Our Model UN team recently competed against 19 schools at the Seekonk High School Warrior Model United Nations Conference. Our team of 22 students showed a high class of diplomacy, problem-solving, and ingenuity in coming up with solutions, earning them 6 awards and a scholarship to a Model UN summer program.
- Top Delegate: Josefa Contreras
- Outstanding Delegate: Alisa Robles-Breneman and Elliot Lim
- People's Choice: Jayden Connors and Carson Beale
- Top Position Paper: Graham Lawson
Congratulations, team!
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Last week, the Unified Basketball team attended the "Court of Dreams" event, hosted by the Beautiful Lives Project, Boston Celtics front office, and President of Basketball Operations, Brad Stevens, at the Auerbach Center! The basketball clinic, led by the Jr. Celtics Academy, helps student improve their passing, layups, and free throws. The students had time to practice their skills with Mr. Stevens and had a great time! |
Our newest club, the Mental Wellness Club, just had their first meeting! Led by junior students Ruslan Lavrishin, Callan Casey, Hasnain Ali, and David Hughes, and supported by Mr. Cooke, the club's goals are to provide a supportive discussion space for students at WHS and to raise awareness about the important of mental health for overall well-being. The club meets every other Wednesday before school in room 119 - all are welcome! |
During the Elementary STEM Night at the Hosmer School last week, our AP Chemistry students, with guidance and support from Ms. Mundy, prepared and conducted a series of chemistry demonstrations! The students were excited to showcase their laboratory skills and chemistry knowledge, and the elementary students were enthralled by these experts! |
Juniors who would like to register for the in-school SAT on March 25 must complete this registration form by February 6 and pay the $60 fee by February 13.
Students can pay with a check, made out to the City of Watertown, or through the payment form on ParentSquare. Checks can be brought to Ms. Quibaka in the main office or to their guidance counselors. Students who receive a fee waiver have a reduced registration fee of $8 and may only pay by check.
Please direct any questions to Mr. Dowd (ryan.dowd@watertown.k12.ma.us).
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Mandated state health screenings for 9th and 10th graders will begin over the next month. Nurse coordinator Jennifer Thermenos sent out a notice regarding these screenings and how to opt in/out.
For 9th graders, the following screenings will be performed:
- Vision
- Hearing
- SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment)
- Postural
For 10th graders, the following screenings will be performed:
This year, postural screening is opt-in. If you would like your student to be screened for scoliosis, please reach out to Nurse Healy.
All other screenings are opt out. If you do not want your student screened, please reach out to Nurse Healy as soon as possible. You can fill out the form sent by Jennifer Thermenos or email Nurse Healy with your preference.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to Nurse Healy with any questions.
Nurse Healy: courtney.healy@watertown.k12.ma.us
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As we prepare to open our new building, Watertown is embarking on an exciting initiative to develop our own Profile of a Graduate - a shared vision that defines the skills, knowledge, and qualities every Watertown High School graduate should possess. Building on Massachusetts’ Vision of a Graduate, this framework will capture what makes a Watertown education unique and serve as a guiding “north star” for curriculum, instruction, and student experience, while also positioning the district for its 2029 accreditation renewal.
Over the coming months, we will engage students, families, educators, and community members through surveys, focus groups, and a working group to ensure this profile reflects our shared values and aspirations. There are three ways you can participate:
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Complete this Stakeholder Survey! This is a comprehensive survey to gather input on what skills, qualities, and values should be defined by a Watertown graduate. It will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.
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Participate in a virtual focus group session! We will be hosting two virtual focus groups in February (date TBD) - one for faculty and staff and another for students and families. They will meet for one hour and focus on community visioning and discovery, as well as defining the “Watertown Voice”. Please use the Stakeholder Survey to submit your interest.
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Become a Working Group member! We are seeking dedicated community members to serve on our Profile of a Graduate Working Group. This group will participate in three 2-hour virtual sessions (February, March, April), with between-session work, and help guide the development process. We are looking for diverse perspectives, including: current and recently graduated WHS students, parents and guardians, teachers and staff, community members and local employers, and School Committee members.
- Your name and relationship to Watertown High School
- Why you are interested in participating
- Any relevant experience or perspective you bring
We want to ensure that every Watertown graduate leaves our school prepared with not only academic knowledge, but with the skills, dispositions, and character to thrive. As we move into our innovative new building - a symbol of our commitment to sustainability and forward-thinking education - this Profile of a Graduate will anchor our vision and unite us around a shared definition of success. We are excited to build this together, thank you for your commitment to Watertown students!
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Please join us next Monday, January 26, at 7:00 PM in the WMS auditorium for our Career and Technical Education (CTE) program presentation! We'll be discussing how students can access career-focused/technical education at WHS, at other high schools, and after graduating from WHS. |
JUNIORS
Our guidance counselors have visited all 11th grade English classes to begin the "future planning" process. This includes introducing students to post-secondary college/career exploration and application processes, reviewing transcripts, learning about SCOIR and post-secondary opportunities, and discussing tasks to complete in the next several months. Students and families can review these slides that were shared during class.
JUNIOR FUTURE PLANNING NIGHT
11th grade students and families are invited to our Junior Future Planning Night on Wednesday, February 4, at 6:00 PM in the WMS auditorium! This is an opportunity to hear directly from college admissions representatives, discuss the future planning process, and hear about the different types of schools and programs offered after high school.
END OF QUARTER 2
SOPHOMORES
FYI! Guidance counselors will be holding 10th-grade classes in February to discuss healthy relationships and begin the course selection process for next year.
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The yearbook is on sale for $65 until February 13! After February 13, the price will increase to $75. The final deadline to purchase the yearbook is April 14. Grab yours now using this link: WHS Yearbook Sale.
SENIORS! Please review the yearbook newsletter sent to you by Ms. Ollero.
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There is still time to apply to be a volunteer member on our Literary Advisory Board!
The WHS Literature Advisory Board is currently accepting applications for new board members! The board is composed of students, families, teachers, and administrators who review current and proposed texts for the English Language Arts department. The board's goal is to ensure that our curriculum reflects the lived experiences and voices of the Watertown community and aims to support the WPS mission of creating anti-racist, culturally sustaining classrooms for all students.
Accepted members will serve as volunteers for one year and commit to attending quarterly meetings on weekday afternoons/evenings (times/dates determined once the committee is formed). The deadline to submit your application is Friday, January 30, at 11:59 PM.
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Please join us this Thursday, January 22, on Google Meet at 6:00 PM for School Site Council! All are welcome. |
Come to the WMS auditorium this Thursday, January 22, at 6:00 PM for Live Music Night, hosted by our WHS pop/rock music groups! |
Students in our ESL programming will begin annual ACCESS testing next week. Tests will continue throughout the month and students should remember to bring their Chromebooks, fully charged. |
The National Honor Society is hosting a clothing drive from January 7 to January 28. Donations can be dropped off in the bins in the main office, library, or cafe. These are the priority items they are looking for: new socks, new undergarments, new or gently used pajamas, boots, sneakers, and sandals. |
- January 22, 6:00 PM, WMS auditorium
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