The Principal's Newsletter

Dear Westhill Families,

This Thursday we will officially cross the finish line! As the final bells ring and the classrooms empty out, we have officially reached the end of the 2025–2026 school year. Looking back at everything our students, staff, and families have accomplished over the last ten months, we are filled with an overwhelming sense of pride. This has been a remarkable year of growth, resilience, and Viking achievement.

Before we officially send everyone off into the summer sun, please take a moment to review the final details for our last week, especially regarding our graduating seniors.

💻 Final Obligations & Tech Returns

As a reminder, all outstanding school property must be accounted for before we can fully close out the year.

• Seniors: Monday, June 15 and Tuesday, June 16 are the absolute final days to return your Chromebooks, chargers, and textbooks.
• Underclassmen: Please ensure all borrowed materials and textbooks have been returned to your respective teachers or the media center to avoid any account holds going into next year.
• Report Cards: Final grades will be processed and finalized in PowerSchool by the end of the week.

🎓 The Big Moment: Graduation is Here!

To the Class of 2026: your moment has finally arrived. We cannot wait to celebrate your hard work, dedication, and legacy.

• Mandatory Rehearsals: A final reminder that mandatory graduation rehearsals are taking place Monday, June 15, and Tuesday, June 16. Attendance at both rehearsals is strictly required to participate in the ceremony.
• Ceremony Logistics: Please check your email for the detailed guide sent out regarding parking maps, guest seating, arrival times, and security protocols. Let's make this a beautiful, smooth celebration for all our graduates and their families.

☀️ Wishing You a Safe and Wonderful Summer

To returning freshmen, sophomores, and juniors: rest up, stay safe, and enjoy the summer. We are already looking forward to welcoming you back in the fall to write the next chapter of your Westhill story.

To our graduating seniors: you will always have a home here. Once a Viking, always a Viking. Go out and make the world a better place.

Thank you, Westhill community, for your unwavering partnership, support, and spirit throughout this incredible year. Have a phenomenal, safe, and sun-filled summer break!

With deepest gratitude,

Principal Rinaldi and your Westhill Administrators

 

Important Information Regarding iReady for parents:

The iReady for Families Report is now accessible to parents.  Log into your child’s Clever Account and click on the iReady icon to go to the iReady Dashboard.  From the iReady Dashboard, click on the For Families dropdown and select the For Families Report.  Enter District Report Code S5Y1BK to access your child’s report. Please make sure that your teachers provide a copy of the Google Login for their students' families.  

Directions for parents: Link 

 

Important Information for Summer School:

 

 

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Superintendent’s Message:

https://www.stamfordpublicschools.org/about-us/leadership-team/weekly-message-from-the-superintendent

 

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Christine Wheeler, Department Leader for English:

The English Department would like to extend our congratulations to all of our seniors who will be graduating this week. You did it! Enjoy this very special moment!

We would also like to wish all of our soon to be sophomores, juniors, and seniors a fantastic summer vacation.  Relax, have fun, and make sure to complete your summer reading!  

 

Reminder → Any student with English books to return can stop by and see  Mrs. Marchsani in 213, Ms. Calandro in 219, Ms. Tobin in 432, or Mr. Hurwitz in 601 to return books.  If you are not sure what you may owe, these teachers can look up your count and let you know.

 

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Camille Quattrocchi, Department Leader for Health, Physical Education & JROTC:

All students are required to take 1 credit of Physical Education and 1 credit of Health Education in order to graduate. Students will also participate in the required State of CT Physical Fitness Assessment during 9th grade. In addition our department offers many engaging electives for students.To see all our course offerings and descriptions select Health and Physical Education under course descriptions. Program of Studies -- Stamford High and Westhill High

PE classes will take place outside providing weather conditions are acceptable so dress appropriately. In addition, laced sneakers are required for participation in all Physical Education classes to ensure safety. No Crocs, slides, flip-flops, slippers, boots, UGGS, bare feet or anything that is not a laced sneaker will be permitted.

 

Healthcare Pathway - For more information on the Healthcare Pathway Health Science - Stamford Public Schools or contact Camille Quattrocchi

Congratulations to our 1st CNA Class! They graduated from their program and will be taking their state exam in June.

Link to the CNA Graduation Ceremony:

 

Direct link to the stream:https://www.youtube.com/live/g0WECQzCWn8

 

It will also show up on our website and youtube channel on the live tab

https://www.youtube.com/@westhillhs/streams

 

Public Safety Pathway - For more information on the Public Safety Pathway Public Safety - Stamford Public Schools or contact Stanley Lamour

 

JROTC - For more information on JROTC Westhill JROTC or contact William Weber or Arlindo Almeida

 

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Ashley Katz, Department Leader for School Counselors:

 

 

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Have a Great Week Vikings!

For the most up-to-date version of the Principal’s Newsletter: 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQ_ss1NfowhvFTlKJ9C2_KeoYDg8ca4QlxFcUVH1lwljlqg-XOmTdrjc_lXOkk5uVqcxInKetMZbdNZ/pub