WHS Marching Band Festival Is Saturday Oct 3, 2008
The field competition will get under way at 11:45 a.m. at Rauch Field on the WHS campus ... The shuttle buses will run to and from the WHS campus only ... The WHS program has ALWAYS been top notch from Mr. Hunt to Mr. Bunkely. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Look out, Needham Sep 25, 2008
This way, the younger players will already know the high school s football program by the time they reach WHS. The players are expected to memorize all 14 plays and are tested on the plays during practice, Hershelman said. Everyone has to know all the plays, he said. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Letters to the Wellesley Townsman for the week of Sept. 25, 2008 Sep 25, 2008
We support the WHS Project Plan. As long time residents of Wellesley, we are writing to express our strong support for the current WHS Project Plan ... Barbara Pullen Morgenthaler (WHS Class 1952) Rick Morgenthaler Abbott Road Why I oppose the current WHS project. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Meetings: Sept. 18 Sep 19, 2008
Wilbury Crockett Library, WHS, 2:40 p.m.. Hardy School Council. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Final Points Concerning Volleyball Injuries Sep 18, 2008
" Certified Athletic Trainers If there is one factor which can greatly help young athletes, it's having an athletic trainer available to treat injuries soon after they happen. In Part 4 of the series, Washington High School, which has an athletic trainer, was cited for not having the same type of major injuries as Borgia, which is just across town. Like players from Borgia, Washington players compete year-round. "We utilize a certified athletic trainer, Cynthia Rajkovich, ATC, CSCS, PES, who is... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Junior day: Here are six of Georgia's best Sep 16, 2008
whs 86, You and JC are easily amused. But seriously, mental midgets. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Making a splash Sep 16, 2008
He said that when he found out there was an opening at WHS, he was initially on the fence about taking on the added responsibility ... Hanley was quick to credit Smith, a 2003 WHS grad who swam collegiately for the University of Northern Colorado, with helping make his first year as the head coach a good one. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
CHS continues run with win over WHS Sep 14, 2008
Last Updated on Saturday, Sep 13, 2008 - 11:46:28 pm AKDT. News and Features for Wasilla, Alaska. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Volleyball Series: Experts Offer Tips Sep 11, 2008
" Having an athletic trainer might be the best way to recognize injuries early and cut down on the severity. While this series has focused on injuries at St. Francis Borgia Regional High School, there haven't been as many injuries across town at Washington High School. The players there also play at a high competitive level and are active in the sport year-round. Junior Andrea Beaty has given a verbal commitment to Saint Louis University. WHS graduate Johannah Bangert is a sophomore at the... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Boys soccer preview Sep 9, 2008
"I've seen most around the state and I'm hard-pressed to name anybody better. Erion Baci, Dan Mizura and Rob Ciotto should be at the core of an offense that will score more than last year's 11 goals. SOUTHINGTON: Steve Yanosy's late-season cloud in 2007 may have a 2008 silver lining. Injuries dissolved a postseason run but youngsters gained experience. Zac Failla was thrust into the center midfield as a sophomore. "That's a tough spot in our conference and he came into his own," Yanosy said. Dan... (New Britain Herald, CT)
Pensions blown on pokies Sep 8, 2008
This campaign is based on the same premise as many of the ridiculous WHS regulations, that you can protect idiots from themselves. This of course is not possible, right throughout nature, stupid creatures are doomed one way or another, it's a natural part of evolution, (refer to the Darwin Awards. (Courier Mail)
Lecturer to athletes: Users are losers Sep 6, 2008
This after a WHS basketball player was busted for drinking at a house party last year. The player s name was not mentioned by anyone from the school, but students all know who it was and had him on their minds at a parent-athlete meeting Wednesday. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Caf kitchen fire disrupts hometown Olympians parade Aug 28, 2008
The WHS cheerleaders marched during Monday evening's parade to welcome home Alicia Sacramone, who was part of the silver-medal winning women's gymnastics team in the Beijing Olympics. staff photo by Ellen Bullock 8. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Washington Humane Society helps soldiers become trainers Aug 25, 2008
Soldiers in the program will work with the homeless animals in the care of WHS, teaching dogs behaviors that will help them succeed in their new homes ... said Lisa LaFontaine, WHS president and chief executive ... WHS said it will absorb all related financial costs for the program. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Watertown mens summer basketball Aug 22, 2008
But do not think that the former WHS points-scorer is just getting it done from the field; he has also excelled when being fouled. Against Tin Cup last Thursday night, Murgo put the nail in the coffin, hitting every bucket from the charity stripe (8-for-8 on the night). (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Watertown Public Schools start Sept. 4 Aug 20, 2008
75 each; salad bar (WHS only) 22 cents per ounce; milk (white and chocolate)* 55 cents per carton. School lunch Middle school, $2. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Despite jellyfish, McMahon swims the Sound Aug 9, 2008
A 1981 graduate of Windsor High School and the first captain of the WHS Swim Team, McMahon said, after two and a half hours he was in second place behind a 23-year-old woman. "She graduated from Villanova as I did, so there's a good chance we would have had a one, two placing in the race," said McMahon. (Windsor Journal, CT)
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Over at Williston High, Warren Larson leaves WHS after quite a few years of service to the district. Brett Favre even finally called it quits in Green Bay. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
A bridge over troubled high school times Aug 8, 2008
Adam Diliberto, academic coordinator of the Bridge Program at Wellesley High School, and WHS graduate Sophie Hansen, left, spoke at a forum for adolescent mental health at the State House last week. A bridge over troubled high school times. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Weymouth teen dies after Bridgewater crash Aug 5, 2008
Sarah s friend, Sarah Langenthal, 16, a WHS sophomore, is listed in serious condition at Boston Medical Center. Both girls were passengers in a green Nissan Pathfinder that was driven by Mathew Aruda, 19, of Hingham. (Weymouth News, MA)
Local principal arrested on drug charges Aug 1, 2008
" graduate of WHS wrote on Jul 31, 2008 7:57 PM:" I am a former graduate of Westgate and I had the opportunity of knowing Mr. Sias ... " Former Student WHS Graduate wrote on Jul 31, 2008 1:47 AM:" This is someone who is supposed to be setting an example for all the adolecents in this community. (New Iberia, LA)
Letters for the week of July 17, 2998 Jul 18, 2008
Wellesley - Why not let voters have a say about WHS. I have lived in Wellesley for 54 years. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Teacher George Williams Died July 4; Memorial Service July 11 Jul 13, 2008
He also coached girls' sports at WHS. The family moved to St. Louis County about eight years ago. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The Bethesda Health Group Foundation. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
5A-4A State Tournament Rankings Part Two Jul 7, 2008
Weslaco Panthers: Another big time team from the Valley is Weslaco, although losing RB may have been a big blow on paper WHS may be even stronger this year. QB has emerged as a major leader who has the ability to make all the throws. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
Teen driver arrested in crash that killed WHS student Jun 28, 2008
The crash killed WHS student Michael Fairnot, 18, who was riding in the front passsenger seat ... A member of the WHS Gospel Choir, Fairnot was said to have been well-liked. (Windsor Journal, CT)
WINCHESTERS BEST AND BRIGHTEST, June 26 edition Jun 25, 2008
Manuel Gonzalez Rivero, WHS class of 2004, graduated on May 17 from Carnegie Mellon University with College Honors and a degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering ... The following Winchester High School students have been awarded the WHS Award for Academic Excellence: Charlotte Page, Elizabeth McCreless, Caroline Wooten, Alexander Burka, Alexa Stern and Erika Olson ... WHS Senior Awards Evening May 21, 2008. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Relay raises $146,000 to fight cancer Jun 24, 2008
My grandmother, Lisa Wong, passed away from lung cancer, said team member Kelly Young of the WHS Class of 2008 ... Teammate Jennifer Ty, also a new WHS graduate, lost her aunt, Nina Le, to heart cancer ten years ago at the age of 35. (Weymouth News, MA)
Portrait of WHS's young artists Jun 20, 2008
Jesse, your talent, and personality will be missed greatly here at WHS. Best of luck at Syracuse. Loading commenting interface. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Trio wants to lend a helping hand Jun 18, 2008
Vikki Guido of Winchester, who graduated from WHS in 2003 before joining Mahoney and Hanafin at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell, is also an instructor at the clinic. The four-day clinic will be for girls in grades eight through 12 and will run Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cost of the clinic is $180. (Burlington Union, MA)
Students make case for school music Jun 17, 2008
Jose Merlo, a 2008 WHS graduate, said music classes helped him thrive while attending school ... Music can improve a student s ability to do multiplication, long division, and basic math, said Christian Frazier, a 2007 WHS graduate. (Weymouth News, MA)
STUDENT COLUMN: One night spent in Spain, talking about America Jun 15, 2008
Editor s Note: Katie Manko, a 2008 WHS Spanish Exchange participant, is a member of the WHS class of 2008 and plans to attend Union College in New York next year. Related Stories Loading commenting interface. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Silence honors WHS student who died Wednesday Jun 14, 2008
M/CLOUDY Saturday June 14, 2008. Today's most viewed articles. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
LETTER: One more thank you from WFEE cant hurt any Jun 9, 2008
Money raised at the event will be spent on laptop computers for elementary teachers and specialists, interactive technology and LCD projectors at McCall Middle School and in support of the wireless environment at WHS. Donations for the project are still being accepted at. Related Stories Comments Thank you for the abuse report. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Wells High School's Top 10 for 2008 Jun 5, 2008
Activities participated in and awards received include National Honor Society, numerous Faculty Book and Certificate Awards for Outstanding Achievement, Dartmouth Book Award, Student of the Trimester Award, high honors every trimester, WHS Breakfast of Champions Award, WHS Faculty Team Award for Outstanding Scholarship and Leadership, WHS Award for Positive Contributions to the Community, participant in the Haystack Mountain School of Design at Deer Isle Maine. Brianna Anderson Cilley is the... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
WHS grads to 'see the signs' May 24, 2008
com - WHS grads to 'see the signs. Saturday, May 24, 2008. (Washington Journal, IA)
WHS students given scholarships May 20, 2008
She also received a 500 WHS Art Club ... Strauch also received the 500 WHS Social Studies Award and the 25 Gettysburg Address Reader award ... They include Kelly Klopstein, Volunteers of Watertown Area Health Services, 4,000, WUSD Custodial/Maintenance, 500; Nick Grinwald, Rotary, 4,000; Danielle Winker, Volunteers of WAHS, 4,000; Krista Zwiebel, Volunteers of WAHS, 4,000; Kyle Cory-Yaeggi, Edwin F. Hulbert, 2,000, Watertown Booster Club, 500, VFW Citizenship, 500; Sarah Fischer, Josephine N.... (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Class of 2008 May 18, 2008
On Thursday night at the Multi-Use Sports Complex in Wasilla, more than 200 graduating seniors from Wasilla High School (WHS), dressed in white and red robes, tossed their caps to celebrate an end of an era: 13 years of public education ... WHS valedictorians Adam Friese, Michael Lewis and Carmel Sergio each took to the stage in front of their colleagues, remembering the ups and downs of their high school careers ... One by one, WHS students names were read aloud as a tearful and fired-up crowd... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
WHS seniors get sobering lesson May 16, 2008
He visited WHS last Wednesday. WHS seniors get sobering lesson. (Weymouth News, MA)
Budget vote set for May 20 Town looking for four percent increase, schools for six percent May 15, 2008
The following items and programs were affected by and or eliminated from the school budget: Eliminate positions of retiring teachers in grades one and two; remove a new half-time social studies position (WHS,NEASC); remove a new half-time special education position (WHS, NEASC); remove a. 2 increase to an art teacher position(WHS, NEASC); remove a new ISS teacher position (SMS); remove a ... 6 increase to the ELL teaching position (district- English language learning program, principal secretary... (Town Times, CT)
With WHS, mutual interests call for reasoned compromise May 10, 2008
By Deborah Bates/guest columnist. Fri May 09, 2008, 01:39 PM EDT. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR, May 8, 2008 May 10, 2008
On behalf of the students and parents of the WHS Sailing team, we would like to thank the community for supporting our dump run fundraiser that was held this weekend. We are thrilled to have a committed town behind our program and look forward to our continued success on the water. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Winthrop High School announces top students May 9, 2008
Shayna was a member of the scenic design for the WHS production of The Little Shop of Horrors and she also volunteers at the Theater at Monmouth. Shayna plans to attend the University of Vermont majoring in Business Administration. (Courier Publications, ME)
Family planning soldier’s funeral, not her wedding May 8, 2008
Willis Independent School District Athletic Director Ben Cooper, who was principal of WHS when Ort attended, remembered her as a kind, pleasant girl. She was a very, very sweet, genuine person, he said. (Conroe Courier, TX)
WES school board names replacement trustee May 8, 2008
In addition to his second year at WHS, Gilmore has worked at both Mount Shasta and McCloud high schools ... Gilmore has also played a role in developing the Health Career Pathways program at WHS.. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Local educators honored May 8, 2008
She has taught at WHS for the past 20 years. She has served as the Senior Project teacher/advisor for several years as well as teaching a range of social science classes. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
A special night in Watertown: Hanover woman to be elected to high schools Hall of Fame May 8, 2008
Cocktails at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., awards ceremony at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person and can be purchased by calling Sal Ciccarelli at 617-924-3332 or mailing a check to WHS Athletic Hall of Fame, 228 Boylston St., Watertown, MA 02472. Comments Thank you for the abuse report. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Festival trip brings honors and unity for WHS music students May 8, 2008
Weymouth High School music students James Callahan, Lindsey Cook, and Jose Merlo hold awards received at the Heritage Festival in Williamsburg, Virginia. Missing from photo is Nick Zaccardi. (Weymouth News, MA)
Black Duck Valley closures help cut injuries May 7, 2008
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHs it put operators of the park "on notice" after Friday's findings of the state coroner that two deaths at Black Duck Valley had been preventable. A spokesman for the division says operators closed all but one four-wheel drive trail from Saturday and also shut down long distance jumps and the acrobatic area for motorbikes. (ABC Regional Online)
Vitamin E not effective against preventing Cataract May 6, 2008
According to a new study by the WHS (Womens health study), the risk factor of developing cataract are similar to women who took Vitamin E supplements as compared to those who did not. For the study 39876 women of the age group 45 years and above were selected by Dr. William. (Little About)
Disappointing Change made at CHS May 2, 2008
To WHS parent wrote on Apr 11, 2008 8:04 AM:" There was no article because this is not an article....DUH! This is a letter from a concerned party about a school matter, if it doesn't concern you or your school why even respond? ". WHS Parent wrote on Apr 10, 2008 4:50 PM:" How come when this happened to Westgate there was not a article about this? Only because it's CHS? Aren't they off of school the Friday anyway? Game on Thursday dance on Friday big deal, get over yourself. " ... WHS parent... (New Iberia, LA)
'Fairytale Therapy' gives audience audience laughter May 2, 2008
In the play, written by Cyrena Shows and the WHS Drama Club members, the Evil Queen, from Snow White, is hearing voices in the mirror again and goes to therapy. After a short session with the therapist she joins a group session with other characters. (Choctaw Plaindealer, MS)
A Reunion to Mark a Jubilee May 2, 2008
" Although Sister Jane has kept up on Washington news the last six decades through West, she hasn't made many trips home. She was in town, though, for her WHS 50-year reunion. Sister Jane's official jubilee celebration will be held Saturday, May 17, at the mother house in St. Louis. The event will include a Mass and reception for Sisters celebrating their 50-, 60- and 70-year jubilees. Advocate for Sjogren's Syndrome In addition to her work as a LCSW, Sister Jane also volunteers as an advocate... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Letters for the week of May 1, 2008 May 2, 2008
Ingrid Carls President Wellesley Conservation Council Decision Point Meetings for WHS project. The School Building Committee will be holding a series of Decision Point Meetings over the next two weeks. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Government seeks $1.05M from teller (169) May 2, 2008
to to lovers wrote on May 1, 2008 10:42 PM:" Were they in the FSK stands, or WHS stands? " ... to the baer lovers wrote on May 1, 2008 10:19 PM:" To those of you who were crying the other day for K and J and talking about how depressed she looked, I guess she was putting on a show for the WHS fans because I saw her tonight at the FSK girls lacrosse game and she looked just fine as a matter of fact J was relaxing in the stands and they were smiling like nothing happened. All of this is just a... (Carroll County Times, MD)
Workshop aimed at improving school climate May 2, 2008
Given that WHS is becoming more diverse, and given that we sometimes have issues around respect for differences, the skills that will be developed and nurtured are essential to the health and well being of our community. Comments Thank you for the abuse report. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Celebrations Apr 17, 2008
The WHS Class of 1982 25th reunion will be held from 7 p.m. to midnight on Nov 24. Wed Aug 15, 2007, 04:30 PM EDT. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Teen paralyzed in crash Apr 17, 2008
Jewett was an exceptional athlete at WHS. While he was best known for his accomplishments on the football field, he also competed on the varsity wrestling and baseball teams. WHS varsity football coach Jason Fayter coached Jewett for three seasons where Jewett was recognized as an all-league linebacker. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Cancer awareness funds raised Apr 17, 2008
Part of the ASB's influences for the event are the mothers of two WHS students who suffer from pancreatic cancer and are being treated at Mercy Medical Center, DeRoss said ... WHS senior class president Will Hammond said it was great to help support local cancer patients, especially the mothers of the WHS students ... WHS student body president Brent McBrian said he is proud to be a part of the fund raiser and donate money for a good cause. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Police log for April 10, 2008 Apr 15, 2008
On March 31 at 6:21 p.m., a WHS student reported that someone had stolen a $200 phone from her gym bag, which she d left in the girls locker room from about 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., that afternoon ... On April 4 at 4:41 p.m., a WHS student reported that a $200 cell phone and a $250 iPod nano had been stolen from his jacket in the men s locker room. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Letters to the Editor Apr 15, 2008
As a concerned resident, I am advocating that the restoration of the 1938 WHS be put before the town as a viable option for consideration of the high school building project ... The existing WHS building was completed in 1938 as a prewar construction project ... It is common practice to restore prewar buildings that, like WHS, have been deemed structurally sound. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Former teller charged with embezzling $1 million (132) Apr 15, 2008
Rsponce to 12:17 wrote on Apr 14, 2008 6:38 PM:" It is about time someone has the courage to tell who is responsible for all the mess this family is in.. check our WHSgrad posted at 12:17. they learned their tricks from Daddy. " ... " WHS Grad wrote on Apr 14, 2008 12:17 PM:" I think people have this all wrong ... " whs mom wrote on Apr 14, 2008 11:33 AM:" I would have to say that doing what you have do to get out of debt for most people does not involve stealing over 1 million dollars. (Carroll County Times, MD)
School Committee approves $557K budget cut Apr 15, 2008
The science and social studies curriculum at WHS will be administered by a sole department head. Academic issues in grades kindergarten through eighth grade will be supervised by Egan s successor. (Weymouth News, MA)
Back to basics Apr 15, 2008
WHS sophomore Chris Bydlon said that after a day s worth of sharing his baseball knowledge with the younger players, he felt like his own skills got a bit of a boost ... The camp was a fundraiser for the WHS baseball program, and McRee said he d like to make it an annual event ... After all, he said, it won t be long before Monday s clinic attendees grow up, and McRee himself a WHS grad said he d like to see them help out his team in the future. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Minister to probe minister's handling of Torres affair Apr 8, 2008
The WHS bureaucrat mentioned in the letter then handballed the matter to department director-general Peter Henneken. He told Mr Springborg of another change of plans. (NEWS.com.au)
Energy Drinks: High Caffeine, High Price? Apr 5, 2008
Rebecca Curry, WHS nurse, added that energy drinks lead to increased metabolism, increased heart rate, dehydration and chronic headaches. In spite of all the health risks involved with these addicting beverages, Americans continue to consume massive quantities of energy drinks, downing 2 billion cans in 2006 alone. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
