Principal's Newsletter
March 21, 2023
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Highlight of the week!
Delayed Start for grades 9,11, and 12
MCAS Testing
Students must take and pass the ELA, Math, and Science MCAS in order to graduate from Watertown High School. Beyond a graduation requirement, the MCAS is one of a few ways we establish a solid school profile that is reviewed by colleges and career centers. It is critical that we put our best foot forward so that our students are seen as appealing candidates in any application process. WE know how great we are but it is important that our test results show others how great we are, too! These assessments are given on the computer during the school day to students in grades 9 (Science) and 10 (ELA, Math). With the testing season upon us, we encourage students to :
- Ensure that their Chromebook is up to date (restart the Chromebook nightly)
- Locate their Chromebook charger
- Contact Tech Services if they are having any issues with their Chromebook (a key doesn't work, it won't turn on, etc.)
The MCAS testing dates for the remainder of the year are:
- March 28 & 29 - Grade 10 ELA MCAS (students in grades 9, 11, and 12 should report to school at 11:30 AM)
- May 16 & 17 - Grade 10 Math MCAS (students in grades 9, 11, and 12 should report to school at 11:30 AM on May 16 only)
- June 6 & 7 - Grade 9 Science MCAS (some grade 10 students will also test)
Race to the Finish Line
March 28 & 29: Grade 10 MCAS- Grades 9, 11, and 12 late arrival at 11:30AM
April 6: Quarter 3 ends
April 7: Early release day
April 17-21: April Vacation
April 24: Quarter 3 report cards issued
May 12: Quarter 4 progress reports issued
May 17: Early release day
May 25: Seniors last day!
May 29: Memorial Day- no school
June 2: Graduation!
June 16: Last day of school
June 16: Quarter 4 report cards mailed
april sepac event
Searching for Musicians!
new building update
Modulars continue to arrive on Moxley and plans continue to be refined for both the temporary space and the permanent high school.
Please find the SBC's website here as it is a great resource to keep your finger on the pulse of these exciting new projects.
If you haven't already, please see our 9 minute animation of the new WHS building coming in 2026 here.
Class of 2025 free trip
Members of the WHS Class of 2025 have a unique opportunity to go on a free six-day social justice trip next spring -- applications are due by March 31st!
Read the new story from staff reporter Katherine Schick here to learn about the trip, the application process, and when the next info session is, only in the Raider Times! Please check it out, and then tell all your friends, family, and social media followers to check it out, too!
Attendance line
The attendance line can always be reached through our main phone number, but for direct access to our attendance office please call: 617-926-7730. If you aren't able to reach us through the phone, you can email Maura Maguire.
Important Dates
March 29: Grade 10 ELA MCAS
April 7: Early Release
April 10: SEPAC
How are we doing?
Let us know how we're doing (with anything, really) here. :-)