Waldwick High School Principal's Blog

The purpose of this post is to provide you with information on our state testing schedule for May. All 11th grade students will be taking the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) Science. NJSLA Science on 5/11 & 5/12 Thursday, 5/11, Day 2 (2 units) Friday, 5/12, Day 3 (2 units) AM Testing Only 8 - 10:30am (Approximately) In an effort to minimize disruption to our educational program, Waldwick High School will isolate the Grade 11 students for testing.  Instructional classes will continue for students in Grades 9, 10 and 12 while testing is taking place. Students will receive their testing locations from their Language Arts teacher. Please note: If a student completes a unit early, students are permitted to read a recreational book. Students who are absent on the day of testing will be required to make up the NJSLA assessment at a later date within the testing window. Therefore, please make every effort to have your child attend school on the days of testing. Student ...

The purpose of this post is to provide you with information on our state testing schedule for May. All 9th grade students will be taking the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) NJSLA ELA on 5/1 & 5/3 NJSLA Math (Geometry or Algebra 1) on 5/4 & 5/5 NJSLA ELA - (9th Grade Only)  Monday 5/1 Unit 1 Tuesday 5/2 Unit 2 Wednesday 5/3 Unit 3 AM Testing Only - 8 - 9:55am (Approximately) NJLSA Math - Geometry & Algebra 1 (9th Grade Only) Thursday 5/4 Unit 1 Friday, 5/5 Unit 2 AM Testing Only - 8 - 9:55am (Approximately) In an effort to minimize disruption to our educational program, Waldwick High School will isolate the Grade 9 students for testing.  Instructional classes will continue for students in Grades 10, 11 and 12 while testing is taking place. Students will receive their testing locations from their Language Arts teacher. Please note: If a student completes a unit early, students are permitted to read a recreational book. Students who are absen...

A friendly reminder that on Tuesday, April 18, at 6:00pm, we will hold our eighth monthly Wellness Webinar. This webinar is entitled, The Dangers of Vaping, and is presented by Hackensack Meridian Health. If you have any questions about these programs, please contact Mr. Sussman. at sussmanj@waldwickschools.org . The Dangers of Vaping April 18th at 6:00pm Particpants will learn more on the current vaping trends, associated health risks and what can be done to prevent vaping. Join Zoom Meeting Link  

Waldwick High School will be hosting the PSAT 10 for all current Sophomores - Class of 2025, on Thursday, April 20, 2023. This test will be available to Sophomores only. We offer this national test free of charge during the school day. The PSAT is an excellent opportunity to prepare and gain an understanding of the SAT exam.  If there is a parent/guardian who wishes not to have their child sit for the test, I ask that you have a conversation with your child's school counselor prior to making that decision. If you choose to opt your child out, please complete this Google Form so I can remove their name from the list. * Opt-out Form  (Please complete the form by Wednesday, April 18) Info for PSAT 10 Testing Day - Thursday, 4/20/23 All Sophomores should report to the cafeteria by 8am. Please be on time. Bring two #2 pencils and a calculator. (No calculators can be handed out) Cell phones must be turned off when you enter the testing rooms. We can not have a phone going off duri...

Dear Grade 9-11 Families and Students, The Waldwick Warrior Marching Band invites ALL current 9th, 10th and 11th grade WHS students to join for the upcoming 2023-2024 competitive season! Everyone is welcome, no prior experience is needed! The Warrior Marching Band open house will take place on Tuesday, May 2, at 6:30PM in HS RM 423 (the High School Band Room) - students AND parents must attend if you're considering joining. The open house will include a presentation from the Marching Band Directors which will last ~1 hour. If you are interested in joining the marching band & would like to know more info, please refer to the Marching Band Q&A doc. For additional questions/concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to the High School Band Director, Ms. Marsicovete (marsicovetej@waldwickschools.org).

The Waldwick Fire Department is looking for new members. If you're interested in serving your community, learning valuable skills, and having fun, please stop by Company #1 (15 East Prospect Street) on Thursday Nights to meet the members and learn about how you can volunteer. You can also e-mail President@waldwickfd.com for more information. WFD WHS Recruiting Flyer