Newsletter
Who is my counselor?
- Mr. Behrmann (A-D)
- Mrs. Rupper (E-K)
- Ms. Kennady (L-Q)
- Ms. Cat (R-Z)
Calendar
- Aug 20 - First Day of School
- Sept 1 - Labor Day - No School
- Sept 24-25 - Parent Teacher Conferences
- Sept 26 - No school
- Oct 3 - No School
- Oct 17 - Last Day of Q1 - No School
- Oct 20-24 Fall Break - No School
Social Skills
Here are a few tips and tricks to make new friends in school.
- Introduce yourself to others
- Talk to other people - ask them about their summer, their goals for the year
- Make mental notes of someone in your class who enjoys doing some of the same things you like to do.
- Share what you like to do with others.
- Make a plan to get together either at lunch or after school if they live close to you.
- Sit by someone at lunch and have a conversation. Ask about favorite foods and foods you dislike, etc.
Laugh Out Loud!
Why did the bicycle fall over?
Last Joke: Why couldn't the pirate learn the alphabet? He got lost at "C"
We Care!
Counseling office staff is available via email, phone call, or through Canvas.
Suicide Prevention
We want everyone to feel safe and to be safe here at West Hills Middle School. To assist in this goal, our counselors teach suicide prevention classes to all students. This suicide prevention resource list has many resources for our students and community who might need immediate help in dealing with suicidal behaviors or ideation.
Mental Health Resources
If you or someone you know is in need of immediate assistance, you can reach out via SafeUT. Using SafeUT, a student or parent can report concerns about suicide & Self-Harm, depression, anxiety, mental health issues, bullying, among other issues. SafeUT allows tips and concerns to be submitted via text or a phone call.
More tips and information from Jordan Health and Wellness
Jordan Family Education Center
9th Grade - College and Career Readiness Materials
If you are looking for help in preparing your student for their future, Utah's Parent Toolkit for College and Career Readiness is a toolkit with resources and tools to help you and your child navigate and plan from middle school through high school. It will help you to be college and career ready.
Plan for College and Career Readiness
College and Career Readiness Booklet
Additional Links
- Ask About ALPS
- District Math Resources
- English Learning Resources
- District Virtual Learning Online Schools
- Jordan Family Education Center
- A Middle School Blog: The Strength Maker
- School Prevention Plan
