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PLANO WEST IS ONE OF NEWSWEEK'S BEST HIGH SCHOOLS
newsweekOnce again, Plano West made Newsweek’s rankings of America’s Best High Schools in the country! We are #63! Can we get a "Wolfpack"?!?!?! Visit thedailybeast.com/BestHighSchools for more information.

 


Congratulations to PWSH 2013
Valedictorian and Salutatorian

honor students

Carlos Molina-Valedictorian, Kimberley Yu-Salutatorian


Nicole Lyssy-STEM Award Winner
Stem award

Congratulations are in order for our very own super AP Chemistry teacher, Nicole Lyssy!  She was named as a winner of the Texas Instruments Foundation Innovations in STEM Teaching Award!  This prestigious award is presented each year to an outstanding teacher in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math areas.  This award carries with it a $10,000 cash prize, $5,000 half for the winner and $5,000 to the campus for technology or professional development.  The competition for this award is very rigorous!  Congratulations Nicole and our Science department on this outstanding accomplishment!!


Wes-FinalistCongratulations to Wesley Kirkpach

Wesley Kirpach did an outstanding job representing Plano West and the Science Department at the Teacher of the Year Gala.  His hard work and dedication to our students won him the Excellence in Teaching Award. He was 1 of 10 semi-finalist out of 71 nominees for teacher of the year. Our sincere congratulations go out to him as a Leader of the Pack!

 

 

 


BUILDING A BLUE NATION

We are very excited to announce that our campus is currently being rennovated to accommodate the addition of our future wolves. The links below show a map of the site plan, the construction status, and a map of available parking during the construction process.


Plano West Alma Mater and Fight Song


The mission of Plano West Senior High School is to prepare students to strive for excellence and contribute with compassion and integrity to a diverse society.
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...education is a dynamic, not a static process which prepares students to be life-long learners.

...success in education is based on a cooperative effort among students, staff, parents, and community.

...all students can achieve success.

...students need critical thinking skills to be successful in today’s changing global environment.

...knowledge provides an awareness of our multi-cultural society and contributes to an appreciation of human worth and dignity.

...the strength of the instructional program provides each student with an opportunity to excel academically as well as intellectually.

...strong morals, values, and character provide the foundation for productive citizens.

...that a safe, caring, and nurturing environment is essential to the learning process.

...excellence is the standard in instruction and leadership.

...everyone has an obligation to contribute to the school and community.


Senior Graduation Information

The following link provides important information about graduation. If you are a graduating senior or a parent of a graduating senior, please read it very carefully. Senior Graduation Packet

Important 2nd Semester Information



Ten Challenges
Mrs. King and the entire Plano West faculty would like to welcome all of our students and families back to school. Below are links to a welcome letter and a video that introduces the administration and presents "Ten Challenges" to our students and faculty this year.


Emergency Procedures

The following links provided important information regarding Plano ISD's emergency communications procedures should an unexpected event, such as sudden severe weather, occur during the school day.


BLUE-OUT

All student as Plano West just received Blue Nation shirts. We encourage everyone to wear their shirt to pep rallies and games. "Can I get a Wolf Pack?!?! GRRRRRRR!"

Blue Nation Video


Car Pool and Traffic Information for PWSH

In an effort to ensure that all students arrive and depart school safely, please be sure to follow the following guidelines:

  1. Car Pool - Use the parking lot on the EAST (Willow Bend Road) side of the “A” building.  Do not enter the bus lanes.
  2. Do not drop students off while on Parker Road or Willow Bend Road. It is extremely dangerous to stop your vehicle on the six lane road.
  3. Be mindful off all traffic regulations and construction barriers.  Obey the posted speed limits and do not stop in the middle of traffic for students to enter or exit your vehicle.
  4. If you are dropping off or picking up your child, please pull to the side and allow others to pass.

Parking Map


West Nile Virus

The following link is communication from the Plano ISD district office regarding West Nile Virus.

West Nile Virus


Plano West Senior High School is now on Twitter! Receive timely information regarding campus wide events from PWSH administration and counselors. Stay up to date and in the know! Follow us at www.twitter.com/pwshwolves


eschoolFor information about the courses available through eSchool please visit:  http://k12.pisd.edu/eschool

 

 

 


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