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The Masquers of West Essex are proud to announce that tickets are available for their production of The Wizard of Oz here at the West Essex High School Auditorium! Click below to read more and purchase your tickets now.

Congratulations to Alexander Bejjani, our West Essex High School Class of 2025 Valedictorian and Emily Dyme, our West Essex High School Class of 2025 Salutatorian!

Italian Club students were treated to an authentic Italian lunch on Tuesday, February 25th by Chefs Veronica and Giancarlo Palazzone of Palazzone 1960. The bakery and restaurant, located in Wayne, is well known for its outstanding pastries and delicious food.

WERSD is happy to invite parents and community members to our Knight of Knowledge event—a night dedicated to empowering families! This special evening will feature engaging information sessions designed to support and guide parents in raising confident, successful children.

West Essex High School kicked off an exciting new chapter in school spirit and inclusivity with the launch of its Unified Sports Recreation program. To celebrate the beginning of this initiative, the school hosted its first-ever event: a Tie-Dye T-Shirt Social on January 29th.

Sports Management students and members of the WEHS Hockey team had the opportunity to meet Columbus Blue Jackets Coach Aron Augustitus on Friday, February 14. Aron, a West Essex alumnus, spoke about his journey through High School and college, and how he worked his way up the ladder to become a coach on the Blue Jackets.

Mrs. Mondadori’s Accounting I and II Honors students had the opportunity to visit Premio Foods Production Facility on Wednesday, February 12th to learn more about supply chains, finances, and business operations. Thank you to Premio Foods and Marc Cinque for hosting these future business leaders!

Congratulations to Girls Basketball Captain Sasha Resnick ’25 on reaching an incredible milestone – her 1,000th career point! Sasha achieved this remarkable feat last night in the game against Mount Saint Dominic Academy. She now joins just five other female athletes in WE history to accomplish this achievement.

Kaya Gerdes' artwork was chosen to be exhibited in the Art Administrators of NJ Emerging Artists 37th Annual High School Exhibition at the James Howe Gallery at Kean University!

In a significant achievement for the students of the Culinary Arts program, several groups have recently earned prestigious food safety certifications, equipping them with the essential skills to excel in the foodservice industry.

WEHS students in Mrs. Mondadori-Llauguet’s Sports Management Classes were visited by Dr. Gina Pauline, Undergraduate Director & Associate Professor of Sport Management at Syracuse University. Down the hall in Ms. Pivetta’s Italian Club meeting, students were visited by former Club VP Daniel Martire ‘22.

West Essex had some adorable visitors last week: Mel and Charlie from Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs! High School students and staff had a chance to take a break from midterm exam preparations and enjoy some furry fun. It was paws-itively wonderful opportunity! 🐾

As the 2024-2025 school year reaches its halfway mark, our dedicated administration and faculty have already begun planning for the 2025-2026 academic year.

West Essex Regional School District is once again participating in ADL’s “No Place for Hate Initiative.” The Middle School and High School Culture & Climate Committees have been hard at work planning activities to create more inclusive, respectful, and equitable school environments.

West Essex High School is happy to announce the recipients of the ShopRite Star awards for Marking Period 2.

A big congratulations to WEHS students Anthony Drago and Benedetto Matteucci on signing their Letters of Intent! Drago has committed to playing lacrosse at Duke University in Durham, NC, while Matteucci has committed to playing soccer at the Rome City Institute of Soccer in Rome, Italy.

Throughout the months of November and December, the culinary classes and Cooking for a Cause club have been busy! Chefs Robert Eckert and Michael Delapaz have brought an inspiring energy to the newly renovated culinary kitchens at West Essex High School, transforming them into a hub of creativity and community. Under their guidance, the culinary arts students have showcased their skills by preparing an impressive array of dishes.

It’s been a busy couple of weeks for Mrs. Andrea Mondadori-Llauget’s Business Classes and Clubs! On December 5th, Ms. Mondadori’s Sport Management classes (which are run through Syracuse University) visited Madison Square Garden...

At the December 9th Board of Education meeting, Board Members and District Administration honored teachers, students, and outgoing board members for their time and dedication to West Essex.

The Masquers of West Essex hosted their inaugural fall Cabaret Knight on Thursday, November 21st. The night featured students performing scenes and songs from their favorite plays and musicals. The auditorium was full of supportive family members, peers, and WE staff who cheered the performers on.

The West Essex Middle and High School Student Councils honored Support Staff this year with Holiday Luncheons. The events featured delicious catered food and performances, as student council and district leaders thanked the staff for all that they do to keep West Essex running smoothly.

West Essex High School is happy to announce the recipients of the ShopRite Star award for Marking Period 1.

On Wednesday, November 20th, students in Mrs. Andrea Mondadori’s Sports Management classes hosted the 5th annual Turkey Classic Volleyball tournament to raise funds for the Caldwell Food Pantry. Students in these classes are required to run one sports event during the school year and donate the proceeds to a local charity.

The Freemasons Lodge #7, F. & A. M., has recognized our very own Mr. Tim Martin for his outstanding contributions to education. Nominated by a junior at West Essex High School and selected through a rigorous review process, Tim was celebrated at an honorary dinner this past weekend.

On Wednesday, November 13, the National English Honor Society hosted their annual Fall Showcase: a night of poetry, spoken word, and acoustic performance. Students were invited to perform their own creations or a favorite poem, song, or other work that someone else has made.

Ava Russo and Sophia Sisco signed their letters of intent to play field hockey at Dartmouth and Boston College respectively on November 13th (National Signing Day). Congratulations to both girls on continuing their academic and athletic careers at the next level!

The West Essex community congratulates Head Football Coach Chris Benacquista for becoming the ALL-TIME wins leader at West Essex High School with an incredible 114 wins!

The West Essex High School Guidance Department hosted their annual College Fair on October 1st. The event was packed with students from West Essex (and surrounding schools) and tons of colleges and universities.

The West Essex Marching Knights will host and compete in the Tournament of Bands Chapter X Championship Competition! Come support our performers and musicians as they compete against other bands across the region.

The Masquers of West Essex Theater Club is hard at work on their production of the brand new play "Witches?! In Salem!?" which will be held on Friday, November 1st and November 2nd at 7:00pm at the high school auditorium.

On September 12th, WE Parents had the opportunity to meet their child's educators, learn more about student clubs and activities, and walk the halls of WEHS.

WEHS held its first-ever club fair on September 11th and 12th during the lunch block. Students had an opportunity to learn about the dozens of extracurricular activities offered at the High School.

13 new faculty members have joined the West Essex family as the 2024-25 school year begins. Get to know these new educators by reading a bit more about them below!

Welcome back, students and staff, as we kick off the 2024-25 school year!

The West Essex School District announces the following changes in the district administration for the upcoming 2024 - 25 school year.

West Essex High School has been designated as a Gold Star No Place for Hate School for the 2023-24 School Year!