The next few weeks at a glance:
Saturday, October 15:
Town of Westlake Car Show 2022
TAIAO State Volleyball Tournament
Cross Country Terry Jessup Metroplex Striders Invitational
Tuesday, October 18:
Grade 2 - All About Animals Event
Thursday, October 20:
Grade 10 Trip to Puerto Rico
Public Tour - PYP
JH Football Maroon/White Game - 4:30pm
Friday, October 21:
Grade 4 Old City Park Field Trip
Saturday, October 22:
Monster Mash 2022
Monday, October 24:
Picture Day for K-11
Thursday, October 27:
Varsity Girls Soccer vs THESA @ 4pm
JV Football @ Coram Deo Academy - 7pm
Friday, October 28:
StuCo Pizza Day
TAIAO State Cross Country Meet
Varsity Football vs Abilene Home School - 7pm
Monday, October 31:
MYP Halloween Costume Contest
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Kinder Cards are Available Now!
We have a special surprise that has been created by students, teachers and paraprofessionals as a culmination to their unit of inquiry, ‘Who We Are’. As in all PYP units students take action from there learning and kindergarten students with the help of their teachers, and paraprofessionals created murals of what and who makes a community function to answer their Central Idea of “Learning and working together builds relationships”
The murals are on display in the kindergarten hallway and as a keepsake of their artwork, beautiful greeting cards depicting the mural will be available for purchase. Special thanks go to Christine Summers our paraprofessional, for creating these greeting cards of the mural.
Our intention is to sell the cards to staff and parents with most of the proceeds going to a non-profit organization and the remaining will be used for kindergarten resources. The cost of bundles of 15 cards is $25.
If you wish to purchase bundles of these cards, please order through SchoolsBuddy by October 28.
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Thank You WA Families!
With 66% of families in and over $1.2M in donations and counting, your generosity is impacting WA students and staff every day. All donations to the Blacksmith Annual Fund support shared resources like iPads, library books/subscriptions and specialized arts. More participation = more gifts = more stuff for students! Think STEM resources, guest speakers/assemblies, test prep resources….It's a great time to be a BLACKSMITH!
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Beauty and the Beast
Westlake Academy Performing Arts cordially invites you to their production of Beauty and the Beast, November 11-13 in the MPH. Come see the Disney Classic performed and produced by our very own Grade 6-12 cast and crew, and directed by Mr. Mueller! Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the link below. We look forward to seeing you all there!
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Dyslexia Awareness Month
October is National Dyslexia Awareness Month. The following information and resources are intended to help build awareness and help educate the community on the topic of dyslexia. The International Dyslexia Association states that dyslexia is a language-based learning disability. Dyslexia often results in people having difficulties with specific language skills, particularly reading. Other difficulties experienced may include spelling, writing, and pronouncing words. More information can be found at dyslexiaida.org.
Resources to support children with dyslexia:
Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz
“Mommy, why is it so hard for me to read?” The Utterly Amazing World of Dyslexia by Rose Kuntz
(Video read aloud found Here!)
Online program for supporting children with dyslexia: www.nessy.com. Nessy programs are multisensory and fun, teaching kids the valuable skills they need to succeed in reading, spelling, writing, math and more!
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Picture Day is October 24! |
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Picture day is October 24! Make sure you are in your Monday Dress best and ready to smile big for the camera for photos!
We know Grade 10 will be in Puerto Rico, and we have you covered on November 14th, where you still have an opportunity for retakes in January!
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Hope Squad QPR Training!
QPR training will equip you to prevent suicide by offering someone hope through positive action.
Question..... a person about suicide
Persuade....someone to get help
Refer...someone to the appropriate resource
Who Can Attend?
K-12 Westlake Academy Parents
Westlake Academy Students in Grades 5-12 only.
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Save the Date: Monster Mash!
October 22, 4:30-7:30 pm. Click HERE to purchase wristbands, ticket books, VIP experiences, and teacher donations. T-shirts are on sale through the Spirit Shop online store and get them before the event.
*Please sign up to volunteer and help make Monster Mash a Smash!
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The Senior Class Haunted House is October 22!
This year's Haunted House, which has been completely created and designed by the WA Class of 2023, will take place on Saturday, October 22. They'll have a Family Friendly Version that even the younger ghosts and goblins will enjoy, and a much scarier version when the sun goes down, and the real creepy crawlers come out!
Tickets are $5 and are available for pre-purchase on SchoolsBuddy until Midnight, October 20. If you pre-purchase, your tickets will be available at the Monster Mash Check-In Table. You can also purchase with cash the day of the event at the check-in table! All proceeds will go to the Class of 2023 to help fund their Senior Activities throughout the year!
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Monster Mash Trunk or Treat!
Calling all creatives and Halloween lovers - snag a spot at this year's Trunk or Treat and let your creativity shine. Everyone who hosts a trunk will also receive two wristbands for free - a $40 value! Sign Up Genius
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Spooky Sponsors
We are looking for sponsors to make Monster Mash a Spooky Success! Click either flyer to email fundraising@wahoc.org and become a Spooky Sponsor!
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Spirit Shop Updates!
Also, the HOC Spirit Shop Trailer will be open during Monster Mash (10/22) and Senior Night (10/28 from 7-9pm)
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PYP Halloween Parade Monday, October 31 at 8:15am
Parents wishing to view the parade may gather in the grassy median in the parking lot near the PYP front entrance. Students will parade out the front doors and down the sidewalk toward the playground. We ask that all parents remain outside. If your child needs assistance with the costume, please make sure that can be done before arriving at school. Thank you for partnering with us as we maintain a secure campus.
After the parade, students will take off their costumes. We recommend wearing the school uniform underneath the costume when possible. To keep things simple, students will not be required to wear the Monday dress uniform. The maroon or navy polo and uniform bottoms can be worn.
Please help us ensure that we maintain a peaceful and harmonious campus by keeping all toy weapons at home.
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PYP Boo-Bags!
The Junior Class is selling “You’ve Been BOOed” bags to help fund this year's Prom! Each bag will contain an assortment of peanut-free candy, temporary tattoos, and spooky trinkets. A mandarin orange with a jack-o-lantern face can be substituted for candy as an option. A note will be attached so that you will get full credit for their sweet surprise when it is delivered to your child’s class by one of our Juniors in full costume on October 31. They will be available for purchase on SchoolsBuddy for $10 each!
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PYP Pink Out is Friday, October 21
Deck yourself out in Pink from head to toe next Friday, to raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
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PYP Storybook Pumpkin Decorating Contest
It's time for the second annual Storybook Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Pick your favorite character from your favorite book, then find a small/medium sized pumpkin and use your imagination to turn your pumpkin into your favorite character! Pumpkins will be judged by students and faculty of PYP and winners will be announced Monday! See below for the full rules and for an entry form!
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PYP Instructional Newsletters
Please click here to view grade-level information from each PYP homeroom teacher. This website will be updated by Friday of each week and will serve as the main communication hub to keep parents apprised of happenings specific to each K-5 classroom.
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Have Questions? Schedule a meeting with PYP Coordinator Alison Schneider!
Primary parents are invited to schedule a meeting with the PYP Coordinator, Alison Schneider. She is available to support parents as we settle into the new school year. This meeting will support you in understanding IB learning and teaching, ManageBac navigation, and any other PYP-related question you have. Click here to select a time convenient for you.
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JV Volleyball Finishes their Season!
On Tuesday, the JV Volleyball team won their last game against Founders Classical Academy. Congratulations to the team and Coach Jeff Wilhelm on a very successful season!
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Counselor Carl's Corner 10/14!
Here is this week's edition of Counselor Carl's Corner! Austin College and the University of Iowa have virtual visits coming up! There is also the 14 on the 14th Liberal Arts Virtual Fair is today! Inside is useful information for applying dates and times for information sessions and virtual events for universities across the country! Congratulations to all of our Blacksmiths who have already received acceptances, as well!
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Westlake Academy affiliates provide so much support for our school! Click on the images above to go directly to each of their websites where you will learn more about them and their initiatives! |
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Photos from our JH Pink Out Pep Rally |
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Westlake Academy
2600 JT Ottinger Road, Westlake, Texas 76262
817.490.5757
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