Westwood Regional High School

Class of 2026: this October, The Culinary Institute of America waived their application fee!
Use on Common App or apply directly through their website—no code needed.
Culinary Institute of America | World's Premier Culinary College
https://www.ciachef.edu/

ONE WEEK: PSAT/NMSQT will be administered on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 during the school day to grades 10 and 11. A letter was uploaded to Genesis with more information. For students in grades 9 and 12, please review to the letter for delayed opening information.

Students in Grades 11 and 12:
On Saturday, October 25th, Ms. Guenther-Duffus is taking students interested in pursuing future studies in art or design to National Portfolio Day at the Javits Center in NYC (a large college fair for art and design students).

If you are interested in exploring a future in art, fashion, architecture, film, graphics, you may be a great candidate to attend.

Transportation is $20 per person. Parents/guardians are welcome to join us for this event. Please inquire about the event go to room 160 to learn more and grab a permission slip.

For more information go to: https://nationalportfolioday.org/schedule/oct-26-newyork

Another Great SNAP Conference sponsored by the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office. Always a great event when law enforcement partners with the schools to address serious issues facing our students.

Reminder: Our district is pleased to invite you to an evening presentation in partnership with InSite Health:
Understanding Children’s Mental Health Tuesday, October 14, 2025 | 6:30 PM Westwood Regional High School, Hurley Theater. Please reference letter sent for more information. We look forward to seeing you on October 14th.

Our WRHS School Counseling document has been updated with 4 letters for high school students/parents. Please copy link / check your Genesis Portal for the letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xoy33KMaEnenB67BXmTtGd-KaJAcH2v2GKz4KnEcP5k/edit?usp=sharing

University of Vermont visiting the high school today. Reminder to grades 10, 11, & 12 to look in Naviance to see and register for upcoming visits. See your counslor with any questions.

GRADES 10-12 - Universal Technical Institute (UTI) will be visiting on Thursday, November 14th at 10:00am, School Counseling Office. During the presentation, students will learn about the wide range of programs UTI offers in the auto industry, including: Automotive training, Engine repair, Welding Collision repair and painting. Motorcycle and marine repair
UTI will also provide information on tuition, tuition reimbursement, job placement, and the many financial aid opportunities available to students. To sign up, see your school counselor or Ms. Murray (dina.murray@wwrsd.org)

Apply for free to The University of Alabama during the week of October 6- 10, 2025. https://stories.ua.edu/undergraduate-admissions-free-app-week/index.html

Representatives from the Bergen County Board of Elections trained 36 high school students to work at the polls. Approximately, 70 students are slated to work on Election Day at the polls in Westwood and Township of Washington.

The Westwood Regional High School Counseling Department would like to invite you to attend our annual financial aid presentation on October 30, 2025 at 6:30pm. This presentation will be delivered virtually and recorded. Our program is presented by Ed Zamora with Principia Prep. Please refer to the letter posted on Genesis to register in advance for this webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

HOBY We are now accepting SOPHOMORE nominations for our state leadership seminars on May 30- June 1, 2026.

Since 1958, HOBY Youth Leadership has provided transformative leadership development training to over 500,000 high school students around the world. Our seminars guide students through three phases of leadership—personal, group, and service. These seminars educate students each year as they embrace a better sense of their leadership abilities, tangible ways to lead diverse groups, and a challenge to serve their communities.

Learn more —watch the video below https://vimeo.com/756532321

Please see your school counselor if you are interested in this program.

NHS Tutoring available during lunch starting September 30th. See flyer for more information.

Class of 2026 Senior Sunrise! Go Cards!

Reminder for the Class of 2026: Last day to register for school day SAT is September 29th. A letter was reshared via Genesis Portal today.

Students in Grades 9-12: “Lead the Change” BERGEN COUNTY EQUITY
THINK TANK (BCETT) hosted by Ramapo College Teacher Education.

Students who register via the QR code should also email kelly.riedel@wwrsd.org

Lead the change in your school and community. The Bergen County Equity Think Tank brings together high school students for a powerful, student-driven experience that tackles issues of equity and belonging.

It was an honor to give the Westwood Regional High School Class of 1980 a tour of the building today. Once a Cardinal, always a Cardinal!!!! Enjoy your reunion!

Thank you to Dr. McQueeney and the BOE for recognizing our district staff who have completed 25 years of service to the district. A special congratulations to high school art teacher, Pam Duffus. THANK YOU for everything you do for our students, school, and community.

Thank you to Dr. McQueeney and the Board of Education for recogning our 24 AP Scholars, 11 AP Scholars with Honor, and 29 AP Scholars with Distinction. Congratulations to everyone!