"Never be limited by other people's limited imaginations." - Dr. Mae Jemison (born 1956), who made history as the first African American woman to travel in space aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992.
Other people's doubts or limitations shouldn't define your potential. Throughout history, great achievements have come from people who dared to dream beyond what others thought possible. Your goals and aspirations should be based on your own vision for your life, not on others' expectations or fears. Listen to advice, but don't let anyone's skepticism diminish your dreams.
Congratulations to @wh_secondary senior Sophia Ciminera for being featured as a News 12 Scholar Athlete! #WHe are proud of her for being one of several Rams student-athletes to earn this distinction in the past four years! Watch the full feature here: https://longisland.news12.com/scholar-athlete-sophia-ciminera-west-hempstead-hs
📖✍️ Powerful voices emerged today as our 6th graders shared their personal narratives! From drafting to publishing, these young authors poured their hearts into stories that matter. So proud of their growth as writers! #StudentVoices #WHe @WHGWashington
The 2025-2026 calendar has been published. You can visit the website, www.whufsd.com, navigate to calendars, and find a clean copy there. #WHe
Our amazing students transformed into centenarians today to celebrate 100 days of learning and growing together! 👵🧓 From bow ties to pearls, they showed their creative spirit while marking this special milestone. #100thDayOfSchool #WHe @WHChestnut
🍕 Support @wh_secondary band on their journey to DC! Join us at Gino's Pizza (619 Woodfield Rd) this Wed, 2/12, 4-8PM. A portion of your purchase helps send our musicians to march in the National Memorial Day Parade. Just show this flyer! 🎭🎺 #WHe #SupportTheArts @FPCAWest
Exciting news! The @wh_secondary Marching Band, led by Benjamin Coleman, will perform in the National Memorial Day Parade in D.C. in May 2025! Our students will honor veterans alongside bands from across the U.S. Let's support them as they prepare for this incredible event! #WHe
"The cost of liberty is less than the price of repression." - W.E.B. Du Bois (1868-1963), the first African American to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard University and co-founder of the NAACP.
Standing up for what's right often requires courage and may come with challenges, but the alternative – staying silent in the face of injustice – carries a much heavier burden. This applies to many situations in life, from standing up to bullying to speaking up when you see someone being treated unfairly. Your voice and actions matter, and using them to support justice and equality benefits everyone.
🏀 Our amazing students @CornwellAveES are jumping into heart-healthy fun! From bean bag tosses to jump shots, they're staying active while learning about heart health and helping others. Proud of our young athletes making a difference! #HoopsForHeart #KidsHeartChallenge 💪❤️#WHe
🍕 Support @wh_secondary band on their journey to DC! Join us at Gino's Pizza (619 Woodfield Rd) this Wed, 2/12, 4-8PM. A portion of your purchase helps send our musicians to march in the National Memorial Day Parade. Just show this flyer! 🎭🎺 #WHe #SupportTheArts @FPCAWest
Purple pride is filling our halls today! 💜 Students are spreading messages of hope, strength & belonging through colorful post-its and meaningful connections. Every person matters, you are never alone. #PSILoveYouDay #MentalHealthMatters @wh_secondary #WHe
"Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly." - Langston Hughes (1902-1967), a pioneering poet and leader of the Harlem Renaissance who celebrated Black life and culture through his innovative jazz poetry.
Dreams give our lives direction and purpose. They motivate us to push beyond our comfort zones and strive for something greater. Without dreams and aspirations, we limit our potential and possibly miss out on extraordinary opportunities. Your dreams don't have to be grand or world-changing – they just need to be meaningful to you and inspire you to grow.
Kick-off Super Bowl Sunday w/pancakes & community spirit! 🥞🎉 Join the WH Lions Club Pancake Breakfast on Feb. 9th from 8:30-11:30 AM @wh_secondary (South Campus Cafe).
✅ All-you-can-eat breakfast
✅ Raffle baskets
✅ Bring a toiletry item for @TheINNLongIsland
#WHLionsClub 🦁
"Whatever we believe about ourselves and our ability comes true for us." - Shirley Chisholm (1924-2005), who made history as the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first woman to run for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination.
Your mindset plays a crucial role in determining your outcomes. When you believe in your capabilities, you're more likely to persevere through challenges and take positive actions toward your goals. This doesn't mean everything will be easy, but your belief in yourself will give you the strength to keep going when things get difficult. Start each day by affirming your abilities and potential.
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🏆 Moot Court Champions! Our legal eagles soared at Nassau County Supreme Court, showcasing jaw-dropping legal skills and courtroom mastery. Proud of our advocates who turned preparation into pure victory! #LegalExcellence #WHe @wh_secondary @GuercioLaw
"I have learned that success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which one has overcome while trying to succeed." - Mary McLeod Bethune (1875-1955), who founded Bethune-Cookman University and served as an advisor to President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
True success isn't about reaching a specific destination – it's about the character you build along the way. Every challenge you face is an opportunity to develop persistence, creativity, and resilience. These qualities will serve you far better in life than any single achievement. Consider how your struggles have shaped you into a stronger, more capable person.
From classroom to boardroom! Our students toured @NYLife's iconic HQ, exploring the golden dome & getting an inside look at one of America's largest insurance companies. Real-world learning at its finest! 🏢✨ #CareerEducation #WHe @HomeNCareers11 @whufsdd @wh_secondary
#WHe are proud to celebrate our nine student musicians who participated in the Nassau Music Educators Association’s All-County ensembles! In addition to their All-County accomplishment, three students were also selected to perform in the Long Island String Festival Association’s festivals!
