Help send our team to Nationals! Eat at Panda Express in Bentonville on Friday, April 26th and show this flyer (if you are ordering in the store) or use the code 372597 if you order online. A percentage of your purchase will be donated to support our journey to Nationals at Michigan State University.
Registration is now open for the 4th Annual BWHS Summer Writing Experience, presented by West Writers! We hope you’ll join us for a memorable week or two of inspiration, writing, sharing, and growing your writing network!
Dates: June 10-14 and June 17-21
Location: BWHS, plus field trip days TBD (last year we spent days in Ft. Smith, Fayetteville, Eureka Springs, and Bentonville)
Who: Led by Mr. Jostad, Mr. Madsen, and Ms. Spicer, plus lots of collaboration and peer feedback with student writers just like you
What: Daily inspiration, high-quality instruction and feedback, and authentic opportunities to share your work in a variety of formats
To register:
1) Fill out this Google Form.
2) Register in MyPaymentsPlus ("Summer Writing Experience" in the "BWHS Summer Events" folder) OR speak with Mr. Jostad, Mr. Madsen, or Ms. Spicer about scholarship opportunities.
Boys & Girls Track & Cross Country Tryouts
When: Saturday, May 11th
Wolverine Stadium @ 10:00 am
This tryout is for any student who wants to compete for West High Track & Field or Cross Country next season.
Click HERE for more information.
Seniors should make sure that all textbooks, calculators, and library books are returned to the library by Tuesday, April 30. If you need to keep a book until after senior finals or AP exams, you must see Mr. Moyer or Mrs. Evans in the library.
Any materials not returned by Monday, May 6, will be declared lost and replacement fees for those items will be put in My Payments Plus. If the items are returned, the fees will be removed. You will not be able to pick up your diploma unless all fines and fees are taken care of.
Space Club provides several real world opportunities working with Astronomy for students at West. We are currently trying to find participants for the Mars Student Imaging Project, a free project offered by NASA and ASU. For more information on it, visit this link. To participate in the 2024-2025 school year, fill out this form.
There are five couples in the running for Prom King and Queen. Voting will take place at Prom on April 27th at The Record in Downtown Bentonville. We will announce King and Queen at approximately 9:15 pm. Your nominated couples are:
Collier DeClerk and Ashley Rangel
Bella Anderson and Neil Parchuri
Tianna Jones and Zach Burns
Francisco Leon and Audrey Bracht
Davari Fox and Jamia Woodard
The Bella Vista Youth Council is open to residents of Bella Vista. Students must be entering 11th or 12th grade for the 2024-2025 school year. Selected students will get first hand experience on how municipalities work. This is a great opportunity to begin your civic engagement in your Community.
Interested students may apply via the link below. Applications will be accepted until May 17th.https://bellavistaar.gov/government/youthcouncil.php
Tryouts for the 2024-2025 Women's Soccer Team are to be held Monday and Tuesday, May 27 & 28, 2024 from 4-5 pm. Participants need to be a current student at BWHS, have a current physical, and have proper soccer attire to try out. Please contact Kerry Castillo at acastillo@bentonvillek12.org if you have any questions.
Visit Bentonville offers free assistance with large restaurant reservations, group lodging, etc. for senior families planning celebrations.
We want to ensure your graduation day is as special and personalized as possible. If you have a name that might pose a challenge for our graduation name-callers, fear not! We've got you covered. Stop by room 1553 (Ms. Moore's room) to record a quick voice note pronouncing your name. This way, our graduation announcers can accurately and confidently call your name as you walk across the stage. Your graduation is a momentous occasion, and we want every aspect to be perfect. Swing by and take a moment to ensure your name is pronounced just the way you like it.
Congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone. We can't wait to celebrate with you on your big day.
CLICK HERE for details. Deadline is April 30.
If you are in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade and have completed 75 Community Service Learning hours, now is the time to submit them! Remember, it is not a state requirement for you to serve 75 hours, but you can receive 1 credit hour on your transcript for your service. This is a great way for colleges or employers to see your commitment to serving your community. The submission form is here. If you have any questions, email Mrs. DeWitt @ sdewitt@bentonvillek12.org
CLICK HERE for our new site with Parent University slide decks from January, a recording of a recent event about Free Tutoring and Test Prep, details for the April 12 event about Funding College and contact information for more assistance or personalized appointments.
Who: Healthy Kids Running Series-Centerton-
High School Students interested in earning Community Service Hours.
What: Healthy Kids Running Series was founded in 2009 to provide kids with a positive, educational, and fun introduction into the world of running. The program was designed to motivate kids to be healthy and active while providing a fun environment to improve their self-esteem. We believe the program encourage kids to adopt a “Get Up and Go” attitude.
When: Use the SignUpGenius Link below to find times to volunteer.
Healthy Kids Running Series-Centerton
Where: 1500 Gamble Rd, Centerton AR 72719
Tasks may include but are not limited to: Setting up the race course, stretching the runners, course marshaling to guide runners in the right direction, assisting in the finish line chute, timing races, recording times, holding the finish line for the runners, and breaking down the course upon the conclusion of the race.
For more information please feel free to reach out to Samantha Hartman at CentertonAR@HealthyyKidsRS.org or by phone at (201)841-0916. You can also view thier facebook page at Healthy Kids Running Series- Centerton AR or view thier website at:https://healthykidsrunningseries.org/race-locations/centerton-ar/.
After reviewing over 250 submissions for this year's lit mag, Volume 5 is almost here! Last year's volume sold out FAST. To ensure that one (or a few) of the copies we order is yours, pre-order in MyPaymentsPlus under the "Yawp Literary Magazine" event. Pre-ordered copies are only $15.00 for almost 200 PAGES (!!!) of high-quality student writing and visual art. The cover price once they arrive is $20.00, so PRE-ORDER AND SAVE 25%!!!
"I sound my barbaric YAWP over the roofs of the world." -- Walt Whitman
BWHS Final Exam Procedures
Semester tests are not to be given before the scheduled testing time for any reason. All final exams are to be given on campus. Students are required to remain in class for the entire period, even if they complete the test early.
Final Exam Exemption Policy
All classes require a cumulative semester exam. Students have the option of taking a semester exam even if they meet exemption parameters. If a student chooses to take a final exam, when they meet exemption parameters, the grade will only be used if it improves their semester grade.
Students may exempt a semester exam in a class if they have four or fewer absences in the specific class for the semester, four or fewer tardy marks in the specific class for the semester, a grade of AT LEAST 75%, no zeroes in the grade book for the semester, and no fines or fees for the class. If a student has more than four UNEXCUSED absences in 6th period (Advisory and FLEX), the student will be ineligible for ANY exemptions. (Note that any absence from any Advisory or FLEX session counts as an absence from 6th period)
Exemptions are allowed for all students each semester, except students in English I-III, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, World History, US History, Civics, and Economics are required to take a fall exam. This requirement applies to variations of each of these courses (Pre-AP, AP, IB, Accelerated, etc.).
All absences (medical, excused, unexcused, etc.) count. Should a student incur excessive medical or bereavement leave the process of studying, preparing, and learning for the exam helps ensure the learning process despite any type of leave. The only absences that are not counted are school business, college visits, and principal excused.
Appeals on exemptions should be directed to a campus principal. Exemptions cannot be appealed past the campus level. The campus principal's decision is final.
9th - 11th Grade (A-Gon) - Tacuma Williams
9th - 11th Grade (Os - Z) - Nolan Moyer
9th - 11th Grade (Goo - Or) - Sarah DeWitt
12th Grade - Sarah Merayo
Crystal Bridges is hosting a brand new Teen Volunteer Program! Summer opportunities include becoming a member of the Grounds Crew, Youth and Family Services Crew, or Juniot Camp Instructors.
Crystal Bridges Volunteer Link
Applications are open until April 30th - Click the link to apply!
Driver's Ed registration is now open. Registration is $250. Contact Tony Cherico from our staff directory if you have any questions.
Driver's Ed Registration Link (https://www.bentonvillek12.org/page/summer-school)
Driver's Education is a one-week, ten-hour course. Both morning and afternoon sessions are available during each session.
Five 5-day sessions will be held:
Session 1: Wednesday, June 5 - Saturday, June 8 (BHS)
Session 2: Monday, June 10 - Friday, June 14 (BHS)
Session 3: Monday, June 17 - Friday, June 21 (BHS)
Session 4: Monday, June 24 - Friday, June 28 (BWHS)
Session 5: Monday, July 1 - Friday, July 5 (BWHS) - No Class Thursday, July 4
Morning classes will meet from 8:30-9:00 with driving times alternating daily between 9:00-10:30 and 10:30-12:00.Afternoon classes will meet from 12:30-1:00 with driving times alternating daily between 1:00-2:30 and 2:30-4:00.
Registration and more information is posted on the website: https://www.bentonvillek12.org/page/summer-school
Any sophomore interested in attending the Hugh O'Brien Youth Leadership seminar at Southern Arkansas University from June 7-June 9 should email Mr. Wright at dwright@bentonvillek12.org.
Interested students can also visit hoby.org for more information.
Please email Mr. Wright with any questions.
CLICK HERE to learn more about this option for Arkansans ages 18-24 (18 YO by August 9). Classes are June 3 - August 9.
Summer School is broken up into two sessions, with each session covering one semester’s worth of class. Session A is June 6-19 and Session B is June 20-July 3. Registration is $150 per session of a course for in-district students, and $250 per session of a course for out-of-district students. Students can take courses for original credit or for credit recovery. Please see the Course Catalog on the summer school page for more information.
*Please note - Economics and Algebra 2 are recovery credits only*
Contact Mrs.Neil: bneil@bentonvillek12.org for any questions.
Go to bentonvillek12.org: Menu, Departments, Academic Services, Secondary, Summer School
Summer School website: https://www.bentonvillek12.org/page/summer-school
Want to raise your ACT score and level up your college applications? Then register for this summer's ACT Academy while you still can! Learn from the experts in this five-day interactive experience to help you ace your next ACT. Session 1 is June 24-28, and Session 2 is July 8-12--sign up for whichever ONE is most convenient for your schedule! Cost is $80 for all four subjects or $50 for just two: English/Reading OR Math/Science. Register by May 17 at this link: tinyurl.com/summer24act. Reach out to Dr. French with any questions at sfrench@bentonvillek12.org.
BWHS Prom 2024, Starry Night, will be held Saturday, April 27, from 8:00pm - 11:00pm at The Record in Downtown Bentonville. Tickets ($30) can be purchased April 1 through April 24 on MyPaymentsPlus. Please note:
- Tickets will not be sold at the door. You must purchase prior to April 24th.
- Students must take care of any outstanding fees or fines before purchasing tickets.
- If your guest does not attend BWHS, you must turn in a completed guest form to the SLC or library by 4/19 and before purchasing a ticket. Guest forms are available on the school website (Students tab > Special Events). Paper copies are also in the Student Life Center (SLC). Do not wait to submit your guest form!
- Non-BWHS guests must arrive with their date who attends BWHS, and both must have photo IDs.
Free 15 Minute Daily Videos to Prepare for AP Exams! AP Daily: Practice Sessions is a video series that highlights free-response questions and multiple-choice questions, with the aim of helping students practice what they’ve learned throughout the school year. AP Daily: Practice Sessions launch April 22. Additional details will follow in the weeks ahead. Also, CLICK HERE for exam descriptions. CLICK HERE for exam dates.
If you are a former student of Mrs. Garrison's class, and you are graduating early this year, please go by room 2252 and retrieve your "Letter to my Senior Self" that you wrote in your freshman year.
WestLO is selling foam spirit claws to raise money for scholarships for our 2024 Seniors! The price has been reduced-grab one (or 5) before they are gone! Claws can be purchased on MPP (BWHS Spirit Foam Claw) and picked up in the library.
Did someone who works at BWHS make your day recently? Did they go out of their way to help you? Let them know they made a difference for you at West. Send them a shout out!