Hello, WHS Families,
The link below provides an overview of Distance Learning at WHS for students:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tTD2jZZt7-rTUMiBHIEb2SEI8NOWLZpB/view?usp=sharing
Here's to a successful first week for all!
Hello, WHS Families! Watertown High School Distance Learning begins on Monday, March 30. Please ask your child to be sure that he or she can log into Google Classroom with a Watertown Public Schools Google account. Thank you for your assistance and have a safe weekend!
WHS Drive-Thru Library will be available on Wed. March 18 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Pick specific books or types of books you like; we will bring them to your car on Wed. March 18 in the small drop-off loop. See this link for more information:
https://forms.gle/SRB8jQqEsh7SxoPc9
WHS Engagement Activities for the time away from school:
Go to: classroom.google.com
Please log in with your Watertown Google account
To join the class, use code: 42wxcms
Thank you for your efforts and interest!
The SAT testing scheduled for Saturday, March 14 at WHS is cancelled. We will know more about a makeup date once we hear from the College Board. Thank you:
Early dismissal on Wednesday, March 11, 2020! Parent/teacher conferences scheduled for Wednesday evening and for March 24 are postponed until further notice. Thank you.
Hello, WHS Families,
Dr. Harrison will present the 2020-21 district budget tonight, Thursday, March 5, at 7:00 pm at Swift to the combined WHS and Swift Parent/Teacher Organizations. All are welcome to hear this important information. Thank you!
We are extending course registration for all students in Grades 9-11 until Friday, February 28!
Eighth grade families will receive course registration information via email today! The registration portal opens at 4:00 today, February 21.
Exciting news for sophomore Emalyn Osborne, who placed second in the *whole state* for her speech for the Voice of Democracy contest, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Emalyn responded in great detail to the question, What Makes America Great? Definite #WHSPride!
Happy New Year, WHS Families!
Please check your email for very important information about midterm examinations. If you did not receive an email, please check your junk folder, or contact the office to ensure that we have the right email address for you. Thank you.
Hello, WHS Families,
December 20 is an early dismissal day for Watertown High School (and all of the Watertown Public Schools.) High school dismissal is at 12:10. On behalf of the faculty and staff of WHS, I wish you a peaceful holiday season. Thank you for your support.
Watertown High School will offer evening counseling and support services on Thurs, December 5 from 6:00-8:00 in the WHS Library. We are fortunate to partner with K9 First Responders, a therapy dog volunteer group, who will have dogs onsite for support for students and adults.
Hello, WHS Families,
Quarter 1 Report Cards are now available on the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
The Homecoming Dance is on Friday from 6:00-10:00. Students must be in school until 1:00 to be able to attend the dance.
Enjoy the upcoming weekend.
Janet Parlato, Ed.D.
Principal
Interact Club is holding a canned food drive from Wednesday, November 20-Tuesday, November 26. The Homeroom with the most collected items wins doughnuts to be enjoyed on Monday, December 2. Thank you for supporting the WHS Interact canned food drive this year!
Good morning, WHS Families,
The Homecoming Dance is Friday from 6:00-10:00 at Grand Oak Villa. Friday is a full day of school for all students. In order to attend the Homecoming Dance, students must remain in school until 1:00 if they are going to be dismissed early.
Thank you.
Hello, Watertown High School Families,
Tomorrow, Wednesday, November 13, is an early release day for students for parent/teacher conferences.
On Thursday, November 14, there is a fundraiser for all grades in the evening at Triple Play, where a percentage of each check or takeout order will be donated to WHS.
Thank you,
Janet Parlato, Ed.D.
Principal
Watertown High School and TOWN are partnering to host Alumni Night at the WHS football game on October 25, 2019 7:00pm. We'll have alumni contests, bites from local vendors, and town pride swag to purchase. We’re excited to enjoy a beautiful Fall weekend with the community. This alumni event is for all WHS alumni, not just football players! Swing by our booth to buy t-shirts, postcards, and taste-test delicious food from local alumni vendors.
WHS will have an early release day tomorrow, Wednesday, October 23, for a professional learning session in the afternoon for teachers. Thank you!
Watertown High School will conduct a walking evacuation drill this morning. We will be accompanied by fire and police personnel to ensure a safe walk for all. Another message will be sent when we return to the high school.
WHS picture make up day for all students is Friday, October 18th during Flex. All Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors who missed picture day or need a retake can have their picture taken tomorrow in the auditorium
8th Grade Open House for the Class of 2024 is Thursday October 17th, 2019 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm in the Watertown High School auditorium. All 8th grade Watertown students and their families are invited to attend.
Hello, everyone,
Tomorrow, Thursday, September 19, is an early release day for Watertown Public Schools. WHS students will dismiss at 12:10. Also, as a reminder, Picture Day is Friday, September 20.
Thank you,
Janet Parlato, Ed.D.
Principal
Senior College and Career Parent Night is Thursday September 26th from 6-7:30 in the WHS Auditorium. Topics include: the college application process, financial aid, essay writing, and admissions FAQ. We encourage senior students and parents/guardians to attend.
Plan to attend this year's College & Career Fair! September 26th 2019 - 6:00 to 7:30 pm - Location: WHS Gymnasium. All grades 9-12 and parents/guardians are encouraged to attend. This year close to 80 college & career representatives will be there!
Good news call with 9th grade student Alana who was nominated by Ms. Uryase!
First day for teachers!
As we move closer and closer to the start of the school year, this is important information to remember. #WHSPride
Summer Reading continues this week! #WatertownLearns #CultureOfLiteracy #SummerReading
CAS Arts Awards Banquet 2019!
Senior Picnic 2019!
Congratulations to our NVCC CNA graduates!
Watertown Public Schools had four honorees, two from #WHSPride and two from @SwiftMiddle, at this year’s Connecticut Association of Public Schools Supts/Litchfield County Superintendents’ Association Awards Banquet. Thanks @MrDCarrollWHS for attending on behalf of our district.
