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Principal’s Message

Hello Westridge Students, Families, and Community Members,

Welcome to Week 8! It is hard to believe how quickly the first quarter is moving. We have accomplished a lot in just a few short weeks, but we aren't finished yet!

This is the point in the quarter when the excitement of a new school year has settled, expectations are clear, and our daily choices really begin to matter. Our message this week is simple:

Don't let up now. Keep pushing! 💪

📚 How Do Your Grades Look?

Progress reports have gone home, and now students should have a clear picture of where they stand academically. If you're happy with your grades—great! Keep doing what you're doing.  If you aren't happy with them, don't get discouraged. Instead, ask yourself: What can I do differently starting today?  Check your grades regularly. Turn in missing assignments when allowed. Ask your teachers questions. Study before the test—not five minutes before it! 😄 And most importantly, use your time in class wisely. There is still time to make progress, but don't wait until the last week of the quarter to decide your grades matter.

🌟 Your next choice can always be a better choice.

🏠 House Pride Is Growing!

Our Houses are officially underway, and we love seeing students beginning to show their House Pride! Remember, being part of a House is about more than wearing a color. It is about belonging, participating, encouraging others, and contributing positively to our school community.  Keep looking for opportunities to represent your House and earn points! And remember...a little friendly competition never hurt anyone. 👀🏆

🔔 The Bell Is Not a Suggestion!

Warriors, we are still tracking tardies. By Week 8, everyone knows where their classes are and how long it takes to get there. Use your transition time wisely and make getting to class on time a priority. Being late by "just a minute or two" may not seem like much, but those minutes add up. Beat the bell. Be in your seat. Be ready to learn. Let's see how many Warriors can make it through the entire week with ZERO tardies!

👕 Dress Code: Do the Check Before You Leave

A quick reminder to continue following the Code of Student Conduct dress code each day. Before leaving home, take a quick look and ask yourself: "Is this school appropriate?"

If you have to think about it for too long...you may want to grab something else. 😄 Taking care of it at home means we don't have to take time away from your school day to address it.

🤝 The Little Things Matter

Sometimes we think making our school better requires doing something huge. It doesn't. Hold the door for someone. Pick up a piece of trash even if it isn't yours. Help a classmate. Thank a teacher. Invite someone to sit with you. Choose not to participate in drama. Give someone encouragement when they are having a rough day. Those little choices add up. The culture of our school isn't something that happens to us—it is something we create together.

Go Warriors!

With Warrior Pride,

Nicole L. Jefferson

Proud Principal

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