Wednesday May 27, 2026
School Nurse – Megan, the school nurse is in the school today.Meetings are confidential and can cover many health topics. To book an appointment, see her posters by the main office and her office in room 330.
Math Lunch Help - Need help with math? Math Lunch Help is available today! Grades 9 & 10 in room 304 and Grades 11 & 12 in room 335.
Pride Pack - Pride Pack is meeting today at lunch in room 115. This is a relaxed social week. Come visit with friends and enjoy the community. See you then!
Athletic Gala - Attention WNSS! We’re excited to announce our Athletic Celebration Gala, happening on Thursday, June 11th in the WNSS cafeteria and auditorium! Doors will open at 4:30 PM and close promptly at 5:00 PM, so please arrive on time. Appetizers will be provided, and the ceremony will begin shortly after. Tickets are now on sale for $20 on School Cash Online. All athletes, coaches, and team members are welcome to attend. Come out to celebrate an amazing year of sports, teamwork, and school spirit—we can’t wait to see you there!
Art Club - Hey Wolfpack. Art Club is happening after school TODAY! Come paint with us. See you there!
Pride Pack - This week, Pride Pack is hosting the “Vivian Community Care Clothing Drive“! During lunch break, please bring any gently used clothing items to the black collection bin in the Learning Commons. When you donate items, be sure to collect a raffle ticket for your chance to win! The lucky winner will get to choose between a West Niagara shirt voucher (redeemable online) or a $40 Tim Hortons gift card. Thank you to everyone who has donated to this initiative!
Wolfpack Wellness Team - Are you feeling stressed? Do you need a study break? The Wolfpack Wellness Team is excited to bring "Therapy Tails" back to WNSS! Join us after school on June 3rd, from 2:30 – 4:30 at the back of the cafeteria. De-stress with the therapy dogs, participate in some relaxing yoga in the courtyard, play some board games, do some mindful colouring, or test your knowledge with our trivia wheel. There will also be a bake sale. Be sure to sign up on cash online.
Arts Gala - Is the Arts Gala tomorrow night? Whaaat? And you don't have a ticket? And neither does your mom? That's ok, you can buy tickets at the door. $10 each to celebrate the things that make life beautiful. See you there! Doors open at 6, awards at 6:30. Don't miss it!
Wolfpack Welcome - There is a mandatory meeting for all current grade 10 and 11 leaders who have signed up to help with Wolfpack Welcome grade 9 orientation day in room 203 today at lunch! If you are unable to make it, please let Ms. Barton know.
Student Council - Buy in for survivor redemption TODAY in the caf at lunch! For anyone who has been eliminated, come to lunch with 2$ to play a game and have a chance to come back into the survivor game!
Yearbook - Well folks, it's that time of the year again where we recall memories formed throughout the year. Yearbook release is quickly approaching, look forward to picking up your pre-ordered book mid-June in the back of the caf. More details to follow on our morning announcements.
Culture Day - Thank you to everyone who participated and made the 2026 culture day such a successful event! Thank you so much to all the booth coordinators for creating such cohesive and amazing booths! They were all so wonderful to see and learn from! And of course, a huge shout out to all of our student and staff volunteers who worked diligently to seamlessly fill in the gaps and made this day run smoothly!
Boys' Baseball - Yesterday, the boys' baseball team represented Zone 4 at SOSSA. They faced Ancaster to start the day. Strong pitching came from Carson C, Mitchell H and Cooper S, each only allowing 1 runs. Hits came from Logan W, Hunter B, Cooper S with a 2-run out-of-the-park homer by Jake L. Along with walks and hit by pitches, WNSS racked up 4 runs to win the game 4-3. The championship game was against AN Myer. Myer scored a pair in each of the first 2 innings but were held after that. Additional hits came from Aiden S, Zack D, Owen A and Ben P but WNSS wasn't able score more than 2 run, falling 4-2. The coaches are very proud of all the players and are sad the season has come to an end. See you all at the Athletic Banquet!
Lacrosse - Yesterday the lacrosse boys travelled to Notre Dame to compete at SOSSA. In their semi final it was Pack Lax just domination start to finish as short work was made of Sherwood, 9-3. In the final, an old foe on GFESS battled in a back and forth game. With the Pack up 5-2 GFESS battled back and what is truly a game of inches, the pack were defeated 6-5 in Overtime. These boys should be celebrated as they turned a one win team to a SOSSA finalist. They are amazing young men who demonstrated class, commitment and hard work. Coach Harshaw is proud!
Survivor - Just a reminder to all students who were in the game.....today is Redemption Island day!!! Come to the front of the caf at the beginning of lunch today with a toonie for your chance to get back into the game!!! Don't miss out!!! Also a note to all players remaining in the game that starting tomorrow there will be an immunity idol hidden in the school.....If you find it you're safe for the day!!! The immunity idol needs to be returned at the end of each day so we can relocate it for the following day!!!
Tuesday May 26, 2026
Track and Field - Attention all 2026 track & field team members, if you are not competing at South Regionals this week, please make sure you return your singlet to the Phys Ed office or a track coach THIS WEEK.
Art Club - Hey Wolfpack. May is "MURAL MONTH" so come paint with us! Art Club is happening after school on WEDNESDAY this week! We meet in room 315 from 2:15 to 4:15.THERE IS NO ART CLUB TODAY.
Pride Pack - This week, Pride Pack is hosting the “Vivian Community Care Clothing Drive“! During lunch break, please bring any gently used clothing items to the black collection bin in the Learning Commons. When you donate items, be sure to collect a raffle ticket for your chance to win! The lucky winner will get to choose between a West Niagara shirt voucher (redeemable online) or a $40 Tim Hortons gift card. Thank you to everyone who has donated to this initiative!
Student Council - Buy in for survivor redemption this Wednesday the 25th in the caf at lunch! For anyone who has been eliminated, come to lunch with 2$ to play a game and have a chance to come back into the survivor game!
Wolfpack Wellness Team - Are you feeling stressed? Do you need a study break? The Wolfpack Wellness Team is excited to bring "Therapy Tails" back to WNSS! Join us after school on June 3rd, from 2:30 – 4:30 at the back of the cafeteria. De-stress with the therapy dogs, participate in some relaxing yoga in the courtyard, play some board games, do some mindful colouring, or test your knowledge with our trivia wheel. There will also be a bake sale. Be sure to sign up on cash online.
Wolfpack Welcome - There is a mandatory meeting for all current grade 10 and 11 leaders who have signed up to help with Wolfpack Welcome grade 9 orientation day in room 203 tomorrow at lunch! If you are unable to make it, please let Ms. Barton know.
Monday May 25, 2026
Film Club – Film Club is meeting today after school in Comm Tech room 310. Our Kahoot trivia and discussion today will be on the MCU, DCU, and all things Super Hero! Everyone is welcome. See you at the movies!
Athletic Gala - The Athletic Celebration Gala will be on Thursday, June 11th this year in the cafeteria and auditorium. Doors open at 4:30 and close at 5:00, so make sure you’re on time! Tickets are $20 and you can grab them now on School Cash Online. All athletes, coaches, and team members are invited! You won’t want to miss this!
Art Club - Hey Wolfpack. May is "MURAL MONTH" so come paint with us! We need YOU to create some paintings for the halls of WNSS! Are you interested in helping? If so, join us at Art Club after school on WEDNESDAY this week! We meet in room 315 from 2:15 to 4:15. See you there!
Pride Pack - Starting today, Pride Pack is hosting the “Vivian Community Care Clothing Drive“! During lunch break, please bring any gently used clothing items to the black collection bin in the Learning Commons. When you donate items, be sure to collect a raffle ticket for your chance to win! The lucky winner will get to choose between a West Niagara shirt voucher (redeemable online) or a $40 Tim Hortons gift card.
Lacrosse - Please excuse the Varsity Lacrosse team tomorrow for SOSSA at Notre Dame, Welland. Please see Mr Harshaw if you have transportation concerns.
Wolfpack Wellness Team - Are you feeling stressed? Do you need a study break? The Wolfpack Wellness Team is excited to bring "Therapy Tails" back to WNSS! Join us after school on June 3rd, from 2:30 – 4:30 at the back of the cafeteria. De-stress with the therapy dogs, participate in some relaxing yoga in the courtyard, play some board games, do some mindful colouring, or test your knowledge with our trivia wheel. There will also be a bake sale.Be sure to sign up on cash online.
Arts Gala - Psst...I hear the Arts Gala is going to be super wicked awesome. Don't miss it.Buy your tickets on School Cash Online and come celebrate music, art and drama this coming Thursday in the theatre!
Wolfpack Welcome - There is a mandatory meeting for all current grade 10 and 11 leaders who have signed up to help with Wolfpack Welcome grade 9 orientation day in room 203 Wednesday at lunch! If you have not officially signed up but want to help, come to room 203. If you are unable to make it, please let Ms. Barton know.
Boys’ Varsity Baseball - Friday was the Zone 4 games.In the first game, West Niagara beat Eden 13-0 that lead to the second game against Smithville Christian.We took that game with a score of 8-2. WNSS owning the zone came from hits from Aiden S, Hunter B, Logan W, Carson C, Zack D, Owen A, Cooper S, Ben P and Jake L hit a bomb over the fence. Amazing defensive plays were made by many including a couple of key outfield catches by Carson Chrystian. Wish them luck as they head to SOSSA tomorrow.
Colour Cup - Colour Cup is this Friday!!!!!!! Make sure to sign up in school cash today!! Updates in the classroom leaders will be announced tomorrow!!! Don't miss out!!!!
Friday May 22, 2026
Film Club – Film Club is meeting on Monday after school in Comm Tech room 310. Our Kahoot trivia and discussion will be on the MCU, DCU, and all things Super Hero! Everyone is welcome. See you at the movies!
Athletic Gala - Hey WNSS! The Athletic Celebration Gala will be on Thursday, June 11th this year in the cafeteria and auditorium. Doors open at 4:30 and close at 5:00, so make sure you’re on time! Tickets are $20 and you can grab them now on School Cash Online. All athletes, coaches, and team members are invited! You won’t want to miss this!
Pride Pack - Pride Pack is hosting the “Vivian Community Care Clothing Drive“ next week! During lunch break, please bring any gently used clothing items to the black collection bin in the Learning Commons. When you donate items, be sure to collect a raffle ticket for your chance to win! The lucky winner will get to choose between a West Niagara shirt voucher (redeemable online) or a $40 Tim Hortons gift card.
Wolfpack Wellness Team - Are you feeling stressed? Do you need a study break? The Wolfpack Wellness Team is excited to bring "Therapy Tails" back to WNSS! Join us after school on June 3rd, from 2:30 – 4:30 at the back of the cafeteria. De-stress with the therapy dogs, participate in some relaxing yoga in the courtyard, play some board games, do some mindful colouring, or test your knowledge with our trivia wheel. There will also be a bake sale.Be sure to sign up on cash online.
Track & Field - Any track & field team members who have qualified for South Regionals next week are reminded to meet at the beginning of lunch today in the fitness room. Bring your signed paperwork!
Community Building Trip to Wonderland - All members of Empowword, the MSA, Equity Club, and Pride Pack who are attending the field trip to Wonderland should meet at the back of the school at 8:55am. Our bus leaves at 9am. You will not be called out of class, so watch your time.
Adopt-A-Road Club - A big shout out to the Spring crew of Adopt-A-Road Club, who went out Wednesday after school to spruce up the roadway, and continue to earn our Regional signage that tells commuters passing by that we care about our community: Arsha K, Serena W, Louise K, JadynS, Bronwen K, Julia J, and you, too, Olivia S. Make sure you claim your volunteer hours! Thanks from Mr Elgersma and Mr Volcansek.
Grade 9 Science Field Trip - Period 1 teachers, please excuse grade 9 students from Mme Carusetta, Miss Gross, and Mr. Malcolm's grade 9 science classes that will be attending the living campus field trip at 8:45am. We will be meeting in the back of the school.
Thursday May 21, 2026
Science Lunch Help – Need help with science? Science lunch help is available today in Rooms 347 and 351.
Christian Club - Christian Club meets today in room 120 at lunch for a social. Come enjoy some time together!
Pride Pack - Pride Pack is hosting the “Vivian Community Care Clothing Drive“ next week! During lunch break, please bring any gently used clothing items to the black collection bin in the Learning Commons. When you donate items, be sure to collect a raffle ticket for your chance to win! The lucky winner will get to choose between a West Niagara shirt voucher (redeemable online) or a $40 Tim Hortons gift card.
Lacrosse - Lacrosse players are reminded of their practice today after school. Be there.
Empowword - Empowword meets today at lunch in room 115. We will gather before heading down to the gym to set up our booths for Culture Day.
Arts Gala - Hey, you arts folks! Get your tickets for next week's phantasmagorical Arts Gala! Tickets are $10 per person on school cash online. Come and celebrate the vibrant, thriving arts community here at WNSS! All the cool kids are doing it...don't miss out!
Rowing - Congratulations to the West Niagara Rowing Team on their performance at the South Niagara Invitational this past weekend. All our boats made it through the heats to finals this year! Shout out to George and Nicolas and Sandra and Molly who came second in the Senior Doubles.Our Women's Novice Quad brought home another third place medal this weekend. Congratulations to Clara P, Minnie D, Delaney B, Miané B and Coxie Greyson C. Great work, team!
Boys’ Baseball – West Niagara beat Smithville Christian yesterday 8-2 with strong pitching by Carson C, Logan W and Cooper S. We had strong bats with multiple hits from Carson C, Hunter B, Zack D. Wish the guys luck as they head to Zone tomorrow.
Colour Cup - Attention Wolf Pack: Coming to you with a live update on Colour Cup Classroom Standings!!!! In 8th place we have a 3 way tie; Goulding, Coates & Holland's class with $210 raised. In 7th place is Ms. Linger's class with $215 raised.In 5thplace we have a 2 way tie between Bordignon's & Kerr's class with $220 raised.Sitting in 4th place is Miller's class with $235. Our top 3 are as follows: Sitting in 3rd is Lamphier's class with $250.Currently in 2nd is Barton's class with $275. And currently in the lead is Ms. Bergsma's class with $300. All classes that weren't mentioned are super close so it's anyone's race. Remember, the top fundraising class wins a Beechwood Donut Party!! If you have additional people who want to donate you can select the additional fundraising option in school cashonline!!! You still have time if you want to participate in colour cup...It's not too late!!!!