Our students are officially diving into the Game Jam, taking on the challenge to design games that make our roads safer. Whether they’re coding from the perspective of a city planner, a cyclist, or a driver, the goal is the same: educate, engage, and empower.
Huge shoutout to Ms. Brito for stopping by Ms. Weinstein’s class today! 🇩🇴✨
We took a deep dive into the rich history and soulful rhythms of Bachata in the Dominican Republic. Our students didn't just learn about the music; they felt the culture!
For the 3rd year in a row, West Hempstead Secondary School has earned a spot on the AP School Honor Roll! Not only did we secure Silver overall, but we’ve maintained a GOLD streak in College Credit.
Congratulations to the 2025-26 Valedictorian, Victoria Hasan, and Salutatorian, Valerie Schreck! Your incredible hard work and dedication have officially reached the top of the class.
Tonight was more than just a game—it was a celebration of years of hard work, grit, and brotherhood. A massive shoutout to our Boys Varsity Basketball Seniors for their incredible leadership and for leaving it all on the court for Senior Night!
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Energy Performance Contract Approved: $12.86M Facilities Upgrade with Zero Tax Impact
The West Hempstead Union Free School District is pleased to announce the approval of a comprehensive Energy Performance Contract (EPC)—a transformative facilities modernization project that will upgrade aging infrastructure, improve student and staff comfort, and dramatically reduce energy costs without any new capital funding or tax increase.
Project Overview
The EPC represents a $12.86 million investment in our schools, addressing critical mechanical systems, energy efficiency, and sustainability goals. Through guaranteed energy savings and rebates totaling $1.57 million, the District will fund these essential upgrades over an 18-year term while realizing $556,000 in average annual savings and reducing energy consumption by 54%.
Scope of Work
This district-wide project includes:
Mechanical & Heating System Improvements: Replacement of aging boilers and domestic hot water systems, fuel switching for improved efficiency, new rooftop units and ventilators, and system optimizations
Building Controls & Energy Management: Upgraded automation systems for better temperature, ventilation, and humidity control, plus enhanced monitoring to reduce waste
Building Envelope & Infrastructure: Targeted improvements to insulation, system efficiency, and correction of deferred maintenance items
Renewable Energy & Lighting: Over $4.39 million in rooftop solar installations across district buildings and new energy-efficient LED exterior lighting
Benefits to Our Community
This budget-neutral project delivers multiple benefits:
Improved comfort and learning environments for students and staff
Increased reliability of mechanical systems
Reduced operating costs and energy consumption
Lower environmental impact and greenhouse gas emissions
Long-term infrastructure improvements without new capital debt
Timeline
Installation is expected to take approximately 18 months. Energy Systems Group (ESG) will deliver this as a turnkey solution, coordinating design, construction, incentives, and verification while guaranteeing performance throughout the project term.
West Hempstead's Energy Performance Contract represents our commitment to fiscal responsibility, environmental stewardship, and providing safe, comfortable learning environments for our students—today and for years to come.
The West Hempstead Union Free School District is pleased to announce the approval of a comprehensive Energy Performance Contract (EPC)—a transformative facilities modernization project that will upgrade aging infrastructure, improve student and staff comfort, and dramatically reduce energy costs without any new capital funding or tax increase.
Project Overview
The EPC represents a $12.86 million investment in our schools, addressing critical mechanical systems, energy efficiency, and sustainability goals. Through guaranteed energy savings and rebates totaling $1.57 million, the District will fund these essential upgrades over an 18-year term while realizing $556,000 in average annual savings and reducing energy consumption by 54%.
Scope of Work
This district-wide project includes:
Mechanical & Heating System Improvements: Replacement of aging boilers and domestic hot water systems, fuel switching for improved efficiency, new rooftop units and ventilators, and system optimizations
Building Controls & Energy Management: Upgraded automation systems for better temperature, ventilation, and humidity control, plus enhanced monitoring to reduce waste
Building Envelope & Infrastructure: Targeted improvements to insulation, system efficiency, and correction of deferred maintenance items
Renewable Energy & Lighting: Over $4.39 million in rooftop solar installations across district buildings and new energy-efficient LED exterior lighting
Benefits to Our Community
This budget-neutral project delivers multiple benefits:
Improved comfort and learning environments for students and staff
Increased reliability of mechanical systems
Reduced operating costs and energy consumption
Lower environmental impact and greenhouse gas emissions
Long-term infrastructure improvements without new capital debt
Timeline
Installation is expected to take approximately 18 months. Energy Systems Group (ESG) will deliver this as a turnkey solution, coordinating design, construction, incentives, and verification while guaranteeing performance throughout the project term.
West Hempstead's Energy Performance Contract represents our commitment to fiscal responsibility, environmental stewardship, and providing safe, comfortable learning environments for our students—today and for years to come.
Who better to learn from than the pros-in-training? Our Next Gen Med crew took over George Washington Intermediate today to lead some incredible interactive lessons. The younger students are officially inspired!
Our students did a deep-dive into the novel Refugee. They mapped out the complex character relationships that span across time and borders. It’s powerful to see them analyze how courage, sacrifice, and hope link Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud’s stories together.
PS I Love You Week kicked off today! Whether you’re rocking purple or just sending a "thinking of you" text, let’s make kindness the loudest thing in the room. Remember: you are enough, you are worthy, and you are loved.
To our senior girls: May your shots be nothing but net and your defenders be nothing but lost.
It’s your night—go out there, play your hearts out, and own the court!
Our Dignity and Tolerance Club is busy getting ready for P.S. I Love You Week stating on Monday.
Your child is your whole heart. Cardiac arrest causes 10-15% of unexpected infant deaths. Learn CPR today so you can be ready and become part of the Nation of Lifesavers. heart.org/nation
🍕 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
Join us TONIGHT at 8PM for "The Empowered Child" with Shimmy Trencher, LCSW! Learn about nurturing self-esteem & positive discipline. HANC Reinstein Campus, 240 Hempstead Ave. RSVP: dloike@hanc.org #WestHempstead #Parenting
Next stop: The Most Magical Place on Earth! Our cheerleaders had an incredible send-off today as they head to Disney for Nationals. The energy was electric, and we know they’re going to leave it all on the mat!
Shake it 'til you make it! Our science students were exploring separating mixtures today. By using agitation to turn heavy cream into fresh butter, they’re seeing physical changes in action (and getting a bit of a workout!)
Ditch the desks and get them to the walls! Using vertical whiteboards transforms math from a solo sport into a team collaboration. When students stand up, their thinking becomes visible, the "fear of being wrong" vanishes with a whiteboard eraser, and real problem-solving begins.
Join us Feb 2 at 8PM for "The Empowered Child" with Shimmy Trencher, LCSW! Learn about nurturing self-esteem & positive discipline. HANC Reinstein Campus, 240 Hempstead Ave. RSVP: dloike@hanc.org #WestHempstead #Parenting
Our @wh_secondary students & Ms. Spallino visited @WHGWashington 6th-graders to promote Italian & World Languages! Students learned Italian through fun activities like "head, shoulders, knees & toes." Great job inspiring our future language learners! 🇮🇹 #WHeRiseTogether
