Subject: WHS Updates – October 2, 2026 Dear Waterford High School Families, I hope you are having a great week. Below are a few important updates and reminders for the week ahead. Homecoming Dance – Saturday, October 3 Join us on Saturday, October 3 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. for our Homecoming Dance, “Tangled: A Night Under the Lights!” Tickets will be available at the door for WHS students only for $25.00 (cash or check). We look forward to celebrating with our Lancers! Safe Futures Safe Walk – Sunday, October 4 Safe Futures is excited to invite the community to one of their most meaningful events of the year, their Annual Safe Walk at the Waterford Duck Pond Park on Sunday, October 4 at 8 a.m. The event is held in honor of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Students, family, and community participation is encouraged to help support this wonderful organization. The cost to register is $25 for adults and free for children and students. Please see the flyer for more information on this event. Safe Walk 2026 Flyer.pdf College & Career Fair – Wednesday, October 7 On Wednesday, October 7, juniors and seniors will have an opportunity to visit college and career representative from 12:45-2:10 p.m. in the Field House. Lancer Community Night – Wednesday, October 7 We are excited to welcome all WHS families to Lancer Community Night on Wednesday, October 7 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. This reimagined event is replacing our traditional back-to-school night and is designed to help families experience all that makes Waterford High School a special community. Throughout the evening, families will have the opportunity to meet faculty and staff, explore academic departments, connect with clubs, activities and athletic programs, view student work and performances, and meet community partners who support our students and families. Families will also visit their student’s Advisory classroom and connect with the teacher who serves as an important point of connection throughout the school year.
To make the evening even more fun, families can participate in our Lancer Family Passport Challenge! As you explore the school and visit different stations throughout the night, you can collect passport stamps and complete the challenge for a chance to be entered into a drawing for Lancer Family Prize Packs. Flu Vaccinations Available: UCFS Healthcare will be offering flu vaccinations during Lancer Community Night in the Lancer Library. Flu vaccines are recommended annually for everyone ages 6 months and older. A UCFS School-Based Health Center enrollment form and flu vaccine consent form are required in order to receive the vaccine. Flu Shots 26 There will be plenty to see, experience, and enjoy throughout the building, whether your student is new to WHS or has been a Lancer for several years. We hope you will join us for an evening centered on connection, belonging, and celebrating the many opportunities available to our students. Lancer Community Night Flyer Music Department Concert – Wednesday, October 14 If you want to see an evening of great musical performances, join us on Wednesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m. for our music concert. It will feature performances by the WHS Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Choir, and Chamber Orchestra. It is always a great night, and we hope you can join us for this free concert in the WHS auditorium. Message from Safe Grad (100% of the proceeds benefit the 2027 Safe Grad after graduation party) The Class of 2027 Safe Grad is now in its 40th year! We will be raising money throughout the year to reach our goal. This fun overnight experience is only made possible with the support of our parents, community, and local businesses. Please consider helping out in any way you can. Donate! Safe Grad Organization is a 501C3, all donations are tax deductible. https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/class-of-27-waterfordhigh-school-safe-grad Our Flock a Friend Fundraiser is now live, and dates are filling up fast! The flamingos are looking for places around town to visit before flying South for the winter. WSHSGO Flamingos.docx The Class of 2027 Waterford Safe Grad is now selling the newest version of the Thick D-Luxe 60x80 Lancer Blanket. They have the same
amazing quality as previous years with an updated print. These heavy blankets are perfect to keep you warm during all of your outdoor sporting events. Waterford HS Blanket Flyer_v3.1-3.pdf The 2026 Coupon Cards are on sale at 75% off! For only $5 you can get some great deals at LongHorn, Olio, Cafe NV and more. They are good until the end of the year. We will have them at the WHS Community Night and the 10/10 Harvest Festival at Waterford Beach Park or send us an email whssgo@gmail.com. WHSSG Coupon Card Inside.jpeg All Parents Welcome Our next Parents Advisory Coffee meeting of the school year is Wednesday, October 28, from 7:30–8:30 a.m. in the Library Reading Room. Please join the WHS administrative team for an hour of conversation, coffee, and connection. We will share updates about the school year and upcoming events and, as always, set aside time for your questions, ideas, and feedback. We hope you can join us! Thank you for your continued partnership and support of Waterford High School. With Lancer Pride, Kirk Samuelson Principal, Waterford High School