To all applicants for 2012-2013:
We are still working through all of the application materials and March 2 assessment/test results. Those who are offered a space at Westmount will need to make a decision about their child's school transportation. To help you, please have a look at the following document.
http://www.westmountcharter.com/pdfs/transportation_considerations_1213.pdf
Thanks!
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Parking on March 2nd...
There are two basic messages regarding parking on March 2nd:
1. Please allow enough time to find a parking spot - if you come at 8:59 AM and expect to find a legal parking space anywhere near the school, you will be disappointed! We will be ready for you at 8:45 AM, so you can drop off your son/daughter at the registration desk and then head back to your vehicle. If you need to cross the street, please use designated crosswalks.
2. Please obey all parking signs. IN PARTICULAR, the west side of 32nd Street NW (directly opposite the front of the elementary campus) is designated as "parking by permit only" and is not for Westmount's use. Please be courteous to our neighbours in the Parkdale and University Heights communities by parking in designated zones ONLY.
Thank you. Assessment/testing day is always a busy day, but a good day. Please make sure that your child is well-rested and well fed for this exciting day, and be here with enough time to spare that your child does not feel rushed.
1. Please allow enough time to find a parking spot - if you come at 8:59 AM and expect to find a legal parking space anywhere near the school, you will be disappointed! We will be ready for you at 8:45 AM, so you can drop off your son/daughter at the registration desk and then head back to your vehicle. If you need to cross the street, please use designated crosswalks.
2. Please obey all parking signs. IN PARTICULAR, the west side of 32nd Street NW (directly opposite the front of the elementary campus) is designated as "parking by permit only" and is not for Westmount's use. Please be courteous to our neighbours in the Parkdale and University Heights communities by parking in designated zones ONLY.
Thank you. Assessment/testing day is always a busy day, but a good day. Please make sure that your child is well-rested and well fed for this exciting day, and be here with enough time to spare that your child does not feel rushed.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Kindergarten application deadline has now passed
The application deadline for Westmount's 2012-2013 Kindergarten was 4:00 PM today, February 29, 2012.
We will do our best to notify "on time" parents about their child's Kindergarten application status by the time we go on spring break, March 23, 2012.
We will do our best to notify "on time" parents about their child's Kindergarten application status by the time we go on spring break, March 23, 2012.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Location of March 2 tests/assessments...
This Friday, March 2 is test/assessment day!
Grade One applicants come to the elementary campus,
728 - 32 Street NW.
Room assignments will be given, starting at 8:45 AM. The grade one assessment activities run from 9:00 AM to 2:45 PM.
High School (grades nine to twelve) applicants come to the mid-high campus,
2215 Uxbridge Drive NW.
Room assignments will be given, starting at 8:45 AM. The assessment activities for High School applicants run from 9:00 AM to noon
There is no testing for grades 2-8 applicants at this time.
Parents, PLEASE be courteous when parking in our neighbourhoods. Parking zones/restrictions are clearly marked and will be enforced. Thanks!
Grade One applicants come to the elementary campus,
728 - 32 Street NW.
Room assignments will be given, starting at 8:45 AM. The grade one assessment activities run from 9:00 AM to 2:45 PM.
High School (grades nine to twelve) applicants come to the mid-high campus,
2215 Uxbridge Drive NW.
Room assignments will be given, starting at 8:45 AM. The assessment activities for High School applicants run from 9:00 AM to noon
There is no testing for grades 2-8 applicants at this time.
Parents, PLEASE be courteous when parking in our neighbourhoods. Parking zones/restrictions are clearly marked and will be enforced. Thanks!
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Grade 2-8 announcement
We regret to inform all of our grade 2-8 applicants that due to an extremely limited number of spaces for 2012-2013, there will NOT be admissions testing for grades 2-8 on March 2.
Grade 1 testing, and Grade 9-12 testing will proceed as planned. Thank you to all applicants for your interest in Westmount.
Grade 1 testing, and Grade 9-12 testing will proceed as planned. Thank you to all applicants for your interest in Westmount.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
High School Application Deadline is Feb 15
A reminder to all new grade 9-12 applicants: your application and all supporting documentation must be received by the school by Wednesday, February 15 at 4:00 PM. Thanks for your interest in Westmount!
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Deadline has passed for grade 1-8 applications
At 4:00 PM today, Wednesday, February 8, the application links for grades 1-8 were removed. Several hundred applications were received prior to this deadline, and we will now be reviewing these in preparation for March 2 assessment day!
Thursday, February 2, 2012
February 8 - deadline for grade 1-8 applications
Just a reminder that applications for grades 1-8 must be received by the school by 4:00 PM on Wednesday, February 8, 2012.
We've had a flood of applications thus far, and will initially be reviewing only those applications that have been received by this deadline. Late applications will be considered only after we have fully processed all those received on time.
Thanks!
We've had a flood of applications thus far, and will initially be reviewing only those applications that have been received by this deadline. Late applications will be considered only after we have fully processed all those received on time.
Thanks!
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
High School Info Night is TONIGHT, Jan 25 2012
Wednesday, January 25 is Westmount Charter School's annual student and parent information night for grades 9-12. It's at 7:00 PM in the mid-high gym (2nd floor, 2215 Uxbridge Dr NW). This evening will include information for Westmount's current mid-grade students looking ahead to their High School planning, as well as new applicants.
Parents and students, grades 5-8, are also welcome at the January 25 meeting, but the focus of the evening will be our grade 9-12 program.
Parents and students, grades 5-8, are also welcome at the January 25 meeting, but the focus of the evening will be our grade 9-12 program.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Registration forms are now available
As of the evening of January 18, 2012, Westmount's online registration forms became available. For all grades, you will need to (1) download, complete and submit an application form, AND (2) complete and submit an online nomination form, AND (3) arrange for a Teacher or other "adult outside the family" to complete and submit an online referral form. In addition, grade 9-12 applicants need to submit an academic resume.
To find any/all of these forms, follow the "Links to Westmount Admission Pages" on the right hand side of this page. Once you're on the grade-appropriate admissions page, the forms may be downloaded via the "quick links" at the bottom of the page.
To find any/all of these forms, follow the "Links to Westmount Admission Pages" on the right hand side of this page. Once you're on the grade-appropriate admissions page, the forms may be downloaded via the "quick links" at the bottom of the page.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
K-1 Parent info night TONIGHT - Jan 18 2012
Application season begins this evening for parents of 2012-2012 Kindergarten and Grade One applicants. Start the process by attending the Parent Information Night at our elementary gym, 728-32 St NW, then go online afterward to download and complete fill the online application materials.
This is your best opportunity to learn about our school and speak with school staff about any special needs/concerns you may have. Since we will not be having an information night for grade 2, 3 and 4 applicants, tonight would be a time for parents of these children to get a look at the elementary campus and meet some of our teachers.
Even with the very cold weather, we expect a good crowd tonight. Please note that we do not provide child care for the evening, so please make child care arrangements for your child(ren).
This is your best opportunity to learn about our school and speak with school staff about any special needs/concerns you may have. Since we will not be having an information night for grade 2, 3 and 4 applicants, tonight would be a time for parents of these children to get a look at the elementary campus and meet some of our teachers.
Even with the very cold weather, we expect a good crowd tonight. Please note that we do not provide child care for the evening, so please make child care arrangements for your child(ren).
Friday, December 16, 2011
Revised Brochures Available
The following general information brochures are now available:
Kindergarten
http://www.westmountcharter.com/pdfs/brochure_kindergarten.pdf
Grades 1-4
http://www.westmountcharter.com/pdfs/brochure_elementary.pdf
Grades 5-8
http://www.westmountcharter.com/pdfs/brochure_mid.pdf
Grades 9-12
http://www.westmountcharter.com/pdfs/brochure_high.pdf
Kindergarten
http://www.westmountcharter.com/pdfs/brochure_kindergarten.pdf
Grades 1-4
http://www.westmountcharter.com/pdfs/brochure_elementary.pdf
Grades 5-8
http://www.westmountcharter.com/pdfs/brochure_mid.pdf
Grades 9-12
http://www.westmountcharter.com/pdfs/brochure_high.pdf
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Information Evenings, January 2012
When is the information evening? Depends on the grade.
Kindergarten and Grade One: Parents only, no child care is available.
January 18, 2012 from 7:00-8:30 at the elementary campus gym,
728 - 32 Street NW.
High School (Grades 9 -12): Students and parents
January 25, 2012 from 7:00-8:30 at the mid-high campus gym,
2215 Uxbridge Drive NW.
As for Grades 2-8... due to our limited openings at grades 2-8, we are still determining if/how/when to hold an information session for these grades.
We will be accepting applications for grades 2-8 starting January 19, 2012 until February 8, 2012 BUT we will not be doing any assessments until we have indications of space available.
For more information, check the specific links on the right hand side of this page.
Kindergarten and Grade One: Parents only, no child care is available.
January 18, 2012 from 7:00-8:30 at the elementary campus gym,
728 - 32 Street NW.
High School (Grades 9 -12): Students and parents
January 25, 2012 from 7:00-8:30 at the mid-high campus gym,
2215 Uxbridge Drive NW.
As for Grades 2-8... due to our limited openings at grades 2-8, we are still determining if/how/when to hold an information session for these grades.
We will be accepting applications for grades 2-8 starting January 19, 2012 until February 8, 2012 BUT we will not be doing any assessments until we have indications of space available.
For more information, check the specific links on the right hand side of this page.
new Kindergarten application procedure!
Please note: the Kindergarten admission process has been reviewed and significant changes have been made for 2012-2013, as follows:
1. Kindergarten is becoming part of our programming for gifted learners.
2. Enrollment in Kindergarten, which used to be 'first come, first served' is now going to be based on a screening of students, based on profiles provided by parents and other nominators.
3. Siblings will continue to have the first opportunity for Kindergarten spaces, HOWEVER, the siblings MUST meet the screening criteria described in #2 above.
4. Students who are admitted into the 2012-2013 Kindergarten class will be assessed in March 2013 for entrance into grade one. Enrollment in Westmount's Kindergarten program does not guarantee enrollment in grade one, but Westmount's 2012-2013 Kindergarten students will be given first priority in 2013-2014 placement decisions.
Please note: as with all publicy-funded kindergarten programs in Alberta, the birthday cut-off for 2012-2013 Kindergarten applicants will be February 29, 2008. Children born later than February 29, 2008 will need to wait until subsequent school years to apply for kindergarten.
For more information, see http://www.westmountcharter.com/admissions/kindergarten_registration_procedures.html
1. Kindergarten is becoming part of our programming for gifted learners.
2. Enrollment in Kindergarten, which used to be 'first come, first served' is now going to be based on a screening of students, based on profiles provided by parents and other nominators.
3. Siblings will continue to have the first opportunity for Kindergarten spaces, HOWEVER, the siblings MUST meet the screening criteria described in #2 above.
4. Students who are admitted into the 2012-2013 Kindergarten class will be assessed in March 2013 for entrance into grade one. Enrollment in Westmount's Kindergarten program does not guarantee enrollment in grade one, but Westmount's 2012-2013 Kindergarten students will be given first priority in 2013-2014 placement decisions.
Please note: as with all publicy-funded kindergarten programs in Alberta, the birthday cut-off for 2012-2013 Kindergarten applicants will be February 29, 2008. Children born later than February 29, 2008 will need to wait until subsequent school years to apply for kindergarten.
For more information, see http://www.westmountcharter.com/admissions/kindergarten_registration_procedures.html
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