WHS Principal's Update!!!

Congratulations to our amazing Elizabeth Wilson! She was our "Student's Choice" Teacher of the Month for October! Some of the quotes from students and parents that nominated her were....

"I had Mrs. Wilson for a small portion of the school year for AICE Classical Studies AS, she is truly amazing at teaching that subject while still engaging with her class. I now have her for AICE General Paper, and she’s still absolutely amazing. Mrs. Wilson doesn’t simply hand us packets and tell us to do them ourselves. She makes sure we understand exactly what we’re doing by working together as a class before doing independent work, and doing fun activities that are more engaging but still help us get a great understanding of the topic, which something not many of my teachers have ever done. Mrs. Wilson builds connections with her students while giving them an amazing education, which is anything you could ask for in a teacher!"- Student

"She makes the day way more fun and her class is my favorite. She supports students and cares deeply about them. She is also very understanding and makes us feel like we can tell her anything and trust her every day. " - Student

"Mrs. Elizabeth Wilson is an exceptional teacher who truly makes a difference in her students’ lives. She has had such a positive impact on my daughter, not only through her teaching but also through the kindness, encouragement, and dedication she brings to her classroom. My daughter genuinely loves and admires her, and as a parent, there is nothing more meaningful than seeing your child feel so inspired and happy to learn. Teachers like Mrs. Wilson leave a lasting impression that goes far beyond academics. She truly deserves this recognition!"- Parent

"...As a parent, I cannot express enough how thankful I am for educators who invest so much of themselves in their students. Mrs.Wilson’s passion, generosity, and commitment to student success are exactly what make a lasting difference in a young person’s educational experience.

I hope you will take a moment to recognize Mrs.Wilson for the exceptional educator she is. Wellington High School is fortunate to have someone so dedicated to its students." - Parent

Be on the look out! Progress Reports will post to the SIS Portal on Friday, November 13th! Students, let's all make sure everything is up to date!

Below... please see our Mid-Term Exam Schedule. We do not allow students to take exams in advance of those dates in order to maintain the integrity of the exams. The extended time accommodations will be handled each afternoon or can be scheduled for the Friday make up day.

IF for some reason, you are unable to take an exam due to an emergency/excused absence, you must work with your teacher to find an alternative time/date. All mid-term exams must be fully completed within 1 week of returning after winter break, otherwise, the grade will be defaulted to an "F".

As we continue working to keep our campus safe and ensure a smooth arrival for everyone, we want to remind students that all Stanley cups, reusable water bottles, and other containers that are not clear must be opened and checked at the gate BEFORE entering the metal detectors.

We have noticed an increase in students placing these containers at the bottom of their backpacks or covering them with jackets rather than presenting them for inspection. While this may seem like a small thing, it creates unnecessary safety concerns and delays. When items are intentionally concealed, it raises questions and requires additional screening. Additionally, these containers often trigger the metal detectors, slowing down the process and potentially causing not only you, but your fellow Wolverines, to be late to class.

Our goal is not to restrict what students can bring to school, but to ensure everyone follows the same safety procedures. We certainly want to continue allowing reusable water bottles; however, if we continue experiencing these challenges, we may need to revisit our guidelines and consider limiting students to clear, disposable plastic water bottles.

We ask that all students do their part by being respectful, responsible, and ready to learn! A few seconds of cooperation can make a big difference in keeping our campus safe and getting everyone to class on time.

Thank you for helping us keep Wellington High School safe and our morning arrival running smoothly! That's the Wellington Way! 💙🐾

This week, we were pleased to welcome Department of Juvenile Justice during our Wellness Wednesday time period.

The Facts. Your Future. presentation, which First Lady DeSantis launched in December 2019, is a program that directly engages youth in Florida to improve their understanding of the life-altering effects of drug abuse and empowers teens to reach their full potential. The Facts. Your Future. provides an interactive space for schools to educate their students on the consequential impacts of substance abuse.

For your review and family conversation, I am linking the video that was shown below along with the handouts provided.

Video Link:
https://vimeo.com/1032049510/efadd23ed6?share=copy

Thank you so much for your support!!!

Great News Wolverine Seniors and Families!

With our Senior Yearbook Photo Deadline fast approaching on January 15th, we've secured another Senior Photo Roadshow on campus set for December 3rd. Go to CADY.com now to schedule your session.

• Be sure to select either a Simple, Standard, or Legacy Session as those are the ones available on campus.
• Cady will be in the GYM for this session!
• This is our last opportunity to have a full roadshow studio experience on campus.

Don't miss your chance to be part of our amazing yearbook! Make sure you're captured and included in the memories that will last a lifetime!

***Cady will also be taking the senior panoramic class picture in the gym the morning of 12/3 as well, so make sure you are in attendance on Dec. 3rd for your senior class photo! ***

Ready to make your college or career dreams a reality? The George Snow Scholarship is NOW OPEN!💰
✨ No minimum GPA required!
✨ No minimum test scores!
✨ Any major, any accredited college, university, trade, technical, or vocational school!
✨ Must be a senior attending a Palm Beach High School

Apply for scholarship support to help make your dreams a reality!

📅 November 1, 2026
⏰ February 1, 2027
🔗 https://scholarship.org/scholarships/

Your future is worth investing in. Let's go, Seniors! 🚀

We are planning to administer the FCLE (Florida Civic Literacy Exam) on Tuesday, 11/17/26 to all currently enrolled American Government students (463 of them). We are primarily testing in the gym for the standard students and in classrooms for the small groups.

Students must have a FULLY CHARGED COMPUTER, especially testing in the gym. It is not possible to have students plugged into outlets in the gym and keep the test secure. THEY WILL BE TURNED AWAY FROM TESTING IF COMPUTER ISN'T CHARGED ENOUGH.

I am attaching the AICE/AP Calendar for the Spring so you can plan accordingly! The PM3 & EOC dates are tentative, however, the AICE and AP dates are locked in! Please remember that there are absolutely no make ups for AICE Exams. Please do not plan trips or long weekends where you may miss one of those dates for an exam you know you are taking. If you have an AICE and an AP Exam on the same day, you will take the AICE exam and we will schedule a make up for the AP Exam.

This year, you must OPT IN to your exam, AICE or AP! We will not be purchasing an exam for you unless you OPT IN. This is the last chance to fill out or amend the AICE/AP Student Agreement and Exam Form: 2026-2027. This must be completed by the STUDENT through their district portal.

In order to be registered for an AICE or AP exam, students MUST formally request participation in the scheduled Cambridge International AS & A Level (AICE) Examinations and College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations for the current school year. This form outlines the expectations and requirements for all AICE/AP courses. Students and parents/guardians must review this form and submit by the final date. If this form is not submitted, you will NOT be registered to take any AICE or AP exams this school year.

Please read all sections carefully before submitting. Submission of this form indicates that you understand that you will be expected to be present for each of the exam dates as outlined by Cambridge and College Board.

If we do not receive an answer to this form from your student, we will take that as confirmation that you are not interested in taking the exam.

This Form must be turned in by November 10th for Spring exams. If your student already filled this out, please disregard. Parents/Guardians... please talk with your student about this!

WHS Tennis Captain Raya Ditfurth was offered and accepted a full scholarship to play Division 1 Tennis for Seton Hall University in South Orange, NJ. They compete in the Big East Division with Georgetown, Marquette, St. Johns and Villanova! We are so excited for her!

Congratulations Raya!!!

The Wellington Community High School Student Government Association (SGA) is excited to share information for Rosenwald 2026, one of the most meaningful and rewarding community service experiences of the year!

Each year, SGA coordinates the Rosenwald Toy Drive to provide every K-3 student at Rosenwald Elementary School a toy, every 4th grader a scooter and every 5th grader a bike. Wellington High School students organize a holiday celebration at Rosenwald Elementary School where they bring holiday joy to the children through games, crafts, treats, and gift-giving.

This annual event has existed for over 30 years and we are proud to keep the tradition going!

Direct Links to donate toys:

Target

Walmart

Amazon

With October behind us, the HOSA club wants to acknowledge the huge success of our annual Pink Pumpkin Drive! We are proud to announce that we’ve made $298, with $200 going directly towards breast cancer research clinics. The support from students, members, and staff has meant a lot to us and we hope to continue making a difference!

We are also excited to share some new and returning projects that you can expect to see in the upcoming months. A notable activity to look forward to in November is our Medical Kit Donation Drive. We will be collecting first aid kits from 11/9 to 11/18 in room 2-128, and all supplies will go to the Families First of Palm Beach County! We encourage any students at Wellington High School to donate first aid medical kits to our cause. For December, we will be bringing back our “HOSA Can Help” drive. More news will be provided closer to the date, so make sure to keep in touch and follow our instagram page at @hosa_whs26.

Join us for our next SAC meeting in the Wellington High School Media Center at 6:00pm on Tuesday, November 10!

Something to note, we are in the middle of contract negotiations for Senior Photos next year. Both Cady Studios and Herff Jones Photo will be here to present their offerings. I am seeking community feedback prior to moving forward. If you would like to be involved, please attend!!!

Here are the Minutes from our last meeting, 9/15/26 to be approved on 11/10/26.

SAC Minutes 9/15/26 (pending approval)

You can now view the Wellington High School PTSO's newsletter without becoming a member! Please see the link below:

https://simplyk-bucket-production.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/deliveries/b9765a6e-887f-4a09-ae19-ff26738ff62c/body.html

Our first member meeting will be held on November 10th in the media center, immediately following the SAC meeting (which starts at 6:00 PM). We encourage everyone to attend both. Student members will receive community service hours for attending. See you in the media center!

We have several volunteer and donation opportunities coming up this month. The easiest way to get involved is by visiting our link, where all available opportunities are listed in one spot:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/organizations/wellington-high-school-ptso-inc

We are also looking for business sponsors. Please share the link above with any local businesses interested in supporting our school community.

Best regards,

Wellington High School PTSO

This Monday, our students enjoyed an exciting day at the Florida Panthers game! Before cheering on the Panthers, students had the opportunity to visit the arena and learn about the marketing, promotions, and business operations behind professional sporting events. From the behind-the-scenes experience to seeing marketing concepts come to life, it was a great opportunity to connect classroom learning with the real world!

A fun day of learning, teamwork, and Panthers hockey!

Early Childhood Program Students were busy teaching at off site schools. Seniors were SuperHeroes while teaching at Little Learners Preschool. Level 2 through 4 students took part in Junior Achievement's High School Heroes Program teaching Community,civics,and financial literacy to Kindergarten through Second Grade at New Horizons Elementary School.

On Halloween, our WDEN broadcast team headed to Nova Southeastern University for their very first Florida Scholastic Press Association (FSPA) Workshop and On the Spot competition! Students learned directly from media industry pros and even got to catch up with WHS WDEN alumnus Addis Johnson, who currently attends NSU.

The highlight of the day was the "On the Spot" challenge, where our team received a prompt and had to plan, film, and edit a complete video submission in under two hours! Fueled by an incredible trip, WDEN is now setting its sights on the FSPA State Competition in Orlando this April.

We need our community's support to help get our talented student creators to state! If you would like to sponsor or donate to our media team, please reach out to Karen.Epstein@palmbeachschools.org.

Aniyah Cadet (2025), one of our former ESE Students, has started her own cookie business, with a portion of her proceeds going towards Autism, MS, and Muscular Dystrophy. It's called Aura Sweet Co, named after her siblings. She recently partnered with Mooyah to have a fundraiser outside their restaurant. She is doing this while taking classes at Palm Beach State working towards her degree in psychology.

Check out a pic of Aniyah from the event. We are so proud of her!!!