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![Adelaide Cosse Minnella Named New Jersey State & Region Player of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770313697/westexorg/ctm3gxeh9aoxzotrt6do/AdieCosseMinnella_25ar.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770313697/westexorg/ctm3gxeh9aoxzotrt6do/AdieCosseMinnella_25ar.jpg","width":432}])
Congratulations to Adelaide Cosse Minnella, who has been named New Jersey State and Region Player of the Year, a remarkable honor and a fitting milestone in an extraordinary career! An elite competitor and leader, Adelaide’s impact on the program goes far beyond the stat sheet.
![Coach Humes Reaches 300th Career Win!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770215868/westexorg/uhv62ssihds9vwbqeg2s/humes.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770215868/westexorg/uhv62ssihds9vwbqeg2s/humes.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770215868/westexorg/uhv62ssihds9vwbqeg2s/humes.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770215868/westexorg/uhv62ssihds9vwbqeg2s/humes.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770215868/westexorg/uhv62ssihds9vwbqeg2s/humes.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770215868/westexorg/uhv62ssihds9vwbqeg2s/humes.jpg","width":2048}])
Congratulations to Head Boys Basketball Coach Bill Humes on reaching his 300th career win with a 46–43 victory at University High School on January 27. Coach Humes has proudly served as the Head Basketball Coach at West Essex since 2011, following successful tenures at Passaic Valley and Caldwell High School.
![Masquers of West Essex Presents 'Chicago: Teen Edition']([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770136842/westexorg/vq304nr96qxpkdkae7j5/ChicagoAd.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770136842/westexorg/vq304nr96qxpkdkae7j5/ChicagoAd.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770136842/westexorg/vq304nr96qxpkdkae7j5/ChicagoAd.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770136842/westexorg/vq304nr96qxpkdkae7j5/ChicagoAd.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770136842/westexorg/vq304nr96qxpkdkae7j5/ChicagoAd.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770136842/westexorg/vq304nr96qxpkdkae7j5/ChicagoAd.png","width":1728}])
The Masquers of West Essex is proud to present their 2026 Spring Musical Chicago: Teen Edition. Step into the glitz and glamour of the Roaring ’20s with Chicago: Teen Edition - a high-energy musical packed with dazzling dance numbers, unforgettable music, and bold ambition.
![Men’s Saber Squad Earns 9th Place at All-State Cetrulo Tournament]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769700750/westexorg/j5fxarx3lwpzuqdxoap2/Fencing.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769700750/westexorg/j5fxarx3lwpzuqdxoap2/Fencing.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769700750/westexorg/j5fxarx3lwpzuqdxoap2/Fencing.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769700750/westexorg/j5fxarx3lwpzuqdxoap2/Fencing.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1769700750/westexorg/j5fxarx3lwpzuqdxoap2/Fencing.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1769700750/westexorg/j5fxarx3lwpzuqdxoap2/Fencing.jpg","width":2200}])
Congratulations to the West Essex Men’s Fencing Saber Squad on earning an impressive 9th-place finish at the 95th Annual All-State Cetrulo Fencing Tournament. This outstanding performance is a testament to their skill, determination, and teamwork.
![Honoring Our Governor's Educators of the Year, ShopRite Stars, and WE CARE Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769633815/westexorg/ig5owlk5jw8esetmvjmb/BOERecognition1-27-2026-6.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769633815/westexorg/ig5owlk5jw8esetmvjmb/BOERecognition1-27-2026-6.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769633815/westexorg/ig5owlk5jw8esetmvjmb/BOERecognition1-27-2026-6.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769633815/westexorg/ig5owlk5jw8esetmvjmb/BOERecognition1-27-2026-6.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1769633815/westexorg/ig5owlk5jw8esetmvjmb/BOERecognition1-27-2026-6.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1769633815/westexorg/ig5owlk5jw8esetmvjmb/BOERecognition1-27-2026-6.jpg","width":2200}])
At the January 27 Board of Education meeting, West Essex proudly recognized staff members and students whose dedication and service make a lasting impact on our school community.
![WEHS Announces ShopRite Stars for MP2]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1752079923/westexorg/jrxb1klfuxaqvre44a6z/NewWEHSOutside.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1752079923/westexorg/jrxb1klfuxaqvre44a6z/NewWEHSOutside.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1752079923/westexorg/jrxb1klfuxaqvre44a6z/NewWEHSOutside.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1752079923/westexorg/jrxb1klfuxaqvre44a6z/NewWEHSOutside.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1752079923/westexorg/jrxb1klfuxaqvre44a6z/NewWEHSOutside.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1752079923/westexorg/jrxb1klfuxaqvre44a6z/NewWEHSOutside.jpg","width":2200}])
West Essex High School is happy to announce our ShopRite Stars for Marking Period 2. Congratulations! We are so proud of these amazing students who serve as role models for our community.
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