Today we’re celebrating the amazing men and women who keep our students safe every single day — our Westside bus drivers! ❤️🤍
It takes 22 dedicated route drivers to get our students to and from school safely each day, no matter the weather. They greet our students with a smile, keep safety a top priority, and help make every stop a safe one.
We appreciate each of you for your hard work, patience, and care for our kids.

Tickets are available online only:https://gofan.co/event/4978553
Our Westside Warriors blankets are already a hit — and now you can see and feel them in person! 🧣
Sample blankets have arrived and are available in the front office at each campus! Stop by, check out how soft and cozy they are, and pick your favorite design before ordering! ❤️🤍
These blankets make perfect holiday gifts and help support the Westside Middle School Band — funding new instruments, field trips, and student events like our band banquet and picnic!
🗓️ Orders are due October 31st
💻 Order online here: Click to Order!
💵 Or turn in your order form to the front office with cash or check (made payable to WMS Band)
Come see why everyone’s talking about the softest school spirit blanket ever! 🎺🔥
#WestsideWarriors #WMSBand #BandFundraiser #SpiritBlankets #SupportTheArts #WestsidePride

Bus 77 and Bus 90 will combine for a double route today.
All students who normally ride Bus 77 or Bus 90 will ride Bus 90 and will be picked up during the second line-up at the school.
Please note that Bus 90 students will arrive approximately 10 minutes later than their normal drop-off time.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!

Please see the attached link for information about important leadership updates for WHS and WES. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1el_aQYxnieviM7CaSyeiv2qXo6vQ0uci/view?usp=sharing

This week is a great reminder that keeping students safe on and around school buses is a community effort.
Why it matters:
Most bus-related injuries happen outside the bus, not on it.
Kids rely on drivers, parents, and the community to make safe choices at bus stops and on the road.
Safety isn’t just the school’s job—it’s all of us working together.
How we can help:
Slow down in school zones and neighborhoods
Stop when the bus stop-arm is out—no matter how late you’re running
Remind kids to stand back from the road and wait for the driver’s signal before crossing
Thank a bus driver—they carry our most precious passengers every day
Safe Stops = Stronger Communities ❤️🤍

Here’s a look at what’s happeningnext week around Westside! Good luck to all our teams and groups representing the Warriors! ❤️🤍
Oct 20–23: Volleyball Regional Tournament @ Brookland
Oct 20, 6 PM: Report to the Public – WHS Library
Oct 20, 6:30 PM: School Board Meeting – WHS Library
Oct 21: WHS Band – Region Marching Assessment @ Paragould
Oct 21, 3 PM: XC – Blazer Invitational @ Joe Mack Park
Oct 23, 5:30 PM: Football vs. Pocahontas @ Home
Oct 23: WES Little Cheer Performance @ Football Game
Oct 24: Football vs. Pocahontas – Away
Oct 25: WHS Band – Paragould McDonald’s Marching Invitational
Let’s make it a great week, Warriors!
🎉🏀 Mark Your Calendars! 🏀🎉
Get ready for the 12th Annual WHS Boys Basketball Red & White Game and the 4th Annual Alumni Game — plus a delicious BBQ Dinner and more!
Monday, November 3rd
Games from 5:30 – 8:30 PM
WHS Gymnasium
Come out and show your Warrior pride! This night will feature:
Boys Basketball (Grades 7–12)
Alumni Game
Lil Dribblers Performance
Lil Cheer Performance
Jr. & Sr. High Cheerleaders
BBQ Dinner & Tickets:
Game Only – $5
Meal + Game Combo (Presale through basketball players) – $15
Meal + Game Combo (Night of Event) – $17
Meal Only – $12
NO PASSES WILL BE ACCEPTED
Don’t Forget!
T-Shirt Orders are due Monday, October 20th! Grab yours early and wear it proudly at the game!
🏀 Alumni Players:
Contact Coach Sheffield at gsheffield@westsideschools.org
to sign up for the Alumni Game.
Come hungry, loud, and full of Warrior spirit — this is a night you won’t want to miss! ❤️🤍
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
Through this experience, our educators are gaining valuable insights and strategies to help move our district forward academically and strengthen collaboration for student success.
This is the third Westside team to visit White River — a continued investment in professional growth and excellence across our schools. ❤️🤍💪

Wrap yourself in school spirit with a limited-edition Westside Warriors blanket! These extra-large 60”x70” blankets are super soft, snuggly, and make the perfect holiday gift! 🎁
Every blanket sold helps the Westside Middle School Band raise funds for new instruments and enriching field trips — and we earn over 50% profit from each sale! 🙌
🟥 2 exclusive designs to choose from
💻 Order online here: Click to Order! (small service fee applies)
💵 Prefer cash or check? Turn in your paper order form to the front office — no extra fees!
🗓️ Deadline: October 31st
🎁 Pickup: Early December — just in time for the holidays!
Got questions? 📧 Email Mr. Medina at amedina@westsideschools.org
Let’s show our Westside pride and keep the music going strong!


Thursday, October 16th – EARLY DISMISSAL at 12:05 p.m.
Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:30–8:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17th – NO SCHOOL for students (Teacher Professional Development).
Thanks for planning ahead, Warrior families! ❤️🤍

