Congratulations to the Westwood Regional High School Class of 2025 Salutatorian, Beatrice Mitchell! Congratulations Beatrice! Your hardwork has paid off!
Hey 11th graders! The NJGPA is coming up on March 11th and 12th. We encourage our students to review the attached posting for key information and ways to support and prepare for this important assessment. For more information please visit our NJGPA Parent Hub website on our C&I webpage! #NJGPA #Testing #HighSchool #ParentSupport
Arianna Ragno has been supporting Brookside Elementary School through our Work Based Learning Program. She has been learning about the different facets of teaching & assists in developing lessons & seeing them through to completion. She plans on majoring in elementary education.
Jessica Campos, a senior in our Work Based Learning Program, is interning at Care One of Ridgewood as a recreation assistant. She assists the recreation director with the residents' social programs. After graduation, Jessica plans to pursue a nursing degree.
We may be in the 2024-2025 school year but our counseling department alongside administration are preparing students for next year scheduling. This week our high school counselors met with all grade 9 and 10 students to review their transcripts as well as select/prioritize courses for the 2025-2026 school year. For more information on our school's offerings check out our Program of Studies linked here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1P1vN0YGTLYP5qPNyL1RFzc_w1vuPNEyTOan-BXuPnNU/edit?usp=sharing and view our High School Electives Video https://youtu.be/4UMFk53OLbc
Students in Mr. Gunneson's High School Materials Science 2 class put the finishing touches on bistro tables for the Woodington Players' upcoming production of "Mamma Mia".
Congratulations to all of our Content Area National Honor Society Inductees (Math, Science, English, Social Studies, French, Spanish, and Italian). Go Cards!
Attention Middle and High School Students: Bergen County Stigma Free Sticker Contest~ Artwork should represent what it means to be stigma-free or what “Proud to Be Stigma-Free” looks like. Rules and entry details are available in the link provided below. All artwork must be original. • Entries may be hand drawn or digitally designed. • Entries must include artwork and consent form. All entries must be received by FRIDAY, MARCH 28th
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lkbvLp7p05oc_d2EDlpFKnbvv5J19NZg/view?usp=sharing
Barbara Montes-Ocelotl has been working at the Westwood Borough Hall in the social services department through our Work Based Learning Program. She intends to take this experience and major in Social Work to become a Clinical Social Worker. Great experience!
Jordan Miceli and Gabrielle Kopp are both interning at Oradell Animal Hospital through our Work Based Learning Program. In addition to actively caring for the animals at the hospital, they have observed several operations and as well as other procedures. Gabrielle will be majoring in environmental science and Jordan intends to major in veterinary science.
Bergenfield High School invites students and parents in Bergen County to their College Fair on February 26, 2025 to meet with college/university representatives from over 90+ institutions. College fair takes place in Bergenfield HS Gym from 7-9:00pm.
Rutgers NJ Medical School Summer Youth Scholars Program (SYSP), an enriching academic journey designed for rising 11th and 12th grade students who have a passion for STEM. SYSP offers a comprehensive blend of academic enhancement and medical immersive experiences. https://njms.rutgers.edu/education/hcoe/sysp.php?fbclid=IwY2xjawIl8EFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHf7MPK-gibv0Yy47fP5ayoHSFaLdzxBEeTYSOprtBtiXQwbvhcz4FfM2FA_aem_oqnSjLEqhQ4OWf8BH8NbCQ
Throughout the program, participants delve into SAT preparation, learn about anatomy and physiology, engage in research presentations, explore college, engage in wellness activities, and gain insights into the field of medicine.
2025 Program Date and Duration
In-person from June 30 - August 8, 9 am to 3:30 pm. Participants must commit to the program's schedule for the entire six weeks without exception.
Acceptance into the program is on a rolling basis, meaning spaces may fill up before the official deadline. Therefore, we encourage applicants to submit their materials promptly.
Application Deadline is April 18, 2025
Supporting documents should be sent to the Office of Primary Care, Diversity, and Community Engagement via email at sysp@njms.rutgers.edu (preferred) or by mail to the following address:
ATTN: SYSP 2023
185 South Orange Ave, B624
Newark, NJ 07103
https://njms.rutgers.edu/education/hcoe/sysp.php
Congratulations to our High School Cheer Team! 2025 ALL-MUSIC SMALL DIVISION & GROUP 2 STATE CHAMPIONS!!!! Go Cards!
The SAT will be administered to registered junior students on March 5th during the school day. Students can practice in advance of the test by visiting https://bluebook.collegeboard.org/students
All high school families,check your email for a modified schedule for March 5 (regular start and end time).
Ms. Kemple's Biology class is having fun learning about “Mitosis.”
Brandon Colin Gomez is a senior in our Work Based Learning Program. He is currently working at the Fresh Grocer and will be entering the workforce after graduation.
Makayla Sanchez is actively involved in nursing at the Care One Ridgewood facility through our Work Based Learning Program.. She has experience in taking patients' vital signs, providing wound care, and has also been trained in CPR and feeding assistance. This fall, Makayla will be attending college to major in nursing, with aspirations to further her career as a Nurse Anesthetist. We extend our special thanks to Care One for their continued support of our WBL program.
During our staff professional development day, our K-12 Physical Education Teachers, 6-12 Nurses and 6-12 Counselors received full-day training on Mental Health First Aid. All participants are now certified Mental Health First Aid Responders. The is one aspect of our partnership with the Mental Health Association of New Jersey. More to follow...
Save the Date Bergen County Directors of Guidance College Fair on March 19, 2025 at Ramapo College. Scan the QR Code to register. Reach out to your school counselor or Ms. Riedel with any questions. College and career resources available on our website under Counseling and Wellness and High School https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/wwrsdschoolcounseling/high-school-9-12
This week we will be encouraging our students to participate in a Kindness Challenge, focusing on how they can show kindness to others and themselves. We know our students demonstrate kindness every day, and this week provides a special focus on promoting a positive and supportive atmosphere. It's a reminder that even the smallest acts of kindness can have a significant impact.
