Week of September 14-18, 2026

Hello WHS Families,

We are looking forward to meeting you on Tuesday evening at our Block Party. Please visit any time between 5:30-7:00 pm. All family members are welcome! You will have the opportunity to meet our teachers, learn about our programs, participate in department activities, and play Block Party Bingo with a chance to win prizes.

Warmly,
Pamela Cavanagh
Principal

School Picture Day for Grades 9-12:  September 21
Seniors will have the opportunity to take Individualized Sessions in early November.  More details and sign-ups to be announced soon.

College and Career Readiness
9/29 Eastern Connecticut State University - 9:00-9:50
10/8 Central Connecticut State University Campus Tour – ECMC students and others   
10/16 UConn Representative Visit - 9:00-9:50
10/19 Coast Guard Visit - Lunch Waves
10/22 SNAP Employment and Training Representative Visit - 9:54–10:40 
10/28 Central Connecticut State University Representative Visit 9:50–10:40 
11/2 Quinnipiac University Representative Visit - 9:00–9:50 
11/4 Southern Ct State University will visit 9:50-10:40
11/15 University of Saint Joseph Campus Tour – ECMC students and others 
11/16 University of New Haven Representative Visit    9:00–9:50 
12/1 Johnson & Wales University Representative Visit 9:00–9:50
12/2 University of Saint Josephs 9:50-10:40
12/8 CT community college 9:50-10:40

Stay Tuned: Upcoming Visits
Eastern Connecticut State University Campus Tour
CT State Community College Representative Visit
NETTS CDL Training School
Dates and times for these opportunities will be shared once they are confirmed.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut: Will have a table in the cafeteria at our Block Party where students can sign up to participate this year.

WPS 60 Day Attendance Challenge for Staff and Students: Setting a Strong Foundation

Our district has launched a 60 day attendance challenge for students and staff. Our goal is to establish positive habits, build meaningful relationships, and strengthen our school community.  Together, let's build a strong foundation for a successful school year!

Summer Mailing Forms: Students should return the completed forms to their period 1 teachers.

The Dog Bowl will be open period 5. Staff and students can see what is for sale and the cost: 

WHS School Store

Students may ask for a pass if they would like to make a purchase.

WHS Calendar through Marking Period 1

                             Link to district calendar: WPS Calendar 2026-2027

9/15 - Block Party 5:30-7:00 pm
9/21 - Grade 9-11 School Picture Day
9/23 - Early Dismissal for PD
9/30 - Progress Reports Due
10/9 - Staff Development Day-No School
10/12 - No School-Indigenous Peoples’ Day
10/15 and 10/16 - Early Dismissal Days for Student-Led Conferences
Thursday 12-2 pm and 5-7 pm & Friday 12-2 pm
11/2 - Staff Development Day-No School
11/3 - Marking Period 1 Ends