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UPCOMING EVENTS Sep 11th: PSO Used Uniform Sale Sep 15th: Spirit Night at Burger Boy Sep 17th: Early Release Day Sep 21st: Parent Volunteer Training Sep 23rd: The Big Give For the 2021-2022 Academic Calendar, click here.

Quick Links for the School Year

Linked below are documents containing valuable information for this coming year. Family Handbook Pick-Up & Drop-Off Info Academic Calendar Uniform Guidelines School Supplies List Classics to Keep List Families can also head to the GHWH website for additional parent resources.

Mark your calendars: Great Hearts Western Hills will be taking part in The Big Give SA–a 24-hour day of giving that runs from midnight to midnight on Thursday, September 23.  You can donate at any time throughout the day, but "Match Minutes" will occur throughout the day, during which The Big Give will double your gift for double the impact on our school! Click here to see the "unrestricted" Match Minutes schedule. Mark your calendar for specific GHWH Big Give events: Brunch will be hosted from 8 AM to 9:30 AM, in front of the new Gym. There, families can come to enjoy refreshments, pastries, and PRIZES while donating online–giving us the chance to thank you personally for your support. We will also encourage donations during the “Spartan Big Give Hour” time slot from 2-3 PM for families unavailable to come on campus during the morning. Prizes will also be offered to families who give during this time as a thank you! We also encourage family participation during the “Honor Spartan Grandparents” hour 6-7 PM, where they can post a photo on the official Great Hearts Western Hills Facebook page of Spartan Grandparents and/or their scholars. Last year we raised over $35,000! But with more scholars and faculty than ever, we invite every family to "stack hands" on giving at any amount to support the vision for Western Hills. Stay tuned for more details. Thank you in advance for Giving Big! Ryan Travis Director of Community Engagement

Volunteer Training - Sep 21st

All Western Hills Volunteers are asked to attend Volunteer Training in the MPR on September 21st, right after carline from 8 AM to 9 AM. This will be time to hear from our Headmaster team and PSO Leadership on the vision, guidelines, and best practices for volunteers this year and beyond. Whether you have volunteered or not, if you are interested in what it means to volunteer at Western Hills, please sign up below to attend the training! RSVP Here for Volunteer Training!

Carline Reminders

New carline placards went home on September 10th. Families, please utilize these placards moving forward during carline Pick-Up. If arriving earlier than 7:20 AM for drop-off, scholars must remain inside vehicles and may not enter the campus until carline is opened.

Nurse's Corner

Our school year is off to a great start! Please remember these items regarding your scholar's health: All scholars should have their completed immunization forms turned into the Upper or Lower School Nurses Please remember to pack a water bottle for your scholar as their time outside is still hot and sunny. You can always reach me at LSClinic@greatheartswesternhills.org and the Upper School Nurse at USClinic@greatheartswesternhills.org. Lyndsey Purl Lower School Nurse

Fall Intramural Season

Intramural Football and Volleyball have begun! If you have not already paid for your scholar's intramural participation, please click the button below and follow the instructions accordingly. Thank you! Elizabeth Disney Athletic Director GHWH Click here to pay for Intramurals!

We are building a legacy at Western Hills. Please consider giving to the Community Investment Campaign to support our scholars and faculty. Click here to donate today! Estamos construyendo un legado en Western Hills. Considere donar a la Community Investment Campaign para apoyar a nuestros académicos y profesores. ¡Haga clic aquí para donar hoy, por favor!

The PSO Corner

Room Parents Needed! Please email ghwhpso@gmail.com if you are interested in serving as the Room Parent for your scholars class. Be sure to clarify your scholar's grade section when emailing the PSO leadership. There will be 2 Room Parents per section--a team of Admin and PSO leadership will be in touch! The school year has already begun, and our teachers need the help, so let us know if you are interested! The final day to submit your interest is Monday, September 13th. Email the PSO Leadership Your interest in Volunteering as Room Parent! Fun-Loving Lunchtime Volunteers Needed Your Scholars and Teachers need your help! Please consider volunteering in this very rewarding capacity!  If you have a background check on file, please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. If you do not have a background check on file, please click this link and return the completed form to the receptionist or email info@greatheartswesternhills.org Under current COVID-19 mitigation procedures, no parent or grandparent may join their scholars as lunchroom visitors, with the exception of parents who are serving as lunchtime volunteers (please contact Sign up for Lunch Volunteer Duty Today! Facebook Group The parent-run PSO Facebook Group is one of the best ways to stay up-to-date on important updated from the Parent Service Organization.  For questions about volunteering or parental involvement at the school, you can contact the PSO leadership at ghwhpso@gmail.com.

Click to Download Background Check Form As a parent or guardian here at GHWH, you are already officially part of the Parent Service Organization! There are so many opportunities to volunteer! However, every school year, volunteers must have a new background check on file. Please click the button to access the form and return it via e-mail at info@greatheartswesternhills.org or in person to the receptionist at the GHWH Lower School.

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