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We celebrated our 2025 Valedictorian, Alexander Bejjani, and our 2025 Salutatorian, Emily Dyme, at Nanina’s in the Park on May 7th. The event and dinner, hosted by the NJ Department of Education, recognized talented scholars across Essex County. Congratulations to Alex and Emily!
Valedictorian & Salutorian Honored at Essex County Dinner
05/09/2025
We celebrated our 2025 Valedictorian, Alexander Bejjani, and our 2025 Salutatorian, Emily Dyme, at Nanina’s in the Park on May 7th. The event and dinner, hosted by the NJ Department of Education, recognized talented scholars across Essex County. Congratulations to Alex and Emily!
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Join us for an exciting AAPI Celebration at WEHS on May 17th at 11 AM!🌏 Experience Culture – Enjoy vibrant performances showcasing traditional music and dance. 🍜 Taste the Flavors – Free samples and purchase delicious food from Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Korean, and Middle Eastern cuisines.🎨 Fun for All Ages – Take part in exciting activities like origami, calligraphy, a chopstick contest, henna art, matcha tea making, ribbon/ dragon dances, and more!
​AAPI Celebration - Mark Your Calendar!
05/07/2025
Join us for an exciting AAPI Celebration at WEHS on May 17th at 11 AM!🌏 Experience Culture – Enjoy vibrant performances showcasing traditional music and dance. 🍜 Taste the Flavors – Free samples and purchase delicious food from Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Korean, and Middle Eastern cuisines.🎨 Fun for All Ages – Take part in exciting activities like origami, calligraphy, a chopstick contest, henna art, matcha tea making, ribbon/ dragon dances, and more!
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District Spring Choir Concert Wows Audience, Honors Seniors
District Spring Choir Concert Wows Audience, Honors Seniors
05/06/2025
The West Essex Arts Department hosted the first concert of its Winter Concert Series on Tuesday, April 29th. The packed crowd warmly received the amazing performances by the MS and HS choirs! At the end of the concert, Ms. Marion Drew, Director of Choral Arts at the HS, honored each senior with a rose, and handed out awards to all recipients.
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Once again this year, West Essex High School and Middle School students had the opportunity to participate in the Special Olympics at Brookdale Park in Bloomfield! On the morning of April 30, the olympians processed through the halls to the “Rocky” theme song, all while their classmates clapped and cheered them on.
Special Olympics Team Competes at Essex County Competition
05/02/2025
Once again this year, West Essex High School and Middle School students had the opportunity to participate in the Special Olympics at Brookdale Park in Bloomfield! On the morning of April 30, the olympians processed through the halls to the “Rocky” theme song, all while their classmates clapped and cheered them on.
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Academic Induction Day Ceremonies Honor Students
Academic Induction Day Ceremonies Honor Students
04/28/2025
Our annual Academic Achievement & Induction Day was held on Wednesday, April 16! The event celebrated the academic achievements of our students, including the honor society induction ceremonies. The night before, students were inducted into the National Honor Society.
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West Essex High School Ranks Among Top 10% of Schools Statewide
West Essex High School Ranks Among Top 10% of Schools Statewide
04/15/2025
The New Jersey Department of Education recently released high school summative ratings and scores based on School Performance Reports from the 2023-2024 school year. NJ.com ranked those high schools based on the summative ratings, and we are proud to announce that West Essex High School is ranked #34 out of 358 high schools statewide.
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Trade Fair at WEHS Poster
Guidance Department Hosts Annual Trade Fair
04/11/2025
The West Essex Guidance Department hosted their annual Trade School Fair last Thursday! Students had the chance to connect with Admissions Professionals from various schools around NJ, including Bergen Community College, Lincoln Tech, Christine Valmy, Essex County School of Technology, Clifton Electrical, and more. These schools presented offerings in Automotive, Cosmetology, Electrician Apprenticeship preparation, and Construction Trades.
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The West Essex Regional School District is happy to announce the appointment of Dan Fulton as the next Head Football Coach of the West Essex Football Knights. The decision was approved by the West Essex Board of Education at their public meeting on April 7th.
Dan Fulton Announced as New Head Football Coach
04/07/2025
The West Essex Regional School District is happy to announce the appointment of Dan Fulton as the next Head Football Coach of the West Essex Football Knights. The decision was approved by the West Essex Board of Education at their public meeting on April 7th.
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