West Aurora High School
1201 W. New York Street
Aurora, IL, 60506
630 301-5600
http://www.sd129.org/westhigh
Dear West Aurora Families,
Though it may seem that summer has just begun, we are quickly approaching the start of the 2016-2017 school
year. Prior to the beginning of the school year, we want to provide you with some important information.
Included in this mailing you will find information about:
• Senior Parking Permits
• Important dates
• Houses and late arrival Mondays including the bell schedule
• The Activities Department
• Picture day
• The Athletic Department
FIRST DAY of SCHOOL = AUGUST 17th, 2016
Beginning August 5th, student schedules will be available through Home Access and printed copies of the
schedule including locker information will be sent home prior to the start of school. The building remains
under construction; therefore we are unable to provide open access to the building prior to the start of the school
year. During Enter With Pride, Freshmen will have an opportunity to walk their schedules and find their
lockers. This will ensure that incoming freshmen can familiarize themselves with the building. Although the
building has limited access, House personnel will be available during the times below to assist with student
schedules. Please use Door 1 to enter and exit the building.
August 9 Tuesday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
August 10 Wednesday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
August 11 Thursday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
We look forward to seeing you and hope you enjoy the rest of your summer.
Sincerely,
Ron Murphy
Assistant Principal for Building and Operations
West Aurora High School
1201 W. New York Street
Aurora, IL, 60506
630 301-5600
http://www.sd129.org/westhigh
Frequently asked questions regarding the beginning of the year:
1. I haven’t completed the online registration/enrollment for the fall, what should I do?
Please call Central Registration at (630) 301–5050. The enrollment process must be completed prior to students
receiving a fall schedule.
2. How do I pay my registration fees?
Fees are not due until November 1st. You may pay fees online using a credit card at any time online. Payment by
check should be directed to the bookkeeper and checks should be made out to West Aurora High School.
3. What additional fees might I need to pay?
Optional fees such as yearbook, parking, driver’s education and Physical Education uniforms can be paid online.
*Please note that incoming 9th graders will be required to purchase a heart rate monitor strap for $15.
4. Do I qualify for a fee waiver?
Fee waivers are not available until October 1st. Any questions about fee waivers should be directed to (630) 3015524. If you are receiving public assistance, please bring your public assistance card with you.
5. How do I get my schedule?
Schedules will be mailed home the week prior to our Walk the Building days. Student locker and combination
information will be included with those schedules. Student schedules will be available via the Home Access
Center beginning in early August. Printed copies of student schedules will also be available during Walk the
Building days in each respective House.
6. Do I need to come in during the Walk the Building days?
No. Walk the Building are meant to provide students and families the opportunity to familiarize themselves with
the building.
7. What will be available on the Walk the Building days?
House personnel (including counselors and deans) will be available for any questions. In addition, parents and
students are invited to walk the building to find your locker and class locations. No other services will be
available on these days.
8. When will I get my textbooks?
Students will receive textbooks during the first week of class.
9. When will student pictures be taken?
Student ID and yearbook pictures will be taken during PE classes this year. You will receive and additional
mailing with information specific to pictures.
10. If I have additional questions, whom should I contact?
For questions regarding student registration, call (630) 301-5050
For questions regarding lockers, call (630) 301-5520
For questions regarding waivers or the lunch program, call (630) 301-5524
From the Student Activities Office...
“Save These Dates”
Tuesday, August 16:
“Enter With Pride”
Freshman Orientation
8:30 am—12:00 pm
West High welcomes
the Class of 2020!
Complete information is being mailed to the
households of incoming freshmen. If you have
questions about the day, please contact
Mrs. Konstans, Activities Office Professional,
at 630-301-6507 or [email protected].
Friday, August 21:
Yearbook Picture Day
for 9th, 10th, and
11th graders
Order forms will be distributed during PE classes on the first day of school.
Pictures will be taken during PE classes on the
second day of school.
Pre-order and pay online at
www.lifetouch.com, or pay with check
on picture day.
Friday, August 26:
“LINKed Up” Tailgate for Freshmen
3:30-5:30 pm — Lower Cafeteria
$5.00 includes dinner and entrance to the Football Game vs. Yorkville
Register at: https://sd129.revtrak.net/tek9.asp?pg=products&grp=75
Tuesday, September 6 Friday, September 9:
East Aurora vs West Aurora
Rivalry Week
VS
TWO SCHOOLS—ONE CITY
Celebrate the longest standing cross-town
rivalry in Illinois with events and friendly
competitions throughout the week.
Monday, September 19 Saturday, September 24:
Homecoming Week
“The Great Gatsby”
Monday—Food Truck Extravaganza/
Movie Night
Tuesday—Mr. Handsome
Wednesday—Powder Puff Football *
Thursday—Parade/Dodgeball Tournament
Friday—Pep Assembly, Fay’s Barbecue,
Football vs South Elgin
Saturday—Homecoming Dance
*Deadline is September 1! Register here:
https://wahs.8to18.com/registration/activity_step
Details for all of these events will be coming soon! Please check the school website at
www.sd129.org, and select West High. Or contact Mrs. Konstans, Activities Office Professional, at
630-301-6507 or [email protected].
West Aurora Fall Sport Registration
Visit the West Aurora Athletic Website: http://il.8to18.com/westaurora
Click on the Registration Tab
If you have previously registered for a sport in District 129, use the same email and password to log in to
the registration site.
IF YOU ARE A NEW USER:
1. Click on ‘Create an Account’ – enter your own email and create your own password.
2. Click on ‘Begin Registration’
3. ‘Select Activity’
a. Choose the sport your child will be trying for/participating in.
4. ‘Select Participant’
a. Add a New Participant (or chose your child once created)
b. All information on this page is for the student, ex. Cell Phone, Email
5. ‘Roster Details’
a. You may be asked for TShirt/Short size
b. Height and Weight will be used for rosters
6. ‘Primary Parent/Guardian Information’
a. Fill out the Parent information on the next page.
7. ‘Physical Form’
a. If you need a form to take to the doctor you may print it here.
b. Remember your athlete must have a current physical in order to begin try-outs/practice.
Physicals are good for 395 days.
8. ‘Legal Forms’
a. At this time by clicking on the boxes, you are agreeing and consenting to all information
provided.
b. You may click on the form to read or print. Please note that when there is a
parent/guardian and student check box – they must both be checked to move forward.
c. Please DO NOT turn in any forms filled out.
9. ‘Summary’
a. At this time you can see what you have registered for.
b. Click ‘Finish’ to complete your registration
You may contact the Athletic Office if you have any questions – 630-301-5582
Important Dates for Athletics
August 8-Start date for Football
August 10-Start date for Boys/Girls Golf, Girls Volleyball, Cheerleading, Poms, Boys Soccer, Girls Tennis,
Boys/Girls Cross Country, Girls Swimming
August 19-Fall Jamboree
August 20-Picture Day
Want to Get Involved? Join the Blackhawk Sports Boosters
You can join the Sports Boosters at http://www.blackhawksportsboosters.org/
Pay to Play
There have been some slight changes regarding outstanding fee
balances. Students that have outstanding fees (school or athletic) will
NOT be able to get their red registration card. All past due fees must be
paid prior to participating in a sport.
Secondly, payment plans for athletic fees will not be accepted. Instead,
athletes will have one month from the start of the sport (September 12
for fall) to pay off their athletic fees in full. AFTER THAT DATE,
ATHLETES WITH OUTSTANDING FEES WILL BE INELIGIBLE TO PLAY. Up
until that deadline partial payments will be accepted, however, athletes
will not be able to continue playing if not paid in full by the due date.
Fees are $85 for the first sport, $55 for the second sport, and $25 for
the third sport.
Senior Parking Permits:
•
Must be senior status and hold a valid driver’s license with all prior debt paid (example: student
fees and/or fines).
•
WAHS has a total of 200 student parking slots; only 200 permits will be sold on a first come, first
serve basis.
•
A parent approved application is required before a permit is issued. Permits can be printed
at http://www.sd129.org/Page/1336 or picked up at the main office.
•
$50.00 parking permit fee must be paid online starting August 8, 2016 prior to receiving permit.
Payment will only be accepted online via Revtrak at: http://SD129.RevTrak.net/
Student should bring their completed application and receipt to their lunch period on 8/18 or 8/19
to obtain their permit. Any questions, please call Mrs. Nuñez at 630-301-5550
Open House
September 1, 2016
5:15 pm – 5:50 pm
Grade level presentations
for parents
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Walk your student’s
schedule and meet his/her
teachers
Parent Teacher
Conferences
October 6, 2016
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
October 7, 2016
12:00pm – 3:00pm
Open to all parents
Parent Teacher
Conferences
February 8, 2017
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Yearbook Picture Day
Monday, August 24
9th, 10th and 11th graders will have their yearbook pictures
taken Thursday, August 18 during PE classes
How to order:
• Prior to picture day, log on to www.lifetouch.com and “Get Started” by using
school code RN905110Q0. After you pay for your portrait package, you will
receive a confirmation number. Have your student bring that to school on
Monday.
• Or, pay by check on Monday
12th graders –
Senior Portrait Retake Days will be in September
Log on to www.lifetouch.com for more information
West Aurora High School
2016-17 Late Arrival Days and Schedule
Late Arrival Days
First Semester
Second Semester
August 22
August 29
September 12
September 19
September 26
October 3
October 17
October 24
October 31
November 7
November 14
November 21
November 28
December 5
December 12
January 9
January 23
January 30
February 6
February 13
February 27
March 6
March 13
March 20
April 3
April 10
April 17
April 24
May 1
May 8
May 15
Bell Schedule on Late Arrival Mondays
Bell Schedule Tuesday – Friday
1st Hour
8:55 – 9:35
1st Hour
7:35 – 8:25
2nd Hour
9:41 – 10:21
2nd Hour
8:31 – 9:21
3rd Hour
10:27 – 11:07
3rd Hour
9:27 – 10:17
4th Hour
11:13 – 11:53
4th Hour
10: 23 – 11:13
5th Hour
11:59 – 12:39
5th Hour
11:19 – 12:09
6th Hour
12:45 – 1:25
6th Hour
12:15 – 1:05
7th Hour
1:31 – 2:11
7th Hour
1:11 – 2:01
8th Hour
2:17 – 2:57
8th Hour
2:07 – 2:57