selected for the Bands of America Honor Band performing in the 2017 Tournament of Roses Parade.  The national BOA Honor Band gives students from every high school band program in the country the opportunity to audition for a performance spot in this prestigious group.  The Honor Band is made up of 300 students, from all 50 states, and is comprised of instrumentalists, color guard, and dancers.  Danny was selected to be one of 11 snare drummers for the Honor Band.  During his 4 years at Watkins Memorial, Danny has been a member of the Marching Warriors, the Jazz Band, the Symphonic Band and the Wind Ensemble.   After graduating this coming May, Danny plans to attend Morehead State University and study music education.




Contact
Watkins Memorial High School
8868 Watkins Road 
 Pataskala Ohio 43062
 Phone: 740-927-3846
 Fax: 740-927-2337
Start time: 7:20 am
Dismissal:  2:14 pm

Mike Tanchevski, Principal
mtanchevski@laca.org

Melissa Ladowitz, Assistant Principal
mladowitz@laca.org

Mark Kurth, Administrative Intern
mkurth@laca.org
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