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Community Update March 2,2025
Good afternoon, Wildcat Families,
It is hard to believe it is here already. Spring Break runs from March 10 to 14.
This community update is full of our celebrations! There are so many opportunities for our students to get involved, make friends, and enjoy the high school experience. We have teachers and staff who will support along the way. As I have said before, my number one goal for students is to feel a sense of belonging at school.
This week is Read Across America Week! On Wednesday, we will have Wildcats in Hats Day; students may wear a hat. (High School version of Dr. Seuss Day!) See attached flyer.
Shout out to Senior John Carter who has earned his Eagle Scout Award. His team contributed to the community by improving a community garden that serves families in the Lovers Lane/Hartsville Pike community with fresh vegetables and eggs. Thank you John for your dedication and hard work!
Evan Harwell was recognized recently at the 59th annual awards banquet of the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (Middle TN Chapter) as a scholar-athlete honoree. This is a huge honor for Evan to receive this recognition for his academic achievement, community service, leadership, and athletic performance. If you see Evan, please congratulate him! We are so proud of him.
PROM News!
Prom season is here! Prom will be April 26th at The Mill in Lebanon, and our theme this year is Fly Me to the Moon! Prom tickets are $50 and will go on sale *online only* right after Spring Break. If you plan on bringing a date that is not a Wilson Central student, stop by Mrs. Williams’s room, W203, between classes to pick up a guest permission form.
Art News
I’m so excited to share that our students’ artwork will be featured in the Frist Art Exhibition from March 15th-20th! This year, our students’ work will be displayed alongside the Farm to Table exhibit, which includes pieces by Monet and Courbet. What an amazing opportunity for them to have their art shown next to the great masters! Hope to see you there, and thank you for supporting our student artists!
Chamber Choir News
Chamber Choir received an Excellent Rating for their Performance and a Superior Rating for their Sight Reading at their Choral Performance Assessment. If you see a Chamber Choir student today, wish them congratulations!
Library News
Congratulations to the following winners of the February Library Reading Challenge!
- Ceydy McGarity
- Maryam Nadeem
- Lauren Sorey
- Sophie Stinson
- Keaton Swift
Wrestling News
Wyatt Nichols competed at the Wrestling State Championships last weekend and finished in the top ten of his weight class. Congratulations, Wyatt!
DECA News
I am so very proud of all of the students that competed. They all represented our school well in attitude, manners and respect. Please congratulate these students!
Mackenzie Egan-Retail Merchandising-1st in Roleplay 2.
Vicky Lin-Restaurant and Food Service-2nd in testing.
Athrv Patel-Hotel & Lodging-1st in Roleplay 2.
Noah Smith & Cameron Sather-Sports & Entertainment Team-1st place in Case Study.
The following students placed in the top 5 in their written event area:
Amelia Underwood, Nathaenal Durrant & Rhiddi Lad-Buying and Merchandising Operations
Diya Patel, Sofia Aelterman & Hasini Mushini- Integrated Marketing Plan-Service
Hasini Mushini placed 3rd in the Goosechase.
The following students have advanced to the ICDC in Orlando:
Mackenzie Egan
Vicky Lin
Noah Smith
Cameron Sather
Amelia Underwood
Nathaniel Durrant
Riddhi Lad
Diya Patel
Sofia Aelterman
Hasini Mushini
Theatre News
Singing in the Rain Tickets will go on sale March 1. Performances will be April 10-13th. Come out and support our amazing theatre program!
Auditions for Night on Broadway will be held virtually March 17th-21st. Please see Mrs. Ray for more information. Show is May 8th.
Safe Driving
Please continue to have conversations with your children about driving safely to and from school. I get reports from our community every week about students driving dangerously off campus. I can discipline and take driving privileges away from student drivers who make poor choices on campus, but I cannot patrol all of the roads off campus. Parents, we need you to have those conversations at home to keep our community safe. I do not want to see anyone get hurt from reckless driving.
National Merit Finalist
Congratulations again to Mackenzie Egan on being a National Merit Finalist!
Did you know that since 2018, WCHS has had a National Merit Finalist each year? Some years, we have had multiple! This is something to celebrate! Here is some information about what National Merit means. What is National Merit?
Advanced Placement
In 2023-2024, 297 students were enrolled in one or more AP classes. 495 exams were taken last year. 73% of our AP students scored a 3 or higher on their AP exam. We love being able to offer a variety of AP classes to challenge and prepare our students for college!
ACT News
I am so proud to share the ACT average for the class of 2025 with you. We have built a culture where the ACT matters, and I am so proud of the work students and staff have put in! We have the highest ACT average of all the high schools in our county.
Here is a breakdown of the averages by high school-
Lebanon High School- 19.2
Watertown- 19.3
Green Hill- 21.2
MJHS- 21.3
WCHS- 21.7!!!
Saturday National ACT
The deadline for regular registration for the April 5th ACT is February 28th. Wilson Central is an available testing location. Select “view farther sites” when registering, and Wilson Central should be visible. Go to www.act.org to register.
School Goals- Raise the Rock!
- Raise achievement and growth for all students on EOCs in English 1, English 2, Biology, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry.
- ACT- The senior class will raise the ACT average from 19.7 to 21.
- Achieve under 20% for Chronic Absenteeism.
- Continue pursuit of Ready Graduate for students, encouraging industry certifications. Continue encouraging students to enroll in Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment classes. Achieve continued growth and success rate for students in AP courses.
- Continue building a school culture where we hold students and staff accountable.
Our theme this year is “Raise the Rock.” We want to raise expectations and accountability for all students to help them experience success in academics, arts, service, and athletics.
Tardy Policy
We expect students to be in their classrooms when the school day begins at 8:30.
Tardy 1-5 Lunch detention
Tardy 6-10 —3/4 period ISS only
Tardy 11-15 ISS all day per event
Tardy 16+ Admin. Discretion
Food Truck Friday – Student Reward Days!
Food Truck Fridays are an incentive for excellent attendance and behavior at WCHS! We will monitor your child’s attendance and behavior during each of the nine weeks. Please ensure you turn in Parent and Doctor’s notes when your child is absent! Students can earn the incentive by meeting these qualifications:
- Zero unexcused absences
- No more than five excused absences
- No whole-day ISS/OSS
- No BTA (during those 9 weeks)
Student Reward Days- March 28th, May 16th (tentative)
Food Trucks in attendance:
Roasted Coconut
Smokin Butz
Traveling Tom’s Coffee Truck
Kona Ice
The Chicken Shack
Buns on the Run
Chicken and Bones
Mean Green Ice Cream Machine
Tennessee Tater Cakes
Hot Dog Mama
Sports Calendar
Come out and support our Wildcats!
https://link.zixcentral.com/u/69cb8057/2IQv7p-L7xGjBIvugvoQLQ?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwilsoncentralsports.com%2Fevents
Senior News
Graduation is Friday, May 23, at 6 pm at The Murphy Center at MTSU.
You can purchase a senior yard sign here- https://link.zixcentral.com/u/4c59142b/fB7ZEnPi7xGzNIjzCmwmKA?u=https%3A%2F%2Fjhacompany.com%2Fcollections%2Fwilson-central-high-school%2Fproducts%2Fcopy-of-yard-sign-watertown-high-school
Must do:
- File your FAFSA by April 15 to maintain your TN Promise eligibility.
- Click Federal Student Aid for a FAFSA filing tutorial.
- Check your school email account at least once a day.
- Apply for scholarships promptly.
Students can submit their TN Scholars volunteer service hours form to Ms. Fung in the counseling office now until March 3, 2025. This is NOT the same as TN Promise volunteer hours.
Submit Community Service — tnAchieves
Need a transcript sent? Click Transcript Request - Wilson Central High School
Scholarship information: Click Financial Aid/Scholarships/College Resources - Wilson Central High School
Yearbooks
Buy a WCHS yearbook now at https://link.zixcentral.com/u/100067d0/xC85xzvt7xGRz_Xk5F7kRg?u=https%3A%2F%2Fjhacompany.com%2Fcollections%2Fwilson-central-high-school%2Fproducts%2Fyearbook-wilson-central-high-school Once we sell out, we are sold out! Buy yours now! Even though it's only January, we have already sold 500 with only 200 left until we are sold out! (There are 1700 students at WCHS)
Contact Mrs. Agee at ageejes100@wcschools.com for any questions!
Important- District Attendance Policy
Excused Absences
A student's absence will be considered excused if one of the following applies:
- Personal injury or illness
2. Illness of an immediate family member, with immediate family defines as a parent, sibling, or grandparent
3. Death of an immediate family member or other individual with the principal's permission
4. Extreme weather conditions
5. Religious observances
6. College or postsecondary visits
7. Pregnancy
8. School-sponsored or endorsed activities
9. Parent/Guardian military deployment or return
10. Summons, subpoenas, or court orders
Documentation for School Absences
Written documentation supporting reasons for absences must be submitted to the school within three (3) school days. Even though a parent may verbally contact the school, a written notice must also be sent to the school or e-mailed to the attendance clerk, Ann Mullins- mullinsa@wcschools.com. Written documentation must include the reason for the absence, date, time, parent signature, and phone number. After the three (3) days have elapsed, the absences will become permanently unexcused.
Please note that vacations do not fall under the excused category.
To ensure students are safely and accurately checked out during the school day, we will be implementing the following-
Student Drivers:
Paper notes for early dismissal must be turned in before 10 am on the day of dismissal.
Skyward notifications must be submitted before 11 am on the day of dismissal.
All Students:
No student can be signed out after 3 pm without approval from the administration.
End-of-Course (EOC) Testing Information and School Accountability
If your child is in an EOC-tested course (English 1, English 2, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, or Biology), they take a district-mandated benchmark called TE21. Your child recently took a TE21 and received a score report. Attached is a document to help read that report.
I emphasize the importance of the EOCs because our school and our teachers are held accountable for how our students do on these assessments. We get a report card grade made public that reflects how we did on the exams. Each week, in the Community Update, I celebrate all of the great things happening at our school. Our growth and achievement in some areas of the EOCs last year do not accurately reflect what our students are capable of. We need your help to make sure your children are engaged in their classes and doing their best on the exams. These tests help us assess how students are progressing academically.
-Dr. Ankney
What is EOC Testing?
End-of-course (EOC) testing is a state-mandated standardized assessment method used to measure students' proficiency and understanding of specific subject areas. We have EOC testing in English 1, English 2, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, and Biology. The tests are computer-based. Students take these exams in December for fall semester courses and April/May for spring semester courses.
What is TE21 Testing?
TE21 testing is a district-mandated standardized assessment method used in much the same way as EOC’s. They are given in the same subject areas for real-time feedback to help your child and our teachers prepare for the EOC. These tests are also computer-based and are taken 1-2 times per EOC course to help guide our teachers in instruction and maximize your child’s learning in class.
The purpose of the exams-
* To evaluate student learning and achievement
* To assess the effectiveness of curriculum and instruction
* To ensure students meet state-mandated standards
* To provide data for school and district accountability
Scoring and Results-
* Scores are typically reported as scale scores or performance levels (1, 2, 3, or 4)
* Results affect course grades and graduation requirements
* Tennessee uses EOC results for teacher and school evaluations
State and Federal Accountability in Tennessee
In Tennessee, EOC testing plays a crucial role in both state and federal accountability measures. The most public recognition of how EOC testing affects our school is through the published Letter Grade that our school receives each year. The image attached shows how the letter grades for all TN High Schools are calculated. Both Growth and Achievement measures are calculated from EOC data. While these tests may not affect your child’s overall grade significantly, it is vital to the image of our school.
AP & Counselor Assignment
9th Grade AP: Sydney Seat (seatsl@wcschools.com)
9th Grade Counselor: Heather Poland (polanhea101@wcschools.com)
10th Grade AP: Jason Franklin (franklinj@wcschools.com)
10th Grade Counselor: Anna Smith (altmaann100@wcschools.com)
11th Grade AP: Audrey Harrington (harringtona@wcschools.com)
11th Grade Counselor: Dustin Cabassa (cabasdus100@wcschools.com)
12th Grade AP: Patrick Nash (nashp@wcschools.com)
12th Grade Counselor: Lauren Fung (funglau100@wcschools.com)
Graduation Coach: Lori Shelton (sheltonl@wcschools.com)
It’s a great day to be a Wildcat!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ankney
#RaisetheRock
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