WHSF represents a group of dedicated volunteer parents and supporters of West High School. It was established in 1996 to promote academic excellence at West High School (WHS) by raising funds that provide opportunities for the students and faculty that otherwise would not be available. It's a model of a racially, economically and academically diverse high school performing well. The primary WHSF focus areas are the following: (a) encourage staff development and retention, (b) support academic excellence, (c) expand technology resources, and (d) improve WHS facilities. The foundation has an annual phone-a-thon and periodic direct mailings to communicate with parents and solicit donations.†West High School has raised over $900,000 since its inception. Through this effort, WHSF has purchased computers, provided educational grants, upgraded the library materials, and enhanced technology around the campus.
Board of Directors/Advisory Board
Chip Finn, President
Buddy Mayo, Secretary
Wendy Smith, Treasurer
Katherine Banner, WHS Principal
Marry Ellen Brewington
Mari Brooks
Polly Burch
Ed Campbell
Tate Campbell
Emily Cox
Shelly Durbin
Susan Forsberg
Jeff Francis
Christopher Groce
Jaqueline W. Holdbrooks
Lynn Hosenfeld
Michael McIntyre
Clare Queisser
David Rhodes
John Ross
Chris Smith
Cassandra McGee Stuart