Warren G. Harding Newsletter
October 2025
Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! Thank you so much for sending your children ready to focus on their education, and ready to learn!
This year our district is focusing on student attendance. The theme this year is “Attend Today, Succeed Tomorrow.” We know that it is very important that students are present in school each day to learn and to work toward graduation. We do ask that you encourage and support your child each and every day to be here at WGH on time. If you have any concerns about your child’s attendance, please feel free to reach out to your child’s counselor or grade level principal.
We have had an excellent start, and we are looking forward to a great year with our students in the Classes of 2029, 2028, 2027, and especially our upcoming graduates from the Class of 2026.
Please use the following tools to keep up to date on WGH events
- the new WCS Raiders App that you can download in your app store
- WSCN (www.wscntv.com), our student produced news channel with updates about clubs and events
We wish you a great fall and Let’s Go Raiders!
Dr. Janis L. Ulicny
Did you know that missing more than one day of school per month has proven to lessen a your child's chances to succeed in school? Join us in helping to make sure your child misses less than eight days of school this year. Time missed due to tardiness adds up too, so let’s make it to school on time, every day! You child will be monitoring their attendance weekly during their Raider Day Check-Out and hopefully we can all work to have your child in school and on time daily!
The following procedures apply for an absence to be considered excused:
- The parent/guardian must call the attendance office 330.841.2316 ext. 2156 or send an email to the attendance secretary, wghattendance@warrencityschools.org ; faxes can be sent to 330.841.2289.
- The parent/guardian must provide WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION when the student returns to school or within two days of his/her return from the absence.
- Documentation should be in the form of a doctor’s excuse, court excuse, or a note from the parent.
- Only seven (7) parent notes will be accepted throughout the school year. After seven notes only a doctor’s excuse or court excuse will be accepted to excuse an absence.
- If a student has a written document to submit it should be turned in to the Attendance Secretary. The student will be provided with an excused absence pass.
- Absences are considered unexcused if the student does not bring a note or written documentation.
- A student with an unexcused absence is not permitted to make up missed schoolwork.
WGH has a pantry with items available for students and families. To place an order for the pantry, students should scan this QR code to place an order. The QR code can also be scanned for parent pickup at curbside for specific times during the day. Fill out the needed items from the form and choose a time and date for pickup. Students can also pick up an orange referral form from the pantry, guidance office, or main office. Students will need to complete the form and return the form to the main office, guidance office, or room #2249 by 3rd period. Students will receive a pass in their 7th or 8th period class to go to the Pantry to pick up their items prior to dismissal.
Click Here 2025-2026 Raider Pantry Form
School Picture Day is Tuesday, October 21st. Retakes will be on Monday, December 1st. Senn Photography will be taking the photos. Order forms will be delivered to English classes soon and the order forms can be brought to picture day by students, or orders may be placed online. Every student is required to take a photo on picture day--even seniors. It saves their spot in the book if they turn in an official senior photo!
This link will go LIVE ON September 30th: http://RSPhoto.hhimagehost.com/WGH2025
If a senior wants their Senior Picture in the yearbook--
Senior photos are due for the yearbook by Friday, January 23rd, 2026. Send all senior photos (high resolution) to yearbookwgh@gmail.com. You will receive a confirmation message once the photo is received. All photos should be cropped so that the face is clearly visible!
Welcome back, Class of 2026!!
This is your final year of high school and it’s already flying by. Fall is quickly approaching and for seniors, it’s all about planning, preparing and making memories. Whether you’re planning to go to college, trade school, the military or straight into a career—there are plenty of resources to help you make an informed decision.
What to do this fall:
- Finalize your college list and check application deadlines.
- Ask for letters of recommendation (give your teachers at least 2 weeks' notice).
- Work on your personal essay.
- Register for the ACT/SAT if needed.
- Start the FAFSA on October 1. Gerri Jenkins from MYPATH will be visiting Raider Day classes to assist students with this process.
- Stay on top of your assignments...senioritis is real!
- If you're struggling with a class, talk to your teachers early.
- Information regarding the college application process will be provided by me during Raider classes in the next two weeks.
- College campus visit forms are available in Mrs. Senediak’s office & the Main Office. Students are permitted to use 3 visits this school year.
This year is about more than just reaching the finish line—it's about enjoying the journey, supporting one another and taking pride in how far you’ve come!
Upcoming College Admissions Representatives Visits:
Various college admissions representatives will be visiting WGH over the next few months to speak to interested seniors. All sessions begin at 11:00. Students that would like to attend a specific session should chat Mrs. Senediak on Teams to register.
Upcoming visits:
- Thursday, September 18 = Thiel College
- Thursday, September 25 = Malone University
- Wednesday, October 8 = University of Mount Union
- Wednesday, October 15 = University of Cincinnati
- Wednesday, October 22 = Walsh University
- Be sure to check my Teams Page “Class of 2026 Senediak” often for updates & important information happening during the school year.
Class of 2027 Mr. Cheffo
- Starting this month, September, all Juniors will be updating their Graduation Plan during Raider Day. This process will be updated yearly during the students’ high school career pertaining to which career track students choose to help pave the way for their post graduate future. Students will be utilizing their strengths and identifying interests to help make informed decisions about being successful in high school and life after high school.
- All student schedule changes have been completed. Students have until the 2nd Friday of each semester to make modifications to their schedules.
- We are not allowed to change a student's schedule for the following reasons:
- The student doesn’t like their teacher
- The student wants to switch a current class to another period
- The student wants to be with a friend
- The students lunch period and Raider Day also Cannot be changed.
- Extracurricular activities are in full swing at WGH. Students are encouraged to join clubs & participate in activities during high school. All extracurricular information is posted daily on WSCN. If you would like to view the announcements, they are available daily at: http://www.wscntv.com/
- Upcoming dates to remember:
- September 17th Waiver Day-No School
- Homecoming October 10th (tickets $15)
Welcome back, Class of 2028!
Our sophomores are settling into the new school year and it’s been a positive start for us! There are a few changes that you should be aware of as we move from grade 9 to grade 10.
- Most students will not have an Advisory period, as the focus of that class is acclimating to high school and we’ve done that!
- Ms. Mizik will be meeting with every Raider Day class each week. This will give us a chance to talk about current student concerns, ask questions, and learn about important things like mental health, choosing a career, etc. In May, students had a chance to tell us what they would like to learn about, so those concepts will be woven into our Raider Days throughout this year.
- The theme for September/October will be “Start with Hello”, a social inclusion curriculum produced by the Sandy Hook Promise. You want to know what your child is learning and this 8 minute video is an introduction to this program. Start With Hello Family Video.mp4
- The Class of 2028 now has an Instagram! Students, along with Ms. Mizik, will moderate this page and it will be a fun way to stay informed and share our experiences throughout the years until our graduation. Find us @wgh2028
- As always, it’s an honor to be your child’s school counselor. Please contact me anytime (text or email is the fastest!). A lot of questions can be answered quickly, so don’t wonder or worry when you can reach out!
- 234-244-7470 (text me anytime)
Welcome to the Class of 2029’s freshman year!
- This is a time where many adjustments are being made whether that be walking the halls of Harding, meeting new people, or being in academic classes. The 9th grade can be a challenging but an exciting year for many. As a school counselor, I’m here to help your child with any challenges, difficulties, and navigating the ups & downs of high school by achieving academic, career, and social/emotional goals.
- 9th graders will get to learn many lessons through freshman advisory and raider day such as career/guidance lessons, graduation planning, and mental health lessons that can benefit your child. Each child will have the opportunity to check-in and check-out with their raider day teacher in order to make sure academic goals are being met.
- As a 9th grader, it’s very important to get involved with extracurricular activities such as sports and clubs. Extracurricular activities can improve social skills, provide more opportunities, and allow your child to flourish in and out of school. The WSCN provides updates and information about clubs, sports, and other activities that 9th graders can participate in throughout the school year.
- I’m looking forward to working with all of you and getting to know all the 9th graders as they take on a new chapter of their lives. Be sure to always check my Team's Page “Class of 2029 (Zinger) often for updates & important information happening throughout the school year. Any questions or concerns feel free to reach out at maria.zinger@warrencityschools.org or 330-841-2316 ext. 2589
All freshman will be taking the PSAT 8/9 on October 22, 2025
The PSAT 8/9 is designed to be taken as eighth or ninth graders start their high school journey. Its structure, sections, and timing are the same as the PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT and SAT. The Reading and Writing and Math sections measure the knowledge and skills your child is learning in school—the same knowledge and skills that matter most for college and career readiness. See what’s on the test. Click here to: Find out what to expect.
Why the PSAT 8/9 is important
Taking the PSAT 8/9 can help your child set and achieve their goals. With your child’s results, they can: Know where they are—and where they want to go. As your child begins their high school journey, results from the PSAT 8/9 can help set a baseline. You and their teachers will know what skills and knowledge they need to practice so they can continue to improve.
The PSAT 8/9 also lets students find out what AP Courses might be a good fit for them. Students who take an AP course are better positioned to succeed in future high school classes and in college. Your child may not realize that they’re ready to take college level courses and that they have the potential to succeed. Using their personalized view of AP Potential™, found in their score report, you’ll get recommendations for certain courses that may be a good fit for your child.
Explore college and career options. As they think about their plans for life after high school, BigFuture has information to help. They’ll use it to get personalized guidance based on their scores, search for colleges that interest them and save their favorites to their own list, and explore careers that match their interests and skills. Track their progress. As they continue in high school, they’ll take other tests in the SAT Suite of Assessments, including PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT and/or the SAT. Because all these tests measure the same knowledge and skills, you’ll be able to see your child’s improvement over time.
Fast Facts
- The PSAT 8/9 tests your child’s reading, writing, and math skills.
- The questions on the PSAT 8/9 are grade-appropriate for eighth and ninth graders.
- PSAT 8/9 scores aren’t sent to colleges.
- Schools choose when the PSAT 8/9 is offered.
- If your child needs testing accommodations, they are approved and given on the test.
- The PSAT 8/9 doesn’t qualify students for the National Merit® Scholarship Program.
· Juniors & Sophomores have the opportunity to take the PSAT/NMSQT on October 9 at Harding at 7:45 am
· Any student interested in taking the the test should email erin.kampf@warrencityschools.org or chat Mrs. Kampf-Melillo on TEAMS by October 4, 2024
· Seats are limited and given on a first come, first serve basis.
· Benefits of the test are: Practice half-length version of the SAT College Entrance Exam, qualifies students for several scholarship banks including the National Merit Scholarship Program, assesses academic skills needed for college.
The Warren City Schools app has all of these features:
- WSCN Daily Updates
- Live streamed sports through HUDL
- WCS Merchandise for sale
- Sporting Event Schedules
- Links to Purchase Tickets
- Directions to sporting events
ProgressBook is the online gradebook shared with teachers and families. Both students and parents can have their own access account. If you do not have an account, you can request a registration key (parent or student) by email to the Guidance secretary at lisa.duncan@warrencityschools.org or you may call Mrs. Duncan at Extension 2488.
You can access ProgressBook one of two ways:
- Download the Mobile App Go to the Apple App Store or Android Apps on Google Play and search for “Progress Book Parent/Student” to find the Frontline Progress Book Parent/Student mobile app and download the app.
- Log onto the www.warrencityschools.org and click ProgressBook Parent Access
If You Have a Registration Key
Open the mobile app and tap Login.
When redirected to the website, begin typing your district name.
In the results list that displays, select your district, and tap Go.
Scroll down to the New to ProgressBook and tap Create Account.
On the next screen, tap New Parent Account or New Student Account.
Follow the prompts on the screen to complete registration.
If You Already Have an Account
Open the mobile app or visit the website and tap Login.
When redirected to the website, begin typing your district name.
In the results list that displays, select your district, and tap Go.
Enter your Username and Password and tap Sign In.
The Student Engagement Seal: Local Seal
- Earned through earning two memberships (school sponsored activities) throughout high school. The following Clubs and Athletic Teams are getting started this year. Students can chat advisors on TEAMS and WSCN for meeting information if interested in participating.
High School Advisors & Clubs:
Academic Coach: Kimberly Hunter
Dramatics Coach: Natalie Rohrer & Trillion McCarty
F.I.R.S.T. Project Coordinator: Frank Bosak
Interact: Andrew Martin
Key Club: Kim Anzevino
Poetry Club: Ahmed Sutton
National Honor Society: Kristy Thornton
Renaissance Program: Joy Angelo
Senior Class Advisor: Dawn Harper & Kim Leigh
Ski Club Advisor: Josh Earls & Khristine Krcelic
Student Council: Dawn Harper & Heather Ervin
WSCN Director: Fred Whitacre
Yearbook: Fred Whitacre
YSU English Festival: Mary Jo Pardee & Ahmed Sutton
Band: Reid Young & Heather Sirney
Choir: Keith Rising & Mary Dolan-Meese
High School Athletics:
Contact the Athletics Dept for more Information
Baseball
Indoor Track - Boys & Girls
Basketball - Boys & Girls
Soccer - Boys & Girls
Bowling Boys & Girls
Softball - Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
E-Sports
Swimming - Boys & Girls
Cross Country Boys & Girls
Tennis Boys & Girls
Football
Track - Boys & Girls
Golf- Boys & Girls
Volleyball -Boys & Girls
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