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We had the privilege of hosting two WRHS juniors, who came down to speak with our 8th graders about what to look forward to at the high school and how to best prepare for this exciting transition. The juniors shared personal experiences, tips for success, and insights into the opportunities that await at WRHS. Adding to the excitement, they brought along some free WRHS swag, which sparked smiles and a sense of belonging among our students. This visit built enthusiasm and eased some anxieties, leaving our 8th graders feeling more confident and excited for the journey ahead! I appreciate that this idea came from the High School students while working on a DECA project. Great job!  

We are thrilled to welcome Karli Buel as our new adjustment counselor, who will be joining our team next week! She will be working collaboratively with Mrs. Rayner and the classroom teachers. Karli brings a wealth of experience in providing social-emotional support to students, most recently serving at Brimfield Elementary School. Her expertise will be invaluable in addressing the diverse needs of our K-8 community, from fostering emotional resilience in our youngest learners to supporting our middle schoolers as they navigate the challenges of adolescence. We are confident that Karli’s compassionate approach and dedication to student well-being will positively impact our school. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome!

It's hard to believe we are already deep into planning for the second half of the school year. For those who are planning ahead, we do have MCAS dates for consideration:

  • ELA (Grades 3-8) 4/8 and 4/9
  • Math (Grades 3-8) 5/6 and 5/7
  • Science (Grades 5 and 8) 5/13 and 5/15
  • Civics (Grade 8) 5/20 and 5/21

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The week ahead: 

  • Monday (1/27) A Day
  • Tuesday (1/28) B Day
    • Basketball vs Murdock at home
  • Wednesday (1/29) C Day
    • Half Day for PD (11:55 dismissal) 
  • Thursday (1/30) D Day
    • Basketball vs Chocksett at home
  • Friday (1/31) A Day



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