FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024

STUDENT COUNCIL EGG HUNT
Today is the last day of council’s egg hunt. 10 plastic surprise eggs around the main floor of the school today! If you find any eggs you can keep what is inside of them! We do ask that you return the empty plastic eggs to the basket in the office. Have fun hunting!

YEARBOOK
Spartans, your yearbook for the 2023 / 2024 school year is now available for pre-order. The yearbook costs $50 and can be purchased via cash online. If you have any questions, see Mr. Ricci or go to the main office for information. 

THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024

BADMINTON
Mr. Evers and Mr. Patel would like to congratulate the Westlane Senior badminton team on their successful day at Zone championship yesterday. Long Vu placed second in boys singles and will be moving on to SOSSA. Noah Maki will be moving on to SOSSA by default.

STUDENT COUNCIL EGG HUNT
Hey Spartans, your student council has hidden 10 plastic surprise eggs around the main floor of the school today! We will be hiding eggs for lucky students to find all week.  If you find any eggs you can keep what is inside of them! We do ask that you return the empty plastic eggs to the basket in the office. Have fun hunting!

SUMMER JOB
The Niagara Regional Police have opened applications for positions for a summer paid internship. If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the program links posted in Google Classroom. Deadline is April 19 & it is a lengthy application.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2024

REMEMBER TODAY IS AN ASSEMBLY DAY SCHEDULE

ART CLUB
Art Club is running today after school in room 1073.
This year’s Westlane Art Showcase will be taking place on Wednesday, May 8th after school! If you are interested in putting your art into the show, please fill out the google form linked on instagram -  @westlane_arts. The deadline to submit your art is in ONE week on April 24th! For more information, see Mrs. Dunn in the art room. You do not need to be a current art student to participate! All entries are welcome.

STUDENT COUNCIL EGG HUNT
Hey Spartans, your student council has hidden 10 plastic surprise eggs around the main floor of the school today! We will be hiding eggs for lucky students to find all week, today there is a special prize.  If you find any eggs you can keep what is inside of them! We do ask that you return the empty plastic eggs to the basket in the office. Have fun hunting!

FRENCH CLUB
French club is happening today at lunch in room 2029.

MUSIC
Karaoke is cancelled today at lunch.

TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024

STUDENT COUNCIL EGG HUNT
Hey Spartans, your student council has hidden 10 plastic surprise eggs around the main floor of the school today! We will be hiding eggs for lucky students to find all week, with a special prize tomorrow.  If you find any eggs you can keep what is inside of them! We do ask that you return the empty plastic eggs to the basket in the office. Have fun hunting!

SUMMER JOB
The Niagara Regional Police have opened applications for positions for a summer paid internship. If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the program links posted in Google Classroom. Deadline is April 19 & it is a lengthy application.

MULTICULTURAL EVENT
This is a very important reminder for anyone involved in Westlane's Multicultural event: There is a mandatory meeting today at lunch in room 1110. You must attend this meeting if you are planning on being involved in the event. See Ms. Berger, Ms. Irandost, or Mrs. Marshall for more information. Attendance is necessary to confirm your involvement for next week. 

MUSIC
Jazz Band is today at lunch.  Attendance is mandatory.
EFN is very soon.

YEARBOOK
Spartans, your yearbook for the 2023 / 2024 school year is now available for pre-order. The yearbook costs $50 and can be purchased via cash online. If you have any questions, see Mr. Ricci or go to the main office for information. 

REACH CLUB
Reach club is happening today at lunch in room 2029. 

RECYCLING DAY
Please have a student from your class bring down and empty the Blue (Cans/Bottles) bin. The Big Blue recycling bins will be located in front of the Caretakers Office.
Please remind your student to dump the recycling into the bin  and not leave it in front of our office. Please place your grey bin outside your classroom door to be collected throughout the day.

LIBRARY
Book Club meets in the library at lunch today. It is important that all members attend for our Year Book picture.

STUDENT COUNCIL EGG HUNT
Hey Spartans, your student council has hidden 10 plastic surprise eggs around the main floor of the school today! We will be hiding eggs for lucky students to find all week, with a special prize on Wednesday.  If you find any eggs you can keep what is inside of them! We do ask that you return the empty plastic eggs to the basket in the office. Have fun hunting!

ART CLUB
Art Club is running today after school in room 1073. This year’s Westlane Art Showcase will be taking place on Wednesday, May 8th after school! If you are interested in putting your art into the show, please fill out the google form linked on instagram -  @westlane_arts. The deadline to submit your art is on April 24th! For more information, see Mrs. Dunn in the art room. You do not need to be a current art student to participate! All entries are welcome.

MULTICULTURAL EVENT
This is a very very important announcement for anyone involved in Westlane's Multicultural event: There is a mandatory meeting tomorrow at lunch in room 1110. You must attend this meeting if you are planning on being involved in the event. See Ms. Berger, Ms. Irandost, or Mrs. Marshall for more information. Attendance is necessary to confirm your involvement for next week. 

MUSIC
Jazz band is today at lunch.

FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 2024

THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2024

ECLIPSE GLASSES
We are asking if you can donate your Eclipse glasses to Astronomers Without Borders – for students in developing countries to use.  We have a box in the main office for deposit, or give you any of your teachers.  Thank you everyone.

VOLUNTEER HOURS
Heartland Forest is looking for student volunteers to help prepare craft materials for their children's programs. There are timeslots available Tuesday and Thursday after school as well as Saturday 's starting now until the end of May. If you are interested in the opportunity, please find more details on Google Classroom and register through the link provided. Grad's this is a great opportunity to earn your final hours. 

SIP & STUDY
There will be Sip and Study in the Library today from 2:30 to 4:00, we will be offering a productive study environment, homework help along with free juice! See you there!

SPARTAN SHOWCASE
Our “Spartan Showcase” talent show is fast approaching. It will be held at our upcoming assembly on Wednesday April 17th. Be sure to sign up using our QR codes on yellow posters around the school before Wednesday April 10th. We can’t wait to see your talents shine!

MULTICULTURAL EVENT
This announcement is for all students who have signed-up to participate in the Multicultural event on April 24th: The art room is available at lunch today.  Please stop by in order to create anything needed for your table. See Ms. Berger or Mrs. Marshall with any questions or for more information. 

MYAC
Calling all innovators!  MYAC is hosting a MYAC’s Den on April 24^th, a youth-led entrepreneurial event where you get the opportunity to share your business innovations and ideas.  Receive professional feedback from their panel of judges, and the chance to win valuable prizes, including a confirmed spot in Summer Company.  If interested, visit the MYAC Instagram.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 2024

SIP & STUDY
There will be Sip and Study in the Library today from 2:30 to 4:00, we will be offering a productive study environment, homework help along with free juice! See you there!

MULTICULTURAL EVENT
This announcement is for all students who have signed-up to participate in the Multicultural event on April 24th: The art room is available at lunch and after school today. It is also available at lunch tomorrow. Please stop by during one of these times in order to create anything needed for your table. See Ms. Berger or Mrs. Marshall with any questions or for more information. 

ULTIMATE FRISEBEE
There is a Spartan Ultimate tryout today on the field at 2:45.  Come tryout for the only co-ed sport of the year....all grades welcome.  Bring cleats if you have them. Come see Bonazza in 2021 if you can't attend tomorrow's tryout. 

SUMMER JOB
The Niagara Regional Police have opened applications for positions for a summer paid internship. If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the program links posted in Google Classroom. Deadline is April 19 & it is a lengthy application.

GIRLS’ SLO-PITCH
There will be a girls’ slo-pitch meeting tomorrow at lunch in room 1077 (across from the library).  If you cannot make it please let, Mrs. Bokma, Mrs. Miller or Mr. Cam know.

MUSIC
Karaoke Club is today at lunch.
Jazz Band is Thursday at lunch.

TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2024 

VOLUNTEER HOURS
Heartland Forest is looking for student volunteers to help prepare craft materials for their children's programs. There are timeslots available Tuesday and Thursday after school as well as Saturday 's starting now until the end of May. If you are interested in the opportunity, please find more details on Google Classroom and register through the link provided. Grad's this is a great opportunity to earn your final hours. 

YEARBOOK
Spartans, your yearbook for the 2023 / 2024 school year is now available for pre-order. The yearbook costs $50 and can be purchased via cash online. If you have any questions, see Mr. Ricci or go to the main office for information. 

MUSIC
Jazz Band is today at lunch.  Attendance is mandatory.  EFN is soon!

SIP & STUDY
There will be Sip and Study in the Library today from 2:30 to 4:00, we will be offering a productive study environment, homework help along with free juice! See you there!

SOCCER INTRAMURALS
Soccer Intramurals start this week! Please check the gym doors for the schedule. Games will run today, tomorrow and finals will be on Thursday. Make sure you arrive on time or your team will be eliminate for the tournament! Good Luck!

GIRLS’ SOCCER
If you are interested in playing varsity girls soccer, there is a MANDATORY and FINAL meeting TOMORROW at lunch in room 2024. Please see Mrs. Sattin or Mrs. Mahler if you are unable to attend.

DEBATE CLUB
Debate club will be held today at lunch in room 2024! See you there.

DODGEBALL INTRAMURALS
Hello Spartan Nation! We are hosting dodgeball intramurals next week, April 15-19. The games will be in the main gym at lunch!
Sign up sheets are posted on the main gym doors until Thursday April 11th. Sign up while spots last! Be at the top of your game and come conquer the main gym. 

SPARTAN SHOWCASE
Our “Spartan Showcase” talent show is fast approaching. It will be held at our upcoming assembly on Wednesday April 17th. Be sure to sign up using our QR codes on yellow posters around the school before Wednesday April 10th. We can’t wait to see your talents shine!

MULTICULTURAL EVENT
This announcement is for all students who have signed-up to participate in the Multicultural event on April 24th: The art room is available at lunch today as well as tomorrow and Thursday. It is also available after school on Wednesday. Please stop by during one of these times to create anything needed for your table. See Ms. Berger or Mrs. Marshall with any questions or for more information. 

REACH CLUB
Reach club. Come out to reach club today at lunch in room 2029 to expand your worldly knowledge! 

RECYCLE DAY
Please have a student from your class bring down and empty the Blue (Cans/Bottles) bin. The Big Blue recycling bins will be located in front of the Caretakers Office. Please remind your student to dump the recycling into the bin and not leave it in front of our office. Please place your grey bin outside your classroom door to be collected throughout the day.

ULTIMATE FRISEBEE
There is a Spartan Ultimate tryout tomorrow on the field at 2:45. Come tryout for the only co-ed sport of the year....all grades welcome.  Bring cleats if you have them.  Come see Bonazza in 2021 if you can't attend tomorrow's tryout. 

MYAC
Calling all innovators!  MYAC is hosting a MYAC’s Den on April 24^th, a youth-led entrepreneurial event where you get the opportunity to share your business innovations and ideas.  Receive professional feedback from their panel of judges, and the chance to win valuable prizes, including a confirmed spot in Summer Company.  If interested, visit the MYAC Instagram.

MONDAY, APRIL 8 IS A PD DAY.  Please make sure to wear approved glasses if viewing the eclipse.  Stay safe.



FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 2024

SPARTAN SHOWCASE
Our “Spartan Showcase” talent show is fast approaching. It will be held at our upcoming assembly on Wednesday April 17th. Be sure to sign up using our QR codes on yellow posters around the school before Wednesday April 10th. We can’t wait to see your talents shine!

INTRAMURAL SOCCER
Schedule is posted today at lunch.  Intramurals will run from the 9^th – 12^th.

VOLUNTEER HOURS
Heartland Forest is looking for student volunteers to help prepare craft materials for their children's programs. There are timeslots available Tuesday and Thursday after school as well as Saturday 's starting now until the end of May. If you are interested in the opportunity, please find more details on Google Classroom and register through the link provided. Grad's this is a great opportunity to earn your final hours. 

TALENT SHOW
Spartans will...SHOW UP FOR OTHERS! The April Assembly is April 17th, sign-up to showcase your talent! Can you sing, dance, act, play an instrument, tell jokes, etc.? We can't wait to see what our Spartacular students can do! Scan the QR Code on the yellow and white posters throughout the hallways. Don't delay, sign-up today! 

ATHLETIC TRANSERS
If you have attended another high school before attending Westlane, and you would like to participate in Spring Sports such as Badminton, Soccer, Ultimate, Baseball, Slo-pitch, or Track & Field you MUST complete an OFSAA Athletic Transfer Form. The FINAL deadline for applications is Wednesday, April 10. Please see Ms. Devereux or Mr. Coull in the Phys-ed Office to get your application started.

THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2024

SPARTAN SHOWCASE
Our “Spartan Showcase” talent show is fast approaching. It will be held at our upcoming assembly on Wednesday April 17th. Be sure to sign up using our QR codes on yellow posters around the school before Wednesday April 10th. We can’t wait to see your talents shine!

INTRAMURAL SOCCER
Do you want to play soccer intramurals?  If so sign up sheets are on the main gym doors and outside the Phys. Ed office.  There are 4 people per team and today is the last day to sign up.  Schedule will be posted at lunch on the 5^th.  Intramurals will run from the 9^th – 12^th.

DIVERSITY CLUB
If you signed up for the Multicultural Event on April 24th, please stop by room 1110 during lunch today just for a minute or two. We'd like to get a quick picture of participating students. Also, we'd like to double-check participant names and activities. Again, you're just popping in for a minute or two. See you today sometime during lunch. 

AIRPODS RAFFLE
Are you interested in winning a pair of AirPods? This week until Thursday student council will be selling raffle tickets for one dollar each in the foyer during lunch, to win a pair of your very own Airpod pros! The winner of the raffle will be announced tomorrow.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2024

ART CLUB
Art club is meeting today after school in room 1073!

MUSIC
Karaoke is today at lunch.  Jazz band is Thursday at lunch.

SPARTAN SHOWCASE
Our “Spartan Showcase” talent show is fast approaching. It will be held at our upcoming assembly on Wednesday April 17th. Be sure to sign up using our QR codes on yellow posters around the school before Wednesday April 10th. We can’t wait to see your talents shine!

INTRAMURAL SOCCER
Do you want to play soccer intramurals?  If so, sign up sheets are on the main gym doors and outside the Phys. Ed office.  There are 4 people per team and the last day to sign up is April 4^th.  Schedule will be posted at lunch on the 5^th.  Intramurals will run from the 9^th – 12^th.

INTRAMURAL BADMINTON
Badminton intramurals will be running today during lunch in the gym. Anyone who has signed up for boys or girls’ doubles, as well as mixed doubles will be playing today.

GIRLS' SOCCER 
Mandatory girls’ soccer meeting today at the beginning of lunch in room 2024. See Mrs. Sattin or Mrs. Mahler if you cannot attend. 

AIRPODS RAFFLE
Are you interested in winning a pair of AirPods? This week until Thursday student council will be selling raffle tickets for one dollar each in the foyer during lunch, to win a pair of your very own Airpod pros! The winner of the raffle will be announced on the 4th.

VOLUNTEER HOURS
Heartland Forest is looking for student volunteers to help prepare craft materials for their children's programs. There are timeslots available Tuesday and Thursday after school as well as Saturday 's starting now until the end of May. If you are interested in the opportunity, please find more details on Google Classroom and register through the link provided. Grad's this is a great opportunity to earn your final hours. 

DIVERSITY CLUB
If you signed up for the Multicultural Event on April 24th, please stop by room 1110 during lunch tomorrow just for a minute or two. We'd like to get a quick picture of participating students. Also, we'd like to double-check participant names and activities. Again, you're just popping in for a minute or two. See you Thursday at lunch. 

TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2024

RECYCLING DAY
Please have a student from your class bring down and empty the Blue (Cans/Bottles) bin. The Big Blue recycling bins will be located in front of the Caretakers Office. Please remind your student to dump the recycling into the bin and not leave it in front of our office.  Please place your grey bin outside your classroom door to be collected throughout the day.

WESTLANE RINGETTE
Please excuse members of the ringette team at 2:15 today for their practice.

INTRAMURAL BADMINTON
Badminton intramurals will be running today during lunch in the gym. Anyone who has signed up for boys’ and girls’ singles will be playing today.

FAKE ECLIPSE GLASSES
Be warned that there are fake eclipse glasses out there.
Come see any Westlane TECH teacher for a demonstration to tell if you have a fake pair.
Fake glasses are NOT safe to view the eclipse with.

HAVE A GREAT LONG WEEKEND.
WE'LL SEE YOU ALL BACK ON TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2024