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The Wolverine

A Monthly Newsletter for NFHS Students and Families

The Wolverine A Monthly Newsletter for NFHS Students and Families

Hello NFHS Families and Students,

Welcome to the January 2025 Edition of The Wolverine!


We're excited to welcome your children back from a well deserved winter break! As we jump into the New Year, just a reminder that we are in the middle of the 20 week marking period and it is very important to stay focused and positive. Please encourage your students to keep up good attendance, academics, and on-task behavior. We are grateful to you, the parents and guardians, who support them each day to make school a priority. Let's have a great start to the new year!


As always, please reach out to us if you need anything.


Your Proud Principals,

Cheryl Vilardo, Ed Ventry, Bryan Rotella, Val Rotella-Zafuto, and Nick Ruffolo

Calendar Information

Regents Week

January Regents Exams are around the corner! Regular classes will not be in session January 21 - 24. Start studying now! See the after school review session schedule below.

Updates & Reminders

Health Services Information

Winter Sports Events

Please remember, students must follow the NFHS policy for attending all after-school events. Students MUST have a sports pass to attend.

To obtain a Sports Pass:

  • You must be academically eligible

  • You must have an 85% attendance rate

This pass must be presented digitally at the event along with your NFHS School ID.

My Ride App

The district recently launched the parent app for buses. Use the attached document (below) to learn how to access the app and be able to track your child's bus ride to and from school.

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) - March 13

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a standardized test that measures a person's aptitude, strengths, and potential for military careers The ASVAB helps determine a person's eligibility and suitability for military careers. It also helps identify a person's strengths and find the right career for them.


Please use the following link or QR code to register for the ASVAB:


https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=jYsiWkdgp0OKoxUXopcvhO03OL6u7NtCuQ_NEhj120FURUszV09HVUNTTzVTUEVaVkRXSUlISzZFVy4u

Behavioral Expectations

  • Behavior: Review the complete Code of Conduct, Parent-Student Handbook, and Eligibility Policy at www.nfschools.net under the “Parent and Guardian” tab.Students must follow the directions of school employees and treat others with respect.
  • Cell Phones and Headphones: Can be used appropriately in hallways and during lunch, but must be put away during instruction. Follow the “one ear bud” policy for safety.
  • Class Attendance: Students must attend all assigned classes, including study halls and lunch, and be on time. Hall passes are required during class time. We will conduct "Hall Sweeps" multiple periods a day to encourage students to attend class and arrive on time.
  • Appearance Code: Faces must be completely visible, and backpacks must remain in lockers.

Eligibility

To participate in extracurricular activities, students must pass four classes plus PE, have 85% attendance, and maintain good discipline standing. Unexcused tardies count as 0.5 absence. Students need a minimum of 4.5 credits per grade level to be eligible.

Cultural Connections

Niagara Falls High School aims to acknowledge and honor our diversity this school year in many different ways, including this section of the newsletter celebrating various cultures represented by students and staff at NFHS.

This Month In Photos

Santa Dash

Congratulations to our NFHS Santa Dashers!


We are so proud of all the NFHS students who participated in the Santa Dash 5K alongside our Principal, Mrs. Vilardo!

Honoring Niagara Falls Powercats Legend John Hayes - #30

Thank you, John Hayes, for your dedication, passion, and inspiration. Your legacy will forever shine in Niagara Falls!

Lady Wolverine Basketball players!

Our Lady Wolverine basketball players showing support to our community as they host an annual toy drive

Fall Varsity Scholars

We're proud to announce that 10 of our Fall Varsity Teams have earned the prestigious NYSPHSAA Scholar Team Award. Congratulations to all!

NFHS Band

Pep band at the Cataract Classic, day 1

London Palmer

We are incredibly proud to celebrate NFHS student London Palmer on earning the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout!

Alliance Light Tower Award

Our very own Mr. Rajczak was honored as the 2024 Niagara Region Construction Alliance Light Tower Award recipient

Trauma-Informed Practices

Niagara Falls City School District strives to be trauma-informed when working with our students and families. This section of the newsletter will provide monthly messages related to our trauma-informed practices.

Communication

Communication between family and staff is so important in students' education. It is always best to contact the appropriate staff member at their direct phone line or email address rather than calling the school's main line. Use the list below as a resource for you and your student.

@NFHSFamilies on Remind

Niagara Falls High School

thenfhs

What's Up at NFHS?

Encourage your student to get involved with all that NFHS has to offer!

Community Events

SUNY Niagara Workforce Development

Transition Services Virtual Expo

Niagara Falls High School
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Located at 4455 Porter Road in Niagara Falls, NY, Niagara Falls High School is a public high school serving approximately 2100 students in grades 9 - 12.