During the summer, November 1 seemed particularly distant as we planned and started to map out the year. We are here now and there are the rhythms and milestones of the passing of school time, such as marking periods and spirit weeks. Halloween ushers us closer to the close of the first marking period. More information will be coming in the days and weeks about the close of the marking period. Below are some updates going into the week of November 2-6.
BOCES Not in Session November 3
All BOCES student programs will be closed on November 3 for a staff training day at BOCES. Students with morning BOCES CTE programs may come start their day with their afternoon classes. Students with afternoon BOCES CTE programs may finish their day at the conclusion of the morning classes.
Make a Wish Donations & Senior Information
This time of the year we would normally be advertising our Harvest Dinner with which our Senior Class gains donations for our partners at the Make a Wish Foundation. In lieu of the Harvest Dinner this year we are doing a virtual fundraiser with Make a Wish. The information for the fundraiser can be accessed by the following link: https://secure2.wish.org/site/
Seniors that have not ordered a cap and gown can still order one through Jostens. Click here to connect to Jostens.
Class Rings
All students, including seniors, can still order class rings as well as other keepsakes. Orders should be placed through the link provided by Jostens: nygrad.com
Picture Retakes
- Picture retakes for grades 9 and 10 will happen on November 10.
- Picture retakes for grades 11 and 12 will happen on November 12.
- Fully remote students should go on their corresponding day from 2:35-3:20 p.m. in the lobby by the lower gymnasium.
PTSA Memberships
Please consider joining the PTSA. The PTSA makes a great deal possible for our students including scholarships and funding for events for our students such as last year's senior events. Below is a link to the membership page for PTSA.
Have a great weekend! Be safe and be well,
Wayne Ackles
Executive Principal
West Genesee High School
