It is graduation day! Reminder seniors need to be there no later than 5:45 PM! We will be taking the group class photo in the away side bleachers at that time ! If you are wanting individual head shots or individual graduation photos, please make sure you bring your picture packet and money! Graduation head shots will be taken in Mrs. Blands room. This is also where they will pick up their diploma after the greeting line after graduation ceremony. Parents and guests will be allowed in the gym starting at 6 PM after our group photo. At 6:45 PM all seniors need to report to the high school cafeteria to get ready for lineup. Once again, each senior has five reserved seats for their family on the floor. It is labeled on the first seat with the students name and the four next to it are also theirs. Anyone over that reserved 5 is welcome to come to graduation, They just have to sit in the bleachers. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to call Mrs. Wessel at the high school. She will also be there tonight to help people find their seats and answer any questions. Thank you!
about 7 hours ago, Carolyn Wessel
Kindergarten families: Just a reminder kindergarten graduation is at 9:00 tomorrow, Friday May 22nd in the elementary gym. Doors will open at 8:30. We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you!
1 day ago, Bethany Whitt
Varsity Baseball Tournament will now be played at Western's Baseball Field at 5:00, Thursday, May21.
1 day ago, Beth Alexander
Reminder that Junior High & High School Awards day is tomorrow at 9:00AM in the High School Gym. Families are welcome to come. When you enter the Gym please only sit in the Home side bleachers. We are set up for graduation, and will not be using any of the floor seats tomorrow. Thank you!
2 days ago, Carolyn Wessel
This is for parents of 8th grade students. The 8th Grade Promotion is Wednesday May 27th at 9:00 am in the high school gym. Families are invited to attend! The students will participate in a practice for the promotion on Tuesday. Thank you!
2 days ago, Dee Dee Long
Attention Seniors! Each Senior is allowed 5 seats on the floor for graduation. Mrs. Wessel has the seats labeled with the students name. Seniors are welcome to come in and see where their 5 seats are before Friday. One seat is labeled and the four next to it are theirs as well. There are 15 seats in a row so 3 families per row will be sitting together. Any Senior who had a sibling graduating with them, she has put them together in the same row. She will also be their Friday to help people find their seats if needed! Thank you!
2 days ago, Carolyn Wessel
Good afternoon. I apologize for the late message but we had to combine several bus routes this evening. Your child may be getting home later than normal. Thank you.
3 days ago, Bethany Whitt
7th Grade Field Trip Reminders for Tomorrow!!!
3 days ago, Carolyn Wessel
There's an electric line down on Lapperel so we have a couple of buses that will be running behind. Steve Reno will be running 15 to 20 minutes behind because he has to go around and Tara is waiting at the line. She will probably be around 10 minutes late or so also. I will put out another message if it's anything other than 10 minutes late. Both buses are coming. They will just be running later due to the line being down. Sorry for the inconvenience.
3 days ago, Superintendent
Due to an internal position switch we have an opening for a 9-10 ELA teacher. Please see attachment.
4 days ago, Superintendent
Primary/Elementary families
We are asking for your support in reminding students that toys and other items from home, including squishies, fidgets, trading cards, make up, fake nails, and similar items, are not permitted at school or on the bus.
Recently, we have had several issues with squishy toys being broken open, causing the contents to spill throughout classrooms and on school buses. This has created distractions, messes, and concerns for student safety and transportation.
As stated in the student handbook, toys from home are not allowed at school. If a student brings one of these items, it will be taken to the office and must be picked up by a family member.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in helping us maintain a safe and focused learning environment for all students.
Mrs. Whitt, Principal
5 days ago, Bethany Whitt
Graduation picture order forms are available now in the High School Office!
8 days ago, Carolyn Wessel
Mandatory Meeting for Seniors in the High School building only! Friday Morning May 15th at 8:00 AM you need to report to room 101 with Mr. Opperman & Mrs. Wessel. We are putting your Career Passports together that your diploma goes in. This also includes any credentials or certifications you have that you want to be part of this. Other good items are CPR certificates, Stop the bleed certificates, etc! You will also need to complete your online portfolio for Miss Mallorie that morning too! If you have any questions please see Mrs. Wessel, Mr. Opperman, or Miss Mallorie. CTC Seniors do their own at the CTC, so this is just for the Seniors in our building!
9 days ago, Carolyn Wessel
High School Cheerleading is running a fundraiser to help with the cost of their uniforms and cheer supplies! There is Western apparel, Cheer apparel, and then just other items that would work for any school or age! Check it out! https://teamshop.varsity.com/team/westernteamshop2026
10 days ago, Carolyn Wessel
Reminder for Seniors! Your Last Day is Monday, May 18th! This includes Western CTC Seniors! YOU MUST ATTEND THIS! Meet at 7:45 AM in the Western High School Cafeteria. Bring your Graduation Cap & Gown! Each Senior will receive 5 floor tickets for guests at graduation. No one else needs a ticket, only the guests sitting on the Floor. Mrs. Wessel will hand these out on Monday, May 18th at Graduation practice.
10 days ago, Carolyn Wessel
Western Local Board of Education meeting 5/11 @ 5pm in the Richard Walls boardroom.
11 days ago, Superintendent
Varsity Girls Softball Tournament Game @ Reedsville Eastern - Wednesday, May 13 bus leaves at 2:00 game time 5:00. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or online. Adults - $10.00 and Students - $5.00 https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets
11 days ago, Beth Alexander
Varsity Girls Softball Tournament Game @ Reedsville Eastern - Wednesday, May 13 bus leaves at 2:00 game time 5:00. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or online. Adults - $10.00 and Students - $5.00 https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets
11 days ago, Beth Alexander
The senior showcase is this Thursday 5/14 @6. Seniors, staff and family members please join us in celebrating the class of 2026!!
Seniors, if you haven’t turned your form in to Miss Williams please do so as soon as possible.
11 days ago, Superintendent
High School Cheerleading Tryouts are next week! This is for current 8th-11th grade students. Mandatory Cheer Clinic Tuesday, May 12th from 3:05PM-6:00 PM and Mandatory Tryout Wednesday, May 13th from 3:05PM to whenever we are finished! Please wear tennis shoes, western shirt, & athletic shorts or pants. If you have any questions please see coach Carolyn Wessel.
