Mr. Krebs' physics class building roller coasters out of cardboard to test out the effects of turns on how a marble accelerates down the roller coaster.
Bergen Community College Open House on November 2nd from 3:30-6:30pm. Scan to register or visit openhouse.bergen.edu
The HIgh School debate team had a successful tournament on Friday. Multiple debaters beat their personal records and won several rounds throughout the day. Additionally, a big congratulations to Emma DePeola for winning "Best Judge"! Go Cards!!!!
BigFuture School ~ a free app for students who've taken in-school digital assessment like the PSAT/NMSQT. You can use the app to get your test scores quickly, connect with colleges, and get customized college/ career guidance. Learn more @ www.bigfutureschool.org
The National Honor Society is pleased to once again provide free peer tutoring throughout the academic year for High School students. Students will arrange scheduling directly and meet as needed. If you are having difficulty in a particular class, want to review before an assessment, or need help with a particular topic, NHS students are here to help. NHS students are seniors who have taken many of the same classes as you and can provide explanations and advice directly from their experiences. Please complete the 2023-2024 NHS Tutor Request form and we will do our best to find an available student tutor. Please allow for 72 hours (3 days) from when you send a request to hear back. If you do not receive a response within 3 days, please email Mrs.Wren and Ms. Palozzola directly. This form is also available on the NHS website and was emailed to students. Please complete a new request for each subject in which you wish to receive tutoring. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
Thank you,
Mrs. Wren & Ms. Palozzola
WIDA2023 Annual Conference took place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin this year. It is the leading conference for teachers of multilingual students in Pre-K through Grade 12, providing educators worldwide with the chance to exchange best practices and find novel methods of instruction. Pictured is Mrs. Cardona, High School teacher.
Dr. Matt Bellace delivered an entertaining and informative presentation to all students in grades 9-12 as part of our Red Ribbon Week celebration. Dr. Bellace focused on achieving "natural highs" and expressed the importance of leading a drug-free lifestyle. Dr. Bellace then delivered a parent version of the program in the evening which was open to all parents of students in grades 6-12.
Westwood Regional High School Assistant Principal, Michael Kenduck, presented on the use of artificial Intelligence in education at Rutgers University as part of the New Jersey Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference. Westwood Social Studies Instructors Ms. Palozzola and Mr. Nelson attended the conference. Westwood Psychology Instructor, Mrs. Wren, who serves as an At-Large Director of the NJCSS, attended the conference and helped plan the workshops for the cohort of Psychology Instructors.
Great program for parents on Monday, October 23rd @ 6:30 PM in Hurley Theater. High School students will see the presentation during the day!
Congratulations to our September Student of the Month, Jaeden Lewis (Grade 11), Nominated by Mr. Condro. Great job Jaeden!
Millions of Americans wear purple on Spirit Day as a sign of support for LGBTQ+ youth and to speak out against bullying. Just a few of our many high school teachers who participated. Thank you to our teachers who work hard to make sure school is safe for all students.
Mr. Piskadlo’s Environmental Club spent the day cleaning up the Woodcliff Lake Reservoir with Veolia North America. They recovered 976.5 lbs of garbage today! Great job!
The High School Debate Team is working hard in preparation of their first tournament this Friday at Tenafly High School! Go Cards!!!
The third Wednesday of October is National Unity Day, a day founded by PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center to pledge to end bullying and wear orange. Thank you to our High School staff for participating.
Mr. Arellano's Pastry and Baking class making cinnamon buns. Delicious!
College/Visits are underway in the School Counseling Office. Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors can sign up on Naviance. 30+ colleges are visiting WRHS in the next month.
Please refer to the letter posted on Genesis.
School Violence Awareness Week, October 16-20,2023 organized by our Student Assistance Counselor. https://www.canva.com/design/DAFxJQDUBY4/tcB_S_Q1yPUl3qYN6YFUTQ/view?utm_content=DAFxJQDUBY4&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor
Class of 2025: PSAT will be administered digitally on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. Please refer to the letter posted on Genesis for more information.
Class of 2026: PSAT will be administered digitally on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. Please refer to the letter posted on Genesis for more information.
Dear Westwood Regional High School Students and Staff,
Due to sewer issues, there will be an early dismissal TODAY for WRHS students ONLY. All students will be dismissed at 12:11 p.m. Athletics will still continue. Lunch will not be served. The middle and elementary schools will remain open.
Thank you for your understanding.