WELCOME

WAUKESHA WEST HIGH SCHOOL

HOME OF THE WOLVERINES

The Administrative Team

Melissa Thompson, Principal

Michelle Ferris, Assistant Principal

Mitchell Weber, Assistant Principal

Todd Hencsik, Asst.Principal/ Activities Director

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Our Counselors

Jo Weyrauch A-J

Jane Barry K-S

Stacy Valcq T-Z

Student Services TeamKelly Bratz, School Social Worker

Cherie Frey, School Psychologist

VISION STATEMENT

Waukesha West High School, participating with parents and the community, shall foster a school of competent learners by expecting excellence in teaching and learning, that recognizes the role of the humanities and the arts, in providing a rigorous and relevant curriculum, and which prepares all students to function as effective citizens in an increasingly diverse and competitive global environment

PARENTS,

May we introduce you to the 21st Century!!

http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=fc5b61a7573431d43fee

Our Mission:

To challenge minds, foster compassion, and pursue excellence.

Course Selection as a Key to Future Success… How to Maximize the High School Experience

MATHEMATICS: Readiness for College Algebra

Part II: Measuring College Readiness Part IIIPart I

SCIENCE: Readiness for College Biology

Part II: Measuring College Readiness Part IIIPart I

“TO AP OR NOT TO AP: THAT IS THE

QUESTION”

Factors to consider when selecting an AP class:

» Standardized test results

» Past performance in the subject area

» Student interest in the subject

» Time commitment

» Ability to balance academic workload and outside activities

What are the benefits of taking an AP Class?

1. Study subjects in greater depth and detail

2. More demanding and challenging

3. Establish a transcript which indicates a rigorous course of study

4. Possibly earn credits or advanced placement in college

Prepare Now to Succeed in College

A 1999 U.S. Department of Education study found that the strongest predictor of college graduation is something students do before they ever go to college:Participate in rigorous, college-level courses in high school—and AP courses in particular.Clifford Adelman, Answers in the Tool Box: Academic Intensity, Attendance Patterns, and Bachelor’s Degree Attainment (1999), U.S. Department of Education.

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Students who take AP courses and exams are much more likely than their peers to complete a bachelor’s degree in four years or less.

Source: Camara, Wayne (2003). College Persistence, Graduation, and Remediation. College Board Research Notes (RN-19). New York, NY: College Board.

ACADEMIC FOCUS DAYWednesday, October 14, 2009

• To increase students’ academic performance through a continued delivery system of standardized testing from grades 9 – 11.

• Grade 9 – EXPLORE • Grade 10 – PLAN• Grade 11 – PSAT• Grade 12 – Senior meeting

Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2013

– Subject credits– Social Studies 3.5– English 4.0– Mathematics 3.0– Science 3.0– Physical education 1.5– Health .5– Electives 9.5– Total 25

College and University Entrance Requirements

4 units3 units3 units3 units4 units17 units

English Social Studies Mathematics Natural Sciences Other

Academics* *(Foreign Lang, Fine Arts,

Computer Science)

Foreign Language Requirement

The following schools require a MINIMUM of two years of a single foreign language :

UW-Madison UW-Eau Claire ( recommended by other

colleges! )

Admission Policies

Wisconsin Technical Colleges

Graduation from Waukesha high schools will meet entrance requirements for all Wisconsin technical colleges

MilitaryAll branches of the military require high school graduation for consideration for enlisting

Athletics

Fall Sports• Men’s Cross Country• Women’s Cross Country• Football• Men’s Soccer• Women’s Swimming• Women’s Tennis• Men’s Volleyball• Women’s Volleyball• Women’s Golf• Ski Team• Rugby

Activities• FBLA• FHA/HERO• Foreign Language

Clubs• Forensics• Intramural Sports• Junior Board• Pom and Dance Team• Senior Board• National Honor Society• SADD• Student Council

Academic Decathlon Cheerleading Close-up DECA The Unity Project Drama

fine artsMusic – Vocal, Instrumental, Marching Band

Art – Ceramics, Jewelry, Drawing & Painting, Fine Art Photography

Drama – Plays, Musical, One-Act Play

Daily ScheduleFirst Bell 7:15 am1st Period 7:20-8:07 am2nd Period 8:12-8:59 am3rd Period 9:04-9:55 am4th Period 10:00-10:47 amLUNCH A 10:47-11:17 am5A Period 10:52-11:39 am5B Period 11:22-12:09 pmLUNCH B 11:39-12:09 pm6A Period 11:44-12:31 pm6B Period 12:14-1:01 pmLUNCH C 12:31-1:01 pm7th Period 1:06-1:53 pm8th Period 1:58-2:45 pm

Student Expectations

Academic HonestyAppropriate DressAttendanceRespecting Others

and School Environment

ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES

MATH TUTORS

WRITING LAB – DURING SCHOOL

EXTENDED MEDIA CENTER HOURS

TRY PROGRAM

LD, CD, EBD AND HEARING IMPAIRED RESOURCES

Keeping in Touch: Our Web Site

Please visit our web site:www.waukeshawest.org

For information about:coming eventsimportant newsstudent assignmentsDepartment informationGuidance and scholarshipsCareer information and links

KEEPING IN TOUCH THROUGH

WEBGRADERPARENTS CAN CHECK:

Assignments Grades

E-Mail Student’s Teachers

Coming Events TBA Freshmen Orientation and

Dance

August 18th & 19th Registration

TBA Open House

September 1st School begins

September 18th Homecoming Game

September 19th Homecoming Dance

It’s Your Future!Get Involved!

Students• Set clear goals• Get organized• Set aside study

time• Get help when you

need it• Join extracurricular

activities

Parents• Be interested• Discuss classes and

listen to your child• Offer to help• Monitor activities

and jobs• Hold your child

accountable

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SCHOOL DISTRICT OF WAUKESHA High School Course Selection Sheet

Due by February 16, 2009

Name _______________, _____________ ID# ____________ ( Last) ( First)

Address___________________________ D.O.B. __________City ___________________________ Zip ____________Parent/Guardian ___________________ Home Phone ______

Work Phone _______ Cell Phone ________

Middle School: BMS CMS HMS Other ___________ ( circle )

COURSE SELECTIONSA MINIMUM OF SIX (6) CLASSES IS

REQUIREDDUE BY MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH!

5018/5020 1. English/AP Prep English1430 2. US History 9 or1424/1470 Intro to AP/Anc. Cultures____ 3. Math1310/ 1312/ 4. Earth Science/ Biology1318 AP Prep Biology1208 / 1210 5. Phy Ed / Health____ 6. Elective____ 7. Elective____ 8. Elective

iQ ACADEMY

Students may elect to take one iQ Academy course

per semester as part of their eight period school day.

Requests for iQ classes need to be submitted by

February 16th using the appropriate iQ form.

These forms are available in the Guidance Office.

Further information about iQ and available classes can be found at:

www.iqacademywi.com

YOU’RE ALMOST DONE!!

Select your alternative courses CAREFULLY!!

Be ACCURATE with course numbers.

Parent signature is REQUIRED.

Course selection sheets due back to your teacher by MON., FEBRUARY 16TH.

At this time…• Please feel free to use your map and go

visit with teachers from each department here this evening.

• Thanks for coming!