Attention 11th and 12th Grade Students,
Western Wayne will host the ASVAB on November 6th during Periods 1-4. If you are interested in the Military you should take the ASVAB. Also students undecided about their career plans may want to take this exam.
Sign up by filling out this form… https://forms.gle/FcrpcgXjw2xz9Zqw8
The October edition of Scholarships & Career Opportunities is now available. All grades should read this document to get information on college, careers, important dates, SAT/ACT exams and of course…scholarships!
Click here…
Congratulations to Celeste Orchard and all the Tomorrow’s Leaders Today 2019-20 Graduates!
Students who have satisfied all school obligations (including textbooks, cafeteria balances, etc.) can register for summer school on June 29th (8:00AM to 11:00AM) or June 30th (9:00AM to 12:00PM) at WESTERN WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL. A GUIDANCE RECOMMENDATION is required since all summer school students must have an average in the 55-69 range for the subject they need to make up. Any student with a grade under a 55 will not be allowed to register for summer school. Guidance recommendations are located on the Failure Notice sent out by Guidance. The cost will be $100.00 per student/per course. Checks may be made payable to the Western Wayne School District. ALL financial obligations MUST be met! If you receive Free or Reduced Lunch, financial accommodations can be made.
***COURSES WILL BE OFFERED IN AN AT HOME ON-LINE FORMAT***
Classes will be offered in from 8:00AM – 10:00AM and 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Attached to this message you will find a schedule of times for seniors to attend the Virtual Graduation ceremony. Seniors will report on either Thursday, May 28th, Friday, May 29th, or Monday, June 1st. Seniors should be dressed in their cap and gown. Appropriate dress attire should be worn underneath the cap and gown including shirt and tie with slacks and dress shoes. Dresses, dress pants, skirts and/or blouses or dress tops are also appropriate. Jeans, sneakers, and collarless shirts are not appropriate.
Seniors should arrive in one vehicle with their immediate family members a few minutes prior to their scheduled time and park outside of the high school auditorium entrance. A staff member will direct the graduate and their family into the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium. In order to maintain the safety of students and staff, individuals will not be permitted to enter the school building without a protective mask. The staff and administration will direct the graduate and their family to the stage where the graduate will be filmed receiving their diploma. Parents/guardians will be offered the opportunity to present the graduate with their diploma on stage during this event. There will be a professional photographer present to take pictures of each graduate and their family. One print of the graduate’s choice will be purchased by the senior class and provided to each graduate as a gift. Additional prints will be available to purchase from the on-site photographer at a later time.
Once the filming of the Virtual Graduation ceremony is complete the ceremony will be edited with assistance from the Sinclair Broadcast Group who have partnered with us to allow the Graduation ceremony to be aired on the FOX56 WOLF-TV, The CW WSWB-TV & MyTV WQMY family of stations. The time that the Graduation ceremony will be aired will be communicated to families when it becomes available.
https://ww3.westernwayne.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Virtual-Graduation-Time-Slots.pdf
The Western Wayne School District is pleased to announce plans for celebrating the Class of 2020 Graduation ceremony and activities. Please see the letter below with the official announcement. More information and specific instructions for graduating seniors and their families will be provided in the coming days. Again, we thank you for your patience and your understanding throughout this process.
PLEASE review the attached letter regarding paying for AP exams this year.
Here is a link to the AP Testing Guide 2020. It is VERY important you are familiar with the information listed in this guide. There are tasks you must complete prior to taking an exam this year. https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/pdf/ap-testing-guide-2020.pdf
Juniors (and Sophomores)!!
What? Virtual College Exploration Week sponsored by StriveScan
When? Monday, April 20-Thursday, April 23
For Who? High school students looking for college information
How? Sessions offered each hour throughout the day – REGISTER only for what you are interested in!
How much? FREE, FREE, FREE!
How to learn more: Click the link below.
Summary: Over the course the week, StriveScan will offer a number of information sessions to students about different college topics. Register for one session or as many as you want! On April 21 at 11am, there is an information session about the Pennsylvania state schools (Bloomsburg, ESU, West Chester, Mansfield, Millersville, IUP, etc.), it’s called The PASSHE System- PA at a Glance . There are many topics covered in these sessions, if you have any questions about which sessions to register for please email me.
Click the link to learn more and to register for a session!! https://www.strivescan.com/virtual/
Sophomores & Juniors:
Please see the email that was sent to your school email regarding two wonderful opportunities.
Sophomores: Tomorrow’s Leaders Today (TLT)
Juniors: Leadership U
Applications are available on www.LeadershipLackawanna.com.
We have been sending students to TLT for years (Leadership U is a new program) and everyone involved always says what a great experience it is. Please look to apply and let your school counselor know if you have any questions.
Leadership Lackawanna is extremely sensitive to the current situation of our country, however, we would like to proceed forward with accepting applications for our youth initiatives – Tomorrow’s Leaders Today and Leadership U. Both have an application deadline of May 15th. These programs are not scheduled to begin until July and mid-October, however, we do have the technology in place should we need to teach remotely.
Tomorrow’s Leaders Today program develops the leadership, interpersonal and managerial skills of high school juniors and provides real-world experiences in the areas of philanthropy, non-profit organizations and community service. Sessions are held one full weekday each month. Leadership Lackawanna’s Tomorrow’s Leaders Today Program accepts applications from sophomores who attend high school in Lackawanna County or in the Lackawanna Trail and Western Wayne school districts.
Leadership Lackawanna and Penn State Scranton are proud to offer a new, collegiate-level initiative called Leadership U. Participants will gain leadership and community engagement skills in the areas of public speaking, S.T.E.A.M., historical awareness, financial literacy and career exploration. Leadership U will be held July 1 through August 12, 2020. Sessions are held each afternoon on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. There is no class July 6. This Program accepts applications from juniors, with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, who attend school in Lackawanna County or in the Lackawanna Trail or Western Wayne school districts. If selected, the student must be a senior to participate. Upon successful completion, participants will receive three college credits to Penn State. The credits are for a general education, 100 level class and are transferable to most institutions.
Please review the Newsletter from Mrs. Chernin, Mr. Fitzsimmons, Mrs. Gribble & Mrs. Palko.
https://ww3.westernwayne.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/High-School-Guidance-Letter-COVID-19-1.pdf
Girls on the Run Summer Camp a SuccessJuly 18, 2024 The first ever Western Wayne Girls on the Run summer camp has been declared a “runaway success!!” Twenty-three students from EverGreen and R.D. Wilson Elementary schools spent a week running, playing, creating arts and crafts, and team building at the EverGreen campus in June.
Well-deserved thanks to coaches Bernadette Metschulat, Taryn Vitris, Dr. Stephanie Major, Kristin Rock, and Sara Orlosky.
The group would also like to recognize our junior coach, high school student Annie Williams. High School students earn volunteer hours by coaching with GOTR!
Finally, thanks to our unbelievably supportive Western Wayne Administration and the United Way for fully funding all twenty-three students.
Rachel Fitzmorris, GOTR site liaison and middle school staff member said,
“We are focused on growing this wonderful program, and we would love to recruit more coaches! We are hosting a fall season of GOTR starting in September. Practices will be held on Wednesdays after school at the Middle School for 6th to 8th grade. We are firming up a location and time for the Elementary school students (3rd through 5th). The program culminates with a celebratory 5K at Keystone College (transportation provided) with dozens of schools in attendance.
Coaches only need to be willing to pitch in and support the students. No running experience is needed.”
Student sign-ups will start on our return to school. For more information or to volunteer, please email rfitzmorris@westernwayne.org. [...]
Join our food service team!July 18, 2024Join our food service team!
Part-time position opening at Western Wayne High School
Work when you student is in school 9:30 am -2:30 pm, no weekends, holidays or snow days
Starting rate $14.00 per hour
Please contact Western Wayne District Office for an application packet @ 800-321-9973 option 5 or email mliptak@westernwayne.org. [...]
Wayne Pike/Shriners Club receive monetary donation from fashion students and teacherJuly 1, 2024A monetary donation was made to Treasurer, Roger Dirlam of Wayne Pike/Shriners Club on behalf of the Western Wayne fashion students and teacher Colleen Carmody. This year’s proceeds were collected at this year’s show, titled “Fashion is Daunting” held on May 21, 2024 in WW Veterans Memorial Auditorium. While raising funds to help our community; this annual charitable event also allows for a display of students’ senior collections, competitive pieces, yearly projects and the continued support of the sewing and design vocation. [...]
High School Hosts Graduation for Class of 2024June 11, 2024The Class of 2024 celebrate at the end of their graduation ceremony
Western Wayne Class of 2024 Salutatorian Jacob Schott
Western Wayne Class of 2024 Valedictorian Adrian Agnello
President of the Class of 2024 Taylor Maiocco makes a speech at graduation.
The Class of 2024 stand after all have received their diplomas.
Wildcat Pride was bursting from the audience at Western Wayne’s Veterans Memorial Auditorium on the evening of Thursday, June 6, for the graduation of the class of 2024. This is a class with a high school experience unique in many ways having had to do some of their time in school virtually for the end of their 8th grade year and in masks for their freshman and part of their sophomore years. They have learned to persevere through uncertain times and are ready for the next steps of their lives. Student speakers at graduation gave their classmates advice for the exciting, new journey that lies ahead of them.Senior Taylor Maiocco, president of the class of 2024, gave the welcome address. She left her classmates with some advice about not fearing change, “Life isn’t long enough to do something you don’t love. So don’t be afraid to change your mind or actions because your options are limitless. Live life to the fullest; be as present as you can be; and do what makes you truly happy.”Later, Taylor presented the Class Mantel to Lillian Maros, junior class president. Following the presentation of the mantle, the class salutatorian and valedictorian gave speeches. Senior Jacob Schott, Waymart, was named the salutatorian of the class of 2024 with a final overall GPA of 101.78. Jacob is the son of Daniel and Denise Schott. Along with being an excellent academic student, Jacob was involved in Western Wayne clubs and activities. He was extremely dedicated to the Robotics Club, FRC Team 4285 the Camo-Bots for four years, and served as the co-team captain. In addition, he was a member of the National Honor Society. In the future, he plans to attend Pennsylvania College of Technology to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Automation Engineering Technology: Robotics and Automation. “My favorite high school memory is qualifying for and competing at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Houston, Texas, and finishing in the top 25% overall,” Jacob said. “ I believe that it was through my participation on the robotics team that I have become most prepared for my chosen career field of automation engineering. This club taught me all about the world of robotics, but also challenged my engineering and design process skills. I learned valuable life lessons, such as public speaking, and trade skills through this club. I also believe my advanced classes, such as AP Language and Composition, AP Calculus, and AP Physics have helped me, by allowing me to earn college credit while in high school.” In his salutatorian speech, Jacob summed up the evening with a quote from Nelson Mandela, “It always seems impossible until it is done.”He then discussed the many seemingly impossible achievements that his classmates have achieved both academically and in their various extra-curricular activities throughout their time in high school. Jacob’ seemingly impossible achievement was helping to lead the robotics team to their great success at worlds this year which put Western Waye on the map in the world of robotics.“Four years later, here we are. We did what seemed impossible,” Jacob said. “The ball is in your court now. I challenge each and every one of you to leave here tonight doing what Nelson Mandela said. Try something new. Take a risk. You never know what kind of an outcome it could have. Leave these four walls and make a name for yourself. Change the world for the better. I know you are all capable of doing so.” Fellow classmate Adrian Agnello, Waymart, was named valedictorian of the class of 2024 with a GPA of 102.13. Adrian is the son of Jessica and Joseph Agnello.Adrian also has done numerous activities both inside and outside of the classroom at Western Wayne. He has participated in FBLA, PJAS, Student Council, Student Ambassador, Scholastic Team, Varsity Soccer and Swimming. In the future, he plans to attend The University of Scranton to attain a degree in BioChemistry and then attend medical school with hopes of becoming an anesthesiologist. “My favorite high school memory is making it to nationals for FBLA twice and getting to visit Chicago and Atlanta,” he said. “At Western Wayne, I was taught to not fear failure, and this will help me be even more successful in my future.” In his valedictorian speech, Adrian quoted successful businessman and author Robert T. Kiyosaki, “Winners are not afraid of losing, but losers are. Failure is simply a part of the process of success.”Adrian continued, “Failure can be a reminder that success is not always easy, but with hard work and perseverance it is possible.” He then asked his classmates to reflect on some of the failures they encountered in high school and what they learned from them.“High school is filled with failure and so is life,” Adrian said. “However, if these failures are taken as learning experiences, our lives can be filled with even more successes than failures. It is what you choose to take out of it that determines your outcome.”He gave his classmates more advice, “We must learn to view every mistake or failure as an opportunity to learn and to improve.” Adrian ended his speech by saying, “High school has been an incredible journey, however, the best is yet to come. Remember to never fear failure.”Following the speeches, all graduates received their diplomas and were presented as the Class of 2024 to the audience. They then sang the school’s alma mater one last time as a class on stage. The Western Wayne School District wishes all the graduates the best in their bright futures. [...]
