Waldwick High School Principal's Blog

Update on the MLK Week of Service (See video below) Website for the WHS  MLK Week of Service The locations for our service trips are set. Students have submitted their first, second and third choices for their service activity. The social studies teachers are working on assigning students to the different sites and days. Now, I need a parent/guardian to help with completing the permission slip on Genesis Parent Access. Please submit the form ASAP. Due date is this Friday, 12/22/23. Prior to January 8th, parents/guardians will receive an email with the location and time their child will be taking part in one of the off-site service trips. This is going to be a great week for the students and staff of WHS!

  The WHS Athletics Booster Cub is excited to be offering Athletic Lawn signs for all the Winter sports this year. It is a great way to show support for our teams and athletes. You can order them directly from the booster club web site store. Booster Club Store Ordering Deadline is December 20th so please spread the word so no one misses the opportunity to order their sign. Once the orders are created we will reach out to everyone regarding pick up days / times, which will be handled at the snack stand at the stadium turf in mid October. The cost for each sign is $20 for Booster Club Members and $25 for non members. Thank you to everyone for all your support. WHS Booster Club

  Order your Varsity Jacket - 12/14/23 during lunch (Cafeteria) See links for details on Pricing/Order Form/Sizing/Patches: Waldwick Jacket Flyer for 12-14-23 Jacket Order Form Varsity jacket sizing guide Patch Catalog

Global Awareness Bake-Off! Monday December 18, after school in Cafeteria  Students and staff all welcome Bake - $5 per person to enter Judge - $3 to judge Pay at event to participate! Scan the QR code to sign up and for more information!

  WHS Jr. Class Hoilday Fair 📅 Monday, December 18th ⏰ Time: 5pm-7pm 📍 Waldwick High School Cafeteria

You are cordially invited to attend the Open House for Eighth Grade Parents/Guardians & Students Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 6:30pm Little Theater Waldwick High School The program will focus on: Highlighting the different academic programs ~ Learn what WHS is all about ~ Hear about all the ongoing facilities upgrades ~ Clubs & Activities ~ WHS Athletics - Meet the coaches and players

Waldwick Music Parents Association presents The 5th Annual Holiday Music at your door Friday, December 15, 2023 6:00 PM - 9:00 pm 23 printable flyer music at your door by Beth Getlik Serwin

WarriorNation, As the holiday season approaches, we have an incredible opportunity to make a positive impact on families in need. From December 11 to December 20, Waldwick High School is hosting a Clothing Drive, and we invite each and every one of you to participate in spreading warmth and love. How Can You Contribute? It's simple! Clean out your closets and look for any gently used or new clothing items that you can donate. The drop-off location will be at the main entrance and Greenberg Center at Waldwick High School. Feel free to swing by anytime between December 11 and December 20 to make your contribution. Thank you in advance for your generosity and kindness. Together, as a united Waldwick High School community (WarriorNation), we can make a significant impact on the lives of those in need. Your contributions, no matter how big or small, are appreciated. Let's make this holiday season a time of giving, compassion, and service. Thank you for being a part of something mea

This year WHS will be taking part in our very own MLK Week of Service from January 8th, 2024, to January 12th, 2024, which leads up to Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 15th. This week will serve as a reminder of the power of service and the importance of giving back. We believe that participating in the MLK Week of Service can play a vital role in fostering not only the growth of our students but also the betterment of our community. The WHS Social Studies Department has taken the lead on this initiative and more information will be shared over the next two weeks in regards to: volunteer opportunities, service trips and the different ways students and staff will be able to participate. It’s our goal to have the entire WHS community involved in some type of service during the MLK Week of Service. An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity ~ Martin Luther King 

PSAT scores for our students are now available for viewing. We understand the anticipation and excitement surrounding these scores, and we encourage you to access them at your earliest convenience. To assist you in understanding your Digital PSAT/NMSQT Score Report, we have provided a valuable resource from CollegeBoard. Please take a moment to watch the video titled "Understanding your Digital PSAT/NMSQT Score Report" by following this link .   Additionally, for a detailed breakdown of your scores and to explore further insights, we recommend visiting the "Your Score Explained" section on the College Board website. You can access this information through the following link . I want to emphasize that the PSAT is just one of many tools to help guide your educational journey. It's important to recognize that this is not the sole indicator of your abilities or potential. Please keep in mind that each student has unique strengths and areas for growth, and this

WarriorNation ... It's time to get loud! We need you on Saturday afternoon.  Saturday November 4th - Championship Saturday! Boys Soccer North 1 Group 1 State Sectional Final Waldwick vs Mountain Lakes 2:30pm at Warrior Nation Stadium See link for all the details (There is an admission fee being charged by the NJSIAA) 2023 NJSIAA Boys Soccer State Sectional Final Info Come out and support our boys soccer team!

New Staff @ WHS - Caitlin Gallagher It is my pleasure to introduce Caitlin Gallagher to the Waldwick community. Ms. Gallagher will be a great addition to our Language Arts Department. This year she will be teaching English 11 and 12 at the high school. We are very excited to welcome Ms. Gallagher to WHS.

The cafeteria is READY!!! I can't thank the students enough for their patience during the last 2 months. They have been amazing. The space looks AMAZING and I can’t wait for the students and staff to get in there. Thank you … Waldwick Community for making this happen. 

Schedule Change for Waldwick High School only. On Thursday, October 26, all 9th, 10th & 12th grade students will have a delayed opening with a 9:50 AM report time. All students are to report to the HS gym to start the day. All 11th Grade students will be taking part in the administration of the PSAT/NMSQT test and will report at 8:00am. One other change to the schedule will be flipping the rotation days on  Wednesday and Thursda y  that week. Wednesday, 10/25, will be a Day 2 and Thursday, 10/26, will be a Day 1.  Friday, 10/27, remains a Day 3. This change has been made on the calendar and students will be reminded next week.

WHS Picture Retake Day has been scheduled for Friday, October 27. First Session: 10:30am -12:00pm Second Session: 12:30pm - 2:00pm If you did not sit for your picture, please make sure you attend on 10/27 so that your picture will be in this year's yearbook. Students who need to be photographed must ask for permission to leave class to sit for their photo.

  Order your Varsity Jacket - 10/27/23 during lunch (Cafeteria) See links for details on Pricing/Order Form/Sizing/Patches: Waldwick Jacket Flyer for 10-27-23 Jacket Order Form Varsity jacket sizing guide Patch Catalog

  New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) Individual Score Report Spring 2023 In the spring, your student participated in the New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) administration to measure their academic performance in English language arts (ELA), mathematics, and science as defined in the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS). Evaluating the results from statewide testing can be a helpful tool in measuring your student’s success in school. For decades, New Jersey has used statewide assessments as a valuable instrument for assessing our students’ annual progress. One report for each content area in which your student tested will be mailed home to you no later than October 12, 2023.  The reports illustrate how your student performed on each test. There are also charts and graphics that show you how your student performed in relation to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (https://www.nj.gov/education/standards/) and how your student’s performance comp

Waldwick High School will be a national testing center for the administration of the PSAT Exam and National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test on Thursday, October 26, 2023. We offer the test free of charge during the school day to all Juniors. The PSAT/NMSQT is now digital! The test is easier to take, shorter, has more time per question, and comes with a built-in calculator. Junior level Math and Language Arts teachers will be talking with students about the PSAT/NMSQT and reviewing the new online procedures. The PSAT is an excellent opportunity to prepare and gain an understanding of the SAT exam. Juniors are eligible for a National Merit Scholarship depending upon their score.  College Board Information related to the PSAT/NMSQT Info for PSAT/NMSQT Testing Day - Thursday, 10/26/23 All Juniors should report to their testing room before 8am. Please be on time. Testing rooms will be shared with the students the week of the test via their English teacher. Charged Chromebook (The test is

Congratulations to Waldwick High School which was named to the 2023 AP School Honor Roll! The AP® School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness. “AP represents an opportunity for students to stand out to colleges, earn college credit and placement, and potentially boost their grade point averages,” said Trevor Packer, head of the AP program. “The schools have shown that they can expand access to these college-level courses and still drive high performance – they represent the best of our AP program.” Special thanks to our AP teachers for all their hard work in preparing our students for the AP exam. To the students that made this award possible, thank you for dedication and commitment to your academic

The WHS Athletics Booster Cub is excited to be offering Athletic Lawn signs for all the Fall sports this year. It is a great way to show support for our teams and athletes. You can order them directly from the booster club web site store. Booster Club Store  Ordering Deadline is October 8th so please spread the word so no one misses the opportunity to order their sign. Once the orders are created we will reach out to everyone regarding pick up days / times, which will be handled at the snack stand at the stadium turf in mid October. The cost for each sign is $20 for Booster Club Members and $25 for non members. Thank you to everyone for all your support. WHS Booster Club

See link for an update from Mr. Mayer regarding:   September 2023 Athletic Department Announcement

This year our Back-to-School Night will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2023. The evening will begin at 7pm with all parents reporting to their student's 1st period class. Here are a few items to help you get through the night: All Physical Education and Health classes will meet in the Little Theater Science "labs" do not meet All Study Halls will meet in Media Center Below is the schedule for the evening: Period 1 7:00 - 7:15 (Special Announcements & 8 minutes) Period 2 7:19 - 7:27 (8 minutes) Period 3 7:31 - 7:39 (8 minutes) Period 4 7:43 - 7:51 (8 minutes) Period 5 7:55 - 8:03 (8 minutes) Period 6 8:07 - 8:15 (8 minutes) Period 7 8:19 - 8:27 (8 minutes) Period 8 8:31 - 8:39 (8 minutes)

New Staff @ WHS - Sofia Hernandez It is my pleasure to introduce Sofia Hernandez to the Waldwick community. Ms. Hernandez will be a great addition to our World Language Department. This year she will be teaching Spanish at the high school. We are very excited to welcome Ms. Hernandez to WHS.

New Staff @ WHS - Jillian Beckerle It is my pleasure to introduce Jillian Beckerle to the Waldwick community. Ms. Beckerle will be a great addition to our Math Department. This year she will be teaching Algebra 2/Trigonometry CP and Calculus Honors, as well as Exploration into Engineering at the high school. We are very excited to welcome Ms. Beckerle to WHS.

Update on reporting student absences at Waldwick High School:  As I mentioned in one of my summer blog posts , punctuality and attendance are crucial aspects of a student's academic journey. They play a significant role in shaping their overall educational experience and future success. As part of our focus on attendance and our continuous drive to improve everyday logistical functions at the High School and Middle School campus, we have created a new attendance procedure for when your child is going to be absent from school.  You will no longer call the school to report an absence. Instead, you will now be logging into Genesis Parent Portal and reporting the absence online.  The Genesis Parent Portal attendance module will be our new form of communication when alerting the school that your child will be absent. This new three step process streamlines everything into one location and helps our daily attendance procedures move at a quicker pace.  Please click the link below for th

  Please consider supporting the Waldwick High School student athletes and athletic programs by becoming a member of the Booster Club. Membership is easy through the below link. It's only $40 to be a member for the year and covers your family. In the registration you will see examples of the numerous ways the Booster Club supports thanks to our members/donors. Through your membership you will also be kept up to date on the high school athletics programs, be exposed to volunteer opportunities, be provided access to specific merch/discounts (coming soon) and you will be listed on the member page of the website. Also, if you have a varsity athlete in any sport then your Booster Club membership enables them to attend the varsity banquet dinners after their season at no additional cost. Link: WHS Booster Club 

See link for an update from Mr. Mayer regarding the Fall sports season @ WHS.  Fall 2023 WHS Athletic Community Letter We are looking forward to great year! 

Bring on the 23-24 school year! I hope all the students and WHS families had a great summer. It's been an exciting summer here at WHS with all of the construction and renovations going on. What a great time to be part of Waldwick High School and Warrior Nation. We have one more phase of construction: Rooms 423, 425, 427, 429, 501 & 503 and the exterior of the Gym area. Yes, the construction will cause some inconveniences and changes to our normal routines, but the end product is something everyone connected to WHS and the Waldwick community will be extremely proud of! On Wednesday, September 6, we will follow a Special Schedul e where all classes will meet. Everyone will report to their Period 1 class by 8am. Seniors who have Period 1 Independent should be in the building by 8:45am. and check in with Mrs. Raffaele in front of the Little Theater. Students should bring a copy of their schedule/screen shot or have access to Genesis via their phone. Health classes will start on

It was great to see the class of 2027 last week at the 9th grade orientation. A lot of information was shared with the students. Here is the link to my presentation -  9th Grade Orientation 2027 . One thing we were not able to do was allow students to walk around the building to see where their classes are. I know this might be stressing some of the students, so we will open the building on Tuesday, 9/5 from 2 - 3pm for students to walk around and figure out their schedule. The counselors and administrators will be around to help answer any questions. Understanding Your Schedule  For Wednesday, 9/6 we will follow an "All Classes Meet Schedule". Here is what you see on Genesis when you look at the summary tab. *As a note, lunch does not appear on students schedule. For Wednesday, lunch will take place from 11:10 - 12:01. **When a class is listed twice on the schedule in the same period or a different period, that relates to a science course / lab. The science teachers will

  Pictrue Day is Wednesday, 9/13. Order From Link 

We are open!!! Genesis Parent Access is now open. Parents have the ability to complete all of the necessary forms. Once the required forms are completed, your child(ren)’s schedule will be visible on both the parent account and student account. Through Genesis Parent Access, all parents are required to complete the following forms under the Forms Tab. Once you click on the form link, you have the ability to read and sign all forms online (Forms are only available through parent accounts). Student Schedule - Reading it When looking at the Summary Tab in Genesis Parent/Student Access, you will see your schedule for the day. By using the green arrows next to the calendar days, you will be able to see your schedule for every day moving forward. Yearly Rotating Drop Schedule Here is the complete schedule for the month of September as well. - WHS September Calendar If you have an issue with your schedule please complete this Google Form and the counselors will review it when they return in

Guest blog post: David Merchan, District Technology Coordinator Dear Parents/Guardians & Students: We hope you are enjoying your summer and this letter finds you in good health. We’d like to take this opportunity to ensure that your student’s Chromebook is in proper working condition for the upcoming school year. To start, please go through the following checklist: Completely power OFF the Chromebook then power back ON. (This will complete any necessary updates) Test power cord is charging Check mouse Check keyboard and all other functionalities Go to meets.google.com and test the microphone and camera settings If your child’s Chromebook meets the above criteria, your child’s Chromebook is ready for the start of school. In the event that you are having a problem with any of the above criteria, please follow the schedule below for drop-off/pick-up repairs. Drop-off: High School: 8/21/23 - 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM - Location HS Main Office  Pick-up: High School: 8/30/23 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Update from Mr. Mayer - Fall 2023 WHS Athletics Parent/Athlete Letter