August Parent Orientation�Saturday - 8/29/26- 9 a.m.�
Principal Thomas
Principal’s Office �Via Main Office �k1thomas@nps.k12.nj.us
Today’s Goal
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Learn more about this school year and review your �IP (PARENT) Partnership
What We Need From You
���WHS (IP) Parent Partnership ��
• Ensure that your child is Refined & Ready to GO!
In uniform and at school 8 a.m. �
• Updated Contact Information �
• Understanding of School Policy & Procedures �
• Active Participation in WHS PTA and Community-
Wide events�
• Stay in tune with the schools quest for excellence
PARENTS WE NEED YOU�(The Answer Lies From Within)
ADMINISTRATORS
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Vice Principal Lawson
DC Singley - Math
Dr. Wambugu- DC Science�
AD Battle-Athletics
Dr. Cumberbatch - Vice Principal
DC Williams - English
“OUR VISION”�Achievement is Realistic Obtainable & Infinite�_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
“OUR MISSION” �Motivate, Inspire, Empower & Teach �________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
“OUR CORE VALUES”
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“OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES”�Dedication, Discipline, Sacrifice & Achievement
Our 3 Goals
Student (IP) Responsibility
Newark Board of Education
Mission,Vision, Core Values & Goals
Mission Statement�Our mission is to deliver an academically rigorous and culturally responsive instructional program that prepares every student for success and builds knowledge, strengthens character, cultivates ingenuity, and fosters leadership.�Vision Statement�Our vision is to build a new educational ecosystem that provides a world-class education for every child in Newark.
Core Values
Children at the Center�Every child is a genius and it is our responsibility to keep their dreams and needs at the center of all decisions.��Commitment to Excellence�We commit to continual, strategic, innovative, and research-based improvement in order to demonstrate excellence at all levels of the organization.��Reciprocal Relationships�We provide opportunities for impactful collaboration within and beyond the organization resulting in student success.��Cultivating Agency�We empower students to become advocates for themselves and for others.��Equity�We disrupt and rebuild every practice, policy, resource distribution, and system that may act as a barrier to opportunities for all.
Goals �Goal 1: To continue to carry out the district’s mission and implement the�priorities and strategies in the ten-year strategic plan, The Next Decade:�2020-30.
Goal 2: Continue to improve achievement by developing rigorous core curricula aligned with the strategic plan, providing high-quality professional development and technical support, and systematically implementing, analyzing, and monitoring progress through comprehensive assessments.
Goal 3: To deepen the integration and alignment of district departments and systems in order to strengthen service delivery, reinforce equity-driven resource allocation, and sustain operational excellence in support of student achievement.
Priority 1:
Priority 2:
A Rigorous and Relevant Framework for Instruction
Priority 3:
Strength-based and Responsive Culture
Priority 4:
Priority 5:
Integrated System of Student Support
Priority 6:
Newark Board of Education
The Next Decade
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WHS Title 1 ASP
(Strategic Plan)�(NJDOE Annual School Plan)
Mr. Polynice
PARENT PORTAL
JOIN THE WHS PTO TODAY!
Scan the QR Code Or click this LINK
WHS Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Elected Officers | |
Rasheeda Scott | PTO President |
Michelle Geronimo | VP |
Veronica Rivera | Treasurer |
Meeting Dates 26-27 SY |
OCTOBER 8, 2026 |
ELECTION - 10-26-26 |
NOVEMBER 12, 2026 |
DECEMBER 10, 2026 |
JANUARY 14, 2027 |
FEBRUARY 11, 2027 |
MARCH 11, 2027 |
APRIL 15, 202 |
MAY 13, 2027 |
JUNE 10, 2027 |
Community Partners
Mr. Daye
Attendance Counselor
Mr. McCray
School�Social Worker
Mrs. Harrison
CST Social Worker
Nurse Wenson
School Nurse
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Nurse Office across from Guidance �kwenson@nps.k12.nj.us
973-705-3903
IMPORTANT �SCHOOLMINT NEWARK ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
Please Contact Our Team
NEED HELP WITH REGISTRATION
CALL�(973)�705 -3900
Profile of a Weequahic Student
“IP”
Intellectual Prominence
“IP”�Infinite
Power
“IP”�Indian �Pride
���Achievement is Realistic Obtainable & Infinite
Universal Mindset of Growth
��Proper Education Always Corrects Errors
At Weequahic High School we will develop our students into relentless problem solvers, and swift thinkers who will be equipped with a vast variety of qualities necessary for career success.
Intellectual Prominence
COURSES OF STUDY
Dual Enrollment College Credit Essex County College General Science AS
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT): Forensic Science & MSI
Allied Health Sciences
Allied Health 1, 2, 3, & 4
U.S. Military - JROTC
JROTC 1, 2, 3, & 4
Jobs for American Graduates (J.A.G.)
Advanced Placement
AP African American History, AP US History, AP Literature and Composition, AP Pre-Calculus, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Environmental Science, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science
NBOE High School Guidebook
Scan the QR CODE Below to access:
Parent/Student E-Signature
Please Scan the QR CODE or click this LINK to Electronically Sign for the HS Guidebook
Daily Bell Schedule | ||||
Period | Starts | Ends | ||
Safe Passage Entry & Breakfast | 7:30 AM | 8:10 AM | ||
Convocation | 8:10 AM | 8:17 AM | ||
HR | 8:20 AM | 8:36 AM | ||
Period 1 | 8:36 AM | 9:16 AM | ||
Period 2 | 9:19 AM | 9:59 AM | ||
Period 3 | 10:02 AM | 10:42 AM | ||
Period 4 | 10:45 AM | 11:25 AM | ||
Period 5 (Eagle Lunch) | 11:28 AM | 12:08 PM | ||
Period 6 | 12:11 AM | 12:51 PM | ||
Period 7 - LUNCH | 12:54 PM | 1:34 PM | ||
Period 8 | 1:37 PM | 2:17 PM | ||
Period 9 | 2:20 PM | 3:00 PM | ||
Safe Passage Dismissal | 3:05 PM | 3:30 PM | ||
Period 10 (IP Extended Day) | 3:10 PM | 3:55 PM | ||
Period 11 (IP Extended Day) | 4:00 PM | 4:45 PM | ||
Universal Mindset of Growth
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Creativity
Reading
Writing
Speaking
Math
Science�Technology��
Knowledge �of Self
(CULTURE)
Career Path Advancement
Required Readings
Summer Reading
The summer reading assignment is due the 1st Day of School ���
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Academic Focus
GRADE 9
Foundation
Develop inquiry habits, academic writing routines, research basics, and begin the digital portfolio.
GRADE 10
Development
Strengthen argument, source evaluation, synthesis, revision, and add evidence of growth to the portfolio.
GRADE 11
Independence
Conduct more sustained research, refine academic voice, defend claims, and prepare for long-form independent work.
GRADE 12
Culmination
Complete the Senior Thesis: research, drafting, revision, presentation, and oral defense.
By senior year, the thesis should feel like the culmination of four years of preparation—not a project introduced for the first time.
Where Passion Meets Progress
Where Passion Meets Progress
Priority 2: A Rigorous and Relevant Framework for Curriculum and Instruction
Senior Thesis | The Work Begins in Grade 9
Students build the habits, evidence, and independence required for a strong culminating thesis experience.
SUPERINTENDENT’S CONFERENCE
Academic Focus:
FREE PSAT & SAT
OCTOBER | |||
GR | TEST | TIME | IMPORTANCE |
9 | PSAT 8&9 | 2hrs. & 45 mins | -Measures future success on skills linked to college success. -Builds confidence & familiarity with SAT -Results may be used for eligibility to take AP & Honors & Dual Enrollment |
10 | PSAT 10th | 3 hrs. & 50 mins | -Measures what you are learning in school & determine if you're on track -Open doors for opportunities to prepare & pay for college. -Passing score meets NJ Graduation Requirements -Results may be used for eligibility to take AP & Honors & Dual Enrollment |
11* | PSAT/ NMSQT | 3 hrs. & 50 mins | -Connect with 1,500 colleges and over $300 million in scholarships -Pathway to Graduation Scores- SAT ≥ 22 in Rdg & 16 in Math -Results may be used for eligibility to take AP & Honors & Dual Enrollment |
12 | SAT | 4 hours | -Connect with 1,500 colleges and over $300 million in scholarships -Pathway to Graduation Scores- SAT ≥ 22 in Rdg & 16 in Math -Used for college acceptances |
SUPERINTENDENT’S CONFERENCE
Intervention & Enrichment
Intervention �
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*Before, After, & During School as well as Saturday’s*
Enrichment �
*Before, After, & During School*
After School Tutoring
Saturday Success Academy
Saturday Success Academy
IP Career Paths
STC Bogan
School to Careers (STC)�Career Technical Education (CTE) �Allied Health/Workforce Development�Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG)
Alumni & Community Partnership�____________________
Guidance Office �ybogan@nps.k12.nj.us
Advanced Placement Aligned to Allied Health
AP Biology - Core Course in All Allied Health Career Paths
AP Chemistry - Connected to Pharmacology & Medicine
AP Environmental Science - Connected to Healthcare Facility Hygiene
AP Computer Science & Principles - Connected to Health Information Management
Alumni Nursing Scholarship
Profile of a Graduate
Leaders
Critical Thinkers
Communicators
Culturally Relevant Change Makers
CREDITS
10th GRADE�65 CREDITS�In June
9th GRADE
32.5 CREDITS�In June
11th GRADE�97.5 CREDITS�In June
12th GRADE�130 CREDITS�In June
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MINIMUM CREDITS
WHS STUDENT GOALS
MUST research and apply to a Minimum of (10) colleges, universities & trade schools by the 11th Grade & acceptance in 12th:
Your Guidance Counselors
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Mr. Strumolo
Ms. Roberts
Ms. Peace
MANDATORY� �ALL SENIORS MUST �ATTEND
FAFSA
Community Service
80 hours of Community Services
This must be documented on the community service log.
Rites of Passage
Proper Education Always Corrects Errors
Students showcase fundamental principles of integrity, honesty, and humility, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities, among other values.
They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them as students.
Indian Pride
Co-Curricular Activities
ORANGE & BROWN PRIDE IS FOREVER!
WHS Athletics
Fall Sports: Football, Soccer, Cross Country, Girls Volleyball, Cheerleading, Marching Band
Winter Sports: Basketball, Boys/Girls Indoor Track, Cheerleading
Spring Sports: Baseball, Softball, Boys/Girls Outdoor Track, Flag Football
ORANGE & BROWN PRIDE IS FOREVER!
STATE CHAMPS!!!!
The Power of Relationships
Restorative Intervention & Support
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Mr. Salaam�Interventionist
Mr. Alexander
Ms. Oliver
Ms. Crawford�Head of Security
Positive Student Management
“IP”�
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Ongoing Positive Student Management
Positive Student Management Plan�Culture, Mentorship, Support & Intervention
Established Norms
Mission & Vision
Core Values
Goals & Guiding Principles
Operational Approach
WHS Food Pantry���
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 @ 8 a.m.
ATTENDANCE = SUCCESS
Student Point of Entry �(7:30 - 8:00) ��ALL Students Grades 9-12 use the �Main Gym Entry Door on Goldsmith Ave.
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WHS DAILY RITUALS
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I AM WEEQUAHIC PROUD
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