Daily Announcements Wednesday, October 21st Day 37 Today’s Activities: JH wrestling will start practice on Thursday this week. If you are interested please stop in the office.Coach Greco and Coach Lockard will be having a pre-season meeting with the HS boys interested in playing basketball this season. The meeting has been changed to Friday after school in... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, October 20th Day 36 Today’s Activities: JH wrestling will start practice on Thursday this week. If you are interested please stop in the office. Coach Greco and Coach Lockard will be having a pre-season meeting with the HS boys interested in playing basketball this season. The meeting will be Thursday right after school in the... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Monday, October 19th Day 35 Today’s Activities: VB vs Don Bosco 7pm Tonight’s volleyball game admission will be $6. All post season games are $6 for ALL KG-senior citizen attendees. JH wrestling will start practice on Thursday this week. If you are interested please stop in the office. Coach Greco and Coach Lockard will be having a... READ MORE >
Please read the following Regional Game Activity Guide if you plan on attending tonight's volleyball contest between West Central and Don Bosco. READ MORE >
Monday night's board meeting has been moved up to 5:00 p.m. to accommodate for the volleyball game. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Friday, October 16th Day 33 Today’s Activities: FB @ Gladbrook-Reinbeck 7pm JH volleyball girls please turn in your uniforms to the office by the end day. Conference Cross Country results from the Conference meet last night: The girls varsity team, which includes WC's Annika Kent-Thomas and Juliana Droll, were Conference Champions... READ MORE >
FRIDAY NIGHT Football vs Don Bosco 7 pm READ MORE >
Football Friday Night READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Thursday, October 15th Day 32 Today’s Activities: VB vs Clayton Ridge 5:30pm HS CC (Starmont) Conference Meet 4:15pm - dismiss at 2:45, leaving at 3pm FRIDAY: FB @ Gladbrook-Reinbeck 7pm Come support the Cross Country team on TONIGHT @ Starmont for the Conference Meet. Racing will begin at 4:15. The varsity girls team is currently... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Wednesday, October 14th Day 31 Today’s Activities: THURSDAY: VB vs Clayton Ridge 5:30pm HS CC (Starmont) Conference Meet 4:15pm - dismiss at 2:45, leaving at 3pm FRIDAY: FB @ Gladbrook-Reinbeck 7pm Come support the Cross Country team on Thursday @ Starmont for the Conference Meet. Racing will begin at 4:15. The varsity girls team is... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, October 13th Day 30 Today’s Activities: JH VB vs Turkey Valley 4:15pm; VB vs NFV 5:30 THURSDAY: VB vs Clayton Ridge 5:30pm HS CC (Starmont) Conference Meet 4:15pm - dismiss at 2:45, leaving at 3pm FRIDAY: FB @ Gladbrook-Reinbeck 7pm Come support the Cross Country team on Thursday @ Starmont for the Conference Meet. Racing... READ MORE >
Volleyball and football action this week! READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Monday, October 12th Day 29 Today’s Activities: JH/JV FB @ Central 4:15/6pm - leaving at 3:15, dismissing at 3pm TUESDAY: JH VB vs Turkey Valley 4:15pm ; VB vs NFV 5:30 THURSDAY: VB vs Clayton Ridge 5:30pm HS CC (Starmont) Conference Meet 4:15pm FRIDAY: FB @ Gladbrook-Reinbeck 7pm Come support the Cross Country team on Thursday @... READ MORE >
Pink Out Volleyball Game Tuesday, 13Oct20! The West Central Blue Devils Volleyball team will host a "Pink-Out" night serving up support for breast cancer awareness! October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month all attendees are encouraged to wear pink to the game to show their support. Come and Cheer on our Lady Blue Devils as they take on the NFV... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Thursday, October 8th Day 28 Today’s Activities: Parent/Teacher Conferences JH VB vs N-P 4:15pm FRIDAY: NO SCHOOL FB @ Central City 7pm - leaving at 4:15pm Spring college classes are on the NICC web site. Mr. Milder will begin registering current students next Monday. Any football player that is missing their white jersey, contact... READ MORE >
Volley for A Cure - Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser The West Central Booster Club is partnering up with the Blue Devil’s Volleyball Team to hold a Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser on Tuesday, Oct 13, 2020. The fundraising event will be held during the volleyball game when the West Central Blue Devil team faces NFV on the volleyball court.... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Wednesday, October 7th Day 27 Today’s Activities: THURSDAY: Parent/Teacher Conferences JH VB vs N-P 4:15pm FRIDAY: NO SCHOOL FB @ Central City 7pm - leaving at 4:15pm Spring college classes are on the NICC web site. Mr. Milder will begin registering current students next Monday. Any football player that is missing theirwhite... READ MORE >
Parent Teacher Conferences will be done virtually this year through Zoom. Conferences have been scheduled. Elementary students should have brought home information about their conference. For junior high and high school conferences that were requested, times will have gone out in the mail. Zoom links for teachers can be found here. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, October 6th Day 26 Today’s Activities: Parent/Teacher Conferences VB @ MFL/MM 5:30pm - leaving at 3:45 JH/HS CC @ Dike 4pm - dismiss at 1, leaving at 1:15 THURSDAY: Parent/Teacher Conferences JH VB vs N-P 4:15pm FRIDAY: NO SCHOOL FB @ Central City 7pm - leaving at 4:15pm The High School Cross Country team ran on... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Monday, October 5th Day 25 Today’s Activities: JV FB vs Turkey Valley 4:15pm VB @ Central 5:30pm - leaving at 4:15 JH FB vs Central City 6pm TUESDAY: Parent/Teacher Conferences VB @ MFL/MM 5:30pm - leaving at 3:45 JH/HS CC @ Dike 4pm - dismiss at 1, leaving at 1:15 THURSDAY: Parent/Teacher Conferences JH VB vs N-P... READ MORE >
Tonight's football games are as follows:JV @ 4:15 vs Turkey Valley with junior high football following vs Central City READ MORE >
Friday Night Football READ MORE >
The High School Cross Country team ran on Saturday against some of the highest ranked class 3A and 4A schools in the state at Wartburg. Most of our runners ran either a season best or lifetime best time. The biggest highlight of the day was Charlie Sieck setting a new West Central School Record time, finishing his 5k race (which is 3.1 miles) in 17 minutes and 18... READ MORE >
Parent Teacher Conferences will be done virtually this year through Zoom. Conferences have been scheduled. Elementary students should have brought home information about their conference. For junior high and high school conferences that were requested, times will have gone out in the mail. Zoom links for teachers can be found here. READ MORE >
REMINDERWest Central Volley for a Cure shirts are on sale thru the on-line store until Sunday, Oct 04, 2020 (11:59pm CDT) West Central Volley for a Cure shirts are on sale thru the on-line store until Sunday, Oct 04, 2020 (11:59pm CDT). Shirt orders are open to family, friends and Blue Devil spectators. Volley for a Cure t-shirts will be worn at the WC vs. NFV... READ MORE >
Reminder that WC Homecoming activities will be outside tomorrow, so dress accordingly and warmly! Go Big Blue!! READ MORE >
Calling All Blue Devil Volleyball Fans West Central Volley for a Cure shirts are on sale thru the on-line store until Sunday, Oct 04, 2020 (11:59pm CDT). Shirt orders are open to family, friends and Blue Devil spectators. Volley for a Cure t-shirts will be worn at the WC vs. NFV game being hosted on Tuesday, Oct 13, 2020! Please share!!! Order thru the... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Wednesday, September 30th Day 22 Today’s Activities: THURSDAY: JH VB vs So Winn 4:15pm VB vs Postville 5:30pm FRIDAY: Homecoming - FB vs Riceville 7pm Congratulations to Dan McDonough and Bryleigh Rouse on becoming West Central’s 2020 Homecoming King and Queen. We are off to a great start to the Homecoming week’s activities. But... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, September 29th Day 21 Today’s Activities: VB @ Kee 5:30 - leaving at 3:15pm - dismiss at 3:05; JH/HS CC @ Jesup 4pm - leaving at 2:10 - dismiss at end of 7th hour THURSDAY: JH VB vs So Winn 4:15pm VB vs Postville 5:30pm FRIDAY: Homecoming - FB vs Riceville 7pm Congratulations to Dan McDonough and Bryleigh Rouse on becoming... READ MORE >
There is a Junior High and High School Cross Country meet at Jesup on Tuesday starting at 4. If you see any of our cross country athletes throughout the day, wish them well! Charlie Sieck, Evan Recker , Collin Droll, Juliana Droll and Annika Kent-Thomas run for the high school. Grace Recker, Abby Sieck, Kelly Donat, and Wyatt Nelson run for the junior high. ... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Monday, September 28th Day 20 Today’s Activities: JH/JV FB vs Clarksville 4:15/6pm; JH VB vs NFV 4:15pm TUESDAY:VB @ Kee 5:30 - leaving at 3:15pm - dismiss at 3:05; JH/HS CC @ Jesup THURSDAY:JH VB vs So Winn 4:15pm VB vs Postville 5:30pm FRIDAY: Homecoming - FB vs Riceville 7pm Congratulations to Dan McDonough and Bryleigh Rouse on... READ MORE >
Students in grades K-8 will be selling Scratch Cupcakes from Sept 28-0ct 14. Expected delivery date is Nov. 5. Proceeds will go towards the NICE program & JH fund. Click here for flavors available. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Friday, September 25th Day 19 Today’s Activities: FB @ Central 7pm - leaving at 5pm A silent football jersey auction is now in progress and will end on Monday, September 28th at 8am. All bids will be paid for on the 28th. Winners will have use of the jersey during Homecoming Week including Jersey Night October 1st. READ MORE >
Parent Teacher Conferences will be done virtually this year through Zoom. Conferences have been scheduled. Elementary students should have brought home information about their conference. For junior high and high school conferences that were requested, times will have gone out in the mail. Zoom links will be emailed to the parents by the teachers. READ MORE >
Here's the latest bids (7:15 am) for the Jersey Silent Auction. Bidding ends Monday.Jersey Bidder Bid #10 Carysa $20 #11 Kylee $20 #12 Marissa $20 #16 Eitel $15 #18 Molyneux $20 #19 Chloe $15 #20 Isabelle $30 #21 Sidney $35 #22 Faith $25 #24 Cydara $15 #26 Octavia $25 #34 Delaney $15 #35 Amyah $20 #45 Aaliyah ... READ MORE >
Last call for VB shirt orders. Order online at https://www.justforyouimprints.com/west-central-volleyball until Sept. 27th. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Thursday, September 23rd Day 18 Today’s Activities: **JH VB @ Dunkerton 4:15pm - leaving at 3:15, dismissing at 3:05 FRIDAY: FB @ Central 7pm - leaving at 5pm A silent football jersey auction will begin on Thursday, September 24th at noon and ends on Monday, September 28th at 8am. All bids will be paid for on the 28th. Winners will... READ MORE >
If you can't make the game Friday night, listen to Dan Stasi on www.thebluedevilcast.com. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Wednesday, September 23rd Day 17 Today’s Activities: THURSDAY: **JH VB @ Dunkerton 4:15pm - leaving at 3:15, dismissing at 3:05 FRIDAY: FB @ Central 7pm - leaving at 5pm A silent football jersey auction will begin on Thursday, September 24th at noon and ends on Monday, September 28th at 8am. All bids will be paid for on the 28th.... READ MORE >
The varsity boys cross country team had two medalists last night, including our own Charlie Sieck finishing in 7th place.The varsity girls had five medalists finishing in the top 20, including WC's Annika Kent-Thomas (18th) and Juliana Droll (16th).Other high school highlights included Collin Droll and Evan Recker both running career best times.Great performances... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, September 22nd Day 16 Today’s Activities: **SCHOOL PICTURES **JH VB @ Clarksville 4:15pm - leaving at 3pm, dismissing at end of 8th hour **VB @ Turkey Valley 5:30pm - leaving at 4:15pm **JH/HS CC @ Waukon 4pm - leaving at 1:30, dismissing at 1:15 THURSDAY: **JH VB @ Dunkerton 4:15pm - leaving at 3:15, dismissing at... READ MORE >
There is no JV football today vs Kee High. The junior high will still play. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Monday, September 21st Day 15 Today’s Activities: **JH FB @ Kee 4:15pm - leaving at 2:15, dismissing at end of 7th hour (NO JV game) TUESDAY: **SCHOOL PICTURES **JH VB @ Clarksville 4:15pm - leaving at 3pm, dismissing at end of 8th hour **VB @ Turkey Valley 5:30pm - leaving at 4:15pm **JH/HS CC @ Waukon 4pm - leaving at... READ MORE >
Orders are due by Tuesday September 22. Make checks payable to Rivals, Inc. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Friday, September 18th Day 14 Today’s Activities: JV/V FB @ Midland 5:30/7pm - dismiss after 8th hour, leaving at 3pm Another order of football shirts will be placed. Please have your orders in the office by TODAY noon. ALL JH/HS students must use the main doors to enter and exit the building. Today at the end of 8th hour 8-12... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Thursday, September 17th Day 13 Today’s Activities: VB vs So Winn 5:30 JH VB @ NFV 4:15 - dismiss at 3:05 - leaving at 3:15 (load in the back) FRIDAY: JV/V FB @ Midland 5:30/7pm - dismiss after 8th hour, leaving at 3pm Another order of football shirts will be placed. Please have your orders in the office by Friday (18th) noon. ... READ MORE >
Tomorrow (FRIDAY)is the last day to order a Blue Devil football shirt. Turn orders into the office. READ MORE >
Join Dan Stasi as he webcasts live this Friday night. READ MORE >
If you can't make it to the games, join Dan Stasi . Also, the volleyball girls celebrate Senior Night. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, September 15th Day 11 Today’s Activities: JV/V CC home meet at Starmont 4:30 - dismiss at end of 8th hour, leaving at 3. THURSDAY: VB vs So Winn 5:30 JH VB @ NFV 4:15 - dismiss at 3:05 - leaving at 3:15 FRIDAY: JV/V FB @ Midland 5:30/7pm - dismiss after 8th hour, leaving at 3pm Another order of football shirts will be... READ MORE >
School picture day will be Tuesday Sept. 22. Our online learners will come for pictures between 11:15-noon. READ MORE >
We are doing a hybrid test this week. 8-12 grades will be learning online from home this Wed, Sept 16th. The schedule for the day will be shared with students through their email. K-7 grades will be learning in-person at school on Wednesday. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Monday, September 13th Day 10 Today’s Activities: JH/JV FB @ Tripoli 4:15/6pm - dismiss after 8th hour, leaving at 3pm JH VB @ Postville 4:15pm THURSDAY: VB vs So Winn 5:30 JH VB @ NFV 4:15 - dismiss at 3:05 - leaving at 3:15 FRIDAY: JV/V FB @ Midland 5:30/7pm - dismiss after 8th hour, leaving at 3pm To ALL High School Students who... READ MORE >
The West Central Choral Program is looking for volunteers to help make "singers masks" for approximately 70 JH & HS singers. Masked singing has become our "new normal," but unfortunately, singing with a mask can quickly become frustrating - taking deep breaths usually means sucking in fabric at the same time! If you are able to assist us in completing this... READ MORE >
Come out and help us honor the senior volleyball girls on Thursday September 7 when they take on South Winn. JV game begins at 5:30 with the varsity to follow. READ MORE >
Beginning Monday, September 14th, 2020 ALL enrolled students(including online learners) will receive free reimbursable breakfast and lunch meals each day school is in session. Although the regular school meals will be free of charge there will still be a charge for al a carte items. Additionally, there will continue to be a charge of adult meals. The USDA has... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements * Friday, September 11th * Day 9 Today’s Activities: Students are asked to park on the new blacktop only.Those interested in participating in Drama, please meet in Mrs. VandeVorde's room at 3:15 on Friday. To ALL High School Students who drive - new this year are parking tags. Please stop in the office to fill out the registration... READ MORE >
"Reminder that the home game tonight (September 11th) has been cancelled due to scheduling conflicts with an opposing team." READ MORE >
Please consider. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements * Thursday, September 10th * Day 8 Today’s Activities: JH VB vs Oelwein 4:15pm Students are asked to park on the new blacktop only.Those interested in participating in Drama, please meet in Mrs. VandeVorde's room at 3:15 on Friday. To ALL High School Students who drive - new this year are parking tags. Please stop in the office to... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements * Wednesday, September 9th* Day 7 Today’s Activities: none Thursday: JH VB vs Oelwein 4:15pm Students are asked to park on the new blacktop only.Results from the very wet and muddy Springville Cross Country meet last night: The varsity girls team won the meet and placed in 6 of the top 7 spots, including our own Annika Kent-Thomas... READ MORE >
Cross Country Results from a very wet and cold Springville meet last night: The Starmont-West Central varsity girl's team won the meet last night, placing individually in 6 of the top 7 spots. WC's Annika Kent-Thomas finished 7th overall. The boy's varsity team took 2 of the top 3 spots individually in the meet, with WC's Charlie Sieck finishing in 3rd. Great... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, September 8th Day 6 Today’s Activities: VB @ Maquoketa Valley 5:30 - leaving at 3:45 JH/HS CC @ Springville 4:45 - leaving at 2:15, dismiss 2:00 Thursday: JH VB vs Oelwein 4:15pm Students are asked to park on the new blacktop only.Those interested in participating in Drama, please meet in Mrs. VandeVorde's room at 3:15 on... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Friday, September 4th Day 5 Today’s Activities: FB @ Kee 7pm; leaving at 4:15pm Congratulations to the cross country team at last night’s meet. The boys team took 3rd place while Charlie Sieck finished 6th overall. Girls team took 1st place with Annika Kent-Thomas finished 6th. Students are asked to park on the new blacktop only. JH FB... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Thursday, Sept 3rd Day 4 Today’s Activities: Thursday: CC Meet @ MFL/MM G5pm/B5:30 - dismiss at 2:15 leaving at 2:30 Friday: FB @ Kee 7pm; leaving at 4:15pm Any 9-12th grader interested in drama, there is a sign up sheet on Mrs. VandeVorde’s door. To ALL High School Students who drive - new this year are parking tags. Please stop in... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Wednesday, September 2nd Day 3 Today’s Activities: Thursday: CC Meet @ MFL/MM G5pm/B5:30 Friday: FB @ Kee 7pm; leaving at 4:15pm Any 9-12th grader interested in drama, there is a sign up sheet on Mrs. VandeVorde’s door. To ALL High School Students who drive - new this year are parking tags. Please stop in the office to fill out the... READ MORE >
Due COVID-19 related scheduling conflicts with an opposing team, we have had to cancel our home game scheduled for 9/11 against Dunkerton. Our team will be still traveling to Lansing this Friday to play Kee High at 7:00pm. The last scheduled Varsity home football game of the season will be October 2nd against Riceville and it will be our Homecoming game and... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Monday, September 1st Day 2 Today’s Activities: Friday - FB @ Kee 7pm; leaving at 4:15pm Any 9-12th grader interested in drama, there is a sign up sheet on Mrs. VandeVorde’s door. To ALL High School Students who drive - new this year are parking tags. Please stop in the office to fill out the registration sheet and pick up your parking... READ MORE >
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COVID-19 IF THEN/ WHAT IF? Staff and Student Guidance READ MORE >
After careful consideration and discussions with administrative groups, West Central will be allowing the use of gaiters. This of course will be continued with reviews of policies during this unprecedented period of time. West Central still highly recommends the use of facial masks that have two or more layers of washable, breathable fabric which completely covers... READ MORE >
Elementary teachers have cleaned out their closets and have reading books available to anyone that wants them. They will be set outside of the school TODAY only until 2:00. Help yourselves. HAPPY READING. READ MORE >
Elementary teachers have cleaned out their closets and have reading books available to anyone that wants them. They will be set outside of the school TODAY only until 2:00. Help yourselves. HAPPY READING. READ MORE >
Friday night is our home football opener against Don Bosco at 7:00pm. Please view the linked activity guide for spectators before attending. Up to date sports schedules can be viewed on our Upper Iowa Conference Calendar. Several scheduling changes have already occurred since the printing of the activity calendars and changes can be viewed online. Go Blue Devils!... READ MORE >
School starts Aug 31st. School will start 5 days a week until we test our hybrid option for ONE week on the week of Sept 14th. The hybrid model is a week of Monday/Tuesday in school, Wednesday at home-online, Thursday/Friday in school. This will be the week of Sept 14th. At this time we are only doing this test for one week. READ MORE >
The annual Fall Walking School Bus starts on Wednesday, September 9th. It will be WEDNEDAY and THURSDAY MORNINGS from 9/9/20 until late October. Mary Ann Munger will be leading the Walking School Bus. Students can be dropped off at 7:30 am at her house at 380 3rd East Street in Maynard. She would also be happy to stop and pick up students at their homes along the... READ MORE >
Due to the delayed start of school, junior high practice for fall activities will not begin until Monday August 31st. Junior high volleyball will begin practice on Tuesday September 1st. Reminder that all 7th and 8th grade athletes are required to turn in a physical and a signed HEADS UP concussion form before they are able to practice. Per legislative changes, all... READ MORE >
West Central students and families, We have been working hard to prepare for your arrival on August 31st and wanted to share a user-friendly version of our Return to Learn Plan that highlights the health and safety procedures being put in place. Thank you again for your continued support of West Central!... READ MORE >
Be Involved! Be a Difference Maker! Join the Booster Club 2020-2021! GO BLUE DEVILS!!Membership Form READ MORE >
My name is Ashten Wolff. I teach Special Education for students in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade. I graduated from Upper Iowa University in 2018 with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. Currently I am pursuing my Master's of Education in Special Education at Upper Iowa University. After graduation, I joined the Peace Corps and taught English in the Philippines.... READ MORE >
My name is Amber Morse. I live near Fayette on a farm with my husband Alex and our lab Jade. I will be teaching 1st Grade at West Central this year!! I graduated from Upper Iowa University in 2018. I have taught Head Start in Oelwein for the last five years. During my schooling at Upper Iowa I completed part of my student teaching here at West Central and enjoyed... READ MORE >
Hello everyone!! My name is Jamie Vargason and I will be teaching k12 Art!! I was raised and currently live in Westgate now with my three children (Jordynn 13, Myree 7, Alice 5). As a 2008 West Central graduate, I am so excited to be back to teach in my home community. After high school, I studied art education at Upper Iowa University and worked in Oelwein and... READ MORE >
My name is Denise Menne. I will be the new second grader teacher at WC this year. I live with my husband and two boys on an acreage outside of West Union. My oldest son, Ian, graduated from NFV in May and our youngest is a sophomore at NFV. My husband is a carpenter. I am a UIU graduate, earning my BA in 1996 then going back later to get my teaching... READ MORE >
Note: Due to our current situation of COVID-19 there will be a change in day your child does not have preschool for the first semester. Your child’s preschool day off will be Wednesday’s instead of Friday’s.We apologize for any inconvenience. After the first semester we will re-evaluate the situation and decide if we will switch back to Friday’s. READ MORE >
Good morning, West Central’s Return to Learn Plan (R2L/RTL) will be made available to the community on the district website and social media by Tuesday, July 21. The previous Return to Learn outline was a list of assurances that were turned into the Iowa Department of Education (DE) by July 1st. This assurance and initial plan outline was accepted by the DE in... READ MORE >
School supplies lists are now available on the webpage under Parent/Student Resources.https://westcentralcsdia.apptegy.us/o/west-central-csd/page/supplies-list--4 READ MORE >
Registration on Wednesday, August 5th from 9am-7pm. We are asking that families with last name A-M to come from 9am-2pm and those with last name N-Z to come 2pm-7pm -please make updates/changes online in the JMC Parent Portal prior to coming to the building-preferably one person per family allowed in the building during registration-we ask that you practice... READ MORE >
If you receive Free or Reduced Price meals at West Central Schools, please read this important notice: Iowa schools that have been approved to operate the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT), which provides assistance to families of children eligible for free and reduced-price meals during school closures. The EBT benefit is to offset the cost of meals... READ MORE >
Be cautious when entering the school parking lot. It is currently being prepped for the blacktop and the gravel is uneven. READ MORE >
IF YOU ARE A BUSINESS OWNER WITHIN OR NEAR THE WEST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, PLEASE CONSIDER TAKING THIS SURVEY The Career and Technical Education (CTE) department at West Central is in the process of completing a Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA). The completion of this CLNA is required for all districts accessing Carl D. Perkins dollars, the primary... READ MORE >
Hello West Central Parents and 7-12th Students! The Career and Technical Education (CTE) department at West Central is in the process of completing a Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA). The completion of this CLNA is required for all districts accessing Carl D. Perkins dollars, the primary source of federal funding districts receive for the improvement of... READ MORE >
Preschool Payment Information Tuition payments are due the first of the month. If your payment is three days late, you will be called with a reminder. Payments must be made within 48 hours of the reminder. If no payment is made, your child will not be allowed to attend preschool. Scholarships Scholarships must be applied for every year, even if you have a... READ MORE >
In lieu of this year's Fine Arts Awards Evening, we have compiled a slideshow to honor seniors involved in the Fine Arts at West Central. Please join us in celebrating their accomplishments!! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vR0979ULkvrpQu1UsfjjGd72zbdvpJdrh5c5tLXaCjBrf1U9gHTwlN43U8830INzLaULY1vaEQiI8WF/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=60000 READ MORE >
Here's a little walk down memory lane for us in honor of the class of 2020. This is the end-of-year video that our seniors made when they were in 8th grade! Enjoy! READ MORE >
Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians,West Central School will be releasing its Continuous Learning Plan next week on the school website. It will be included in an email and sent out on various social media platforms as well. This plan is responsive to the current learning environment and will cover educational components that can be used as resources moving... READ MORE >
The West Central Junior Class thanks you for your scrap metal donations. Please remember no appliances or treadmills accepted. There are fees associated with disposal of those items. Thank you." READ MORE >
During this break from school, our yearbook staff is still at work producing the 2019-2020 yearbook. content plans have changed somewhat so we are asking for your help. If you are willing, we would like to include photos of what your kiddoes are doing to make the most of this time. Email photos to rfliehler@wc.k12.ia.us. No names will be posted with the photos.... READ MORE >
Senior parents: Mrs. Fliehler would like to do a special tribute to them in the yearbook. Can you get a photo of them that shows what they have been doing during this break from school or how the coronavirus is impacting them? Email photos to rfliehler@wc.k12.ia.us. Thanks in advance. READ MORE >
West Central Community School District (WCSD) COVID-19 FAQ How long will school be closed? At this point, The West Central Community Schools will be closed through Monday, April 13, 2020, following Governor Reynolds’ statewide recommendation. Will students still receive meals? During the school closure, we are committed to providing meals to our students.... READ MORE >
March 18, 2020 West Central Statement on School Closure Due to Covid-19 Due to recommendations by the Governor’s Office and the Iowa Department of Public Health, West Central school will be closed for a period of up to four weeks. With the late nature of the state’s guidance, we are working through uncharted territory. Effective immediately, there will be no... READ MORE >
Preschool Registration form can be emailed directly to ltyler@wc.k12.ia.us READ MORE >
Until further notice: Due to the recent school closure, the weight room will not be available and the key fobs will not work. Any missed time will be added on to extend your membership. Thank you for your understanding. READ MORE >
March 15, 2020 West Central Statement on School Closure Due to Covid-19 Due to tonight’s late recommendations by the Governor’s Office and the Iowa Department of Public Health, West Central will be closing school for a period of four weeks. With the late nature of the state’s guidance, we are working through uncharted territory. Effective Monday, March 16,... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Friday, March 13th Day 129 Today’s Activities: There will be MAPS testing starting next week on Tuesday for grades 7th-10th. Reminder: Students are asked not to park in the first row. West Central has visitors and AEA personal who visit our school midday and we need to have parking available for them. Thank you for your help with making... READ MORE >
Parents, Students, and Community, In light of the Iowa Board of Regents announcement that all state universities will move toward online course work following spring break, we want to assure our families and communities that normal operations will continue for the foreseeable future. While our overarching objective is to keep students and staff members... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Thursday, March 12th Day 128 Today’s Activities: 5th-12 Band Concert 6:30 with 7th-12th Choir Concert to follow There will be MAPS testing starting next week on Tuesday for grades 7th-10th. Be sure to wish Rachel and Erin good luck as they prepare for their State Speech performance. You are invited to watch them perform in Solo Musical... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Wednesday, March 11th Day 127 Today’s Activities: THURSDAY: 5th-12 Band Concert 6:30 with 7th-12th Choir Concert to follow 1. All Variety Show participants please schedule a rehearsal time with Mrs. VandeVorde ASAP. Full Show Rehearsals will take place the week of March 30. Be ready!2. There will be a golf meeting TODAY, after school... READ MORE >
View the latest newscast from the Mass Media class. READ MORE >
Letter to Parents READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, March 10th Day 126 Today’s Activities: THURSDAY: 5th-12 Band Concert 6:30 with 7th-12th Choir Concert to follow 1. All Variety Show participants please schedule a rehearsal time with Mrs. VandeVorde ASAP. Full Show Rehearsals will take place the week of March 30. Be ready2. There will be a golf meeting on Wednesday the 11th,... READ MORE >
Results from our blood drive last week.Goal: 28 units Registered: 28 Donors New: 12 Donors Eligible: 22 Donors Collected: 28 units (right on goal and the best you have collected since 2017!!! Great job!!) Lives Saved: 84 Lives READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Monday, March 9th Day 125 Today’s Activities: THURSDAY: 5th-12 Band Concert 6:30 with 7th-12th Choir Concert to follow On Monday, March 9th, there will be a quick Junior meeting during lunch in Miss Hamm's room regarding Prom.There will be a golf meeting on Wednesday the 11th, after school in Mr. Huckins’, for those who plan on... READ MORE >
Junior Class Can Drive is this Saturday from 9:00-11:00 am. Please set cans at the end of your driveway to be picked up. Can bags are available if needed. If you have cans to be picked up, call or text your address to Heidi Eitel 563-422-1980 READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Friday, March 6th Day 124 Today’s Activities: 1, On Monday, March 9th, there will be a quick Junior meeting during lunch in Miss Hamm's room regarding Prom. 2. There will be a golf meeting on Wednesday the 11th, after school in Mr. Huckins, for those who plan on participating in golf. READ MORE >
Thank you to all who supported the West Central Book Fair this year. We have several new titles in the library thanks to people buying books at the book fair. See you next year at the book fair. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Thursday, March 5th Day 123 Today’s Activities: On Monday, March 9th, there will be a quick Junior meeting during lunch in Miss Hamm's room regarding Prom. READ MORE >
Did you know? One pint of whole blood - the most common form of donation - can save up to three lives! The student government would like to thank all who donated (or tried to donate) blood at our blood drive yesterday. We had many first-time donors among our student body. We ended with 28 units which will help to save many lives! READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Wednesday, March 4th Day 122 Today’s Activities: Blood Drive 1. There will be a meeting at 3:10 TODAY in Mrs. VandeVorde's for anyone interested in performing in the Variety Show on April 4. Please attend the meeting if you have questions or would like to be part of the show, including backstage, makeup, lights and sound... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, March 3rd Day 121 Today’s Activities: Student Gov’t to Maple Crest WEDNESDAY: Blood Drive There will be a meeting at 3:10 on Wednesday in Mrs. VandeVorde's for anyone interested in performing in the Variety Show on April 4. Please attend the meeting if you have questions or are at all wanting to be a part of the show. HS... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Monday, March 2nd Day 120 Today’s Activities: Winter Sports Banquet 6pm TUESDAY: Student Gov’t to Maple Crest WEDNESDAY: Blood Drive 1.Congratulations to our Individual Speech Participants! The following students made West Central proud on Saturday at the District Speech Competition at MFL: Rachel Walenceus, Rosita... READ MORE >
Congratulatons to our Individual Speech Participants! The following students made West Central proud on Saturday at the District Speech Competition at MFL: Rachel Walenceus, Rosita Hepperle, Cooper Ingels, Erin Hamlett, Carley Miller, Maria Streif, Gracelyn Neumann, and Evan Recker. Rachel and Erin will advance to the State Competition for their performances in... READ MORE >
Last Call! TODAY is the last day for the Book Fair. It will run through 8:00 pm tonight . READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Thursday, February 27th Day 118 Today’s Activities: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00-8:00 Friday: No School Saturday: District Individual Speech @MFL Monday: Sports Banquet 6pm 1. Cheerleaders need to turn in CLEAN uniforms and poms TODAY. 2. Thank you to those who participated in the Food and Fitness Pajama Day today. The... READ MORE >
West Central’s Mass Media Class under the direction of Mrs. VandeVorde has created a news team of sorts to learn the aspects of the following criteria as part of today’s 21st Century Skills/Standards: The following students are actively producing a weekly broadcast that will inform you of West Central happenings and information. Delaney Adams-Carey -- News... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Wednesday, February 26th Day 117 Today’s Activities: 1st grade to Maple Crest LV @ 1:30 Thursday: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00-8:00 Friday: No School Saturday: District Individual Speech @MFL 1. Cheerleaders need to turn in CLEAN uniforms and poms by Feb. 27th. 2. There is a sign up sheet in the office for anyone interested... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Tuesday, February 25th Day 116 Today’s Activities: 2nd grade to Gallagher Bluedorn LV @ 8:30; Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00-8:00 Wednesday: 1st grade to Maple Crest LV @ 1:30 Thursday: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00-8:00 Friday: No School Saturday: District Individual Speech @MFL 1. Cheerleaders need to turn in CLEAN uniforms... READ MORE >
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Daily Announcements Monday, February 24th Day 115 Today’s Activities:UIC Individual Speech LV @ 2:30 Tuesday: 2nd grade to Gallagher BlueDorn LV @ 8:30 Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00-8:00 Wednesday: 1st grade to Maple Crest LV @ 1:30 Thursday: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00-8:00 Friday: No School Saturday: District Individual Speech @MFL 1.... READ MORE >
West Central Preschool/Kindergarten Information Night Date: March 19th Time: Preschool 5:00-5:30 Kindergarten 5:30-6:00 Location: West Central Library If you have a Preschool or Kindergarten age child entering the 2020/21 school year please come join us on Thursday, March 19th to learn more about our programs. The teachers will provide information... READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Friday, February 21th Day 114 Today’s Activities: Book Fair 8:30-3:30 Upcoming Activities: Book Fair All Week Long Monday: UIC Speech Tuesday: PT Conferences 4-8 pm Thursday: PT Conferences 4-8 pm Friday: No School 1. Cheerleaders need to turn in CLEAN uniforms and poms by Feb. 27th. 2. Junior Parent and Student meeting... READ MORE >
2020 Yearbooks on Sale Now! READ MORE >
BOOK FAIR HOURS TODAY! 8:30-3:30 Book Fair Dates: February 20th—February 27th, 2020 Shopping Hours: 8:30am—3:30pm Extended Hours: February 25th & February 27th 4:00pm-8:00pm READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Wednesday, February 19th Day 112 Today’s Activities: 1. Cheerleaders need to turn in CLEAN uniforms and poms by Feb. 27th. 2. Math Counts members need to meet in Mrs. Wells's room on Thursday during 9th period. 3. 7th hour study hall will be in the library today. 4. There will be a Junior class meeting tomorrow during lunch. READ MORE >
Today’s Activities: JH Solo and Ensemble 1. Speech Meeting during lunch TODAY in Mrs. VandeVorde's room. READ MORE >
Mrs. VandeVorde and the 8th graders have created a Valentine Poet Tree!Hearts were filled with acrostic poems and haikus expressing fun and kindness! Happy Valentine's Day to everyone! READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Friday, February 14th Today’s Activities: FRIDAY: JH B BB vs S-F 4:15PM Seniors: if you ordered something from Herff Jones, your order is in and waiting for payment and pick up. 2. There is a high school track signup sheet in the office. Practice starts Monday the 24th. READ MORE >
On Monday, February 17 the boys basketball team will travel to Starmont to play Central of Elkader in first round basketball action. Game starts at 6:30. If you're not able to attend check out www.thebluedevilcast.com with Dan Stasi broadcasting live beginning at 6:15. READ MORE >
Daily Announcements Thursday, February 13th Day Today’s Activities: JH B BB vs Tripoli 4:15pm (no concession stand); G BB @ Clarksville 7pm FRIDAY: JH B BB vs S-F 4:15PM 1. Seniors: if you ordered something from Herff Jones, your order is in and waiting for payment and pick up. 2. HS PE students don’t need to change out for class today. 3. There is... READ MORE >
Daily AnnouncementsWednesday, February 12thDay Today’s Activities: THURSDAY: JH B BB vs Tripoli 4:15pm (no concession stand); G BB @ Clarksville 7pm FRIDAY: JH B BB vs S-F 4:15PM Seniors: if you ordered something from Herff Jones, your order is in and waiting for payment and pick up.HS PE students don’t need to change out for class today.There is a high school... READ MORE >
Daily AnnouncementsTuesday, February 11thDay 11 Today’s Activities: JV (½ game)/V B vs Kee 6:15/7:45 - Senior NightTHURSDAY: JH B BB vs Tripoli 4:15pm; G BB @ Clarksville 7pmFRIDAY: JH B BB vs S-F 4:15PM Seniors: if you ordered something from Herff Jones, your order is in and waiting for payment and pick up.No morning band lessons today.There is a high school... READ MORE >
Daily AnnouncementsMonday, February 10thDay 10 Today’s Activities: JH B BB vs Turkey Valley 4:15pm; Bowling @ WaukonTUESDAY: G/B Quad vs Kee 6:15/7:45THURSDAY: JH B BB vs Tripoli 4:15pmFRIDAY: JH B BB vs S-F 4:15PM SENIORS- Mrs. Fliehler needs senior photos ASAP. Please stop in and see her. She needs headshots by Feb 15.Speech Meeting: Lunch in Mrs. VandeVorde's... READ MORE >
Tonight’s Basketball games have been moved to Central Elkader. Bus will leave at 3:30. JV will play at 4:45 for a half each. Girls will play first. Varsity Girls will play at 6:15 with Varsity Boys to follow. Senior Night is postponed to the evening Tuesday game, February 11th. READ MORE >
Due to air quality concerns, school is dismissed. The evening basketball games are pending. READ MORE >