Volleyball
    How to Get Started at West Hills     


Congratulations

Welcome to the team and thank you for choosing West Hills College.

This page should assist you in getting started. At right, you should be able to link to each step.

If you experience any problems along the way, you may also click here or contact:

Jeff Wanderer
Head Coach
559-934-2606
email

 

 

 

Seven Steps for a Smooth Start

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FAQ's

When do we practice?

Practice is scheduled daily (Monday through Friday) from 1-4 pm. So make sure you schedule your classes so that you are out of class during that time. Morning or evening/night classes are best.

 

What days do we play?

Most matches are scheduled on Wednesday and Friday nights. There are also a few Saturday tournaments.

 

What do I need to bring with me when I start?

When you first arrive, you will need to have the following items:

  • Social Security Card
  • Medical Insurance Card
  • Volleyball shoes

 

 

 

 

1. WHC Application for Admission

The Application for Admission is free. If you have not already applied, you may do so here.  When you are finished with the application, there will be a link to take you to the free application for financial aid (FAFSA).

2. Financial Aid Application (FAFSA)

This is a must! Even if you know that you do not qualify! NO financial assistance can be given unless the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is completed. This is the most time consuming step, but perhaps the most important! Here's how to apply:

  1. Click here to begin and follow the directions on the page.
  2. The FAFSA will ask that you provide them the code for the school you are applying. Enter 001176
  3. Get a PIN from the U.S. Dept of Education at www.pin.ed.gov/appinstr.htm (Both the you AND a parent need to get your own PINs)

3. Placement Assessment

You may take a placement test at any community college. However, to find out about placement tests through West Hills click here. The score from that test will allow our advising staff to accurately place you in the appropriate math and/or English class. You do not have to take a placement test if you have taken, or will take, the SAT or ACT. The counselors can use your SAT or ACT scores as long as you have your high school transcripts.

4. Housing

There are three options for students: 1) live at home and commute, 2) live off campus (i.e. apartment), or 3) live on campus. If you are planning on living in the residence halls on campus, click here. If you have any problems or questions you may contact Ron Danner at (559) 934-2373. For a list of apartments near campus, contact Coach Wanderer.

5. Choose Your Courses

What Classes To Take   All athletes must be enrolled in at least 12 units during the season. Consult the Schedule of Classes to see what is available. The courses you need to take specifically for volleyball are listed below.

FALL 2011
PE-21     Fitness Laboratory    or.....
                PE-23     Weight Training
PE-29A-C01   Intro. Intercoll. Volleyball
PE-45B-C01   Theory of Volleyball

6. Registering     

Once you have chosen the classes you need, register for classes here, go to and click on the link labeled “MyWestHills”, log in and simply follow the instructions.

If you are having any problems signing up for classes, or you need to make changes to your schedule, contact Sandy McGlothlin at 935-2324 or Coach Wanderer 934-2606.

7. Physical Exam

You have a choice of taking your physical examination at home before you arrive, or you can have it done when you get here. If you do it here, it will be $15. If you do it at home, you will need to print the physical exam form here.