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Weekly Update for WHS - 4/24/2026

Greetings, Westbrook High School Community,

Please see the following updates for WHS.

Quarter 3 Grades

Quarter 3 grades are finalized in Powerschool. You are encouraged to sign in and view grades online if you have not already done so. Teachers take the time to enter valuable comments that will give you a better understanding of your student’s performance and progress in each subject. Contact Lisa Anderson (landerson@westbrookctschools.org or (860) 399-6214) if you experience any issues getting into PowerSchool.

Celebrating our Administrative Professionals

Speaking of Mrs. Anderson, administrative professionals are often the unsung heroes of our schools, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. We get to celebrate them this week, for it is Administrative Professionals’ Week. At Westbrook High School, we are incredibly fortunate to have Maggie Vincent, Lisa Anderson and Yoya Kapelli (brand new attendance and athletics secretary this year!) running the show. Their dedication, expertise and warm presence make a profound difference every day. From managing complex requests and communications to providing support for students, families, and staff, they handle countless responsibilities with remarkable efficiency and kindness. Their problem-solving abilities and unwavering commitment to our school community are invaluable. We deeply appreciate our administrative professionals!

Quiz Bowl

Quiz Bowl advisor, Craig O-Connor Hall, is excited to announce that the Westbrook Quiz Bowl team beat North Branford recently to complete their first ever undefeated season! Westbrook has won the Shoreline League regular season championship and will be the #1 seed in the tournament that will take place on June 4. Way to go, Quiz Bowl team!

Testing

Believe it or not, AP exam administration starts in only 7 school days. The 2026 AP Exams will be administered in schools over two weeks in May: May 4–8 and May 11–15. If your student has any questions about testing logistics or what to expect before, during and after testing, they should contact counselor Rachel Kurek next week.

PTSO & Project Graduation

The PTSO and Project Graduation Board would like to make you aware of some important dates coming up. Please take a look at the following dates. For more information, see the School Messenger we sent out yesterday. Our seniors, teachers and school appreciate your support.

APRIL 14-27: Be Spring Cleaners and Support our Seniors! Stewards Ace Hardware in Clinton fundraiser

APRIL 20-MAY 11: Project Grad Online Auction

MAY 4-8: Teacher Appreciation Week!

MAY 4: PTSO Meeting @ 6:45

MAY 9: Westbrook’s Garden Club Market & Project Grad Bake Sale @ Town Hall

MAY 13: Westbrook Lobster Fundraiser - Eat at Westbrook Lobster and support our seniors

MAY 19: Trivia Night (New Date) WMS Cafe @ 5:30

JUNE 7: Baccalaureate @2pm at St. Mark's Church (for senior families)

Advisory

During advisory today, students participated in a special career readiness session led by local business and industry partners. Guests shared information about their careers and workplaces, then guided students through real-world scenarios focused on important “durable skills” such as communication, professionalism, initiative, and decision-making.

Students discussed each scenario, considering positive and negative outcomes and how they might respond in similar situations. This interactive experience helped students better understand workplace expectations and build skills that are essential for future success.

Carefully designed by College/Career Coordinator Leslie Carson, this opportunity aligned with our Portrait of a Graduate goals and supported students in developing the habits and mindsets needed for college, careers, and beyond. Thank you to Leslie for planning this and to our community members for making this so very meaningful and “real.”

The Weeks Ahead (Note: Subject to change)

Date	Event
May 1	FCCLA Spring Blood Drive
May 4-15	AP Testing
May 13	Small Ensembles Concert 7:30 PM
May 14	Large Ensembles Concert 7:30 PM
May 21	Senior Trip/Early Dismissal
May 22	No School for Students
May 22	Prom @ Woodwinds
May 25	Memorial Day - No School - Parade 10 AM
June 9	Underclassmen Awards Night
June 10	Senior Awards & Scholarships Night
June 12	Senior Breakfast @ The Elks
June 12	Graduation
June 17	Early Dismissal Day
June 18	Last Day of School - Early Dismissal

Athletics

Spring athletics are approaching the midpoint of the regular season, and it has been great to see our teams in full competition mode. Student-athletes have done an excellent job building on their early-season preparation and continuing to grow as they work toward both individual and team goals. The effort, sportsmanship, and commitment across all programs remain outstanding.

Congratulations to Kyle Leandri on earning his 100th varsity career hit on Wednesday versus Hale-Ray, an outstanding accomplishment and a testament to his hard work and dedication.

As we move through the heart of the season, we are looking forward to more consistent weather and continued opportunities for our teams to compete, improve, and represent Westbrook with pride. Thank you to our coaches, student-athletes, and families for your continued support and dedication.

We look forward to another great week of Westbrook spring athletics.

Senior Spring Athlete Celebration Dates:

Boys Tennis: Wednesday, May 6 vs. Old Saybrook at 5:45 PM (Senior celebrations begin at 5:15 PM)
Girls Tennis: Monday, May 18 vs. Cromwell at 4:00 PM (Senior celebrations begin at 2:45 PM)
Boys Baseball: Tuesday, May 19 vs. Platt Tech at 6:00 PM (Senior celebrations begin at approximately 5:30 PM)
Softball: Wednesday, May 20 vs. East Hampton High School at 4:00 PM (Senior celebrations begin at 3:45 PM)

WHS Spring Sports Game Schedules (subject to change—please check regularly)

Baseball Schedule
Softball Schedule
Boys Tennis Schedule
Girls Tennis Schedule
Outdoor Track and Field Schedule (same for girls and boys)

Important Links

Contact Information

Caitlin Eichler
PK–12 Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Health
ceichler@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-7099

Emily Gorki
Athletic Trainer
egorki@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-6214

Thank you for your continued support of Westbrook Public Schools as we aim to deliver an exceptional education that empowers every student to explore their passion and purpose. Enjoy your break!

Sincerely,

Matt Talmadge

WHS/WMS Principal

Westbrook High School

Shoreline Arts Alliance Partners with Schools From Local Area

Shoreline Arts Alliance Partners with Schools From Lyme-Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook to Host the First Annual Shoreline Arts Alliance Unified Arts Showcase

On Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., Shoreline Arts Alliance will host the first annual Shoreline Arts Alliance Unified Arts Showcase at Flat Rock Gallery in Westbrook, Connecticut. This formal gallery event is the celebration of a year-long partnership with area schools to create the first Shoreline Arts Alliance Unified Arts Showcase in the State of Connecticut. Students from Lyme-Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook have been creating works of art through Unified Arts classes and afterschool clubs throughout the 2025-2026 school year. Once a month, students and staff from all three school districts have met to work collaboratively on art projects, to strengthen community connections and friendships, and to develop their passion and skills as young artists. Each school has created a town-shaped puzzle piece of art that will be displayed together at the showcase, highlighting the community and regional friendship of these three school districts. This will serve as a state-wide model that will grow into a larger map as the puzzle pieces of more towns are connected in the coming years. In the years ahead, this event will continue to grow to include school districts throughout the State of Connecticut.

Lyme-Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook have a long history of working closely together in the well established CAS-CIAC Unified Sports Program- bringing students with and without special needs together across the State of Connecticut to compete in athletic events and to strengthen community commitment to belonging and inclusion for all students. This year, school staff from these three towns met with Shoreline Arts Alliance Director, Eric Dillner, to collaborate on the idea to expand these regional opportunities beyond just athletics and to create a showcase and formal gallery art show to support young aspiring artists. Mr. Dillner shared his thoughts about the expanded partnership for a Unified Arts collaborative: “I’m excited to launch this initiative, highlighting Shoreline Arts Alliance’s mission to build inclusive, supportive arts communities—proving the arts can transform lives and are for everyone.” Since 1980, Shoreline Arts Alliance has been enriching the state of Connecticut and serving 24 shoreline towns as a Designated Regional State Arts Organization of the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development. These communities encourage, empower, and develop talented artists—transforming their lives in the process.

Dr. Kristina Martineau, Westbrook Superintendent of Schools, shared her excitement about the new program: “Our teachers in all three school districts have worked hard to create an amazing experience for our students to grow as artists together and as individuals. Our dedicated educators have spent countless hours of their time planning and leading regional events and school based activities throughout the year to teach our students how to grow as artists. And the kids have had so much fun together through it all. It has been an incredible experience and the art work our students have created this year is truly an inspiration. I am most excited to see the town inspired puzzle pieces that will be unveiled at the gallery opening event in May. I am grateful for the partnership with Shoreline Arts Alliance to support this vision of a regional unified arts model and for organizing and hosting what will be a memorable, impactful, and inspiring showcase of young artists from Lyme-Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook.”

Old Saybrook Public Schools Director of Student Services Sarah Smalley shared her thoughts about the strong regional partnership and the importance of continuing to strengthen opportunities for all students: “Collaborative opportunities for our students across our districts allow for the expansion of social networks organically. The ability to connect in art and community is a one of a kind experience and Old Saybrook is lucky to have neighboring districts work together to provide these occasions. Adding this event to an already rich catalog of Unified opportunities helps further our collective missions of meaningful inclusion and experiences.”
- Westbrook Press Release- Shoreline Unified Arts Showcase.pdf
Westbrook Public Schools

Weekly Update for 4/10/2026

WHS

April 10, 2026

Greetings, Westbrook High School Community,

It has been a busy week at WHS. We are all ready for a break! If you are able to take some time off this coming week, I hope you enjoy and stay healthy.

State Testing

It is state testing time in the public schools. Congratulations to our juniors who just took the SAT this past Tuesday. That test had been looming over them, and I am certain that there is relief now that it is done. Many students are gearing up for AP exams currently; they start next month. Please reach out to Rachel Kurek if you want specific information about upcoming AP test dates and details.

Concert Season

Concert season is upon us. If you have a student involved in the music program, please communicate with Mrs. Floyd and/or Mr. Gerhardt if there are questions about expectations, attire or anything else. Performances are celebratory events that showcase learning; let’s make sure students are present, prepared, on time and resolving any issues long before the dates of the concerts. See below for said dates and times.

The Weeks Ahead (Note: Subject to change)

Date	Event
April 13 - 17	Spring Break
April 23	PTO Trivia Night (tentative)
May 1	FCCLA Spring Blood Drive
May 4-15	AP Testing
May 13	Small Ensembles Concert 7:30 PM
May 14	Large Ensembles Concert 7:30 PM
May 21	Senior Trip/Early Dismissal
May 22	No School for Students
May 22	Prom @ Woodwinds
May 25	Memorial Day - No School - Parade 10 AM
June 9	Underclassmen Awards Night
June 10	Senior Awards & Scholarships Night
June 12	Senior Breakfast @ The Elks
June 12	Graduation
June 17	Early Dismissal Day
June 18	Last Day of School - Early Dismissal

Athletics

Spring athletics continue to move forward as teams have now begun regular season competition. It has been exciting to see our student-athletes transition from early-season preparation into game action while continuing to work toward both their individual and team goals. The effort, sportsmanship, and commitment across all programs have been outstanding.

As we move further into the season, we continue to look forward to warmer weather and more opportunities for our teams to compete and grow. Thank you to our coaches, student-athletes, and families for your continued support and dedication.

We look forward to another great week of Westbrook spring athletics.

Upcoming Winter Sports Awards

Please join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our winter teams:

WHS Indoor Track & Field Awards- Date Change!
Tuesday, April 21
6:30 PM
WHS Library

WHS Spring Sports Game Schedules (subject to change—please check regularly)

Baseball Schedule
Softball Schedule
Boys Tennis Schedule
Girls Tennis Schedule
Outdoor Track and Field Schedule (same for girls and boys)

Important Links

Contact Information

Caitlin Eichler
PK–12 Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Health
ceichler@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-7099

Emily Gorki
Athletic Trainer
egorki@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-6214

Thank you for your continued support of Westbrook Public Schools as we aim to deliver an exceptional education that empowers every student to explore their passion and purpose. Enjoy your break!

Sincerely,

Matt Talmadge

WHS/WMS Principal

Westbrook High School

Weekly Update for WHS - 4/2/2026

Greetings, Westbrook High School Community,

As you begin planning for the months ahead, please review the calendar below. Spring is an especially busy time in our schools, and this memo highlights key upcoming dates to support your planning through the end of the school year.

The Weeks Ahead (Note: Subject to change)

Date	Event
April 2	End of Quarter 3
April 3	No School for Students and Staff
April 6	Start of Quarter 4
April 7	SAT School-Day State Assessment for Juniors
April 13 - 17	Spring Break
April 23	PTO Trivia Night (tentative)
May 1	FCCLA Spring Blood Drive
May 4-15	AP Testing
May 13	Small Ensembles Concert 7:30 PM
May 14	Large Ensembles Concert 7:30 PM
May 21	Senior Trip/Early Dismissal
May 22	No School for Students
May 22	Prom @ Woodwinds
May 25	Memorial Day - No School - Parade 10 AM
June 9	Underclassmen Awards Night
June 10	Senior Awards & Scholarships Night
June 12	Senior Breakfast @ The Elks
June 12	Graduation
June 17	Early Dismissal Day
June 18	Last Day of School - Early Dismissal

Athletics

Spring athletics are in full swing, and it has been great to see our student-athletes working hard over the past two weeks. There has been strong energy and commitment across all programs as teams continue to build skills, develop team chemistry, and prepare for the season ahead.

Some teams will kick off their opening games this Saturday, marking an exciting milestone for our spring sports season. We are thrilled to see so many Westbrook students participating and representing our school this spring. Their dedication, effort, and enthusiasm have been outstanding.

Thank you to our coaches, student-athletes, and families for your continued support. We are looking forward to an exciting and successful spring season ahead.

Go Knights!

Spring Athletic Photos:

High School Spring Sports Photo Day will take place on Thursday, April 9. Photos will be held in the hallway between the Middle School and High School gyms.

Photo schedule is as follows:
2:30–2:45 PM — Girls Tennis
2:50–3:10 PM — Outdoor Track and Field
3:15–3:30 PM — Softball
3:35–3:50 PM — Boys Tennis

Student-athletes should report promptly at their scheduled time and come prepared with their uniforms or team apparel.

Upcoming Winter Sports Awards

Please join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our winter teams:

WHS Indoor Track & Field Awards- Date Change!
Tuesday, April 21
6:30 PM
WHS Library

Spring Sports Registration is Open!

There is still time to join a spring sport this season! As we move further into spring practices, we continue to welcome new student-athletes who are interested in getting involved.

Spring is a great opportunity for students to try something new, connect with teammates, and be part of the excitement that comes with a new season. With warmer weather on the horizon and scrimmages approaching, now is the perfect time to jump in.

If your student is interested in participating, please be sure to register as soon as possible so they can be cleared and ready to join their team. We look forward to a great spring season and hope to see even more student-athletes take advantage of this opportunity.

Baseball (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Games Begin: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Head Coach: Pat Sirois
Assistant Coaches: Derek Hanssen, Matt Amendola

Softball (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Monday, March 16, 2026 (3:00–5:00 PM @ WHS Gym)
Games Begin: Monday, April 6, 2026
Head Coach: Kenneth Hyne
Assistant Coaches: Callie Newberg and Abby Fredrickson

Boys Tennis (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Matches Begin: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Head Coach: Dan Shapiro
Assistant Coach: Nathan Comment

Girls Tennis (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Matches Begin: Friday, April 10, 2026
Head Coach: Missy Belcourt
Assistant Coach: Katie Fratamico

Outdoor Track & Field (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Monday, March 23, 2026
Meets Begin: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Head Coach: Sheridan Bauman

Important Reminder: A physical dated within the last 13 months must be on file with the school nurse in order to participate.

If your athlete needs assistance obtaining equipment, please contact Caitlin Eichler directly at ceichler@westbrookctschools.org.

For registration support, please contact ArbiterSports at support@arbitersports.com or 1-800-311-4060.

WHS Spring Sports Game Schedules (subject to change—please check regularly)

Baseball Schedule
Softball Schedule
Boys Tennis Schedule
Girls Tennis Schedule
Outdoor Track and Field Schedule (same for girls and boys)

Important Links

Contact Information

Caitlin Eichler
PK–12 Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Health
ceichler@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-7099

Emily Gorki
Athletic Trainer
egorki@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-6214

Thank you for your continued support of Westbrook Public Schools as we aim to deliver an exceptional education that empowers every student to explore their passion and purpose.

Sincerely,

Matt Talmadge

WHS/WMS Principal

Westbrook High School

Weekly Update for WHS - 3/27/26

Greetings, Westbrook High School community! Let's catch up on the week and look ahead.

Annual CAS and CABE Awards

On March 30, Anjali C. and Katie F. will be honored at the Connecticut Association of Schools Outstanding Arts Banquet for excellence in the performing and/or visual arts, as well as scholarship and leadership. CAS annually recognizes two seniors from each member high school across the state.

On May 3, Kyle L. and Katie F. will be recognized at the Aqua Turf Club in Southington as Westbrook High School’s 2025–2026 Scholar Athletes. Both are multi-year varsity athletes who exemplify strong academics, service, integrity, and self-discipline. Congratulations to Kyle, Katie, and their families.

Westbrook High School has also selected Brooke O. and Lillian B. as recipients of the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education Student Leadership Award. This honor recognizes outstanding decision-making, commitment, diplomacy, and care for others. They will be formally recognized at an upcoming Board of Education meeting.

Congratulations to our students and their families on both CAS and CABE recognition.

Middlesex Health Shoreline Clinic Career Day

Westbrook High School recently sent several juniors on a hands-on field trip to explore careers in the medical field. During this experience, students learned about the pathway from high school to medical school and beyond from an emergency room physician. They practiced suturing with a physician’s assistant, performed carotid ultrasounds, and tried intubation with paramedics. Students also explored blood sampling and laboratory analysis, learned how biomedical equipment technicians maintain hospital technology, and engaged in real-world scenarios with nursing staff. Additional sessions highlighted careers in occupational and physical therapy. At each station, students gained insight into required education, training, salaries, and job demand. Take a look at our students in action here.

Saturday SAT Preparation Sessions

WHS will offer one more free Saturday SAT preparation session for Grade 11 students in March in preparation for the April 2026 CT SAT School Day. These sessions are designed to complement classroom instruction and in-school SAT support with Learning Consultants Group, LLC, and are open only to WHS juniors.
• Saturday, March 28, 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. (Both Math and ELA sessions will run)

Course Scheduling for 9th, 10th & 11th Graders

The formal course selections for the 2026–2027 school year will take place on March 30, 2026. These procedures are designed to ensure students are thoroughly informed and supported as they make critical academic decisions. Please direct any inquiries regarding the course selection process to Rachel Kurek, Counselor 9-12, or Leslie Carson, College/Career Readiness Coordinator.

Community Opportunities

In the month of April, you will have the opportunity to donate, play and invite the Easter Bunny over to your house (sort of). Please click on the links below if you are interested in learning more.

Egg my Yard

Bikes for Kids

Scrabble Scramble

Project Graduation

Take the night off and support Westbrook High School’s Safe Grad Night on Tuesday, March 31, from 4 p.m. to close at Luigi’s in Old Saybrook. A portion of all dine-in and takeout proceeds will be donated to support this important event. See this flyer for all of the details.

The Weeks Ahead

Date	Event
March 28	SAT Training at WHS 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
March 31	Support Project Graduation - Eat at Luigi’s!
April 2	End of Quarter 3
April 3	No School for Students and Staff
April 6	Start of Quarter 4
April 7	SAT School-Day State Assessment for Juniors
April 13 - 17	Spring Break

Athletics

We are almost one full week into regular spring sports practices, and it has been great to see our student-athletes out and about, working hard, and enjoying the start of the season. There has been strong energy across all programs as teams continue to build skills, chemistry, and momentum.

With warmer weather right around the corner, we are looking forward to getting outside more consistently and transitioning into upcoming scrimmages. These early opportunities will be an important step as teams prepare for the regular season.

Thank you to our coaches, student-athletes, and families for your continued support as we begin what promises to be an exciting spring season. Go Knights!

Athletic Trainer Appreciation Month

March is National Athletic Trainer Appreciation Month. The Athletic Leadership Council has planned a number of celebrations to recognize our athletic trainer, Emily Gorki. We are incredibly appreciative of everything Emily does to support and care for our student-athletes and thank her for the dedication she brings to our athletic programs every day.

Upcoming Winter Sports Awards

Please join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our winter teams:

WHS Indoor Track & Field Awards- Date Change!
Tuesday, April 21
6:30 PM
WHS Library

Spring Sports Registration is Open!

There is still time to join a spring sport this season! As we move further into spring practices, we continue to welcome new student-athletes who are interested in getting involved.

Baseball (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Games Begin: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Head Coach: Pat Sirois
Assistant Coaches: Derek Hanssen, Matt Amendola

Softball (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Monday, March 16, 2026 (3:00–5:00 PM @ WHS Gym)
Games Begin: Monday, April 6, 2026
Head Coach: Kenneth Hyne
Assistant Coaches: Callie Newberg and Abby Fredrickson

Boys Tennis (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Matches Begin: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Head Coach: Dan Shapiro
Assistant Coach: Nathan Comment

Girls Tennis (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Matches Begin: Friday, April 10, 2026
Head Coach: Missy Belcourt
Assistant Coach: Katie Fratamico

Outdoor Track & Field (Register Here)

Practice Begins: Monday, March 23, 2026
Meets Begin: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Head Coach: Sheridan Bauman

Important Reminder: A physical dated within the last 13 months must be on file with the school nurse in order to participate.

If your athlete needs assistance obtaining equipment, please contact Caitlin Eichler directly at ceichler@westbrookctschools.org.

For registration support, please contact ArbiterSports at support@arbitersports.com or 1-800-311-4060.

WHS Spring Sports Game Schedules (subject to change—please check regularly)

Baseball Schedule
Softball Schedule
Boys Tennis Schedule
Girls Tennis Schedule
Outdoor Track and Field Schedule (same for girls and boys)

Important Links

Contact Information

Caitlin Eichler
PK–12 Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Health
ceichler@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-7099

Emily Gorki
Athletic Trainer
egorki@westbrookctschools.org
860-399-6214

Thank you for your continued support of Westbrook Public Schools as we aim to deliver an exceptional education that empowers every student to explore their passion and purpose.

Sincerely,

Matt Talmadge

WHS/WMS Principal

Westbrook High School

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