Congratulations to  Racimony Hun, who was awarded the Houston Community College's "Outstanding Workforce Dual Credit Student/HISD" for Spring 2008. Miss Hun was honored this past Friday, May 2, at the Westchase Marriott at HCC's 15th Annual Student Awards Banquet.
PHOTO: (L to R) Ms. Cornelia Davis, Westbury CATE Teacher; Miss Racimony Hun, awardee; Mrs. Caldwell, HCC.

Westbury to Name Park after Longtime School Supporter

The HISD Board of Education approved a plan on February 14 to name Westbury High School's SPARK park after passionate school supporter and community leader Rita Woodward

SOURCE: www.houstonisd.org - Posted 22 Feb 08
HISD’s Westbury High School will name its SPARK school park in honor of a longtime supporter of the school, Rita Woodward.

The district’s Board of Education approved the new name during its regular monthly meeting on February 14.

“We want to name the park after Rita because Rita exemplifies what it looks like when a community member is passionate about a school and a community,” said Westbury Executive Principal Kimberly Fonteno. “Rita raised money for the park and made it happen. She shows that one person can make a difference, benefiting not just the campus but the whole community. Rita also champions other issues like getting funding for children who don't have money for field trips or AP exams. Rita shows us how one community member can help all students be successful.”

Westbury principal Eric Coleman said, “During my brief time as principal, Ms. Woodward has displayed unwavering dedication to the campus and students of Westbury High School. It is my understanding that this dedication has been the norm for her for many years. She is always enthusiastic and passionate about the work that she does making sure that our students have the very best.”

Westbury's National Honor Society (NHS) Chapter establishes rules for membership that are based upon a student's outstanding performance in the areas of scholarship, community service, leadership and character. Dues are $15 and meeting dates are the first Wednesday of the month during advocacy. Sponsor: Ms. Sharon Batson. 

FREE BAND CONCERT on Sunday March 2, 2008, at 2 p.m. at Welch Middle School on 11544 South Gessner. FREE PARKING. Featured Bands include: The Houston Concert Band, Kate Bell School Orchestra, Welch Jazz Band, Westbury Christian School Band, Sharpstown High School Band and the Westbury High School Jazz Band. For more information, please view these flyers - ENGLISH - SPANISH as PDFs.

You're Invited to the -Westbury Faculty/Staff vs. Students Basketball Game on March 7 at 2:15 in the large gym. Come enjoy the basketball game, concessions, prizes, half-time entertainment. The event is 100% fun and laughs as Westbury's finest takes on the faculty/staff. Tickets are $5.

Westbury's Air Force JROTC Program earned 95.69 out of 100 points in last week's inspection. Of the 100 Cadets inspected and reviewed, 60 earned Citation Cords, a new record surpassing the previous high of 45 cords awarded. The cords are given for perfection in appearance and knowledge of the aerospace science curriculum. Congratulations Cadets, Colonel Tilley and Master Sergeant Garcia. CLICK HERE to learn about Westbury's Air Force Junior ROTC Program.

Westbury Alumnus Turned Professional Athlete Visits Foerster Elementary Chicago Bears’ offensive lineman Anthony Oakley gives inspiring speech to fifth-graders

Chicago Bears offensive lineman Anthony Oakley came to Foerster Elementary School to encourage students to do well in their studies. With him are fifth-graders Alex Ortiz (left) and Marquis Johns.

Students at Cecile Foerster Elementary School celebrated Black History Month with a special visit from a professional football player, Chicago Bears’ offensive lineman Anthony Oakley.

Oakley, a proud product of HISD schools, attended Walter Fondren Middle School in the early 1990s and graduated from Westbury High School in 1999.

He visited Foerster Elementary School on February 20 to share his educational experience and talk about the road that led him to the National Football League.

Oakley spoke with fifth-grade students about the importance of aspiring for success, taking action to secure good grades and reach goals, and attaining the best education. He also described his experiences in college and emphasized to students that he was a student-athlete.

“The word student comes first,” he explained, “because attending any university is about obtaining an education that prepares you for life after college and after sports.”

When fifth-grade student Xavier Johnson asked what Mr. Oakley’s plans were after the NFL, Oakley responded, “My wife and I will have a real estate business.” He also plans to use his degree in advertising to help with his father’s construction business.

Westbury Creates a College-bound Culture with Go Center, College Trips, College Night and SAT Tutorials

Westbury High School undertook a cultural change this year by creating a college-bound culture for all of its students.
     Westbury's new "Go Center" features college scholarship information, college applications, and how-to books on becoming a successful candidate for college admission. For more information on the "Go Center," click here. (PDF)
     Students also attended a College Night, several college trips to area universities and now SAT tutorials. Putting these offerings together are Westbury's  Parent Coordinator, Ms. Carolyn Clemons; College Coordinator, Ms. Sharon Brown; Special Education Facilitator Ms. Elnora Sampson; and Instructional Coordinator, Ms. Tiffany Guillory. For more information, please contact Sharon Brown at sbrown16@houstonisd.org.   
 

From Slavery to Freedom: Celebrating African American Heritage
   

This year, Westbury offered two assemblies on Black History Month.
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