Congratulations Mr. Lackey's 5th period class for being All THAT last week!!!
What is All THAT?
T- Celebrated on Thursdays
H- All homework turned in
A- Perfect class attendance
T- No tardies

We also had our first spirit day of the year featuring "TWINS"! We want to encourage school spirit because it is all about belonging and community. Junior High is a big step—but when students show school spirit, WJHS becomes a place where everyone feels welcome and connected.
3 months ago, Ciara Valente
Mr. Lackey's 5th was all THAT
Spirit Day - Twins!
Spirit Day - Twins!
WJHS Student Council Presents…

FAMILY BINGO NIGHT!

Date: Friday, October 3rd
Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
Location: WJHS Gym

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening of BINGO, board games, snacks, and prizes!
This is a FREE event—don’t miss it!

Come ready to shout BINGO! and make some great memories!
3 months ago, Ciara Valente
Family Bingo Night
Exciting News! ...

Waterford Junior High School has been awarded the PBIS Silver Recognition Award!

This honor celebrates our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and engaging school environment where students can learn and thrive in conditions that "maximize social , emotional, and behavioral outcomes for ALL students".

Thank you to our amazing staff, students, and families for working together to make WJHS a place where Tiger PRIDE shines every day!
3 months ago, Ciara Valente
PBIS award
Last week at Waterford Junior High…

During Tiger Time in Ms. Gorman’s class, students worked on adding fractions by finding common denominators and reducing answers when needed. To bring the skill to life, students enjoyed a pancake recipe lesson where two “cooks” combined recipes — using fractions to create a new one!

On Friday, our Science Department hosted the PBIS “Guess 10” Challenge during lunchtime. Students had a great time participating.
3 months ago, Ciara Valente
Pancake lessons in Tiger Time with Ms. Gorman
Pancake lessons in Tiger Time with Ms. Gorman
Pancake lessons in Tiger Time with Ms. Gorman
Pancake lessons in Tiger Time with Ms. Gorman
Pancake lessons in Tiger Time with Ms. Gorman
Pancake lessons in Tiger Time with Ms. Gorman
PBIS lunchtime activity hosted by Science
PBIS lunchtime activity hosted by Science
PBIS lunchtime activity hosted by Science
PBIS lunchtime activity hosted by Science
WJHS celebrated Mexican Independence Day yesterday with music, dancing, and a special treat!

A huge thank you to Mrs. Carolina and Mrs. Rocio, who made fresh horchata for students to enjoy—it was a big hit!
3 months ago, Ciara Valente
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Here is the 25-26 Spirit Day schedule!

Each month brings a new way to show your school pride and come together as a community.

This month we will kick things off on September 26th with the dress up theme: Twins Day! Pair up with your friend and dress alike for the day. (Dress code still applies ;0)

Let’s make this year the most spirited one yet. Go Tigers!
3 months ago, Ciara Valente
Spirit Days
September
The school year is in full swing, and classrooms are buzzing with hands-on learning and exciting projects. Mr. Langley has students active in Motion Class participating in fun games like the stacking cups challenge and modified basketball on scooters! While students in Mr. Kerr’s extended science class are busy building garden boxes that will soon be filled with fresh food to grow throughout the year. An added bonus includes participation with WHS' Gateway to Success students.

It’s inspiring to see our students learning, creating, and staying active every day.
3 months ago, Ciara Valente
Garden Boxes in Extended Science Class
Garden Boxes in Extended Science Class
Garden Boxes in Extended Science Class
Modified Basketball on scooters in Movement
Modified Basketball on scooters in Movement
Cup Stacking in Movement Class
Ms. Hall's multi-tasking skill at its finest.

Our PE team hosted their very first lunchtime activity as part of PBIS! Students had the chance to join in, get moving, and show what it means to be Positive, Productive, and Professional while having fun together."

4 months ago, Ciara Valente
PBIS lunchtime activities hosted by PE
PBIS lunchtime activities hosted by PE
PBIS lunchtime activities hosted by PE
PBIS lunchtime activities hosted by PE
PBIS lunchtime activities hosted by PE

This week during lunch, students had the opportunity to explore and sign up for a wide variety of clubs at our Club Rush event! From academic groups to creative outlets and leadership opportunities, there was something for everyone.

Joining a club is a great way to meet new friends, build skills, and become an even more active part of our school community.

4 months ago, Ciara Valente
25-26 informational Club Rush
25-26 informational Club Rush
25-26 informational Club Rush
25-26 informational Club Rush
25-26 informational Club Rush
25-26 informational Club Rush
25-26 informational Club Rush
25-26 informational Club Rush
25-26 informational Club Rush
25-26 informational Club Rush
Happy Labor Day! As a reminder, all school and district offices are closed today in honor of the Labor Day holiday. #WaterfordCares #EveryMomentMatters
4 months ago, Ms. Amanda Wilson
labor day all schools closed
As a reminder, all schools are out of session next Monday in honor of the Labor Day Holiday! Enjoy the three-day weekend! #WaterfordCares #WUSD
4 months ago, Ms. Amanda Wilson
all schools closed labor day
Schedules and live scoreboards for Girls Volleyball and Co-Ed Soccer are now available! ⚽🏐
Simply scan the QR codes below for all the details.

7th Grade Teams – 3:45 PM
8th Grade Teams – 4:45 PM

Come out and cheer on our Tigers as they kick off a brand-new season! 🐾

GO TIGERS! 🎉
4 months ago, Ciara Valente
GVB 2526
Soccer 2526

Science Teachers, Mr. Chimente and Mr. Kerr were the first department to host a PBIS Lunchtime Activity for the 25-26 school year. Our students were thrilled to get out of the heat and into the gym for an awesome Marshmallow/Spaghetti Tower Challenge. Congratulations to the winners of creating the tallest standing tower!

Science teachers Mr. Chimente and Mr. Kerr kicked off the first PBIS Lunchtime Activity of the 25–26 school year! Students were excited to escape the heat and head into the gym for the Marshmallow & Spaghetti Tower Challenge. Congratulations to the winners for building the tallest standing tower!

4 months ago, Ciara Valente
Science Lunchtime Activity
Science Lunchtime Activity
Science Lunchtime Activity
Science Lunchtime Activity
Science Lunchtime Activity
Science Lunchtime Activity
Science Lunchtime Activity
Science Lunchtime Activity
Science Lunchtime Activity
Science Lunchtime Activity

We are excited to host a new WUSD Gateway to Success class on our campus at WJHS—taught by Mr. Duarte!

This class is designed to help students transitioning from high school build practical life skills they’ll use every day. Currently, students are learning how to read and adapt recipes, as well as gaining hands-on practice with important household skills such as washing dishes and doing laundry. Having this class on our campus provides many opportunities for collaboration, and we are glad to support the district in offering this program.

We look forward to seeing the students continue to grow through these hands-on experiences!

4 months ago, Ciara Valente
WHS Gateway to Success
WHS Gateway to Success
WHS Gateway to Success
WHS Gateway to Success
WHS Gateway to Success
WHS Gateway to Success
WHS Gateway to Success
Mark your calendars — Tuesday, September 2nd is Picture Day!
4 months ago, Ciara Valente
Picture Day

This week our Yearbook Teacher, Ms. Ormonde has her students working on team building skills with a Marshmallow Tower Challenge and Speed Interviews.

4 months ago, Ciara Valente
Yearbook marshmallow challenge
Yearbook marshmallow challenge
Speed Interviews
Speed Interviews

We’re off to a fantastic start to the 2025–2026 school year! This week, our 7th Grade Expectations Assembly and Tiger Tours helped new students discover what it means to be a Positive, Productive, and Professional Tiger and tomorrow our 8th graders will receive their refresher. Our staff is energized and ready for the year ahead, and we can’t wait to partner with you in supporting your child’s growth and success. #WJHS #WaterfordTigers #WUSD

4 months ago, Ciara Valente
Welcome to the 25-26 school year! The staff at WJHS are here for you!
Expectations Assembly
Expectations Assembly
Tiger Tours
“Go Tigercorns!”
Co-ed Soccer Tryouts start tomorrow! See flyer for more information.
4 months ago, Ciara Valente
Soccer Tryouts

🌟 Welcome Back, Students and Families! 🌟 We are so excited to welcome everyone back to school for the 2025-26 school year! 🎒📚 📅 The first day of school is tomorrow, August 11! If you missed Round-Up, please walk your child to the front office tomorrow morning to complete the required paperwork—even if they are already enrolled. Let’s make it a great year!

4 months ago, Ms. Amanda Wilson
first day of instruction is august 11
📢 Notice: Office Closures August 4-5 📢 Our school and district offices will be closed on August 4 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM and closed all day on August 5. We’ll reopen and resume normal business hours on Tuesday, August 6. Thank you for your understanding! #WaterfordCares #WUSD
5 months ago, Ms. Amanda Wilson
notice of office closures