Community Conversations
Members of the administration and school board will be holding meetings in each of the communities in the school district to provide some information and ask patrons who attend to provide some input on a variety of topics. These "Community Conversation" meetings will begin at 6:30 p.m. and be held through December of 2009. The following dates have been set:
The meeting in Pisgah was held on October 28, 2009, and the meeting in Modale was held on November 4, 2009. All meetings cover the same topics which include:
If you can't make the meeting in your town, please feel welcome to attend one of the other meetings. We hope that you will be able to attend one of the Community Conversations!
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CHICKEN POX UPDATE - NOVEMBER 19
We have had several confirmed cases of chickenpox this past week. Chickenpox is a very contagious infection caused by a virus. It causes a blister-like rash, itching, tiredness and mild fever lasting an average of 4-7 days. It can be contagious for 1-2 days before the rash starts and until all blisters are crusted. It takes 10-21 days after contact with an infected person for someone to develop chickenpox. Most children are now vaccinated with at least one dose of varicella vaccine, but one dose is only 80-85% effective for preventing chickenpox. If you notice a blister like rash on your child, please keep him/her at home until the rash has crusted over, typically 4-7 days. If you have any questions, please contact me at (712) 646-2231 or e-mail me at lchase@w-harrison.k12.ia.us .
Lanae Chase, RN MSHP School Nurse
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PLEASE NOTE - NOVEMBER EARLY OUTS
Wednesday, November 25 - 2:00 p.m. early out
NOVEMBER NO SCHOOL DAYS Thursday, November 26 - No School Thanksgiving Friday, November 27 - No School Thanksgiving Vacation
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PLEASE NOTE - DECEMBER EARLY OUTS December 2, 2009 - 2:00 PM Early Dismissal for Staff Development December 9, 2009 - 2:00 PM Early Dismissal for Staff Development December 16, 2009 - 2:00 PM Early Dismissal for Staff Development
December 22, 2009 - 2:00 PM Early Dismissal for Christmas Vacation
DECEMBER NO SCHOOL DAYS December 23-31, 2009 - No School Christmas Vacation
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ADULT CPR/AED TRAINING OFFERED High school students, West Harrison staff members, and patrons of the West Harrison School District interested in getting their adult CPR and AED certification, may sign up in the high school office. This class taught by the American Red Cross will be from 12:30-5:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 6th in the high school commons. Students in Red Cross Club and FCCLA are encouraged to join, but all community members are welcome to participate. The cost of the training is $40. |
JOIN US ON A TRIP TO WASHINGTON D.C., JUNE 13-16 West Harrison Junior High and High School students are invited to join us on a trip to D.C. this summer. For more information, click on the World Strides link, contact Mrs. Nunez at school 646-2016, or e-mail knunez@w-harrison.k12.ia.us. Our trip ID # is 29193. Registration will be ending soon, so don't miss out on an opportunity of a life time. |
 JUNIOR HIGH SOUTHWEST IOWA HONOR BAND
Alex, Nathan, Bailey Evers, and Heidi represented West Harrison at the Junior High Southwest Iowa Band Association Honor Band at Atlantic on Friday, November 13. These four students were selected from the 600 students who auditioned from all of Southwest Iowa. Alex performed in the 90 member 8th grade band and Nathan, Bailey and Heidi performed in the 90 member 7th grade band.
Congratulations, Alex, Nathan, Bailey and Heidi. |
 The West Harrison students pictured above recently participated in the 2009 Western Valley Conference Honor Choir at Manning High School on Monday, November 16. These students along with other high school vocal students selected from the conference worked under the direction of Mr. Tim McMillan of Simpson College. The 2009 WVC High School Honor Choir performed five pieces including a finale with the WVC Jr. High Honor Choir. West Harrison's Katelyn was selected to perform a solo section of "Be Still Jordan". Students participating in this event were (back row, L - R) Miri, Michael, Jeff, Chase, Jimmy and Tyler. (front row, L - R) Maddie, Jessie, Kyley, Christa, Jessy and Katelyn. |
 The West Harrison Jr. High students pictured above recently participated in the Western Valley Conference Honor Choir at Manning High School on Monday, November 16. These students along with other selected jr. high students from the conference worked under the direction of Mr. Tom Gerking. The 2009 WVC Jr. High Choir performed 5 pieces along with a finale piece with the WVC High School Honor Choir. Students participating were (back row, L - R) Nick, Skyler, Taylor, Brandon, Dakota, Essie and Nikki. Second row (L - R) Trey, Jaren, Cody, Dustin and Makaila. (first row, L - R) Kori, Taylor, Michaela, Ashley, Megan and Summer. |
 Chance, a sophomore at West Harrison High School was selected during the first round to perform with the 2009 Iowa All-State Choir in November. Katelyn, a junior at West Harrison, was selected as 1st alternate to the choir. These students were selected for these honors via audition on Saturday, October 24, in Harlan. |
 The three students pictured above were recently notified that they have been selected to perform with the 2009 Opus Honor Choir. The concert will take place at CY Stephens Auditorium on the ISU campus in Ames on Thursday, November 19th. These students were selected via audition from approximately 3500 fifth through ninth grade students throughout the state of Iowa. Pictured above are (L - R) Jessie, Cortney and Keenan. This is the second time Cortney and Keenan have been selected to perform in the Opus Honor Choir. All three students are eighth graders at West Harrison. |
 WH STUDENTS CHOSEN FOR SOUTHWEST IOWA TOURING CHOIR
The eight students pictured above were recently selected (via audition) to perform with the Southwest Iowa Touring Honor Choir that will perform in New York City during the summer of 2010. Pictures above (back row L - R) Tyler, Miri, Michael, and Jeff Front row (L - R) Dolores, Jessy, Katelyn, and Tori.
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OLDER YEARBOOKS FOR SALE
We have cleaned out the storage closet and have the following number of yearbooks for sale: 1992-1993 (2 available at this time) 1994-1995 (15 available at this time) 1996-1997 (2 available at this time) 1998-1999 (11 available at this time) 1999-2000 (3 available at this time) 2000-2001 (21 available at this time) 2001-2002 (45 available at this time) 2002-2003 (43 available at this time) 2003-2004 (46 available at this time) 2004-2005 (27 available at this time) 2005-2006 (42 available at this time) 2006-2007 (47 available at this time) The cost for one of these yearbooks is $20 and an additional $5.00 if you wish to have it mailed. Just click on the order form attachment below. Please send the order or bring your request to West Harrison, 410 Pine St., Mondamin, IA 51557. Please make out checks to West Harrison Community School. Jim Adams Yearbook Advisor | ||
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Public Wellness Center Hours for those with Memberships Monday - Friday 4 AM - 6 AM 5 PM - Midnight Saturday & Sunday 4 AM - Midnight Exceptions: Closed during sports activities for school use During the summer, the wellness center is open to the public from 4 AM - Midnight |
NEWSLETTER GOES ELECTRONIC
West Harrison sent out its first electronic newsletter on September 24, 2009. Newsletters were sent via e-mail to all parents who listed an e-mail address at registration. Patrons of the district who do not have children in school should contact the school if they wish to have the newsletter sent to them via e-mail. For those who do not have e-mail or access to a computer, we will still mail the newsletter upon request. The newsletter will also appear on the school website and can be accessed from your personal computer or by computer at your local library. The monthly calendar, menu, and newsletter can be found under the newsletter tab on the left side of the school website. If you listed an e-mail address at registration, but did not receive the newsletter via e-mail, please call the school, 712-646-2231. |
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