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We’re proud to have Mrs. Kathy Flint continuing with us at West Point! She teaches PE and Warrior Wellness for grades 7–9 and has been a Warrior since the school opened. Fun fact: she played and coached softball at BYU!

3 months ago, WPJH

Warrior Hero Highlight Kathy Flint 7-9 PE & Warrior Welness returning for the 2025-26 school year. We’re thrilled to have Mrs. Kathy Flint continuing her incredible journey with us at West Point! She teaches PE and Warrior Wellness for grades 7–9 and has been a dedicated Warrior since the school opened. Kathy was inspired to become a teacher by her aunt, who encouraged her to pursue teaching something she was passionate about. Though she was once shy, her love for physical education gave her the confidence to lead and inspire students every day. Her favorite part of teaching is seeing students improve their health and fitness and grow in confidence. She especially loves working with the amazing students at West Point and being part of a school community she’s helped shape from the very beginning. And here’s a fun fact: Kathy played softball at BYU and even returned to coach the team after graduating. Her competitive spirit and dedication continue to motivate students both in the gym and in life!

We’re thrilled to have Mrs. Nichole Marchant returning to West Point! She teaches U.S. History, DEEP U.S. History and World Geography (and brings 29 years of experience, energy, and heart. Fun fact: she’s a live music lover who’s seen everyone from Bruno Mars to Broadway’s Hamilton!

3 months ago, WPJH

Warrior Hero Highlight Nicole Marchant U.S. History DEEP U.S. History, World Geography, Returning for the 2025-26 school year. We’re so excited to welcome back Mrs. Nicole Marchant to West Point! With 29 years of teaching experience in Davis District, Nichole brings deep knowledge, passion, and connection to her students. This year, she’s teaching regular and DEEP U.S. History and World Geography, and she’s excited to explore the world with her students. Nichole became a teacher to inspire lifelong learners, just like her own 6th grade teacher, Mrs. Peters, inspired her. She loves making personal connections with students and watching them light up with curiosity as they learn about the world around them. She’s taught in many schools, but says there’s nothing quite like the feeling of home she gets at WPJH. The students, staff, and faculty make it a truly special place. And when she’s not in the classroom? Nichole’s probably at a concert! She has a wide-ranging love for live music and has seen Bruno Mars, Foo Fighters, Earth Wind & Fire, U2, Lizzo, and even Hamilton on Broadway.

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We’re lucky to have Mrs. Katherine Arave returning to West Point! She teaches 8th & 9th grade English, including DEEP English 8, and serves as one of our Student Government Advisor. She brings a strong sense of community—and has even shaved her head to support her students!

3 months ago, WPJH

Warrior Hero Highlight Katherine Arave 8th and 9th grade English, student government advisor and 8th grade deep english returning for the 2025-26 school year. We’re so happy to have Mrs. Katherine Arave returning to West Point! She teaches 8th and 9th grade English, including DEEP English 8, and is one of our Student Government Advisors. Katherine became a teacher to help students have meaningful experiences and opportunities for growth. She loves the strong sense of community at West Point and is deeply committed to her students’ success—so much so that she once shaved her head for a good cause! Whether she’s leading student leaders or inspiring thoughtful discussion in class, Mrs. Arave is a vital part of what makes West Point great.

We’re excited to have Mrs. Natalie Sills returning to West Point! She teaches 7th–9th grade Math and English, serves as our SPED Department Head, and coaches track. She’s lived in four countries on three continents and supports WPJH in so many amazing ways!

3 months ago, WPJH

Warrior Hero Highlight Natalie Sills Math & English Teacher, SPED Department Head, and Track Coach. Returning for the 2025-26 school year. We’re so proud to have Mrs. Natalie Sills returning to West Point! She teaches 7th–9th grade Math and English, leads as our SPED Department Head, and coaches track, making a difference in and out of the classroom. Natalie loves teaching because it allows her to help students expand their minds and see learning in new ways. Her favorite part of being a Warrior is the supportive community, and she’s a key part of what makes that community thrive. She brings a rich global perspective to WPJH, having lived in four different countries across three continents. Whether she’s in the classroom, on the track, or leading her team, Natalie serves West Point in countless ways—and we’re so lucky to have her!

We’re so lucky to have Mrs. Kelsey Browning returning to West Point! She teaches FACS A, Sewing, and Interior Design for grades 7–9. She is also joining cheer this year as one of the Warrior Coaches and yes, she once did a backflip in her wedding dress!

3 months ago, WPJH

Warrior Hero Highlight, Kelsey Browning, FACS, Sewing, Fashion Design, and Interior Design, retunring for the 2025-26 school year! We’re excited to welcome back Mrs. Kelsey Browning to West Point! She teaches 7th–9th grade FACS A, Sewing, Fashion, and Interior Design—and brings energy, creativity, and laughter to every class. Kelsey grew up in a family of educators, including her mom (who teaches at West Point too!), her sister, and her grandpa. Teaching was always in her blood, and she couldn’t imagine doing anything else. She especially loves junior high students for their humor, resilience, and unique personalities—and she laughs every single day at work. West Point feels like home to Kelsey—literally! She attended West Point as a student and now gets to teach alongside her mom. To her, it’s more than a school—it’s a big family. And here’s a fun fact: Kelsey did a backflip in her wedding dress—and yes, there's probably video evidence somewhere!

Kristy Larsen one of our SPED teachers is excited about one lunch. She thinks that one lunch will be so good for our Warriors! No more worrying that you won't have your friend in your same lunch! Plus. now there won't be loud kids next to our classrooms while we are teaching!

3 months ago, WPJH

I think that one lunch will be so good for our warriors! No more worrying that you won't have your friend in your same lunch! Plus..now there won't be loud kids next to our classrooms while we are teaching! Kristy Larsen SPED Teacher

We’re excited to have Mrs. Kristy Larsen back at West Point! She teaches Special Ed Language Arts and loves working with students because of their resilience, energy, and fun spirit. She is passionate about education and runs our amazing Cheerleaders. She’s a lifelong Star Wars fan and a proud supporter of all things Warrior!

3 months ago, WPJH

Warrior Hero Highlight kristy Larsen SPED ELA teacher and cheer advisor. Returning for the 2025-26 school year. We’re excited to have Mrs. Kristy Larsen returning to West Point! She teaches Special Ed Language Arts and brings heart, energy, and positivity to her classroom every day. Kristy became a teacher because she was inspired by the amazing educators in her life and wanted a career focused on helping young people succeed. She loves working with kids because they’re resilient, forgiving, and way more fun than adults! Her favorite part of being a Warrior is cheering on our teams and seeing the whole student body come together in support. And here’s a fun fact: Kristy has been a Star Wars fan since she was 7—a Jedi at heart in the classroom and beyond!

Kelsey Browning one of our FACS teachers is excited for no advisory and to have longer classes this year. This way she is sure to see each student in her class and can help them with the extra time rather than trying to request kids and it not working out. She thinks we will get more out of class time this way.

3 months ago, WPJH

Iam excited for no advisory and to have longer classes this year. This way I am sure to see each student in my class and can help them with the extra time rather than trying to request kids and it not working out. I think we will get more out of class time this way. Kelsey Browning FACS teacher

We’re excited to welcome back Ms. Katrina Beddes to West Point! She’s part of our Counseling Department and a Hope Squad advisor—ready to support students both academically and personally.

With a teacher mom and counselor dad, helping students is in her DNA. Katrina loves watching students discover their “why” and grow into their potential.

Her favorite thing about being a Warrior? The supportive, family-like community. We’re lucky to have her heart and dedication back at WPJH!

3 months ago, WPJH

Warrior Hero Highlight returning for the 2025-25 school year. Katrina Beddes Counselor and Hope squad advisor. We’re so happy to have Ms. Katrina Beddes returning to West Point as part of our Counseling Department & one of our Hope Squad Advisors! With education and counseling in her blood—her mom a teacher and dad a counselor—she was inspired early on to support students on their academic and personal journeys. Katrina loves helping students discover why education matters to them and watching that realization spark real growth and change. She’s passionate about guiding students as they develop motivation, build better habits, and chase their goals. Her favorite part of being a Warrior? The supportive and loving school community that truly feels like family. We’re lucky to have her heart, insight, and dedication on our team!

Corbin is excited for one lunch because having the whole school open will help make fun lunchtime activities more fun and he is excited that he doesn't have to worry about interrupting classes going on.

3 months ago, WPJH

With one lunch the whole school will be open to make fun lunchtime activities and we don’t have to worry about interrupting classes going on. Corbin SBO VP Activities

West Point was represented in the Parade! WPJH Hope Squad, Cheer, and Student Government shared the new school year theme and got West Point excited to be Warriors!! Go Warriors!

3 months ago, WPJH

¡Bienvenida de nuevo, Mrs. Marquez Lavine! She’s back at West Point teaching Spanish 1, Spanish 3, heritage Spanish, and ELD—plus she’s our new Latinos in Action advisor! 🇺🇾🇦🇷

Originally from Uruguay and raised in Argentina, her passion for teaching began while tutoring at-risk students. Now she inspires Warriors daily with her love for language, culture, and connection.

Fun fact: Though she didn’t grow up celebrating Day of the Dead, it’s now her classroom theme because of its beauty and meaning.

We’re lucky to have her heart, heritage, and passion back at WPJH!

3 months ago, WPJH

We’re excited to have Mrs. Paula Marquez Lavine returning to West Point! This year, she’ll be teaching Spanish 1, Spanish 3, an advanced Spanish class for heritage speakers, ELD, and taking on a new role as the Latinos In Action advisor for the first time. Originally from Uruguay and raised in Argentina, she has always wanted to be a teacher. Her passion truly ignited when she tutored at-risk students and saw the joy on their faces when learning clicked. Today, she brings that same enthusiasm into her classroom as she helps students discover the value of being bilingual and exploring diverse cultures. One of her favorite things about being a Warrior is how appreciated and supported she feels by her colleagues and students. And here’s something fun: Although she didn’t grow up celebrating Day of the Dead, she studied it extensively and now uses it as her classroom theme, drawn to its deep meaning and beautiful traditions. We are lucky to have her heart, heritage, and dedication continuing at West Point! Paula Marquez- Lavine Spanish, ELD, & latinos in Action Teacher returning for the 2025-26 school year!

London is excited for one Lunch because she feels it will make the lunchtime activities more fun! As one of our 8th grade SBO's she is excited that for activities they can use the gym and make activities more epic! She also feels like with one lunch everyone gets to be with all their friends and no one is left out!

3 months ago, WPJH

One Lunch will make the lunchtime activities more fun! We can use the gym and make them more epic! Plus one lunch you get to be with all your friends and no one is left out! London SBO VP Fundraising

Audrey next years 9th grade class president is excited for morere time in class with teachers she feels it will give everyone one on one time with teachers and will give students more opportunities to stay on top of their work!

4 months ago, WPJH

I feel that not advisory and more time in class with teachers will give us one on one time with teachers and will give us more opportunities to stay on top of our work! Audrey 9th grader Class President

Dax who is an incoming 7th grader is excited about having one lunch he has been worried about seeing his friends. Knowing he will be able to see them at least every day at lunch has made him less stressed about Junior High. Go Warriors!

4 months ago, WPJH

As a incoming 7th grader I have been worried about seeing my friends. Knowing I will be able to see them at least every day at lunch has made me way less stressed about Junior High Dax 7th Grade VP Clubs

Emma one of our 9th Graders is excited to have longer class periods and having no advisory will be so helpful. She is excited to be able to get the support she needs during her class period and not worry about getting requested in the right timeframe.

4 months ago, WPJH

aving longer class periods and having no advisory will be so helpful. I am excited to be able to get the support I need during my class period and not worry about getting requested in the right timeframe. Emma 9th grade VP Activities

We’re excited to have Mrs. Katie Gabbitas returning to West Point! She’ll be teaching 7th and 8th grade ELA and advising the yearbook. Katie Gabbitas is one of the incredible educators staying at West Point Junior High, and we couldn’t be more excited! She brings energy and heart to West Point as she teaches 7th and 8th grade ELA and advises the yearbook. Inspired by her favorite teacher, Mr. Fusselman, Katie became an educator to help students love learning as much as she does.
She loves being a Warrior because West Point is her home and her people. Her favorite part of teaching is building connections with students and making a difference in their lives. And for a fun fact? She sleeps with her bed pushed up against the wall, complete with a giant pillow corner—embracing her inner kid at heart!
We’re lucky to have Katie Gabbitas continuing to bring her passion, humor, and heart to West Point!

4 months ago, WPJH

Warrior Hero Highlight Katie Gabbitas 7th & 8th Grade ELA Yearbook Advisor returning for the 2025-26 school year. Katie Gabbitas is one of the incredible educators staying at West Point Junior High, and we couldn’t be more excited! She brings energy and heart to West Point as she teaches 7th and 8th grade ELA and advises the yearbook. Inspired by her favorite teacher, Mr. Fusselman, Katie became an educator to help students love learning as much as she does. She loves being a Warrior because West Point is her home and her people. Her favorite part of teaching is building connections with students and making a difference in their lives. And for a fun fact? She sleeps with her bed pushed up against the wall, complete with a giant pillow corner—embracing her inner kid at heart! We’re lucky to have Katie Gabbitas continuing to bring her passion, humor, and heart to West Point!

Carson our new Student Body Vice President over Clubs is excited to have one lunch! It will allow clubs to meet during lunchtime and allow more students to be involved! He wants all our students at West Point to feel like they have a place to belong!

4 months ago, WPJH

I’m so excited to have one lunch! It will allow clubs to meet during lunchtime and allow more students to be involved! I want all our students at West Point to feel like they have a place to belong!

Hey Warriors! We hope your summer is the best! Check out the summer newsletter for information on some changes, Back to School Night, Warrior Camp, and Volleyball tryout information here: https://secure.smore.com/n/rzenm

4 months ago, WPJH

West Point Junior High is making an exciting and thoughtful change to better support student success by removing the Advisory period from the daily schedule. After reviewing data, listening to teacher feedback, and evaluating how students were using their time, the decision was made to transition to a more effective and impactful schedule. This update is not just a structural change—it’s a strategic shift designed to increase support, improve learning, and reduce confusion. One of the biggest benefits of this change is the opportunity for more in-class interventions. Instead of relying on Advisory pull-outs, students will now receive help directly from their teachers during regular class time—right where the learning is already happening. Research shows that these classroom-based supports are 40% more effective than separate intervention periods. Longer class times also allow for consistent and focused instruction, ensuring that students who need extra help get it without missing anything else. This new structure also resolves many of the issues Advisory presented. In the past, students often didn’t show up where they were supposed to be, making it difficult for them to receive the help they needed. The time was frequently underutilized, with inconsistent grade checks and a lack of productivity. In some cases, students even skipped the period altogether, leading to unnecessary truancy and hallway disruptions. To replace Advisory, West Point is implementing two powerful supports: Warrior Time and built-in classroom interventions. Warrior Time gives students access to teachers before school each day, and again mid-morning on Wednesdays. Additionally, the extended class periods allow teachers to provide interventions within their own classrooms, which is more efficient and less disruptive to student learning. Families can feel confident and reassured about this change. Students will have more meaningful time with their teachers, receive more targeted support, experience less confusion, and ultimately benefit from a smarter use of instructional time. Teachers are enthusiastic about this new direction, knowing it leads to stronger connections and improved outcomes for every Warrior. This is more than a bell schedule adjustment—it’s a commitment to helping students thrive.

We’re so excited to welcome our newest Warriors to West Point Junior High! To help you feel confident and prepared for this exciting new adventure, we’re inviting all incoming 7th graders to attend our Warrior Camp on Thursday, August 14, from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. 🛡️ Gear Up for Greatness: Conquer Junior High! 🛡️ This fun and interactive day is designed just for you! You’ll get a chance to: Take your school photo Pick up your school laptop Learn your school schedule Practice the cafeteria and try out lunch (yes, lunch is provided!) Test out your locker and combination Play games and make new friends Learn all about how to be successful at junior high! 📋 What to Bring: A copy of your schedule (available in myDSD starting August 13) Your locker combination And most importantly… your Warrior spirit and excitement! 🎓 Parents — Join Us Too! Come to Parent University from 10:00–11:00 AM in the Media Center to learn how to support your student as they transition to junior high. We can’t wait to see you there and help you start your junior high journey strong. Let’s go, Warriors! 💪 Ask ChatGPT

West Point Volleyball – Summer Open Gyms, Conditioning & Tryouts! 🏐 Calling all future Warriors! If you’re interested in trying out for the West Point Junior High Volleyball Team, now’s the time to get involved! Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, build strength, or join the team, we've got all the opportunities you need to prepare. 🔥 Summer Open Gyms Come play, practice, and connect with other athletes! 🗓️ July 14, 17, 21, 28, & 31 🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM 💪 Conditioning Days Get game-ready with focused strength and agility training: 🗓️ August 4, 5, & 6 – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 🗓️ August 7 & 8 – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 🏐 Tryouts Time to show us what you’ve got! 🗓️ August 11 & 12 🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📅 Team Practices Begin August 13 Whether you’ve played before or are new to the sport, we want to see you there! Bring your A-game, your Warrior spirit, and be ready to work hard and have fun. Let’s go, Warriors!

West Point Junior High is excited to introduce a new single lunch schedule for the 2025–26 school year—a change that is designed to enhance student life, safety, and school culture. Moving to one lunch period will significantly boost school-wide connection by creating more opportunities for shared events and activities, helping students feel a stronger sense of community. With all students on the same schedule, peer connections will be easier to form and maintain, allowing students to eat with their friends regardless of grade or class. From a safety perspective, staff will now be able to focus their supervision during one unified lunch period, resulting in a more controlled and supportive environment. Scheduling will also be simplified, and the change will eliminate the issue of students skipping class to attend multiple lunch periods. Clubs and student activities will benefit too, as they can now meet during lunch without interfering with after-school commitments. In addition, lunch will happen earlier in the day for all students, helping to prevent fatigue and late-day hunger. The gym will be available for intramurals and open play, encouraging movement and student engagement during lunch. While some may be concerned about the potential for overcrowding in the lunchroom, the school has a solid plan in place. There will be staggered release times for 7th graders during the first week to help them learn lunch procedures, multiple serving lines, clear traffic flow plans, and strategies designed to keep lunch moving efficiently. Legacy Junior High, a nearby school with a similar student population, has successfully implemented a single lunch period, serving over 1,100 students in just 18 minutes. West Point is confident that with careful planning and community support, this change will benefit students academically, socially, and emotionally. As one 9th grader put it, “It’s way easier to go to club meetings or get help from teachers during lunch when everyone’s on the same schedule.” Students will no longer have to worry about being alone at lunch or confused by alternating schedules. This shift reflects West Point’s ongoing commitment to creating a positive, safe, and connected school environment for all Warriors.