Middle School

Middle School Chorus Students Enjoy Field Trips

The Sixth Grade Middle School Chorus
The Seventh Grade Middle School Chorus
The Eighth Grade Middle School Chorus

The Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade Middle School Chorus groups recently went on a variety of fun and educational spring field trips. All groups are under the direction of the Middle School Chorus and General Music teacher, Mrs. Joyce Covaleski. The Eighth Grade Chorus’s field trip to Knoebels Amusement Resort was a reward for three great years in Middle School Chorus. The second trip was the Sixth Grade Chorus who enjoyed some fun and sun at McDade Park after seeing Disney’s The Little Mermaid at the Scranton Cultural Center. The third trip was the Seventh Grade Chorus’s field trip to Bethel Woods to visit the field where Woodstock took place, see the 1960s Music and Art Museum, and learn about the 1960s, protest music, and visual arts. Mrs. Covaleski is proud of all of her students’ accomplishments this year and was glad they could enjoy their field trips!

Third Annual Cat Pack Games held at Sharkey Rosetti Stadium

The Third Annual Cat Pack Games were held on Wednesday, May 24 at Sharkey Rosetti Stadium. After a musical welcome from the Western Wayne Marching Band, student CAThletes from EverGreen, RDW, and the Middle and High Schools spent the day running, jumping, throwing, and playing! Student volunteers from the High School assisted in setting up and running the games and activities, taking photographs, and face painting. The day was a perfect highlight of some of the many talents of our students. Thank you to everyone who helped make it a great day!

Middle School Chorus Students Present Concerts

Western Wayne 7th Grade Chorus students.
Western Wayne 8th Grade Chorus students.

Western Wayne Middle School Chorus concerts for grades 7 and 8 took place this spring for the community to enjoy. The 8th Grade Chorus recently performed rock classics in their concert. Also, the 7th Grade Chorus recently performed folk songs from around the world in their concert. The Western Wayne Middle School Chorus for both 7th and 8th grade is under the direction of Mrs. Joyce Covaleski.

Middle School Music Students Visit Marywood University

Western Wayne 7h Grade General Music/Performing Arts students with their teacher Mrs. Joyce Covaleski visited the radio and television studios and the e-sports arena at Marywood University on May 11 to learn more about careers in media and gaming. In both photos are Mrs. Covaleski’s students enjoying their experience.

Western Wayne Students Place at NEPA Girls STEM Competition

From left: Maria Shemanski, Rachel Enslin, and Hailey McCollum-Fitzpatrick, students from RDW, who competed in the 2023 Girls STEM Competition on April 15 at Valley View.
From left: Molly Gifford, grade 4; Taylor Brown, grade 4; and Mia Padula, grade 4; who competed in a total of four events at the 2023 Girls STEM Competition on April 15 at Valley View .
Western Wayne Middle Schooler Reyna Weaver who has been selected to attend the Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge this summer.

Western Wayne elementary students placed well in their respective competitions at the 2023 Girls STEM Competition held at Valley View High School on Saturday, April 15. RDW 5th graders, Maria Shemanski (5), Skylar Horst (5), Hailey McCollum-Fitzpatrick (5):  placed 3rdoverall in the 4-6th grade age group. In addition, for our RDW students,  Rachel Enslin (4) and Makayla Franckowiak (5):  placed 5th overall in the 4-6th grade age group. Also, Evergreen Elementary 4th graders, Mia Padula (4), Taylor Brown (4), and Molly Gifford (4):  placed 1st overall in the 4-6th grade age group in the Computer Programming  event.

The fourth grade students competed in four total events:  Programming using Scratch; Mathematics solving problems and puzzle;, Science where they made their own lip-gloss with a Makeup Chemist; and engineering where they had to design, build, and test a vehicle, device and ramp to achieve a common goal.  There were 1st place prizes in each of the four categories awarded, and there were overall places 1st through 5th for combined scores from all four events.

Finally, WWMS current 6th grader Reyna Weaver has been selected to attend the Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge this summer before her 7th grade year.  She participated in this event when she was in fifth grade and really enjoyed applying her knowledge of science.

Established in 1990, the Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge is a residential, hands-on learning experience for Appalachia’s middle and high school students, as well as high school teachers in STEM-related fields. Hosted by Oak Ridge Associated Universities in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, this program is a gateway to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in the Appalachian Region. 

All participants work with award-winning scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, one of the largest U.S. Department of Energy research facilities in the United States. High school and middle school students conduct guided group science, math, and computer science technology research projects, while high school teachers work with science practitioners to develop STEM-related curriculum. The program culminates in a graduation ceremony where participants showcase their work.

Western Wayne Middle Schooler Reyna Weaver is very excited to be offered the opportunity to participate in this experience.

“I really enjoy working on STEM related projects and am excited to be offered the chance to participate in this event,” Reyna said.

TEAMS COMPETE IN REGIONAL READING RELAY

From left, standing: Aurora Morris, Keyura Neve, Leila Whitfield, Alexis Whitfield, Riley Pongracz, Madelyn Chrobak
From left, kneeling: Xenia Gauvain (CAPTAIN), Vallita Belinova
Not pictured: Zariah Edmunds (CAPTAIN), Cailey Fullone, Josefine Vizcaino
From left, standing: William Dwyer, Stephanie Maxwell, Summer Paugh, Cassidy Zeiler, Ryleigh Mahon, Lillian Morcom, Ash Mangieri (CAPTAIN)
From left, sitting: Anita Vanyo, Natalia Borrelli, Edith Sheehan, Emily Brophy, Elizabeth Wasylyk
From left: Britney Wertman (CAPTAIN), Sean Soom, Charlotte Skelton, Cullen Fox, Haley McGuire, Sofie Fiorella, Alex Bernardi, Paige Barattucci, Audrey Capozzi, Haley Dougal (CAPTAIN)
Not pictured: Thomas Williams.

Western Wayne Middle and High School students participated in the NEIU-19’s annual Reading Relay at the beginning of March. In preparation, students read books from issued lists consisting of 25 book choices.  The students then competed virtually against teams from other local districts in 50-question rounds based on details of reading comprehension. 

The middle school and high school teams consisted of 34 dedicated readers and represented Western Wayne with the best of wildcat pride. This year was competitive as Mrs. Robbins’s team was just short of top-ranking with her middle school team and Mrs. Banik’s high school team awarded medals. Mrs. Jenkins’s team went on to score in the Elite 8 and were awarded medals and swag bags.

Winter 2023 Magazine Released!

Winter - Magazine WW50

Created: 02 - 03 - 2023
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We are honored to present this publication in celebration of 50 years of Western Wayne High School! As a
tribute to a half-century of black and gold pride, this magazine showcases the memorable milestones and
moments of our beloved school from the years that led to its opening in 1973 up to today. To commemorate our roots, we have made it our mission to uncover artifacts that date back decades. History is written by its victors, who tirelessly worked to lay the foundation that has created the honorable structure in which Wildcats have learned and grown for generations. From the one-room schoolhouses to the sprawling campus of Western Wayne High School, all ages of students share the memories and traditions of being a Wildcat. Students—past and present—have demonstrated PRIDE within our school by exhibiting Preparedness, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and by being Extraordinary. As Nelson Mandela famously quoted, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” This year, we appreciate and observe the great traditions that have had a longstanding place in our Alma Mater, and we also look to the future as Wildcats carry their PRIDE from these hallowed halls to the world that awaits them.

High School SADD Members Promote Wellness in the Middle School

High School SADD members Jaden Gregory, McKenzie Laity, Analise DeLeon-Bello, Braelyn Davis, 6th grade;  Emily Borowski, 6th grade; Aliyah Gregory, 8th grade; along with additional high school SADD members Alyson Buchinski, Rylee Reynolds, and Julie Bryan.

The Western Wayne SADD Team from the high school came to the middle school lunches the week of February 6 to talk to middle schoolers about the dangers of vaping, smoking, alcohol, and self harm. They shared information on how these choices could affect the rest of their lives and health.  They then invited middle school students to sign a banner, showing that they are committed to staying away from those dangers. The banner is pictured. After hearing the information, students were able to enter to win one of three baskets in a raffle. The baskets included a lot of goodies, as well as a $25 gift card in each. The drawing was held at the end of the middle school lunches that week.  

Curriculum Night – February 2nd

Due to last week’s inclement weather, Curriculum Night was postponed to Thursday, February 2, 2023, from 6:00-7:30 PM in the WWHS Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium.

GUIDING GOOD CHOICES

Announcing a new program for parents/caregivers and their 5th and/or 6th grade children

Attend this FREE program to help your youth navigate the pressures and expectations of life during their teen years to succeed and achieve a brighter future. The program includes a FREE dinner for the entire family and childcare for younger family members.

For more information, please download the following program flyer. Thank you!

Guiding Good Choices WW flyer March 2023

Created: 24 - 01 - 2023
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