West Hempstead Union Free School District

#WHe will be hosting our Community event today. The weather report appears to be in our favor. #WHe will begin at 12:30 pm. #WHe hope to see you at the Secondary School!

Please note that the event is weather-dependent, so in case of rain, we will unfortunately have to reschedule. We will have an update tomorrow morning. Join us this Wednesday, August 30th, from 12 pm to 3 pm for a delightful community gathering filled with joy and camaraderie! Indulge in an array of exciting games, connect with fellow community members, and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of literature through our book swap event. And since no summer gathering is complete without some sweet treats, savor delectable ice cream (kosher option) as you make memories and forge new friendships. Take advantage of this opportunity to share laughter, stories, and delightful moments with your neighbors. We can't wait to see you there!

And we are underway! 🚀 #WHe welcomes our newest #RamFam members! Ms. Reilly is leading them in quality discussions around our values, beliefs, and objectives.

Join us this Wednesday, August 30th, from 12 pm to 3 pm for a delightful community gathering filled with joy and camaraderie! Indulge in an array of exciting games, connect with fellow community members, and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of literature through our book swap event. And what's a summer gathering without some sweet treats? Savor delectable ice cream (kosher option) as you make memories and forge new friendships. Take advantage of this opportunity to share laughter, stories, and delightful moments with your neighbors. We can't wait to see you there!

#WHe have a few seats left for preK. If you know anyone who has a child born between 12/1/18 and 12/1/19 have them call 516-390-3150.

#WHe are looking for a secondary school nurse, teaching assistant, and a district treasurer. See attached for more. Come join the #RamFam!

Join us on Wednesday, August 30th, from 12 pm to 3 pm for a delightful community gathering filled with joy and camaraderie! Indulge in an array of exciting games, connect with fellow community members, and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of literature through our book swap event. And what's a summer gathering without some sweet treats? Savor delectable ice cream (kosher option) as you make memories and forge new friendships. Take advantage of this opportunity to share laughter, stories, and delightful moments with your neighbors. We can't wait to see you there!

Interested in becoming a data analyst? #WHe want you to join the #RamFam! See graphic for more.

Join us on Wednesday, August 30th, from 12 pm to 3 pm for a delightful community gathering filled with joy and camaraderie! Indulge in an array of exciting games, connect with fellow community members, and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of literature through our book swap event. And what's a summer gathering without some sweet treats? Savor delectable ice cream (kosher option) as you make memories and forge new friendships. Take advantage of this opportunity to share laughter, stories, and delightful moments with your neighbors. We can't wait to see you there!

Shoutout to the staff of the ESY program led by our very own Kelly Byrne! #WHe @NassauBOCES @WHSEPTARocks @WHSEPTA @wh_pps

So many choices, so little time. What are you reading? #SummerRead2023 #ReadWriteThinkCriticallyDaily

Please visit their website whepta.memberhub.com to sign up for membership for the year. Just $10 ($15 for a household) pays your dues for the entire school year. Also visit their website to order magnets as well as our NEW item, Croc jibbitz! If you have not done so already, don’t forget to order your child(ren)’s school supplies on www.schooltoolbox.com. (Entering the WH zip code, 11552, may be the easiest way to find your child’s school.) Our spiritwear stores are already open! Each school has their own link below. But HURRY, the stores won’t be open for long! Chestnut: https://chestnutstreetschool23.itemorder.com/shop/sale/ Cornwell: https://cornwellaveschool2023.itemorder.com/shop/sale/ George Washington: https://georgewashingtonschool23.itemorder.com/shop/sale/ #WHe

Our visit to Camp Invention was a powerful reaffirmation of our commitment to the fundamental principles of designing effective learning experiences. Witnessing the innovative and engaging activities tailored for young RamMinds, we were reminded of the significance of hands-on exploration, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving in fostering a genuine passion for learning. The camp's emphasis on curiosity-driven exploration and real-world application aligned seamlessly with our belief that education should inspire curiosity, empower creativity, and cultivate skills far beyond the classroom. This experience reinforced our unwavering dedication to crafting learning environments that nurture each student's intellectual and imaginative growth, igniting a lifelong love for learning. #WHe @WHChestnut @CornwellAveES @WHGWashington @wh_secondary @whathleticsdept @WhufsdD @WHHumanities @FpcaWest @WH_ENL @WHRamTech

Come "serve" the RamFam! #WHe are looking for a JV Volleyball coach. #RamPride

The fall season for athletics for grades 7 and 8 begins on Tuesday, September 5th. Please refer to the athletics homepage on the district's website, https://www.whufsd.com/o/whhs/page/athletics. On the website there is information about the start dates for each sport for the 23-24 school year, the SportsYou code for each team, the practice schedule for the beginning of the season, etc. Family ID (online registration) for the fall sports season for grades 7&8 will be open until August 20th (8:00pm). Please do not wait to register- it’s to your advantage to register early. The nurse is the only person to clear students to participate in athletics. The remaining dates the nurse will be in is August 21st, and August 22nd from 8:30am-1:30pm. AFTER AUGUST 22ND THERE WILL NOT BE A NURSE AVAILABLE TO CLEAR STUDENTS. There is no need to see the nurse unless you need to speak to her about a specific question or drop off medication for your child. Physical forms should be uploaded to FamilyID. Please check the status of your child's physical. Students need a valid physical to participate in athletics. If you do not have a valid physical or are cleared by the nurse, you cannot start the season. There is a New York State practice requirement to participate in a game. All sports require 6 practices with the exception of football, it’s 10 practices. The following teams are still looking for students to join: - Football - Cross country - Girls soccer - Cheerleading If you have any questions, please email me at cmistretta@whufsd.com.

The fall season for athletics for grades 9-12 begins on Monday, August 21st for football and all the other fall sports begin on Monday, August 28th. Please refer to the athletics homepage on the district's website, https://www.whufsd.com/o/whhs/page/athletics. On the website there is information about the start dates for each sport for the 23-24 school year, the SportsYou code for each team, the practice schedule for the beginning of the season, etc. Family ID (online registration) for the fall sports season for grades 9-12 will be open until August 22nd (8:00am). Please do not wait to register- it’s to your advantage to register early. The nurse is the only person to clear students to participate in athletics. The remaining dates the nurse will be in is August 21st, and August 22nd from 8:30am-1:30pm. AFTER AUGUST 22ND THERE WILL NOT BE A NURSE AVAILABLE TO CLEAR STUDENTS. There is no need to see the nurse unless you need to speak to her about a specific question or drop off medication for your child. Physical forms should be uploaded to FamilyID. Please check the status of your child's physical. Students need a valid physical to participate in athletics. If your child needs a physical, please contact your physician as soon as possible or your child can get a physical when the school doctor is in on August 21st. You need to bring in the permission slip to see the school doctor and hand it in to the nurse and arrive by 9:00am. The nurse needs to take your child's vital signs prior to the doctor's arrival. The doctor will be in at 9:45am. If you do not have a valid physical or are cleared by the nurse, you cannot start the season. There is a New York State practice requirement to participate in a game. All sports require 6 practices with the exception of football, it’s 10 practices. The following teams are still looking for students to join: - Football JV & V - Girls swimming - Girls tennis - Cheerleading JV & V - Boys soccer JV & V - Cross country - Girls soccer If you have any questions, please email me at cmistretta@whufsd.com.

Join the RamFam! "WHe" are looking for a nurse and Spanish teacher to join our @wh_secondaryschool team for the 23-24 school year and beyond. #RamPride

The Mets and Yankees are not playing well. The USAWNT is out of the World Cup. It's a great time to pick up a book. What are you reading? #SummerRead2023 #ReadWriteThinkCriticallyDaily

West Hempstead's 2023-2024 calendar is now available on the district's website! #WHeAreOne

We have had a stretch of beautiful days recently. How many books have you read during that time? #SummerRead2023 #ReadWriteThinkCriticallyDaily