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
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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.
Topic: March 2023 School Board Committee Meeting
Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: WGSD Administration Conference Room
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There is no school for students tomorrow, Friday, March 10, 2023, due to a scheduled Act 80 Day for teacher training.
Spring Sports Picture day is Monday, March 13. Use the web address and Picture Day ID in the attached flyer to pre-order your photo package today! mylifetouch.com JH ID: EVT6SCBX7. HS ID: EVTJ2FMP7.
This morning our 2nd grade students had the privilege of hearing the story, "The Christmas Tea" written by two local authors, Mrs. Diane Toothman and Mrs. Susan Aul. They shared their inspiration for writing this story. "After a day of browsing for new fabric, for a relaxing afternoon of sewing, they opened up the door of the car and they found a mouse that had been along for the ride." The story is from perspectives of mice having a Christmas tea celebration with baking and sewing. The students even got to hear the new story Mrs. Toothman and Mrs. Aul are currently in the process of publishing! Thank you Mrs. Toothman and Mrs. Aul for bringing this story to life for our 2nd graders and for inspiring them to possibly become authors one day too. A special thanks to the West Greene Elementary Parent Organization for purchasing a copy of "The Christmas Tea" for each 2nd grader.
West Greene High School's National Honor Society students read their favorite children's book to 2nd graders to model fluent reading. Both high school and elementary students had a blast getting to know each other, reading, and reviewing the story. This activity was called the "Starbooks Review". After listening to the children's book, the elementary students discussed the book and completed the Starbooks Review activity page. There were conversations about the setting, their favorite characters, and their favorite part of the story. Lastly, the students decorated a Starbooks cup and rated the book. Our National Honor Society students did a fantastic job modeling fluent reading and asking questions for deeper thinking of the stories read. Thank you Mr. Armstrong for your collaboration for this buddy reading activity.
