The Meaning of Now
Reflecting over the course of the last six months it has been an incredible roller coaster of events and feelings. Here we are now in a moment that seemed unlikely three months ago. We are in school, even with its restrictions, and starting to gain routines again. We have seen hiccups around us from local schools and colleges. Right now we are here. Every passing day that we get together, even though it is not how school usually looks, it is a step closer to that elusive goal of "normal." We will make the most of now. Below are some updates for the week of September 28-October 30.
SATs
SAT testing will happen on Saturday, October 3. Below are some of the instructions and what to expect when students arrive for the test. These have also been sent to those registered for the exam. Pre-registration is required for the test. SAT guidelines are listed below.
- Face coverings are required; no face covering, no entry.
- Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.
- You must have a registration ticket with your picture on it AND another form of picture identification: license, permit, passport, school i.d. If you do not have proper identification, even if we know you, we cannot allow you to take the exam.
- The ticket will say to enter by the library, however due to social distancing, students are to enter the building through the doors to the right of the library doors. There will be cones set up so that you cannot mistake which door to enter.
- There will be tape markings every 6 feet from the doors, by the learning center, then library, and finally the hallway up to the A wing where there will be 2 registration desks. Students taking the SAT with an essay will form a line to the right, while those taking the exam without an essay will be to the left.
- You will be required to complete a short survey to comply with local and College Board health safety regulations. A copy of this will be handed to you in line to complete.
- Phones will be collected and they will be placed in a bag and set on a table in the back of the room you are testing in. You will not have access to the phone until the exam is over. If you prefer not to have your phone with you, an office phone will be available to call for a ride if one is needed.
- There are 15 students per room, only one male and one female will be allowed to use the restroom at a time; if needed. The College Board has allowed a little extra time on breaks to compensate for this, and students will remain in rooms during breaks unless they need to use the restroom.
Spirit Week
Spirit Week is September 28-October 2. At right is a screenshot listing the events for the week. A chance to show some spirit!
Please watch for announcements from Student Council for other ways to participate!
National Merit Commended Scholars
Congratulations again, well done!
Open House
Thursday, October 1, will be a Virtual Open House for West Genesee High School. More information will be available in the coming days with the links to the open house. Once the link is live, you can access the information at any time.
Senior T-Shirt Orders
Senior t-shirts are being ordered. TO ORDER, follow this link to the Kicks Custom WG Class of 2021 merchandise! ORDER DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 at NOON!!
Have a great weekend enjoy the summer like weather that is forecasted!
Be well,
Wayne Ackles
Executive Principal
