Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Banneker High School, Langston Hughes High School, and Westlake High School were recognized for their high achievement
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Wednesday, March 6
More than half of Fulton County's high schools can proudly proclaim that they are "AP Honor Schools" and leaders in offering students the most challenging curricula available. What is most exciting is that 3 of the recognized schools pull from students that live in southwest portion of Atlanta. On the 2013 AP Honors list were 3 schools that Cascade Patch readers know well. Banneker High School and Langston Hughes High School were recognized for high math and science achievement, and Westlake High School was highlighted for a third consecutive year. These schools are recognized as AP STEM Schools, a category that recognizes schools with students testing in at least two AP math courses and two AP science courses. The 2013 awards are based …
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Portions from the weekly newsblast by Dr. Rivera, Principal, of Westlake High School.
Lions Learning Lab Tutorials When: Thursday - November 29 Tuesday - December 04 Thursday - December 06 Tuesday - December 11 Thursday - December 13 Time: 4:00 p.m.-5:20 p.m.. Where: Room 446 Click for Info Cliftondale Community Club Internship The Cliftondale Community Club is currently seeking a Community Intern. The purpose of this Internship is to educate the student on the role and functions of civic organizations, as well as provide insight on governmental operations such as planning and zoning. The intern will also receive direct mentoring from various community activists. Successful completion of the internship may fulfill community service requirements for college applications. The internship will run from December 2012-August …
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Westlake High School is a diverse and prominent institution of learning located in southwest Atlanta, Georgia.
Several college admission professionals stormed Westlake High School in Southwest Atlanta for their annual activity with the 12th grade students there. No, it wasn't a college fair. This was the annual "Prepping for College Day" that is held while the other grades are taking the PSAT. Representatives from several Georgia Colleges and Universities including: Emory University, Dalton State, Clayton State, the Directors of Admission from both Spelman College and Andrew College and even a representative from the Iowa City based testing company, ACT, were on hand to help seniors think about the college application process in different ways. "It is important that students meet people like this. Students have to realize that these professionals …
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Mia Evon Cruse was found safe in Smyrna by Smryna Police Department.
Mia Evon Cruse, who attends Westlake High School, was reported missing over the weekend but has now been located and in good condition. It is unclear why the teen ran away, or exactly what happened between Friday and today, but we are able to report that the teen has been located by Smyrna police near Campbell High School. According to an AJC report, the teen was last seen Friday night at a Westlake High football game. Mia Cruse sent a text to friends around 9pm on Friday, and then called 911 before her phone completely shut-off. That was the last anyone had heard from her. She was found safe on Tuesday.
Friday, October 5, 2012
This grant allows Westlake to provide additional support and services to our ninth grade students and their families.
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Friday, October 5, 2012
(submitted by E. Gwyn) Dear Westlake Families and Staff, I am excited to share with you recent success story for our school... Westlake High School was awarded a $75,000 grant from AT&T and Communities in Schools. This grant allows Westlake to provide additional support and services to our ninth grade students and their families. As many of you might agree based on your personal experience with your ninth grader...the educational research shows that students may struggle at times in their transition from middle school to high school. In fact, students who fail courses in ninth grade are more at-risk for having excessive disciplinary problems and ultimately dropping out of school. The AT&T/Community in Schools Grant will allow our school to…
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
For Parents,Teachers, and Students of Westlake High School.
Dear Westlake Families, As we move into our third week of school, it was important to me that you be aware of the following information: Please know…our goal is to be respectful of your email inbox while giving you the necessary information to be engaged in your child's education. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any suggestions regarding how we can do better. Sincerely, Grant Rivera Principal
Friday, May 11, 2012
The boys went undefeated in the region and are currently the 2012
2-AAAAA champion.
The Westlake High School Boys Tennis team is attempting to complete their mission of winning the State Championship this Friday afternoon. These players are already regional champs and they are at the end of their 2nd in a row unbeaten season. Last year the team went all the way to state as well, but were unfortunate to receive 2nd place. This year looks to be different and the team looks determined as ever. If the Westlake team wins the competition today, they will be come the first all African- American boys tennis team to ever win the State Tennis Title. They already hold the record for the most wins of any Westlake tennis team. Good Luck and congrats on ALL of your success this year! Press Release: Congratulations to the Westlake …
Monday, May 7, 2012
Principal Rivera of Westlake HS recently released the May 7th News Blast. It lists the upcoming Final Exam schedule, Graduation dates, Spring Football and more.
Atlanta -- Westlake High School held its prom last weekend at Opera. According to Principal Grant Rivera there were over 500 students in attendance who partied the night away with the best friends and classmates. In the May 7, 2012 News Blast, Principal Rivera asks parents to help him in celebrating Teach Appreciation Week. "...take a moment and contact a staff member who has made a difference in the life of your child and family. Unfortunately, far too often parents contact the school only when there is a problem. This week, in honor of those staff members who give so much of themselves to serve you, I felt it appropriate to invite you to send a quick email of thanks to your favorite staff member. Your words are powerful…and the caring …
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Kameron Jones was a project leader during a recent Hands On Atlanta cleanup effort.
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Thursday, May 3, 2012
Kameron Jones, a 10th grade Business and Finance Career Academy student at Westlake High School, recently participated in Global Youth Service Day, sponsored by Hands On Atlanta. On April 17, Jones served as a site project coordinator for "Keep North Fulton Beautiful," where he managed 12 volunteers. He organized his team to load 300 electronic items onto a recycling truck and reported impact/outcomes for Hands on Atlanta funding purposes. According to Marcia Webb-Hayes, Hands On Atlanta staff and project manager, "Kameron was one of the younger project coordinator. But his level of maturity and respect for viable outcomes and thoroughness impressed everyone." Hands on Atlanta is the local lead agency for the 2012 Global Youth Service …
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Stanley Pritchett began spring practice this week.
New Westlake High School football coach Stanley Pritchett began spring practice this week. But he also found time in his busy schedule to answer a few questions from Cascade Patch: What attracted you to the Westlake job? Well, I grew up in the southwest Atlanta area so i know the tradition and legacy of Westlake and I felt like it was the perfect fit for me. What are you looking for in your first week of spring practice? During spring practice I'm looking to build a foundation for the program. I'm also looking for tough minded guys that are looking to compete and get better each day. And lastly I'm looking for guys that make plays on both sides of the football. You had a career in the NFL, including with the Atlanta Falcons. Does that …
Tiffany
6:41 am on Wednesday, March 6, 2013
That is great news! Very proud of the strides our schools are making. more ›