AP Human Geography Students Showcase Inquiry, Research & Scholarship
West Hempstead Secondary School AP Human Geography students are taking part in a remarkable interdisciplinary project-based learning initiative, designed and launched through our district's PLC collegial professional development model under the leadership of Ms. Geiger.
Students explore 12 major eras of human history, using age-appropriate children's literature as an entry point into complex historical themes. Each student group selects one era, identifies an enduring issue of significance, and analyzes it through multiple lenses — including Culture, Economy, Government, Society, and Technology.
Drawing on their analysis, students develop thesis-driven research papers, utilizing Khanmigo's AI-powered writing coach for structured academic support throughout the drafting and revision process. The initiative culminates in a Socratic seminar, where students present their findings and engage in thoughtful scholarly dialogue.
This initiative reflects the West Hempstead UFSD's deep commitment to inquiry-driven, student-centered learning — and stands as a testament to the creativity and dedication of our teachers and the intellectual courage of our students.
WHe are RamProud. 🐏
West Hempstead Secondary School AP Human Geography students are taking part in a remarkable interdisciplinary project-based learning initiative, designed and launched through our district's PLC collegial professional development model under the leadership of Ms. Geiger.
Students explore 12 major eras of human history, using age-appropriate children's literature as an entry point into complex historical themes. Each student group selects one era, identifies an enduring issue of significance, and analyzes it through multiple lenses — including Culture, Economy, Government, Society, and Technology.
Drawing on their analysis, students develop thesis-driven research papers, utilizing Khanmigo's AI-powered writing coach for structured academic support throughout the drafting and revision process. The initiative culminates in a Socratic seminar, where students present their findings and engage in thoughtful scholarly dialogue.
This initiative reflects the West Hempstead UFSD's deep commitment to inquiry-driven, student-centered learning — and stands as a testament to the creativity and dedication of our teachers and the intellectual courage of our students.
WHe are RamProud. 🐏
🎭 West Hempstead Drama Club presents Curtains — the musical comedy whodunit! 🔍
📅 March 12, 13 & 14, 2026 @ 7PM
📍 400 Nassau Blvd Auditorium
🎟️ $10 advance / $12 door
📞 516-390-3272
#WheRiseTogether @FPCAWest
📅 March 12, 13 & 14, 2026 @ 7PM
📍 400 Nassau Blvd Auditorium
🎟️ $10 advance / $12 door
📞 516-390-3272
#WheRiseTogether @FPCAWest
All in a Day at @WHGWashington 🖤💛
Step inside @WHGWashington on any given day and you'll find learning happening in every corner. Students are gathered in the library, discovering the inspiring story of Katherine Johnson, mathematician and NASA pioneer. In classrooms, young writers are bent over notebooks, pencils moving, ideas flowing. Across the building, students are researching on their Chromebooks — connecting digital tools to real-world understanding — while others are quietly absorbed in a great book during independent reading.
Reading. Writing. Researching. Presenting. It's all happening — and it's all happening every single day.
WHe are incredibly proud of the students and staff at @WHGWashington for bringing learning to life in such meaningful ways. This is what it means to rise together.
🖤💛 #WHeRiseTogether
Step inside @WHGWashington on any given day and you'll find learning happening in every corner. Students are gathered in the library, discovering the inspiring story of Katherine Johnson, mathematician and NASA pioneer. In classrooms, young writers are bent over notebooks, pencils moving, ideas flowing. Across the building, students are researching on their Chromebooks — connecting digital tools to real-world understanding — while others are quietly absorbed in a great book during independent reading.
Reading. Writing. Researching. Presenting. It's all happening — and it's all happening every single day.
WHe are incredibly proud of the students and staff at @WHGWashington for bringing learning to life in such meaningful ways. This is what it means to rise together.
🖤💛 #WHeRiseTogether
🍕 Support West Hempstead seniors! Dine at Gino's Pizzeria on the 1st Wednesday of each month (Jan 7-May 6) & 10% of proceeds go to WHCSF scholarships. Present this flyer—excludes delivery/coupons. 619 Woodfield Rd | (516) 292-0062 #CommunityFirst
Celebrating Differences & Developing Deep Thinkers at @CornwellAveES 🖤💛
This week, @CornwellAveES brought learning to life with a meaningful lesson on recognizing and accepting differences — a cornerstone of the caring, inclusive community WHe strive to build each and every day in West Hempstead Union Free School District.
Using Todd Parr's It's Okay to Be Different as an anchor text, teachers guided students through thoughtful discussions on identity, empathy, and belonging. The lesson was enriched by a focus on the Habit of Mind: Questioning and Problem Posing, empowering students to ask better questions, consider others' perspectives, and think critically about the world around them.
From whole-group instruction and interactive scenarios to small-group collaboration and exit-ticket reflections, students were actively engaged at every stage of learning — building the social-emotional and critical-thinking skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.
This is what student-centered education looks like. This is what it means to invest in the whole child. And this is why, in West Hempstead, #WHeRiseTogether. 🖤💛
This week, @CornwellAveES brought learning to life with a meaningful lesson on recognizing and accepting differences — a cornerstone of the caring, inclusive community WHe strive to build each and every day in West Hempstead Union Free School District.
Using Todd Parr's It's Okay to Be Different as an anchor text, teachers guided students through thoughtful discussions on identity, empathy, and belonging. The lesson was enriched by a focus on the Habit of Mind: Questioning and Problem Posing, empowering students to ask better questions, consider others' perspectives, and think critically about the world around them.
From whole-group instruction and interactive scenarios to small-group collaboration and exit-ticket reflections, students were actively engaged at every stage of learning — building the social-emotional and critical-thinking skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.
This is what student-centered education looks like. This is what it means to invest in the whole child. And this is why, in West Hempstead, #WHeRiseTogether. 🖤💛
🌟 Join the RamPathways Team! 🌟
West Hempstead UFSD is looking for dedicated educators and professionals to support our students in the RamPathways 21st Century Learning Program this spring! If you're passionate about fostering successful learning outcomes and strengths-based development, we want to hear from you.
Open Positions (Grades K-6):
Site Coordinators: Lead day-to-day operations, collaborate with staff, and engage with families ($110/per diem).
ELA Instructors: Provide targeted, small-group academic intervention focused on State Standards ($105/per diem).
Math Instructors: Deliver individual and group-based math support and lesson planning ($105/per diem).
Youth Development & Enrichment Instructors: Lead activities in Arts, Sports, STEM, and SEL ($105/per diem).
School Registered Nurse: Must be licensed and registered to provide after-school health support ($105/per diem).
Program Details:
Dates: April 13 – May 21, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Thursday (After-school)
Hours: 1 hour, 45 minutes per day
Location: TBD within West Hempstead UFSD
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest by March 13, 2026. 👉 Apply online at: www.olasjobs.org ✉️ Attention: Chienne White, RamPathways Program Director
West Hempstead UFSD is looking for dedicated educators and professionals to support our students in the RamPathways 21st Century Learning Program this spring! If you're passionate about fostering successful learning outcomes and strengths-based development, we want to hear from you.
Open Positions (Grades K-6):
Site Coordinators: Lead day-to-day operations, collaborate with staff, and engage with families ($110/per diem).
ELA Instructors: Provide targeted, small-group academic intervention focused on State Standards ($105/per diem).
Math Instructors: Deliver individual and group-based math support and lesson planning ($105/per diem).
Youth Development & Enrichment Instructors: Lead activities in Arts, Sports, STEM, and SEL ($105/per diem).
School Registered Nurse: Must be licensed and registered to provide after-school health support ($105/per diem).
Program Details:
Dates: April 13 – May 21, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Thursday (After-school)
Hours: 1 hour, 45 minutes per day
Location: TBD within West Hempstead UFSD
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest by March 13, 2026. 👉 Apply online at: www.olasjobs.org ✉️ Attention: Chienne White, RamPathways Program Director
Read Across America Day & A New Way to Read!
WHe had a spectacular Read Across America Day at @WHChestnut! The school was buzzing with excitement as guest readers joined our classes to share the gift of literacy.
WHe are also thrilled to announce the arrival of our new RAMS Book Vending Machine! Thanks to the advocacy and support of Senator Bynoe, our students now have a fun, interactive way to select and keep their very own books.
Thank you to our staff, our guests, and Senator Bynoe for helping our RAMS rise through the power of reading! 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether
WHe had a spectacular Read Across America Day at @WHChestnut! The school was buzzing with excitement as guest readers joined our classes to share the gift of literacy.
WHe are also thrilled to announce the arrival of our new RAMS Book Vending Machine! Thanks to the advocacy and support of Senator Bynoe, our students now have a fun, interactive way to select and keep their very own books.
Thank you to our staff, our guests, and Senator Bynoe for helping our RAMS rise through the power of reading! 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether
Dear West Hempstead UFSD Community,
Please take a moment to review our Revised 2025-2026 School Year Calendar. Due to school closures this winter caused by snow days.
Key updates include changes to the following make-up days: May 22, April 10, and April 1. Please note that additional modifications may be made as needed due to future weather or emergency closings.
We encourage all families to review the updated calendar carefully and plan accordingly. The revised calendar is available on the District website.
Thank you for your continued flexibility and support as we work to provide the best possible education for our students.
Warm regards,
West Hempstead Union Free School District
Please take a moment to review our Revised 2025-2026 School Year Calendar. Due to school closures this winter caused by snow days.
Key updates include changes to the following make-up days: May 22, April 10, and April 1. Please note that additional modifications may be made as needed due to future weather or emergency closings.
We encourage all families to review the updated calendar carefully and plan accordingly. The revised calendar is available on the District website.
Thank you for your continued flexibility and support as we work to provide the best possible education for our students.
Warm regards,
West Hempstead Union Free School District
WH Students Shine at Nassau All-County Art Exhibition 🏆
West Hempstead UFSD is proud to celebrate the talented young artists who were selected to display their original work at this year's Nassau All-County Art Exhibition, sponsored by the Art Supervisors Association.
This prestigious district-wide exhibit recognized exceptional work across all grade levels, media, and styles. Our students represented West Hempstead Secondary School and George Washington School with creativity, technical skill, and remarkable artistic vision.
Featured works included everything from richly detailed colored pencil market scenes and expressive graphite portraits to bold pop-art compositions, intricate zentangle-inspired mandalas, imaginative watercolor fantasy landscapes, and strikingly realistic still-life balloon drawings.
Congratulations to all participating student artists and to their dedicated art teachers for cultivating an environment where imagination thrives.
🔗 Follow the latest news: @wh_secondary | @FPCAWest
#WHeRiseAbove #NassauAllCounty #WHArt #WestHempsteadUFSD
🏫 Save the Date! Battle of the Schools is BACK!
📅 Friday, March 6 | 6-8 PM
📍 West Hempstead Secondary School South Gym
🎟️ $5 advance | $10 door
All proceeds support WHEA Scholarship Fund for West Hempstead seniors. See you there! 🎓
#BattleOfTheSchools #WestHempstead
📅 Friday, March 6 | 6-8 PM
📍 West Hempstead Secondary School South Gym
🎟️ $5 advance | $10 door
All proceeds support WHEA Scholarship Fund for West Hempstead seniors. See you there! 🎓
#BattleOfTheSchools #WestHempstead
"I think about group work and teamwork in our community. We get to do that in the classroom and during recess when we play team sports like soccer."
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#WHeRiseTogether: From Long Island to Albany — #WHe're Just Getting Started
For the first time in school history, West Hempstead Secondary School was invited to participate in the prestigious Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute — and #WHe showed up in a BIG way. 🖤💛
This year's theme, "Democracy in the Age of A.I.," challenged students to explore the intersection of technology and civic responsibility. Two of our finest scholars, Edin Morales Gomez (Senior) and Wilder Castro-Fuentes (Junior), represented our district as part of the Long Island Delegation — studying NYS legislation, the democratic process, and the impact of AI alongside 70 students from Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
Through four full-day trainings, they sharpened their advocacy and public speaking skills, celebrated their multilingual identities, and connected with peers and high-level mentors in government across New York State.
Out of 70 Long Island delegates competing for just 45 spots at the Statewide Institute… WHe are proud to announce that Wilder Castro-Fuentes has been selected. 🖤💛
Wilder will travel to Albany, April 18–20, 2026, to represent West Hempstead at the NYS Capitol — and not just as a delegate. Wilder was also selected for a Specialty Role during the Mock Assembly, where he will debate live legislation on the floor of the actual State Assembly Chamber.
This is what leadership looks like. This is what West Hempstead looks like. #WHeRiseTogether
@WH_ENL | @wh_secondary
For the first time in school history, West Hempstead Secondary School was invited to participate in the prestigious Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute — and #WHe showed up in a BIG way. 🖤💛
This year's theme, "Democracy in the Age of A.I.," challenged students to explore the intersection of technology and civic responsibility. Two of our finest scholars, Edin Morales Gomez (Senior) and Wilder Castro-Fuentes (Junior), represented our district as part of the Long Island Delegation — studying NYS legislation, the democratic process, and the impact of AI alongside 70 students from Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
Through four full-day trainings, they sharpened their advocacy and public speaking skills, celebrated their multilingual identities, and connected with peers and high-level mentors in government across New York State.
Out of 70 Long Island delegates competing for just 45 spots at the Statewide Institute… WHe are proud to announce that Wilder Castro-Fuentes has been selected. 🖤💛
Wilder will travel to Albany, April 18–20, 2026, to represent West Hempstead at the NYS Capitol — and not just as a delegate. Wilder was also selected for a Specialty Role during the Mock Assembly, where he will debate live legislation on the floor of the actual State Assembly Chamber.
This is what leadership looks like. This is what West Hempstead looks like. #WHeRiseTogether
@WH_ENL | @wh_secondary
🎶 Congrats to Benjamin Mora & Tzenul Jaramillo for being selected for the 2026 Tilles Festival Band! Chosen from nearly 300 nominations across 50+ Long Island high schools, these 128 students will perform at the 18th Annual LIU Post Band Festival! 🎺 #WHeRiseTogether
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible grounds and facilities crew for going above and beyond to ensure a safe return for our students and staff! 💪❄️
Busted hoses, faulty snow blowers, and transmissions on the fritz? Not even close to enough to stop them from getting the job done! Their dedication and hard work across all of our buildings —
🐏 @WHChestnut
🐏 @CornwellAveES
🐏 @WHGWashington
🐏 @wh_secondary
— is a true testament to what we're all about. #WHe are so grateful for everything you do behind the scenes to keep our school community safe!
#RamPride #WheRiseTogether #ThankYou #Unsung 🦸
Dear School Community,
Due to the weather conditions, all schools in our district will be closed on Tuesday, February 24.
This closure includes:
All regular school instruction
Before-school programs
After-school activities and programs
Evening events
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.
WHe will now have school on Wednesday, April 1.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Sincerely,
The West Hempstead UFSD
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Dear School Community,
Due to the weather conditions, all schools in our district will be closed on Monday, February 23.
This closure includes:
All regular school instruction
Before-school programs
After-school activities and programs
Evening events
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.
WHe will now have school on Friday, April 10.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Sincerely,
The West Hempstead UFSD
Due to the weather conditions, all schools in our district will be closed on Monday, February 23.
This closure includes:
All regular school instruction
Before-school programs
After-school activities and programs
Evening events
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.
WHe will now have school on Friday, April 10.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Sincerely,
The West Hempstead UFSD
Tough loss. Congratulations to Seaford and congratulations to our team on a terrific year.
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