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Check out some of the incredible Holiday doors that were decorated at Pagels! You can see more on Instagram by following @westhavenpublicschoolsct!
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Miss New Jersey collegiate pageant contestant shares a holiday story with Washington's 1st graders!
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The 4th Grade Chorus at Savin Rock performed in front of students and teachers in a school-wide concert today! They did an excellent job! Follow us on Instagram (@westhavenpublicschoolsct) to hear songs from their concert!
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West Haven High School Peer Advocates preparing for Toys for Joy!
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In case you missed the WHHS winter band concert, you can check out clips from last week's performance here: https://bit.ly/3YxVivT.
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Congratulations to the WHHS Children's Theater on an excellent performance Saturday from their show, "How Many Days of Christmas Are There?" In case you missed it, you can check out photos here: https://bit.ly/3v41azC.
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West Haven Public Schools is providing breakfasts and lunches free of charge under the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) through the Child Nutrition Department. The students in West Haven will continue to receive free benefits throughout the school year. The school districts that are in jeopardy of their funds running out are not on the CEP program. All West Haven Public Schools will continue to receive free breakfast and lunch for the duration of the school year.
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Over 2ļøā£0ļøā£0ļøā£ families helped Washington bring back its yearly holiday tradition - Family Craft Night! Families got to make gingerbread houses, sand art, holiday ornaments, and so much more!
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Students at Washington had a great time singing and dancing today at the Holiday Sing A Long!šš¶
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The WHHS Childrenās Theatre performed its play, āHow many days of Christmas are there?ā for all 2 graders this week for some practice before their public performance this Sat., 12/17! The show is free of charge for ALL families and will start at 10:30 a.m. in the WHHS Auditorium.
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Last night, Seth Haleyās PTA hosted āPancakes in Pajamasā! The fun night included pajamas, holiday shopping, story time, pancakes, and more!
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Forest hosted a Winter Wonderland night for students and families! Santa and Mrs. Clause also made an appearance!
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WHHS hosted its Alumni Homecoming last night as counselors helped alumni reach their career goals! The even took place in the Career Center.
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The West Haven girls volleyball team was presented the 2022 Sportsmanship Award from the New Haven board of volleyball officials! Congratulations Coach Kate Coldren and the captains on this well deserved honor!
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On December 3rd, the MUN (Model United Nations) Club took part in the UNH Charger MUN Conference, and everyone did a great job while learning a lot! Also, congratulations to Alvaro Sarmiento on winning the "Best Delegate" award! It is one of the highest honors at the conference for being the most prepared and aware of their topic. Great job MUN Westies!
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West Haven families looking for information about the 'Pandemic EBT' Child Care program? Please visit this link > https://portal.ct.gov/DSS/SNAP/Pandemic-EBT.
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The šššš«š§ ššØ šš¤ššš šš«šØš š«šš¦ returns this winter beginning January 8th, 2023! It's a 10-week program for ages 4 - 12 years old. Please see the flyer for more information. You can also access the website by clicking here > https://bit.ly/3UOZi8f.
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Congratulations to all of our incredibly talented students at Carrigan for their performance at the Band & Choral Concert yesterday!
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State Representative Dorinda Borer stopped by Mackrille today for our students to thank her for her support in helping us get a new playground! Thank you!
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