A special afternoon in 4th grade! Students welcomed their families to share their Native American Celebration projects they've been working so hard on.
Great partnership between WHS and East Rock! We had so much fun playing soccer against each other on the Cross Field! Thank you World Language Department for helping coordinating.
We are excited for our upcoming Field Day on Wednesday, June 17th! Students can look forward to a day filled with fun activities, teamwork, and water games.
Please send your child with:
* A water bottle (refill stations will be available)
* A change of clothes
* A towel
* Socks and sneakers
Students are encouraged to wear their grade-level color:
* Kindergarten – Green
* 1st Grade – Purple
* 2nd Grade – Black
* 3rd Grade – Blue
* 4th Grade – Yellow
* 5th Grade – Orange
* 6th Grade – Red
* 7th Grade – Green
* 8th Grade – Class of 2026 T-Shirts
We are looking forward to a fun-filled day and a wonderful opportunity for students to celebrate the end of a successful school year. Thank you for helping your child come prepared for the day!
Don't forget - our 8th graders are performing Alice in Wonderland TONIGHT at the Whitney Ave campus! You won't want to miss seeing this amazing show that they have been working so hard on. Come down the rabbit hole with us at 6:00pm tonight at 691 Whitney Ave!
Yearbook orders are still open! Yearbooks are for ALL students, K-8, and they make a wonderful keepsake for every member of the WHS community. Yearbooks will be distributed next week!
Join us Thursday night for our 8th Grade Musical: Alice in Wonderland!
Thursday, June 11 at 6:00 PM, Whitney Ave campus
Come see our talented eighth graders as they bring this beloved story to life onstage. We hope to see you there!
Thursday, June 11 at 6:00 PM, Whitney Ave campus
Come see our talented eighth graders as they bring this beloved story to life onstage. We hope to see you there!
A wonderful day in NYC for our 7th graders. Thank you Dr. Stein & Ms. Gonzalez for organizing!
Our sixth graders had a wonderful time at Lake Quassy.
PTA Meeting TONIGHT!
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 6pm in the Upper School library.
Free babysitting for school-age kids.
Elect next year's board and help plan for next year!
Special guest will be our new principal, Mrs. Campo.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 6pm in the Upper School library.
Free babysitting for school-age kids.
Elect next year's board and help plan for next year!
Special guest will be our new principal, Mrs. Campo.
We will be having a theme day on Friday, which will be a great way to say "Hats off to June!" More importantly, the proceeds will assist a family in our school who had the misfortune of a house fire this past weekend! Thank you for being such a supportive community.
Thank you, Mr. Ritchel, for your time, dedication, and commitment to the WHS soccer team this season! Congratulations to our WHS soccer team on an incredible accomplishment—we are so proud of you all!
We are so excited for our annual Spring Fair tomorrow! There will be games, crafts, and food. We will have a wonderful raffle baskets. Everything is cash... raffle tickets for food and activities. Passports are five dollars per child. We will do the drawing for the baskets next week. We hope to see you all tomorrow on Whitney. Please do not plan to park in the school parking lot. Please do not come early. We will need the time to set up.
☀️ WHS Spring Fair is Coming! ☀️
Join us on Friday, May 29th from 5 PM–7 PM at the Whitney campus for games, crafts, food, and family fun! We’ll also be raffling off themed baskets. Want to help make it amazing? We need volunteers and donations!
Click here to sign up and get involved: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AA4A623AAF8C52-64241529-whsspring
"We Are the World" Concert Update!
Due to the forecasted heat on Wednesday, our annual concert has been rescheduled.
When: This Thursday, May 21 at 1:00 PM
Where: 3-8 Building (Whitney Ave) – Basketball Court/Grass Area
Who: Grades K-4
Reminders for Families: Please bring blankets or chairs for the grass. Check out our attached info sheet for details on student attire, dismissal procedures, and how to support our World Food Program fundraiser!
Support Our Fundraiser: You can donate directly online here: https://donate.wfpusa.org/page/WFPUSA_P2P_UNR?fundraiser=NQXPGALR
See you there!
🎶 Join us for the "We Are the World" Concert! 🎶
Our K-4 students have been working hard and are ready to perform this Wednesday, May 20 at 1:00 PM at the 3-8 building on Whitney Ave.
Quick Tips for Parents:
Dress Code: Solid blue, green, or white (or cultural attire).
Sunscreen: Please apply before school!
Comfort: Bring a blanket or lawn chair for the grass viewing area.
Giving Back: Help us support the World Food Program! You can send cash to the office or donate online here:
https://donate.wfpusa.org/page/WFPUSA_P2P_UNR?fundraiser=NQXPGALR
Reminder: Normal dismissal procedures apply.
Hello WHS Family,
Yesterday the students (Grades K-7) went home with a SIGN & RETURN letter for the 2026-2027 school year. Please let us know if your child will be returning to Worthington Hooker School. It is very important that we receive a signed letter for each student by May 22, 2026. If your child will not be returning to WHS, sign the letter and come to the main office to fill out a withdrawal form.
Yesterday the students (Grades K-7) went home with a SIGN & RETURN letter for the 2026-2027 school year. Please let us know if your child will be returning to Worthington Hooker School. It is very important that we receive a signed letter for each student by May 22, 2026. If your child will not be returning to WHS, sign the letter and come to the main office to fill out a withdrawal form.
Join us Thursday, May 21, 6–8 PM at Kelly’s Cone Connection for a fundraiser in honor of a former student. 20% of proceeds will go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. We hope to see our community there.
Our 8th graders went to Yale today to share History Day Projects.
🎨 Save the Date: WHS Art Night 2026! 🎨
Join us for an evening of creativity and inspiration at our 2025-2026 Art Night! Students and families are invited to explore student artwork and get hands-on with crafts themed around famous art movements.
When: Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Whitney Avenue Campus (Cafe and Gym)
It’s going to be a night full of art, crafts, and education for the whole family. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Ciarleglio.
Spring Social
