Join Us for WWRSD + InSite Health, K-12 Parent Program on October 15th at 6:30pm by InSite Health Megan Coral, MS, LMFT, ASDCS, ADHD-CCSP
Regional Clinical - Helping children build independence + parenting styles and their impact on children. See letter for details.
Regional Clinical - Helping children build independence + parenting styles and their impact on children. See letter for details.
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. It is important to emphasize the critical importance of suicide prevention in our schools. Announcements will be shared the week of September 22nd raising awareness for suicide prevention.
Suicide prevention is not the responsibility of a single person or program. It takes a network of caring professionals, advocates, educators, clinicians, peer supporters, and community members working together to create hope, connection, and access to help. Through your dedication, compassion, and expertise you are helping to save lives.
9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline magnet/window cling to post in your classroom. The 9-8-8 Lifeline offers free, confidential support 24/7 to anyone experiencing thoughts of suicide, a mental health crisis, or emotional distress.
Creating safe, responsive, and supportive learning environments is a collective responsibility. We thank you for continuing to prioritize suicide prevention and youth mental health as an essential part of school safety and student well-being. Together, we can make sure everyone knows where to turn in a time of need.
Suicide prevention is not the responsibility of a single person or program. It takes a network of caring professionals, advocates, educators, clinicians, peer supporters, and community members working together to create hope, connection, and access to help. Through your dedication, compassion, and expertise you are helping to save lives.
9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline magnet/window cling to post in your classroom. The 9-8-8 Lifeline offers free, confidential support 24/7 to anyone experiencing thoughts of suicide, a mental health crisis, or emotional distress.
Creating safe, responsive, and supportive learning environments is a collective responsibility. We thank you for continuing to prioritize suicide prevention and youth mental health as an essential part of school safety and student well-being. Together, we can make sure everyone knows where to turn in a time of need.
WWRSD School Counseling Quarter 4 Newsletter has been sent to families and staff. https://canva.link/8365zw4os0zpqex
A link is also available on the main page of our district counseling website: https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/wwrsdschoolcounseling/home
A link is also available on the main page of our district counseling website: https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/wwrsdschoolcounseling/home
Our partners at NJ4S shared the following presentation: A1 & Mental Health: What Parents Need to Know - June 9th at 6:30pm. Join this free webinar to learn how kids are using Al and how to guide and protect them. Speaker Lauren Muriello, LPC, Founder of Well Being Therapy Center. See flyer to register.
NJ4S is offering a vaping program tonight at 7pm. Join this virtual session for the latest information about the vaping crisis impacting our youth. This session will utilize the Don't Get Vaped In curriculum to introduce the dangers of vaping, and what to look out for, with a stronger emphasis on strategies that parents can use/share with their kids for how to quit vaping.
Learn about the truths they don’t tell you. Learn how nicotine primes the brain for addiction, serious health risks linked to use, and eye-opening stats to build a caring, stigma free culture.
Learn about the truths they don’t tell you. Learn how nicotine primes the brain for addiction, serious health risks linked to use, and eye-opening stats to build a caring, stigma free culture.
Our district counseling InHabit Professional Development turned into action. Thank you Westwood Regional Middle School Counselors for creating Planting Seeds of Mindfulness with breathing exercises for students to utilize throughout their day.
May is Mental Health Month. Today take time to notice what brings us pleasure, peace, and pride. Visit our website for a worksheet to explore the activities and memories that help you feel good. You can look back
on these reflections on hard days for ways to feel better.
https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/wwrsdschoolcounseling/home
on these reflections on hard days for ways to feel better.
https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/wwrsdschoolcounseling/home
RISE (Reflections InterACTive Summer Experience)
Summer experience which addresses a variety of issues through the use of improvisational theatre. Reach out to the email to request an application.
This is a FREE program, funded by the County of Bergen.
Teens can earn volunteer hours and acquire leadership skills and have fun, all at the same time. RISE 2026 will be on Tuesday nights, starting on July 7 until August 25, 2026.
TIME: 5:45pm-7:45pm
WHERE: 1 Bergen County Plaza – Hackensack, NJ
We will also have other opportunities for RISE participants to earn volunteer hours by attending workshops that we will be leading.
Students in Grades 8-12 and must be Bergen County residents.
Contact: SBlock@bergencountynj.gov
Fact sheet:
Summer experience which addresses a variety of issues through the use of improvisational theatre. Reach out to the email to request an application.
This is a FREE program, funded by the County of Bergen.
Teens can earn volunteer hours and acquire leadership skills and have fun, all at the same time. RISE 2026 will be on Tuesday nights, starting on July 7 until August 25, 2026.
TIME: 5:45pm-7:45pm
WHERE: 1 Bergen County Plaza – Hackensack, NJ
We will also have other opportunities for RISE participants to earn volunteer hours by attending workshops that we will be leading.
Students in Grades 8-12 and must be Bergen County residents.
Contact: SBlock@bergencountynj.gov
Fact sheet:
Reminder this Wednesday: March Madness Spirit Day at Westwood Regional Middle School on March 25, 2026
March Madness Spirit Day at Westwood Regional Middle School on March 25, 2026.
Northern Highlands will be hosting an in-person Summer 2026 Artificial Intelligence Program through Inspirit AI, developed and taught by Stanford and MIT alumni. The program will run Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 24, weekdays only, from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
The program is open to all Bergen County students, grades 6 (entering) through 12 (exiting).
The program is open to students entering grades 6 through graduating seniors and includes 30 hours of hands-on, project-based learning in AI. Students will explore foundational AI concepts, gain insight into generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, learn introductory Python programming, examine ethics and bias, and complete a collaborative group project. No prior experience is required.
If you feel this may be a good fit for students in your district, we would be grateful if you could share the attached document. If not, no worries. Information about cost, etc is included.
For specific program questions, please feel free to contact Jared Greene at jaredgreene@inspiritai.com. Flyer link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12jvj8z_7sHskKzLnafPpvi-_73pncv73/view?usp=sharing
Reminder: Tuesday, February 24th at 6;30pm Virtual Presentation by MS/HS School Counseling Departments
Class of 2030- The Genesis Parent/Student portal letter has been shared. Please check your inbox/Genesis as well as our middle school counseling site to review the information. Save the Date: February 24th for a virtual workshop (see flyer). https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/wwrsdschoolcounseling/middle-school-6-8
Class of 2030- The Genesis Parent/Student portal letter has been shared. Please check your inbox/Genesis as well as our middle school counseling site to review the information. Save the Date: February 24th for a virtual workshop (see flyer). https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/wwrsdschoolcounseling/middle-school-6-8
The Harlem Wizards are coming to town! Join us at Westwood High School on March 15th at 2:00 PM for a fun-filled afternoon as your favorite teachers take on the Harlem Wizards in an unforgettable game.All proceeds from this exciting event will benefit the Class of 2027’s Project Graduation, helping to support a safe and memorable celebration for our seniors.Tickets are now available — don’t miss out on the fun!
Class of 2030- The Genesis Parent/Student portal letter was shared yesterday. Please check your inbox as well as our middle school counseling site to review the information. Save the Date: February 24th for a virtual workshop (see flyer). https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/wwrsdschoolcounseling/middle-school-6-8
Westwood Regional Middle School showing kindness and emphasizing certain reminders during the Great Kindness Challenge. Students are encouraged to show kindness Officer Scott & Officer Danielle by making safety a priority~ Show kindness to yourself! Highlight the good ~ Show kindness to our custodial staff! Help keep WRMS clean!~ Show kindness to our WRMS teachers~ Show kindness to your peers and community! Many thanks to our school counseling team for organiziing.
National School Counseling Week~ February 2-6, 2026. This week focuses on the unique contribution of school counselors within our schools, sponsored by American School Counselor Assoc. WWRSD would like to highlight the TREMENDOUS IMPACT our school counselors have in helping students achieve school and personal success.
A heartfelt thank you to our Westwood Regional School Counselors
A heartfelt thank you to our Westwood Regional School Counselors
WWRSD School Counseling Newsletter is available to view on our district counseling website under communications on the main page and linked here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG6dmWo178/Zbd3n7MvhRXTdgdP2cmCKw/view?utm_content=DAG6dmWo178&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h0afd131b41
Thank you to our school counselors for their contributions and the work they do in our schools.
Thank you to our school counselors for their contributions and the work they do in our schools.
Thank you to our parents and students who attended last night's Open House program. We are excited to welcome the Class of 2030 to our high school this upcoming school year. We have posted last night's presentation to our school counseling site as well as linked it here for you to view: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1mGwkCjXd0NuEvNcUkeWpXW_1JleHw0RtTpw3nYt46Eg/edit?usp=sharing
Tonight: Class of 2030 Incoming Grade 9 Open House at Westwood Regional High School on January 12, 2026 @ 6;30pm. See letter for details
Class of 2030 Incoming Grade 9 Open House at Westwood Regional High School on January 12, 2026 @ 6;30pm. See letter for details
