Western Wayne partners with Penn State Extension to provide Prosper to the families of Western Wayne School District. PROSPER is a model for bringing evidence-based prevention programs to schools and communities with the goal of strengthening families and building youth skills. PROSPER teaches skills and attitudes that foster improvements in family life which enhance parent-child communication. It also provides students with the necessary skills for planning, problem solving, and peer resistance against problem behaviors. Studies have shown that these protective factors help youth avoid substance use and risk-taking behaviors.
The Strengthening Families Program is set to begin February 12, 2019 at Western Wayne Middle School. Strengthening Families is for families with students in fifth or sixth grades. The program consists of seven sessions. Each session begins at 5:30 pm with a free family supper served at the Western Wayne Middle School. After supper, the children and adults participate in a variety of activities designed to improve parenting skills, build life skills in youth, and strengthen family bonds. Sessions conclude at 8:00 pm. Free babysitting is provided.
| Parent sessions include these topics:
Using love and limits Making house rules Encouraging good behavior Using consequences Building bridges Protecting against substance abuse Using community resources |
Youth sessions include these topics:
Having goals and dreams Appreciating parents Dealing with stress Following rules Handling peer pressure Reaching out to others |
A few slots for this session are still available.
“This is a fantastic program and I hope it continues for years to come!”
“My son had so much fun. He was sad when it ended.”
“We really had a great time together.”
“I liked the interaction with other families going through similar situations.”
“I learned we are not alone. Us moms and dads need to stick together!”
“It was fun and no pressure.”
If you are interested or would like to know more you may contact one of the following:
Mrs. Kristin Donohue, 800-321-9973 option 2
Mr. Justin Pidgeon, 800-321-9973 option 3
Mrs. Maria Miller, 800-321-9973 option 4
The spring PROSPER session will be starting in the Western Wayne School District on Tuesday, February 12th. This 7 week program is open to 5th and 6th grade children and families. See the attached registration form for more information.
The EverGreen Elementary students would like to thank the PTA for the Christmas gift this school year! The PTA purchased t-shirts for all students at EverGreen. The students can wear their black and gold to show their Wildcat pride on Wildcat Wednesdays!
Pictured are Western Wayne staff members with members of the Rotary who generously donated coats for students throughout the Western Wayne School District. From left: Matthew Fitzsimmons, high school guidance counselor; Diane Tansits, high school and middle school social worker; Tatiana Black, Rotary member; Susan Giguere, Rotary member; Terry Gunning, Rotary member; Renee Chernin, high school guidance counselor; Kasey Gribble, high school guidance counselor; Lisa Jacques, middle school guidance counselor; and Jennifer Bradley, high school assistant principal.
All four Western Wayne Schools (EverGreen Elementary, R.D. Wilson Elementary, the High School, and Middle School) benefited from a coat drive done by the Hamlin/ Lake Ariel Rotary. The Rotary donated several cases of coats to the schools. All of the schools received a variety of coats in different colors and sizes. The district is so grateful for this donation and knows its students will greatly benefit from these much needed coats. From left, Sue Schlasta, EverGreen Elementary social worker; and Tatiana Black, from the Rotary.
Western Wayne senior Damian Johnson donated book bags and school supplies to EverGreen Elementary as part of his senior project. Damian is pictured here with some of the EverGreen’s fifth grade students.
Learning about what types of materials protect against ultraviolet light and figuring out what elements on Mars cause it to not sustain human life sound like topics for college students to tackle in their courses. However, Western Wayne students at the Evergreen Elementary School are getting a head start on understanding scientific questions of this nature through their work with Western Wayne High School chemistry students.
The week of October 22 was National Chemistry Week and in honor of this week Ms. Maria Masankay, high school chemistry teacher, and some of her lab technicians came to EverGreen Elementary to experiment with third and fourth grade students on Thursday, Nov. 1. The third grade students learned about UV light while the fourth grade students experimented the light spectrum and neon lights.
Senior Vaeda Pontosky explained that the experiment with the third graders involved testing out sunglasses to see if they truly protected people from ultraviolet radiation. Part of the test, involved them having the students make key chains with ultraviolet beads and then using a flashlight to see the beads change color under ultraviolet light.
“They were amazed at every little thing,” Vaeda, who is thinking about pursing a physician assistant program, explained. “They loved wearing the sunglasses and both creating the key chains and watching them change colors.”
Fellow senior Bryce Urian also loved working with the elementary students and seeing their reactions to the experiments.
“They were very excited,” Bryce, who plans to major in chemistry next year, said.
Bryce explained that the experiment the students did with the fourth graders tied in with their elementary science curriculum. The fourth graders are learning about Mars in class, so Masankay’s students did an experiment to help them identify the elements on Mars that make it impossible to sustain human life.
The students watched as the high school students used emission tubes with elements in them that they lit up to show different colors for the various elements on Mars. The fourth graders colored in papers to match what they saw in the demonstration and then labeled the elements with the help of their new teachers.
“I think the students really enjoyed having students as their teachers,” Bryce explained.
The week of October 23 was National Chemistry Week and in honor of this week Ms. Masankay, High School Chemistry Teacher, and some of her Lab Technicians came to EverGreen Elementary to experiment with third and fourth grade students. The third grade students learned about UV light while the fourth grade students experimented the light spectrum and neon lights.
The Western Wayne High School Marching Band and Color Guard spread some Halloween Spirit at EverGreen Elementary on Tuesday, October 30th.
On October 24, 2018 at EverGreen Elementary and Robert D. Wilson Elementary, students celebrated Apple Crunch Day! The teachers and students used apples to create interesting lessons and delicious snacks. Food service was involved as well, offering apples and apple crisp for the students. It was a fun way to incorporate math and reading skills while encouraging healthy eating habits.
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Band Performs at GDS Fair and Meets Kurt AaronAugust 29, 2024Kurt Aaron and Michael Olivo
Band and Color Guard perform at the GDS Fair.
The annual Western Wayne Marching Band and Color Guard performance at the GDS Fair was especially eventful this year because on the day of their performance Wednesday, August 28, WNEP’s Kurt Aaron and his infamous dog Ranger were also there doing live spots. Aaron briefly interviewed Western Wayne band member Michael Olivo, a senior. Michael proudly told the viewing audience about Western Wayne’s upcoming performance at the fair.
“It was really exciting to get to promote our band to a TV audience,” Michael said.
The students were thrilled to perform their 2024-25 Boy Bands themed field show for the audience along with playing some fan favorite stand tunes.
Drum majors this year are seniors Lia Hartman and Kalob Franko. This is Lia’s second season as drum major.
“We are all so grateful to be able to perform for the local community who is so supportive of us,” Lia said.
The Western Wayne Band is under the direction of Mrs. Elaine Ort who is now in her 11th season with the district.
The entire Western Wayne Band and Color Guard invite the local community to attend the first home game of the season for varsity football against Lackawanna Trail on Friday, August, 30, at the Sharkey-Rosetti stadium. Western Wayne will have the pregame show starting at about 6:45 p.m.; kick-off is at 7 p.m. [...]
RDW – PTA WEBSITE INFORMATIONAugust 28, 2024VOLUNTEER TODAY!
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Western Wayne to Host Annual Car Show Saturday, Sept. 7—NEW RAIN DATE! August 27, 2024The Western Wayne Hot Rod Club and Drama Club will host their 2024 Annual Car Show on Saturday, September 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the high school parking lot, 1970A Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA, near the football stadium. Please note our NEW RAIN DATE is Sunday, September 15.Food to be sold at the concession stand. Registration fee is $10. Spectators are free. The Hot Rod Club will give prizes for best car, truck, tractor, motorcycle, and best in show.In addition, the Drama group will sell a variety of concessions. There will also be a raffle of baskets and gift certificates generously donated by businesses and families in the local community.Drama Club student Robert Scramuzza is excited to partner with the Hot Rod Club for the for the Car Show. He explained how the Drama Club students will be dressed in 50s attire for the event.“We wanted our presence at the event to go along with the variety of cars from the past that surely will be there,” Bobby said. “We hope that the public comes out to enjoy the cars and to have some good food and purchase some chances to win baskets and gift certificates.”Members of the Drama Parents Club are working to obtain a variety of items for the raffle at the Car Show from many very generous businesses and families in our Wildcat community. The students involved in the Hot Rod Club and Drama Club can use the funds raised from this event for their club activities.The Hot Rod Club meets on a regular basis to work on a variety of automotive projects after school and can use the funds for their projects among other activities.The Drama Club meets on a regular basis after school to work on a variety of projects and activities.“Drama Club gives students a place where they can express themselves,” club president Lillian Maros explained. “We are like one big family in our club and really enjoy coming together to work as a team on events such as the Car Show.”All of the members of the Hot Rod Club, Drama Club, and Drama Parents Club cordially invite the public to attend this fun-filled event on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the High School parking lot near the stadium. Come out and see some great vehicles, take some chances on our basket raffle, enjoy some food, and enjoy some time socializing. Rain date is Sunday, September 15. [...]
Freshman Orientation – Save the Date!August 8, 2024August 22, 2024 – 6:00-7:30pm – Veterans Memorial Auditorium, WWHS
Western Wayne High School welcomes the Class of 2028!
Information on the high school/ 9th Grade Transition
High School Survival Guide
Student’s class schedule
Tours
Refreshments [...]
