On Oct. 14, the Willow volleyball team (varsity and JV) participated in a morning of service at Okra Abbey, a community garden in uptown New Orleans. They spent the morning weeding, fertilizing and planting vegetables and flowers.
The Friends of the New Orleans Public Library has multiple volunteer opportunities coming up. They are seeking student volunteers in need of community service hours who can assist with book sales. Location: Latter Library , 5120 St. Charles Ave. Volunteer Sign-up Link: volunteersignup.org/FWPYC Be sure to turn in volunteer hours to Ms. Roberts in the Guidance office.
LAST CHANCE to order Homecoming "Nerd Bowl" T-shirts! T-shirts will be distributed before the Homecoming Game. All monies raised will go to Student Life. Shirts are $20. Order here: https://willowschoolptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/43408310
Congratulations to the following Willow High School students for achieving perfect attendance for Quarter 1!! Each of them received a gift certificate from the Spirit Shop for one item. Congrats to Ariella Do, grade 8; Ellison Stricklin, grade 9; Catrell Leashore, grade 10; Booker Henry, grade 11; and Max Moorman, grade 12. There will be perfect attendance lotteries every quarter, one winner per grade. Make sure absences are accurate in PowerSchool. Make medical appointments during lunch or after school. See Ms. Roy in the front office or email her if you have any questions about attendance. attendance_high@willowschoolnola.org. Seniors with perfect attendance for the entirety of their senior year are eligible to win a new car from Toyota of New Orleans!
The Mayor's Office of Youth and Families' 2023 Mayor For a Day Essay Contest is now accepting submissions through Oct. 30. The program aims to foster and encourage leadership in young people living in New Orleans. New Orleans youth ages 11 to 18 are invited to write essays about what New Orleans would be like if they were Mayor for a day. Three winners will be selected and given the opportunity to be sworn in and shadow the Mayor for a day. For submission instructions, please visit the Mayor for a Day Essay Contest website here: https://nola.gov/office-of-youth-and-families/signature-programs-initiatives/mayor-for-a-day-essay-contest/#:~:text=The%20%E2%80%9CMayor%20for%20a%20Day,were%20Mayor%20for%20a%20day Contact: Mike Mosko, Program Manger, OYF, michael.mosko@nola.gov
Our next High School Parent Coffee will be on Thursday, Oct. 19, 8-9 am in the library. Come join us for a cup of coffee! Visit with parents and staff, and hear what is going on at The Willow High School. If you would like to bring a breakfast item or have any questions about the event, please contact Becky Collins at becky_collins@willowschoolnola.org.
Homecoming "Nerd Bowl" T-shirts are on sale until Saturday, Oct. 14. T-shirts will be distributed before the Homecoming Game. All monies raised will go to Student Life. Shirts are $20. Order here by Saturday: https://willowschoolptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/43408310
New Orleans Public Library (NOPL) Youth Outreach Librarian M'issa Fleming visited the High School library as part of Library Card Month. M'issa told students all about the free resources NOPL offers for teens. Visit https://nolalibrary.org/ for more info!
Willow alum Karisma Price recently visited the High School library and read from her book, I’m Always So Serious. She spoke to creative writing students about her writing process and her studies as a college and graduate student.
Sales of this special PINK shirt end Friday. Wear your special edition PINK Willow VB shirt to the team's PINK GAME on Oct. 18 at 4pm in the gym and get free admission. Funds raised will support a local organization doing work to educate the community on breast cancer awareness and treatment. Order here: https://willowschoolptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/volleyball
Practice the 4-7-8 breathing technique: Breathe in for a count of 4, hold the breath for a count of 7, exhale for a count of 8. Use this calming breath technique to diffuse moments of tension and restore balance. #mentalminute #NOLAPScares
Update your Willow Athletics gear to show support for your favorite team and student athletes! Grab a team shirt and accessories, just in time for Homecoming! Get your order in now for Fall Sports (Swimming, Running, Volleyball, Football). We are taking PRE-ORDERS ONLY through Monday, Oct. 10 at 5pm. at this link: https://willowschoolptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/boostermerch
The PTSA Soiree is just around the corner! Don't miss your chance to sponsor this popular event! Go here for sponsorship info or to donate items for the auction: https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-001C000001HAGGWIA5/events/vevt:628dfe0a-65b9-4959-9cc6-e7445567ee9d/sponsorship-packages
Congratulations to Ms. Stacey Roberts, beloved member of Willow Team Guidance, for placing as 2nd Overall Female in this weekend's Crescent Connection Bridge Run! Her fast feet are an inspiration. She kept a 7-minute pace running over the bridge. Think about that the next time you are driving it!
Come out to Raising Cane's on 2900 s. Claiborne Ave. Our PTSA is holding a fundraiser at Raising Cane's until 8 PM tonight!
National Hispanic Heritage Month dedicates time every Sept. 15-Oct. 15 to honor the cultures, experiences and stories of Hispanic and Latinx Americans.
Parents/guardians, if you completed your background check at the beginning of last school year, it is about to expire! To volunteer at school and on field trips, the school must have a current background check on file. Background checks are good for one calendar year. Orleans Parish residents may obtain your record at the police department located at 715 S. Broad St. It is an easy process that will take 15 mins and cost $5 cash. If you live outside of Orleans Parish, please visit that parish police department. Once done, please bring the original document (copies are not accepted) to the school office to be kept on file.
Help spread the word about our upcoming Open Houses for prospective students and their families! Let's highlight everything we love about The Willow School!
High School parents/guardians, please join us for coffee in the library (3rd floor) tomorrow, Thursday 9/21, at 8am. Hope to see you there!
Flash back to the 90s with the Willow School PTSA at the Soiree and Silent Auction "90s FOREVER!" on Saturday, Oct. 28, at Central City BBQ. Tickets are $65 and include an open bar, BBQ, live entertainment, an amazing silent auction and more! Don't forget to wear your favorite 90s threads! You can purchase your tickets and sponsorship at this website: https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-001C000001HAGGWIA5/events/vevt:628dfe0a-65b9-4959-9cc6-e7445567ee9d/home/story
