The Westhill Eblast

THE MOST PRESSING NEWS!!!

DON’T cook dinner this Thursday!

Support GLax instead!

SENIOR DEBTS AND OBLIGATIONS

Every year, WHS students are reminded by staff of items they owe the school, and the cost to replace those items if lost or destroyed. Items like:

• Media center books
• Textbooks, English books
• Laptops and chargers
• JROTC uniforms/equipment
• Sports uniforms/equipment

SENIOR YEAR, students are NOT permitted to do the following, without first resolving their debts:

• Buy prom tickets - this week!
• Go on internship - two weeks!
• Pick-up their yearbook - June 5!
• Pick-up their cap/gown - mid-June!

“How do I know if my senior owes anything?” They recently received an email at their School Gmail, subject line “Checked Out Materials, Overdue Materials, Unpaid Fines,” from rletson@stamfordct.gov.

“How do we resolve the debts or return the materials?”

• Students can return books, textbooks, and pay book fines or pay to replace textbooks in room 432, Periods 3 and 4 DAILY.
• Students can return laptops AND chargers or pay to replace them in the yearbook room, 202B, all periods daily. DELL laptops are $500, and chargers are $40.

Other questions, email ktobin@stamfordct.gov 

I’ve altered the EBLAST Layout… check out sections by deadline, below!

Things Happening NOW!

SENIOR CLASS LAWN SIGNS!

The junior class is selling senior graduation lawn signs.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER.

 Email Mr. McFillin or Ms. English with questions -

 dmcfillin@stamfordct.gov, kenglish@stamfordct.gov. 

GET YOUR “A.M. HOOPS” IN!

Mr. Lamour from the PE department is running AM Basketball intramurals for those students wishing to play. It runs from 6:40-7:20 Mondays-Thursdays. Currently this is open to all but we will have to restrict or have signups if there becomes too many. Enter through the exterior door to the freshman gym from outside across from the main stadium. Any questions email slamour@stamfordct.gov 

Class of 2023 is officially offering their SUPER COOL

SpongeBob T-shirt ($15) & Viking hoodie ($30) for sale.

Sizes range from small to 3XL

First come - first served in 307!

Absolute last call! Must email NOW!

FYI: No boys have submitted:

NOW AND THENS!

All seniors were sent an email from whsyearbook (to their school Gmails) with info on submitting NOW AND THEN photos. A FREE chances to be in the yearbook! Seniors must submit NOW!

Hello Junior Parents,

The class of 2024 is in the process of finalizing our plans for Junior Prom this year and we are very excited that it will be held at the Stamford Nature Center on Friday, June 2nd! To help make this an excellent Prom for the students, the class of 2024 is asking if any parents would be interested in donating to help with a few of the remaining items on our list.

We are looking for help with:

• Kitchenware (Plates, Cups, Utensils, and Napkins)
• Servingware (Serving Stands, Serving Utensils, and Food warmers)
• Decorations (Table Linens, Flowers, Fairy Lights, Photoboth Backdrop and Props)

Anything that you would be willing to help with would be very beneficial to the class of 2024. If you have any questions about how to get involved or how to contribute to Prom, you can contact either Mrs. English (kenglish@stamfordct.gov) or Mr. McFillin (dmcfillin@stamfordct.gov)

The yearbook price has now reached $100.

It will not go down.

SENIORS - you also need to order, if you want a yearbook!

To order your yearbook TODAY, go to www.jostens.com 

and click "Shop Your School" to get started.

To check if you already ordered a yearbook, or with questions,

email Ms. Tintle - ltintle@stamfordct.gov.

You Can Procrastinate a Little Longer…

(but only a LITTLE)

Coming up in May…

SENIOR PROM TICKETS go on sale May 3, 4, 5 - but any senior who owes anything to the school WILL NOT be allowed to purchase tickets.

Settle your debts NOW!

(see second item under “Most Pressing News”)

Next SAT Date: May 6

AP Exam Schedule/Locations

***Students MUST arrive 20 mins prior to test start time***

Questions - email Mrs. Katz, akatz@stamfordct.gov 

Coming up in June…

Junior Prom will be on 6/2 starting at 7 PM.

• Tickets went on sale (4/17 and 4/18) at $65 for Westhill Juniors only.
• There will be a second round of sales (5/1 and 5/2) at $70 for Westhill Juniors only.
• On Thursday 5/4, depending on how many tickets we have available, will open up sales for Westhill Juniors at $70 and any non Westhill Junior or outside Westhill student at $80.

Questions? Email Mr. McFillin or Ms. English - dmcfillin@stamfordct.gov or  kenglish@stamfordct.gov.

SENIORS: YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION

SENIOR NIGHT

Monday, June 5

from 3pm - 5pm

Westhill Media Center

What is it? A night for seniors and staff to pick-up their yearbooks AHEAD of everyone else. ONLY seniors and WHS staff may attend.

Why should I come? To sign everyone's yearbook! And enjoy free food and treats!

Did I order a yearbook? Email Ms. Tintle ltintle@stamfordct.gov to check!

Can I still come if I didn't order a yearbook? Sure, as long as you are a senior or staff member!

Can I still order a yearbook? Yup, click here.

Should I bring anything? Your signing Sharpie's!

EVERYONE ELSE: 9/10/11th Grade

Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen -

Did I order a yearbook? Email Ms. Tintle ltintle@stamfordct.gov to check!

How can I pick my yearbook up? You can pick up your yearbook starting on TUESDAY June 6 in the Yearbook room - 202B - all periods, and before/after school by appointment only.

Can I still order a yearbook? Yup, click here.

ALSO…

We still have a LIMITED batch of the 2022 Yearbook left. If you’d like to purchase one, they are $20 cash. See Ms. Tobin in 432 with your payment.

GRADUATION! Tuesday, June 13, 4pm

J. Walter Kennedy Stadium (football field)

More info to follow!

Join in the fun, Anytime!

Are you a WHS student who wants to work out, but doesn’t want to pay for a gym?

Students: GET YOUR FIT ON!

The Westhill Fitness Center is open to all students after school from 2:20-3:20 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. PE staff will be there to assist with fitness routines and equipment instruction. No experience is necessary - bring water, bring a friend and get fit! Questions, email Mrs. Quattrocchi - cquattrocchi@stamfordct.gov 

Got a small fridge, or digital camera,

you’d like to get rid of?

Yearbook is seeking the donation of a “dorm fridge,” AND ANY DIGITAL CAMERAS YOU ARE LOOKING TO GET RID OF! Gently used is fine! If anyone has any of those items and is looking to get rid of them, please email ktobin@stamfordct.gov, or leave a message at 977-5891. Pick-up from anywhere in Stamford can be arranged!

Thank you Bilotti family for the camera!

Ditching an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner?

If anyone would like to donate a new or used ultrasonic cleaner for the jewelry class, room 11, Mrs. Daher - it would be greatly appreciated!

Project  

The needs of our (Westhill High’s)  student population have grown.  To accommodate this growth we will continue with project backpack, and  new program has been created, Project Benevolence.

The program Project Backpack will continue with Westhill’s counselor Mindy Midy, as the contact person.   Project Backpack will return to its roots and have its focus be food distribution to these children.

If you would like to assist in this endeavor, please reach out to Mindy Midy directly. MMidy@stamfordct.gov   We are in need of sweatpants/leggings - NO YOUTH SIZES - please.

And introducing the new program….. Project Benevolence!!!

·         Project Benevolence (the new program) will be run by the team of teachers Jen Migiano, Josie Costa, and Christine Wheeler.  This program is designed to meet the following needs of these food-insecure children:

o   Toiletries

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/10UKWT98MYUP?ref_=wl_share

o   School supplies

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11GCAYOO0A1P1?ref_=wl_share

o   Shop Rite Gift cards

o   https://www.shopritedelivers.com/ShopRite-Gift-Cards-C1600.aspx

§  how to purchase shop rite gift cards for the children and ship directly to the school

o   Holiday & Special Occasion gift cards

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35BZ4RZRE4H08?ref_=wl_share

o   https://www.target.com/p/wrapped-gift-box-target-giftcard/-/A-79567780?preselect=81475310#lnk=sametab

§  how to order Target gift cards and ship them to Westhill high school

o   Snacks for the holidays

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3TE952R5XMDIQ?ref_=wl_share

o   Clothing (especially warm winter clothing!!!)

·         Ways to give:

o   You may donate  in any of these easy ways:

§  (and have shipped directly to the school) using the Amazon wish lists (links above) and/or directly from the vendor’s site

§  Via a donor choose project https://www.donorschoose.org/dr-mig 

·         How to not pay the automatic 15% overhead on Donors Choose website

§  Bring items (or money) to the school and drop them off at the main office and leave a note that they are for project Benevolence care of the teachers (Costa, Migiano or Wheeler)

o   To donate clothing (especially warm winter clothing) please drop off in the main office with a note for Jen Migiano in room 107 or have your child bring the clothes to room 107.

·         Please feel free to reach out to the lead teachers for any reason.  Our emails are linked below.

·         jmigaino@stamfordct.gov

·         jcosta@stamfordct.gov

·         cwheeler@stamfordct.gov

In our future issues…

Is this you…

“I can’t wait for more info!”

Exciting events in the new year!

More news, and SO MUCH MORE!

THE MOST PRESSING NEWS!!!

Please support a Westhill legend in his cancer fight!

THE FAMILY HAS RUN OUT OF MONEY FOR TREATMENT

All donations welcome. All reposts welcome too.

Nick Wright - former head of security at Westhill, decorated military veteran, Westhill grad, and track and field legend - is battling colon cancer. If you can, please support him in his fight. There is a GoFundMe page with more information. Every little bit helps!

Need DINNER plans Weds night???

Hungry?

I’ve altered the EBLAST Layout… check out sections by deadline, below!

Things Happening NOW!

IF you are a graduating senior and you have NOT YET paid your Senior Dues, the process by which you order your cap and gown, an order has not been placed for you. The time to contact Ms. Leveille 

and Mrs. Grant to rectify is NOW.

jleveille@stamfordct.gov and cgrant@stamfordct.gov 

GET YOUR “A.M. HOOPS” IN!

Mr. Lamour from the PE department is running AM Basketball intramurals for those students wishing to play. It runs from 6:40-7:20 Mondays-Thursdays. Currently this is open to all but we will have to restrict or have signups if there becomes too many. Enter through the exterior door to the freshman gym from outside across from the main stadium. Any questions email slamour@stamfordct.gov 

Class of 2023 is officially offering their SUPER COOL Sponge Bob T-shirt ($15) & Viking hoodie ($30) for sale.

Sizes range from small to XL (VERY limited 2XL, 3XL)

First come - first served in 307!

Cash or check only.

NEW COURSE ALERT!

Westhill is offering a new course/pathway in the upcoming school year – Public Safety. Information below on the course and pathway is from the Program of Studies. The program partners with local police, fire and emergency services and will give students the opportunity to learn more about many career options in the field of Public Safety. Any interested juniors and seniors can register with their counselor.

Questions? Contact:

Camille M Quattrocchi

District Content Leader for Health & Physical Education – Stamford Public Schools

Department Head for Health & Physical Education – Westhill High School

(203) 977-4238

cquattrocchi@stamfordct.gov

FYI: No boys have submitted:

NOW AND THENS!

All seniors were sent an email from whsyearbook (to their school Gmails) with info on submitting NOW AND THEN photos. A FREE chances to be in the yearbook! Seniors must submit NOW! 

Hello Junior Parents,

The class of 2024 is in the process of finalizing our plans for Junior Prom this year and we are very excited that it will be held at the Stamford Nature Center on Friday, June 2nd! To help make this an excellent Prom for the students, the class of 2024 is asking if any parents would be interested in donating to help with a few of the remaining items on our list. 

We are looking for help with:

• Kitchenware (Plates, Cups, Utensils, and Napkins)

• Servingware (Serving Stands, Serving Utensils, and Food warmers)

• Decorations (Table Linens, Flowers, Fairy Lights, Photoboth Backdrop and Props)

Anything that you would be willing to help with would be very beneficial to the class of 2024. If you have any questions about how to get involved or how to contribute to Prom, you can contact either Mrs. English (kenglish@stamfordct.gov) or Mr. McFillin (dmcfillin@stamfordct.gov)

Thanks! Class of 2024

The yearbook price has now reached $100. 

It will not go down.

SENIORS - you also need to order, if you want a yearbook!

To order your yearbook TODAY, go to www.jostens.com 

and click "Shop Your School" to get started.

To check if you already ordered a yearbook, or with questions, 

email Ms. Tintle - ltintle@stamfordct.gov.

You Can Procrastinate a Little Longer…

(but only a LITTLE)

SIGN-UP TO HELP OUT!

WHS Students and Parents -

Westhill Percussion Band will be hosting our home show on Saturday, April 15th.

We would love help from the Stamford community to make this event a success.

*Great chance to get your volunteer hours in.

*Free admissions to volunteers.

Please sign up to help!

Any questions…bethbaer@optonline.net 

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/8050e4ea5a82ca3ff2-april1

Coming up in April…

Coming up in May…

Join in the fun, Anytime!

Are you a WHS student who wants to work out, but doesn’t want to pay for a gym?

Students: GET YOUR FIT ON! 

The Westhill Fitness Center is open to all students after school from 2:20-3:20 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. PE staff will be there to assist with fitness routines and equipment instruction. No experience is necessary - bring water, bring a friend and get fit! Questions, email Mrs. Quattrocchi - cquattrocchi@stamfordct.gov 

Got a small fridge, or digital camera, 

you’d like to get rid of?

Yearbook is seeking the donation of a “dorm fridge,” AND ANY DIGITAL CAMERAS YOU ARE LOOKING TO GET RID OF! Gently used is fine! If anyone has any of those items and is looking to get rid of them, please email ktobin@stamfordct.gov, or leave a message at 977-5891. Pick-up from anywhere in Stamford can be arranged!

Ditching an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner?

If anyone would like to donate a new or used ultrasonic cleaner for the jewelry class, room 11, Mrs. Daher - it would be greatly appreciated!

Want to help WHS students and families address food insecurity?

Project  

The needs of our (Westhill High’s)  student population have grown.  To accommodate this growth we will continue with project backpack, and  new program has been created, Project Benevolence.

The program Project Backpack will continue with Westhill’s counselor Mindy Midy, as the contact person.   Project Backpack will return to its roots and have its focus be food distribution to these children.

If you would like to assist in this endeavor, please reach out to Mindy Midy directly. MMidy@stamfordct.gov   We are in need of sweatpants/leggings - NO YOUTH SIZES - please.

And introducing the new program….. Project Benevolence!!!

·         Project Benevolence (the new program) will be run by the team of teachers Jen Migiano, Josie Costa, and Christine Wheeler.  This program is designed to meet the following needs of these food-insecure children:

o   Toiletries

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/10UKWT98MYUP?ref_=wl_share

o   School supplies

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11GCAYOO0A1P1?ref_=wl_share

o   Shop Rite Gift cards

o   https://www.shopritedelivers.com/ShopRite-Gift-Cards-C1600.aspx

§  how to purchase shop rite gift cards for the children and ship directly to the school

o   Holiday & Special Occasion gift cards

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35BZ4RZRE4H08?ref_=wl_share

o   https://www.target.com/p/wrapped-gift-box-target-giftcard/-/A-79567780?preselect=81475310#lnk=sametab

§  how to order Target gift cards and ship them to Westhill high school

o   Snacks for the holidays

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3TE952R5XMDIQ?ref_=wl_share

o   Clothing (especially warm winter clothing!!!)

·         Ways to give:

o   You may donate  in any of these easy ways:

§  (and have shipped directly to the school) using the Amazon wish lists (links above) and/or directly from the vendor’s site

§  Via a donor choose project https://www.donorschoose.org/dr-mig 

·         How to not pay the automatic 15% overhead on Donors Choose website

§  Bring items (or money) to the school and drop them off at the main office and leave a note that they are for project Benevolence care of the teachers (Costa, Migiano or Wheeler)

o   To donate clothing (especially warm winter clothing) please drop off in the main office with a note for Jen Migiano in room 107 or have your child bring the clothes to room 107.

·         Please feel free to reach out to the lead teachers for any reason.  Our emails are linked below.

·         jmigaino@stamfordct.gov

·         jcosta@stamfordct.gov

·         cwheeler@stamfordct.gov

In our future issues…

Is this you…

“I can’t wait for more info!”

Exciting events in the new year!

Prom ticket buying dates, AP exam news, and SO MUCH MORE!

THE MOST PRESSING NEWS!!!

Please support a Westhill legend in his cancer fight!

Nick Wright - former head of security at Westhill, Westhill grad, and track and field legend - is battling colon cancer. If you can, please support him in his fight. There is a GoFundMe page with more information. Every little bit helps!

Friday Night!

Check out the list of STAFF CELEB PLAYERS!

Mr. Hart – Westover Elementary

Mr. Rivera – Rogers Elementary

Mr. Sylvain – Still Meadow Elementary

Mr. Tucciarone – Roxbury Elementary

Ms. Nealy – Roxbury Elementary

“Mr G” Garner – Roxbury Elementary

Ms. Euceda – Westhill High

Mr. Pereira – Former Weshill Dean of Students 

Ms. Wall – Stark Elementary

Mr. Rosedom – Westhill High

Mr. Frager – Westhill High

…who will be taking on the Wizards!

Fun for the WHOLE family!

THIS SATURDAY!

Tickets: https://pretix.eu/harlemwizards/stamford

I’ve altered the EBLAST Layout… check out sections by deadline, below!

Things Happening NOW!

NOW AND THENS!

All seniors were sent an email from whsyearbook (to their school Gmails) with info on submitting NOW AND THEN photos. A FREE chances to be in the yearbook! Seniors must submit NOW! 

Baby Pic Collection is now OVER.

The following seniors submitted a pic:

Aer'rion Necatera

Alejandra Brito

Alexandra Alcin

Alexandra Tobiasiewicz

Alexis Morgan

Alyssa Strezoski

Amber Guerra Tenorio

Amika Terzis

Amy Palmer

Amy Yellen

Ana Canizares Barrera

Ana Luisa Radke

Andrea Tropea

Anwar Tahir

Ariana Milewski

Ashley Perez

Bruce Rutherford

Bryant Calvillo

Cadence Jagodzinski

Callie Morson

Camille Barry

Carla Sanchez

Carolina Hitlin

Cheray Moore

Chris Cubano

Chris Socci

Ciara Joseph

Claudia Briones

Cleiris Rivas

Cristian Benavides Ortega

Cristian Cruz Mateo

Cynai Khan

Dain Melendez

Daniel Lis

Daniella Melia

Daphne Pierre

Dhruv Khanna

Diana Gavrylchuk

Dilian Cantrell

Domenico Baker

Doug Mazariegos

Drew Miller

Emily Sari Remache

Emily Stevens

Erin Casey

Erin Pacifico

Erwin Duque

Francesca Ripegno

Gabriella Astorga

Gabriella Silva

Gabriella Venneri

Ginamaria Fry

Grace Tolla

Gracie Saintil

Hailey Braverman

Ilana Rahim-Braden

Ishita Sujan

Jack Bello

Jacklyn Brzoska

Jacob Isola

Jakiah Akther

James Leydon

Jenna Cohen

Jenner Paiz Hernandez

Julia Popowski

Julieta Kuri

Kaitlin Safir

Kaitlyn Ripegno

Kamila Torres Lopez

Karen Duarte

Karol Medina Pilco

Kashayla Spell

Kate Telesca

Katherine Villatoro Folgar

Kathryn Schlachtenhaufen

Kayla Williamson

Kevin Sasser

Kevin Unger

Kimberly Boyd

Kristina Delelle

Laisha Hernandez

Lance Alswanger Busch

Liana Bilotti

Lilly Lapine

Lily Gillespie

Lily Hardman

Lizbeth Jerez

Lola deGraft-Johnson

Lulu Buckey

Madison Britt

Malia and Maya Patterson

Mariza Klimala

Matthew Marin

Maybelin Castro Mantar

Meghan McLaughlin

Mia Nocera

Micheala Malone

Michele Pannone

Milena Prakapenka

Milind Sharma

Natalia Znosko

Naylenid Ayala

Nelson Garcia

Nicholas Seitaridis

Nicola Andrzejewski

Nicolas Martignoni

Nicole Peru

Olivia Cognetti

Ravi Conway

Renae Opoku

Ria James

Ryan Schwartz

Rylie Noto

Samantha Feeny

Sarah Kaplan

Savanna Colon

Sebastian Caltenco

Shardae Coleman

Shea Cooper

Sierra Jaboin

Sophia Masone

Stephanie Aguirre

Stephanie Razzaia

Stephany Mariano Diego

Steven Quattrocchi

Teyah Jerry

Thomas Waterbury

Tigist Aronica

Tyrone Hollar

Veranika Trus

Vickaina Louis

Wiktoria Lesniak

Yaman Abo Noktah

Zharia Vasquez

Zoe Mcfarlane

Zoina Tzavaras

Senior Ad Sales are now ENDED. 

If anyone is desperate to purchase/place an ad, contact Ms. Tobin ASAP.

The yearbook price has now reached $100. 

It will not go down.

SENIORS - you also need to order, if you want a yearbook!

To order your yearbook TODAY, go to www.jostens.com 

and click "Shop Your School" to get started.

To check if you already ordered a yearbook, or with questions, 

email Ms. Tintle - ltintle@stamfordct.gov.

You Can Procrastinate a Little Longer…

(but only a LITTLE)

Senior Dues

Is this you…

“I am a senior.”

ORDER your CAP/GOWN for Graduation!

The price keeps increasing! 

This year Senior Dues prices are as follows:

Senior Dues = $30 

Senior Dues WITH Hoodie = $60

***Please note that yearbooks are not available through Senior Dues - find out how to order your yearbook below****

This year we have TWO methods for paying your dues:

• IN PERSON in Room 307 (Ms. Leveille) or in Room 310 (Ms. Grant).

• Bring your payment (via cash, check made out to "Westhill High School", or money order) in a SEALED envelope labeled with your Student ID#

• Be prepared to fill out Cap & Gown information upon drop off

• ONLINE (service fees apply)

• You must have a MySchoolBucks account and associate your student number to the account

• If you want your dues with a hoodie, you must add BOTH to your cart

• Senior Dues: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQU5LQJY8AW 

• Hoodie: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBRH47A30MLE

• Donation: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQZG0R9YFK0

If you are experiencing financial difficulties please reach out to Ms. Grant (cgrant@stamfordct.gov) or Ms. Leveille (jleveille@stamfordct.gov) immediately!

Yearbooks

This year you are not able to purchase your Yearbook along with your Senior Dues.  If you would like to purchase a Yearbook, go to www.jostens.com and click "Shop Your School" to get started. Contact Ms. Tobin (ktobin@stamfordct.gov) or Ms. Tintle (ltintle@stamfordct.gov) with any questions. Prices increase after October 28th!

¡Finalmente está aquí! ¡Nuestro último año! ¡La caminata por ese escenario para obtener tu diploma está en la mira!

Este año los precios de las Cuotas Senior son los siguientes:

Cuotas = $ 30

Cuotas CON sudadera con capucha = $ 60

***Tenga en cuenta que los anuarios no están disponibles a través de las cuotas; descubra cómo pedir su anuario a continuación****

Este año tenemos DOS métodos para pagar sus cuotas:

• EN PERSONA en el Salón 307 (Sra. Leveille) o en el Salón 310 (Sra. Grant).

  • Traiga su pago (en efectivo, cheque a nombre de "Westhill High School" o giro postal) en un sobre SELLADO etiquetado con su número de identificación de estudiante

  • Esté preparado para completar la información de toga y birrete al momento de la entrega

• EN LÍNEA (se aplican tarifas de servicio)

  • Debe tener una cuenta MySchoolBucks y asociar su número de estudiante a la cuenta

  • Si desea sus cuotas con una sudadera con capucha, debe agregar AMBAS a su carrito

  • Cuotas para estudiantes de último año:  https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQU5LQJY8AW

  • Sudadera con capucha: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBRH47A30MLE

  • Donación: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQZG0R9YFK0

Si tiene dificultades financieras, comuníquese con la Sra. Grant (cgrant@stamfordct.gov) o la Sra. Leveille (jleveille@stamfordct.gov) de inmediato.

Anuarios

Este año no puede comprar su Anuario junto con sus cuotas. Si desea comprar un Anuario, vaya a www.jostens.com y haga clic en "Shop Your School" para comenzar. Comuníquese con la Sra. Tobin (ktobin@stamfordct.gov) o la Sra. Tintle (ltintle@stamfordct.gov) si tiene alguna pregunta. ¡Los precios aumentan después del 28 de octubre!

Jostens

www.jostens.com

Explore los anillos personalizados de clase universitaria y secundaria de Jostens, anuarios personalizables, anillos de campeonato, productos de graduación y más para celebrar los grandes momentos de este año.

Senior Prom will be May 19th, 2023 at the Loading Dock in Stamford. Be on the lookout for upcoming details!

Coming up in April…

Join in the fun, Anytime!

Are you a WHS student who wants to work out, but doesn’t want to pay for a gym?

Students: GET YOUR FIT ON! 

The Westhill Fitness Center is open to all students after school from 2:20-3:20 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. PE staff will be there to assist with fitness routines and equipment instruction. No experience is necessary - bring water, bring a friend and get fit! Questions, email Mrs. Quattrocchi - cquattrocchi@stamfordct.gov 

Got a small fridge, or digital camera, 

you’d like to get rid of?

Yearbook is seeking the donation of a “dorm fridge,” AND ANY DIGITAL CAMERAS YOU ARE LOOKING TO GET RID OF! Gently used is fine! If anyone has any of those items and is looking to get rid of them, please email ktobin@stamfordct.gov, or leave a message at 977-5891. Pick-up from anywhere in Stamford can be arranged!

Ditching an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner?

If anyone would like to donate a new or used ultrasonic cleaner for the jewelry class, room 11, Mrs. Daher - it would be greatly appreciated!

Want to help WHS students and families address food insecurity?

Project  

The needs of our (Westhill High’s)  student population have grown.  To accommodate this growth we will continue with project backpack, and  new program has been created, Project Benevolence.

The program Project Backpack will continue with Westhill’s counselor Mindy Midy, as the contact person.   Project Backpack will return to its roots and have its focus be food distribution to these children.

If you would like to assist in this endeavor, please reach out to Mindy Midy directly. MMidy@stamfordct.gov   We are in need of sweatpants/leggings - NO YOUTH SIZES - please.

And introducing the new program….. Project Benevolence!!!

·         Project Benevolence (the new program) will be run by the team of teachers Jen Migiano, Josie Costa, and Christine Wheeler.  This program is designed to meet the following needs of these food-insecure children:

o   Toiletries

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/10UKWT98MYUP?ref_=wl_share

o   School supplies

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11GCAYOO0A1P1?ref_=wl_share

o   Shop Rite Gift cards

o   https://www.shopritedelivers.com/ShopRite-Gift-Cards-C1600.aspx

§  how to purchase shop rite gift cards for the children and ship directly to the school

o   Holiday & Special Occasion gift cards

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35BZ4RZRE4H08?ref_=wl_share

o   https://www.target.com/p/wrapped-gift-box-target-giftcard/-/A-79567780?preselect=81475310#lnk=sametab

§  how to order Target gift cards and ship them to Westhill high school

o   Snacks for the holidays

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3TE952R5XMDIQ?ref_=wl_share

o   Clothing (especially warm winter clothing!!!)

·         Ways to give:

o   You may donate  in any of these easy ways:

§  (and have shipped directly to the school) using the Amazon wish lists (links above) and/or directly from the vendor’s site

§  Via a donor choose project https://www.donorschoose.org/dr-mig 

·         How to not pay the automatic 15% overhead on Donors Choose website

§  Bring items (or money) to the school and drop them off at the main office and leave a note that they are for project Benevolence care of the teachers (Costa, Migiano or Wheeler)

o   To donate clothing (especially warm winter clothing) please drop off in the main office with a note for Jen Migiano in room 107 or have your child bring the clothes to room 107.

·         Please feel free to reach out to the lead teachers for any reason.  Our emails are linked below.

·         jmigaino@stamfordct.gov

·         jcosta@stamfordct.gov

·         cwheeler@stamfordct.gov

In our future issues…

Is this you…

“I can’t wait for more info!”

Exciting events in the new year!

Prom news, SAT news, and SO MUCH MORE!

THE MOST PRESSING NEWS!!!

Please support a Westhill legend in his cancer fight!

Nick Wright - former head of security at Westhill, Westhill grad, and track and field legend - is battling colon cancer. If you can, please support him in his fight. There is a GoFundMe page with more information. Every little bit helps!

Send a rose to your fave staff or student this Tuesday!

PLACE ORDER BY 9PM SUNDAY NIGHT!

The Class of 2024 apologizes to anyone that is struggling with the QR code to order a rose for their favorite student or staff member.

If that's you, you can use this link instead. Set-up a MySchoolBucks account and the "order a rose" option will be available to you! Questions or issues, reach out to Ms. English or Mr. McFillin - kenglish@stamfordct.gov, dmcfillin@stamfordct.gov.

https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5XPNWP03XQ129

I’ve altered the EBLAST Layout… check out sections by deadline, below!

Things Happening NOW!

BABY PICS and NOW AND THENS!

All seniors were sent an email from whsyearbook (to their school Gmails) with info on submitting BABY PHOTOS, and NOW AND THEN photos. Two more FREE chances to be in the yearbook! Seniors must submit NOW! Submission 

Form closes on Valentine’s Day!

LAS LINKS TESTING

Starting on February 7th the LAS Links Form F testing will be administered to all English Learners. This test measures student’s English Language Proficiency.  Students are tested on four domains (reading, writing, listening, and speaking). This test will determine what EL services student’s will require for the 2023-2024 school year. 

370 EL students who are enrolled in ESL will be taking the test during their scheduled ESL class.  The remaining 200 EL students will be scheduled to take the test during the school day in the media center during the week of February 22.  All stakeholders will be notified in advance of when students will be scheduled to take the test. 

LAS Links testing is to be completed by Friday, March 3.  If you have any questions or concerns about the testing, please contact Denise Grant at 203-977-5635 or email dgrant@stamfordct.gov.

The Seal of Biliteracy (SoB) is a special seal that you can have placed on your diploma to signify you are literate in English and another language.

The SoB tells colleges and the workforce that you have literacy skills in more than one language.

The window for applying for the Seal of Biliteracy for seniors closes on February 16.  No late applications will be accepted.

APPLICATION HERE.
 

Fun for the WHOLE family!

Tickets: https://pretix.eu/harlemwizards/stamford

Senior Ad Sales are now ENDED. If anyone is desperate to purchase/place an ad, contact Ms. Tobin ASAP.

The yearbook price has now maxed out at $100. It will not go down.

Order today to guarantee your copy!

SENIORS - you also need to order, if you want a yearbook!

1/28-on: Personalization is OVER, and Yearbook goes up to $100.

To order your yearbook TODAY, go to www.jostens.com 

and click "Shop Your School" to get started.

To check if you already ordered a yearbook, or with questions, email Ms. Tintle - ltintle@stamfordct.gov.

You Can Procrastinate a Little Longer…

(but only a LITTLE)

Are you in grade 12 and want to…

- View or order your photos?

- Pick up your ID card?

- Pick up your photo order?

Yearbook PORTRAITS/ID CARDS - Grade 12

To view your Senior Portraits:

1) Go to https://www.photographybyroman.net/senior-order-landing-page

2) Click "Westhill High School."

3) Enter your student ID number, and email address.

4) Bam! View/order your photos!

YEARBOOK PORTRAIT CHOICES - had to be made already. And students had the opportunity to check their choice with Ms. Tobin.

ID Cards: Were delivered. Didn’t get yours? Come to 432.

Portrait Orders: For seniors are shipped directly to your house, by the photo company.

Senior Dues

Is this you…

“I am a senior.”

ORDER your CAP/GOWN for Graduation!

The price keeps increasing! 

This year Senior Dues prices are as follows:

Senior Dues = $30 

Senior Dues WITH Hoodie = $60

***Please note that yearbooks are not available through Senior Dues - find out how to order your yearbook below****

This year we have TWO methods for paying your dues:

• IN PERSON in Room 307 (Ms. Leveille) or in Room 310 (Ms. Grant).

• Bring your payment (via cash, check made out to "Westhill High School", or money order) in a SEALED envelope labeled with your Student ID#

• Be prepared to fill out Cap & Gown information upon drop off

• ONLINE (service fees apply)

• You must have a MySchoolBucks account and associate your student number to the account

• If you want your dues with a hoodie, you must add BOTH to your cart

• Senior Dues: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQU5LQJY8AW 

• Hoodie: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBRH47A30MLE

• Donation: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQZG0R9YFK0

If you are experiencing financial difficulties please reach out to Ms. Grant (cgrant@stamfordct.gov) or Ms. Leveille (jleveille@stamfordct.gov) immediately!

Yearbooks

This year you are not able to purchase your Yearbook along with your Senior Dues.  If you would like to purchase a Yearbook, go to www.jostens.com and click "Shop Your School" to get started. Contact Ms. Tobin (ktobin@stamfordct.gov) or Ms. Tintle (ltintle@stamfordct.gov) with any questions. Prices increase after October 28th!

¡Finalmente está aquí! ¡Nuestro último año! ¡La caminata por ese escenario para obtener tu diploma está en la mira!

Este año los precios de las Cuotas Senior son los siguientes:

Cuotas = $ 30

Cuotas CON sudadera con capucha = $ 60

***Tenga en cuenta que los anuarios no están disponibles a través de las cuotas; descubra cómo pedir su anuario a continuación****

Este año tenemos DOS métodos para pagar sus cuotas:

• EN PERSONA en el Salón 307 (Sra. Leveille) o en el Salón 310 (Sra. Grant).

  • Traiga su pago (en efectivo, cheque a nombre de "Westhill High School" o giro postal) en un sobre SELLADO etiquetado con su número de identificación de estudiante

  • Esté preparado para completar la información de toga y birrete al momento de la entrega

• EN LÍNEA (se aplican tarifas de servicio)

  • Debe tener una cuenta MySchoolBucks y asociar su número de estudiante a la cuenta

  • Si desea sus cuotas con una sudadera con capucha, debe agregar AMBAS a su carrito

  • Cuotas para estudiantes de último año:  https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQU5LQJY8AW

  • Sudadera con capucha: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBRH47A30MLE

  • Donación: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQZG0R9YFK0

Si tiene dificultades financieras, comuníquese con la Sra. Grant (cgrant@stamfordct.gov) o la Sra. Leveille (jleveille@stamfordct.gov) de inmediato.

Anuarios

Este año no puede comprar su Anuario junto con sus cuotas. Si desea comprar un Anuario, vaya a www.jostens.com y haga clic en "Shop Your School" para comenzar. Comuníquese con la Sra. Tobin (ktobin@stamfordct.gov) o la Sra. Tintle (ltintle@stamfordct.gov) si tiene alguna pregunta. ¡Los precios aumentan después del 28 de octubre!

Jostens

www.jostens.com

Explore los anillos personalizados de clase universitaria y secundaria de Jostens, anuarios personalizables, anillos de campeonato, productos de graduación y más para celebrar los grandes momentos de este año.

Senior Prom will be May 19th, 2023 at the Loading Dock in Stamford. Be on the lookout for upcoming details!

Join in the fun, Anytime!

Are you a WHS student who wants to work out, but doesn’t want to pay for a gym?

Students: GET YOUR FIT ON! 

The Westhill Fitness Center is open to all students after school from 2:20-3:20 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. PE staff will be there to assist with fitness routines and equipment instruction. No experience is necessary - bring water, bring a friend and get fit! Questions, email Mrs. Quattrocchi - cquattrocchi@stamfordct.gov 

Got a small fridge, or digital camera, you’d like to get rid of?

Yearbook is seeking the donation of a “dorm fridge,” AND ANY DIGITAL CAMERAS YOU ARE LOOKING TO GET RID OF! Gently used is fine! If anyone has any of those items and is looking to get rid of them, please email ktobin@stamfordct.gov, or leave a message at 977-5891. Pick-up from anywhere in Stamford can be arranged!

Ditching an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner?

If anyone would like to donate a new or used ultrasonic cleaner for the jewelry class, room 11, Mrs. Daher - it would be greatly appreciated!

Want to help WHS students and families address food insecurity?

Project  

The needs of our (Westhill High’s)  student population have grown.  To accommodate this growth we will continue with project backpack, and  new program has been created, Project Benevolence.

The program Project Backpack will continue with Westhill’s counselor Mindy Midy, as the contact person.   Project Backpack will return to its roots and have its focus be food distribution to these children.

If you would like to assist in this endeavor, please reach out to Mindy Midy directly. MMidy@stamfordct.gov   We are in need of sweatpants/leggings - NO YOUTH SIZES - please.

And introducing the new program….. Project Benevolence!!!

·         Project Benevolence (the new program) will be run by the team of teachers Jen Migiano, Josie Costa, and Christine Wheeler.  This program is designed to meet the following needs of these food-insecure children:

o   Toiletries

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/10UKWT98MYUP?ref_=wl_share

o   School supplies

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11GCAYOO0A1P1?ref_=wl_share

o   Shop Rite Gift cards

o   https://www.shopritedelivers.com/ShopRite-Gift-Cards-C1600.aspx

§  how to purchase shop rite gift cards for the children and ship directly to the school

o   Holiday & Special Occasion gift cards

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35BZ4RZRE4H08?ref_=wl_share

o   https://www.target.com/p/wrapped-gift-box-target-giftcard/-/A-79567780?preselect=81475310#lnk=sametab

§  how to order Target gift cards and ship them to Westhill high school

o   Snacks for the holidays

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3TE952R5XMDIQ?ref_=wl_share

o   Clothing (especially warm winter clothing!!!)

·         Ways to give:

o   You may donate  in any of these easy ways:

§  (and have shipped directly to the school) using the Amazon wish lists (links above) and/or directly from the vendor’s site

§  Via a donor choose project https://www.donorschoose.org/dr-mig 

·         How to not pay the automatic 15% overhead on Donors Choose website

§  Bring items (or money) to the school and drop them off at the main office and leave a note that they are for project Benevolence care of the teachers (Costa, Migiano or Wheeler)

o   To donate clothing (especially warm winter clothing) please drop off in the main office with a note for Jen Migiano in room 107 or have your child bring the clothes to room 107.

·         Please feel free to reach out to the lead teachers for any reason.  Our emails are linked below.

·         jmigaino@stamfordct.gov

·         jcosta@stamfordct.gov

·         cwheeler@stamfordct.gov

In our future issues…

Is this you…

“I can’t wait for more info!”

Exciting events in the new year!

Prom news, SAT news, and SO MUCH MORE!

THE MOST PRESSING NEWS!!!

Please support a Westhill legend in his cancer fight!

Nick Wright - former head of security at Westhill, Westhill grad, and track and field legend - is battling colon cancer. If you can, please support him in his fight. There is a GoFundMe page with more information. Every little bit helps!

LAST CHANCE - Senior Ads must be purchased, photos uploaded, and designs done BY THURSDAY! 

ALL YEARBOOK ADS 

WERE ALREADY DUE ON 1/31! 

We have extended the deadline 

to THIS THURSDAY 2/9, but that’s it!

Ready to go? Start gathering some photos, think about your text, and build/buy your ad here: www.jostensadservice.com

I’ve altered the EBLAST Layout… check out sections by deadline, below!

Things Happening NOW!

BABY PICS and NOW AND THENS!

All seniors were sent an email from whsyearbook (to their school Gmails) with info on submitting BABY PHOTOS, and NOW AND THEN photos. Two more FREE chances to be in the yearbook! Seniors must submit NOW!

Mr. Otterspoor, your Friendly Neighborhood Tech Guy, would like to remind all students to RESTART THEIR LAPTOPS. It is important to restart at least once a week so updates can take effect.

Fun for the WHOLE family!

Tickets: https://pretix.eu/harlemwizards/stamford

The yearbook price has now maxed out at $100. It will not go down.

Order today to guarantee your copy!

SENIORS - you also need to order, if you want a yearbook!

1/28-on: Personalization is OVER, and Yearbook goes up to $100.

To order your yearbook TODAY, go to www.jostens.com 

and click "Shop Your School" to get started.

To check if you already ordered a yearbook, or with questions, email Ms. Tintle - ltintle@stamfordct.gov.

You Can Procrastinate a Little Longer…

(but only a LITTLE)

Are you in grade 12 and want to…

- View or order your photos?

- Pick up your ID card?

- Pick up your photo order?

Yearbook PORTRAITS/ID CARDS - Grade 12

To view your Senior Portraits:

1) Go to https://www.photographybyroman.net/senior-order-landing-page

2) Click "Westhill High School."

3) Enter your student ID number, and email address.

4) Bam! View/order your photos!

YEARBOOK PORTRAIT CHOICES - had to be made already. And students had the opportunity to check their choice with Ms. Tobin.

ID Cards: Were delivered. Didn’t get yours? Come to 432.

Portrait Orders: For seniors are shipped directly to your house, by the photo company.

Senior Dues

Is this you…

“I am a senior.”

ORDER your CAP/GOWN for Graduation!

The price keeps increasing! 

This year Senior Dues prices are as follows:

Senior Dues = $30 

Senior Dues WITH Hoodie = $60

***Please note that yearbooks are not available through Senior Dues - find out how to order your yearbook below****

This year we have TWO methods for paying your dues:

• IN PERSON in Room 307 (Ms. Leveille) or in Room 310 (Ms. Grant).

• Bring your payment (via cash, check made out to "Westhill High School", or money order) in a SEALED envelope labeled with your Student ID#

• Be prepared to fill out Cap & Gown information upon drop off

• ONLINE (service fees apply)

• You must have a MySchoolBucks account and associate your student number to the account

• If you want your dues with a hoodie, you must add BOTH to your cart

• Senior Dues: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQU5LQJY8AW 

• Hoodie: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBRH47A30MLE

• Donation: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQZG0R9YFK0

If you are experiencing financial difficulties please reach out to Ms. Grant (cgrant@stamfordct.gov) or Ms. Leveille (jleveille@stamfordct.gov) immediately!

Yearbooks

This year you are not able to purchase your Yearbook along with your Senior Dues.  If you would like to purchase a Yearbook, go to www.jostens.com and click "Shop Your School" to get started. Contact Ms. Tobin (ktobin@stamfordct.gov) or Ms. Tintle (ltintle@stamfordct.gov) with any questions. Prices increase after October 28th!

¡Finalmente está aquí! ¡Nuestro último año! ¡La caminata por ese escenario para obtener tu diploma está en la mira!

Este año los precios de las Cuotas Senior son los siguientes:

Cuotas = $ 30

Cuotas CON sudadera con capucha = $ 60

***Tenga en cuenta que los anuarios no están disponibles a través de las cuotas; descubra cómo pedir su anuario a continuación****

Este año tenemos DOS métodos para pagar sus cuotas:

• EN PERSONA en el Salón 307 (Sra. Leveille) o en el Salón 310 (Sra. Grant).

  • Traiga su pago (en efectivo, cheque a nombre de "Westhill High School" o giro postal) en un sobre SELLADO etiquetado con su número de identificación de estudiante

  • Esté preparado para completar la información de toga y birrete al momento de la entrega

• EN LÍNEA (se aplican tarifas de servicio)

  • Debe tener una cuenta MySchoolBucks y asociar su número de estudiante a la cuenta

  • Si desea sus cuotas con una sudadera con capucha, debe agregar AMBAS a su carrito

  • Cuotas para estudiantes de último año:  https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQU5LQJY8AW

  • Sudadera con capucha: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBRH47A30MLE

  • Donación: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZ5RG77V7PKPTC8_ZZ5WBQZG0R9YFK0

Si tiene dificultades financieras, comuníquese con la Sra. Grant (cgrant@stamfordct.gov) o la Sra. Leveille (jleveille@stamfordct.gov) de inmediato.

Anuarios

Este año no puede comprar su Anuario junto con sus cuotas. Si desea comprar un Anuario, vaya a www.jostens.com y haga clic en "Shop Your School" para comenzar. Comuníquese con la Sra. Tobin (ktobin@stamfordct.gov) o la Sra. Tintle (ltintle@stamfordct.gov) si tiene alguna pregunta. ¡Los precios aumentan después del 28 de octubre!

Jostens

www.jostens.com

Explore los anillos personalizados de clase universitaria y secundaria de Jostens, anuarios personalizables, anillos de campeonato, productos de graduación y más para celebrar los grandes momentos de este año.

Senior Prom will be May 19th, 2023 at the Loading Dock in Stamford. Be on the lookout for upcoming details!

Join in the fun, Anytime!

Are you a WHS student who wants to work out, but doesn’t want to pay for a gym?

Students: GET YOUR FIT ON! 

The Westhill Fitness Center is open to all students after school from 2:20-3:20 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. PE staff will be there to assist with fitness routines and equipment instruction. No experience is necessary - bring water, bring a friend and get fit! Questions, email Mrs. Quattrocchi - cquattrocchi@stamfordct.gov 

Got a small fridge, or digital camera, you’d like to get rid of?

Yearbook is seeking the donation of a “dorm fridge,” AND ANY DIGITAL CAMERAS YOU ARE LOOKING TO GET RID OF! Gently used is fine! If anyone has any of those items and is looking to get rid of them, please email ktobin@stamfordct.gov, or leave a message at 977-5891. Pick-up from anywhere in Stamford can be arranged!

Ditching an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner?

If anyone would like to donate a new or used ultrasonic cleaner for the jewelry class, room 11, Mrs. Daher - it would be greatly appreciated!

Want to help WHS students and families address food insecurity?

Project  

The needs of our (Westhill High’s)  student population have grown.  To accommodate this growth we will continue with project backpack, and  new program has been created, Project Benevolence.

The program Project Backpack will continue with Westhill’s counselor Mindy Midy, as the contact person.   Project Backpack will return to its roots and have its focus be food distribution to these children.

If you would like to assist in this endeavor, please reach out to Mindy Midy directly. MMidy@stamfordct.gov   We are in need of sweatpants/leggings - NO YOUTH SIZES - please.

And introducing the new program….. Project Benevolence!!!

·         Project Benevolence (the new program) will be run by the team of teachers Jen Migiano, Josie Costa, and Christine Wheeler.  This program is designed to meet the following needs of these food-insecure children:

o   Toiletries

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/10UKWT98MYUP?ref_=wl_share

o   School supplies

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11GCAYOO0A1P1?ref_=wl_share

o   Shop Rite Gift cards

o   https://www.shopritedelivers.com/ShopRite-Gift-Cards-C1600.aspx

§  how to purchase shop rite gift cards for the children and ship directly to the school

o   Holiday & Special Occasion gift cards

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35BZ4RZRE4H08?ref_=wl_share

o   https://www.target.com/p/wrapped-gift-box-target-giftcard/-/A-79567780?preselect=81475310#lnk=sametab

§  how to order Target gift cards and ship them to Westhill high school

o   Snacks for the holidays

o   https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3TE952R5XMDIQ?ref_=wl_share

o   Clothing (especially warm winter clothing!!!)

·         Ways to give:

o   You may donate  in any of these easy ways:

§  (and have shipped directly to the school) using the Amazon wish lists (links above) and/or directly from the vendor’s site

§  Via a donor choose project https://www.donorschoose.org/dr-mig 

·         How to not pay the automatic 15% overhead on Donors Choose website

§  Bring items (or money) to the school and drop them off at the main office and leave a note that they are for project Benevolence care of the teachers (Costa, Migiano or Wheeler)

o   To donate clothing (especially warm winter clothing) please drop off in the main office with a note for Jen Migiano in room 107 or have your child bring the clothes to room 107.

·         Please feel free to reach out to the lead teachers for any reason.  Our emails are linked below.

·         jmigaino@stamfordct.gov

·         jcosta@stamfordct.gov

·         cwheeler@stamfordct.gov

In our future issues…

Is this you…

“I can’t wait for more info!”

Exciting events in the new year!

Prom news, SAT news, and SO MUCH MORE!