North Highlights

Hello North!

It's hard to believe that there are only two and a half weeks left until Winter Recess - time really flies! The halfway point of the 2nd marking period is this Friday, December 13. Be sure to check WITS to keep updated on your/your child's academic achievement.

For this bi-Weekly Update I am highlighting our World Language Department and the new Seal of Biliteracy that is offered for Seniors. Here is more information on how Seniors can obtain the Seal: https://www.williamsvillek12.org/departments/instruction/seal-of-biliteracy

Congratulations to our November Spartans of the Month and (as always) Go Spartans!

Andrew Bowen
Principal

Last month we began our "Speaker Series." These informational events are designed to provide stakeholders with insight into the work that takes place in our schools. This year's Speaker Series will focus on instruction. All of the Speaker Series events will be held virtually from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. via a Zoom webinar. They will feature presenters and also a question and answer segment. The Speaker Series will be recorded and available to view on the District's YouTube channel after each virtual session.

Speaker Series Schedule

Thursday, December 12th - Literacy

• Zoom Webinar (Passcode - 9Ua61d)

Thursday, February 27th - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEAM)

• Zoom Webinar (Passcode - rC04Ni)

Tuesday, March 18th - Math and Computer Science

• Zoom Webinar (Passcode - Ttyzr9)
  

We look forward to sharing and engaging with you at these events during the next few months.

The upcoming holidays are the perfect time to grab your North alumni and volunteer for a shift at the Snack Shack together! Teachers, current students and alumni will enjoy seeing each other again and it gives everyone a chance to catch up on what's been happening. Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and neighbors are always welcome too! Snack Shack volunteering is the best volunteer gig around.

We offer a brief training so please reach out to snackerrs@yahoo.com if needed.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP NOW !!!

The The Parent Network of WNY and the Midwest Family and Communities Engagement Center offer several training opportunities. Please click on the photos below for further information:

Please click here to access our North Athletics page:

Please WITSmail the attendance office to provide written notice of an absence.

Parents/guardians should contact the attendance office to report any student absence. If your child needs to leave school prior to the end of the scheduled school day, please call the Attendance Office so proper notification/dismissal can be accommodated. If you have any additional questions regarding attendance, absences, or dismissal, please call the Williamsville North High School Attendance Office.

The following are examples of excused absences in the Williamsville Central School District:

• Family Emergency
• Illness
• Legal
• Late Bus
• Medical Reason
• Religious Observance/Activity
• School Activity (i.e. Field Trip)

Should you have any questions or need further information, please call the attendance office:

Phone: 716-626-8555/8556

Board of Education Attendance Policy #7110

Please CLICK HERE to access our December Calendar.

• FAMILY CONFERENCES: Thursday, 12/12/24

• SPARTAN SPECTRUM CONCERT: Wednesday, 12/18/24 and Thursday, 12/19/24

• WINTER RECESS: Monday, 12/23/24 - Friday, 1/3/25

• SCHOOL RESUMES: Monday, 1/6/25

Williamsville North HIgh School

Graduation Ceremony

10:00 a.m. - Saturday, June 28, 2025

North High School Athletic Turf

Rain Date:

10:00 a.m. - Sunday, June 29, 2025

Please click here to order your Cap, Gown, and Tassel.

Please click on the graphic to see important updates from our Student Services Department.

Information on how to apply for financial aid and look for scholarships may be found at the following links:

FAFSA - https://studentaid.gov/

NY HESC (TAP) - https://www.hesc.ny.gov/home/

Please click here to access the Student Services website for more useful information.

Please click on the graphic to see visits planned to our College & Career Center for the couple of next weeks.

The District’s application to offer the New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Seal of Biliteracy program at each of our high schools was approved for the 2024-2025 school year. The New York State Seal of Biliteracy (NYSSB) recognizes high school graduates who have attained a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages, in addition to English.

The intent of the NYSSB is to encourage the study of languages; identify high school graduates with language and biliteracy skills for employers; provide universities with additional information about applicants seeking admission; prepare students with twenty-first century skills; recognize the value of world and home language instruction in schools; and affirm the value of diversity in a multilingual society. The NYSSB takes the form of a special seal that bestows an honor to the student. The seal is affixed on the student’s diploma and there is a notation of the award on the official transcript.

Click here for further information.

Please use this link to access our Student Services / Guidance Office website to learn about the services available and find out who your child's school counselor is:

https://sites.google.com/williamsvillek12.org/north-student-services/home

All District Buildings, including North, are using the RAPTOR system to sign visitors in/out. All visitors (including volunteers at our Snack Shack) must enter the building at the entrance on Dodge Road. Please be prepared to show Government ID, such as a valid driver's license, upon entering North. We will scan your ID and issue a visitors badge to be worn for the duration of your visit.

The Required Parent Program video must be viewed in its entirety by parents/guardians prior to any student (grades 9-12) attending any North High School dances/events. This includes Homecoming activities/dances taking place in October. Please note that your completion of the Required Parent Program is valid for 4 years. For example, if you have already viewed the program anytime in the last 4 years (Spring 2020-Spring 2023) on behalf of an older sibling, you will not be asked to view the program again this year. The program should be viewed on a desktop/laptop, and cannot be paused or fast-forwarded to receive credit. If you have any questions about this program, or your current status with regard to viewing it, please reach out to the North Main Office at 626-8504.

All medication, including non-prescription medication, must have a written order from the student's physician or licensed prescriber.

PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION must be in the container prepared by the pharmacist with the original label specifying the name and strength of the medication. (Note: the pharmacy label does not constitute a written order and cannot be used in lieu of a written order from a licensed prescriber.)

NON-PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION must be in the original and sealed manufacturer's container with the student's name affixed to the container. ALL medication must be delivered directly to the school nurse by the parent or guardian. No student is permitted to carry non-emergency medication on the bus. Medication orders must be renewed annually and whenever there is any change.

For more information about North's Health Office, please click here.

North's Drama Club did an excellent job on their production of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." Check out the video for some highlights!