West Greene School District

Topic: West Greene April 2023 School Board Meeting Date: 4/27/2023 Time: 6:00 PM Location: WG Admin Board Conference Room Join Zoom Meeting https://iu1-org.zoom.us/j/91437916781?pwd=L0pZb3BsNlRDaUtQNVF2c1hrSjFEZz09 Meeting ID: 914 3791 6781 Passcode: i5K62z

PSSAs begin tomorrow for students in grades 3-6. Testing begins promptly at 8:40 each morning. Testing will be conducted on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday this week and Tuesday and Wednesday next week. Students arriving after testing has begun will not be permitted to enter the testing session and will have to wait until the session is complete to join their class. Please have your child to school on time on these days and ensure they are well rested. Additional information is included in the attached letter.

West Greene SD April 2023 Committee Meeting When: April 13, 2023 Time: 6 PM Where: West Greene Administration Conference Room https://iu1-org.zoom.us/j/93225711882?pwd=WkNaU3dqRWZLODdNdkhLbmdZZXhmQT09

Letter from the past! Tyfani White (now Tyfani Graham) recently received a letter written back in 2008 to her future self as a project in Mr. Rychtarsky's Language Arts class. The project was used to teach letter writing skills. The final product was a letter to be written to yourself, to be opened after graduation from high school. Tyfani moved out of the district before her 2013 graduation, and the letter just surfaced as Mr. Rychtarsky was going through a few boxes, so it was time to reunite the letter with its owner - albeit 10 years after the intended date. Tyfani got a kick out of the content of the letter, which also included a photo of her and some friends sealed in the envelope. Tyfani has been employed as a Pharmaceutical Technician in WVU Ruby Hospital for 10 years. Thank you for sharing, Tyfani!

High School Students had the opportunity on April 12 to take the College Board's SAT in-house. Students took advantage of being able to take the exam here on campus without having to travel to another testing location. All testers were then treated to pizza for lunch. Thank you to our school administration for allowing this opportunity and to our School Counselor, Mrs. Berry-Sakai for planning and preparing for the day.

All Biology students put their teamwork and research skills to use during today's class where we had a Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) debate. Students were either for or against GMOs, then they were asked to conduct research and tailor an argument to persuade others. During this time students practiced researching information, teamwork, and communication skills to prove their point. Way to go everyone! All the debates were fantastic.

Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 5th is an early dismissal day to begin Spring Break. Students will begin dismissing at 12:35 PM and buses will be departing campus NLT 12:45. School will resume next Wednesday, April 12th. Enjoy your break and have a wonderful Easter.

Going to the Greene County Music Festival being held at Waynesburg Central this evening? The concert starts at 7 PM. Can't make it in person? Follow this link to tune in and watch live as our WG Video Club is Broadcasting the event. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jh0wRur3V4U

Last week, students in grades 8 & 11 had the opportunity to attend the Annual Greene County Career Fair to ponder their futures and speak with representatives from many industries and schools. The fair is hosted by the Greene County School Counselors. Thank you, school counselors!

Tomorrow, March 31st, is a scheduled early dismissal for teacher in-service. Dismissal will begin at 12:30 PM.

Congratulations to West Greene's GCADA Winter Sports winners. Varsity Rifle, Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball and Wrestling.

Throughout the month of March, grades K-3 have been participating in a March Madness Book Tournament! The bracket-style tournament began several weeks ago with 16 of Dr. Seuss' most-loved books. Each day, 2 books went head-to-head and students voted on their favorite. After a handful of upsets and some bittersweet victories along the way, the winning book was announced: There's a Wocket in My Pocket! Thanks to all our K-3 teachers and students for participating!

The girls softball team enjoying the last day on the beach before heading home to begin their season.

The softball team enjoying a team dinner at Simply Southern Smokehouse after a day of softball games. Check out our sun tan! How's the rain in PA?

Due to flooding concerns and the forecast for even more rainfall throughout the day, the West Greene School District will dismiss school on Friday, March 24, 2023, at approximately 11:30 AM.

Topic: West Greene March 2023 Monthly School Board Meeting Date: March 23, 2023 Time: 6:00 PM Location: WG Administration Conference Room Join Zoom Meeting https://iu1-org.zoom.us/j/91437916781?pwd=L0pZb3BsNlRDaUtQNVF2c1hrSjFEZz09

With Kindergarten registration in the near future, I just wanted to remind WG families of the Blueprints Pre-K program which is housed in our elementary school. Students who are at least 3 years old or won't turn 5 until after September 1, 2023 are eligible (see flyer for details). Children who will be 5 years old by September 1st are eligible for kindergarten at WG. Parents should call 724-499-5183 x2310 ASAP to schedule an appointment for registration.

Dylan Wilson participated in the culinary competition and took 2nd place. The competition was in Seven Springs. Dylan got a Certificate of Gold Award for participation, a Certificate of Recognition as a member of the STAR Events National Team, and a Certification of Recognition as Chapter Member of the Year. For 2nd place in his competition, he received a 1,500 Certificate of Scholarship from the Culinary Institute of America.

The 2023 Girls Varsity Softball Team has arrived in Myrtle Beach for Spring Training. Best of luck to the team this season!

IT IS KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION TIME! If you reside in the WG School District and have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1st, they are eligible to register for kindergarten for the 2023-24 school year. Kindergarten registration dates are April 18 and 19, 2023. Please call Mrs. Lana Miller at (724) 499-5183 X2310 between the hours of 9:00AM and 2:30PM to schedule an appointment for your child.