Check the board in the library and outside of the guidance suite for postings of jobs and other information.

                                                             The library will BE OPEN TILL 3:45 for after school hours today. 

NO more late busses for the year.

                                                     The late bus leaves the school at 3:45 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

ATTENDANCE REQUEST

Parents: Please use your PowerSchool Parent Portal to report your students attendance.

Please use these step-by-step instructions to help you navigate this new system.

 Or email whsattendance@waterfordschools.org 

Attendance Procedures:  As we continue to prioritize academic success and a focused learning environment, we want to remind families of the importance of consistent, 

on-time attendance and clarify our expectations around Tardies and Dismissals and Reporting Student Absences.

-Thank You -

WHS Health Room Hours

 (during school year)

7:20am - 2:20pm

To reach the health room please call the Main Office at 860-437-6956

                                                                                                               Nurse's Fax Number  860-437-6970

mstrickland@waterfordschools.org

Subject:  WHS Updates – October 24, 2025

Dear Waterford High School Families,

I hope this email finds you well.  Here are some reminders and updates about what is scheduled for the next few weeks:

• Powder Puff Football Game: During halftime of the Homecoming Football Game this evening, don’t miss our Powder Puff showdown!  This fun-filled competition is sure to be one of the highlights of the night – come cheer on your classmates and enjoy an unforgettable evening under the lights.

• Homecoming Dance: Join us on Saturday, October 25 in the Lancer Gym from 7:00-10:00 PM for our “Rio” themed Homecoming Dance.  WHS students can still purchase tickets at the door for $25.00 (cash or check). 

  • https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jFLYGPLc126tuFyeL7r-xK6p60QjUcl3Xwmkr_o7csU/edit?usp=sharing

• Yearbook: The 2026 yearbook is officially for sale. To purchase your copy at a discounted rate be sure to go to www.buytheyearbook.com before December 5, 2025. Our school code is 1654583-2601. Please email jbono@waterfordschools.org with any concerns.

• Best Buddies Fundraiser: Come support Best Buddies on Tuesday, October 28 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Chipotle.  Show the attached flyer at checkout or use code: 98TXLDF when ordering online.

  • Chipotle Fundraiser (English).pdf 

  • Chiptole Fundraiser (Spanish).pdf 

• Message From Safe Grad: Our Election Day Bake Sale is on Tuesday, November 4 at Waterford Town Hall.  Sign up to donate homemade or store-bought treats AND/OR to volunteer the day of! Bake Sale 11/4-Donate and/or Volunteer Sign Up

• All Parents Welcome: Our next Parents Advisory Coffee meeting of the school year is on Wednesday, October 29, from 7:30-8:30AM in the Library Reading Room.  Please join the WHS administrative team for an hour’s conversation and coffee.  We will share some information about the school year and some of our upcoming events, and as always, we will set aside some time for any questions you may have.  All are welcome and we hope to see you there!

With Lancer Pride,

Kirk Samuelson

WHS Principal

If you have lost something, please stop by the main office and describe the item in detail. 

Any items not claimed will be discarded or donated at the end of the school year.

Class of 2026 Senior Advisors

Jackie Bono jbono@waterfordschools.org 

Kyle Florio kflorio@waterfordschools.org

WHS Seniors and Senior Parents:

                                              Please review the Senior Late Arrival / Early Dismissal Guidance and Expectations in detail to fully understand this privilege.

                                      If your child meets these criteria and you wish to give them permission to arrive late or leave early, click this link to complete the permission form.

Waterford High School 

Student Parking Permit Form 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1z3PkcmHBAycd9YPsIvvU-aP9emMbR42ulbHImFILnh4/edit?usp=shari

WHS Update 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS

 The Lancelot 

WHS SAFE GRAD ORGANIZATION

“Waterford High School Safe Grad Organization (WHSSGO) is a parent run organization and is not sponsored by Waterford High School” 

Following is the link to our newsletter

whs.waterfordschools.org/athletics/news___information/athletics_newsletter 

For TODAY'S SCHEDULES

ciac.fpsports.org/DashboardSchedule.aspx?QuickFilter=3&Name=Waterford+HS+Practcies%2fGames+All+Levels&CustomFilterID=5162&L=1&SchoolID=166&SportID2=0&TypeID=0&LevelID=0&DateRange=1&DateStart=2024-08-14&DateEnd=2025-06-30&ViewID=2&SportID=All 

                                                                                                                                                                       OR

                                                                 arbiterlive.com/Teams?entityId=24890 

CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO VISIT THE SECTION OF OUR SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT WEBPAGE FOR COLLEGE INFORMATION