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Week of 5/4 Warrior Weekly

Posted Date: 05/01/26 (05:15 PM)
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The West Orange High School Warrior Weekly logo features the school's mascot and contact information.

WEEK OF MAY 4 - 8, 2026

Important Dates and Updates

Principal Appreciation Day

Friday, May 1st is Principal Appreciation Day.

Thank you Principal Jackson for being the ultimate Warrior for West Orange!
 

Teacher Appreciation Week - May 4 - 8

The word MAHALO is displayed in large orange letters with blue outlines, set against a light blue background with tropical foliage and flowers.
 

Yearbook Sales and Distribution

Yearbooks will be distributed on May 11 in Room 216.
Students must have their ID to pick up.
There is a limited number of yearbooks left at yearbookforever.com. 
 

Check out end of year testing info in the Testing section below.

 

CLASS OF 2026 UPDATES

Senior Event Info and Updates


Linked HERE is a compiled list of senior events and information. Information will be updated as it becomes available.

Specific questions about anything Senior related, please contact Chaney.Mottin@ocps.net or TEXT Mrs. Mottin at 321-430-1591.
 
Invitation to West Orange High School's Class of 2026 Baccalaureate ceremony.
 

Laptops and Library Books

Senior laptops must be turned in no later than May 12th.
Exceptions are made for those seniors still testing after this date.

Library books and textbooks are due no later than May 12th.

YOU MAY START BRINGING IN ALL ITEMS WHEN YOU NO LONGER REQUIRE THEM FOR YOUR CLASSES.
 
Please note that if you receive an email informing you of fines due, these will need to be paid by May 8th if you will be paying by School Cash.
 
Checks and cash may be accepted by seeing Ms. Wallner in the Media Center.

 

CAP AND GOWN DISTRIBUTION AND SENIOR CLEARANCE

Seniors that have not purchased their cap and gown or cords will have the opportunity to do so on Friday, May 8th. Cash Only:
Cap and Gown = $69.00
Cords = $7.00 each
NHS Stole and Tassel Package = $32.00
 
Announcement for a Senior Walkout on May 14th, providing student information.
Information about a Senior Walkout on May 14th, including route details and spectator guidelines.
Poster announcing a Senior Walkout on May 14th with community information.
 
West Orange High School Class of 2026 Graduation Tickets information.
 

Senior Walks & Receptions

Invitation to a Graduation Celebration for Class of 2026 LWE Alumni on May 13, 2026.
Oakland Avenue Charter School invites former Eagles to a 2026 Senior Walk on Thursday, May 21st, from 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM.
Invitation for Lake Gem Elementary's Class of 2026 Senior Walk & Reception on Friday, May 15th at 1:30 PM.
McCoy Elementary Senior Walk invitation for Class of 2026 on Monday, May 18th at 9:30 am.
Invitation for Westbrook Elementary's Senior Reception Celebration for the Class of 2026.
Graduation invitation with mortarboards and confetti, congratulating Prairie Lake Elementary Alumni Graduates.
Invitation for the Class of 2026 Senior Celebration, featuring graduation caps and confetti.
A cartoon dragon wearing a graduation cap sits next to text announcing a Dillard Dragons graduation reception on May 20th.
 

SENIOR PARENTS AND STUDENTS - STAY IN THE KNOW!

A blue graphic promoting senior year announcements with a QR code.
 

PERFORMING ARTS

Newsies

Come out and see our incredible theatre production of Newsies!

Friday, 5/1 at 7pm
Saturday, 5/2 at 7pm
Sunday, 5/3 at 2:30pm

Buy tickets at: https://teachtix.com/wohs/disneys-newsies-the-musical
 

Spring Orchestra Concert

The Spring Orchestra Concert is Wednesday, May 6th at 6pm.

We will feature the Concert, Intermezzo and Symphony Orchestras performing Music from the Movies!

 

Spring Chorus Concert

The Spring Chorus Concert is on May 8th at 6:00 PM in the auditorium.

Tickets will be available for purchase on teach tix as the event gets closer.

 

UPCOMING TESTING

Email: Rosie.Williams@ocps.net or Kimberly.Wells@ocps.net

WOHS Spring Testing schedule for National, State, and District exams.
WOHS Spring Testing schedule for Advanced Placement and Cambridge exams, listing dates and subjects.

Modified Bell Schedules for May will be shared at a later time.

 
WOHS Spring Testing schedule for FAST (PM3) Reading/Retakes & Civic Literacy Exam on Monday, May 4, 2026.
WOHS Spring Testing schedule for BEST Algebra & Geometry on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
 

Weekend SAT and ACT Testing at WOHS

ACT: Jun 13
SAT: May 2, Jun 6

Important Things to Note:
•    Make sure you bring a physical photo ID. You cannot test without one. Pictures of an ID are not accepted.
•    These are the dates being offered at West Orange. Other schools may have different dates.
•    You must register online through the testing websites.
•    For ACT, West Orange only offers the paper version of the test. You would need to register for a different location if you want to take the digital version.
•    For SAT, complete the pre-test setup on Bluebook before arriving for testing. You can only access the test ticket if you have done this. You cannot check in for testing without your test ticket.
•    For SAT, please have your College Board login memorized. You will need this to login to Bluebook on test day.
 

ATHLETICS

Email: Todd.LaNeave@ocps.net

Coaches Directory

For information about a specific sport of interest, contact the Head Coach via email. An Athletic Department Directory can be found at https://www.westorangeathletics.com/ under the MORE tab.
Click Here - Athletics Website
 

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Scan the QR Code for a list of our clubs and organizations this year!

A black and white QR code pattern fills the frame.
 

Congrats to our 26-27 Student Body and Class Officers

List of 2026-2027 Student Body Officers with names and positions.
The 2026-2027 Senior Class Officers are listed: President Ava Eller, Vice President Maddie Stanford, Secretary Ava Kidd, and Communications Director Ellie Mansier.
2026-2027 Junior Class Officers: President Taylor Landis, Vice President Reagan Cameron, Secretary Stella Bresk, Communications Director Jadelyn Warren.
The 2026-2027 Sophomore Class Officers are listed with their names and positions.
 

STUDENT SERVICES

Kickoff to Summer Success for Multilingual Families

We are excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming family event, Kickoff to Summer Success!, taking place on Thursday, May 14, from 5:30–7:00 PM at Horizon High School. Families from the West Community Area schools are invited to attend.

This event is designed to support families and students as they prepare for the summer and the upcoming school year.

The focus of the event includes:

  • Emphasizing the importance of consistent school attendance
  • Providing strategies and resources to prevent summer learning loss
  • Helping students feel prepared and confident to begin the next school year

There will also be targeted information for families of students in middle and high school, including:

  • Graduation credit requirements
  • State and district testing expectations
  • Academic, social, and organizational expectations at the high school level

We kindly encourage you to register to attend https://tinyurl.com/KickoffToSummer051426. Registration will help us plan appropriately and ensure families receive event updates.

 
Advertisement for Schoolhouse's free 4-week SAT Bootcamps, featuring details on session length and learner capacity.
Schoolhouse offers free online tutoring with real human connection, featuring SAT Bootcamps, College Admissions Workshops, Dialogues Clubs and Events, and Homework Help.
 

Free Tutoring Services - Brainfuse


Brainfuse offers free online tutoring through the Orange County Library System to ALL students in Orange County Public Schools.

FREE live tutors are available every day from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Using Brainfuse, students can connect with a qualified tutor for expert help in a variety of subjects.

ESE Updates

Informational graphic about parent and district collaboration for dispute resolution.

ESE Parent and District Collaboration

Direct emails and contact: https://tinyurl.com/ESEParentSupport
 

COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

Instagram: @wohs_ccc | Email: catherine.maroth@ocps.net

2026 Decisions Page is LIVE!


Financial Aid Fridays

Seniors can come to the CCC during 6th & 7th period (with a pass) to get help with their FAFSA , Florida Financial Aid, and scholarship applications! No appointment is needed! 
Graphic with text 'Fill out the FAFSA' and 'The Free Application for Federal Student Aid'.

FAFSA

**All SENIORS must notify Student Services of their FAFSA application status in XELLO**
  • The FAFSA is a required SENIOR CLEARANCE Checklist item.
  • Complete your FAFSA if recommended by the college or trade/tech school you are applying to, or opt out. 
  • www.studentaid.gov 
  • Report Your FAFSA Status
  • Open Xello through Launchpad
  • Click on "Show all tasks" under the "To-do List" section on the left hand side of the page. 
  • Scroll down to the "Add FAFSA Application Details," click on "Add details" 
  • Locate the "FAFSA and State applications" section, click on "Add details," and complete the details.
  • Please read the important information below about the FAFSA.
Questions? Email Ms. Maroth, catherine.maroth@ocps.net 

FAFSA Guidance for Mixed Status Families

Informational graphic about scholarships, with instructions on how to access them.
A young man smiles while writing math equations on a whiteboard, promoting a Pre-College MATHPoly Workshop.

Dartmouth Bound Program

The Dartmouth Bound Program provides an opportunity for students to visit Hanover, N.H. during one of two possible session dates: July 19-22 or August 2-5. Dartmouth College will cover travel expenses, housing, and meals for all participants.
The program is designed to provide rising seniors with:
  • An in-depth introduction to the enduring value of a liberal arts education through Dartmouth’s curriculum and faculty
  • An opportunity to stay in Dartmouth’s residence halls and connect with current student mentors
  • Engaging workshops led by Dartmouth’s admissions and financial aid officers
  • A series of panels led by current Dartmouth students 
Learn more about the program here, and use this application link if you think you would benefit from this experience: https://apply.dartmouth.edu/register/bound-account-2026.
Applications open through Monday, May 18.
If you have any questions about Dartmouth Bound, please contact Christina Moreland, associate director of admissions and coordinator of pipeline development at Christina.R.Moreland@dartmouth.edu.

Monclaire State University - Pre-College Summer Programs

Montclais State University is currently enrolling for the 2026 Pre-College Summer Programs with 22 dynamic course options—an expanded selection designed to cater to every student interest and aspiration. Students interested in exploring their academic passions, experiencing college-level learning, and engaging with their campus community are encouraged to apply. 
Who Can Apply: High school students currently in grades 9-11  
Application Requirements: Students must submit an academic transcript and a personal statement with the online application.