High School News
WCSD to Participate in National Lemonade Day
On Saturday, May 19, Wooster residents may see an unusual number of lemonade stands popup around the city. For the second consecutive year, Wooster City School District students are participating in National Lemonade Day.
Wooster High School Earns Silver Medal Ranking by U. S. News
U.S. News released its fourth edition of the “Best High Schools” in the United States, ranking schools and distributing grades based on various proficiencies. Wooster High School was awarded a Silver Medal.
“I can’t say enough about our excellent faculty and students,” said Principal Anita Jorney-Gifford. “I am proud of all their hard work and the dedication they put in to making this such a great high school.”
Physical Education Requirements for Grades 8-12
Click here to view the Wooster City School District physical education requirements are for grades 8 through 12.
FAQ -The New 8-12 Academic & Program Model at WHS (2012 and Beyond)
Question 1- How will the 8th Grade Class blend in with grades 9-12?
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Answer- The 8th grade class will have its own wing in Wooster High School next year. The majority of the 8th grade classes will be held in this wing. However, there will be some 8th grade classes not housed in the 8th grade wing (i.e. music, physical education, enrichment classes, etc.).
Grades 7-8 Co-Curricular Locations for 2012-2013
Click here to view where Grade 7-8 Co-Curriculars may be located for the 2012-2013 school year.
Choir Concert "Greatest Hits"
The Wooster High School Choirs will join the Edgewood Choir for a performance of "Greatest Hits", songs that the choirs themselves, as well as their audiences, have enjoyed over the past 12 years. The concert is Tuesday, May 15, 2012, and will begin at 7:30 p.m., with a reception to follow.
Morning Announcements
Morning Announcements
May 17, 2012
Today we are on schedule #1.
announce this: May 15, 16 & 17
There will be a community Open House celebrating 75 years of Wayne Elementary on Sunday, May 20th from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Take a final tour, share memories and visit with friends, past and present.
Graduation Tickets
Class of 2012, your special day is just around the corner! The Commencement ceremony will be held at Follis Field, weather permitting. No tickets are needed to attend at this location. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the Gym of Wooster High School and guests of the graduating sen
Physical Education Requirements for Grades 8-12
Click here to view the Wooster City School District physical education requirements are for grades 8 through 12.
Scholarships Available! UPDATED 5/7/2012!!
The Wayne County Community Foundation has a scholarship booklet available to all WHS Seniors; It is attached.
Grades 7-8 Co-Curricular Locations for 2012-2013
Click here to view where Grade 7-8 Co-Curriculars may be located for the 2012-2013 school year.
SAT and ACT Practice Tests Available Online
The ACT and SAT test times are fast approaching. To help students prepare, you can send them to INFOhio’s Learning Express Library for free practice tests, not only for the ACT and SAT, but also for many advanced placement tests.
Orientation Information
Attached below are power point presentations that were shared at the orientation meetings this week.
National Honor Society Makes Donation
Members of Wooster High School’s National Honor Society raised $2000 by selling poinsettias for the holidays, and two charitable organizations were selected by the members to each receive $1000.
High School Bell Schedule for 2012-13
Attached is the proposed bell schedule for Wooster High School for the 2012-13 school year.
Those Who Host Lose the Most:
Don't be a party to teenage drinking!
Wooster High School and the Drug Free Action Alliance would like to inform the parents about the dangers associated with underage drinking. Not only is alcohol the number one drug problem among youth, but also:
Wooster High School Course Selection Guide
The Wooster High School Course Selection Guide for 2012-13 is attached.
Student Co-Curricular Code of Conduct
The Wooster High School Student Co-Curricular Code of Conduct is available by clicking the link below.
Holocaust and Dangers of Indifference Class Trip
50 Students from the Holocaust and Dangers of Indifference class at Wooster High recently traveled to the US Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC. Students visited the Museum then stopped at various monuments along the National Mall in DC. The trip was co-sponsored by the ADL.
Contemporary Issues Class Attend a Panel Discussion at the College of Wooster
On Feb. 27, 2012 WHS students from Nell Reardon's Contemporary Issues class, as well as students from the I.B. program experienced an exceptional learning opportunity as they participated in a panel discussion at the College of Wooster featuring renown Middle East journalists Robin Wright and Rami Khouri. After the panel discussion they joined the featured Great Decisions speaker Ms.
Dance Information
We will post our expectations for dress and attendance for the all high school dances, Homecoming, Coming Home and Prom. This will allow for ample time to prepare for these special evenings.
ACT Test Dates
Test dates and registration deadlines for the ACT for the 2011-12 school year are listed below. Students need to register online at www.actstudent.org to take the tests.
Junior Leadership Wooster
Generals Items for Sale
We have Cat's Meow items for sale. We have a high school building for $13.00 and the General for $9.00. These can be purchased during regular office hours at the main office of the high school.
2011-12 Wooster High School Student/Parent Handbook
The 2011-12 Wooster High School Student/Parent Handbook can be downloaded here:
The Wooster High School Music Department is now on Twitter!
The Wooster High School Music Department is now on Twitter (@woostermusic).
WHS Summer Reading Assignments
Summer reading and course assignments are posted here. Keep checking this page for updates as reading assignments for other classes will be added!
All students taking English classes click here for summer reading requirements.
Financial Literacy
Through the Ohio Department of Education’s Core Curriculum, Personal Financial Literacy is a mandated course offering in high school as passed by Ohio Senate Bill 311.
2011-2012 Course Offerings
The 2011-2012 Registration Information for Parents and Students handbook is attached. This handbook contains course offerings and descriptions, as well as graduation requirements for 2011-2012.
International Baccalaureate Programme
Click here for information on the International Baccalaureate Programme.
2011-2012 National Honor Society
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Induction for the Lura B. Kean Chapter of Wooster High School's National Honor Society was held Monday evening, September 26, 2011.
Nell Reardon Honored
Wooster High School teacher, Nell Reardon, was recently selected for a Day of Beauty Award from Sheer Professionals Hair Styling Studio in Wooster. Shown here with Donna Beam from Sheer Professionals, Mrs. Reardon was nominated by 1998 Wooster High School graduate, Erin Zuercher Marotta.
Americanism in Government Test Winners
Winners of the American Legion Americanism Test received a $25 cash prize along with the chance to represent Wooster High School at the State competition if they can win Wayne County.
WHS Hosts 9th District Court of Appeals
On Thursday, Dec 8, the 9th District Court of Appeals held Oral Arguments in the LGIR of Wooster High School for government students. The court heard oral arguments on two appeals then fielded questions from the 100 government students who observed the proceedings.
WHS Mock Trial
On Tuesday, Dec 6, students in Jolene Dyer's Government classes participated in a mock trial activity in the school auditorium during a 2-period session. Local attorney Bonnie Drushal served as the Judge for the trial with students from 2nd period Government class playing the roles of defense attorneys, defense witnesses and half the jury.
