The WHS Volleyball Team was recognized at tonight’s school board meeting for an incredible season! The Lady Warriors earned Conference Champions, Region Champions, and finished as the 4A State Runner-Up. We are so proud of their hard work, dedication, and the way they represented Westside all season! ❤️🤍
WHS AP Chemistry students put their spectrophotometry skills to the test today! They measured how much light is absorbed by the blue dye in sports drinks and compared Blue Powerade vs. Blue Gatorade. Science + real-world curiosity = a great lab day!
A group of our WHS students and their parents attended the 4th Annual Transition Job Fair hosted by Project CARE. The goal of this event is to connect students and families with potential employers and community agencies to help them prepare for meaningful post-graduation opportunities.
Students had the chance to:
*Participate in mock interviews with local businesses
*Learn tips for building a strong résumé
*Visit with a wide variety of vendors
*Explore future career pathways
Such a great experience for our students as they begin planning their next steps! ❤️🤍
Students had the chance to:
*Participate in mock interviews with local businesses
*Learn tips for building a strong résumé
*Visit with a wide variety of vendors
*Explore future career pathways
Such a great experience for our students as they begin planning their next steps! ❤️🤍
❤️🤍 National Parent Involvement Day! ❤️🤍
At Westside, we know that when families and community are involved, students thrive. Whether you’re attending school board meetings, award assemblies, parent-teacher conferences, volunteering at school events, serving on a committee, or being part of a PTO — your involvement strengthens our Warrior community and supports every student’s success.
We are so thankful for our Westside Warrior parents, guardians, and community members who give their time, energy, and heart to support our schools.
From classrooms to the school board — and everywhere in between — you help make Westside strong! ❤️🤍💪
At Westside, we know that when families and community are involved, students thrive. Whether you’re attending school board meetings, award assemblies, parent-teacher conferences, volunteering at school events, serving on a committee, or being part of a PTO — your involvement strengthens our Warrior community and supports every student’s success.
We are so thankful for our Westside Warrior parents, guardians, and community members who give their time, energy, and heart to support our schools.
From classrooms to the school board — and everywhere in between — you help make Westside strong! ❤️🤍💪
October Bus Driver of the Month: Mr. Ronnie Layne ❤️🤍
Mr. Ronnie has been a blessing to our transportation department over the last year and a half. He is always willing to go the extra mile—driving field trips, vo-tech, and faithfully running his daily bus route. Mr. Ronnie loves his kids and takes his job as a bus driver seriously. He always has a smile on his face, and safety is extremely important to him. Thank you for all you do and for getting our kids home safely each day.
Congratulations, Ronnie!
Mr. Ronnie has been a blessing to our transportation department over the last year and a half. He is always willing to go the extra mile—driving field trips, vo-tech, and faithfully running his daily bus route. Mr. Ronnie loves his kids and takes his job as a bus driver seriously. He always has a smile on his face, and safety is extremely important to him. Thank you for all you do and for getting our kids home safely each day.
Congratulations, Ronnie!
WHS students had an exciting visitor experience in our AP Biology class on Friday, 11/14!
Dr. Barymon from A-State’s Health Studies Department spent the day with our AP Bio students. They had the opportunity to practice using a sonography device to locate fetal structures inside a pregnancy mannequin, and Dr. Barymon shared the many pathways and career options available through A-State’s Health Studies programs.
Dr. Barymon from A-State’s Health Studies Department spent the day with our AP Bio students. They had the opportunity to practice using a sonography device to locate fetal structures inside a pregnancy mannequin, and Dr. Barymon shared the many pathways and career options available through A-State’s Health Studies programs.
Thanksgiving Break Reminder!
There will be NO SCHOOL for students on November 24th–28th. Classes resume Monday, December 1.
A few highlights from today’s bowling tournament at Hijinx! Our WHS students showed amazing teamwork, great attitudes, and true Westside pride. Ms. Tharp said she’s proud to have such a wonderful group of students! ❤️🤍🎳
Warrior Week Ahead!
Here’s what’s happening November 17th–28th. Let’s go, Warriors! ❤️🤍
Monday, November 17th
5:00 PM – GBB vs Walnut Ridge – Away
5:00 PM – BBB Jr/Sr vs Cedar Ridge – Home
Tuesday, November 18th
BBB 7th/JrJV/Jr vs Southside – Away
Wednesday, November 20th
5:00 PM – GBB vs Southside – Home
6:00 PM – School Board Meeting – WHS Library
6:00 PM – WES 1st Grade Thanksgiving Concert – FAC
Thursday, November 21st
5:00 PM – GBB vs Batesville – Away
5:00 PM – BBB vs Trumann – Away
Friday, November 22nd
BBB JrB/SrB vs Southland – Home
Sunday, November 24th
6:00 PM – GBB Jr/Sr vs Barton – Home
Monday, November 25th
5:00 PM – GBB vs Wynne – Home
5:00 PM – BBB vs Walnut Ridge – Away
November 24th–28th
NO SCHOOL — HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 🦃🍂🍁
Here’s what’s happening November 17th–28th. Let’s go, Warriors! ❤️🤍
Monday, November 17th
5:00 PM – GBB vs Walnut Ridge – Away
5:00 PM – BBB Jr/Sr vs Cedar Ridge – Home
Tuesday, November 18th
BBB 7th/JrJV/Jr vs Southside – Away
Wednesday, November 20th
5:00 PM – GBB vs Southside – Home
6:00 PM – School Board Meeting – WHS Library
6:00 PM – WES 1st Grade Thanksgiving Concert – FAC
Thursday, November 21st
5:00 PM – GBB vs Batesville – Away
5:00 PM – BBB vs Trumann – Away
Friday, November 22nd
BBB JrB/SrB vs Southland – Home
Sunday, November 24th
6:00 PM – GBB Jr/Sr vs Barton – Home
Monday, November 25th
5:00 PM – GBB vs Wynne – Home
5:00 PM – BBB vs Walnut Ridge – Away
November 24th–28th
NO SCHOOL — HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 🦃🍂🍁
Due to unforeseen circumstances, today’s makeup school pictures have been rescheduled for tomorrow, Friday, November 14, 2025. We appreciate your flexibility.
Winterguard season is here! Auditions for the 2026 Westside Winterguard will be held next week. Skills camp will be Monday, November 17th, and Wednesday, November 19th from 5:30-6:30 pm in the multipurpose gym. Formal auditions will be held on Thursday, November 20th from 5:30-6:30 pm in the multipurpose gym. No prior flag experience is required and you do not have to be a member of the band to join!
Come be a part of the Westside Winterguard!
This year, Ms. Black’s World History classes explored Armistice Day and Veterans Day, discovering how countries across the globe honor those who have served. A big thank you to Mrs. Parks for helping bring the Veterans Day Slide Project to life!
Students also created a touching Wall of Remembrance in the WHS Library. What a beautiful tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to service!
Students also created a touching Wall of Remembrance in the WHS Library. What a beautiful tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to service!
DOUBLE BUS ROUTE:
Racecar Bus (76) riders will ride Goose Bus (90) today.
Racecar bus riders will arrive about 10 minutes earlier than usual.
Goose bus riders’ drop-off will be delayed about 30 minutes.
Racecar Bus (76) riders will ride Goose Bus (90) today.
Racecar bus riders will arrive about 10 minutes earlier than usual.
Goose bus riders’ drop-off will be delayed about 30 minutes.
A group of our Warrior AFJROTC cadets joined the Arkansas State Band for their halftime show on Saturday!
They did an amazing job and represented Westside with pride — way to go, Warriors! ❤️🤍
They did an amazing job and represented Westside with pride — way to go, Warriors! ❤️🤍
A big shoutout to our Westside Warrior AFJROTC Color Guard for an excellent presentation on Friday night!
Each cadet represented Westside with honor and Warrior pride. ❤️🤍
Commander: Matthew Sellers
State Flag: Jadyn Bright
Lead Rifle: Liam Lesley
Trail Rifle: Lilly Harbin
Great job, Warriors — we’re proud of you!❤️🤍
WHS Senior High and Junior High Cheer Squads competed at Brookland High School on Saturday — and both teams brought home 2nd place in their divisions! 🙌🙌
Each squad cheered with pride, representing Westside with spirit, energy, and heart.
Way to go, Warriors! ❤️🤍🎉
Each squad cheered with pride, representing Westside with spirit, energy, and heart.
Way to go, Warriors! ❤️🤍🎉
🎭 WHS Theater Presents: CLUE – High School Edition! 🔎
It’s time for mystery, laughter, and a little bit of mayhem! Join us for this year’s WHS Theater Fall Production of CLUE: High School Edition at the Westside Fine Arts Center.
Show Dates:
• Saturday, November 15 at 1:00 PM
• Sunday, November 16 at 2:00 PM
Admission: $5
Come out and support our talented student actors and crew as they bring this classic whodunit to life on stage! You’ll be guessing until the very end!❤️🤍 🎭
It’s time for mystery, laughter, and a little bit of mayhem! Join us for this year’s WHS Theater Fall Production of CLUE: High School Edition at the Westside Fine Arts Center.
Show Dates:
• Saturday, November 15 at 1:00 PM
• Sunday, November 16 at 2:00 PM
Admission: $5
Come out and support our talented student actors and crew as they bring this classic whodunit to life on stage! You’ll be guessing until the very end!❤️🤍 🎭
Westside Sr High Quiz Bowl competed in their first tournament of the 2025-26 season on Saturday. Going 5-0 against Bay, Tuckerman, Palestine-Wheatley, East Poinsett County, and Valley View, the team captured First Place in the Blue Division at the Marion Patriot Invitational.
Team members were Jaxston Carter, Avah Davis, Drew Davis, Caroline Etter, Caden Frank, Jace Jones, and Molly Lindsey. Drew was also selected to the All-Tournament team for his high scoring average.
WHS Advanced Plant Science students have been studying soil texture and spent the day collecting soil samples from around campus to bring back to the classroom for testing. They made predictions based on each sample’s appearance, then used the “muddy puddle” test and the “squeeze” test to test their hypotheses.
Next week, they’ll complete the “ribbon” test once the samples have fully dried. It’s awesome to see our students getting their hands dirty while learning about the science of soil!
Next week, they’ll complete the “ribbon” test once the samples have fully dried. It’s awesome to see our students getting their hands dirty while learning about the science of soil!
WHS Ag Spotlight – SAE: Supervised Agricultural Experience
Every WHS Ag student takes part in an SAE project, applying classroom learning to real-world experiences — whether it’s caring for animals, working a job, or creating their own business.
This year, Hannah Guerin launched her own cut-flower business as her SAE project! Over the summer, she researched, purchased supplies, and planted gardens both at home and at school. She’s been harvesting Tithonia and Zinnia flowers, sharing them with teachers and classmates, and gaining hands-on experience in ag entrepreneurship.
We’re proud of Hannah’s hard work and creativity — great things are blooming at WHS! 😉❤️🤍
Every WHS Ag student takes part in an SAE project, applying classroom learning to real-world experiences — whether it’s caring for animals, working a job, or creating their own business.
This year, Hannah Guerin launched her own cut-flower business as her SAE project! Over the summer, she researched, purchased supplies, and planted gardens both at home and at school. She’s been harvesting Tithonia and Zinnia flowers, sharing them with teachers and classmates, and gaining hands-on experience in ag entrepreneurship.
We’re proud of Hannah’s hard work and creativity — great things are blooming at WHS! 😉❤️🤍
