Red Ribbon Week:
Next week is Red Ribbon Week. The purpose of this campaign is to raise awareness about alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use and violence. We will have a theme for each day.
Sporting Event Safety:
For your safety, no backpacks are allowed inside the stadium or gym during sporting events. The only bags that are permitted are for sports equipment/uniforms, medical bags, and diaper bags.
NTI Days:
This is just a precaution and to get ahead before the winter weather begins! 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.
Absences:
If your student is absent or tardy, please send the excuse to whhs.attendance@franklin.kyschools.us or have your student drop the note off in the front office.
● Notes are to be turned into the office within 5 school days of the absence for
the absence to be excused. The note should include the student’s first and last
name, date(s) of absence(s) and reason for the absence.
● No need to call the office to let us know your student will be out for the day,
unless your student will be out for multiple days. Just have your student bring a
note to the office when they return to school.
● For attendance questions, please email our attendance clerk, Haleigh Miller, at haleigh.miller@franklin.kyschools.us
Practice SAT Exam and EHO for Seniors:
The SAT practice exam will be given to 9th,10th and 11th graders on November 6th in the library at 8:30 am. Seniors are encouraged to do a college visit on this day. EHO forms are being sent home with 12th graders for this day. The forms are due by October 31, 2025.
Halloween Costumes:
Students are allowed to wear a Halloween costume on 10/31. No masks are allowed and nothing that can be presented as a weapon is permitted!
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, November 6th at Western Hills from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
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
LifeTouch Fall Pictures:
School pictures are ready! To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number. All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card. More about the Smilesafe program here.
Holiday Assistance:
The holiday season can be a joyful time, but we understand it can also bring added stress for some families. If your family is in need of support this holiday season, the Western Hills YSC is here to help!
With support from the Western Hills FFA, we are offering Thanksgiving food assistance. To sign up for Thanksgiving food assistance, please fill out this form by November 1st.
To request holiday gift assistance for your Western Hills student, please fill out this form by October 31st. One form must be filled out for each individual student.
Additionally, if you are interested in sponsoring a Western Hills student who requests holiday assistance, please complete this form.
If you have any questions, please contact Keelie Jolly at keelie.jolly@franklin.kyschools.us or 502-875-8400.
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