SWHS Weekly Update

 

Southwest High School is conducting a Parent Survey. 

  • We value your opinion and ask that you take the time to complete this survey.  There are a few unfamiliar terms you may come across in this survey.
  • “Governing body” refers to the Southwest Leadership Council.
  •  “Stakeholders” are the people who are affected by the decisions and work of the school.  Stakeholders include students, parents, teachers, and community members. 
  • “Equitable curriculum” is one that includes a variety of learning strategies to try to meet the needs of all students.

 

In order to complete the survey, please go to: http://www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/3633092

Please be assured that your responses to this survey will be anonymous.  Your honest opinion is appreciated.

 

Student Survey -

All students should have received a notification for the student survey in their email and on Naviance.  If you haven’t taken the survey yet, please complete it as soon as possible.  You can link to the survey here


Young Artist’s Party: Friday May 18, 6-9pm at MCAD

Come celebrate SWHS IB art students and their work at the Young Artist’s Party. Held in the second floor gallery at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, this fun event is open to all. There will be a gallery of student art on display, appetizers and beverages, and a silent auction.  Suggested donation $10/person.  Proceeds will help buy supplies for Southwest’s art department. Questions?  Cecily.spano@mpls.k12.mn.us

 

Performances by SWHS music groups:

  • Plan B from Outer Space plays on Saturday at noon in front of Famous Dave’s in the Linden Hills Business District. 
  • The SW Pep Band is playing at the Metrodome for the Tubman Fundraiser 5:30-7:00pM. 
  • On Sunday, the SW Marching Band leads the Linden Hills Festival Parade at 11AM (43rd and Xerxes)
  •  Uncommon Sense plays in Linden Hills Park at Noon.

 

Softball Fundraiser

Please come to the breakfast and help support our fastpitch program. You can buy tickets at the door or from any fastpitch player.  There is also a raffle held at the breakfast.  Famous Dave’s in Linden Hills 43rd and Upton Ave So. Sunday, May 20th, 2012 7:00 a.m.- 10:00 a.m.    More info

 

Lake Harriet Concert Series this week!

  • Orchestra and Jazz Band - Lake Harriet - Mon, May 21 – 7pm
  • Concert Band, Wind Ensemble and Stan the Man and his Casual Band- Tue, May 22 – 7pm
  • Dance Concert at Lake Harriet – Wed, May 23 – 7pm
  • Choir Concert – Thursday, May 24 – 7pm

 

Summer School

will be held from July 9th-August 2nd at Washburn, South, Roosevelt, Edison and Henry and Online.  Students should see their counselor to sign up.

 

All Night Senior Party Volunteers needed. 

Sophomore and Junior Parents! What goes on at a Senior all night party?  Sign up to help with the Post-graduation party – Friday, June 1st  and find out!  Email Joan Leverenz at southwestptsa@gmail.com  or click here to learn more.

 

Junior/Senior Prom

The Junior Senior Prom will be at the Walker Art Center on May 19th (7-11PM)!    Prom is for Juniors and Seniors only and there are a limited number of tickets, so buy them fast! Prom is at the Walker Art Center on May 19th!   

 

SWHS Teacher Patrick O’Connor wins award from Williams College

Each year, Williams College seniors nominate high school teachers who played influential roles in their lives and their learning.  Southwest Alum and Williams Senior Alison Pincus nominated Mr. O’Connor.  More info

 

The Memory Project Delivered.

This project was coordinated by senior IB Diploma Candidates Singer Horse Capture and Becca Mattson.  Here are some photographs of the orphan kids in Sierra Leone holding the portraits drawn by our students and a few parents.

IB EXAMS

Students will be receiving email notices shortly about fees due for IB exams that they registered for, but did not take.  When parent emails are available, parents will be copied on this notice.   This is a reminder that if a student did not complete ANY part of the IB exam assessment (oral exam, world lit paper, math portfolio, etc) they will be assessed this fee, which is $50 per exam missed.  These fees must be paid before the student will be able to pick up yearbook or cap and gown. Checks should be made out to Southwest High School and delivered to the IB Office.

 

Are you interested in Fencing at SWHS?

A few students and their parents are exploring the possibility of starting a fencing club at SWHS.   The club would require the support of a group of parents, and may involve getting a trainer.    Students or parents interested in a fencing club at SWHS can contact Logan Schade or his dad, Barry Schade, 612-377-8152  or  barryschade@mac.com

 

Graduation Information is Available Here
Graduation is scheduled for Friday, June 1st at 8:00 p.m. in the Minneapolis Convention Center - Downtown Minneapolis

 

Senior Party SWHS All-Night Senior Party Is Just 2 Weeks Away

All seniors are invited to attend the All-Night Senior Party immediately following the graduation ceremony on June 1. This will be a fun, safe, end of the year event for the Class of 2012 to celebrate together.  Register your son or daughter by Friday, May 25 to be eligible for the early bird fee of $40. The price goes up to $50 after May 25. Registrations were mailed to all seniors in early May. You may also download a registration form in English, Somali ,or Spanish from the SWHS website.

For more information about the event and to download a registration form, click :http://southwest.mpls.k12.mn.us/graduation_party.html.

Register now for the Southwest High Graduation Party!  June 1-2 starting at 10:30 p.m. right after the graduation ceremony.  Stay up all night with friends. Cost is $40 if you register on or before May 25. $50 after May 25th. Financial assistance is available. Information?

 

SW Jazz on KBEM

Tune in to Jazz88 FM every Tuesday night at 7PM to hear “Jazz at Southwest”, our own radio show featuring SW jazz musicians and hosted by senior, Morgan Wilcock. 

The Break Dance group meets every Monday in the Dance studio from 3:15 – 4:30. 

Come learn something new or share what you have!  No prior experience necessary.

Interested in hosting an exchange student?

Nacel Open Door  http://www.nacelopendoor.org/

American Cultural Exchange Service http://www.exploretheworld.org/
PDF Art Party Flier   --  Young Artist’s Party: Friday May 18, 6-9pm at MCAD Come celebrate SWHS IB art students and their work at the Young Artist’s Party. Held in the second floor gallery at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, this fun event is open to all. There will be a gallery of student art on display, appetizers and beverages, and a silent auction. Suggested donation $10/person. Proceeds will help buy supplies for Southwest’s art department. Questions? Cecily.spano@mpls.k12.mn.us