WHS Principal's Update!!!

Week 2 has been fantastic, Wolverines! 💙🐾 By now, everyone should be settling in and getting into the groove of the new school year. I hope you enjoyed today's pep rally and you got a chance to meet Wally the Wolverine!!!

If you are still in need of a schedule adjustment, please email your counselor directly; they will follow up within 48 hours. Valid reasons for a schedule change include a missing graduation or Academy requirement, a gap/missing period in your schedule, or a parent/student request to increase or decrease course rigor (Honors, AICE, AP, etc.).

Please remember that students enrolled in Executive Internship, Volunteer Public Service, Part-Time Dual Enrollment, or Senior Privilege must have the required signed/notarized parent form on file.

🚨 Important: Requests to change a teacher or lunch period will NOT be approved and are not valid reasons for a schedule change. No exceptions will be made.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we get everyone settled and ready for another great year at WHS!

Monday, Aug. 17: Bullying, Cyberbullying, Title IX-Harassment, TikTok

Tuesday, Aug. 18: Substance Abuse, Vaping and Consequences

Wednesday, Aug. 19: AI in School , Innovate and Safeguard AI Guidebook

Thursday, Aug. 20: School Counselors - Grad Requirements, AICE/AP Updates

• Exam Retakes: If your student needs to retake an exam, please ensure they complete the Retake Google Form by September 10, 2026.

• Fall Assessment Calendar: Attached to this message, you will find the Fall Assessment Calendar, which includes exam dates for Retakes, Senior A Level English Literature, and AS/ AL Classical Studies.

AICE Retakes for Fall 2026

1. Fill out form

2. Pay on School Cash Online

3. Send receipt to Drucker

https://forms.gle/NQhocmoGVdNYw9ni8

Google Classroom for AS English Language Retakes: d6snlld

Fall 2026 Assessment Calendar

Please join us for AICE/AP Night on Thursday, September 3, 2026 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm!!! Learn about all of the avenues to earn an AICE or AP Capstone Diploma, courses we offer, meet the teachers and explore!

Peers for Papers is looking for qualified peer editors for this school year. See the flyer for more information, or see Mrs. Streed in room 2-112 with any questions.

Need help with your math homework??? Math Lab is beginning next week!! Check out the flyer below for more details and dates!

We have our PBSC embedded advisor for the 26/27 academic year. Mrs. Dionne will be on site the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month to assist students in person. They are welcome to make appointments or come see her on a walk-in basis in the Media Center during lunch. In addition to this, she is available to help students virtually when I am not on campus. Do not hesitate to share this information with your students.

Attached please find a flyer that includes her contact information and QR code to the booking link. When she is not in the Media Center, she is located in the South Shore office.

HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is excited to invite WHS students, teachers, and families to join us for our upcoming Robotics Night on Tuesday, September 15. This is a fantastic opportunity for students who are beginning to explore future career paths, as well as teachers and parents interested in learning more about the intersection of healthcare, science, technology, and innovation.

Robotics Night will give attendees an opportunity to:

• Get hands-on and give the robot a try!
• Learn how robotics is transforming surgery and patient care.
• Meet a panel of robotic surgeons and learn about careers in healthcare and technology.
• Ask questions and explore how STEM concepts are applied in a real-world healthcare setting.

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, September 15
Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Palms Beach State College Loxahatchee Groves Campus
Registration: Click here to register

Established in 2020 by Principal Gorham, the Principal’s Leadership Council is your direct hotline to the administration. Once a month, the Council meets to sit down, grab some lunch, and chat directly with Principal Gorham.

Why should you join?

• Undivided Attention: This isn't just another club, it’s a seat at the table. You have Principal Gorham’s full, uninterrupted attention.

• Be the Change: Want to see changes on campus? Have a concern that needs addressing? This is your chance to share what’s working, what isn’t, and what we can do better.

• Real Impact: Your feedback directly shapes the student experience and culture at our school.

Fill out the google form and submit by the deadline: August 28, 2026.