Warrior Weekly
Volume IX, Issue XXXV, Friday, May 15th, 2026
Excellence In All We Do
Weddington High School
Email: tammy.yost@ucps.k12.nc.us
Website: https://www.ucps.k12.nc.us/Domain/55
Location: 4901 Monroe-Weddington Road, Matthews, NC, USA
Phone: (704) 296-6319
Facebook: facebook.com/weddingtonhs.nc
Twitter: @WHSWarriors
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
Monday, May 18th - Friday, May 22nd: Senior Week Activities (see below)
June 1st - 5th: EOC/CTE Testing (see details/schedule below)
Friday, June 5th: Senior Graduation Rehearsal (required/more details to follow)
Monday, June 8th: Graduation (8:00am Warrior Stadium)
EOC Final Exam Schedule
WHS Spring Final Exam Testing Schedule
- Any student who has an EOC exam and a CTE exam at the same time will take the EOC and then take the CTE exam on the day and time provided by their teacher.
- Students should bring with them their fully charged computer and a charger.
- Students should arrive by 7:40 AM or when the bus drops off for morning exams.
- Students should arrive by 12:30 for afternoon exams if not already on campus for morning exams. Students will be provided room locations for their morning exams. Afternoon exams will be located in regular assigned classrooms.
- Students who took an AP class first semester need to check their email for exam location information. Their AP teacher from first semester also has this information.
Monday, June 1st
8:00 AM
- NC Math 1 EOC
- NC Math 3 EOC
- Block 1 CTE State Exams
1:00 PM
- All First Block Teacher Made Exams
Tuesday, June 2nd
8:00 AM
- Biology EOC
- Block 2 CTE State Exams
1:00 PM
- All Second Block Teacher Made Exams
Wednesday, June 3rd
8:00 AM
- Remediation Sessions for Math I & Math III
- English II EOC
- Block 3 CTE State Exams
1:00 PM
- All Third Block Teacher Made Exams
- Remediation Sessions for Math I & Math III
Thursday, June 4th
8:00 AM
- Remediation Sessions for Biology
- Retake NC Math 1 EOC
- Retake NC Math 3 EOC
- Block 4 CTE State Exams
1:00 PM
- All Fourth Block Teacher Made Exams
- Remediation Sessions for Biology
Friday, June 5th
8:00 AM
- If scores are back, Remediation for English II
- Make Up EOCs
- Retake Biology EOC
- Make Up CTE State Exams
1:00 PM
- If scores back: Remediation for English II
- Make Up Teacher Made Exams
Week of June 8th
Monday, June 8th
8:00 AM (Teacher arrival time 6:45)
- Graduation
EOC English II retake will occur within 5 days of the scores being returned
- Retake English II EOC
Senior Week Activities
SENIORS
As we move towards Senior week next week we have a few items we need completed
SCOIR- Please log into SCOIR and mark enrolling for the school you plan to attend in the fall. Please also update each school that you applied to and the outcome. This is an urgent need as WHS counselors use this information to send your final transcript to your school. If seniors do not complete this step their final transcript will not be sent. Counselors use this information to create signs of your school to celebrate on academic signing day. If seniors do not complete this step, counselors can’t ensure there will be a sign for signing day.
Scholarships- Counselors are working to collect all data for any merit aid, athletic, and outside scholarships to celebrate next week and graduation. We ask seniors to complete the scholarship google document here https://forms.gle/WKJc76K9azcx3cEi9. Seniors are asked to report ALL dollars regardless if you are attending the school that awarded you. Simply put, if a senor earned it- we report it! If seniors can no longer access their portals but may know what they was awarded please reach out to Mrs. Washington at jackie.washington@ucps.k12.nc.us. Please report any merit aid, scholarships and athletic awards.
Paint War and Senior Banquet tickets can be purchased through infinite campus. Please log in to infinite campus, school store and then senior 2026 will appear with all options.
Paint war is $7 and permission form is required
Senior Banquet will be held at Union Exchange at 6:00 on may 19th. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased in Infinite Campus. Agenda will include dinner, staff/student speaker, senior superlatives crowned, senior video, music, games along with free time on the farm.
Senior video- Students are allowed to submit up to 10 pictures for senior video. Please submit here https://forms.gle/kRhEvAvEuFYSJa9x9. Pictures should include senior from baby years through high school. Pictures can include friends and family.
Important Graduation Information (Parents/Seniors)
CLASS OF 2026
Class of 2026 Graduation Live Stream
Important School Fee Information
Fee billing statements were mailed this week to parents and guardians of 12th‑grade students with outstanding fees. All fees must be paid on or before June 5. Students with unpaid fees after June 5th will NOT be given graduation tickets until fees are paid.
Fee billing statements for students in grades 9, 10, and 11 with outstanding balances will be distributed next week during Advisory.
Junior Night!
Amplify WHS!
The Weddington High School PTSO is raising $5,000 towards upgrading our auditorium sound system. This space hosts dozens of events each year—from Signing Day and athletic banquets to theater productions and the Talent Show. Our auditorium is the heart of our school and our current sound system is struggling to keep up with our impressive WHS talent. An upgraded sound system will improve the experience for students, families, teachers, and guests at every event held in the auditorium. We invite you to help support this important project. Thank you for investing in our students and helping their voices be heard!
Scan the QR code to donate or go to the PTSO website: https://weddingtonhsptso.membershiptoolkit.com/
Overdue Library Materials
As we approach the last six weeks of the school year, the library staff is trying to collect materials that are overdue from first semester and last year. Overdue notices will be emailed out today (April 17th) to students and parents and then again next Friday (April 24th). If materials are not returned or lost materials are not paid for by April 30th, these charges will go on your child's Infinite Campus account. Please email Anna Waldrup at anna.waldrup@ucps.k12.nc.us with any questions.
ATTENDANCE
Need to pick up your student early?
REPORT ABSENCES
STUDENT ABSENCE PORTAL
In the event your child is absent from school due to illness/injury, please upload your documentation to the Student Absence Portal. The proper documentation MUST be provided in order to excuse the absence. A phone call to the school, stating your student is absent, is not necessary. Remember, parent notes will only be accepted during the current 6-week grading period, of the absent day.
Weddington High School's Class of 2026 Commencement will be held on Monday, June 8th at 8:00am at Warrior Stadium. Additional details regarding graduation, including the process for claiming tickets, has been shared with seniors. Required graduation rehearsal to be held on Friday, June 5th.
K-12 DLI Presentation
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2027 PARENTS
Senior year starts NOW with their senior portrait! Please complete the Class of 2027 Senior Registration today to confirm your student’s information and ensure you receive senior updates and next steps from CADY. Just scan the QR code below and register today so you will all set when booking opens.n
CTE Courses
Below is a list of new CTE Classes available for next year. You will need to go to registration and add them as an Alternative Elective. If you are interested in any of these classes please add them so we can see if there are enough to offer the class.
-Interior Design Studio
-Adobe Video Design
-Introduction to Computers
-Equine Science
-Natural Resources
-Business Management
-Sales
You can view the CTE Canvas page on the School Canvas site to get to the Program of Studies to see descriptions of all these additional classes.
SAT & ACT INFORMATION
SAT and ACT online classes preparing for the May 2nd and June 6th SAT and the June/July ACT administrations. The tuition price for each class includes a course book, two proctored Practice Test sessions, and (6) 3-hour lessons delivered live on Zoom. Weddington High School Families students receive $100 off of the normal tuition price of $499 by using Coupon Code WHS2020 at checkout. Future Prep has partnered with Weddington for over 10 years and has data to prove they can help bring scores up by far! Sign up today and reserve your spot at www.futureprep.com
Juniors: NC College Connect
WEDDINGTON HIGH SCHOOL PTSO
PTSO Staff Breakfast
Hello,
This is our last Staff Breakfast for this school year! We are keeping it easy with a Grab and Go style breakfast. We are also asking for some paper goods when we provide the staff their EOY lunch and gift cards.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044AACAA2CA6FE3-57527495-may22staff
Special Thanks,
WHS PTSO Staff Appreciation
PTSO Open Position
We are looking for a detail-oriented, trustworthy volunteer to serve as Treasurer for the 2026-2027 WHS PTSO. No accounting degree required - just basic organizational skill and a willingness to help. Training and support provided.
Responsibilities include:
- Managing the PTSO budget
-Tracking income & expenses
-Providing simple monthly reports
-Attending monthly board meetings
This is perfect for anyone wanting to get more involved at Weddington High School. Email us for more information at w.d.h.s.ptso.nc@gmail.com
You can help pave the way for everyone to experience the Weddington Way! Click HERE to go to WHS PTSO website and join today!
All you need to do is create an account, verify your email address and then explore ALL of the opportunities for your involvement. In addition to your Membership we have Invest in Excellence (giving above and beyond without any fundraising), volunteer opportunities, and the option to link up to our donation partners such as Harris Teeter, Publix, and Amazon Smiles, a calendar, and more!!
Follow us on Facebook @weddingtonhighschoolptso (WHS PTSO) and Instagram @whs_ptso.
Email us at w.d.h.s.ptso.nc@gmail.com.
VISITORS/DROP OFFS
All visitors to the school must enter through the front doors of the school using the video doorbell system. All visitors must check in at the main office during the hours of 7:30 am and 4:00 pm, which are the main office hours on days that school is in session.
Forgotten Items/Drop Offs/Deliveries:
- items can be placed on the drop-off cart located outside the front doors
- items will be brought inside before the end of each block and placed on the table in the foyer
- please notify your student that their item has been dropped off - WE WILL NOT CALL STUDENTS OUT OF CLASS TO RETRIEVE ITEMS
- students can retrieve items in between class periods ONLY - they will not be permitted to go outside
- lunches can be placed inside the bin, and will be brought in before the end of each block and before the start of each lunch period
- PLEASE NOTE: items such as Chromebooks, phones, headphones, ear buds, etc., should NOT be left on the cart outside, and should be brought inside to the drop-off table
TECHNOLOGY FEE
All UCPS families will be responsible for paying a $30 annual technology user fee per student. The technology fee will be waived for students who qualify for free lunch. If you haven't paid your student's 2025-2026 technology fee, please scan the QR code below.
College Planning for High School Families
FAFSA
FAFSA, https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. To best prepare, review resources found at financialaidtoolkit.ed.gov.
WHSABC salutes Veterans Bridge Home
Thanks to all our Warriors that purchased Weddington Black Flag items last fall. We were able to make a $250 donation to Veterans Bridge Home last week. For our check presentation, Mike Hart was joined by two Weddington families that served in the military. We look forward to supporting this worthwhile cause again next year. 💚
ATHLETIC INFORMATION
Athletic Department Update
Questions about Athletics? Please contact our Athletic Director, Mr. Mike Hart, via email michael.hart@ucps.k12.nc.us or by calling the school.
Please visit https://weddingtonathleticzone.com/ for up to date information!
Can’t Attend Live? Watch it Live Instead!
Click here to learn more about our live stream partnership with the NFHS Network! Volleyball, wrestling, basketball, football, soccer and lacrosse will all be live streamed!
SPIRIT WEAR
Hey warriors - did you know that we offer SPIRITWEAR year-round? Many of our items are available for purchase ANY TIME! Tshirts, hoodies, pj pants, sweats, hats, etc. are available NOW for immediate pickup. Email whsabcspiritwear@gmail.com or text 704-806-6433 to get yours today!
Click HERE to shop!
Summer Camps at WHS
We’re excited to share our summer camp opportunities taking place at Weddington High School this year! These camps are a great way for students to stay active, build skills, and connect with our coaches and programs.
A full list of camps is available on our website, organized by date. Families can click on the flyer next to each camp for detailed information and registration.
Please note: These camps are operated by independent, for-profit organizations run by our coaches. They are not affiliated with or sponsored by Weddington High School, Union County Public Schools, or the UCPS Board of Education.
We hope your student can take advantage of these great opportunities!
Club Dance Team Info
Is Dance Team a Good Fit for Your Student?
As interest continues to come in for the upcoming season, many families have been asking the
same question:
Would this be a good fit for my student?
The Weddington Dance Team is designed for students who:
● Enjoy performing or being in front of a crowd
● Want to be more involved in school activities
● Are looking for a team environment with structure and accountability
● Have energy, personality, and a willingness to learn
Some students join with years of dance experience. Others are completely new and simply
looking for a place to get involved. That is the beauty of a dance team. Students come from
different backgrounds, but train and perform together as one team.
What they have in common is a willingness to show up, work hard, and be part of something
bigger than themselves.
Dance Team offers a different kind of involvement at the high school level. Students are not only
participating in school events, they are helping shape the atmosphere and energy of those
events.
They are visible. They represent the school. They contribute to the overall experience of
game day and beyond.
For many students, this becomes a place where they grow in confidence, find their people,
and take on a new level of responsibility.
If that is something you would want for your student, we encourage you to submit the
interest form to learn more before the next season begins.
→ Fill out the Interest Form to receive the Info Packet and next steps.
Weddington Dance Interest Form