Did you know a student’s success in 9th grade is one of the top predictors of overall high school success? We do! That’s why when we welcome the Class of 2029 to the W.F. West High School halls this fall, we will offer a robust support system to help you and your student start the four-year journey of high school on the right foot.
Get to Know 9th Grade
School: W.F. West High School
Hours: 7:40 a.m. to 2:10 p.m. or 7:40 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. on Wednesday PAWS days
Mascot: Bearcat
Colors: Crimson & Gray
Administrators: Principal Regina Carr, Assistant Principal/CTE Director Donnie Bunker, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director Tommy Elder and Assistant Principal Christine Voelker
Meals: Unless your family has applied for and been accepted for free or reduced lunch prices, all W.F. West students pay full price for meals. Students will not be denied a meal due to lack of funds, but their student account will be charged.
Fees: A complete list of recommended school supplies as well as academic fees for W.F. West High School can be found at this link.
Mark Your Calendar:
Freshman Stay On Campus: W.F. West is a closed campus for Freshman and Sophomores, meaning you cannot leave campus during the day without a parent signing you out
Attendance: If your student is going to be absent, you can notify the school by sending an emal to wfwattendance@chehalisschools.org or through the “Attendance” tab on Skyward Family Access
Stay Informed with Skyward: Skyward Family Access is the tool our district uses to store family and student data. When your student reaches high school, Skyward becomes a tool that allows you to help your student navigate their transition to 9th grade, the road toward graduation and beyond. For example, you can view your student’s:
In addition, through Skyward Family Access you can also set yourself up to receive emailed updates on your student:
If your student will ride the bus:
If you plan to drive your student: