WHS Weekly Memo for February 27, 2026
Friday greetings, Westbrook High School community! Let's catch up on the week and look ahead.
Electric Boat Application Day
Along with 8 other shoreline schools, 7 of our students will have the opportunity to interview for a career with Electric Boat. Electric Boat (EB) is hosting high school Application Days across Connecticut in early 2026 to recruit for manufacturing and trade positions. These on-site events, such as the one today at Westbrook High School, provide opportunities for students to learn about careers in shipbuilding. I want to thank Leslie Carson, Career/College Readiness Coordinator, for forging this relationship with EB and for providing this opportunity for our students.Seven of our students, along with those from eight other shoreline schools, will be afforded the opportunity to interview for a career with Electric Boat (EB). EB is hosting high school Application Days throughout Connecticut in early 2026 to recruit for manufacturing and trade positions. These on-site events, such as the one being held today at Westbrook High School, offer students the chance to learn about careers in shipbuilding. I extend my gratitude to Leslie Carson, Career/College Readiness Coordinator, for establishing this relationship with EB and for facilitating this valuable opportunity for our students. On an exciting note, Congressman Joe Courtney demonstrated his strong support for this program by visiting WHS to tour our welding lab and see the EB application day himself. We appreciate his steady involvement and support in our school to career program.
Course Scheduling for 9th, 10th & 11th Graders
In preparation for the 2026–2027 school year, students in grades 9–11 will engage in a structured course selection process during Advisory. The new Program of Study was introduced to students today. On March 24, 2026, students will participate in a WHS Course Selection Preparation & Student Success Plan session within their advisory classrooms, where they will receive necessary guidance and materials to facilitate deliberate planning for the 2026–2027 school year. The formal course selections for the 2026–2027 school year will take place on March 30, 2026. This three-step procedure is 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.
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on March 12, 2026. Please see the WMS/WHS Spring Conferences document for detailed information about using schoolappointments.com and scheduling a live or virtual conference. Note that there are tabs in this document – one for WMS and one for WHS. This is what you need to know now:
- The conference day is half day for students
- Dismissal for students is 12:15 PM
- WMS has an early dismissal for students on 3/10 (and two conference days), but WHS will have a full school day on 3/10 and only one conference day on 3/12
- Thursday’s conferences start at 1 PM and end at 6 PM
- Conferences may be held virtually, in-person or a call back can be requested
- Appointments are made in 10 minute increments with individual teachers
- Conference sign-ups are on a first-come, first-served basis
- If conference slots fill up, a “call-back” can be scheduled in lieu of a conference
- Conferences will be scheduled using the School Appointments platform
- You will have six days to sign up for conferences
- Conferences may be booked from Tuesday, March 3 at 9 AM through Sunday, March 8 at noon.
Upcoming High School Play: The Neverland Project
Join us for our spring production of The Neverland Project! Our talented cast and crew have been working hard to bring this exciting performance to life, and we can’t wait to share it with our school community.
Location: Westbrook High School Auditorium
Performance Dates & Times:
- Friday, March 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
- Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets are available for purchase on the Westbrook High School website and will also be sold at the door. All seats are reserved, so make sure you get your tickets in advance.
Come out and support our amazing cast and crew—we hope to see you there!
PTSO Updates
The next High School PTSO meeting will be held on Monday, March 9, at 6:00 p.m. The PTSO is currently seeking business sponsorships for the Daisy Dash, its largest fundraiser of the year. Businesses interested in sponsoring are encouraged to contact Tovah Vincent. A Trivia Night fundraiser is also tentatively scheduled for April 23.
Project Graduation Update
Tomorrow is the last day for the Online Gift Card Raffle – it ends on 2/28! Get your tickets before time runs out. $750 is up for grabs!
Daisy Dash 5K
The 13th Annual Daisy Dash 5K will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Daisy Ingraham Elementary School. This popular community event includes a Run/Walk 5K and a Kids Fun Run, with all proceeds benefiting the Westbrook Public Schools PTO. Families are encouraged to join for a fun, healthful morning supporting our schools and students. Volunteers are always needed and can sign up here.
Website: www.daisydash5K.com
Email: Info@daisydash5k.com
Saturday SAT Preparation Sessions
WHS will offer three more free Saturday SAT preparation sessions 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.
Session Dates:
• Saturday, March 7, 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
• Saturday, March 21, 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
• Saturday, March 28, 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Light on Westbrook
Light on Westbrook is a community photography exhibition and photo drawing presented by The Oxford Academy and Westbrook Schools in support of The Meal Project for Westbrook Youth. The event will take place on Saturday, March 21, from 6:30–8:30 pm at The Oxford Academy’s Stone Family Student Center. Proceeds benefit youth food support initiatives in Westbrook, and community members are encouraged to attend and support this meaningful cause.
The Weeks Ahead
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Date |
Event |
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February 28 |
Last Day for Project Grad Online Gift Card Raffle - Click Here |
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March 4 |
Music Boosters Meeting - Culinary Room at 6:30 p.m. |
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March 5 |
Half Day, PD-No Students |
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March 6-7 |
HS Drama Production
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March 6 |
Full Day Regional PD - No Students |
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March 7 |
SAT Training at WHS 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
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March 9 |
PTSO Meeting - WHS Library at 6 p.m. |
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March 11 |
Combined MS/HS Concert 7:00 p.m. |
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March 14 |
Cornhole Tournament |
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March 21 |
Daisy Dash |
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March 21 |
SAT Training at WHS 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
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March 28 |
SAT Training at WHS 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Athletics
We are looking forward to an exciting stretch for Westbrook Athletics as we transition from winter postseason play into the start of our spring season.
We are excited to cheer on our Girls Basketball team as they compete in the first round of the Shoreline Conference Tournament tomorrow at 12:30 PM at Nathan Hale-Ray High School. Best of luck to our Knights as they begin tournament play.
As our winter season begins to wind down, we are also preparing to celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of our winter athletes. Winter sports award dates are listed below, and we look forward to recognizing the dedication, growth, and success of our teams.
At the same time, spring sports are right around the corner. Registration is now open for Baseball, Softball, Tennis, and Outdoor Track and Field. Please be sure to register by Monday, March 13 so that your student-athlete is cleared and ready for the first day of the season.
Winter Sports Celebration Dates
Families are invited to join us as we celebrate our Winter Sports teams and recognize their dedication, growth, and accomplishments this season. Please see the celebration schedule below:
WHS Boys Basketball – Wednesday, March 11 at 5:30 PM, WHS Library
WHS Girls Basketball – Wednesday, March 18 at 5:30 PM, WHS Library
WHS Indoor Track & Field – Tuesday, March 24 at 6:30 PM, WHS Library
Desserts will be served, including gluten-free options. If you or a family member have additional dietary needs, please contact Caitlin Eichler at ceichler@westbrookctschools.org.
Spring Sports Registration is Open!
Baseball
- Practice Begins: Saturday, March 14, 2026
- Games Begin: Saturday, April 4, 2026
- Head Coach: Pat Sirois | Assistant Coaches: Derek Hanssen, Matt Amendola
- Register Here
Softball
- Practice Begins: Saturday, March 14, 2026
- Games Begin: Monday, April 6, 2026
- Head Coach: Kenneth Hyne | Assistant Coach: Callie Newberg
- Register Here
Boys Tennis
- Practice Begins: Saturday, March 21, 2026
- Matches Begin: Saturday, April 4, 2026
- Head Coach: Dan Shapiro | Assistant Coach: TBA
- Register Here
Girls Tennis
- Practice Begins: Saturday, March 21, 2026
- Matches Begin: Friday, April 10, 2026
- Head Coach: Missy Belcourt | Assistant Coach: Katie Fratamico
- Register Here
Outdoor Track & Field
- Practice Begins: Saturday, March 21, 2026
- Meets Begin: Saturday, April 4, 2026
- Head Coach: Sheridan Bauman | Assistant Coach: TBA
- Register Here
How to Register:
- Complete online registration by March 13th: WHS Spring Athletics Registration
- Ensure medical forms are up to date with the school nurse for clearance.
- Questions? Contact ArbiterSports at support@arbitersports.com or 1-800-311-4060.
Need equipment assistance? Contact Caitlin Eichler at ceichler@westbrookctschools.org.
Don’t delay! Register today and get ready for a fantastic spring season. Let’s make it a great one for the Purple Knights!
Second Annual Athletic Boosters Cornhole Tournament- Sign Up Today!
We’re excited to announce the Second Annual Westbrook Athletic Boosters Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser! We hope you’ll join us for another fun-filled day supporting Westbrook athletics.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, March 14th
Time: Tournament begins at 11:00 AM
Location: Westbrook High School Gymnasium
Whether you’re a seasoned cornhole competitor or just looking for a fun way to spend a winter Saturday, this event is for everyone.
Sign Up Your Team:
Register your team using the link below and be sure to submit pre-payment to secure your spot. Space is limited to 32 teams, so early registration is encouraged.
Sign Up Here:
https://forms.gle/sbwtTzJN2LUeYCff6
Entry Fee: $50 per team (2 players per team)
Prizes: Cash prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams
More Than Just Cornhole:
Not playing? Come anyway! Enjoy concessions, raffles, music, and a great community atmosphere throughout the event.
Cornhole Tournament Raffle Donations Needed:
We are also looking for donations of local gift cards or raffle baskets to help make our raffle a success. If you’re interested in donating, please sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094EA4AC29A4F8C07-61519448-corn#/
All proceeds from the tournament directly support Westbrook student-athletes and athletic programs. Your participation and generosity help make a meaningful impact.
We look forward to another successful tournament and hope to see you there!
WHS Winter Sports Game Schedules (subject to change—please check regularly)
- Girls Basketball Schedule
- Girls Gymnastics Co-op Schedule
- Girls Ice Hockey Co-op Schedule
- Wrestling Co-op Schedule
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
- Today's WHS Athletic Games
- Westbrook High School Athletics Website
- CAS-CIAC Website
- Shoreline Conference Website
- Alternate Transportation Form
- Following a Team on ArbiterLive
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
