The mission of West Hills High School is to graduate critical thinkers and problem-solvers who contribute positively to society as productive, responsible citizens.
Activities for the week:
Monday: Collab. Day: Val and Sal Selection Committee meeting; 7:45, Staff Lounge; Teachers of AP seniors are particularly appreciated to attend as are all other teaching and Guidance faculty.
Tuesday: Regular Day:
Wednesday: Regular Day
Thursday: Regular Day: Strictly Strings Concert, 7 p.m. Theater
Friday: Regular Day
Congrats Mr.Mergens Teacher of the Year for the Wolf Pack! We are lucky to have you!
Congrats Mr.Dan Sutton 2018-19 Golden Apple Teacher of the Year! We are proud of you!
Congrats WH Golden Volunteer of the Year Mrs. Hala Totah! We love you and all the parents & community members who volunteer to support the Wolf Pack!
Valedictorian and Salutatorian Selection Committee Meeting is Monday, May 6 at 7:45 in the Faculty Lounge. Teachers of AP Seniors are particularly welcome as all others are.
District policy require the one student with the highest GPA be a Valedictorian. A committee chaired by the Principal and convened by members of the teaching faculty meet and may select additional Valedictorians and / or Salutatorians as desired.
SILVER W Nominations are still open. Please complete this form for any senior who you think meets this criteria:
The Silver “W” is your chance to recognize the seniors who have made a difference at West Hills. These are the students who have demonstrated a willingness to do whatever they can to make our school a better place for all.
This is a very coveted award for students, so please consider your nominations carefully. The selection meeting is Monday, May 13th in the Faculty Lounge at 7:45 a.m..
The selection criteria are as follows:
1. The Award will be presented to no more than 10 seniors each year.
2. Fewer than ten awards may be presented, if fewer than 10 seniors meet the criteria.
3. Selection will be based on:
a) School Service
b School Leadership
c) School Participation
d) Attitude
4. The recipient must have a minimum 2.25 grade point average on the last report before selection.
5. The recipient must not have any significant discipline referrals during their enrollment at West Hills. (Discipline records will be reviewed.)
6. All Staff members will be given the opportunity to nominate candidates.
7. The selection will be made by those who attend the selection meeting.
8. Teachers of seniors and those teachers who sponsor extracurricular clubs, groups, teams, or are class sponsors are urged to participate.
Persons who nominate a candidate will be asked to speak to that selection or have a colleague prepared to do so.
Please join us for our Spring Performing Arts programs...all are welcome and all events begin at 7:00 in our Bob Guess Theater for the Performing Arts:
Spring Beginning / Intermediate Guitar Concert
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May 9
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Spring Advanced Guitar / String Orchestra Concert
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May 11
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Band Pops Concert
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May 21
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Choir Concert
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May 24
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Theater Production Showcase
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May 28
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Advanced Theatre One Acts Showcase
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May 29
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AP Testing Dates: Here is the complete College Board schedule; WHHS students are taking the ones in blue. Next year we are adding AP Physics and AP Computer Science as courses to benefit our students. Here is the WHHS room assignments / schedule for your information.
The 2019 AP Exams are held from May 6–10 (Week 1) and from May 13–17 (Week 2).
AP Test Schedule: Week 1
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AP Test Schedule: Week 2
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May 6-10: Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week: look for PTSA and Admin "goodies" this week each day in the Mail room in the main office. We APPRECIATE EACH of YOU!
May 1-17, 2019: AP Testing weeks: Josh Reiderer has been communicating with AP teachers and is working this week on final details. Thank you to Josh, Tom Vanderhyde (GATE Coordinator) and Tom Burke (AP Testing Coordinator) for ALL of your efforts!
May 2, 6:00 p.m.: "Honoring Excellence" District Ceremony in our theater for retirees, Golden Apple "Teacher of the Year", Site "Teacher of the Year" and Parent "Golden Volunteer of the Year" awards program.
May 6: 7:45 a.m. Faculty Lounge: Val and Sal Selection Committee: All teachers are welcome; Teachers of AP Seniors are particularly needed.
May 9: 7:00 p.m. Beg. & Intemed. Guitar Concert, Theater
May 11: 7:00 p.m. Advanced Guitar & String Orchestra Concert, Theater
May 13: 7:45 a.m. Faculty Lounge: Senior Silver "W" selection Committee meeting. All are welcome to help us select up to 10 extraordinary seniors who have served West Hills in all ways during their entire time at West Hills. Criteria and nomination form is here.
May 17, Period 5: Pride of the Pack in The Pit for Alpha Plus, Perfect Attendance and Honor Roll students from spring and fall 2018.
May 17, Period 5: Pride of the Pack in The Pit for Alpha Plus, Perfect Attendance and Honor Roll students from spring and fall 2018.
May 18: 7:00-11:00 p.m. Class of 2019 PROM: All Faculty and Staff are invited to join us for this magical night!
May 20, 6:00 pm: Science Dept. "Full Paw" Science awards; Bob Guess Theater for the Performing Arts.
May 21, 7:00 pm: Band Pops Concert, Theater
May 22: Multi-Cultural Fair in Gym; Please talk with Jodi Kohler and Dan Sutton regarding having a club or group participate to make this year's Fair as inclusive and broad based as possible.
May 24, 7:00 p.m. Choir Concert, Theater
May 28, 7:00 p.m. Beg. and Int. Drama Showcase, Theater
May 29, 7:00 p.m. Advance Drama Showcase, Theater
May 30: Senior Awards: 6:30 p.m. Theater; Dept. Chairs (or Designees) please arrive by 6:15 to review process and present awards throughout the night.
June 3,4,5: Final Exams: see 2018-19 Bell Schedule (No seniors in class on June 5)
June 5: Senior Breakfast (7:30-9:30 Gym) & Senior Graduation Rehearsal (+/- 9:30 start time in Gym then moving to Football Field)
June 6: Graduation; Teachers report at 7:45; Ceremony begins at 8:30 a.m. in Stadium. More information to come via email. April Baker is the contact if you have any questions.
June 6: Graduation; Teachers report at 7:45; Ceremony begins at 8:30 a.m. in Stadium. More information to come via email. April Baker is the contact if you have any questions.
Inkwell is the annual West Hills Literary-Art magazine featuring original student creative work. It will soon be ready for sharing! If you would like a complimentary print copy, request one using the link below. Requests will be filled in the order received until we run out.
If you simply want to enjoy a digital copy, you may read it here:
Textbook Check-In
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Senior Chromebook Sales
English class visit schedule for purchasing:
*Still need to coordinate with IS & II
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HUGE CONGRATS to Boys Tennis for an awesome win Friday! They’re moving on to finals and will play MV Monday at 2pm at Balboa Park. Way to go gentlemen!! 
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