East High School Newsletter
September 30, 2026
Principals Message
Dear East Community,
It’s hard to believe that we are already at the end of the first month of school. We have had a great first few weeks of school and we all look forward to a busy month of October. We have just a few reminders and recognitions for this edition of the newsletter.
Yesterday, our Student Council hosted our annual care walk. Every year, they ask participants to donate to a charity and this year, they decided to donate any funds raised to Roswell Park Cancer Institute. I am personally very thankful and extremely humbled that they chose Roswell this year. A HUGE thank you to all of our students and staff that came out to support this worthy cause.
Homecoming will take place the week of October 5th. Student Council has a fun week planned for our school and as always we have Flag Football/Taste of East being held on October 8th, the Football game on October 9th and the dance on October 10th. We hope to see all of our students and families at these fun events.
Our annual open House is tomorrow evening (10/1/26). Our first period class begins at 6pm and we look forward to greeting all of our parents/guardians for what should be a very informative evening.
Just a reminder that on Friday, October 2nd, we will conduct the annual early release drill. Students will be released from school 15 minutes early.
I would like to congratulate four of our students for being named semi-finalists for the National Merit Scholarship. Snigdha Chakravarti, Sara Ismail, Sophia Liu and Muling Lu are among only 16,000 semi-finalists nationwide. These students will continue to compete for 6,930 National Merit Scholarships totaling nearly $26 million dollars in the Spring.
I would also like to congratulate the following East HS students for being accepted to the NYSSMA Conference All-State music groups. Shumi Liu, Sophia Liu, Muling Lu, Jessica Park, Emma Zu, Gryson Bae (Alternate), Harold Hinklin (Alternate) and Samar Waddanakeri (Alternate).
Lastly, I would like to congratulate our school Librarian, Mrs. Michelle Weber, for receiving the Excellence in Library Service Award at the Western New York Library Resources Council (WNYLRC)’s 60th Annual Meeting of the Membership, held at the Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens this past week. Mrs. Weber goes above and beyond for our students every day. She offers a warm and inviting atmosphere where all students feel accepted. Congratulations Mrs. Weber!
As always, please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns and we hope to see you at some of our homecoming activities!
Sincerely,
Jason T. Swenson
Principal
Early Dismissal Day
Homecoming: Goblet of Fire
Click the presentation below for full details:
Football Team Visits Maple East and Country Parkway
On September 23, the Varsity Football team visited Maple East and Country Parkway to be special readers!
WEHS PTSA News & Events
WEHS PTSA NEWS & EVENTS
Celebrating 50 Years + National PTA School of Excellence
🔥JOIN THE PTSA — T-shirt drawing closes September 30th!
Join or renew by 11:59 PM on September 30th for a chance to win! One PTSA member will receive a WEHS T-shirt. Already joined this school year? You’re included! Everyone is welcome; volunteering is not required.
https://willeastptsa.givebacks.com/shop?category=4960
🏪SCHOOL STORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Help keep our School Store open! No experience is necessary. One volunteer who completed at least one September shift will win a WEHS T-shirt. Sign up for an upcoming shift:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0545A8AD23A7FBC70-65396188-wehs
🍽️DINE TO DONATE — October 6th, 3–9 PM
Enjoy Campobello’s Cucina Italiana, 9334 Transit Road, East Amherst, and support Post Prom 2027! 20% of qualifying purchases benefit our seniors. Mention WEHS PTSA or show the flyer when ordering.
✨HELP MAKE HOMECOMING MAGICAL — October 10th
We need volunteers and donated supplies for our Harry Potter-themed Homecoming! Families from every grade are welcome to help.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0545A8AD23A7FBC70-65906631-wehs
🔥ADD YOUR SPARK TO THE WALL OF FLAMES
For $50, celebrate a student, recognize your family, or honor a teacher. 100% of proceeds support Post Prom 2027. You don’t need a senior to help carry the torch!
Purchase a flame: https://tinyurl.com/WallOfFlames2027
View the digital wall: https://tinyurl.com/2027WallofFlames
♻️BOTTLES & CANS FOR POST PROM
Return bottles and cans to Consumers Beverages, 8580 Transit Road, East Amherst. Bring your return slip to the register and ask to donate your refund to Williamsville East Post Prom. Donations are welcome year-round; returns donated by June 1st, 2027, support Post Prom 2027.
🎓POST PROM — June 11th, 2027
Help create a safe, memorable celebration for our seniors! Families from every grade are welcome to join our planning community.
BAND: https://band.us/n/aca9bbL582b8A
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wehspostprom
Next Post Prom Meeting: October 19th at 7:30 PM
📆NEXT WEHS PTSA MEETING — October 19th at 6:30 PM
Everyone is welcome! Hear what’s happening at East and find ways to get involved.
📲STAY CONNECTED
Website: https://willeastptsa.givebacks.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/willeastptsa/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willeastptsa/
X: https://x.com/WillEastPTSA
Questions? willeastptsa@gmail.com
Together, we carry the torch!
WCSD-UB School Spirit Day
The District is once again partnering with UB to host a Williamsville Central School District Spirit Day!
Date - October 3rd - UB vs. Western Michigan (Time TBD)
Students and staff are eligible for 1 complimentary ticket
Parents/guardian must purchase a ticket for students to attend
Students in grades K-8 will have the opportunity to be on the field as part of the tunnel walk when the team takes the field
Additional details will be shared through WITS and the District/school newsletters closer to the event
Fall Community Forum
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Williamsville East HS (Commons)
This townhall style meeting will give students, families, staff members and residents a chance to talk about any education-related issue they wish. There is no agenda or set topic.
School Board members and the Superintendent will be on hand to listen, answer questions, and discuss the latest topics impacting Williamsville schools and public education.
SAVE THE DATE - October 20th Hands-Only CPR Training
On Tuesday, October 20th from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Williamsville South High School, the Williamsville Central School District will be hosting a Hands-Only CPR/AED event in coordination with the American Heart Association for students, families, staff, and community members.
Family Flu Clinic
Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Casey Middle School Cafeteria
Accepted Insurance: IHA, BCBS, Highmark, Blue Card, Univera, NOVA, MVP, Excellus, Medicare Part B, United Healthcare, etc.
Insurance not accepted: Fidelis, Medicaid, The Empire Plan, Molina Health
Violation of the Cell Phone Policy
Violation of the cell phone policy will result in the the phone being brought to the Main Office, stored and locked away, for the remainder of the school day. After the student's first incident, all subsequent occurrences will need to have a parent pick up their phone. The Main Office will be available until 3:30pm each day for parents who need to pick up their child's cell phone. Phones that are not picked up by the end of the day will remain in school, locked away, until a parent can pick up their phone the next school day.
Join the Williamsville East PTSA
Click Link below to volunteer, join, and show your East High Pride!
https://www.givebacks.com/communication/newsletters/8adc5f6c-fecc-4744-961e-43679a65fe05
