Every year, our Science Honor Society packs shoeboxes filled with school supplies, personal care items, gently used books and small toys to be delivered to middle school students in Newark. Not only are our students volunteering to spread kindness, hope and support to other young people, but they are collaborating with teens from other districts to do so. So many "life lessons" packed into one project. All of our kids have an opportunity to help out in whatever capacity they can. Some buy items for the boxes, others save and donate empty shoe boxes, others donate their time to sort, pack and wrap the boxes, and still others clear out their shelves and donate their favorite middle school "reads". There's something for everyone to do regardless of their own personal circumstance. This year, more than 500 boxes total were collected and delivered by Rutherford's NHS. We donated more than 25 of them.
This week- Class of 2027: Junior Family Night for Students and Parents hosted by the Westwood Regional HS Counseling Department on January 8th at 6:30pm. See letter for more information.
Wishing our entire school community a Happy New Year! May 2026 be filled with positivity, progress, and meaningful moments. Thank you for making our school such a special place.
Thank you to Mr. Fritz and our Chamber Singers for bringing some holiday cheer to the high school! Happy Holidays!!!!
We had a nice turnout of students attend today's session. Thank you Ashley Molina for taking time over your winter break to share your firsthand experiences at Boston College with our current students.
Sergeant Keller with United States Marine Corps will visit Westwood Regional High School on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Thank you to the High School Student Council for organizing our Winter Pep Rally! Go Cards!
WRHS welcomes back Ashley Molina, Class of 2024 to provide a presentation for students interested in Boston College. Please see flyer for details. Students in grades 10-12, if you are interested in attending, please email kelly.riedel@wwrsd.org
Class of 2026 Scholarships
Please start to search for scholarships in Naviance. Most of the local scholarships get updated starting in February/March, but there are several other scholarships under the "scholarship search" category available to view now. Instructions:
Go to “Colleges” across the top of the screen in Naviance
“Scholarship Search” (under Scholarships & Money)
Click on “Match and Filter”
Click on “Scholarship Requirements” and scroll down to “Counselor Categories” and search Categories (Some top categories are: Updated for 2025-2026, Local/for WRHS Students, Bergen County…)
Please do not forget to check regularly and feel free to stop in to the School Counseling Office if you have any questions.
Please start to search for scholarships in Naviance. Most of the local scholarships get updated starting in February/March, but there are several other scholarships under the "scholarship search" category available to view now. Instructions:
Go to “Colleges” across the top of the screen in Naviance
“Scholarship Search” (under Scholarships & Money)
Click on “Match and Filter”
Click on “Scholarship Requirements” and scroll down to “Counselor Categories” and search Categories (Some top categories are: Updated for 2025-2026, Local/for WRHS Students, Bergen County…)
Please do not forget to check regularly and feel free to stop in to the School Counseling Office if you have any questions.
Class of 2026 Scholarship Opportunity:
The Orpheus Club Men’s Chorus, organized and singing since 1909, is again pleased to offer our Roland L. Meyer $2,000 scholarship this Spring to a high school senior who will pursue music at an institution of higher learning.
The Orpheus Club also administers the $1,000 Harriet and Edward Levy Memorial Scholarship Award. Students need not apply separately for these awards as winners are chosen from the same pool of applicants. The application and instructions are on our website, www.ridgewoodorpheusclub.org, select the “Scholarship” tab from the menu bar.
The deadline for applications is March 7, 2026, and we plan to announce the winners on or about April 7, 2026
The Orpheus Club Men’s Chorus, organized and singing since 1909, is again pleased to offer our Roland L. Meyer $2,000 scholarship this Spring to a high school senior who will pursue music at an institution of higher learning.
The Orpheus Club also administers the $1,000 Harriet and Edward Levy Memorial Scholarship Award. Students need not apply separately for these awards as winners are chosen from the same pool of applicants. The application and instructions are on our website, www.ridgewoodorpheusclub.org, select the “Scholarship” tab from the menu bar.
The deadline for applications is March 7, 2026, and we plan to announce the winners on or about April 7, 2026
AP Biology students are conducting the animal behavior lab. They are recording the movement of pill bugs in a choice chamber to determine if they are attracted or repelled by either stimulus, water or vinegar, on the cotton balls. If they spend more time near the cotton balls it could indicate a positive chemotaxis or if they are repelled, it would be a negative chemotaxis, If neither occur, then their movement would just be kinesis or "random". They will calculate the average number of pill bugs per chamber over a 10 minute time interval. They will then calculate standard deviation and standard error of the mean before drawing conclusions.
Save the Date: January 29, 2026.
The Westwood Regional High School Counseling Department invites Class of 2027 to attend an Option II Program.
This evening is designed to provide important information regarding Option II programs for the 2026–2027 school year, including eligibility, application requirements, timelines, and expectations. A letter will follow on Genesis when we return from holiday break.
The Westwood Regional High School Counseling Department invites Class of 2027 to attend an Option II Program.
This evening is designed to provide important information regarding Option II programs for the 2026–2027 school year, including eligibility, application requirements, timelines, and expectations. A letter will follow on Genesis when we return from holiday break.
The first Bergen County Youth Task Force Meeting is set for January!
High school students are invited to join and work alongside their peers to create a healthier Bergen County for all residents.
When: Wednesday, January 28 from 6-8pm
Where: Paramus Public Library, 116 E Century Rd, Paramus, NJ 07652
Register for free - see flyer for QR code
Questions? Contact Madie Jones at mjones@pipnj.org.
9th & 10th grade students in Mrs. Scalia & Mrs. DiLuzio's history classes took a trip to the 9/11 Museum and Memorial. It was an incredible and meaningful experience that helped bring history to life. Students learned so much, asked thoughtful questions, and gained a deeper understanding of the events of September 11th and their lasting impact.
WRHS welcomes back Ashley Molina, Class of 2024 to provide a presentation for students interested in Boston College. Please see flyer for details. Students in grades 10-12, if you are interested in attending, please email kelly.riedel@wwrsd.org
Westwood Regional High School French and History students had a fantastic experience exploring The MET NYC. It was a great way for students to gain insight on the material learned in class and connect it to the real world.
December 15-19: Spirit Week. Go Cards!
Congratulations to Pam Duffus! Westwood Regional High School's New Jersey Governor’s Educator of the Year!
This outstanding recognition honors her unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our students. Congratulations!
This outstanding recognition honors her unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our students. Congratulations!
The Westwood Regional School District is proud to announce "Once a Cardinal, Always a Cardinal," a new initiative celebrating the deep-rooted connection between the District and its staff. This program highlights the 60 current employees who are also proud graduates of Westwood Regional Schools.
The initiative recognizes employees who have come full circle, returning to the hallways where they once learned to now lead and inspire the next generation. These dedicated individuals represent a wide range of roles, from teachers and administrators to support staff. Their collective experience totals an impressive 565+ years, showcasing a profound and enduring commitment to the community.
Thank you to our Westwood TV (WTV) for featuring some of our Once a Cardinal Staff. Check it out on WTV YouTube Channel to interviews with current Once a Cardinal Alumni/Staff at https://www.youtube.com/@WTV_NETWORK
The initiative recognizes employees who have come full circle, returning to the hallways where they once learned to now lead and inspire the next generation. These dedicated individuals represent a wide range of roles, from teachers and administrators to support staff. Their collective experience totals an impressive 565+ years, showcasing a profound and enduring commitment to the community.
Thank you to our Westwood TV (WTV) for featuring some of our Once a Cardinal Staff. Check it out on WTV YouTube Channel to interviews with current Once a Cardinal Alumni/Staff at https://www.youtube.com/@WTV_NETWORK
Great job by our High School's Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Concert Choir, and Chamber Singers at last night's concert! Thank you Mr. Pena and Mr. Fritz for everything you do!
