Potters Road BOCES Classes begin September 7, 2010.
West Senior High School

Opportunities for Parent Teacher Conferences
West Senior High School
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES At various times, parents may wish to discuss concerns about their child with the child’s teacher(s). The teachers at West welcome these opportunities to meet with you to maximize our student’s chances for success and we provide a number of options for scheduling Parent-Teacher conferences: 1. Teacher Requested Conference: If your child’s... more info

Student Parking
West Senior High School
Due to our capital project we will be losing a number of parking spots for the 2010-2011 school year. Therefore we will not have the space available to allow juniors to park on campus. Parking at West Senior will be a senior only privilege. Twelfth graders are the only students who are allowed to park in our student lot. No other students will be accorded parking privileges anywhere on school... more info

Principal's Letter September 2010
West Senior High School
September 2010 Dear Parent(s) or Guardian: You are cordially invited to attend two exciting and worthwhile events at West Senior. First, our “Open House” is scheduled for Thursday, September 23rd from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. I would like you to meet our talented staff and learn more about our school. Secondly, we hope you will be able to attend one or all of the exciting and fun filled events... more info

A Message from the School Nurse
West Senior High School
A message from the School Nurse Regarding the Administration of Medications… School nurses, principals and other school personnel are often asked to dispense medication to school children. New York State guidelines require that medication can only be dispensed under the following policy: 1. Following a written request from the parent/guardian and 2. A written request from the physician... more info

Open House 2010
West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High School Parent Go-To-School Night West Seneca West Senior High School OPEN HOUSE Thursday, September 23rd 2010 7-9PM Please join us!! Sign up for parent teacher conferences will be held in the cafeteria. Doors will open at 6:30 pm. Taking small steps together, our faulty, staff, parents and community will enable our students to achieve... more info

Welcome to West Senior High School 2010
West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High School A Parent Participation School Parents Go To School Night 7-9 pm The Purpose of Parents Go To School Night is to give parents the opportunity to experience their child’s schedule while learning the course requirements and expectations of each of their child’s teachers. Unfortunately, time constraints do not permit individual conferences. Conferences may be... more info

Parent Teacher Conference Day
West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High School Parent-Teacher Conference Day Wednesday, December 1, 2010 12:30-7:45 PM Parent-Teacher Conference Day is a time for individual parent-teacher meetings. The times of these meetings are established by appointment. Parents attending Open House on September 23rd will have the first opportunity to sign up for Parent-Teacher conferences. Doors will... more info

How To Get Help at West Senior
West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High At West Senior we offer many forms of help for students who need academic assistance. Our AIS (Academic Intervention Services) offers professional tutoring in a supervised setting. AIS pairs teachers with students needing academic support. Students come out of study hall or after school to attend AIS. Block Five is held after school 2:00 to 2:40. ... more info

Clubs and Organizations at West Senior
West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High School CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS OUR SCHOOL OFFERS MANY OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENT INVOLVEMENT AND DECISION MAKING 2010-2011 “Acenes”-The Yearbook Mrs. Schubring Ms. Knaze Art Club Mr. DeGlopper Book Store Mr. Shriver Chess Club Mr. Bulas Class Advisors Seniors Ms. Sullivan Mrs. Webber Juniors Mrs. Jubulis Mrs. Beres-Hart ... more info

Have Your Children Do Their Banking at School
West Senior High School
Have your children do their banking at school. Open Everyday during lunches Evans National Bank Students can: Learn financial responsibility Enjoy the convenience of on site banking Save money in an interest bearing account Have a safe way to have funds in school Develop a local banking relationship Just Bring: $5 to be directly deposited into your account, your social... more info

Homecoming Week September 2010
West Senior High School
Homecoming 2010 Students, Parents, and Alumni Join us for the 2010 Homecoming Celebrations! Monday, September 20th: Music Check on the morning announcements. Tuesday, September 21st: Check on the morning announcements. Wednesday, September 22nd: Show support for your class on Class Color Day. Freshman~Red Junior~Yellow Sophomore~Green Senior~Blue Wear your... more info

Grade Reporting Information 2010-11
West Senior High School
WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Grade Reporting Information 2010-11 Parents and students are advised that teachers will follow the following schedule as they grade for each of the quarters: GRADING PERIODS AND REPORT CARD DATES QUARTER BEGINS ENDS APPROXIMATE WEEK OF REPORT CARD DISTRIBUTION Quarter begins September 3 Quarter ends November 5 Approximate week of report card... more info

West Seneca Schools Academy Summer Camp Program Recognized
Academies, East Middle School, East Senior High School, West Middle School, West Senior High School

Frank Caliei (left) and Tim Oldenburg (middle) field questions from a member of the audience

Each year the National Academy Foundation hosts their Summer Institute for Staff Development for Academy Directors, Administrators, Teachers, and Counselors. In Philadelphia this year, over 1500 Academy participants took part in various sessions focused on the needs and strategies of NAF programs from across the nation. Tim Oldenburg, Academy Director for the West Seneca Schools, and Frank... more info

Important Phone Numbers
West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High School Phone Numbers MAIN OFFICE Switchboard 677-3350 677-3351 677-3352 STUDENT SERVICES Secretaries Mrs.Cline 677-3361 Mrs. McCabe 677-3362 ATTENDANCE Mrs. Rozek 677-3358 LIBRARY 677-3374 PRINCIPAL'S OFFICE Mr. Jon MacSwan Secretary Mrs. Kapuscinski... more info

Plan Your Future Class of 2011
West Senior High School
JULY – AUGUST 2010 • Review your career plans and decide which type of school is right for you • Visit college campuses, narrowing your choices • Request catalogs, applications and admission information • Volunteer in the community, you will need the experience for scholarships SEPTEMBER 2010 • Meet with Admissions and/or Military Reps who are visiting our school • Ask... more info

Important Dates for Seniors
West Senior High School
IMPORTANT DATES FOR SENIORS 2010-2011 AUGUST 2010 August 6, 2010 ACT registration deadline for Sept. 11 test SEPTEMBER 2010 Fall College Reps visiting West Sr.- check Student Services Posting Fall Military Reps visiting West Sr.- check Student Services Posting September 10, 2010 SAT registration deadline for Oct 9 SAT September 11, 2010 ACT Exam September 17,... more info

Welcome to West Senior High School
West Senior High School
August 1, 2010 WELCOME TO WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Dear Parents and Students: I want to express to all of you a hearty welcome as you prepare to enroll at West Senior High! You are entering an atmosphere with caring, concerned educators who want to work with you and assist you in developing socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally to your fullest potential. ... more info

Opening School Supplies Start Up Pack
West Senior High School
OPENING SCHOOL SUPPLIES “START UP PACK” Please have your child bring the following items to school on the first day of classes: 1(One-inch) Three Ring Notebook 4 to 6 File Dividers 1 Pack of Loose-Leaf 3 Ring Paper Ruler Pens, Pencils, Compass 3 to 4 Folders Strongly Recommended Texas Instruments ... more info

Graphing Calculators
West Senior High School
WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH 3330 Seneca Street West Seneca, NY 14224 Graphing Calculators In accordance with the New York State Learning Standards for Math, West Seneca Central Schools and its teachers are committed to the idea that students be equipped with a Graphing Calculator in the classroom, at home and for use during tests and exams. We are specifically recommending the Texas... more info

Sports Boosters
West Senior High School
WEST SENECA WEST SPORTS BOOSTERS (a non-profit incorporated organization) PLEASE JOIN OUR ORGANIZATION AND HELP US TO HELP THE STUDENT ATHLETES AT WEST SENECA WEST HIGH SCHOOL The Sports Boosters awarded $4000 in scholarships last year and they provide a great service to the school community. Some past Booster projects include the completion of the sand volleyball pits, the new... more info

Principals Opening Day Letter 2010
West Senior High School
August 2010 Dear Parents and Students: The start of school is always an exciting time. All of us at West Senior have high expectations and are looking forward to the upcoming school year. We anticipate a challenging and exciting academic year. I'm certain that "2010-2011" will be a great year for everyone at West Seneca West. School will open Tuesday, September 7th, for all students.... more info

Eleventh and Twelfth Grade Letter from the Principal
West Senior High School
WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL August 2010 A Letter To Parents of Eleventh and Twelfth Graders Dear Parent: Your son/daughter has reached an important milestone. He or she will be entering one of the last two years at West Senior, a culmination of thirteen years of education. I would like to take this opportunity to share some pertinent information which I feel is important to... more info

Parent Participation School
West Senior High School
WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL A Parent Participation School August 2010 ALL PARENTS PLEASE NOTE IMPORTANT INFORMATION • We need to keep current concerning Emergency Medical Information which we keep confidentially on file in the Health Office. It is very important that we keep this information up to date. During the course of the school year, no child will be released to any... more info

PTG Information
West Senior High School
Dear Parents: August 2010 Our Parent-Teacher Guild is presently in the process of preparing another exciting and meaningful year of participation in the education of our children. 2010-2011 promises to be a year in which we can build upon past success and grow as an organization as we offer greater opportunities for student enrichment. There is a phrase from folklore, "It takes the... more info

Sports Booster 2nd Annual Scholarship Golf Outing
West Senior High School
Sports Booster 2nd Annual Scholarship Golf Outing To be held at: The Harvest Hill Golf Center 3052 Old Transit Rd. Orchard Park, N.Y. DATE: Saturday, September 11, 2010 PRICE: $95.00 REGISTRATION: 9:30 AM SHOTGUN START: 11:00 AM Donation includes: Golf, Carts, Lunch, Dinner, Beer, Wine, Pop, Prizes and... more info

School Supplies 2010-11
West Senior High School
Below find the school supply list for West Senior for the 2010-11 school year: ART: Studio in Art 1. #2 pencils/ drawing pencils (several) 2. Erasers (several) 3. Sketch book (10 x 12 minimum) Spiral bond preferred 4. 2 pocket folder with loose-leaf paper for notes 5. Storage bag/ box - must be large enough to store all of your art supplies. 6. 2 black extra fine point & 2 black fine... more info

Summer English Reading List English 1
West Senior High School
June 2010 Dear Parents: Even as the 2009-2010 academic year comes to a close, it is important to look to the future to help develop our students' academic skills for the upcoming school year. The English teachers at West Seneca West Senior High School believe that one vital skill that may be sharpened during the summer is critical reading. One way we wish to develop this skill is through the... more info

Summer English Reading List English 2
West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High School 3330 Seneca St. West Seneca, NY 14224 June 2010 Dear Parents: Even as the 2009-2010 academic year comes to a close, it is important to look to the future to help develop our students' academic skills for the upcoming school year. The English teachers at West Seneca West Senior High School believe that one vital skill that may be sharpened during the... more info

Summer English Reading List English 3
West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High School 3330 Seneca St. West Seneca, NY 14224 June 2010 Dear Parents: Even as the 2009-2010 academic year comes to a close, it is important to look to the future to help develop our students' academic skills for the upcoming school year. The English teachers at West Seneca West Senior High School believe that one vital skill that may be sharpened during the... more info

Summer English Reading List English 4
West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High School 3330 Seneca St. West Seneca, NY 14224 June 2010 Dear Parents: Even as the 2009-2010 academic year comes to a close, it is important to look to the future to help develop our students' academic skills for the upcoming school year. The English teachers at West Seneca West Senior High School believe that one vital skill that may be sharpened during the... more info

Summer English Reading List Enriched 2,3,4, and AP
West Senior High School
June, 2010 Dear Enriched English Students and Parents, Summer reading is part of West Senior’s Enriched English curriculum. Reading books during the summer helps develop lifelong reading habits. Also, it assists students in preparing literature for the New York State Regents Exam and the Advanced Placement Exam. Listed below is the summer reading program for Enriched English. The books... more info

West Seneca Academy Students Awarded Scholarships
Academies, West Senior High School
West Senior Academy of Finance students Christina Lynch and Craig Balcer were recently each awarded a $2000 scholarship from the Independent Insurance Agents Association of WNY. The students were eligible for these scholarships because of their participation in the InVest program. InVEST, a school-to-work insurance program, teams with high school and community college educators to provide a... more info

West Seneca graduates NAF Class of 2010
Academies, East Middle School, East Senior High School, West Middle School, West Senior High School

Academy of Information Technology Graduates

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 marked the capstone event for the National Academy Foundation graduates from West Seneca Schools. This annual dinner and ceremony at Kloc’s Blossom Grove had students celebrating with their families, teachers, administrators, school board members and local business partners. Funded entirely by the generous sponsorship of many West Seneca businesses and community... more info

Academy of Visual Arts students showcase their work
Academies, East Middle School, East Senior High School, West Middle School, West Senior High School
Each year, West Seneca Schools’ Academy of Visual Arts (AVA) students present and defend their skills, techniques, and collective works to professionals in the industry. This culminating event is designed for the AVA junior class. These students are in their second year of the academy program. The premise of the adjudication process is that during their junior year student begin work on the... more info

Library
East Elementary School
East Elementary School Library contains over 12,000 books and 20 computers, we are exploring Reference, online resources and reading! We also have equipment, which teachers sign out for class use. Check our online catalog (see link) for more information and resources available. ...more info