WHS Student Activities

Academic Decathlon is a state-wide competition scheduled for the first Sunday in February. This all-day event tests skills in language and literature, economics, math, science, history, the fine arts, essay writing and speaking. Medal and cash awards are earned.

Coordinator: Mrs. Okolicsanyi

A confidential, non-judgmental, loving support network that works to inspire and empower a community of acceptance of individuality. It is where being yourself is just that—a place to be you. Alliance meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.

Coordinator: Mr. Kelley

The Bowling Club meets at Alley Katz each Monday from 2:30-4:00 p.m. for three games of bowling. There is no commitment and students may come any Monday to bowl.

Coordinator: Mr. Varden

The Character Education committee works on projects to help members of the high school and community in times of need. They coordinate many drives for food, toiletry items, diapers, clothing and toys during the holiday season. 

Cordinator: Mr. Gordon

Annually each class at Westerly High School elects six officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Social Chairperson and Student Council Representative) to oversee its affairs. Working with the class advisors, these officers coordinate the fundraising, social activities and other affairs of the school. Class meetings are held periodically during the school year to conduct necessary class business. 

Class of 2024 Mr. Zemanek
Class of 2025 Ms. Oliveira & Mrs. Tallardy
Class of 2026 Ms. Herlihy & Ms. Wagner
Class of 2027 Ms. Isaacs

Raising awareness of environmental issues and finding new solutions to old habits. We strive to perpetuate the ideas of environmental club with fresh and helpful resolutions to bring into the future. We are accomplishing these goals through community service activities and social media where everyone has an opportunity to take part. 

Coordinator:  Mrs. Fastovsky

FBLA is the largest student organization aimed at helping students increase their knowledge of the business world through networking, running the school store, competitive events, State and National Leadership Conferences and community service projects.

Coordinator: Mrs. Stoehr

Students will watch and discuss old and new “classic” films. Additionally, students will plan several events centered around their love for movies.

Coordinator:  Mrs. Tallardy

WHS’s creative writing group meets on Mondays from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in W226, writing and constantly seeking ways through which to improve and push through the boundaries of their writing.

The International Club exposes students to the cultures and languages of French, Italian and Spanish speaking countries of the world. Activities include fundraisers, museum visits, theater trips, ethnic restaurant visits, foreign language films and other activities that enhance awareness of foreign cultures.

Coordinator: Mrs. Canty

The Math Team participates in the RI Math League and competes in four meets a year with 30+ schools from within the state. We compete in the areas of Arithmetic, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Probability & Statistics and Trigonometry.

Coordinator: Mrs. Livingston

Open to all students in grades 9-12, our focus is a range of outdoor activity trips, conducted after the school day has ended. Membership is $24/year. Activities include hiking, kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing/rock gyms, hayrides, corn mazes, horseback riding, ice skating, skiing, rope courses/zip lines and more.

Coordinators: Mr. Servidio, Mrs. Fastovsky & Mr. Hooper

The Pep Club is open to all students interested in creating a strong sense of school pride within the high school.

Coordinator: Mr. Scott

An after school club in its third year, the goals of the Robotics Club is to plan on improving our understanding and knowledge about Robotics, including learning how to code and write a command in programs, building robots to do a specific task and being as innovative as possible. With this knowledge we plan to compete in Robotics competitions while having fun along the way.

Coordinator:  Ms. Cardillo

A way for students to explore science beyond the high school curriculum with an annual competition held at Rhode Island College, the Science Olympiad prepares students to compete against other Rhode Island high schools in various science-related events. Events include hands-on activities, building an apparatus, experimenting in a lab and problem solving.

Skills USA is for all students in our career and technical programs. The organization allows the excelling student to demonstrate learned technical skills and academic achievements. An organized national skill competition is held at the state, national and international levels.

Coordinators: Mrs. Worsham, & Mrs. Marulanda

SMILE is a pre-college science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) based after-school program that includes students statewide. SMILE aims to increase access to STEM for underrepresented students and encourage the pursuit of higher education. Through participation in SMILE, students will engage in STEM activities that combine art, design and communication to find creative and innovative solutions in a variety of problem-solving opportunities.

Coordinator: Mrs. Fastovsky

Student Ambassadors provide a friendly face for new students who enroll into WHS. Ambassadors deliver a detailed tour of the campus, highlighting classrooms, central locations, offices and personnel. Ambassadors answer pertinent questions about the schedule, student handbook, school events and offer advice about student life at WHS.

Coordinator: Mr. Luppe

Student Council is open to any student with an interest in improving student life at the high school. Membership is open annually to all students. Officers are elected each year within the council and they oversee Student Council activities which include school wide projects, social activities and community service programs.

Coordinator:  Ms. Asselin

Students for Life provides outreach to the Women’s Pregnancy Outreach Center, hosts the Giving Tree in December, Life Week in March and Respect Life films throughout the year. They meet twice monthly on Mondays.

Coordinator:  Mr. Sylvia

Table Tennis Club, the WHS Dog Paddles, is about having fun, learning and promoting table tennis for anyone who wants to play and have a good time. All ability levels are welcome from serious players that participate in tournaments to learn-as-they-go to players to learn official table-tennis rules. 

Coordinator: Mrs. Fastovsky

Westerly High School is a member of the Rhode Island Interscholastic League and offers the following programs in interscholastic athletics:

FALL SPORTS Boys/Girls Cross Country, Boys/Girls Soccer, Cheerleading, Girls Tennis, Girls Volleyball, Unified Volleyball

WINTER SPORTS Boys/Girls Basketball, Wrestling, Swimming, Boys/Girls Indoor track

SPRING SPORTS Boys/Girls Track, Baseball, Softball, Golf, Boys Tennis, Boys Volleyball, Boys/Girls Lacrosse, Unified Basketball

CLUB TEAMS Dance Team—Winter, Sailing—Spring

Jamey Vetelino, WPS Athletic Director