WHS Community School News

The community partner fair portion of this event is open to all Williamsport Feeder school families and students. Community partners will be in the WHS Stadium area from 5-7 pm. Rain location will be the WHS Cafeteria.

To request accommodations or language interpreting (other than Spanish) for the WHS Back to School Night, please contact Kate Kramer-Jefferson at 301-766-8465. Spanish interpreters will be available.

Dear Families,

Welcome to the 26-27 school year! We are excited to have students begin this academic year and make connections with school staff and one another. One goal this year is to engage with our entire school community in multiple ways throughout the academic year. Please see our Community School calendar of events below and make sure to mark these dates to join us in both social and informative activities. We will kick things off this year at our Back to School Open House on Thursday, 8/20/26, from 5:00-7:00 pm. Students will be able to tour the school and meet their teachers. We will also have community partners in our stadium area for students and families, along with some local food trucks.

Throughout the school year, we encourage parents and caregivers to stay in touch and reach out with questions or feedback. You are invited to join our Community School Advisory Committee, which will meet quarterly and discuss priorites and needs of our school. Additionally, a four-part Family Workshop series is being offered this year based on FAMILY feedback from our District Engagement Survey. See the first two topics in our Calendar of Events below. We hope to see you at our community and family events!

Please let me know if you or your student(s) have questions related to any school or community resources.

In partnership,

Dr. Kate Kramer-Jefferson
Community School Manager, WHS
301-766-8465 (call or text)

KrameKat@wcps.k12.md.us

If your student will need an inhaler, epi pen, or daily medication, please contact Nurse Julie. Additionally, if there are any medical issues you would like to discuss, please reach out.

Julie Hansberger, BSN, RN, NCSN
Health Office: 301-766-8428
Email: HansbJul@wcps.k12.md.us

Every Wildcat receives a free breakfast and free lunch each school day. Encourage your student to take advantage of these nutritious meals each school day!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hagerstown is partnering with Williamsport High School and Hickory Elementary School for an exciting leadership opportunity for our students. This is a weekly, year-long commitment with many valuable benefits for students. Interested students should apply using the link below. Our Big Brothers Big Sisters Program Coordinator will be on-site at our Back to School Night on 8/20/26. Additionally, we will have an information session for students on Friday, 8/28/26, during the school day. Take advantage of these opportunities to hear more about this valuable program!
Google form (Student Application): https://forms.gle/7cYvV9YSskxoUbjb7

WHS Career Coach: Ms. Autumn Phebus

Contact: PhebuAut@wcps.k12.md.us

Google Classroom: 5rhluin

Your career coach is available to all students to help support career exploration and post-secondary planning. This is done through individual and group meetings, guest speakers, career events, field trips, workshops, apprenticeships, and more! Join the Career Coach google classroom for resources and information.

Upcoming Events

Fall 2026 - 10th grade Tech High Visit (9th grade for those interested in cosmetology)

October 22 - Construction Career Day Field Trip

Students in need of clothing, a backpack, or hygiene items may visit our Wildcat Closet.

WHS has a clothing and hygiene closet available to students with in-school or take-home needs. Students can talk with a teacher or staff member to get assistance with accessing the closet. Questions can be directed to the Community School Manager.

Students can check the bulletin board by the WHS School Counseling Office for SSL opportunities. Additionally, these will be shared with students in their "Class of 2027, 2028, 2029 & 2030" Google Classrooms. This list is updated often and includes contact information for specific opportunities. Encourage your student(s) to get a jumpstart earning their SSL hours early in the school year!

Please join us for quarterly meetings to share your feedback and help prioritize the needs of our school community. We are seeking family members, community partners, and WHS staff.

Students will have an opportunity to participate in a student-led advisory during lunch on a quarterly basis. Interested students can contact the Community School Manager.