West Haven Public Schools is providing breakfasts and lunches free of charge under the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) through the Child Nutrition Department. The students in West Haven will continue to receive free benefits throughout the school year. The school districts that are in jeopardy of their funds running out are not on the CEP program. All West Haven Public Schools will continue to receive free breakfast and lunch for the duration of the school year.
Over 2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ families helped Washington bring back its yearly holiday tradition - Family Craft Night! Families got to make gingerbread houses, sand art, holiday ornaments, and so much more!
Students at Washington had a great time singing and dancing today at the Holiday Sing A Long!🎄🎶
The WHHS Children’s Theatre performed its play, ‘How many days of Christmas are there?’ for all 2 graders this week for some practice before their public performance this Sat., 12/17! The show is free of charge for ALL families and will start at 10:30 a.m. in the WHHS Auditorium.
Last night, Seth Haley’s PTA hosted “Pancakes in Pajamas”! The fun night included pajamas, holiday shopping, story time, pancakes, and more!
Forest hosted a Winter Wonderland night for students and families! Santa and Mrs. Clause also made an appearance!
WHHS hosted its Alumni Homecoming last night as counselors helped alumni reach their career goals! The even took place in the Career Center.
The West Haven girls volleyball team was presented the 2022 Sportsmanship Award from the New Haven board of volleyball officials! Congratulations Coach Kate Coldren and the captains on this well deserved honor!
On December 3rd, the MUN (Model United Nations) Club took part in the UNH Charger MUN Conference, and everyone did a great job while learning a lot! Also, congratulations to Alvaro Sarmiento on winning the "Best Delegate" award! It is one of the highest honors at the conference for being the most prepared and aware of their topic. Great job MUN Westies!
West Haven families looking for information about the 'Pandemic EBT' Child Care program? Please visit this link > https://portal.ct.gov/DSS/SNAP/Pandemic-EBT.
The 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 returns this winter beginning January 8th, 2023! It's a 10-week program for ages 4 - 12 years old. Please see the flyer for more information. You can also access the website by clicking here > https://bit.ly/3UOZi8f.
Congratulations to all of our incredibly talented students at Carrigan for their performance at the Band & Choral Concert yesterday!
State Representative Dorinda Borer stopped by Mackrille today for our students to thank her for her support in helping us get a new playground! Thank you!
A big THANK YOU to the International Save A Life Tour for visiting WHHS! They were here for 2 days informing students on the dangers of driving impaired and distracted.
To learn more about the Save A Life Tour, click here: https://bit.ly/3uvclRn
REMINDER | Tomorrow, December 7th, will be a half day for students due to Staff Development.
On Saturday, December 17th, the WHHS Children's Theatre Class is presenting their show, "How Many Days of Christmas Are There?" The show will take place in the WHHS Auditorium and is FREE of charge for all families to attend!
Third graders at Pagels learning about Connecticut from the giant map today!
Application forms for the annual Toys for Joy event will open Tuesday afternoon on PowerSchool! Toys for Joy is made possible by the West Haven High School Peer Advocates, the WHFD, and the WHPD. Toys for Joy services West Haven Public School students through age 12 and their non-school age siblings (up to two per family).
Congratulations to WHHS students Donald Gonzalez and Nathaniel Colon on being named Blue Devils of the Month!
Washington & Savin Rock hosted Family Math Night where over 300 people attended! Families were treated to a delicious pasta dinner & participated in over 15 games that covered all mathematical standards. Each family took home a copy of each game to continue the learning at home.
