Westbrook Public Schools

News and Announcements

• WHS Robotics Team Competition in Madison

  The Westbrook High School Robotics team entered two robots into the Vex Robotics competition in Madison this weekend and competed against 63 other teams. The teams designed, built, and programmed a robot to lift rings, place them on a goal, and prevent other robots from doing the same. The team is looking forward to their next competition in Middletown and hopes to qualify for the regional championship in late February.

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• WHS Weekly Parent Update for November 15th

  Hello there,

  Please click on the link to read the WHS Weekly Parent Update for November 15th.

  http://whs.westbrookctschools.org/friday_parent_updates

  Thank you.

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• Westbrook Public Schools Preschool Screenings

  Preschool screenings will be held soon for students approaching three or four years old with concerns for developmental delays, please see the attached flyer for more information.

  • Preschool Screenings Flyer(1).pdf

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• Westbrook High School Theatre presents "Bring It On The Musical"!

  Westbrook High School Theatre presents *Bring It On The Musical*! Bitingly
  relevant, sprinkled with sass, and inspired by the hit film, *Bring It On
  The Musical* takes audiences on a high-flying journey that is filled with
  the complexities of friendship, jealousy, betrayal, and forgiveness.

  Tickets are available for purchase at https://cur8.com/23633/project/127397

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• WHS Weekly Parent Update for November 1st

  Hello Everyone,

  Please click on the link to read the WHS Weekly Parent Update for November 1st.

  http://whs.westbrookctschools.org/friday_parent_updates

  Thank you.

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• Supplemental Student Accident Insurance is Now Available

  Westbrook Public Schools is now offering voluntary student accident insurance.  For more information, review the attached documents or visit http://www.k12studentinsurance.com/.

  • HSR bilingual flyer_Supp student accident-FINALapprvd021819 002.pdf

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• Westbrook Middle School Named #1 Middle School in Middlesex County by Niche Rankings

  Westbrook Public Schools is pleased to announce that Westbrook Middle School was ranked #1 in Middlesex County by Niche. The primary indicator in the Niche school rankings data is student performance in mathematics and English language arts as measured by the Connecticut Smarter Balanced Assessment.  These are assessments that are administered annually each spring and a snapshot measure of student progress in grade level standards. The spring assessment results from 2022 and 2023 revealed strong student growth and achievement in both reading and math. Westbrook Middle School was acknowledged by the CT Department of Education as a CT School of Distinction for both high performance and high growth for all students in mathematics for the 2022-2023 school year.  CSDE School of Distinction designations have not been announced for 2023-2024 (expected November 2024).

  Not yet factored into the recent ranking is the continued improvement in reading and math for all students evident in the most recent state assessment data from the 2023-2024 school year. Of particular note is the growth and high achievement in grades 7 and 8.

  In Spring 2024, 83.8% of Westbrook students in grade 8 and 74.5% of Westbrook students in grade 7 met or exceeded state benchmarks in English language arts.  In comparison, 49.1% of Connecticut students in grade 8 and 49.5% of Connecticut students in grade 7 met or exceeded state benchmarks. In mathematics, 81.1% of Westbrook students in grade 8 and 80.4% of Westbrook students in grade 7 met or exceeded state benchmarks.  In comparison, 38.2% of Connecticut students in grade 8 and 41.5% of Connecticut students in grade 7 met or exceeded state benchmarks in mathematics.

  Westbrook Middle School Principal Matthew Talmadge shared, “Over the past 4 years, Westbrook has doubled down on fidelity of curriculum implementation, utilization of best instructional practices, authentic literacy in all subject areas and targeted intervention for struggling learners.  Teachers understand that student growth is the big picture, and that moving the achievement needle forward requires all hands on deck and an intense focus on all of the little student pictures that create the mosaic.  Teachers are making informed educational decisions with consistency and the result for Westbrook Middle School’s students has been steady growth.”

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• WHS Weekly Parent Update for October 11th

  Hello there,

  Please click on the link to read the WHS Weekly Parent Update for October 11th.

  http://whs.westbrookctschools.org/friday_parent_updates

  Thank you.

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• Westbrook Public Schools Named to Advanced Placement School Honor Roll

  Press Release

  October 9, 2024 

   

  Submitted by: Dr. Kristina J. Martineau, Superintendent of Schools

  kmartineau@westbrookctschools.org

   

  Westbrook High School proudly announces its recognition on the College Board’s AP® School Honor Roll for the 2023 - 2024 school year, marking the second consecutive year the school has achieved this prestigious status. This accolade underscores Westbrook High School’s commitment to academic achievement and its dedication to providing all students with opportunities for advanced coursework. 

  The College Board honors schools that demonstrate high levels of student participation and success in Advanced Placement (AP) programs. While Westbrook High School has earned its AP Gold status again, it has also embraced a comprehensive approach to education by implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) that ensures all students receive the resources they need to thrive. This commitment to individualized support and academic rigor has translated into improvements across College Board’s criteria with year-over-year growth in all three categories - college culture, college credit, and college optimization.

   

  Westbrook High School’s data summary for the 2024 school year highlights: 

  Gold Recognition: Achieving the highest tier of the AP Honor Roll. 

  Robust Participation: 72% of the Class of 2024 engaged in at least one college credit course, showcasing the school’s commitment to college readiness. 

  Diverse AP Offerings: Westbrook High School students had access to a wide range of AP courses including:

  1.  AP 2D Art and Design Portfolio 
  2. AP Biology 
  3. AP Calculus AB
  4. AP Computer Science Principles 
  5. AP English Language and Composition 
  6. AP English Literature and Composition
  7. AP European History 
  8. AP Physics 
  9. AP Psychology
  10. AP Spanish
  11. AP Statistics
  12. AP United States Government and Politics 
  13. AP United States History 
  14. AP World History: Modern  

  Westbrook High School’s commitment to academic excellence is exemplified by its diverse AP course offerings, which provide students with opportunities to engage with college-level material. “AP gives students an opportunity to engage with college-level work, to earn college credit and placement, and to potentially boost their grade point averages,” said Trevor Packer, head of the AP program. “The schools that have earned this distinction are proof that it is possible to expand access to these college-level courses and still drive strong performance - they represent the best of AP.” 

  Principal Tara Winch added, “WHS is pleased to receive the AP Honor Roll Gold Distinction. We continue to offer a wide variety of AP courses to an increasingly diverse student population to maximize opportunities and access for all students. We are fortunate to provide academic opportunities that award college credit and increase college readiness to our students.” 

  Reflecting on this achievement, Angelo Saba, Director of Teaching and Learning at Westbrook Public Schools, emphasized the holistic approach. “Education is not just about imparting knowledge. It’s about igniting a passion for lifelong learning. At Westbrook Public Schools, we are committed to empowering every student to reach their full potential by challenging students to meet high expectations within their personalized needs.” 

  • WHS AP Honor Roll Press Release.pdf

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• WHS Welding Lab Grand Opening

  On Monday, September 30, 2024, Westbrook High School hosted a ribbon cutting for its newly enlarged and renovated Welding and Metals Fabrication lab space, made possible by grants from the American Welding Society, CT Supplemental Perkins Enhancement, the Westbrook Foundation and financial resources from the Town of Westbrook and the Board of Education.  Guests included Congressman Joe Courtney, CT Chief Manufacturing Officer Paul Lavoie, State Senator Norm Needleman, State Representatives Devin Carney and Chris Aniskovich, Willie Barber from Electric Boat, Tim Fox from SENEDIA, Westbrook Board of Selectmen and Board of Education and well as representatives from schools around CT, business and industry, and the Naval Submarine School in Groton.  

   

  As a result of this renovation, Westbrook students will receive skills and training to prepare them for well-paid careers as CT's next generation of makers, builders and creators. 

   

  For more pictures, visit https://whs.westbrookctschools.org/welding_lab_opening

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