Class of 2010 Fundraiser (posted 04/29/2008)
The class of 2010 Gianni Pizza and Dessert Fundraiser is complete.
Delivery will be April 30, 2008. Students will receive orders during period 4.
Please make arrangements to transport food home and enjoy! Thank you for supporting the Class of 2010.
Class Meeting (posted 04/26/2008)
The Class of 2010 Ring meeting is Tuesday, April 29 at 8:30am in the cafeteria.
Class of 2010 Fundraiser (posted 04/08/2008)
The class of 2010 will hold a Gianni Pizza and Dessert Fundraiser from April 8, 2008 to April 18, 2008.
All orders and money or due to Mrs. Martinez or Ms. Mikula by April 18th.
Order some great food and support the class of 2010. Delivery will be April 30, 2008.
Presentation For Parents (posted 03/14/2008)
Western Tech will host a guest speaker, discussing "Parents Matter Most: Talk to Your Teen About Sex"
on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
Click here for more information.
Due to this, the PTSA will meet the following evening, April 8, at 7:00 in the Activity Room.
Science Fair (posted 02/06/2008)
Mark your calenders!!!
Western School of Technology and Environmental Science will be hosting an exciting evening of hands on science fun!!!
The Western Science Expo will be held March 18, 2008 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm.
Download the Science Expo flier here.
NHS Meeting (posted 04/08/2008)
NHS Meeting was changed to Wednesday April 9, 2008 at 9:00am.
Career Fair (posted 04/01/2008)
The annual Career Fair will be held on Thursday April 10, 2008.
All Juniors will be expected to participate in this event during periods 2 and 3.
Students should be dressed professionally and their career portfolios should be well organized and attractive.
THE MOST EXCITING EVENT OF THE YEAR IS ALMOST HERE!! (posted 3/12/2008)
Western School of Technology and Environmental Science
will be hosting an exciting evening of hands on science fun!!!
The Western Science Expo will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2008 from
5:00pm to 7:00pm
PTSA Fundraiser (posted 3/14/2008)
The PTSA needs your help! We have fallen short of our
fundraising goal this year.
Please click here to read about our programs and what you can do to assist us.
Junior Class Dues Collection! (posted 3/10/2008)
This Is It! The Junior Class will be collecting dues all week on each lunch shift.
Class of 2009 pay your dues!
College Fair (posted 3/10/2008)
Local College Fair:6 to 8 pm
March 12: CCBC Essex, D Building
March 13: CCBC Catonsville, L Building
Showcases more than 100 universities and colleges from the mid-Atlantic
region. Information sessions will focus on financial aid and tips for
choosing the right college. Free and open to the public.
For additional information call 410-455-4394.
WJZ's Black History Oratory Contest (posted 2/25/08/01/2008)
Congratulations Arielle! As part of WJZ's Continuing Community Commitment,
high schoolers from across our area came together
Sunday to showcase their many talents.
20 semi-finalists participated in WJZ's Black History Oratory Contest,
which was hosted by Kai Jackson.
Arielle H., a junior at Western School of Technology and Environmental Science,
was the 3rd place winner.
Scholars' Reception (posted 03/01/2008)
The Scholars' Reception for students who performed exceptionally well in
the Second Quarter will be on Thursday March 6, 2008 in the Cafeteria.
Winter Sports Banquet (posted 03/01/2008)
The Winter Sports Banquet will be held on Monday March 10, 2008 at the
Town and Country Banquet Hall.
AP Test Registration (posted 2/24/2008)
Registration for Advanced Placement Exams must be completed by February 29, 2008.
The following is a list of important steps and deadlines in the registration procsess:
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A non-refundable total fee of $84 will be charged for each AP exam.
Please make checks out to Western School of Technology.
A fee reduction per exam is available for students with acute financial need.
Students who are on free or reduced lunch or who receive state medical
assistance should see Ms. Tavernia in the Guidance Office.
These waivers are available on a first come first serve basis.
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A non-refundable deposit of $42 per exam is due on February 29th with the
Registration Form. The remaining balance of $42 per exam is due
on March 14th.
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Students need to complete the registration form and return it to
Ms. Tavernia by February 29th. The registration form must include
a non-refundable $42 deposit for each AP exam.
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Any questions concerning registering for the AP exams should be directed to
Ms Tavernia in the guidance office at 410-887-0842 or at
atavernia@bcps.org.
Class of 2009 (posted 01/23/2008)
Junior Class Dues will be collected at all lunch shifts this week. Dues are $40.00
Teacher Appreciation Breakfast (posted 01/23/2008)
The Teacher Appreciation Breakfast will be held on Monday January 28, 2008.
Yearbook Sales - Final Days (posted 1/04/08)
The final deadline to purchase yearbooks is January 31, 2008.
The books cost $62 and students can see Mr. Nowotnik for a sales flier or go to
www.yearbooksonsale.com to buy one.
Work-Study and Internship Application Deadline (posted 1/07/08)
The deadline to submit Work-Study and Internship Applications has changed.
All applications must be submitted to Chef Green by February 8, 2008
PSAT/AP Info Night (posted 02/05/2008)
The PSAT/AP info night will be held Thursday, February 21, 2008 from 6pm to 8pm. Parents and students are invited to attend.
Information about Advanced Placement Exams along with the SAT and PSAT will be discussed.
(This event was rescheduled from January)
Mid-Term and Final Exams (posted 1/07/08)
Mid-term and Final Exams are scheduled as follows:
Thursday, January 17 -- Periods A1 and A2 Exams
Friday, January 18 -- Periods B1 and B2 Exams
Tuesday, January 22 -- Periods A3 and A4 Exams
Wednesday, January 23 -- Period B3 and B4 Exams
Thursday, January 24 -- A Day Makeup Exams
Friday, January 25 -- B Day Makeup Exams
High School Musical (posted 1/11/08)
Come see "Once Apon A Matress"
Performances are Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 7:30 pm , Friday, January 25, 2008 at 7:30 pm ,
and Saturday, January 26, 2008 at 2:00 pm
Tickets will go on sale beginning Monday, January 14, 2008
Coaching Position (posted 1/04/08)
Western is looking to hire a Girls Varsity Lacrosse Head Coach for
this spring. All interested candidates should contact Mike McEwan.(mmcewan@bcps.org)
Spirit Wear Sale (posted 1/09/08)
Spirit Wear will be on sale during lunch on Wednesday, January 16th.
See the new fall and winter items!
HSA Testing (posted 1/04/08)
High School Assesment Exams will be administered to selected students during the next two weeks.
Exams are scheduled as follows: Monday - HSA Government,
Tuesday - HSA English, Wednesday - HSA Biology,
and Friday - HSA Algebra.
PTSA Fundraiser (posted 12/17/2007)
Fundraiser orders will be available for pickup in the gym lobby on
Wednesday, Dec 19 from 5:00-6:00 . Thanks for your patience!
Comcast Parent Involvement Matters Award (posted 12/14/2007)
Comcast and MSDE will recognize and honor a parents commitment
and involvement to make a significant and positive impact on public education.
If you know a special parent who qualifies for this award, please nominate them.
Click here for more details.
The PTA encourages you to visit the Maryland State Department of Education web site at
www.marylandpublicschools.org , the In Focus section, to download an application. Applications are due January 23, 2008.
Holiday Performances (posted 12/12/2007)
Western musicians to perform twice this week.
The Marching Band nad Showstoppers will perform at the Jingle Bell Celebration.
The Winter Choir-Band Concert will be at CCBC.
Click here for details.
LAST-MINUTE HOLIDAY SHOPPING (posted 12/12/2007)
Still need holiday gift ideas?
Spirit Wear will be on sale during lunch on Wednesday, December 18th.
Financial Aid Night (posted 12/07/07)
The Financial Aid Night will be held in the Cafeteria on Thursday December 13, 2007 in the Cafeteria.
NHS Induction Ceremony (posted 12/03/07)
The NHS Induction Ceremony will be held on Thursday December 6, 2007 at 6:00pm.
Scholars' Reception (posted 12/03/07)
Scholars' Reception for students with exceptional grades from the First Quarter will
be held on Thursday December 6, 2007.
Junior Parent Night (posted 11/06/2007)
A reminder to parents of 11th grade students --Junior Class Night is Thursday, November
8th at 7:00 at Western.
National Archery in the Schools Program (posted 11/05/2007)
Western has been named the Baltimore County representative for the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP).
NASP is a joint venture between state departments of education and wildlife. The program promotes student education and participation in the life long sport of archery.
Western has an archery club team that meets and shoots two days a week after school.
As of October 25th, the Wolverine archery team has qualified for the state tournament to be held in the spring of 2008! Leading scorers at this time are Evan V. and Jennifer P.
2007 Fall Sports Awards Banquet (posted 10/30/2007)
This event, which runs over two days: Monday, November 19 and Tuesday, November 20, gives Western a chance to recognize the achievements of our
student athletes and applaud those long hours on the field and on the court.
Tickets will be available in the cafeteria during each lunch shift from November 6th - November 15th at the cost of $14.00 per ticket.
For more information, click here to download a copy of the letter received by athletes .
HSA Results Reported - Western Scores Are Impressive (posted 09/12/2007)
Baltimore County released school-by-school results earlier this month for the Class of 2009 - the
first group of students that must pass the statewide High School Assessments in algebra, English,
biology and government to receive a diploma. Students in the Class of 2009 at Western School of Technology and Environmental Science scored high.
Of the students that were tested, more than 91 percent passed all four tests.
See the results as reported by The Baltimore Sun .
PTSA Fundraiser Is Ending (posted 10/31/2007)
The PTSA Home Interior Fundraiser ends November 17th. Students must submit orders by Friday, November 16, 2007.
Absolutely no late orders will be accepted.
College Visit (posted 11/21/2007)
The Western PTSA would like to make parents and students aware of a college tour offered by the PTSA of New Town High School.
Check out the 2008 Mid-Atlantic College Tour flyer on the PTSA page.
OPEN HOUSE (posted 10/30/2007)
Western will hold our annual open house on Thursday, November 1, 2007 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.
Parents and perspective students are invited to visit the school and check out the many programs offered.
Senior Portraits (posted 10/08/2007)
Class of 2008 - Senior Portraits will be taken at Western on October 22nd and 23rd.
Car Pics (posted 10/08/2007)
Attention all Western drivers - To have your vehicle photographed for the yearbook, you must submit completed blue forms to Mr. Nowotnik and the yearbook staff by Thursday, October 25, 2007.
Spring Band Concert--Tuesday, May 15 at 7:30 (posted 05/08/2007)
In Building Q (Humanities Building) at CCBC
After-Prom Party (posted 04/27/2007)
After-Prom Party tickets will be on sale in the cafeteria from Monday, April 30th through Friday, May 11th. The sale hours are 7:00-7:30am and 10:30-11:30am. Only seniors with a valid Student ID are eligible to buy these tickets, which cost $10 each or $15 for a couple.
Western Recognized for Achievement (posted 06/07/2007)
BCPS recently recognized Western for Significant Achievement in the H.S.A. Student Proficiency Rates for 2005-2006.
The Maryland State Board of Education recognized Western for Outstanding Performance on the 2006 Maryland School Assessments.
Summer Reading (posted 05/08/2007)
The new Summer Reading List has been posted.
Seniors - Class of 2008 (posted 09/20/2007)
Order your class T-shirts. Shirts will have a different design and layout this year. The deadline for shirt money is Tuesday, September 25th.
Spirit Wear (posted 10/22/2007)
The Booster Club will be selling Spirit Wear during lunch on Wednesday, October 24.
Ring Ceremony (posted 10/22/2007)
The Class of 2009 will it's Ring Ceremony on Thursday, October 25, 2007 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Keep The Drive (posted 10/18/2007)
Agnes V. a student at Western School of Technology was chosen to help lead Keep the Drive,
a national teen-to-teen smart driving movement to reduce the number of teens killed or injured in motor vehicle crashes.
Keep the Drive is a project of the Allstate Foundation Teen Driving Program.
Agnes and 44 other teens from throughout the nation attended the third annual Keep the Drive U.S.A. summit in Chicago.
Booster Club Meeting (posted 09/17/2007)
The Booster Club meeting wil be held on Wednesday, September 19th at 6:00pm in the Gym entrance.