A fundraiser many people in Westborough High School have been seeing flyers and hearing announcements about is Dress for Success. This program is an organization for women who are financially disadvantaged, and although they have work skills, they cannot afford the proper outfits for job interviews and work.
Facing History and Ourselves is senior social studies elective at WHS that has been offered for the past two years. I am currently taking this course, and I am very thankful for being a part of such a great class.
When we think of Holiday Ball, we think of gossiping with friends about boys, cute outfits, car arrangements, and after parties; but this year was a little different. Aside from Junior Prom and Senior Ball (both grade exclusive dances); Holiday Ball is usually the most anticipated, attended dance at WHS. As soon as December rolls around, the first snow day and the big dance are the two big events which to look forward.
Mrs. Frederick (better known as Keitha) and Mrs. Benoit (also known as Tootie), Westborough High School’s front office administrative assistants, are a very cheerful, efficient duo! Often overlooked, our secretaries play a major part in the smooth operation of our school. Without them, the school would soon grind to a halt.
“The Blind Side” is an inspirational true story about a poor, African-American young man named Michael Oher who is from inner city Memphis. He is taken in by a wealthy white family and through their support and Michael’s personal determination; he ends up playing in the national football league.
Mrs. Donna Latraverse and Mrs. Gayle Kenefick are the WHS Guidance Office Secretaries. In many ways, they are the heart of the Guidance Department.
On Tuesday, November 3, 2009, Ms. Lonergan and Mrs. Stoker’s American Literature class traveled by van to Newport, RI to visit the Rosecliff Mansion. The class had recently finished their unit on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic 1920’s novel The Great Gatsby.
Aviation Club was formed this year to provide students interested in airplanes with the opportunity to learn more about them and engage in discussion with an expert. In a typical meeting, members gather to view a film on airplanes, narrated by Mr. Sherman, during which students are encouraged to comment and ask questions. This new club meets once a month, from 2-3pm, in the Library Conference room.
You are strolling into school and “OH NO!” the bell rings and you are still on your way to class. You walk in to class a minute late only to sigh as you realize your teacher has already pressed the enter button to electronically send the attendance to the office.
Coming into Saturday’s game both the Westborough Rangers football team (4-4) and the Nashoba Chieftains (3-5) were both fighting for one of the eight Central Mass Division 1 playoff spots. After 44 minutes of play, however, one team looked ready to head to the playoffs while the other was headed for a long bus ride home.
