Weekly Update for WHS
Weekly Update for WHS
January 16, 2026
Good afternoon, Westbrook families! I hope your new year is off to a great start. Here are this week's updates and upcoming events.
School Counseling
January's School Counseling Newsletter is packed with critical deadlines and opportunities for your student's future. Inside you'll find FAFSA priority dates (Feb 15th for CT schools), scholarship information, SAT/PSAT registration deadlines, college fair dates, and Junior Planning Night details (Feb 9th). Whether your student is planning for college, trade school, or career paths, this resource has essential timelines and financial aid opportunities you can't afford to miss.
Click here to access this important document. Print this one out and put it on the fridge.
PTSO and Project Graduation Updates
The PTSO meets January 28th at 6:30 PM in the WHS library. Please be there if you can. Additionally, Project Graduation fundraising is in full swing! Support our Class of 2026 seniors by participating in the online gift card raffle (through February 28th). For just $20, you can win Visa gift cards up to $750 and help fund a safe, memorable celebration for our seniors. Students earn prizes for ticket sales too. The drawing is March 2, 2026. Get your tickets now at westbrookprojectgrad2026.virtualraffle.org!
Daisy Dash
The 13th Annual Daisy Dash 5K is back on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Daisy Ingraham School! This community favorite features a Run/Walk 5K and a Kids Fun Run, with all proceeds benefiting the Westbrook Public Schools PTO. Join us for a fun morning supporting our schools and students. Interested in supporting the event? Click this Sponsor link to get involved before the February 9 deadline. Register today and be part of our biggest fundraiser of the year!
Advanced Placement Honor for WHS
Westbrook High School has earned Gold recognition on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll, an honor that highlights schools expanding access to Advanced Placement coursework while supporting strong student outcomes. This distinction reflects WHS’s commitment to building a college-going culture, increasing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and promoting college readiness. Congratulations to our students and teachers, with sincere appreciation to our superintendent and community for their continued support of academic excellence.
Safety and Security
Westbrook Youth and Family Services, in collaboration with other local town Youth and Family Services agencies, is hosting an online safety workshop for parents called "Parenting in the Smartphone Years." This is the second workshop in the series, and is geared towards parents who are navigating their child having a phone and being safe while gaming and on social media. A recording of the first workshop, which was about slow tech parenting, is available at the same link. Parents did not need to have attended the first workshop in order to attend the second workshop. Registration and all resources can be found by clicking this link.
School safety and security remain a top priority. We regularly conduct safety drills to ensure students and staff are prepared in a variety of situations. Our most recent fire drill was unannounced. Students and staff acted swiftly, safely, and quietly. In an effort to be prepared for any situation, WHS will practice a drill that is both unannounced and occurs while students are not in a classroom space.
WHS Upcoming Dates to Remember
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January 19 |
No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day |
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January 23 |
Semester 1/Quarter 2 Ends |
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January 28 |
PTSO Meeting WHS Library 6pm |
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January 31 |
Cornhole Tournament - 11am - WHS Gym |
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February 3 |
NGSS Assessment for Juniors |
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February 28 |
Last Day for Online Gift Card Raffle - Click Here |
Athletics
This Wednesday’s Pink Game double-headers were a great success, raising $1,632 to support cancer patients at Smilow Cancer Center. Thank you to everyone who came out to support an important cause.
As the winter season continues, regular season games are well underway, and our teams are showing steady improvement through their hard work and dedication.
Congratulations to WHS Field Hockey coaches Janet Dickey and Emily Alger on being named the Southern New England Region Coaching Staff of the Year. They were recognized Thursday at the NFHCA Awards Luncheon. This well-deserved honor reflects an outstanding season and the positive impact they continue to have on our student-athletes.
Volunteers Needed to Run the Concession Stand During High School Basketball Games
The Westbrook Athletic Boosters are seeking student and parent volunteers to work the concession stand during home boys and girls basketball games this season. Each shift is about 1 hour and 15 minutes and students can earn community service hours. All funds raised support our student-athletes and senior scholarships. Sign up here.
Second Annual Athletic Boosters Cornhole Tournament
We’re excited to announce the Second Annual Westbrook Athletic Boosters Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser! We hope you’ll join us for another fun-filled day supporting Westbrook athletics.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, January 31st
Time: Tournament begins at 11:00 AM
Location: Westbrook High School Gymnasium
Whether you’re a seasoned cornhole competitor or just looking for a fun way to spend a winter Saturday, this event is for everyone. To sign up your team, register using the link below, and be sure to submit pre-payment to secure your spot. Space is limited to 32 teams, so early registration is encouraged. Sign Up Here:
Entry Fee: $50 per team (2 players per team); Prizes: Cash prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams; This is More Than Just Cornhole! Not playing? Come anyway! Enjoy concessions, raffles, music, and a great community atmosphere throughout the event.
Cornhole Tournament Raffle Donations Needed
We are also looking for donations of local gift cards or raffle baskets to help make our raffle a success. If you’re interested in donating, please sign up here. All proceeds from the tournament directly support Westbrook student-athletes and athletic programs. Your participation and generosity help make a meaningful impact. We look forward to another successful tournament and hope to see you there!
Winter Westbrook Apparel Store Open Through January 26th
The Winter Westbrook Apparel Store is OPEN! Gear up for the 2025–2026 season with fresh spirit wear for students, families, and fans. Show your Westbrook pride all winter long! This is a BSN Sprint Store. All items ship within 1–2 business days. Perfect for holiday gifts or adding to your own collection. You can shop the following six stores:
Westbrook Spirit (for everyone): https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WESTBROOK
Basketball: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WBBKB25
Indoor Track: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WBTRK25
Wrestling Co-op: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/jvkDfbHvkS
Girls Ice Hockey Co-op: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WBHANDHKY
Gymnastics Co-op: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WBGYM25 Admission Fees for All Home High
School Basketball Games
The following admission fees apply to all home high school basketball games, both boys' and girls' games:
- Adults: $6.00
- Students/Seniors: $4.00
These charges reflect the Shoreline Conference admission fees.
2025-2026 Season Ticket Passes – 50% Off Discounted Rates - We are thrilled to offer 50% off Season Ticket Passes to support fans attending multiple home games. Passes are available for boys' games, girls' games, or a combination of both.
Season Ticket Prices (50% off regular prices):
Adults
- Girls' Game Tickets (9 home games): $27.00
- Boys' Game Tickets (10 home games): $30.00
- Combo Tickets (19 home games): $57.00
Students/Seniors
- Girls' Game Tickets (9 home games): $18.00
- Boys' Game Tickets (10 home games): $20.00
- Combo Tickets (19 home games): $38.00
Season tickets will be available for purchase starting Monday, December 15, 2025, at home games.
Online Ticket Purchases
In addition to in-person ticket sales, we are excited to offer online ticketing for individual home games. To purchase tickets for specific games, please visit:
Purchase Individual Game Tickets
WHS Winter Sports Game Schedules (subject to change—please check regularly)
- Boys Basketball Schedule
- Girls Basketball Schedule
- Indoor Track and Field Schedule (same for girls and boys)
- Girls Gymnastics Co-op Schedule
- Girls Ice Hockey Co-op Schedule
- Wrestling Co-op Schedule
Important Links
- Today's WHS Athletic Games
- Westbrook High School Athletics Website
- CAS-CIAC Website
- Shoreline Conference Website
- Alternate Transportation Form
- Following a Team on ArbiterLive
Senior Athlete Scholarship Opportunity
The 2026 National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) Scholar/Essay Scholarship is open for applications. This program honors high school student-athletes who excel in academics, athletics, leadership, and citizenship.
Eligibility Highlights:
- High school senior
- B+ average or higher, top 25% of class, or ACT 24 / SAT 1100+
- Participation in two sports for at least two years each
- Earned at least one varsity letter in each sport
- Completed scholar/essay application and recommendation from your Athletic Director
Awards:
- State Winners: Recognition plaque
- Section Winners: $2,000 scholarship and plaque
- National Winners: $4,000 scholarship and plaque
How to Apply: Click on the following link: https://caadinc.org/schola25.pdf. The application must be postmarked or submitted electronically no later than February 6, 2026.
Contact Information
Caitlin Eichler
PK–12 Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Health
ceichler@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-7099
Emily Gorki
Athletic Trainer
egorki@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-6214
Thank you for your continued support of Westbrook Public Schools as we aim to deliver an exceptional education that empowers every student to explore their passion and purpose.
Sincerely,
Matt Talmadge
WHS/WMS Principal
