K-12 Announcements

Special Early Release Schedule on Wednesday, February 12th: On February 12, 2025, students will be dismissed from school at 12:00 PM. We understand the pressure this puts on families to pick up from school early, so we do not make this change lightly.

Prior to the launch of the school year, our entire staff had the opportunity to work with Dr. Sharroky Hollie, a nationally recognized educator who specializes in culturally and linguistically responsive teaching strategies. Nowhere is this work more significant and impactful than in our community which has recently been celebrated as one of the most diverse regions in the country. On February 12th, Dr. Hollie will return to Westlake Charter School to continue the work we began in the fall.

Thank you for your collaboration and support regarding this change in the schedule. If you need any support or information regarding this schedule change, please do not hesitate to reach out to our administrative team.

2025-26 Lottery Application Window: Our 2025-26  lottery is open now through January 31st, including our freshman, sophomore,  junior and senior classes at Westlake Charter High School! Current students do not need to fill out an application to continue their enrollment at WCS; however, siblings do need to fill out lottery applications to attend. Spread the word and encourage friends and family to visit JoinWestlake.com to apply today.

SacRT Flex – New Shared-Use Mobility Service: Sacramento Regional Transit is introducing SacRT Flex, a new shared-use mobility service.  CLICK HERE to learn more.

K-12 Talent Show Sign-Ups: It’s time for our annual Talent Show auditions! CLICK HERE to sign up your student to showcase their talent, host or join the event crew. All audition sign ups need to be completed by Tuesday, January 14th, and all participants must be available for auditions on Thursday, January 23rd, at 3:30pm at the K-8 campus.  Please email [email protected] with any questions.

2025-26 Academic Calendar: CLICK HERE to reference the 2025-26 Academic Calendar which was approved at the WCS Board Meeting on December 12th.  The 2025-26 school year will start on Wednesday, August 13th, 2025 and end on Wednesday, June 10th, 2026.  If you have any questions regarding the calendar, please contact [email protected].

K-8 Announcements

Online Curriculum Challenge: The Minute Challenge: ‘The Minute Challenge” is in full swing!  We are aiming for all K-8 Explorers to participate in this challenge from now through February 14th.  We are encouraging students to log in and practice their math skills on our online platform called Imagine Math.  K-2 Explorers have a goal of 45 minutes per week and 3-8 Explorers have a goal of 60 minutes per week.  Every minute matters! If you need support with this challenge don’t hesitate to reach out to [email protected].

Middle School Volleyball Interest: Our Middle School Volleyball season will start the week of January 13th. Teams are co-ed and open to all ability levels. CLICK HERE to sign up your Middle School Explorer. Athlete participant packets are required for all student athletes. CLICK HERE for the digital version or pick up a hard copy from the front office. Reach out to Coach Sterling with any questions at [email protected].

Spelling Bee:  It’s time for the annual Spelling Bee! Class winners were notified before Winter Break. Our school Spelling Bee will be held on Wednesday, January 22nd @ 5:30 PM.

Core Value of the Month – Inquiry: Explorers can demonstrate Inquiry across our campus! Teaching, practicing and discussing our core values allows us all to use common language to support our Explorers in the four areas of: Positive Decision Making, Self Awareness, Social Awareness and Digital Citizenship.

Winter Break: Both campuses and BASE will be closed for Winter Break through Monday, January 6th. We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, January 7th. BASE will be open on January 6th.

9-12 Announcements

Upcoming Home Athletics:

• Monday, January 6th @ 6:00 PM: Away – Girls JV Basketball at Sac Adventist
• Monday, January 6th @ 7:30 PM: Away – Boys JV Basketball at Sac Adventist
• Tuesday, January 7th @ 4:30 PM: Home – Boys JV Basketball vs Fortune
• Tuesday, January 7th @ 6:00 PM: Home – Girls Varsity Basketball vs Fortune
• Tuesday, January 7th @ 7:30 PM: Home – Boys Varsity Basketball vs Fortune

WCHS Report Card Timeline: The end of the Semester was December 20th. Teachers will finalize grades the week of January 6th. Report cards will be sent home to families the week of January 13th. In the meantime, we encourage all families to review your child’s academic progress in the Infinite Campus parent portal.  If you need assistance with the portal, email [email protected].

Course Change Requests and Honors Courses:  Course Change Requests will be accepted from Tuesday, January 7th through Friday, January 10th. Please note that students must be logged into their Westlake accounts to complete the form.  Additionally, beginning in 10th grade students at WCHS can opt into embedded honors courses. During the first two weeks of the semester, teachers will be sharing their honors syllabi and exposing students to honors level work.  Students may opt in to taking an honors course by using the Course Change Request form from Tuesday,  January 7th through Tuesday, January 21st.  CLICK HERE for the Course Change Request form which will begin accepting responses on Tuesday, January 7th.

Senior Grad Night: Attention Seniors and Families! WCHS’s Grad Night at Disneyland is happening May 18 – 19th! This unforgettable celebration will be filled with magic, memories, and fun as our graduating class comes together to mark this milestone. Students will enjoy access to Disneyland and California Adventure. CLICK HERE for details and to register.

California State Universities Application Deadlines Extended: CLICK HERE to view the list of California State Universities that are still accepting applications for Fall 2025. If your senior is interested in applying to any of the following campuses, please have them connect with their counselor.

WCHS Boys Volleyball: Get ready to hit the court! WCHS Boys Volleyball is gearing up for an exciting season and we can’t wait to see you out there. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, we welcome all skill levels to join the action! Below is the Off-Season Training Schedule that takes place on our K-8 Campus.

• Saturday, January 11th @ 7:00 PM
• Saturday, January 18th @ 7:00 PM
• Wednesday, January 22nd: Tryouts
  • 2:00 PM – 9th & 10th Grade + New Players
  • 3:00 PM – 11th & 12th + Returning Players
• Friday, January 24th: Teams Announced

Planning for Family Dance & International Festival: We’re getting ready for two exciting spring events—Family Dance on February 1st and the International Festival on April 5th! 💃🌍

• Family Dance – please sign up for the planning committee via the WAVE website. We are looking for at least 5 parents to help make our Family Dance a success on February 1st.
• International Festival – We are actively looking for 5 or more individuals for the planning committee. ALSO, any families interested in hosting a booth or performing should fill out this form.

Log Your Volunteer Hours:  ⏰ It’s time to log your volunteer hours for the 2024-25 school year! ⏰ Whether your volunteer time was last month or earlier this year, make sure you log it this month!

Don’t forget to include hours for meetings, field lessons, at-home prep work, Coffee Talks, WAVE meetings, and so much more! 📚✨

🎯 CLICK HERE to log all your hours in just a few minutes and make sure your contributions are counted! And a huge shoutout to Second Grade for leading the charge with the most volunteer hours so far! 🎉

Kudos: A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Incredible Volunteers 💙

As we look back on 2024, we are filled with deep gratitude for the hundreds of volunteers who made this year truly special at Westlake Charter School. Your generosity and dedication have not only impacted your own children, but every student in our community. From classroom support to event coordination, your efforts have enriched the educational experience for all.

WAVE is continually inspired by your willingness to give your time, energy, and love. You are the heart of this school, and we are beyond thankful for everything you do. Together, you’ve helped create a supportive, thriving community that will leave a lasting impact for years to come. Thank you for making this year so meaningful!