October News 2026
October 2, 2026

WHS October News 2026
Important Dates
October 2 - Brake for Breakfast
October 5-10 - Homecoming Week
October 12 - Picture Retakes
October 14- WHS Band Concert
October 15- End of the 1st Quarter
October 16 - Teacher Work Day, No School for Students
October 19- Start of 2nd Quarter
October 20- WHS Choir Concert
October 21- Clinton County Career Exploration Fair
October 23- Report Cards Mailed Home
October 26 - WCS Board Meeting @ WMS
October 29 - PSAT Test
October 29- Halloween Beggars' Night
October 30- Blood Drive
Clinton County Career Fair
The Clinton County Workforce Collaborative and Junior Achievement will host a Career Exploration Fair at Laurel Oaks Career Campus, located at 300 Oak Drive, Wilmington. The goal of the Fair is to provide hands-on and interactive experiences for students while creating awareness of workforce opportunities right here in Clinton County. All 10th and 12th Graders will be attending this event throughout the day on October 21st.
School Bus Safety Week
During the third full week of October each year, National School Bus Safety Week is a public education campaign designed to promote school bus safety. It is an excellent way for parents, students, teachers, motorists, school bus operators, school administrators, and other interested parties such as law enforcement agencies, to join forces and address the importance of school bus safety.
PSAT Registration
Wilmington High School will be administering the PSAT assessment on October 29th. The test will take place during the school day at the school. The PSAT is available to both Juniors and Sophomores however, we are limited to 30 assessments, so Juniors will receive preference.
Click below for more information about this test. The registration form is below, and is also available through your child's English teacher or in the main office. Please register by October 23rd.
Homecoming
Parade
Celebrate Homecoming 2026 with us this week! The Homecoming Parade kicks off at 6:00 on Thursday, October 8th, followed by our annual pep rally at Alumni Field. Come out and hype up our team! We will also crown out 2026 Homecoming King and Queen.
Chili Supper
The Wilmington Band program is proud to host one of the longest-running traditions in Wilmington. We welcome everyone to join us for our traditional Band Chili Supper as WHS celebrates Homecoming 2026.
When: October 9, 2026 from 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Where: Wilmington High School Auditeria
Tickets:
- Tickets can be purchased from a current WHS Band member, at the door, or online at Hometown Ticketing
- Each ticket is $8 and includes a Bowl of Chili, Hotdog, Applesauce or Coleslaw, a dessert and a drink
- All proceeds benefit our award-winning Wilmington Band program.
Game
Join us for the game as the Hurricane take on Batavia on Friday, October 9th! Kickoff is at 7:00 at Alumni Field. Let’s fill the stands, show our school spirit, and cheer on our team!
Dance
The WHS Homecoming Dance will be the evening of October 10th. The dance will be in the Middle School Gym from 8:00-10:00.
Doors open from 7:30 to 8:30 PM, and students must stay until 10:00 PM. Tickets are $20 (hard copy required for entry) and available to WHS students in grades 9–12. Each student may bring one guest (no middle schoolers or guests over 20).
Tickets go on sale during lunch starting Tuesday, Sept. 29 for WHS students (through Oct. 7) and Oct. 5–6 for Laurel Oaks students. Hard-copy forms are available in the office and at lunch. Guest forms, info sheets, and payment must all be submitted together when purchasing. Please note: no backpacks are permitted.
We will be running a Homecoming Incentive September 21 - Oct 9th. Students who receive an ISI, Out of School suspension, or a cell phone referral during this time will not be eligible to attend the dance.
Please review all dance guidelines prior to the dance.
Spirit Week
1st Quarter Report Cards
Report cards are being mailed home on Friday, October 23rd. Be looking for these in your mailbox. You will find student grades as well as credit and attendance information. Let the front office know if you do not receive your child's report card. If you have any questions or concerns about 1st quarter grades, please contact your child's teacher.
WHS Food Pantry: Cane Carry-Out
Wilmington High School is proud to partner with the Free Store Food Bank to support families in the Wilmington City School District. Any family with a student enrolled in Wilmington City Schools is eligible to participate.
The Food Pantry is available twice a month from September through May to help families who may need additional support.
Families can expect:
A variety of groceries covering all food groups
Choice in grocery items
Hygiene and household essentials, including soap, laundry detergent, and deodorant
Interested families simply need to complete the attached form. A member of the WHS Food Pantry team will then reach out with additional information.
Together, we can help reduce food insecurity, support our families, and build a stronger community!
For more information, contact:
stacia.ford@wilmington.k12.oh.us or dillon.oney@wilmington.k12.oh.us
Progress Book Access
Want to see your student's grades and progress in real time? Email Mrs. Gregory or Mrs. Gigandet for your registration key.