Car Riders:
If your child is a car rider, please use the front of school for drop off and pick up. For the safety of everyone, as well as our traffic flow, we ask you to please follow this procedure. Please do not park across the street from the school. There have been a few instances where students have crossed Doctors Drive to be picked up. This is very dangerous with the amount of traffic after school. We also ask not to pick up your student in the Teacher's or Student's parking lots. The line out front in the afternoon is long, but usually is cleared out by 10 minutes. Hills Student Pickup
LifeTouch Picture Retakes:
Due to the NTI day this week, the Fall picture retakes are rescheduled for Tuesday, December 9th. If your student missed the original picture day or would like a retake, please make sure they're ready for photos on this day.
Kentucky Summative Assessment and Accountability Scores
Western Hills is proud to share that we improved in all academic areas on the Kentucky Summative Assessment (KSA), earning an overall green rating and achieving the highest blue rating for both postsecondary readiness and graduation rate. Our students and staff worked incredibly hard, and we are excited to celebrate their success. Families can view the full letter with additional details here: please click this link for more information and good news!
Yearbooks on Sale:
The 2025-26 yearbooks are now on sale for $65! You can purchase them online at www.yearbookordercenter.com or send a check with your student. Our school's id number is 10536. The price increases in January, so go ahead and get yours now!
Term 2 Midterms:
Grades are now posted and ready to view in your Parent Portal. Please reach out to Mrs. Mollie if you have any questions or concerns logging in, please reach out to mollie.hindswade@franklin.kyschools.us
NTI Days:
In the event that NTI is called, it is the student's responsibility to check Google Classroom for their assignments. Teachers have been asked to work with students with technology and internet issues at home on an individual basis. Please reach out to your student's teachers with any questions. Student work must be submitted by Tuesday, December 9 forTuesday's NTI #1.
YSC's December Newsletter:
Attached is a copy of the Youth Service Center December's newsletter. Please take a look to stay updated on the programs and services offered in the center. YSC December Newsletter One item mentioned in the newsletter is the “Bundle Up Our Community” drive. We are asking that students bring new hats, gloves, mittens and blankets to the front office. Ms. Jolly will collect and donate the items to local shelters. The student who brings in the most donations will receive a $50 gift card of their choice.
December's Dress Up Days:
There will be a different dress up theme every day in December. Hopefully, this will bring a little fun before break. Each day is listed on the calendar. December Dress Up Calendar
Holiday Lunch for WH Staff:
Wondering what to get the wonderful staff at Hills for Christmas? The parent sponsored staff lunch is Thursday, December 18th. This lunch is supported entirely by WHHS parents to show our appreciation for all they do. To donate, you can Venmo @Jennifer-McDonald-157 any amount you would like. Please put your child's name in the subject line. Or put your donation and your student's name in an envelope and get it to the front office. Any amount of money is welcome! If you contribute, your student's name will be on a card that will be on display in the Teacher's Lounge during lunch. All money is due by Thursday, December 11th. This is a great way to show appreciation for all of your student's teachers and the wonderful staff as well. If you have questions, please contact Jennifer at jenhillmcd@yahoo.com
Drivers' Compliance Form:
If your child will need a school verification form, please let us know in advance, as our staffing will be limited over winter break. This form cannot be emailed because it requires an embossed stamp, and we want to be sure you have everything you need before test day. If you need a form completed, please contact Haleigh Miller at haleigh.miller@franklin.kyschools.us or Kathy Roberts at kathy.roberts@franklin.kyschools.us Thank you for your help and planning ahead!
SAT:
Kentucky switched from the ACT to the SAT test over the summer. Some students are feeling a bit anxious about the SAT, so we wanted to share an opportunity for them to take some practice tests. The Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL) provides College Admissions Test Preparation. There are 8 SAT Practice Math tests and 8 SAT Practice Reading and Writing tests available. Please see the KYVL flyer for more information. If you have any questions, contact our Library Media Specialist, Rhonda Bell rhonda.bell@franklin.kyschools.us
Driver License Requirement:
Students needing to fulfill their Graduated Driver Licensing requirement can register for a free class by going to www.kentuckysafedriver.com and clicking on the Alive at 25 link located under Courses or by calling 502/699-2295. The next course is offered on Thursday, January 15th at Western Hills from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
A Message from Troop 1281:
Join Scouting America! Many people don't know that the Boy Scouts of America has opened up scouting to females in 2019. Troop 1281 is the only girls troop in Frankfort. We are looking for middle and high school girls from ages 12-18 that are interested in Scouting. For more information, texts SCOUTS and your name to the Senior Patrol Leader (Michaela Schroerlucke) at 502-871-2255 or email Scoutmaster (Kathy Rupinen) at kathyrupinen@gmail.com.
Cell Phone/Electronic Devices Policy Reminder:
This is a friendly reminder that our cell phone policy takes an "Away for the Day" approach during instructional hours. This initiative is designed to increase academic engagement, minimize distractions, foster face-to-face social interaction, and support student safety. Here is a link to our new cell phone policy. To learn more, please visit https://www.awayfortheday.org/. This has been going really well as we are seeing dramatic improvements in our student performance data as it relates to attendance, behavior, and grades. We appreciate your support!
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