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Happy Easter to Trojan Nation

Happy Easter! We hope everyone has enjoyed their extra long weekend! EOC(End of Course) testing will begin soon; Apr. 20 and Apr. 27 will both be virtual days for students who are not testing. Students who are testing will still need to attend this day.

First, we would like to start by congratulating the following students for being selected to perform in this year’s Morristown-West Talent Show: Jacob Bass, Drew Anderson, Analena DiTullio, Megan Schang, Wilber Torres, Joseph Parrott, Samantha Bowser, Gabriella Adams, and Jenna Bertrand. We look forward to seeing their amazing performances being showcased.

The Talent Show will take place on Friday, Apr. 21, during 3rd period; all contestants will have the chance to win cash prizes up to $100. There are three more available spots open in our show and we will be hosting a second round of auditions during TNN this Wednesday, Apr. 12. Singers, dancers, musicians, comedians, poets, magicians, and any other special talent is welcome! If you have a talent that you would like to show off, contact Ms. Cobb or Mrs. Story to sign up! The Talent Show will be performed live in the auditorium twice; students will have the opportunity to purchase a $2 ticket for one of the shows depending on their lunch times.

Congratulations to FBLA students who competed this past week in Chattanooga, TN. The students attended business conferences, competed, and toured the city. Congratulations to Lauren Gray for winning the Dr. Bill Ratliff scholarship. Kudos to Tania Roque Castro, Kaila Evans, Isabella Swanton, Lauren Gray, and Charlie Fitzgerald for placing top eight in the state for events of advertising, business communications, hospitality management, and journalism.

Way to go Astron yearbook staff for placing first place in American Scholastic Press Association, outstanding senior section, and superior yearbook award!

Senior Cap and Gown portraits will be taken this Tuesday, Apr. 11, in the auditorium from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition, all Seniors will report to the auditorium during TNN(10:54 – 11:39) on Thursday, Apr. 13, for a graduation meeting; information regarding the graduation ceremony and practice, tickets for graduation, parking, cap decorations, and other important information. Students who are typically off-campus during this time are advised to attend this meeting as well. They will need to sign in and out through the main office; we recommend arriving a few minutes early.

The Executive Council meeting for this Monday, Apr. 10, has been postponed to Apr. 24, which will be the last Executive Council meeting of the year.

This year, the Morristown-West Prom will be Saturday, Apr. 29. If you decide to bring a guest, there are important steps and guidelines in place due to safety concerns. A form must be filled out prior with their information. Forms are available in the library from Ms. Long. Contact Mrs. Collins (room 440) at collinsa122@hcboe.net or Ms. Long (library) at longb@hcboe.net with any questions. Cinderella’s Closet is open, by appointment only. If you need formal wear, dresses, shoes, makeup free of charge, call 865-287-5118 to schedule an appointment.

West High is proud to announce that we will be having our very own Dance Team! Try-outs for the Morristown-West Dance Team will be next week, Apr. 17 through Apr. 21. Anyone interested should join the Google Classroom with code: d553qrp.

For sports, Trojan’s Baseball will be playing against Sevier County on Monday, Apr. 10. On Thursday, Apr. 13, they will be playing against Knox Halls, and on Friday, Apr. 14, Baseball will be playing against Union County. Saturday, Apr. 15, they will be playing against Hardin Valley. Monday, Apr. 11, Tennis will have a match against Jeff County and on Thursday, Apr. 13, they will play Greeneville. On Thursday, Apr. 13, Softball will be playing against Jefferson. Friday, Apr. 14, Track and Field will be competing in the Kyle Morrell Invitational Meet in Morristown, TN. We wish all Trojan athletes best of luck in their competitions.

In honor of Mr. Brian Marcum, there will be a scholarship available for Seniors who are planning to major in education; applications are available in the counseling office and the deadline will be Apr. 21, 2023.

We look forward to seeing everyone back in school Monday!

As always, Go Trojans!