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September 30, 2019
By Susan Trower
  October 1:
WSA Parents and students in Grades 9-11 are invited to:
College Information
Night
This informational evening is open to any parents and/or 9th-11th grade students who are interested in learning more about the college search, finance and application process.
Barrie Hillman, WSA Head of School, and Catherine Freeman, Associate Head of School and WSA College Counselor, will be sharing guidance and advice on what steps should be taken for the college search, the process for applications, how and when to visit schools, what questions to ask schools, how to navigate the financial aid process and also how to make the decision of where to apply and where to enroll. Students are encouraged to attend because they are the ones who will be leading this process!
 October 8:
Picture Retake Day!
The photographer will be on campus at 8:20 a.m.
This is for retake and absentee make-up student photos.
 October 9 and 23
2:00 PM DISMISSAL
for teacher collaborative planning
2:05 - 3:10 p.m.
- Optional study hall for grades 11-12
- Homework café available for grades 6-10
 October 11:
Friday, October 11 is Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) In-Service Day, so there is NO SCHOOL.
This is a day when NWAIS teachers participate in workshops, collaborative planning, and professional development.
 October 16:
All students in Grades 8 - 11 will take the Preliminary SAT (PSAT) on Wednesday, October 16. This is a program co-sponsored by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
It's a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT. It also gives students in the 11th grade a chance to enter National Merit scholarship programs.
- There will be an 11:45 a.m. DISMISSAL on that day.
- Students in Grades 6 and 7 will have a half-day field trip.
- Seniors who have pre-registered with Mrs. Freeman have the option to take the SAT on October 16. Seniors who are not taking the SAT have NO SCHOOL and may use it as a study day.
 October 19:
Days for Girls (DFG) International helps girls around the world stay in school by providing sustainable feminine hygiene solutions and health education. The DFG hygiene kits are produced with the help of thousands of volunteers - including the ones in Poulsbo's own DFG chapter.
The Poulsbo DFG is hosting a community work party for anyone who is interested on Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at West Sound Academy in the Commons. Parents and students are welcome to drop by anytime during the day to learn more and help out.
You don't need to sew in order to help; there are many non-sewing tasks also. If you do sew, however, please bring your sewing machine or serger and join in the fun. Feel free to bring friends! For more information contact Shirley Wilder at Poulsbowa@daysforgirls.org or find Days for Girls on Facebook.
 October 21 - 25:
It's School Spirit Week!
 October 25:
WSA Student Council & Thespian Troupe #8175
present an:
All-School Halloween Dance
Come for:
- Dancing
- Games
- Festive snacks
- Ghoulish fun!
Place: The Commons
Time: 7 to 9 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
Dress: Costumes, of course! (No inappropriate or excessively gory costumes, please)
Note: Non-WSA students will need to bring a completed WSA Guest Permission Form to school by October 25 in order to be admitted to the event.
August 31, 2019
By Susan Trower
 September 2:
There is NO SCHOOL on Monday,
September 2, in observance of Labor Day.
September 4:
Community and Auction Committee Meeting
 Get ready to go to infinity and beyond! The very first Community and Auction Committee Meeting is set for Wednesday, September 4 at 6:30 p.m.
New volunteers are needed and welcome to come and learn about helping to plan our Annual Auction Gala using a space-inspired theme to celebrate the infinite possibilities that WSA students can achieve with their West Sound education.
 September 6:
Picture Day
 September 10:
West Sound Academy parents are invited to come to campus for:
Curriculum Night
6:30 p.m.
Parents attend all of their child's classes, meet their teachers, and find out what they'll be studying this year!
September 11 and 25:
West Sound Academy classes
dismiss at 2:00 p.m.
for teacher collaborative planning.
From 2:05 to 3:10 p.m.:
- Optional study hall for grades 11-12
- Homework café available for grades 6-10
 September 13, 20, 27:
There is
NO SCHOOL
- Friday, September 13
- Friday, September 20
- Friday, September 27
so that WSA faculty can participate in Parent-Teacher Conferences.
 September 25:
There is a meeting of the
West Sound Academy
Board of Trustees
Wednesday, September 25
Conference Room
5:30 p.m.
August 19, 2019
By Barrie Hillman
 It's a new school year and WSA is kicking it off with lots of new things! The most exciting change is our new logo, designed by our very own Front Desk Coordinator, Brandie Robbins. The logo captures the essence of a student's experience as a student. The logo explained:
The mountain is a powerful metaphor for the many pinnacles that WSA teachers curate for students to approach and ascend, ultimately leading to their next journey after high school. The W is deliberately free-form to symbolize that children are the center of our focus but also reminiscent of two arms creating a safety net of sorts as students climb to their pinnacles. The faculty and staff hold out their arms in order to demonstrate support during the risk-taking that students must embrace in order to find greater achievement.
In tandem with a new logo will be the launch of a new website that shares information for the school in a clean and contemporary visual manner. Keep an eye out for the new "Hawk's Nest" link on the website where parents and students will be able to easily find all the relevant day-to-day information needed in one easy to find place. The website should be launched in late October in order to allow us time to learn the various processes involved in site management.
Last spring, WSA was able to raise money through the Kitsap Great Give to purchase new furniture for the entry areas of our buildings as well as a few pieces outside too. Each lobby has new seating or standing tables that allow for easy collaboration and socializing. Charging stations are also available in the classroom buildings and both Ryan and Parke now have printers accessible in the lobbies. Additionally, thanks to a grant from the Seattle Foundation, we also have stylish and comfy new "working" chairs in the library and for our in-house school counselor to use for meetings.
 Thanks to the hard work of Josh Pippinger and Mark Henry, father and grandfather of Ethan Henry-Pippinger, our unpaved driveway areas have gotten a new gravel and smooth grade. While the bulldozer was on site, a new "flat spot" was created just behind the PE shed for recess and outdoor play. Finally, Josh created a looped trail in the pastures above and below the soccer field to allow for even more outdoor adventures.
Joe was busy all summer making old things new again! He installed new vinyl flooring in Ryan 1 so sixth and seventh graders can more easily work on projects. He rearranged locker configurations and painted an accent wall in Karen's classroom. He re-painted the gallery and added new magnetic sheets to create easy options for hanging artwork. Joe also re-built the ga-ga pit with recycled fencing and a dash of creativity.
Making something new out of something old, Sam Abraham '20 and Noah Moosmiller '20 along with some extra help from parent, Jason Moosmiller, constructed a stage at the amphitheater from old materials once used for the Listen To Your Art stage as their CAS project. Another CAS project led by Julie Hillman '20 was to re-organize the prop closet used for WSA Theatre productions. With the help of Emily Bradford '20, these two seniors are also creating a digital catalog of the major costumes.
 As indicated in the Registration Meetings Barrie conducted this summer, the school year will be launched with a new School Information System called Gradelink, replacing RenWeb/FACTS which should allow for some added capability. We will have a new lunch ordering system through Google Forms. This will start as a weekly process until we get the hang of it and will then, hopefully, advance to monthly orders. Related to assessment, there is a new Parent-Teacher-Student Conference format as well, starting with goal-setting conferences in September.
We have a new teacher too! Please welcome Anna Solovyev. And, of course, we welcomed a new future WSA student this summer: Thomas Freeman, born to Associate Head of School, Catherine Freeman in July.
Despite all the new, what remains a constant at WSA is our commitment to our students to provide a school where they are known as individuals and experience meaningful learning opportunities and purposeful engagement with the world around them.
May 01, 2019
By Susan Trower
 May 1-3:
WSA Spirit Week continues!
Monday, April 29: Pajama Day & Hugs
Tuesday, April 30: Snazzy Day & High Fives
Wednesday, May 1: Snazzy Day & International Salutations
Thursday, May 2: Mustache Day & Compliments
Friday, May 3: Decades Day & Handwritten Notes
May 3:
 WSA's Student Council presents:
Middle School Game Night and BBQ
Place: The Commons
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Burgers & Hot Dogs: will be served!
Tickets: $5 per person
Interested? Get your ticket at the Front Desk!
May 4:
Upper School
Spring Formal
"Enchanted Garden"
Saturday, May 7
Indianola Clubhouse
7 to 9:30 p.m. - $15 per person
Students bringing guests who do not attend WSA must return a completed Guest Permission Slip (first signed by WSA Head of School and then signed by the guest's parent) to the WSA Front Office by Friday, May 3, 2019 in order for the guest to be admitted to the event.
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April 01, 2019
By Susan Trower
 April 9-12:
Extended Essay Café for Juniors
Juniors who are planning to submit an Extended Essay (EE) to the International Baccalaureate Organization in their senior year will give a slide presentation on their research and writing plans to an audience of EE Supervisors and fellow EE writers.
Place: Conference Room
Dates and Times
April 9, 2:05 - 3:10: Max M., Noah M., Chaidie P.
April 10, 2:00 - 3:00: Lucius V., River G., Julie H., Grace C.R.S.
April 11, 12:20 - 2:00: Emily B., Boaz A., Paige J., Phillip C., Jaime L.
April 12, 12:20 - 2:00: Sam A., Elliott D.,Grace A.S., Dylan B.
April 10:
2:00 PM DISMISSAL
for teacher collaborative planning
2:05 - 3:10 p.m.
- Optional study hall for grades 11-12
- Homework café available for grades 6-10
 April 22:
Monday, April 22, 2018, is Earth Day
WSA students and staff will leave campus at 1:30 p.m. and travel by advocacies to designated clean-up routes throughout Poulsbo.
Students will make their way from the start of their route to Poulsbo's Waterfront Park for pick up at the park at 3:10 p.m.
 April 23:
One day only: a 24-hour online giving event!
WSA uses the Kitsap Great Give to raise funds for a specific item that supports the students of the school. In 2019, WSA is quite literally attempting to support the students by raising funds for some desperately needed communal space furniture. Learning happens all over our campus and the common areas have no seating for small group work, socializing or teacher consultations. In an age when too many of us our looking at screens instead of at each other's faces, this seating is especially critical to foster both planned and impromptu face to face engagement.
On April 23 go to: https://kitsapgreatgive.org/profile/s/west-sound-academy
January 28, 2019
By Susan Trower
 February 7:
Knowledge Bowl Competition
State Tournament Qualifier
Fort Worden, Port Townsend
KB team members:
- Arrive at school by 7:45 a.m.
- Leave WSA: 8:00 a.m.
- Return to WSA: by 3:45 p.m.
- Bring a lunch and water bottle
 February 8:
The staff of Mud Pie is proud to present their fourth annual arts night and poetry slam:
Arts Poetica: Volume Five
The Commons
6:30 p.m.
The evening is a sharing of artwork, poetry and music in an open-mic format. Students, parents and community members are encouraged to bring in written work to read--either original or a favorite poem!
Sit down at the Art Wall and create art right on the spot that evening!
There is a $5 suggested donation per attendee. Proceeds benefit Mud Pie 2019, WSA's award-winning arts and literary journal, now in its 21st year!
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December 18, 2018
By Eric Bright
 It seems only recently that we were having fun and catching up with each other at Fall Gathering after a long summer vacation. But the sunny warm days of September have given way to gray rainy ones of December, and here we are near the end of yet another semester of school. Winter break at WSA lasts from December 19 thru January 6. It is a well-earned and deserved rest for middle- and upper-school students and staff who have been working hard over the past three and half months.
WSA prides itself on providing a challenging and rigorous educational experience to our students but recognizes the value and importance of periods of repose with no obligations and stress. We strongly encourage students and their families, therefore, to completely detach themselves from academic matters even though final exams and long-term projects have yet to be completed. Winter break is a time for relaxing, reconnecting with friends and families, and revitalization. It is a rare opportunity to embrace unstructured time and simply enjoy living without the demands and pressures of our workday lives.
So please resist the temptation to worry about school work and enjoy your break! Review week will provide sufficient opportunity to reconnect with the content of class, prepare for final exams, and complete unfinished projects.
December 03, 2018
By Susan Trower
 December 4:
On December 4, 2018, during the last hour of the school day.... WSA students are doing an
going through their choice of a selection of programming tutorials.
 December 9:
Admissions Information
Session and Tour
December 9, 2018
Sunday
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Admissions Information Sessions introduce our faculty and program to interested families.
Visitors will learn about our academics and extracurricular activities, meet the Head of School and some of the faculty and students, and take a tour of the campus. Anyone interested in joining us for an Admissions Information Session can send an email to Lisa Gsellman at lgsellman@westsoundacademy.org. For a map and driving directions to West Sound Academy, click here.
October 31, 2018
By Susan Trower
 November 10:
WSA 21st Annual Auction
Saturday, November 3
5:30 p.m.
Kiana Lodge
114976 Sandy Hood Road NE, Poulsbo
Help make West Sound Academy's successful college-preparatory programs possible by participating in our Annual Auction as a donor and attendee.
For directions to Kiana Lodge click here.
 November 12:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Monday, November 12
in observance of
Veterans Day
October 01, 2018
By Susan Trower
 October 1, 8, and 15:
Pick-up Ultimate Frisbee
on Mondays!
Herbert Gundran, a volunteer from Kitsap Ultimate, is hosting three Ultimate Frisbee pick-up games this Octoberl. The games are open to all students and take place on WSA's field from 3:20 to 4:20 p.m. Students should sign up at the front desk.
Please note: dogs are NOT allowed to participate - only humans!
October 2:
Picture Retake Day!
The photographer will be on campus at 9 a.m.
This is for retake and absentee make-up student photos.
If you missed the first picture day, you can bring an order form in with you and have your picture taken.
August 31, 2018
By Susan Trower
September 3:
There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day.
September 5:
Auction Volunteer Meeting
Anyone interested in helping at West Sound Academy's 21st Annual Auction on November 3 is invited to come to a meeting for auction volunteers. This year our theme is Game Night!: An Evening of Fun & Festivities in Support of WSA Students. We have small jobs and more complex ones and would love your help!
Conference Room
Baker Hall
5:30 p.m.
September 11:
West Sound Academy parents are invited to come to campus for:
Curriculum Night
6:30 p.m.
Parents attend all of their child's classes, meet their teachers, and find out what they'll be studying this year!
May 30, 2018
By Susan Trower
 June 7:
June Term music
performances
for parents and friends
Paul Burback, Director
Indianola Clubhouse
6:30 p.m.
 June 8:
June Term
Presentations
Take place in the Commons
There is EARLY DISMISSAL
at 12:00 Noon
See Image Galleries for an album of photos from all of the 2018 June Term classes and TRECs!
 June 11 - August 28:
There is
NO SCHOOL
June 11 - August 28
for Summer Vacation
See you on Wednesday, August 29 for the first day of school for 2018-2019!
April 29, 2018
By Susan Trower
May 1:
Admissions
Information Session and Tour
Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m.
Information Sessions introduce our faculty and program to interested families. Visitors have a chance to learn about our academics and extracurricular activities, meet the Head of School and some of the faculty and students, and take a tour of the campus.
Anyone interested in joining us for this Information Session can email Lisa Gsellman at lgsellman@westsoundacademy.org
May 1-4:
WSA Spirit Week continues!
Monday, April 30: Pajama Day - dress comfy!
Tuesday, May 1: Snazzy Day - wear something snazzy!
Wednesday, May 2: Pacific Northwest Day - plaid shirt, socks & sandals
Thursday: Spirit Day - wear sports team or WSA gear
Friday: Star Wars Day - come as your favorite Star Wars character
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February 28, 2018
By Susan Trower
 March 7:
2:00 PM DISMISSAL
for teacher collaborative planning
2:05 - 3:10 p.m.
- Optional study hall for grades 11-12
- Homework café available for grades 6-10
 March 9 and 10:
West Sound Academy presents:
The Curious Savage
A Comedy by John Patrick
Directed by
Gretchen Nordleaf-Nelson
Friday, March 9: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 10: 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $10 Adults
For ticket reservations, go to:
The Commons
West Sound Academy
16571 Creative Dr NE,, Poulsbo
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December 31, 2017
By Susan Trower
January 2:
 School resumes with
Finals Review Week
January 6:
Days for Girls (DFG) International helps girls around the world stay in school by providing sustainable feminine hygiene solutions and health education. The DFG hygiene kits are produced with the help of thousands of volunteers - including the ones in Poulsbo's own DFG chapter.
The Poulsbo DFG is hosting a community work party for anyone who is interested on Saturday, January 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at West Sound Academy in the Commons. Parents and students are welcome to drop by anytime during the day to learn more and help out.
November 02, 2017
By Susan Trower
November 10:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Friday, November 10
in observance of
Veterans Day
 November 10:
WSA 20th Annual Auction
Friday, November 10
6:00 p.m.
Canoe Ballroom
Suquamish Clearwater
Casino Resort
Help make West Sound Academy's successful college-preparatory programs possible by participating in our Annual Auction as a donor and attendee.
For directions to the resort click here.
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October 01, 2017
By Susan Trower
 October 2 - 31:
The West Sound Academy Drama Club and Thespian Troupe #8175 will be collecting nonperishable food donations for Fishline as part of the Trick or Treat so Kids Can Eat food drive - part of the International Thespian Society’s annual nationwide community service initiative.
Bring food donations to the orange bins in Frodel and Baker Halls throughout the month of October.
For more information, see: Trick or Treat So Kids Can Eat
 October 2:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Willamette University: Conference Room, Baker Hall, at 9:15 a.m.
 October 4:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Reed College: Conference Room, Baker Hall, at 9:15 a.m.
 October 5:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Pacific Lutheran University: Library, Baker Hall, at 9:15 a.m.
 October 10:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Whitworth University: Conference Room, Baker Hall, at 9:30 a.m.
 October 11:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Cornish College of the Arts: Frodel Gallery, at 9:30 a.m.
October 11:
2:00 PM DISMISSAL
for teacher collaborative planning
2:05 - 3:10 p.m.
- Optional study hall for grades 11-12
- Homework café available for grades 6-10
October 13:
Friday, October 13 is Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) In-Service Day, so there is NO SCHOOL.
This is a day when NWAIS teachers participate in workshops, collaborative planning, and professional development.
October 18:
Picture Retake Day!
The photographer will be on campus at 9 a.m.
This is for retake and absen make-up student photos.
If you missed the first picture day, you can bring an order form in with you and have your picture taken.
October 20:
All-School Halloween Dance
Come for:
- Dancing
- Games
- Festive snacks
- Ghoulish fun!
Place: The Commons
Time: 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Dress: Costumes, of course! (No inappropriate or excessively gory costumes, please)
Cost: $8 without food, $7 with one can, $6 with two, $5 with three or more
Food collected will go to WSA Thespian Troupe's Trick or Treat So Kids Can Eat food drive.
Note: Non-WSA students will need to bring a completed WSA Guest Permission Slip to school by October 20 in order to be admitted to the event.
 October 23:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Oregon State University: Library, Baker Hall, at 9:15 a.m.
 October 24 and 25:
Tuesday, October 24, is a normal school day, followed by:
- Parent-Teacher Conferences, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 25, has a 11:30 a.m. dismissal (for Grades 6-11) and NO SCHOOL for Grade 12, followed by:
- Parent-Teacher Conferences, 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
October 25:
All students in Grades 8 - 11 will take the Preliminary SAT (PSAT) on Wednesday, October 25. This is a program co-sponsored by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
It's a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT. It also gives students in 11th grade a chance to enter National Merit scholarship programs.
- There will be a 11:30 AM DISMISSAL on that day.
- Students in Grades 6 and 7 will have a half-day field trip.
- Seniors have NO SCHOOL on October 25, and may use it as a study day.
October 26 and 27:
There is
NO SCHOOL on
Thursday, October 26 and
Friday, October 27
so that WSA Teachers can participate in Parent-Teacher Conferences.
 October 27:
The end of the 1st Quarter
for the 2017-2018 academic year
is on Friday, October 27, 2017
 October 27-28:
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September 02, 2017
By Susan Trower
September 4:
There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day.
 September 6:
Auction
Volunteer Meeting
Anyone interested in helping at West Sound Academy's 20th Annual Auction on November 10 is invited to come to a meeting for auction volunteers. This year our theme, in keeping with our 20-year anniversary, is 20/20 Vision: Celebrating our Past and Shaping our Future. We have small jobs and more complex ones and would love your help!
Conference Room
Baker Hall
5:30 p.m.
September 12:
West Sound Academy parents are invited to come to campus for:
Curriculum Night
6:30 p.m.
Parents attend all of their child's classes, meet their teachers, and find out what they'll be studying this year!
September 13:
West Sound Academy classes
dismiss at 2:00 p.m.
for teacher collaborative planning.
From 2:05 to 3:10 p.m.:
- Optional study hall for grades 11-12
- Homework café available for grades 6-10
 September 14:
WSA Parents and students considering going on this year's June TREC trips should come to the:
Mandatory Planning Meeting
The two Education First trips this year are to:
Baker Hall
The Commons
6:30 p.m.
September 21:
West Sound Academy classes
dismiss at 12:15 p.m.
on Thursday, September 21
so that teachers can participate in New Student Get-to-Know-You Conferences.
 September 22:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Friday, September 22
so that WSA Teachers can participate in New Student Get-to-Know-You Conferences.
 September 25:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Whitman College.
Conference Room
Baker Hall
1:00 p.m.
September 27:
West Sound Academy classes
dismiss at 2:00 p.m.
for teacher collaborative planning.
From 2:05 to 3:10 p.m.:
- Optional study hall for grades 11-12
- Homework café available for grades 6-10
September 27:
Picture Day
will take place in the Commons
on Wednesday, September 27
beginning at 9 a.m.
September 27:
There is a meeting of the
West Sound Academy
Board of Trustees
Wednesday, September 27
Conference Room
5:30 p.m.
 September 28:
WSA Parents and students in Grades 9-12 are invited to:
College Information
Night
This informational evening is focused more for juniors and seniors getting ready to launch into the college search and college application process but it never hurts to start learning about these things early so students and parents in grades 9-10 are also invited to attend.
WSA Head of School Barrie Hillman will be sharing guidance and advice on what steps should be taken for the college search, the process for applications, how and when to visit schools, what questions to ask schools, how to navigate the financial aid process and also how to make the decision of where to apply and where to enroll. Students are encouraged to attend because you are the ones who will be leading this process!
June 01, 2017
By Susan Trower
June 3:
Days for Girls (DFG) International helps girls around the world stay in school by providing sustainable feminine hygiene solutions and health education. The DFG hygiene kits are produced with the help of thousands of volunteers - including the ones in Poulsbo's own DFG chapter.
The Poulsbo DFG is hosting a community work party for anyone who is interested on Saturday, June 3 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at West Sound Academy in the Commons. Parents and students are welcome to drop by anytime during the day to learn more and help out.
You don't need to sew in order to help; there are many non-sewing tasks also. If you do sew, however, please bring your sewing machine or serger and join in the fun. Feel free to bring friends! For more information contact Molly Masker at Poulsbowa@daysforgirls.org.
June 8:
June Term music
performances
for parents and friends
Paul Burback, Director
Indianola Clubhouse
6:30 p.m.
June 9:
June Term
Presentations
Take place in the Commons
There is EARLY DISMISSAL
at 12:00 Noon
See Image Galleries for an album of photos from all of the 2017 June Term classes and TRECs!
 June 10-14:
Donation Days
WSA Rummage Sale
Place: The Commons
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, June 10
Sunday, June 11
Monday, June 12
Tuesday, June 13
Wednesday, June 14
Please park in the area between the front of Ryan Hall and the back of Baker Hall in order to unload items into the Commons door at the back of Baker Hall (look for signage). Items will be refused if not in “gently used” condition or if they are on the list of items we are not accepting. WSA will be solely in charge of pricing and the donors should not expect any reserve prices or payment for items sold. See WSA Rummage Sale for more information.
 June 16:
Early Bird Rummage Rumble
Friday, June 16, 7 to 9 p.m.
The Commons
$35 per person
People purchasing a $35 ticket will receive a voucher for one signature Rummage Rumble cocktail drink (non-alcoholic versions will be available as well), some delicious appetizers and 35% off whatever Rummage Treasure they can fit into a grocery bag and still carry out the door.
Rummage Rumble shoppers will also have first opportunity to purchase items that won't fit into the grocery bag. WSA will be selling a limit of 75 tickets at the door and each person age 14 and over entering must purchase a ticket.
 June 17:
WSA Rummage Sale
Sale Day for the General Public
Place: The Commons & quad
Time: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Day: Friday, June 17
The sale area will be in the quad central to all the buildings as well as the Commons in the back of Baker Hall. Volunteers will be assigned to a particular area for sales and will have aprons where they can accept cash and checks. One credit card station will be set up in the Commons. Sold items will be stickered with a volunteer’s signature on it.
June 18 - August 29:
There is
NO SCHOOL
June 18 - August 29
for Summer Vacation
See you on Wednesday, August 30 for the first day of school for 2017-2018!
April 30, 2017
By Susan Trower
 May 1-5:
West Sound Academy families will be letting teachers know how important they are in the lives of their students during:
Teacher Appreciation Week
May 1-5
WSA teachers will be receiving special treats and surprises all week!
 May 1:
IB Diploma Programme examinations
at WSA begin
Monday, May 1, 2017
Examinations take place in the Conference Room in Baker Hall. The Library will be set up as a special study area for seniors only.
Final examinations for non-IB seniors will also begin on May 1.
 May 2:
One Day Only!
A 24-hour online giving event
Proceeds will pay for paving of the WSA driveway up to Baker Hall.
Help meet the match! Three generous donors have already committed to matching the funds donated to WSA for the Kitsap Great Give driveway fundraiser up to $5,000 each. That means for every dollar donated, we will receive $3 more!
AND ... every dollar you donate will be proportionally matched by the event sponsors so that West Sound Academy will actually get more money than you give!
On May 2 go to:
https://kitsapgreatgive.org/npo/west-sound-academy
 May 8:
Declaration Day
for the Class of 2017
Passing of the Class Color
Monday Meeting, 2:45 p.m., the Commons
Seniors will sign the pennant for the colllege they will be attending in the Fall, and will pass their class color on to the Class of 2022!
 May 8, 10, and 11:
West Fest!
West Sound Academy Musicians
in Concert
Paul Burback, Director
Monday, May 8: 6th &7th Grade
Wednesday, May 10: US Music Elective
Thursday, May 11: 9th Grade
All performances: the Commons, 6:30 p.m.
May 9:
Admissions
Information Session and Tour
Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m.
Information Sessions introduce our faculty and program to interested families. Visitors have a chance to learn about our academics and extracurricular activities, meet the Head of School and some of the faculty and students, and take a tour of the campus.
Anyone interested in joining us for this Information Session can email Lisa Gsellman at lgsellman@westsoundacademy.org
May 13:
Days for Girls (DFG) International helps girls around the world stay in school by providing sustainable feminine hygiene solutions and health education. The DFG hygiene kits are produced with the help of thousands of volunteers - including the ones in Poulsbo's own DFG chapter.
The Poulsbo DFG is hosting a community work party for anyone who is interested on Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at West Sound Academy in the Commons. Parents and students are welcome to drop by anytime during the day to learn more and help out.
You don't need to sew in order to help; there are many non-sewing tasks also. If you do sew, however, please bring your sewing machine or serger and join in the fun. Feel free to bring friends! For more information contact Molly Masker at Poulsbowa@daysforgirls.org.
May 15:
Final Exams for Grades 6-11 begin Monday, May 15.
 May 19:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Friday, May 19 so that WSA teachers can prepare for Commencement
 May 19:
West Sound Academy
16th Annual
Commencement Exercises
for the Class of 2017
House of Awakened Culture
7235 NE Parkway
Suquamish7 p.m.
.jpg "New York Stenographers on vacation; July 14, 1926 - Britannica ImageQuest") May 22:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Monday, May 22 so that WSA teachers can get ready for June Term
 May 23:
June Term
begins on
Tuesday, May 23
May 24:
West Sound Academy
Board of Trustees meeting
Wednesday, May 24
Conference Room
5:30 p.m.
 May 29:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Monday, May 29 in observance of
Memorial Day
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March 31, 2017
By Susan Trower
 April 3 - 7:
West Sound Academy is
CLOSED
FOR
SPRING BREAK
April 3 - 7, 2017
 April 12 - 13:
Presentations of
Senior Projects
will be made to the
Senior Project panel
on April 12 and 13
in the Conference Room
Wednesday, April 12
- 2:05 p.m. - Ching Wok, Frank Gehry
- 2:30 p.m. - Miranda Ma, The Kangaroo of Australia
- 2:55 p.m. - Ryley Mercado, Michael Jackson
Thursday, April 13
- 2:05 p.m. - Sherry Pan, Hans Christian Andersen Fairytales
- 2:30 p.m. - Annika Hald, The Effect of Childhood Trauma on Adult Life
- 2:55 p.m. - Samira Cao, The Effect of Heavy Metals on the Human Body
April 14:
Friday Sound!
 Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Show starts at 7:00 p.m.
Come to the Commons for live music by local bands and performers.
$5 for students, $7 for adults, $15 for families of 3 or more
Friday Sound is a Listen to Your Art program.
April 15:
Days for Girls (DFG) International helps girls around the world stay in school by providing sustainable feminine hygiene solutions and health education. The DFG hygiene kits are produced with the help of thousands of volunteers - including the ones in Poulsbo's own DFG chapter.
The Poulsbo DFG is hosting a community work party for anyone who is interested on Saturday, April 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at West Sound Academy in the Commons. Parents and students are welcome to drop by anytime during the day to learn more and help out.
You don't need to sew in order to help; there are many non-sewing tasks also. If you do sew, however, please bring your sewing machine or serger and join in the fun. Feel free to bring friends! For more information contact Molly Masker at Poulsbowa@daysforgirls.org.
April 20:
 10th Graders take the
Practice ACT
Mrs. Freeman's Room
Parke 4
8:20 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
 April 22:
Saturday, April 22, 2017, is Earth Day
Earth Day is a voluntary service day for West Sound Academy students and staff.
March 02, 2017
By Susan Trower
 March 10 and 11:
West Sound Academy presents:
Death by Design
A Comedy with Murder
by Rob Urbinati
Friday, March 10: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 11: 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $10 Adults
Reservations and Information
(360) 598-5954
Olympic College Theater
1264 15th Street (15th Street at Ohio Avenue)
Bremerton, WA
.jpg "WSA Yearbook Photo Contest") March 10:
Monthly
Yearbook Contest
Yearbook Club would love to have your photos of WSA student life!
or
email them to Angie at:
Two winners will be chosen for March!
Deadline for this month's entries:
March 10
This is the last month for submitting photos for the yearbook contest!
March 15:
The end of the 3rd Quarter
for the 2016-2017 academic year
is on Wednesday, March 15, 2017
March 16 and 17:
There is
NO SCHOOL on
Thursday, March 16
and
Friday, March 17
so that WSA Teachers can participate in Parent-Teacher Conferences.
 March 19:
Washington State
Knowledge Bowl Tournament XXXV
Arlington High School
Good luck to our State-bound team!
Go Hawks!!!
 March 21:
ExtendedResearch Project
(ERP)
Presentations for
6th and 7th Grades
The Commons
Baker Hall
6:30 p.m.
March 22:
There is a meeting of the
West Sound Academy
Board of Trustees
Wednesday, March 22
Conference Room
5:30 p.m.
 March 24:
Kitsap Youth Rally
for Human Rights
On March 24, 2017 over 325 junior and senior high school students from the Kitsap Peninsula will gather at Olympic College to educate one another and celebrate the human rights of all students.
WSA music students will perform for the opening and closing ceremonies, and the Listen to Your Art team will present a breakout session: Student Activism 101.
WSA delegation:
37 students and staff!
March 28 - 30:
Extended
Research Project
(ERP)
Presentations for
8th, 9th, and 10th Grades
The Commons
Baker Hall
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
March 29-31
 March 31:
There will be NO SCHOOL
on Friday, March 31, 2017
so that WSA Teachers can complete
3rd Quarter narrative reports.
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January 31, 2017
By Susan Trower
 February 3:
The staff of Mud Pie is proud to present their third annual arts night and poetry slam:
Arts Poetica: Volume Three
The Commons
6:30 p.m.
The evening is a sharing of artwork, poetry and music in an open-mic format. Students, parents and community members are encouraged to bring in written work to read--either original or a favorite poem!
Sit down at the Art Wall and create art right on the spot that evening!
There is a $5 suggested donation per attendee and Mud Pie will donate 50% of all profits to Listen to Your Art.
February 4:
 Founders' Scholarship Day is on
Saturday, February 4, 2017
8:30 to 12:00 noon
Eligible students are those entering Grades 6 through 12 in Fall, 2017, and not currently attending West Sound Academy.
For more information, email Lisa Gsellman at lgsellman@westsoundacademy.org.
February 8:
As of February 8, 2017, WSA's senior class has just 100 days left until graduation on May 19 at the House of Awakened Culture in Suquamish!
WSA Head of School Barrie Hillman meets with parents of seniors on February 8, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., to discuss commencement and other matters of special concern to seniors and their families.
Wednesday, February 8
6:30 p.m.
Conference Room in Baker Hall
February 20 and 21:
 
There is
NO SCHOOL
on
Monday, February 20, 2017
and
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
for the Presidents' Day break
February 22:
There will be NO SCHOOL
on Wednesday, February 22, 2017
so that faculty and staff can work on tasks required for re-certification of West Sound Academy as an IB World School
February 23:
Knowledge Bowl Competition
State Tournament Qualifier
Fort Worden, Port Townsend
KB team members:
- Arrive at school by 7:30 a.m.
- Leave WSA: 7:45 a.m.
- Return to WSA: by 3:45 p.m.
- Bring a lunch and water bottle
February 24:
Enrollment contracts
and
financial aid applications
for current families are DUE
Friday, February 24, 2017
February 25:
Days for Girls (DFG) International helps girls around the world stay in school by providing sustainable feminine hygiene solutions and health education. The DFG hygiene kits are produced with the help of thousands of volunteers - including the ones in Poulsbo's own DFG chapter.
The Poulsbo DFG is hosting a community work party for anyone who is interested on Saturday, February 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at West Sound Academy in the Commons. Parents and students are welcome to drop by anytime during the day to learn more and help out.
You don't need to sew in order to help; there are many non-sewing tasks also. If you do sew, however, please bring your sewing machine or serger and join in the fun. Feel free to bring friends! For more information contact Molly Masker at Poulsbowa@daysforgirls.org.
February 28:
Monthly
Yearbook Contest
Yearbook Club would love to have your photos of WSA student life!
or
email them to Angie at:
Two winners will be chosen for February!
Deadline for this month's entries:
February 28
January 06, 2017
By Susan Trower
January 6:
Friday Sound!
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Show starts at 7:00 p.m.
Come to the Commons for live music by local bands and performers,
including:
Red Tape
Eleventy One
Tuesday
Quinn Lanning
$5 for students, $7 for adults, $15 for families of 3 or more
Friday Sound is a Listen to Your Art program.
January 9-12:
Final Exams for Grades 6-11 begin Monday, January 9. On Thursday, January 12, there is an 11:00 a.m. dismissal.
 January 12:
Knowledge Bowl Competition
Summit Award
Fort Worden, Port Townsend
KB team members:
- Arrive at school by 7:30 a.m.
- Leave WSA: 7:45 a.m.
- Return to WSA: by 3:45 p.m.
- Bring a lunch and water bottle
January 12:
The Annual Visionary Campaign Kickoff takes place at the
Upper School 1st Semester Music Performance
Indianola Clubhouse
7:00 p.m.
Donations made to the Annual Visionary Campaign directly support students today in WSA's current programs and also serve to pay forward the support and effort of those who have come before us.
Donations can be made in cash, check or credit card including a convenient monthly auto-pay option. Contributors may also donate online.
100% participation by families, faculty and the Board of Trustees is paramount to the overall success of the school's philanthropic efforts.
For more information about the Annual Visionary Campaign please contact Board Member, Marisa Lanning at marisalanning@hotmail.com. Thank you for your support!
 January 12:
WSA Presents:
Upper School Musicians
in Concert
Paul Burback, Director
Indianola Clubhouse
20446 Indianola Road NE
Indianola 98342
7:00 p.m.
January 13:
There will be NO SCHOOL
on Friday, January 13, 2017
so that WSA Teachers can prepare for the beginning of Spring Semester next week
January 16:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Monday, January 16, 2017
in observance of
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 17:
Spring Semester
begins on
Tuesday
January 17, 2017
January 17:
Parent Class for
9th Grade Human Sexuality Seminar
The Commons
6:30 p.m.
Barrie Hillman, Jim Kolb, and Bainbridge counselor Kathie McCarthy are leading a class for parents of students enrolled in WSA's 5-hour human sexuality seminar for 9th graders.
January 20:
 WSA's Student Social Committee presents:
Winter Formal Dance
for WSA students in Grades 8-12
Place: Indianola Clubhouse
Time: 7 to 10 p.m.
Theme: Candyland
Students bringing guests who do not attend WSA must return a completed Guest Permission Slip (signed by the guest's parent) to the WSA Front Office by Friday, January 20, 2017 in order for the guest to be admitted to the dance.
January 21:
Open House
January 21, 2017
Saturday
10 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Open Houses introduce our faculty and program to interested families.
Visitors will learn about our academics and extracurricular activities, meet the Head of School and some of the faculty and students, and take a tour of the campus. Anyone interested in joining us for an Open House cn email to Lisa Gsellman at lgsellman@westsoundacademy.org. For a map and driving directions to West Sound Academy, click h ere.
January 25:
There is a meeting of the
West Sound Academy
Board of Trustees
Wednesday, January 25
Conference Room
5:30 p.m.
January 27:
Enrollment contracts
are mailed
to current families on
Friday
January 27, 2017
January 31:
Monthly
Yearbook Contest
Yearbook Club would love to have your photos of WSA student life!
or
email them to Angie at:
Two winners will be chosen for December!
Deadline for this month's entries:
January 31
November 30, 2016
By Susan Trower
December 3:
Open House
December 3, 2016
Saturday
10 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Open Houses introduce our faculty and program to interested families.
Visitors will learn about our academics and extracurricular activities, meet the Head of School and some of the faculty and students, and take a tour of the campus. Anyone interested in joining us for an Open House cn email to Lisa Gsellman at lgsellman@westsoundacademy.org. For a map and driving directions to West Sound Academy, click here.
December 6:
On December 16, 2016, during the last hour of the school day.... WSA students are doing an
going through their choice of a selection of programming tutorials.
December 8:
Knowledge Bowl Competition
Practice Scrimmage
Fort Worden, Port Townsend
KB team members:
- Arrive at school by 7:30 a.m.
- Leave WSA: 7:45 a.m.
- Return to WSA: by 3:45 p.m.
- Bring a lunch and water bottle
December 9:
Friday Sound is back!
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Show starts at 7:00 p.m.
Come to the Commons for live music by local bands and performers,
including:
Red Tape
Eleventy One
Tuesday
Quinn Lanning
$5 for students, $7 for adults, $15 for families of 3 or more
Friday Sound is a Listen to Your Art program.
 December 19 - January 2:
There is
NO SCHOOL
December 19, 2016 - January 2, 2017
for Winter Break
December 31:
Monthly
Yearbook Contest
Yearbook Club would love to have your photos of WSA student life!
or
email them to Angie at:
Two winners will be chosen for December!
Deadline for this month's entries:
December 31
See you back at school on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 for Finals Review Week!
November 01, 2016
By Susan Trower
November 1-4:
WSA's Student Council announced October 31 through November 4 as school-wide Spirit Week. We started off the week with Monday, October 31: Halloween - with students and staff in their costumes.
Tuesday, November 1: PAJAMA DAY! Come to school in pajamas or comfortable clothes (i.e. sweatpants), adhering to the WSA dress code.
Wednesday, November 2: CAREER DAY! Come as your dream job! This day can double as pajama day if your job allows you to work from home ;)
Thursday, November 3: TWIN DAY! Come dressed as a notorious set of twins, with another classmate or teacher!
Friday, November 4: COLOR/SPIRIT DAY! Will you wear one color, or the rainbow? Also feel free to come decked out in West Sound gear to show that school spirit!
 November 9:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from The Evergreen State College in the Library at 12:30 p.m.
November 11:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Friday, November 11
in observance of
Veterans Day
 November 11 and 12:
West Sound Academy presents:
Twelve Angry Jurors
Adapted by Sherman L. Sergel and based on the Emmy award-winning television movie by Reginald Rose.
Friday, November 11: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 12: 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $10 Adults $7 Students
$5 Senior Citizens
Reservations and Information Contact:
Gretchen Nordleaf-Nelson at
(360) 598-5954
A young man has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. "He doesn't stand a chance," mutters the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room. It looks like an open-and-shut case—until one of the jurors begins opening the others' eyes to the facts.
 November 19:
WSA 19th Annual Auction
Saturday, November 19
5:30 p.m.
Canoe Ballroom
Suquamish Clearwater
Casino Resort
Help make West Sound Academy's successful college-preparatory programs possible by participating in our Annual Auction as a donor and attendee.
For directions to the resort click here.
 November 24 and 25:
There is
NO SCHOOL
Thursday, November 24 and
Friday, November 25
in observance of
Thanksgiving Day
November 30:
There is a meeting of the
West Sound Academy
Board of Trustees
Wednesday, November 30
Conference Room
5:30 p.m.
November 30:
Monthly
Yearbook Contest
Yearbook Club would love to have your photos of WSA student life!
or
email them to Angie at:
Two winners will be chosen for November!
Deadline for this month's entries:
November 30
October 04, 2016
By Susan Trower
October 3 - 31:
The West Sound Academy Drama Club and Thespian Troupe #8175 will be collecting nonperishable food donations for Fishline as part of the Trick or Treat so Kids Can Eat food drive - part of the International Thespian Society’s annual nationwide community service initiative.
Bring food donations to the orange bins in Frodel and Baker Halls throughout the month of October.
For more information, see: Trick or Treat So Kids Can Eat
 October 6:
Picture Retake Day!
The photographers will be on campus at 9 a.m.
Bring in your picture packages if you purchased the first round of pictures and would like new ones taken.
If you missed the first picture day, you can bring an order form in with you and have your picture taken.
 October 11:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Whitworth University: Mrs. Freeman's room, Parke 4, at 9:45 a.m.
October 14:
Friday, October 14 is Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) In-Service Day, so there is NO SCHOOL.
This is a day when NWAIS teachers participate in workshops, collaborative planning, and professional development.
October 17:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Reed College: Mrs. Freeman's room, Parke 4, at 9:15 a.m.
 October 19:
All students in Grades 8 - 11 will take the Preliminary SAT (PSAT) on Wednesday, October 19. This is a program co-sponsored by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
It's a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT. It also gives students in 11th grade a chance to enter National Merit scholarship programs.
- There will be a 12:00 NOON DISMISSAL on that day.
- Students in Grades 6 and 7 will have a half-day field trip.
- Seniors have NO SCHOOL on October 19, and may use it as a study day.
 October 19:
West Sound Academy students are invited to come meet with an admissions representative from Hampshire College: Mrs. Freeman's room, Parke 4, at 1:00 p.m.
October 21:
All-School Halloween Dance
Come for:
- Murder in the Dark game
- Prizes at a fishing pond
- Makeup station
- Fortune teller
Place: The Commons
Time: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Dress: Costumes, of course! (No inappropriate or excessively gory costumes, please)
Cost: $8 without food, $7 with one can, $6 with two, $5 with three or more
Food collected will go to WSA Thespian Troupe's Trick or Treat So Kids Can Eat food drive.
Note: Non-WSA students will need to bring a completed WSA Guest Permission Slip to school by October 21 in order to be admitted to the event.
 October 21:
West Sound Academy's Frodel Gallery presents paintings by Jeff Olson, on exhibit through the month of October.
Gallery Reception for Jeff Olson
Frodel Gallery
6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
The public is invited to the reception for Olson, and guests will be able to enjoy light refreshments and wine.
See more of Jeff Olson's work at his website, jeffolsonart.com.
October 22:
October 25:
The end of the 1st Quarter
for the 2016-2017 academic year
is on Tuesday, October 25, 2016
October 26, 27, and 28:
There is
NO SCHOOL on
Wednesday, October 26,
Thursday, October 27, and
Friday, October 28
so that WSA Teachers can participate in Parent-Teacher Conferences.
October 31:
Monthly
Yearbook Contest
Yearbook Club would love to have your photos of WSA student life!
or
email them to Angie at:
Two winners will be chosen for October!
Deadline for this month's entries:
October 31
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August 30, 2016
By Susan Trower
 September 1 - 2:
Fall Gathering, West Sound Academy's overnight camping event, takes place on the school campus, September 1 - 2.
12:15 noon dismissal on Friday, September 2
See: Fall Gathering 2016 Information
 September 1:
New Parent Social!
While students will be at school participating in their first WSA Fall Gathering Thursday, September 1 is a great time for a New Parent Social! Join hosts Marisa and Stan Lanning at their home in Poulsbo for an opportunity to meet other new parents. Refreshments and appetizers will be provided and the festivities are from 6 to 8 p.m. Marisa is WSA's current Board Chair and joining her will be some other veteran parents who will answer questions and help you get your bearings. This is a great opportunity for new parents to mingle and get to know one another.
Marisa and Stan Lanning
4241 Lookout Lane
Poulsbo 98370
6 to 8 p.m.
September 5:
There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 5, in observance of Labor Day.
 September 8:
North Kitsap
Strategic Planning
Focus Group
The purpose of the focus group is for the Strategic Planning committee to meet with families from specific geographic areas and ask them five or six discussion questions for the purpose of information gathering for the committee to use while writing the next strategic plan. Parents can attend the focus group location that best serves their geographic location.
West Sound Academy
16571 Creative Drive NE
Poulsbo 98370
6:00 p.m.
September 9:
Picture Day
with Quality School Portraits
will take place in the Commons
on Friday, September 9, 2016
September 12:
Central and South Kitsap
Strategic Planning
Focus Group
The purpose of the focus group is for the Strategic Planning committee to meet with families from specific geographic areas and ask them five or six discussion questions for the purpose of information gathering for the committee to use while writing the next strategic plan. Parents can attend the focus group location that best serves their geographic location.
Silverdale Public Library
3450 NW Carlton St.
Silverdale 98383
6:00 p.m.
 September 13:
West Sound Academy parents are invited to come to campus for:
Curriculum Night
6:30 p.m.
Parents attend all of their child's classes, meet their teachers, and find out what they'll be studying this year!
September 20:
WSA Parents and students in Grades 9-12
are invited to:
College Information Night
This informational evening is focused more for juniors and seniors getting ready to launch into the college search and college application process but it never hurts to start learning about these things early so students and parents in grades 9-10 are also invited to attend.
Mrs. Freeman and Barrie Hillman will be sharing guidance and advice on what steps should be taken for the college search, the process for applications, how and when to visit schools, what questions to ask schools, how to navigate the financial aid process and also how to make the decision of where to apply and where to enroll. Students are encouraged to attend because you are the ones who will be leading this process!
September 22:
West Sound Academy classes
dismiss at 12:15 p.m.
on Thursday, September 22
so that teachers can participate in New Student Get-to-Know-You Conferences.
 September 23:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Friday, September 23
so that WSA Teachers can participate in New Student Get-to-Know-You Conferences.
September 27:
Bainbridge
Strategic Planning
Focus Group
The purpose of the focus group is for the Strategic Planning committee to meet with families from specific geographic areas and ask them five or six discussion questions for the purpose of information gathering for the committee to use while writing the next strategic plan. Parents can attend the focus group location that best serves their geographic location.
Bainbridge Island Commons
402 Bjune Avenue
Bainbridge Island 98110
6:00 p.m.
September 28:
There is a meeting of the
West Sound Academy
Board of Trustees
Wednesday, September 28
Conference Room
5:30 p.m.
May 02, 2016
By Susan Trower
May 2:
 May 3:
One Day Only!
A 24-hour online giving event
Every dollar you donate will be proportionally matched
by the event sponsors so that
West Sound Academy will actually get more money than you donate!
Proceeds will support the after-school programs in the Technology Access Center, for staffing, tools, materials and software. See and share our promotional video on the Kitsap Great Give page of the WSA website!
May 3:
Open House
Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m.
Open Houses introduce our faculty and program to interested families. Visitors have a chance to learn about our academics and extracurricular activities, meet the Head of School and some of the faculty and students, and take a tour of the campus. Anyone interested in joining us for this Open House can email Lisa Gsellman at lgsellman@westsoundacademy.org
 May 11:
Arts Night
In the Commons:
6th, 7th, and 9th Grade Musicians
in Concert
Paul Burback, Director
On display in Frodel Gallery:
Work from students in
Middle School Visual Arts
Graphic Design Elective
 May 14:
WSA Presents:
Upper School Musicians
in Concert
Paul Burback, Director
Indianola Clubhouse
20446 Indianola Road NE
Indianola 98342
6:30 p.m.
May 18:
 May 21:
WSA's Social Committee presents:
Upper School
Spring Formal
7 to 10 p.m.
Indianola Clubhouse
20446 Indianola Road NE
Indianola 98342
Admission: $15
Students bringing guests who do not attend WSA must return a complete
Guest Permission Slip
(signed by the guest's parent) to the WSA Front Office by Friday, May 20, 2016 in order for the guest to be admitted to the event.
May 26:
West Sound Academy will be on a
Friday Schedule for
Monday, May 23, 2016.
Afternoon assembly agenda:
Presentation of Awards and
Declaration Day for the Class of 2016
Seniors will sign the pennant for the college
they will be attending in the Fall!
May 27:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Friday, May 27
so that WSA Teachers can prepare for
Commencement Exercises
that evening
 May 27:
West Sound Academy's
15th Annual
Commencement Exercises
for the Class of 2016
House of Awakened Culture
7235 NE Parkway
Suquamish
7 p.m.
 May 28:
West Sound Academy presents:
the Middle School play
Still Life With Iris
by Steven Dietz
Saturday, May 28
Two performances
11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
in the Commons
May 30:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Monday, May 30
in observance of
Memorial Day
May 31:
Final Exams for Grades 6-11 begin Tuesday, May 31.
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special_events,
TAC,
theatre,
visual_arts
April 01, 2016
By Susan Trower
 April 1:
No fooling! There is
NO SCHOOL
on Friday, April 1, 2016
so that WSA Teachers
can complete
3rd Quarter narrative reports
April 4 - 8:
West Sound Academy is
CLOSED
FOR
SPRING BREAK
April 4 - 8, 2016
 April 11:
The
fund drive
begins Monday, April 11
and
ends Friday, April 29
Funds raised will go
to support the
Leukemia & Lymphona Society's
efforts to fight blood cancers
   April 11:
Straight from Comicon!
Two authors coming to WSA
during lunch, 11:55 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.
Author of
The Looking Glass Wars
and the
Hatter M series
and
Author of #Static
Attendees get CAS credit
AND
a free comic!
 April 13 - 14:
Presentations of
Senior Projects
will be made to the
Senior Board panel
on April 13 and 14
in the Conference Room
Wednesday, April 13
- 2:05 p.m. - Megan Hall, The Effects of Music on Human Emotion
- 2:30 p.m. - Conor Ultican, A Review of Music in the 1960's
- 2:55 p.m. - Liam Near, America’s Music: How Jazz and its Culture both Epitomizes and Transcends National Identity
Thursday, April 14
- 2:05 p.m. - Taylor Thornton
- 2:30 p.m. - Ben Taylor
- 2:55 p.m. - Sam Phillips, Communism and the Collective
April 21:
10th Graders take the
Practice ACT
Mrs. Freeman's Room
Parke 4
8:20 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
April 22:
Friday, April 22, 2016, is Earth Day
A special schedule will be in effect for Friday, April 22, to allow time for WSA's all-school service project.
WSA students and staff will leave campus at 1:30 p.m. and travel by advocacies to designated clean-up routes throughout Poulsbo.
Students will make their way from the start of their route to Poulsbo's Waterfront Park for pick up at the park at 3 p.m.
Students in 7th Grade will be at Poulsbo's Raab Park, and can be picked up there at 3 p.m.
March 03, 2016
By Susan Trower
March 3:
NO SCHOOL on Thursday, March 3: Parent Teacher Conferences.
March 4:
NO SCHOOL on Friday, March 4: Parent Teacher Conferences.
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March 4 and 5:
West Sound Academy presents:
I Hate Hamlet
by Paul Rudnick
Friday, March 4: 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 5 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $10 Adults
$7 Students
$5 Senior Citizens
Reservations and Information
Contact:
(360) 598-5954
Olympic College Theater
1264 15th Street (15th Street at Ohio Avenue)
Bremerton, WA
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March 14 - 18:
Let our teachers know how important they are in the lives of our students!
Teacher Appreciation Week
March 14-18
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March 19:
Washington State
Knowledge Bowl Tournament XXXIV
Arlington High School
Good luck to our State-bound team!
Go Hawks!!!
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March 22:
ExtendedResearch Project
(ERP)
Presentations for
6th and 7th Grades
The Commons
Baker Hall
Tuesday, March 22
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March 25:
End of 3rd Quarter is on Friday, March 25.
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March 25:
Kitsap Youth Rally
for Human Rights
On March 25, 2016 over 325 junior and senior high school students from the Kitsap Peninsula will gather at Olympic College to educate one another and celebrate the human rights of all students
2016 Host School:
West Sound Academy
WSA delegation:
41 students and staff!
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March 26:
Jim and Tina Cachules, together with West Sound Academy's Board of Trustees and Visionary Collective, invite WSA parents to their home for the annual
Visionary Collective Social
Cocktails and Appetizers
6 to 8 p.m.
Meet other WSA parents, socialize, and make connections!
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March 28:
On Monday, March 28, there will be special schedule
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March 29 - 31:
Extended
Research Project
(ERP)
Presentations for
8th, 9th, and 10th Grades
The Commons
Baker Hall
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
March 29-31
1:15 p.m. Dismissal on Thursday
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February 01, 2016
By Susan Trower
February 2:
As of February 2, 2016, WSA's senior class has just 115 days left until graduation!
WSA Head of School Barrie Hillman will meet with seniors and their parents to discuss commencement and other matters of special concern to seniors and their families:
Tuesday, February 2
6:30 p.m.
Conference Room in Baker Hall
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February 5:
Musical Theater Club
invites you to our presentation
of eight solo performances
from the musicals
“Wicked", “Chicago", "Little Shop of Horrors", “Newsies”, “Cabaret”, "Alice in Wonderland" and more!
When: Feb. 5th from 6:30 - 7:30pm/ Doors at 6:10.
Where: West Sound Commons
Come out to support our performers!
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February 6:
Founders' Scholarship Day
is on
Saturday, February 6, 2016
8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Eligible students are those entering Grades 6 through 12 in Fall, 2016, and not currently attending West Sound Academy
For more information, email Lisa Gsellman at lgsellman@westsoundacademy.org.
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February 12 and 16:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on
Friday, February 12, 2016
and
Monday, February 16, 2016
for the Presidents' Day break
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February 19:
Enrollment contracts and
Financial Aid applications
for current families are DUE
Friday, February 19, 2016
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February 19:
Mud Pie is proud to announce our second annual arts night and poetry slam. Arts Poetica: Volume Two will be held on Friday, February 19 in the WSA Commons.
Everyone is invited to share original pieces, or your favorite poems and stories from other published authors (maybe from your favorite edition of Mud Pie…). The open mic is not limited to students, and we welcome involvement from teachers, parents, and others in the WSA community.
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6:30 p.m. - West Sound art show in the Commons
Interactive Art Wall - Listen to Your Art
7:00 p.m.: Open mic poetry slam!
For more information, see:
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February 24:
Knowledge Bowl Competition
State Spot Qualifier
Fort Worden, Port Townsend
KB team members:
- Arrive at school by 7:30 a.m.
- Leave WSA: 7:45 a.m.
- Return to WSA: by 3:45 p.m.
- Bring a lunch and water bottle
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January 04, 2016
By Susan Trower
January 5:
Jan Term 2016 begins! In Jan Term, the normal seven period class schedule is suspended and students study two intensive classes for three weeks.
Not sure where to go? Check out the
to see lists of students enrolled in the morning, all day, and afternoon Jan Term classes, and rosters for afternoon IB HL classes
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January 13:
Knowledge Bowl Competition
Divisional Summit Award
Fort Worden, Port Townsend
KB team members:
- Arrive at school by 7:30 a.m.
- Leave WSA: 7:45 a.m.
- Return to WSA: by 3:45 p.m.
- Bring a lunch and water bottle
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January 18:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on
Monday, January 18, 2016
in observance of the
Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
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January 22:
Enrollment contracts
are mailed to current families on
Friday, January 22, 2016
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January 22:
Jan Term Presentations
in the Commons
EARLY DISMISSAL: 11:30 A.M.
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January 22:
West Sound Academy presents:
Jan Term 2016
Performances for family and friends
6:00 p.m. - Refreshments and socializing in the lobby
6:30 p.m.: Show time!
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Olympic College Theater
1264 15th Street (15th Street at Ohio Avenue)
Bremerton, WA
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January 25:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on Monday, January 25, 2016
so that WSA Teachers can clean up after Jan Term and prepare for Spring Semester
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January 26:
Spring Semester begins
on
on Tuesday, January 26, 2016
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January 30:
Open House
January 30, 2016
Saturday
10 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Open Houses introduce our faculty and program to interested families.
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Visitors will learn about our academics and extracurricular activities, meet the Head of School and some of the faculty and students, and take a tour of the campus. Anyone interested in joining us for an Open House cn email to Lisa Gsellman at lgsellman@westsoundacademy.org. For a map and driving directions to West Sound Academy, click here.
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January 30:
WSA's Student Social Committee presents:
Winter Formal
for WSA students in Grades 8-12
Place: Indianola Clubhouse
Time: 7 to 10 p.m.
Refreshments provided
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Students bringing guests who do not attend WSA must return a completed
(signed by the guest's parent) to the WSA Front Office
by
Friday, January 29, 2016
in order for the guest to be admitted to the dance.
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November 03, 2015
By Susan Trower
November 2 - 6:
WSA's Thespian Troupe #8175 and Drama Club
are collecting food for
Kitsap Fishline
all week, November 2-6!
Bring your donations of non-perishable food items to
the Baker lobby in front of the cow
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November 2 - 18:
to see the amazing items that are available.
Bidding closes 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time on November 18
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November 9:
Classes will be on a "Wednesday Schedule" on Monday, November 9.
8:20 to 10:00 - Period 4
10:05 to 11:45 - Period 5
11:45 to 12:15 - Lunch
12:20 to 2:00 - Period 6
2:05 to 3:10 - Period 7
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November 11:
There is
NO SCHOOL
on
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
in observance of
Veterans Day
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November 13, 14, and 15:
West Sound Academy presents:
The Secret in the Wings
by Mary Zimmerman
Friday, November 13: 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 14: 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 15: 2:00 p.m.
with 'talk back ' with cast
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Tickets: $10 Adults $7 Students $5 Senior Citizens
Reservations and Information Contact: Gretchen Nordleaf-Nelson at (360) 598-5954
Olympic College Theater
1264 15th Street (15th Street at Ohio Avenue)
Bremerton, WA
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November 16 - 20:
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WSA international students from Bangladesh, Finland, Germany, and Sweden will be giving presentations about their home countries at all-school morning meetings Tuesday through Friday, November 17-20, at 10 a.m.
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November 21:
West Sound Academy's
18th Annual Auction
Saturday
November 21, 2015
5:30 p.m.
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Help make West Sound Academy's successful college-preparatory programs possible by participating in our Annual Auction as a donor and attendee. Embracing the tremendous growth our students achieve each year, the 2015 auction theme is "Diamonds in the Rough" celebrating the potential to shine that each student carries within.
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November 26 and 27:
There is
NO SCHOOL
Thursday, November 26
and Friday, November 27
in observance of
Thanksgiving Day
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September 30, 2015
By Susan Trower
October 6:
Come to the Technology Access Center Grand Opening and Community Open House on Tuesday, October 6.
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The WSA community and the public are invited for a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Poulsbo mayor Becky Erickson, tech demonstrations, and tours of the TAC and the West Sound campus. Light refreshments will be served.
Place: TAC, Ryan Hall, West Sound Academy
Time: 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
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October 7:
WSA Seniors and their parents are invited to College Q & A Night on Wednesday, October 7, hosted by Catherine Freeman, College Counselor, and Barrie Hillman, Head of School.
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Come and get your questions answered on college applications, financial aid and anything related to this important step in the educational journey.
West Sound Academy parent Steve Bentley will be available to answer questions specifically about the financial aid process - he has just recently completed it and has some lessons learned for parents new to the process.
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Seniors and parents with specific questions are asked to email them ahead of time directly to Ms. Freeman at cfreeman@westsoundacademy.org - so that she can be sure to have all the answers!
Place: Conference Room, Baker Hall
Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
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October 9:
Friday, October 9 is Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) In-Service Day, so there is NO SCHOOL. This is a day when NWAIS teachers participate in workshops, collaborative planning, and professional development.
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October 12:
Classes will be on a "Wednesday Schedule" on Monday, October 12.
8:20 to 10:00 - Period 4
10:05 to 11:45 - Period 5
11:45 to 12:15 - Lunch
12:20 to 2:00 - Period 6
2:05 to 3:10 - Period 7
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October 14:
All students in Grades 8 - 11 will take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) on Wednesday, October 14.
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This is a program cosponsored by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation. It's a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT. It also gives students in 11th grade a chance to enter National Merit scholarship programs.
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There will be a 11:45 DISMISSAL on that day.
Jen Silvernale will take the 6th and 7th graders to do winterizing of the Raab Park Youth Garden in Poulsbo.
Seniors have NO SCHOOL on October 14, and may use it as a study day.
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October 16:
WSA's Social Committee is hosting the first Student Social Event of the year on Friday, October 16 - an all-school Halloween dance!
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Place: The Commons
Time: 7:00 to 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Regular admission at the door is $5.
Note: Non-WSA students will need to bring a completed WSA Guest Permission Slip to school by October 16 in order to be admitted to the event.
Refreshments: Beverages available for purchase...
PLUS: a selection of free snacks and candy!
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Dress: Costumes, of course! (No inappropriate or excessively gory costumes, please)
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October 19:
Seniors are required to submit their preliminary drafts for Extended Essays and Senior Projects on Monday, October 19.
Extended Essays: Complete draft (2 printed copies and an emailed digital copy) due to Susan Trower by 3:00 p.m.
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Senior Projects: Complete draft (2 printed copies and an emailed digital copy) due to Barrie Hillman by 3:00 p.m.
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October 27:
End of 1st Quarter on Tuesday, October 27.
October 28:
NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, October 28: Parent Teacher Conferences.
October 29:
NO SCHOOL on Thursday, October 29: Parent Teacher Conferences.
October 30:
NO SCHOOL on Friday, October 30: Parent Teacher Conferences.
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September 30, 2015
By Barrie Hilllman, Head of School
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Blocks have many uses at school but what everyone is talking about at West Sound Academy this week is the new modified block schedule. For the past several years, students have had each class four days per week with one extended block period. After much research and analysis, it was decided that this year classes would be taught three days per week with two extended block periods.
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The pedagogy behind this move was primarily to reduce transitions that students and faculty make each day as well as each night when addressing homework. Brain research conducted by Carol Dweck from Stanford University reveals that the time it takes for the brain to fully transition from one area of thinking to another (or in this case subject to subject) is roughly 15 minutes.
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It also requires a great deal of executive function to be able to make those same transitions from homework assignment to homework assignment. Thus with fewer transitions, the brain is working more efficiently.
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Prior to the school year the faculty participated in professional development which included collaboratively reading several books on block teaching as well as meeting with colleagues from Annie Wright Schools who also utilize a block schedule. The developmental differences between middle and upper school students within the block schedule were also discussed.
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After the first week, it seems reviews of the modified block schedule are favorable. Students are realizing they have more flexibility on how to arrange their homework time. Teachers are finding their rhythms with the new pacing requirements of the classes and emphasizing organized plans. Building in more physical movement into the classroom without losing time for engaged learning is being done with subtle and creative methods. However, everyone anticipates a shakedown period while both students and faculty get their bearings!
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On Mondays students meet with their classes in Periods 1-6 and so this will naturally be a heavier homework due date. Parents can support students by helping them to utilize their time wisely over the course of the week rather than doing assignments the night before they are due. Tackling all or parts of homework on the night it is assigned can help alleviate late Sunday nights.
I am excited to hear more from students, parents and faculty over the course of the year about the effects of the modified block schedule!
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