WHS Principal's Update

It is Homecoming Week at Wellington High School! We are so excited and we have so many great activities for students, staff and families to participate in! There is no school for students on Monday, however, if you signed up for Hallway decorating, make sure you communicate with your class sponsor for details!!

Spirit dress up days start on Tuesday! Please come dressed in your concert merch! The lunchtime activity will be a "Best Dressed" contest, finish the lyric and artist trivia!

Check your school email for forms to participate in the Pep Rally games and to sign up for the Justin Bieber lookalike contest that will take place Thursday at the Pep Rally!

See the flyer below for all activities this upcoming week!!! 😀

WHS Students, Parents and Guardians,

Please take a few moments to have a family chat about using kind, respectful language when communicating online. The same expectations we share in person apply when typing: treat others as you would like to be treated, avoid hurtful comments, and never make threats—even as a joke. Taking a moment to pause before typing can help prevent misunderstandings and serious concerns.

To support student safety, the District uses Lightspeed Alert to monitor District devices and technology resources. This includes activity through a student’s District account while logged in on a personal or other non-District device.

• Please remind your child that deleting something they typed does not necessarily prevent an alert. We may still receive a notification and must investigate potential safety concerns.

Students should use District devices to access the District portal when possible and remember to log out of their District account and Google profile when finished, especially on a personal or shared device.

Our goal is to keep students safe and help them make thoughtful, responsible choices. Thank you for partnering with us and reinforcing the Wellington Way: being respectful of ourselves and others and responsible in our words and deeds!

Sometimes parents and guardians accidentally unsubscribe from automated calls and texts. If a parent’s contact information is correct in SIS/Messages XR but they still don't receive these messages, Follow these steps to resubscribe:

Phone calls: Call the hotline at 855-502-7867 from the line that has been opted out. Then, press 2 to opt back in.

Text (SMS) messages: Text “Start” to the numbers separately below:

• General SMS Messages: 561-709-7861

• Emergency SMS Messages: 561-407-7717

• These must be separate messages (not group messages)

Contact: valerie.crenshaw@palmbeachschools.org

Thank you to all of the students and staff that joined us for the Showcase of Schools! I love seeing our students SHINE and represent Wellington High School with such class!

Thank you!!!

Seniors, please remember that October 15th is an upcoming deadline for many college applications (such as early action/early decision options), though exact deadlines vary depending on the school and application type. ⏰

If you have an October 15th deadline—or any upcoming deadline—it is imperative that you link your Common App and Xello accounts as soon as possible so that school forms, transcripts, and teacher recommendations can be submitted on your behalf.

Step-by-Step Instructions to Link Your Accounts:

1. Before Linking (In Common App):
• Complete Education Section: Log into Common App, go to Profile > Education, and complete the required fields.
• Add a College: Go to College Search and add at least one college to your list.
• Set Preferred Start Term: Open a saved college under My Colleges, click Questions, and fill out your Preferred Start Term.
• Complete FERPA: Under Recommenders and FERPA, read and complete the FERPA Release Authorization form.

2. Connect Common App to Xello:
• Log into Xello via your SIS portal tile.
• Go to Goals & Plans > College Planning and click View My Applications.
• Click Connect on the Common App banner, sign into your Common App account, and grant permission. (Your accounts will now show as connected, and colleges will sync automatically!)

3. Assign Counselor & Request Recommendations (In Xello):
• Assign Counselor: Click on a Common App college in Xello and select Assign Counselor under Counselor Forms to send your transcripts and school reports. (You only need to do this once!)
• Request Teacher Evaluations: Next to Teacher evaluations, click Request to select the teachers you want to write recommendation letters.

4. Letters of Recommendation:
If you are applying to a private college or university, it might require a letter of recommendation. If so, please complete the letter of recommendation form. The form must be accessed through your SIS portal.

Please double-check all of your individual college application deadlines and complete these steps right away! Let your counselor know if you have any questions.

Counselor Recommendation Letter Request/Brag Sheet Form 2026-2027

The Family and Caregiver Engagement Series (FACES) continues to offer virtual workshops that empower families and caregivers in their essential role supporting children’s education and well-being. Each interactive session provides practical tools, strategies, and resources to help families navigate the school experience and foster academic and personal success.

2026-2027 FACES Workshop Schedule
All sessions will be held virtually via Google Meet from 6:00 to 7:00 PM on the dates listed below. Recordings will be posted on the District FACES website after each workshop.

• Workshop 1: Thursday, October 22, 2026
  Using Xello to Support Career and College Exploration

• Workshop 2: Thursday, January 21, 2027
  Finding Balance: Helping Children Build Healthy Screen Habits

• Workshop 3: Thursday, March 18, 2027
  Positive Strategies for Supporting Behavior at Home

Volunteers Needed - Community Respite Program! Check out flyer below...

To start, we would like to thank everyone for the huge success of the Adopt-a-Family of the Palm Beaches drive. This was our major activity held from September 8th to 22nd where we aimed to donate essentials and recreational items to homeless families in need. We are grateful for all those who donated to this noble cause.

To kick off October, HOSA is proud to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month! In doing so we will be conducting our annual Pink Pumpkin Fundraiser! For our Pink Pumpkin Fundraiser, we will be putting together goodie bags that feature breast cancer awareness items and pink pumpkins.

A majority of funds raised will be donated to breast cancer research facilities, so any support is greatly appreciated! Our goal is to raise at least $300. The pink pumpkin baskets will be on sale during both lunches in front of the Media center and LDLC on October 22nd, 23rd, and 26th! We encourage everyone to spread the word and stop by the LDLC and Media Center to support this meaningful cause!

This month, HOSA is excited to welcome our first guest speaker of the year. On October 15th after school in room 4-110, firefighter Ryan McGlynn and Instructor T will be joining us to discuss emergency care and preparedness. This is a fantastic opportunity for members to learn about emergency response to broaden their knowledge about the healthcare field. Our guest speaker activity will take place in person at 3:20 pm, and we encourage all members to attend!

In addition to our healthcare initiatives, HOSA also took the time to recognize and celebrate Principal Appreciation Month! Our members came together to create a goodie bag and appreciation video thanking our principal for her leadership, dedication, and commitment she brings to Wellington High Schools Community. We are so grateful for the hard work Mrs.Gorham puts into making Wellington High School a better place for students and staff!

As always, you can find all of our latest news, updates, and upcoming events on our official Instagram page at @hosa_whs26. Thank you!

Hey Wellington Community High student-athletes, this one's for you.

The Power of an Athlete Scholarship is awarding $10,000 scholarships to graduating senior student athletes across Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties. It's not just about your stats, it's for the ones who lead their team, show up for their community, and make an impact that goes beyond the scoreboard.

If that sounds like you, or a teammate who deserves the recognition, applications close December 31, 2026 at 11:59pm. Learn more at www.thepowerofsports.com/grants-1-1.

Seniors:

CADY will be in the Theater on Thursday, 10/29 for Senior Portraits! If you haven't done any senior photos yet or need to get a senior photo in the yearbook, please sign up for this special opportunity at CADY.com

9th - 11th Graders:

Make Up Picture Day will be held on Wednesday, 10/28 in the Theater! Ask your English teacher for a Minga pass to the Theater if you missed picture day!!

Yearbooks:

Yearbooks are on sale NOW! Go to https://Yearbookordercenter.com and use code: 17894

Buy now before we sell out!

Come out and support our Wolverine Theatre Company!!! Tickets on sale now for the Wizard of Oz! Shows will be on Oct 22-24 at Wellington High School!!! Doors will open at 6:30pm, show begins at 7:00pm! See flyer below to purchase tickets!!!

Get ready to decorate for the holiday season while supporting our talented student musicians! The Wolverine Band Parents Association is hosting its annual Poinsettia Sale to benefit the Mighty Wolverine Sound.

These beautiful, lush, large poinsettias are grown locally and available in classic Red and White for just $20 each. They make wonderful decorations for your home or thoughtful gifts for friends, family, and neighbors!

Order & Pickup Details:

• Price: $20 per plant

• Colors: Red & White

• Order Deadline: Tuesday, November 17th

• Pickup: At WHS soon after Thanksgiving (exact distribution dates and pickup times will be sent to your email). Please note: All orders are pickup only; no delivery is available.

• Payment: All payments are made via Zelle (full payment instructions are inside the linked form).

• How to Order: Submit your order online at https://tinyurl.com/WHSPoinsettias2026

Thank you for supporting our school's music program and helping the Mighty Wolverine Sound keep the music playing!

Come join us on October 25th from 4:30-6:30pm for our annual Trunk or Treat. We will have loads of candy, bounce houses, and fun for the whole family. The event is free for anyone to attend!!

Peers for Papers is hosting an AICE English Language retakes session on paper 1 after school on Tuesday, October 13 from 3:15-4:00 in room 2-112. Fill out the Google Form that is on your English teacher's Google Classroom if you plan on attending. You must bring a writing sample with you to go over with an editor. See Mrs. Streed in room 2-112 with any questions.

Our updated Safety and Security procedures require that all students and staff wear IDs visibly around their neck while on campus. All students will wear a grade-specific ID and lanyard, no exceptions, which will allow quick identification of all students.

Responsibilities of Parents, Guardians, and Students

• All students (Pre-K through 12th grade) are required to have their current School District-issued ID badge displayed while on School District property.
• Students must display their ID Badges in the manner in which the school administration has deemed appropriate.
• When School District administration or staff ask a student to present or show his/her ID badge, the student is required to present the ID badge to the requesting District administrator or staff member and display the ID badge in compliance with Policy 5.0115.
• Students must report the loss of an ID Badge.
• Students may not loan their ID Badge to another student for use. The ID badge may be used only by the individual student to whom it was issued and is not transferable.
• Any misuse, alteration or fabrication of an ID badge may subject the holder to disciplinary action.
• When students graduate or withdraw from the School District during the school year, each student must return his/her ID badge(s) to the issuing school.
• Students may not alter their ID badges in any way in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct Policies (School Board Policies 5.1812 and 5.1813)

Replacement of Lost or Stolen ID Badges

If an ID badge is lost or stolen, the student must report the loss to their school’s front office staff during regular school hours on the first calendar school day following the loss.

Since the School District incurs costs related to providing ID badges to students, a student’s first replacement ID badge within the school year will be provided free of charge to the student. In the event that a student needs additional replacement ID badges (beyond the first replacement ID badge), a fee may be collected to cover the replacement costs directly related to the replacement ID badge.

• In any case where a student is experiencing homelessness as provided by federal or state law or School Board Policy 5.74, no fees shall be assessed or collected from the student for replacement ID Badges.
• If a student requires a replacement badge in excess of five times during the school year, the Principal or Assistant Principal is authorized to follow the established processes for the determination of consequences in compliance with the Student Code of Conduct Policies (School Board Policies 5.1812 and 5.1813).
• All students will be provided with 1 new student ID. Any student without an ID/lanyard is required to immediately report to the Main Office to obtain a new ID/lanyard at his/her expense. Each ID = $4.00. Each lanyard = $4.00. If you need both, it is a total of $8.00. Please check SIS obligations regularly!
• Purple= Freshman Red= Sophomores Yellow= Juniors Orange= Seniors

Students will use their ID at:

• Buses

• Cafeteria

• Classroom

• Clinic

• Media Center

• Testing

• To enter and leave campus

• To get a tardy pass to class

• Testing