Please join us for a night of playing games on Friday, November 14 from 5:30-7pm at the Worthington Hooker Whitney campus. We invite families to bring their favorite games with them to the event. Pizza will be served!
PTA Family Game Night RSVP
From Our Hearts to Your Homes: Hurricane Disaster Relief Drive
Our school community is coming together to support families in Jamaica affected by recent hurricanes. Let’s show our compassion and generosity by donating essential items.
Requested Items:
Non-perishable food (tuna, sardines, rice, flour, oil, mac & cheese, etc.)
Clothing (new or lightly used)
Home essentials (tarps, flashlights, sheets, towels, batteries, power banks)
Personal hygiene items
Drop-Off Location: James Hillhouse High School (Sherman Ave entrance)
Date: Saturday, November 8th | 8 AM – 3 PM
Every donation—big or small—makes a difference.
You can also scan the QR code on the flyer to make a monetary donation.
Together, we can bring hope and help to those in need.
WHS Robotics Club Can & Bottle Drive!
Starting November 3, bring your clean cans and bottles to Worthington Hooker (Whitney Avenue) to support our WHS Robotics Club!
Every can and bottle makes a difference — your donations will help offset competition costs for our amazing student innovators.
Let’s recycle for a purpose and turn something simple into something amazing!
November 2025 Lunch Menu
November 2025 Breakfast Menu
Missed Our Science Fair & Invention Convention Informational Meeting?
Don’t worry—you can still catch up on all the important details! During our virtual session, families learned what the Science Fair & Invention Convention are all about, received key dates and deadlines, explored helpful resources, and had the chance to ask questions.
If you weren’t able to join, you can view the presentation here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1eQ9vVcm8E3uaT_Rw3j3cD_Dpqv3KO_H4nUFM3eJj990/edit?usp=sharing
This presentation will help you and your child get started and feel confident preparing for this year’s exciting events. We can’t wait to see the creativity and innovation our students bring to life!
WHS COMMUNITY
Picture Day is Coming! (Whitney)
Mark your calendars — Monday, November 3rd is Picture Day at Worthington Hooker School!You can prepay online now at shop.donner-photo.com using Tag #56028.
Online prepay is available until 8:00 AM on Photo Day!
Picture Day is Coming! (Canner St.)
Mark your calendars — Monday, November 3rd is Picture Day at Worthington Hooker School!
Prepay online at shop.donner-photo.com using Tag #56027.
Online prepay available until 8:00 AM on Photo Day!
CANNER SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for November 17-November 21 and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books!
Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/worthingtonhookerschool1 #ScholasticBookFairs
WHITNEY SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for November 17-November 21 and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books!
Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/worthingtonhookerschool1 #ScholasticBookFairs
Kindness Week is Coming!
We are so excited for Kindness Week at Worthington Hooker School, happening October 27th-31st!
Our students and staff will be participating in daily activities to celebrate and support kindness throughout our school community.
Here's a look at what's planned:
Monday: Classroom Kindness Posters
Tuesday: Kindness Messages
Wednesday: Kindness Read Alouds
Thursday: Acts of Kindness Classroom Challenge
Friday: Magical March and Kindness Awards
Support Our School Pantry & Win!
We also have a special opportunity for our families to participate. Please consider bringing in items for the school's pantry this week.
Every family that donates will be entered into a raffle! Your generosity helps support our community and teaches a wonderful lesson in kindness.
Let's make this a week filled with positive actions and big hearts! It's cool to be KIND!
A financial literacy workshop hosted by The Center for Inclusive Growth will be held in the library at the Upper Building on Thursday, October 23rd from 5:30-8:00 PM. Scan the QR code for more information.
Calling All Curious Families!
Join us for a virtual meeting via Zoom designed to give families insight into this year’s Science Fair and Invention Convention!
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89133215800?pwd=Vy8ZhRZTs6bHKmPWSyFOG9DprIt2TG.1
During this session, you’ll:
✅ Learn what the Science Fair & Invention Convention are all about
✅ Receive a clear timeline of key dates and deadlines
✅ Get access to helpful resources and links
✅ Have the opportunity to ask questions
Whether you're new to these events or looking for a refresher, this meeting is a great way to get started and feel confident supporting your child’s journey.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Do you love building, creating, and solving challenges? The WHS VEX IQ Robotics Club is open to all students in Grades 6–8!
Wednesdays, October 1 – May 6
3–5 PM
$40/month
Teams that complete this year’s challenge by December 10 will be invited to represent WHS in competitions!
Register today: whspta.jumbula.com/WorthingtonHookerSchoolASPProgram20252026/ASPNonASPRoboticsGrades68
Trick-or-Treat Mask-A-Rade!
Join us Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, from 1–3 PM at Worthington Hooker School (691 Whitney Ave) for a fun Halloween celebration! Wear your costume and come trick-or-treat with friends and families — all grades K–8 welcome!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D45A5AC2EA4F8C61-59324846-trick#/
Nut-free candy donations appreciated — drop off by Friday, Oct. 24!
Sponsored by the Worthington Hooker PTA
October 2025 Lunch Menu
October 2025 Breakfast Menu
Sponsored by the Worthington Hooker PTA: Wear your Halloween costume and come Trick-or-Treat with us! All Grades are welcome! Nut Free Candy donations are appreciated. Please drop off donations at either Lower or Upper School by Friday 10/24.
We are so very excited to partner with Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen. This is a remarkable opportunity for our community! Use the links below to sign-up if interested!
1. September 25, 2025 Dinner Service DRC -
2. September 25, 2025 Kitchen Duty - DRC
3. October 9, 2025 - Dinner Service - DRC
4. October 23, 2025 - Dinner Service-DRC
