🎉🐾 TODAY'S THE DAY, COUGAR FAMILIES! 🧡💙
The countdown is over—Orientation is TODAY, and school starts TOMORROW! 🎒✨
📅 Orientation – Today (August 5)
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 WSLA Auditorium (Enter through Door J)
Calling all incoming 9th grade students and new WSLA scholars! Join us this evening to:
🐾 Meet our amazing staff
📚 Learn what to expect this school year
❓ Get your questions answered
💙 Begin your Cougar journey with confidence!
Don't forget to:
✅ Have your school supplies ready
⏰ Set your alarm for tomorrow
🎒 Be ready for the first day of school on August 6 at 8:30 AM!
📱 Important Reminder: Our new no electronic device policy went into effect July 1, 2026. We encourage all families to talk with their scholar today about the importance of following this policy so everyone can stay focused on learning from day one.
👕 Uniform Reminder: Parents and guardians, please take a few moments to review the updated WSLA uniform policy with your scholar before arriving tomorrow to help ensure everyone is ready for a successful start to the school year.
We can't wait to welcome our newest Cougars tonight and see ALL of our scholars tomorrow morning as we kick off an incredible year of learning, leadership, and Cougar Pride!
One Team. One Vision. COUGAR PRIDE! 🐾🧡💙
#WSLA #CougarPride #OrientationDay #BackToSchool #SchoolStartsTomorrow #ReadySetCougars
📣 WSLA Families – We Need Your Voice! 🧡💙
At West Side Leadership Academy, we believe that strong schools are built through strong partnerships with our families. That's why we're asking every parent and guardian to take a few minutes to complete the Gary Community School Corporation Family Engagement Survey.
Your feedback is incredibly important because it helps us better understand:
✨ What resources and services your family needs
✨ How we can strengthen communication between home and school
✨ Ways we can support not just our students, but the entire family
✨ What programs and opportunities would make the biggest impact in our community
Every response helps us create a clearer picture of how we can continue to grow and ensure that every Cougar family has the support they need to thrive.
✅ The survey is quick, easy, and confidential.
🎁 As an added bonus, one survey participant will be randomly selected to win a gift card!
Please take a few moments to scan the QR code on the flyer and share your voice. Together, we can build a stronger school, stronger families, and a stronger community.
Your voice matters. Your feedback makes a difference. Together, We Thrive! 🐾
#WSLACougars #TogetherWeThrive #FamilyEngagement #ParentVoice #GCSC #PawsUp #StrongerTogether
At West Side Leadership Academy, we believe that strong schools are built through strong partnerships with our families. That's why we're asking every parent and guardian to take a few minutes to complete the Gary Community School Corporation Family Engagement Survey.
Your feedback is incredibly important because it helps us better understand:
✨ What resources and services your family needs
✨ How we can strengthen communication between home and school
✨ Ways we can support not just our students, but the entire family
✨ What programs and opportunities would make the biggest impact in our community
Every response helps us create a clearer picture of how we can continue to grow and ensure that every Cougar family has the support they need to thrive.
✅ The survey is quick, easy, and confidential.
🎁 As an added bonus, one survey participant will be randomly selected to win a gift card!
Please take a few moments to scan the QR code on the flyer and share your voice. Together, we can build a stronger school, stronger families, and a stronger community.
Your voice matters. Your feedback makes a difference. Together, We Thrive! 🐾
#WSLACougars #TogetherWeThrive #FamilyEngagement #ParentVoice #GCSC #PawsUp #StrongerTogether
🎭🎒 WSLA Families & Community — Don’t Miss These Amazing Opportunities! 🎒🎭
There is so much excitement happening in our community this week!
✨ Support our talented young performers at The Wiz, presented by Woodland Child Development Center’s Musical Theatre Intensive Camp! Join us for the final performance on August 8th (this is the rescheduled date) at 3:00 PM in the Mark Spencer Auditorium at West Side Leadership Academy, 900 Gerry Street, Gary, IN 46406. Tickets are only $10 and it promises to be a wonderful show for the entire family!
🎒 Need school supplies? Families are also invited to the Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, August 8th beginning at 12:00 PM in Merrillville. Free backpacks filled with school supplies will be available while supplies last to help students start the school year prepared and ready to learn!
At WSLA, we are proud to share resources, opportunities, and experiences that support our students and families both inside and outside the classroom. Thank you to our community partners for helping our scholars shine!
#WSLA #PawsUp #CommunityPartners #BackToSchool #TheWiz #WSLAFamily #StudentSuccess
There is so much excitement happening in our community this week!
✨ Support our talented young performers at The Wiz, presented by Woodland Child Development Center’s Musical Theatre Intensive Camp! Join us for the final performance on August 8th (this is the rescheduled date) at 3:00 PM in the Mark Spencer Auditorium at West Side Leadership Academy, 900 Gerry Street, Gary, IN 46406. Tickets are only $10 and it promises to be a wonderful show for the entire family!
🎒 Need school supplies? Families are also invited to the Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, August 8th beginning at 12:00 PM in Merrillville. Free backpacks filled with school supplies will be available while supplies last to help students start the school year prepared and ready to learn!
At WSLA, we are proud to share resources, opportunities, and experiences that support our students and families both inside and outside the classroom. Thank you to our community partners for helping our scholars shine!
#WSLA #PawsUp #CommunityPartners #BackToSchool #TheWiz #WSLAFamily #StudentSuccess
📚🎉 THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL IS HERE, COUGARS! 🐾🧡💙
The countdown is over! We are so excited to welcome all of our West Side Leadership Academy students back for an amazing school year!
📅 First Day of School: Thursday, August 6, 2026
🕣 School Begins: 8:30 AM
🚪 Student Entrance: Door J
Our staff can't wait to welcome everyone back to campus.
Let's kick off the 2026-2027 school year with Cougar Pride! 🐾
We Can. We Will. West Side! 🧡💙
#WestSideLeadershipAcademy #WSLACougars #FirstDayOfSchool #BackToSchool #CougarPride #WeCanWeWillWestSide
🏈🏐🏃♀️ ATTENTION WSLA COUGAR ATHLETES! 🧡💙
It's time to gear up for the Fall Sports Season! If you're interested in representing West Side Leadership Academy this year, be sure to review the practice schedules below.
🏈 Varsity Football
Official Practice Begins: Monday, August 3
Non-contact practices: August 3–5
Contact practices begin: August 6
All athletes MUST have an IHSAA physical on file before participating in any official practice or workout. Please see the attached flyer to schedule your physical with Gary Edgewater.
🏐 Varsity Girls Volleyball
Workouts: August 3–4 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Tryouts: August 5–6 | 4:00–6:00 PM
A current physical must be on file with your coach or the GCSC Athletics Department before participating.
🏈 Varsity Girls Flag Football
First Practice: Tuesday, August 4 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Practices will be held every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
A current physical is required before participation.
🏃♂️ Varsity Cross Country
The official start of Cross Country has been postponed. More information will be shared as soon as it becomes available.
📧 For questions regarding Cross Country, please contact Athletic Director Jon Nwannunu at jlnwannunu@garyschools.org.
📌 Reminder: An IHSAA sports physical is REQUIRED before participating in any official practice or tryout.
Let's have a great fall season! Go Cougars! 🐾🧡💙
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It's time to gear up for the Fall Sports Season! If you're interested in representing West Side Leadership Academy this year, be sure to review the practice schedules below.
🏈 Varsity Football
Official Practice Begins: Monday, August 3
Non-contact practices: August 3–5
Contact practices begin: August 6
All athletes MUST have an IHSAA physical on file before participating in any official practice or workout. Please see the attached flyer to schedule your physical with Gary Edgewater.
🏐 Varsity Girls Volleyball
Workouts: August 3–4 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Tryouts: August 5–6 | 4:00–6:00 PM
A current physical must be on file with your coach or the GCSC Athletics Department before participating.
🏈 Varsity Girls Flag Football
First Practice: Tuesday, August 4 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Practices will be held every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
A current physical is required before participation.
🏃♂️ Varsity Cross Country
The official start of Cross Country has been postponed. More information will be shared as soon as it becomes available.
📧 For questions regarding Cross Country, please contact Athletic Director Jon Nwannunu at jlnwannunu@garyschools.org.
📌 Reminder: An IHSAA sports physical is REQUIRED before participating in any official practice or tryout.
Let's have a great fall season! Go Cougars! 🐾🧡💙
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🚔🌟 Reminder: Join Us Tonight for National Night Out! 🌟🚔
The Gary Police Department invites all Gary families and community members to come out TONIGHT for National Night Out 2026!
📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 RailCats Stadium
1 Stadium Plaza, Gary, IN 46402
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with our local law enforcement, strengthen community relationships, and enjoy an evening of fun with family and friends!
🎉 Enjoy:
Delicious food
Live music
Prizes & giveaways
Family-friendly activities
Community resources
And so much more!
Let's come together to celebrate our community and help build a safer, stronger Gary. We hope to see all of our WSLA Cougar families there!
💙🧡 Go Cougars! 🧡💙
🚨📚 REMINDER, COUGAR FAMILIES! 🧡💙
The first day of school is Thursday, August 6th! 🎉
🕣 Classes begin promptly at 8:30 AM, so make plans now to have your student here on time and ready for an amazing start to the 2026-2027 school year!
🐾 Incoming 9th Grade & New Student Orientation Reminder
If your student is entering 9th grade or is new to West Side Leadership Academy, don't miss Orientation!
📅 Wednesday, August 5th
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 WSLA Auditorium (Enter through Door J)
This is a great opportunity to meet our staff, learn important information, get your questions answered, and prepare for a successful school year.
🎒 School Supply Reminder
Be sure your student has their supplies ready for the first day! General supplies include:
✔️ Binder with dividers
✔️ 2 Composition books
✔️ 2 Poster boards
✔️ Highlighter
✔️ Blue or black ink pens
✔️ College-ruled notebook paper
✔️ Calculator (if required for their courses)
📞 If you have any questions, please contact the Main Office at 219-413-9870.
We can't wait to welcome our Cougar family back and kick off another fantastic year!
🐾 One Team. One Vision. Cougar Pride! 🧡💙
#WSLA #CougarPride #BackToSchool #SchoolStartsAugust6 #OrientationReminder #LeadershipStartsHere
The first day of school is Thursday, August 6th! 🎉
🕣 Classes begin promptly at 8:30 AM, so make plans now to have your student here on time and ready for an amazing start to the 2026-2027 school year!
🐾 Incoming 9th Grade & New Student Orientation Reminder
If your student is entering 9th grade or is new to West Side Leadership Academy, don't miss Orientation!
📅 Wednesday, August 5th
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 WSLA Auditorium (Enter through Door J)
This is a great opportunity to meet our staff, learn important information, get your questions answered, and prepare for a successful school year.
🎒 School Supply Reminder
Be sure your student has their supplies ready for the first day! General supplies include:
✔️ Binder with dividers
✔️ 2 Composition books
✔️ 2 Poster boards
✔️ Highlighter
✔️ Blue or black ink pens
✔️ College-ruled notebook paper
✔️ Calculator (if required for their courses)
📞 If you have any questions, please contact the Main Office at 219-413-9870.
We can't wait to welcome our Cougar family back and kick off another fantastic year!
🐾 One Team. One Vision. Cougar Pride! 🧡💙
#WSLA #CougarPride #BackToSchool #SchoolStartsAugust6 #OrientationReminder #LeadershipStartsHere
🧡💙 Cougar Families, the August Newsletter is here! 💙🧡
The first day of school is almost here! Be sure to check out our August WSLA Newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, orientation information, uniform reminders, family resources, and everything you need to start the school year strong.
📖 Take a few minutes to read through it and stay connected!
Let's make the 2026–2027 school year our best one yet. We can't wait to welcome everyone back to West Side Leadership Academy!
🐾 Go Cougars!
The first day of school is almost here! Be sure to check out our August WSLA Newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, orientation information, uniform reminders, family resources, and everything you need to start the school year strong.
📖 Take a few minutes to read through it and stay connected!
Let's make the 2026–2027 school year our best one yet. We can't wait to welcome everyone back to West Side Leadership Academy!
🐾 Go Cougars!
🧡💙 Cougar Families, the August Newsletter is here! 💙🧡
The first day of school is almost here! Be sure to check out our August WSLA Newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, orientation information, uniform reminders, family resources, and everything you need to start the school year strong.
📖 Take a few minutes to read through it and stay connected!
Let's make the 2026–2027 school year our best one yet. We can't wait to welcome everyone back to West Side Leadership Academy!
🐾 Go Cougars!
The first day of school is almost here! Be sure to check out our August WSLA Newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, orientation information, uniform reminders, family resources, and everything you need to start the school year strong.
📖 Take a few minutes to read through it and stay connected!
Let's make the 2026–2027 school year our best one yet. We can't wait to welcome everyone back to West Side Leadership Academy!
🐾 Go Cougars!
🚨📚 REMINDER, COUGAR FAMILIES! 🧡💙
The first day of school is Thursday, August 6th! 🎉
🕣 Classes begin promptly at 8:30 AM, so make plans now to have your student here on time and ready for an amazing start to the 2026-2027 school year!
🐾 Incoming 9th Grade & New Student Orientation Reminder
If your student is entering 9th grade or is new to West Side Leadership Academy, don't miss Orientation!
📅 Wednesday, August 5th
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 WSLA Auditorium (Enter through Door J)
This is a great opportunity to meet our staff, learn important information, get your questions answered, and prepare for a successful school year.
🎒 School Supply Reminder
Be sure your student has their supplies ready for the first day! General supplies include:
✔️ Binder with dividers
✔️ 2 Composition books
✔️ 2 Poster boards
✔️ Highlighter
✔️ Blue or black ink pens
✔️ College-ruled notebook paper
✔️ Calculator (if required for their courses)
📞 If you have any questions, please contact the Main Office at 219-413-9870.
We can't wait to welcome our Cougar family back and kick off another fantastic year!
🐾 One Team. One Vision. Cougar Pride! 🧡💙
#WSLA #CougarPride #BackToSchool #SchoolStartsAugust6 #OrientationReminder #LeadershipStartsHere
The first day of school is Thursday, August 6th! 🎉
🕣 Classes begin promptly at 8:30 AM, so make plans now to have your student here on time and ready for an amazing start to the 2026-2027 school year!
🐾 Incoming 9th Grade & New Student Orientation Reminder
If your student is entering 9th grade or is new to West Side Leadership Academy, don't miss Orientation!
📅 Wednesday, August 5th
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 WSLA Auditorium (Enter through Door J)
This is a great opportunity to meet our staff, learn important information, get your questions answered, and prepare for a successful school year.
🎒 School Supply Reminder
Be sure your student has their supplies ready for the first day! General supplies include:
✔️ Binder with dividers
✔️ 2 Composition books
✔️ 2 Poster boards
✔️ Highlighter
✔️ Blue or black ink pens
✔️ College-ruled notebook paper
✔️ Calculator (if required for their courses)
📞 If you have any questions, please contact the Main Office at 219-413-9870.
We can't wait to welcome our Cougar family back and kick off another fantastic year!
🐾 One Team. One Vision. Cougar Pride! 🧡💙
#WSLA #CougarPride #BackToSchool #SchoolStartsAugust6 #OrientationReminder #LeadershipStartsHere
📚🎉 WSLA Families – Back-to-School Fun is Happening All Around Gary! 🎉📚
The countdown to the first day of school is ON, and our community is showing up in a BIG way! 💙🧡 If your student still needs school supplies, a backpack, a haircut, health resources, or you're just looking for some family fun before school starts, check out these amazing community events happening over the next week!
✨ Many events include:
🎒 FREE backpacks & school supplies
✂️ Free haircuts
🩺 Health screenings & wellness resources
🍔 Free food & refreshments
🎈 Bounce houses, games & entertainment
🎁 Giveaways, raffles & prizes
🎵 Live music & family activities
📅 Upcoming Community Events:
August 1: Marram Health Center Back-to-School Health Fest
August 1: Grab Hope International Back-to-School Bash
August 2: 219 Ride'N Wranglers Book Bag Giveaway
August 3: Girl Code Back-to-School Drive
Plus even more opportunities throughout the community!
We are so grateful to our community partners for investing in our scholars and helping every child start the school year prepared for success. ❤️
🧡💙 Don't forget! West Side Leadership Academy begins Thursday, August 6 at 8:30 a.m. We can't wait to welcome all of our Cougar families back for an amazing school year!
#WSLAPride #BackToSchool2026 #GaryCommunity #CougarStrong #EveryStudentEveryDay #ReadySetLearn 📚🧡💙
The countdown to the first day of school is ON, and our community is showing up in a BIG way! 💙🧡 If your student still needs school supplies, a backpack, a haircut, health resources, or you're just looking for some family fun before school starts, check out these amazing community events happening over the next week!
✨ Many events include:
🎒 FREE backpacks & school supplies
✂️ Free haircuts
🩺 Health screenings & wellness resources
🍔 Free food & refreshments
🎈 Bounce houses, games & entertainment
🎁 Giveaways, raffles & prizes
🎵 Live music & family activities
📅 Upcoming Community Events:
August 1: Marram Health Center Back-to-School Health Fest
August 1: Grab Hope International Back-to-School Bash
August 2: 219 Ride'N Wranglers Book Bag Giveaway
August 3: Girl Code Back-to-School Drive
Plus even more opportunities throughout the community!
We are so grateful to our community partners for investing in our scholars and helping every child start the school year prepared for success. ❤️
🧡💙 Don't forget! West Side Leadership Academy begins Thursday, August 6 at 8:30 a.m. We can't wait to welcome all of our Cougar families back for an amazing school year!
#WSLAPride #BackToSchool2026 #GaryCommunity #CougarStrong #EveryStudentEveryDay #ReadySetLearn 📚🧡💙
🏀⚽ Attention WSLA Student-Athletes & Families! ⚽🏀
It's time to get game-day ready! 🧡💙
Gary West Side Leadership Academy has partnered with Edgewater Health to provide affordable sports physicals for all student-athletes.
📋 Sports Physical Details:
📍 Edgewater Health Gary
1100 W. 6th Avenue
Gary, IN 46402
💲 Cost: $25
💳 Cash, Card, and Tap-to-Pay Accepted
✅ Walk-ins are welcome (appointments preferred).
Remember, a current sports physical is required before participating in any school sport, so don't wait until the last minute!
📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete your student-athlete registration.
If you have any questions, please contact Edgewater Health Gary at (219) 886-2273.
Let's get cleared, stay healthy, and have an amazing athletic season!
Strong Bodies. Strong Minds. Strong Futures. 🧡💙🐾 #WSLACougars #GarySchools #StudentAthletes #SportsPhysicals #CougarPride #StrongBodiesStrongMindsStrongFutures
It's time to get game-day ready! 🧡💙
Gary West Side Leadership Academy has partnered with Edgewater Health to provide affordable sports physicals for all student-athletes.
📋 Sports Physical Details:
📍 Edgewater Health Gary
1100 W. 6th Avenue
Gary, IN 46402
💲 Cost: $25
💳 Cash, Card, and Tap-to-Pay Accepted
✅ Walk-ins are welcome (appointments preferred).
Remember, a current sports physical is required before participating in any school sport, so don't wait until the last minute!
📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete your student-athlete registration.
If you have any questions, please contact Edgewater Health Gary at (219) 886-2273.
Let's get cleared, stay healthy, and have an amazing athletic season!
Strong Bodies. Strong Minds. Strong Futures. 🧡💙🐾 #WSLACougars #GarySchools #StudentAthletes #SportsPhysicals #CougarPride #StrongBodiesStrongMindsStrongFutures
🚔💙 WSLA Families, You're Invited! 💙🚔
Join the Gary Police Department for National Night Out 2026—an evening dedicated to bringing our community together for fun, fellowship, and building stronger relationships!
📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 RailCats Stadium
1 Stadium Plaza, Gary, IN 46402
Bring the whole family out to enjoy:
🎵 Music
🍔 Food
🎁 Prizes & Giveaways
🤝 Meet local law enforcement and community partners
🎉 Family-friendly fun for all ages!
National Night Out is a wonderful opportunity to connect with neighbors, support our community, and help build a safer, stronger Gary.
We hope to see many of our West Side Leadership Academy Cougar families there! Be sure to stop by, have fun, and enjoy an evening of community together.
🧡💙 Go Cougars!
Join the Gary Police Department for National Night Out 2026—an evening dedicated to bringing our community together for fun, fellowship, and building stronger relationships!
📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 RailCats Stadium
1 Stadium Plaza, Gary, IN 46402
Bring the whole family out to enjoy:
🎵 Music
🍔 Food
🎁 Prizes & Giveaways
🤝 Meet local law enforcement and community partners
🎉 Family-friendly fun for all ages!
National Night Out is a wonderful opportunity to connect with neighbors, support our community, and help build a safer, stronger Gary.
We hope to see many of our West Side Leadership Academy Cougar families there! Be sure to stop by, have fun, and enjoy an evening of community together.
🧡💙 Go Cougars!
📚🎉 WSLA Families – You're Invited! 🎉📚
The Grab Hope International Annual Back to School Bash is almost here! Join us for a fun-filled day as we get ready for an amazing new school year.
🗓 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Boys & Girls Club
2700 W. 19th Avenue, Gary, IN
Families can enjoy:
🎒 Free school supplies (while supplies last)
🎒 Book bags
🩺 Health screenings and community resources
🦷 Dental and healthcare information
🤝 Social service agencies
🎈 Family fun and more!
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with community partners and gather resources to help your scholar start the school year strong.
We hope to see all of our West Side Leadership Academy Cougar families there! 🧡💙
#WSLACougars #BackToSchool #GrabHopeInternational #GCSC #ReadySetLearn
The Grab Hope International Annual Back to School Bash is almost here! Join us for a fun-filled day as we get ready for an amazing new school year.
🗓 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Boys & Girls Club
2700 W. 19th Avenue, Gary, IN
Families can enjoy:
🎒 Free school supplies (while supplies last)
🎒 Book bags
🩺 Health screenings and community resources
🦷 Dental and healthcare information
🤝 Social service agencies
🎈 Family fun and more!
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with community partners and gather resources to help your scholar start the school year strong.
We hope to see all of our West Side Leadership Academy Cougar families there! 🧡💙
#WSLACougars #BackToSchool #GrabHopeInternational #GCSC #ReadySetLearn
📚🎒 WSLA Families, Don't Miss This! 🎉
The City of Gary & Mayor Melton invite you to the 3rd Annual Back to School Fest!
🗓 Saturday, July 25
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 RailCats Stadium
1 Stadium Plaza, Gary, IN 46402
This FREE event is open to Pre-K through High School students and will feature:
🎒 Free Bookbag Giveaways
✂️ Free Haircuts
🍔 Food Trucks
💅 Nail Painting
🎶 Music
🏥 Local Healthcare Resources
🎁 And much more!
Important Reminders:
✅ Students must be present to receive giveaway items.
✅ A valid ID may be required for family admission.
✅ Admission is subject to occupancy limits for everyone's safety.
We encourage all of our West Side Leadership Academy (WSLA) families to take advantage of this wonderful community event and help your scholars get ready for a successful school year!
We hope to see you there! 🧡💙 #WSLACougars #BackToSchool #GaryCommunity #ReadyForSuccess
The City of Gary & Mayor Melton invite you to the 3rd Annual Back to School Fest!
🗓 Saturday, July 25
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 RailCats Stadium
1 Stadium Plaza, Gary, IN 46402
This FREE event is open to Pre-K through High School students and will feature:
🎒 Free Bookbag Giveaways
✂️ Free Haircuts
🍔 Food Trucks
💅 Nail Painting
🎶 Music
🏥 Local Healthcare Resources
🎁 And much more!
Important Reminders:
✅ Students must be present to receive giveaway items.
✅ A valid ID may be required for family admission.
✅ Admission is subject to occupancy limits for everyone's safety.
We encourage all of our West Side Leadership Academy (WSLA) families to take advantage of this wonderful community event and help your scholars get ready for a successful school year!
We hope to see you there! 🧡💙 #WSLACougars #BackToSchool #GaryCommunity #ReadyForSuccess
📚🎒 WSLA Families! You're Invited! 🎉
Get ready for an exciting day of fun, resources, and back-to-school excitement!
Grab Hope International's Annual Back to School Bash
📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Boys & Girls Club
2700 West 19th Avenue
This community event will feature:
🎒 School supplies
🎒 Book bags
🦷 Dental resources
🏥 Healthcare information
🤝 Community and social service organizations
🎉 Family-friendly activities and much more!
West Side Leadership Academy is excited to participate as a community vendor, and we hope to see our Cougar families there!
Come out, connect with local resources, and help your scholar get ready for a successful school year. Be sure to arrive early while supplies and resources are available.
💙🧡 We look forward to seeing our WSLA families on August 1st! Go Cougars! 🧡💙
Get ready for an exciting day of fun, resources, and back-to-school excitement!
Grab Hope International's Annual Back to School Bash
📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Boys & Girls Club
2700 West 19th Avenue
This community event will feature:
🎒 School supplies
🎒 Book bags
🦷 Dental resources
🏥 Healthcare information
🤝 Community and social service organizations
🎉 Family-friendly activities and much more!
West Side Leadership Academy is excited to participate as a community vendor, and we hope to see our Cougar families there!
Come out, connect with local resources, and help your scholar get ready for a successful school year. Be sure to arrive early while supplies and resources are available.
💙🧡 We look forward to seeing our WSLA families on August 1st! Go Cougars! 🧡💙
Dear Summer School Senior Students and Families,
Please note: This message is intended only for summer school senior students and their families. If your scholar did not attend summer school, please disregard this message.
We would like to inform you that diplomas for summer school seniors are not yet available for pickup.
Once your diploma has been verified and is ready for distribution, you and your family will be contacted with pickup information.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience and understanding during this process.
Thank you for your continued support, and congratulations on reaching this important milestone! We are incredibly proud of your accomplishments and look forward to celebrating this achievement with you very soon.
Best Regards,
West Side Leadership Academy
📚🎒 WSLA Families! Back-to-School Fun is Here! 🎒📚
The City of Gary and Mayor Melton, in partnership with Geminus, invite you to the 3rd Annual Back to School Fest!
🗓 Saturday, July 25
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 RailCats Stadium
1 Stadium Plaza, Gary, IN 46402
This FREE community event is open to students Pre-K through High School and will feature:
🎒 Free Bookbag Giveaways
✂️ Free Haircuts
🍔 Food Trucks
💅 Nail Painting
🎶 Music
🏥 Local Healthcare Resources
🎉 And lots of family fun!
Important Reminders:
Students must be present to receive giveaway items.
A valid photo ID may be required for admission.
Admission is subject to venue occupancy limits.
We encourage all of our West Side Leadership Academy families to take advantage of this wonderful community event as you prepare for an amazing school year.
We look forward to seeing our WSLA scholars ready for a successful 2026–2027 school year! 💙🧡 #WSLAPride #BackToSchool #GaryCommunity
The City of Gary and Mayor Melton, in partnership with Geminus, invite you to the 3rd Annual Back to School Fest!
🗓 Saturday, July 25
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 RailCats Stadium
1 Stadium Plaza, Gary, IN 46402
This FREE community event is open to students Pre-K through High School and will feature:
🎒 Free Bookbag Giveaways
✂️ Free Haircuts
🍔 Food Trucks
💅 Nail Painting
🎶 Music
🏥 Local Healthcare Resources
🎉 And lots of family fun!
Important Reminders:
Students must be present to receive giveaway items.
A valid photo ID may be required for admission.
Admission is subject to venue occupancy limits.
We encourage all of our West Side Leadership Academy families to take advantage of this wonderful community event as you prepare for an amazing school year.
We look forward to seeing our WSLA scholars ready for a successful 2026–2027 school year! 💙🧡 #WSLAPride #BackToSchool #GaryCommunity
🎓 Attention WSLA Class of 2026 Graduates & Families! 🎓
This is a friendly reminder that diplomas will be available for pickup on Monday, July 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the WSLA Main Office.
Please Enter through Door A.
As you prepare for your next chapter, we invite you to consider donating your gently used WSLA uniforms. Your donation will help support future Cougar families, and as a small token of our appreciation, you will receive a special thank-you gift.
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your educational journey. We are incredibly proud of all you have accomplished and can't wait to see all that you achieve in the future.
Congratulations once again, Class of 2026! We wish you continued success, happiness, and endless opportunities as you begin this exciting new chapter.
Once a Cougar, Always a Cougar! 🧡💙
This is a friendly reminder that diplomas will be available for pickup on Monday, July 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the WSLA Main Office.
Please Enter through Door A.
As you prepare for your next chapter, we invite you to consider donating your gently used WSLA uniforms. Your donation will help support future Cougar families, and as a small token of our appreciation, you will receive a special thank-you gift.
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your educational journey. We are incredibly proud of all you have accomplished and can't wait to see all that you achieve in the future.
Congratulations once again, Class of 2026! We wish you continued success, happiness, and endless opportunities as you begin this exciting new chapter.
Once a Cougar, Always a Cougar! 🧡💙
📣 GCSC Families – Uniform Assistance Event Reminder! 👕🎒
The countdown is on! The Township Uniform Assistance Event will be held at West Side Leadership Academy (WSLA) on:
📅 Wednesday, July 8, 2026
📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 12:00 Noon
This event is for Gary Community School Corporation (GCSC) students only.
✅ Important Information:
School Registrars will be on-site to provide 2026–2027 school year verification letters.
Your child must be registered and enrolled in a GCSC school for the 2026–2027 school year to receive a verification letter and participate in the uniform assistance program.
🚫 For the safety of everyone attending, the following items are NOT permitted inside the school:
No bags of any kind (small purses only)
No vape pens
No weapons of any kind
No cigarettes
No cigars
No lighters
No outside food or beverages
No illegal substances
👜 Please note: All small purses are subject to inspection upon entry.
Thank you for helping us create a safe and welcoming environment for all of our GCSC families. We look forward to serving you on July 8th and 9th! 💙🧡
The countdown is on! The Township Uniform Assistance Event will be held at West Side Leadership Academy (WSLA) on:
📅 Wednesday, July 8, 2026
📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 12:00 Noon
This event is for Gary Community School Corporation (GCSC) students only.
✅ Important Information:
School Registrars will be on-site to provide 2026–2027 school year verification letters.
Your child must be registered and enrolled in a GCSC school for the 2026–2027 school year to receive a verification letter and participate in the uniform assistance program.
🚫 For the safety of everyone attending, the following items are NOT permitted inside the school:
No bags of any kind (small purses only)
No vape pens
No weapons of any kind
No cigarettes
No cigars
No lighters
No outside food or beverages
No illegal substances
👜 Please note: All small purses are subject to inspection upon entry.
Thank you for helping us create a safe and welcoming environment for all of our GCSC families. We look forward to serving you on July 8th and 9th! 💙🧡
