News and Events

Now that first quarter is in full swing, The Homework Club will begin running on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

• Teachers are present to provide guidance and extra support
• Students work in small groups supporting each other
• It’s a time to finish homework and study for assessments.
• Students can work on ALEKS; math teachers are present to provide support and encouragement.

The Homework Club meets Tuesday and Wednesday in the Ward Cafeteria from 2-3 pm. Snacks and juice are provided, a late bus arrives at approximately 3:45 pm for students needing transportation home.

We are excited to announce the Bulldog Fall Festival, a brand-new community event that promises to bring together students, families and neighbors for a day full of fun, celebration and Bulldog pride!

📅 Date: Saturday, October 25 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ☔ Rain Date: Sunday, October 26
This festival will be a major fundraising event, with proceeds benefiting our graduating classes, student clubs, sports teams, and extracurricular programs. It’s a wonderful way to support our students while also enjoying a festive fall day with friends and family.

The Bulldog Fall Festival will feature a variety of creative and entertaining booths designed by student groups and community organizations. Visitors can expect games, contests, face painting, delicious food and beverages, products for sale and much more! Some activities will be free, while others will help raise funds through small fees—all directly supporting our students.

Most importantly, this event is about more than just fundraising. It’ s about building stronger connections within our community, celebrating the talents and accomplishments of our students and sharing all the exciting things happening at WHS. We encourage all families to mark their calendars, spread the word and join us for this special day. Together, we can make the Bulldog Fall Festival an annual tradition that showcases the spirit, energy and pride of Westerly High School! More to come.....

Community Flyer 

The WHS Culinary Program, led by Chefs Finkelstein and Zach, has teamed up with professors from the renowned Johnson & Wales Culinary Program to combat food waste, repurpose nutritious food, and address food insecurity in the community.
Inspired by Johnson & Wales’ successful community fridge initiative, which offers students and the surrounding community access to viable, healthy meals, the team is expanding the program to Westerly. Chef Finkelstein and Chef Zach recently collaborated with local organizations, including the Westerly Educational Endowment Fund (WEEF), to secure community fridges for the area. The community’s support for the project has been overwhelmingly positive.
The first community fridge will open on Wednesday, February 26th, in the WHS guidance area. Students are welcome to take pre-made meals at no cost, while community members can arrange an appointment to pick up meals by contacting Theresa Gentile at tgentile@westerly.k12.ri.us. Pickup hours for community members will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
We are excited about the impact this initiative will have on reducing food waste and helping alleviate food insecurity. We encourage everyone to spread the word and get involved in supporting this important cause.