Mr. Piskadlo’s AP Environmental Class holds a debate on the merits of Golden Rice to tease out the issues surrounding its use in developing countries.
Biology students are working on a project that displays the steps of mitosis using paper plates, string, and pipe cleaners.
Our Work-Based Learning Coordinator, Ms. Murray has set up a visit to the Mahwah campus of Lincoln Technical Institute. The visit to Lincoln Tech will take place on April 25, 2025. There is a 20 student limit at this time (first-come, first serve). Please email dina.murray@wwrsd.org to sign up and receive a permission slip. Any questions, contact Ms. Murray.
Ms. McKaba's Honors Chemistry class just learned about the indicators of a chemical reaction, such as a production of heat, and to try and counter the cold they did a warm demo known to some as the Whoosh Bottle and to others The Howler (shoutout Harry Potter). From the production of heat to the visual to the pure sound of this demo, it is always a student favorite!
Our Work-Based Learning Coordinator, Ms. Murray has set up a visit with Universal Technical Institute on January 29th at 10am. Please email dina.murray@wwrsd.org if you are interested in attending. Visit their website @ https://www.uti.edu/ to learn more about the programs they offer (see picture of programs).
For our Cardinals in College: FBI Honors Internship Program is a 10-week paid internship that allows you to discover job opportunities that match your career interests and develop the skills you need to face some of today’s most pressing issues and advance
your career. Application: February 10- March 5, 2025 Visit: FBIJOBS.GOV/STUDENTS-AND-GRADUATES
Undergraduate and graduate students from all areas of study and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Eligible applicants are U.S. citizens, full-time students, and have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 20th, 2025)
Please see the photo below for information regarding a Zoom Presentation Titled, "Hidden in Plain Sight" from the Bergen County Prevention Coalition.
Ms. McKaba's Honors Chemistry class is at it again with the chemical reactions! This demo, called the Hungry Dragon, shows the chemical reaction indicator of the production of light and involves a melted chemical reacting with a gummy bear to produce quite the "light show."
Thank you to Isabella LaMotta for hosting Westwood Regional High School's first "CELEBRITY FAMILY FEUD LIVE AT LUNCH". Thank you to the staff who participated, Mrs. Petrocelli (Digital Media Teacher), and all of the students behind the scenes. TEAM Connelly with the win!
Students had the opportunity to interact with neurosurgeons and surgical team members observing a live neurosurgery in real time at the Liberty Science Center. They had the chance to ask questions as the surgery took place. This valuable experience also exposed our students to various career opportunities in science and medicine. Great experience!
Ayden Abreu is participating in the High School's Work Based Learning Program @ Valley Hospital. He has been rotating through departments, focusing on the recruitment department. Ayden will be majoring in psychology at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Great experience!
Ms. Murray recently toured Universal Technology Institute in Bloomfield NJ. They have 16 campuses across the country that offer housing. UTI offers skilled trades, automotive, diesel, collision, marine, motorcycle, HVAC, & welding in various transportation industries all achievable in less than 18 months. UTI offers financial aid and has partnered with many dealerships that offer tuition reimbursement. https://www.uti.edu/locations/new-jersey/bloomfield
If you are interested in any of these areas of study please email to schedule a tour or visit from a representative. Murray dina.murray@wwrsd.org.
Class of 2026 Students and Parents: Sign Up for your junior family conference starting the end of January. These meetings are two-fold to plan a meaningful senior year schedule while also discussing your individual post-graduation plans. Our school counselors have set up calendar appointments in the links shared on our website. Copy/click this link to access. https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/wwrsdschoolcounseling/high-school-9-12/grade-11-junior-resources
Ms. Florek's English classes came to the media center for a "Speed Dating with a Book" activity. Students participated in multiple rounds of 5 minute "dates" getting to know books from seven different genres and identifying any that they would like to spend more time with.
Reminder:
Starting with the Class of 2025, parents/students may either complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or be exempted from the requirement in accordance with procedures outlined in the law. This is a graduation requirement.
For more information, check your email for a senior letter outlining next steps. You can also visit: https://www.nj.gov/education/finaid_waiver.shtml
Attention High School Students: The National Summer Program Fair -a free event for high school students and families on January 28th from 4:30-7:00PM at the Bogota Bank (Rothman) Center @ Fairleigh Dickinson University , Hackensack.
This in-person event will showcase over 100 ways high school students can spend summer 2025, including on-campus pre-college programs at the nation's most prestigious universities, study abroad opportunities, STEM programs, teen travel, art/portfolio prep, test prep, and local nonprofits seeking summer volunteers.
Students and parents need to pre-register to attend. Students and parents will receive a QR code to show at the event for easy access.
For any questions, please visit www.summerprogramfair.com or email - info@summerprogramfair.com
Scholarships were discussed at our Class of 2026 Counseling Presentation. Naviance is one platform to visit to view scholarships as is FastWeb. Please visit this link to see FastWeb's list of Class of 2026 Scholarships available now. https://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships/articles/scholarships-for-high-school-juniors?utm_source=external_educator&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=HSCM_nlet2025
Jessica Kenyon is a senior who partakes in our Work Based Learning Program at "All The World’s A Stage" as well as Oradell Public School. She is working in the music department as well as assisting in the productions. Jessica will be attending Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison NJ, where she will be pursuing degrees in both English & Theater.
Mr. Chen's Honors and AP Physics students are flying! Students measured their frontal surface area to calculate how fast the wind speed would need to be to support their weight before testing it in iFLY's indoor wind tunnel.
