Weymouth High School

Good Evening Weymouth High School Community,

We hope everyone enjoyed the great weather the past few days! This week marks the end of term 1 on 10/31/25. Please make sure your child has completed all their work for term 1.

Our seniors continue to be recognized with the "You are PAWSOME" award. This award is given to seniors who have made the Weymouth High community a better place through their character and their actions.

Despite the positive actions of our students, over the past few weeks we saw an uptick in student behaviors that resulted in a number of student altercations. We realized these isolated incidents impact us all and we are working through a plan of action moving forward. Deans will be reminding students about school expectations, what it is to be an upstander vs. a bystander, and how everyone has ownership of their behaviors and the choices they make throughout the day.

Safety of our students and staff are of utmost importance and we will be consequencing all students involved. We continue to work with students to build skill sets, specifically how to handle and cope with peer conflict.

We continue to bring awareness to mental health and many of our students participated in the Go Green for Mental Health awareness at our football game on Friday night.

Student Spotlight

Last week WHS Allied Health juniors and seniors took an exciting field trip to Boston MedFlight at Hanscom Air Force Base. The visit gave students a behind-the-scenes look at the lifesaving work of MedFlight’s critical care team and the advanced medical helicopters and ground units used to transport patients in emergencies.

Students spoke with flight nurses, paramedics, and communications specialists, learning about the teamwork and technical skills needed to care for patients in fast-paced, high-pressure situations. They also explored the education and training pathways that can lead to careers in nursing, emergency medicine, and critical care transport.

For students currently studying EKG, Phlebotomy, and CNA through the Allied Health program, this experience connected directly to Chapter 74 Health Assisting standards, especially those focused on health and safety, teamwork, and technical skill development. The visit inspired students to see how the skills they are learning now in their CTE classroom, such as patient care, communication, and professionalism, can open doors to exciting and meaningful careers in medicine.

Students from the Criminology and Legal Studies classes had the opportunity to gain first hand exposure to a university campus while exploring the Justice Studies academic pathway at Roger Williams University. During the visit, they interacted with college faculty and students, asking questions about college life and the admissions process. The experience also encouraged students to reflect on how their high school coursework prepares them for higher education, while exploring potential college and career opportunities in the field of Criminal Justice and Justice Studies.

Halloween

Please read our Halloween Costumes guidelines. Any student that chooses to wear a costume must adhere to these guidelines.

Transportation/Traffic Updates

All bus IDs have been distributed to students. Going forward, any student taking the bus home must present their ID when boarding and ride only their assigned bus.

As we continue to look at traffic patterns at our school both on campus and off campus, please continue to follow the expectations that we have outlined at the beginning of the year. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority.

Community Spotlight

Looking for information on local programs, events, and family resources? WPS' Community Spotlight has you covered. We’ve updated and simplified this resource, which was introduced last year, so you can quickly see local opportunities for school families all in one place. This week, see updates on the Dreamcatcher, upcoming events from Weymouth Girls Basketball, and more!

The MCAS family reports have been mailed out to all students that took the tests last spring.

Have a great week!

Karen Monahan, Principal

Malissa Northup, Associate Principal

We Belong, We Grow, We Excel

• Wednesday, 10/29 - Retake Picture Day
• Friday, 10/31 - Term I Ends
• Tuesday, 11/4 - No School Students; Staff PD
• Tuesday, 11/11 - Veterans Day - No School
• Wednesday, 11/12 - WHS School Council - 2:30 pm - Gold Lobby Conference Room
• Thursday, 11/13 - Winter Sports Information Night - More information to come.
• Wednesday, 11/19 - WHS Parent Council - 7 pm - Library
• Thursday, 11/20 - Evening Conferences & Walk with the Wildcat
• Friday, 11/21 - 1/2 Day Students; Afternoon Conferences
• Wednesday, 11/26 - 1/2 Day Students & Staff
• Thursday, 11/27 & Friday, 11/28 - Thanksgiving Recess

In preparation for the possible impact to SNAP benefits, we would like to remind families about our backpack program and the food pantry.

• We encourage families to consider exploring local food resources, including the Weymouth Food Pantry, which offers pop-up locations throughout the community. You can view the full Food Pantry Calendar for upcoming dates and sites.

• Additionally, the Weymouth Schools Backpack Program continues to provide weekend meals for students. Families are encouraged to sign up here if interested.

• Looking for information on local programs, events, and family resources? WPS' Community Spotlight has you covered. We’ve updated and simplified this resource, which was introduced last year, so you can quickly see local opportunities for school families all in one place.
• This week, see updates on the Dreamcatcher, the Town's Halloween Trunk or Treat event, upcoming events from Weymouth Girls Basketball, and more!
• Be sure to click on the gray Community Spotlight button below for all of the up-to-date community opportunities and resources.

• Please join the Weypops Fundraiser - Tavern for a Cause - by having lunch/dinner at the Tavern in the Square, Weymouth, on Monday, 10/27 from 11:30 am - 12 midnight.
• Be sure to mention "Weypops" when reserving a table.
• Dine in and takeout orders are all eligible.
• Click on this LINK for more information.

• There will be a brief information meeting on Tuesday, 10/28 after school in Room 216.
• Any girl interested in running, jumping or throwing for the indoor track and field team, please attend this meeting.
• If you have any questions, contact Coach Miller at michael.miller@weymouthps.org.

• Join QPR for a 90 minute interactive workshop designed to teach people from all backgrounds how to respond to youth experiencing a mental health crisis or struggling with suicidal thoughts.
• The training workshop will be on Wednesday, 10/29 from 6 - 7:30 pm @ the Tufts Library in Meeting Room 133.
• Click on this LINK to view more information.

• Signups are open via Arbiter for Basketball, Ice Hockey, Wrestling, Indoor Track & Field, and Gymnastics. The signup link can be found here
• We will hold a Sports Information Evening on Thursday, November 13. More to come, including an agenda and timeline.

• Tickets are now on sale for the Weymouth High Theater Company's production of "Mean Girls: High School Version" for Friday, 11/21 - Sunday, 11/23.

• Come on out and join these incredible young artists. It's going to be so fetch!

• “Mean Girls: High School Edition” was among the TOP 5 MOST PRODUCED HIGH SCHOOL MUSICALS IN THE COUNTRY for 2024-2025.

• Click on this LINK for more information.

• Tickets: WHTC "Mean Girls: High School Version" - https://ticketstage.com/T/weymouthhs

DISCLAIMER: Please note that “Mean Girls: High School Version” contains crass/rude language, mature content, and allusions to alcohol use. Parents should use their own discretion.

Please be sure to read these Important Chromebook Updates

• A fee of $25 will be charged for each incident of accidental damage to student devices. This is a new charge that started this year.
• If your device is lost, a $315 obligation will be incurred.
• If your charger is lost, a $42 obligation will be incurred.
• Stickers placed on a device and any marks made by permanent markers are considered intentional damage and could result in an obligation.
• Click on this LINK to view more information.

• Be sure to click on the Guidance gray bar below for all the information regarding necessary to get registered for college visits.

Thank You to Our Athletic Sponsors!

• As our fall season gains momentum, we are pleased to recognize the generous support of our high-level athletic sponsors, RAZ, Inc., SEANFIT, Cape Cod Lumber, College Hype, iLearn Wellness Group, North Weymouth Civic Association, Plowguys of Weymouth, Previte’s Marketplace, and Weymouth Youth Track Club.
• See a complete list of all sponsors »
• We look forward to cheering on the Wildcats together and welcoming additional partners throughout the season!

• The Dreamcatcher Classic Thanksgiving Day Road Race is back for its 33rd year.
• The race will take place on Thursday, 11/27.
• Race time is 7:30 am.
• The race will begin and end at Weymouth High School.
• All proceeds benefit WHS Athletics.
• If you register before October 8 using the promo code whsathletics25 you will save $5 on the registration fee.
• Click on this LINK for more information and to register for the race.

We will announce Community Happenings here in the Sunday Message for one week. After that, the information will be available below on the Community Happenings button.

Elks Poster Contest

• The National Elks Foundation is holding their annual Drug Awareness Contest for students from Grade 3 through High School.
• This year's theme is "Drugs are a Grave Mistake"
• Grade range for the high school level is Grade 6 - 12. This grade level will be submitting a video.
• Click on this LINK to view the many more details, rules and deadlines.

• Be sure to check out the Community Service section below (grey button) to see the most recent community service opportunities.