WHS Weekly Update: October 5–11, 2026
Communications
October 5, 2026
October is underway at Woodbridge High School, and we have another busy week ahead! This week, WHS will recognize our Week of Inclusion & Respect, while students have opportunities to participate in service projects, clubs, athletics, college visits, and other activities throughout our school community.
Please take a few minutes to review this week's important dates, announcements, and upcoming events.
This Week at WHS
Monday, October 5
National Bullying Prevention Day – Wear Blue
WHS Muslim Club & Black Student Union Hygiene Product Drive Begins
Mu Alpha Theta Applications Due
Home Freshman Girls Volleyball vs. Old Bridge – 4:00 PM
Tuesday, October 6
Week of Inclusion & Respect – Wear Tie-Dye
Fairleigh Dickinson University College Visit – 8:30 AM
S.O.S. Club Meeting – After School, Cafeteria 125
NHS Pink-a-thon – 2:45–3:45 PM, Cafeteria 125
Wednesday, October 7
Week of Inclusion & Respect – "Sweats Day"
Thursday, October 8
Week of Inclusion & Respect – Wear a Jersey with a Number
Home JV Boys Soccer vs. Old Bridge – 4:00 PM
Home Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Colonia – 4:00 PM
Home JV Girls Volleyball vs. Colonia – 5:30 PM
Home Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Old Bridge – 6:30 PM
Friday, October 9
WHS Spirit Day – Wear WHS Colors or Apparel
Monmouth University College Visit – 8:30 AM
Arts High School Visit – 10:00 AM
Home Varsity Football vs. Summit – 6:30 PM
Saturday, October 10
Home Freshman Boys Football vs. Summit – 9:00 AM
New WHS Vlog: Inside the Woodbridge vs. Colonia Football Rivalry
Go behind the scenes of one of Woodbridge High School's biggest rivalries in our newest WHS vlog!
WOODBRIDGE vs. COLONIA | Inside the Football Rivalry | NJ High School Football
Experience the sights and sounds of the rivalry as the Barrons take on Colonia, with an inside look at the game-day atmosphere, our students, and the WHS community.
Watch the Woodbridge vs. Colonia Football Rivalry Vlog
Be sure to subscribe to the WHS YouTube channel for more student-produced videos, school events, athletics, and an inside look at life at Woodbridge High School.
Week of Inclusion & Respect
Woodbridge High School will recognize its Week of Inclusion & Respect from October 5–9. Students and staff are encouraged to participate throughout the week as we promote kindness, respect, inclusion, and a positive school community.
Monday, October 5 – National Bullying Prevention Day
Wear blue in recognition of National Bullying Prevention Day.
Tuesday, October 6 – Peace, Love & Kindness
Wear tie-dye for peace, love, and kindness.
Wednesday, October 7 – "Sweats Day"
Wear your sweats because being a friend is no sweat!
Thursday, October 8 – Everyone Counts!
Wear a jersey with a number because everyone counts!
Friday, October 9 – WHS Spirit Day
Finish the week by wearing WHS colors or Barrons apparel and showing your Barron pride!
We encourage our entire WHS community to participate and help reinforce the importance of treating one another with kindness, dignity, and respect.
WHS Muslim Club & Black Student Union Hygiene Product Drive
The WHS Muslim Club and Black Student Union are joining together for a Hygiene Product Drive benefiting a local women's shelter.
The drive will run from October 5–16.
All donated products must be new and unopened. Suggested donations include:
Shampoo and conditioner
Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Deodorant
Pads and tampons
Floss and mouthwash
Twin XL bed sheets
Wipes
Body wash and soap
Lotion
Hand sanitizer
Tissues
Towels
Donations can be placed in the collection boxes located near the Main Office.
Please see Mrs. Casanova, Ms. Giblin, Ms. Wanzer, or Mrs. Cruz with any questions.
Thank you for helping WHS support members of our local community!
Student Activities & Opportunities
Mu Alpha Theta – Applications Due October 5
This is the final reminder for students interested in joining Mu Alpha Theta, WHS's Math Honor Society, for the 2026–2027 school year.
Applications are due Monday, October 5.
Information and the application are available on Mrs. Maldonado's Math Honor Society website:
Mu Alpha Theta Information & Application
S.O.S. Club – First Meeting October 6
The first S.O.S. Club meeting will be held:
Tuesday, October 6
Immediately After School
Cafeteria 125
Students should return their permission slips to Mr. Switek in Room 303 before the meeting.
NHS Pink-a-thon – October 6
It's time to Pink Out at WHS!
The National Honor Society Pink-a-thon will take place:
Tuesday, October 6
2:45–3:45 PM
Cafeteria 125
Students can enjoy games, themed activities, snacks, and plenty of fun while supporting breast cancer awareness.
Admission is $5 in advance or $8 at the door.
See an NHS member, Ms. Balle, or Mrs. Kavaja to sign up.
Wear pink, bring your friends, have fun, and support a great cause!
El Dorado – WHS Literary & Art Magazine
Interested in writing, editing, publishing, art, or simply being part of a creative team?
Join El Dorado, the WHS literary and art magazine, and become part of a Woodbridge High School tradition with more than 80 years of history.
See Mr. Gregory in Room 302 for more information and a permission slip.
College Visits at WHS
College representatives continue to visit Woodbridge High School to meet with interested students.
Juniors and seniors who would like to meet with a college representative must sign up through their Naviance account under Colleges → Visits.
Tuesday, October 6 – 8:30 AM
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Friday, October 9 – 8:30 AM
Monmouth University
Friday, October 9 – 10:00 AM
Arts High School
Space is limited for college visits, so interested students are encouraged to register through Naviance.
Senior Prom Committee Thanksgiving Pie Fundraiser
The Senior Prom Committee is selling Delicious Orchards pies for Thanksgiving!
Pies are available in Apple, Cherry, Pecan, and Pumpkin.
All pies are $25 each. Orders are due no later than Thursday, October 29, and all orders will be delivered before Thanksgiving. Pie Flyer
To place an order, students and families can email Mr. Peter Morrison or Ms. Jen Wauters, or contact a Senior Prom Committee member.
Cash payment must also be received by October 29.
Payments can be submitted to:
Mr. Morrison – Room 306
Ms. Wauters – Room 314
Thank you for your continued support of the WHS Senior Prom Committee!
Girls Soccer Apparel Shop
The WHS Girls Soccer Team apparel shop remains open!
The shop features a variety of Girls Soccer gear, including T-shirts, joggers, sweatshirts, quarter-zips, and more.
Orders ship within a few days and are expected to arrive directly to your door within approximately 4–5 business days. Please note that shipping costs may be higher than some traditional team stores.
Thank you for supporting WHS Girls Soccer and our Barron student-athletes!
WHS Athletics – Come Support the Barrons!
Fall athletics continue this week! Students, families, and members of the WHS community are encouraged to come out and support our Barron student-athletes at this week's home contests.
Monday, October 5
Freshman Girls Volleyball vs. Old Bridge High School
4:00 PM
Thursday, October 8
Junior Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Old Bridge High School
4:00 PM
Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Colonia High School
4:00 PM
Junior Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Colonia High School
5:30 PM
Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Old Bridge High School
6:30 PM
Friday, October 9
Varsity Boys Football vs. Summit High School
6:30 PM
Saturday, October 10
Freshman Boys Football vs. Summit High School
9:00 AM
For the complete schedule, including all home and away contests, visit the WHS Athletics Calendar.
Please note: Sports schedules are subject to change. Students and families should confirm dates, times, and locations through the official athletics calendar or with their respective teams and coaches.
Important School Reminders
Arrival & Dismissal
Thank you to our students and families for continuing to help keep arrival and dismissal safe and efficient.
With more than 1,500 students arriving at and leaving WHS each day, families are encouraged to arrive early whenever possible, particularly before traffic increases around 7:45 AM.
Please continue to observe BUS ONLY and CAR LANE designations, use designated parking areas for student pickup, and keep all fire lanes clear.
Students arriving after 7:50 AM are considered late.
Cell Phones & Electronic Devices
Cell phones and other personal electronic devices are prohibited during the school day.
Students should silence and secure their phones upon entering the building and keep them stored and out of sight throughout the day. Smartwatches, headphones, earbuds, and other personal electronic devices should also remain stored.
Parents and guardians who need to contact their child during school hours should contact the school through the Main Office.
Attendance
When a student will be absent or late, a parent or guardian should contact the WHS Attendance Line before 7:30 AM.
Attendance Line: 732-602-8616
All students, regardless of age, must be signed out by a parent or guardian when leaving school before dismissal.
Stay Connected
The WHS Weekly Update is posted at the beginning of every week on the Woodbridge High School website and shared across our social media channels.
Follow @WHSBarronPride on Instagram for school news, announcements, student highlights, athletics, events, and updates throughout the week.
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Be sure to follow our WHS YouTube channel as well for student-produced videos, school events, athletics, and more from around Woodbridge High School.
Stay connected, stay involved, and continue to show your Barron pride.
Please note: All events and schedules are subject to change. Please check in with your respective teams, clubs, coaches, and advisors for updates or schedule changes.