Who will take home the bragging rights—Parents or Students? 👀
WSLA families are invited to join us for a Parent vs. Student Game Night filled with laughter, friendly competition, and fun for all ages!
📅 Wednesday, January 28th
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 WSLA Library
✨ What to expect:
Games for parents and students
Fun prizes to win
Light refreshments
Lots of laughs and great memories
Bring your game face and your school spirit—we hope you’ll join us for an evening of fun and connection! 🎉
🎉 Game On, WSLA Families! 🎉
Ready for a night of friendly competition and family fun? Join us for Parent vs. Student Game Night at WSLA!
📍 WSLA Library
📅 Wednesday, January 28th
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
All ages are welcome! Enjoy games, prizes, light refreshments, and plenty of laughs. We hope you’ll come out for a night of fun you won’t want to miss!
Want to know about the amazing things happening at West Side? Please join us for our PAC Meeting on Friday, January 16th, from 1:00–2:00 PM in the Parent Room (Room 120).
This is a great opportunity to share any concerns you may have and learn about upcoming school events. We hope to see you there!
Uniforms Are Mandatory
Beginning this week, students are expected to be in full uniform each day. Students who do not adhere to the uniform expectations will receive tiered consequences, which may include removal from extracurricular activities (athletics, clubs, events, and other school activities) if noncompliance continues.
We look forward to seeing you on campus tomorrow!
Happy New Year!
This is a friendly reminder that students will return to school on Monday, January 5, 2026, and are expected to resume the mandatory uniform requirements. The required uniform consists of navy blue collared tops and khaki bottoms.
Cougar gear is also an acceptable form of uniform. If your family does not yet have Cougar gear, it can be ordered at the following link:
https://gcsc.printful.me/
Enjoy the remainder of your winter break, and we look forward to welcoming our students back to campus in uniform on Monday morning. Thank You!
We hope that you and your family are having a wonderful and restful winter break.
This is a reminder that after winter break, beginning Monday, January 5, 2026, all students will be required to resume compliance with the mandatory uniform policy. Please note that Cougar gear is considered an acceptable form of uniform.
Cougar gear is available for purchase at the following link:
https://gcsc.printful.me/
We look forward to welcoming back all of our bright scholars in uniform on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Thank you, guardians, for your continued partnership in creating a successful, lifelong learning experience for our students. We appreciate your ongoing support and cooperation.
When we return from Winter Break on Monday, January 5, 2026, all WSLA students are expected to be in full uniform in accordance with the Student Handbook. Students may also wear approved Cougar gear.
Don’t have any Cougar gear, or need to purchase more? Items are available online at http://gcsc.printful.me/
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Thank you for continuing to partner with us as we build a strong foundation for lifelong learning success for our students.
Dear West Side Leadership Academy Families,
I hope this message finds you and your family well. At West Side, our goal has always been to
remove barriers and make it as easy as possible for students to come to school ready to learn. In
that spirit, we shifted to a uniform option so that clothing would not stand in the way of students
walking through our doors. As we continue to grow as a school community, it has become clear
that we also need to be intentional about building a stronger sense of school pride, unity, and
focus. One of the ways we can do this is through a consistent, visible identity for our students.
When our students look like Cougars, they are more likely to feel like Cougars, and to carry
themselves with the pride and responsibility that comes with that.
Beginning when we return from Winter Break on January 5th, we will return to mandatory
uniforms for all students, as noted in the Student Code of Conduct.
Please check your Skyward inbox for full details.
There will be a Parent Advisory Meeting for all families today from 1:00–2:00 PM in the West Side Parent Room.
Immediately following, there will be a Jostens meeting for all seniors in the auditorium from 2:00–3:00 PM.
We can't wait to see you there!
Dear GCSC Students, families and stakeholders,
In order to ensure a safe commute for families and staff, the Gary Community School Corporation will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
Safety is our first priority, so please exercise caution when navigating the storm. Please watch for any updates via our website, social media, email, WGVE 88.7 FM and robocall in case the need arises for a full-day cancelation.
Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.
WSLA PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING!
Nov 18, 1 -2 p.m. WSLA Parent Room (120)
🚨 Parents, Families, and Caregivers – We Need You! 🚨
Join us TODAY for a Parent Roundtable Discussion focused on creating safety and belonging in our schools. Your voice matters!
This is your chance to:
✅ Share your ideas and experiences
✅ Collaborate with school staff and other families
✅ Help shape a positive, inclusive school environment
📅 When: TODAY! 2:00 PM-3:30 PM
📍 Where: West Side Leadership Academy, 900 Gerry Street, Administration Door V
Visitors are required to have a valid Drivers license or state ID to be scanned through SafeVisitors System.
Let’s come together to build stronger connections and make our schools a place where every child feels safe and valued. Don’t miss out – your input matters!
#FamilyEngagement #ParentRoundtable #SafetyAndBelonging #GCSC
The Gary Police Department was immediately contacted and responded to the scene. The adults involved were arrested, as well as several non-West Side Leadership Academy students. Emergency medical personnel were also called to ensure that all students involved received appropriate medical attention if required.
The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. Continued support and collaboration with students, parents, families and community stakeholders are essential as we work to maintain a secure environment for everyone.
Dear Families,
West Side Leadership Academy will be dismissing early today at 1:45 PM due to a power outage in the building.
Buses are being sent to the school now, for students who are picked up, please ensure your student has transportation home at this time. After-school activities and programs are canceled for today.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work to keep students safe.
Thank you.