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READ MORE of March 9: COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update What do YOU want for Westside’s future? We invite you to take a brief six question survey regarding the future focus areas for our district. Your answers will help drive the vision and planning for our community, schools and students through 2026. READ MORE of What do YOU want for Westside’s future? Westside Celebrates National Recognition, State Awards Westside Community Schools continues a tradition of excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, and more! Click here to watch a video showcasing our awards and honors for Winter of 2020. READ MORE of Westside Celebrates National Recognition, State Awards Otis Seals Named Westside Varsity Baseball Coach Otis Seals has been named Head Baseball Coach for the Varsity Baseball program at Westside High School. Seals replaces Bob Greco, who announced his retirement in fall after leading the team for 26 years. READ MORE of Otis Seals Named Westside Varsity Baseball Coach Westside School Board Candidates Advance To Election Dana Blakely, John Brian, Edgar Hicks, and Beth Morrissette will move on to the May election for the Westside Board of Education. READ MORE of Westside School Board Candidates Advance To Election VIDEO: Westside Leads The Way In ACT Preparation Westside High School students now have the opportunity for free ACT preparation during the school day while earning course credit, and the chance to take the exam twice for free. READ MORE of VIDEO: Westside Leads The Way In ACT Preparation Information for Kindergarten Enrollment, Transfer Requests and Option Enrollment Click here for additional information regarding Kindergarten enrollment, Option enrollment, and In-District Transfer requests for the 20-21 school year. READ MORE of Information for Kindergarten Enrollment, Transfer Requests and Option Enrollment Work At Westside: We Are Hiring! Westside Community Schools is looking for passionate adults who care about nurturing children and helping them grow! We are hiring a variety of positions, including educational assistants. READ MORE of Work At Westside: We Are Hiring! Procedures & Planning for Winter Weather Our first look at snow earlier this month served as a reminder to all of us that winter weather is closer than we think! With that, we encourage all families to CLICK HERE to download and save the Westside Snow Day card with important details and phone numbers. READ MORE of Procedures & Planning for Winter Weather District Leaders Share Legislative Priorities As we approach the 2020 Legislative Session in Nebraska beginning January 8, Dr. Mike Lucas and the Westside Board of Education have shared legislative priorities for District 66. READ MORE of District Leaders Share Legislative Priorities Student Services Menus and Nutrition #WorkAtWestside Calendars at a Glance New to Westside Community Schools Get Involved Upcoming Events March 12 Westside High School Preview Days Interested in attending Westside High School? Join us for WHS Preview Days on March 12 and April 13th! From 8:30 – 10:00 a.m each day., you will learn more about the exclusive opportunities, curriculum and scheduling offered at Westside High, and be part of a tour of the building. Click here to sign up. If you cannot attend but would like to learn more about Westside High School, please email us to request an informational packet: paul.brandi@westside66.net. March 16 Board of Education Meeting A Board of Education meeting for Westside Community Schools will take place on Monday, March 16, 2020, at the ABC Building, 909 S. 76th Street. The board meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. Click here for a copy of the agenda when available. Click here for the executive summaries when available. March 23 6th Grade Transition Nights All Westside 6th graders and their parents/guardians are invited to 6th Grade Orientation Night, an event organized to help introduce your student to Westside Middle School. Please note the dates below and the associated elementary schools. We recommend students attend the night scheduled for their school, however, you are welcome to attend either night if needed. Both students and parents are invited to 6th Grade Orientation Night. Monday, March 23 at 6:00pm Hillside, Prairie Lane, Oakdale, Paddock, Swanson Tuesday, March 24 at 6:00pm Rockbrook, Sunset, Loveland, Westgate, Westbrook April 2 Mock Crash Westside High School, in cooperation with local law enforcement and safety agencies, will be conducting a mock crash scenario at Westside High School on Thursday, April 2. Neighbors in the area may hear and see sirens, emergency vehicles, and other indicators of an accident. If you have questions, please email paul.brandi@westside66.net April 14 Bond Oversight Committee Meeting The Bond Oversight Committee will meet Tuesday, April 14 10, 2020 at 6:00pm at the ABC Administration Building. Members of the Board of Education may be in attendance, though no official board business will be conducted . Meeting dates, times and reports are available to the public by clicking here. PLEASE NOTE: there is no meeting in March 2020. View Calendar Westside Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital/parental/pregnancy status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under law in its educational programs and activities or in admission or access to, or treatment in, hiring and employment. 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