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  • WFHS honors, awards, enlistments
    Williams Field High School seniors have received a series of awards in recent weeks.
     
    Londonn Rogers has been selected for membership in the National Society of High School Scholars, which recognizes academic excellence at the high school level.
     
    Autumn Wootton is a finalist in a poetry contest for a $2,000 grand prize. Her poem “Visionary Mind.” has been published on PoetryNation.com and will appear in a poetry collection to be sold at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.com.
     
    In addition, the following students have enlisted in the U.S. military: Joseph Alvarez, Army; Abraham Barron, Marine Corps; Stephanie Cochran, Navy; Steven Figueroa, Marine Corps; Cole Ivy, Navy; Alexandria Nichols, Army National Guard; Sammy Joy Salazar, Army; Travis Summers, Air Force; Deanna Vickroy, Navy; and Dustin Weiss, Marine Corps. After completion of their service, they each qualify for an $83,000 GI Bill to cover the cost of attending college.
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  • Summer Office Hours

    June 3rd thru July 19th

    Office and Registration hours

    Monday-Thursday

    7:30am to 12:00 and 1:00 to 3pm

     
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  • MEN’S TRACK! STATE CHAMPS! 

    MEN’S TRACK! STATE CHAMPS! 

    Congratulations to our 2013 Men’s Track Team as they have earned the State Championship Title.  This is the first athletic State Championship in Black Hawk History!  Please take the time to congratulate the team and coaches including head coach Steve Campbell. Individual State Champions were: Quincy Stokes for the 110 hurdles, and the 4X1 team: Nick Adamcik, Terrance Payne, Roman Scholtens, Kenny Owens, and Sean Schwiechler. 
     
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  • WFHS to live-stream graduation
    Tomorrow night at 7 p.m., for the first time, Williams Field High School will webcast live the commencement ceremony for people who are unable to attend or who choose to watch the ceremony indoors in the school auditorium.
     
    Because temperatures have reached above 100 degrees during the day, school officials said they wanted to ensure people who may have difficulties with the heat can watch the live feed on a big screen in the school auditorium. In addition, anyone who cannot attend the ceremony can watch it online at this link: http://primeimagemedia.com/viewer.html 
     
    Prime Image Media is handling the live streaming on behalf of the high school, located at 2076 S. Higley Road, Gilbert.
     
    Seating for commencement begins at 6:30 p.m. and the ceremony starts at 7.  
     
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  • Art Wagner Memorial & Scholarship Fund

    The education non-profit group, James Megellas Foundation, has opened a memorial and scholarship fund in Art Wagner’s honor.

    To contribute, please write your check to the “James Megellas Foundation” with the memo, “Art Wagner Memorial and Scholarship Fund” sign and mail it to James Megellas Foundation, c/o Higley Unified School District Office, Superintendent’s Office, 2935 S. Recker Road, Gilbert, AZ 85295.

    For contributors who wish to deliver their checks in person, the District Office front desk at 2935 S. Recker Road is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Fri., through May 31. The office is closed Memorial Day, May 27.

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  • No summer meals program 
    Higley Unified School District will not provide free meals to children ages 0 to 18 this summer, contrary to previous reports. 
     
    The Arizona Department of Education recently changed its methods of determining which districts could participate in the program.  
     
    Families who may qualify for the summer meals program should visit www.azsummerfood.gov/food-site-locations to find the nearest participating location.
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  • Class of 2013 Important Info

     

    Dear Seniors and Parents:

     

    This letter has been prepared to help you plan and prepare for graduation.  Graduation is just weeks away, but plans and arrangements are being made now to assure a successful commencement.  This letter is being provided to inform you of the plans, arrangements and dates in place at this time.

     

    IMPORTANT DATES

    • Tuesday, May 7 – Yearbook preview party in the cafeteria from 4:00pm – 6:00pm
    • Thursday, May 9 – Senior Honors and Awards Ceremony – 6:00 p.m. in the Auditorium;
    • Friday, May 10 – Black Hawk Call- Best Of The Nest Senior Assembly 12:00pm – 2:00pm

    Cap and gown distribution (in the small gym) immediately following the Black Hawk call (in

    order to receive your cap and gown all overdue text books and library books must be returned and outstanding fees, including $25 graduation fee must be paid)

    • Thursday, May 16 and Friday, May 17 – Final exams for ALL seniors

    (These are full days of school)

    • Monday, May 20 – Last day for ALL seniors

    All outside transcripts due (Ex: Pinnacle, Primavera, etc.)

    • Thursday, May 23 – Graduation rehearsal 6:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Please meet at 6:30 a.m. on the south end of the football field (Attendance is mandatory for all graduating seniors)

    If you cannot attend, please notify Mrs. Horton prior to Wednesday morning practice and arrange for a substitute to stand in for you.

    Senior breakfast in the cafeteria will follow rehearsal

    • Thursday, May 23 – Graduation ceremony, seniors arrive no later than 6:30 p.m. on the south end of the football field, graduation begins at 7:00 p.m.

     

    GRADUATION PRACTICE – Prior to the graduation ceremony seniors will be involved in practice for commencement activities.  On Thursday, May 23rd graduation rehearsal will begin at 6:30 a.m.  The practice will be followed by the Senior Breakfast in the cafeteria. Attendance at graduation practice is mandatory.  Seniors who do not attend the graduation practice will not be allowed to participate in the ceremony. Seniors are expected to arrive on time and stay for the duration of the practice.  Seniors must dress appropriately in compliance with the district and school dress code. 

     

    Any senior student trespassing on the WFHS campus outside of school hours, or involved with any destructive or disruptive behavior prior to graduation may not be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony.

     

    GRADUATION CEREMONY – Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 7:00 P.M., Williams Field High School Football Stadium. 

     

    • The ceremony will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. Graduates need to report to the south end of the football field at 6:30 p.m. for check-in.

     

     

    • Seniors who choose to participate in the graduation ceremony are expected to dress appropriately.  Appropriate attire for the gentlemen includes dress pants, dress shirt, tie and dress shoes.  Appropriate attire for the ladies includes dress slacks with a blouse or a dress with dress shoes.  Cut-off shorts, tennis shoes, deck shoes and ‘flip-flops’ are not considered appropriate attire.
    • It is important that each and every graduate name be heard by all in attendance.  Please only bring items that would be respectful of other people’s ability to hear the proceedings.  Do not bring “play things” or distractions. Personal items may not be visible…such as corsages, leis or cap and gown decorations. Unopened bottles of water will be allowed entry at the gate and water will also be for sale inside the stadium from one of our clubs.  Food, drinks, or coolers will not be permitted inside the stadium. Other items such as signs, balloons, umbrellas, or air horns will not be permitted in the stadium.
    • Honors Recognition-

     

    Honor Roll (3.50 – 3.99 weighted GPA) Black and Red Cord

    Principal’s List (4.00 and above weighted GPA) Gold Cord

     

    Please purchase in the bookstore beginning May 10, 2013 for $7.00 each.  All other stoles should be picked up through your advisor.

     

     

    CLEARANCE OF DEBTS AND TEXTBOOK RETURN – All overdue textbooks, library books, athletic uniforms, other school equipment/items and locks must be returned and debts paid in order to participate in the graduation practice and ceremony.

     

    GRADUATION PHOTOS – There will be an opportunity for your senior to have professional graduation photos by Lou Coopey. It will be during the commencement ceremony when the Governing Board hands the diploma to your senior.  The web site to order those pictures will be given to the students inside the diploma envelope. Contact information 480-830-5667 or www.loucoopey.com 

     

    PARTICIPATION IN GRADUATION – All seniors are encouraged to participate in the commencement ceremony.  If any senior is unable to participate, then he or she may request to be excused by contacting Mrs. Horton at 480-279-8013.

     

    REFUNDS – All refunds must be requested by Jostens and not from Williams Field High School.

    If a senior is/does not graduate, he/she would need to request a refund in writing by June 30, 2013.  They can do so by regular mail or email.

    Jostens

    501 W. Ray Rd Ste. 6

    Chandler, AZ 58225

    cindy.serrano.office@jostens.com

    Phone: (480) 756-0555

     

    This letter is NOT to be considered an indication that your son or daughter will graduate.  All seniors must meet the State of Arizona and the Higley Unified District Board of Education requirements to receive a diploma.  Students who do not meet these requirements will not be permitted to take part in the graduation ceremony.

     

    We look forward to hearing Pomp and Circumstance while your student marches in and is rewarded for their hard work by receiving their diploma at graduation.  This will mark a milestone on their way to post-secondary education.

     

    Sincerely,

    WFHS Administration
     
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  • Dual Enrollment Tuition Assistance 2013-2014

    Chandler-Gilbert Community College
     

    Applications are being accepted now for those who are interested in a Dual Enrollment class with Chandler-Gilbert Community College for 2013-2014. Go to www.cgc.edu/dual and click on the “Tuition Assistance 2013-2014” link for eligibility criteria and a copy of the application packet. The deadline for priority qualification is Thursday, May 23, 2013. Please submit completed application packets to:

    Chandler-Gilbert Community College

    Attn: Financial Aid

    2626 E. Pecos Road

    Chandler, AZ 85226-2499

    Phone: 480-732-7311 – Fax: 480-857-5205

    Email: DEtuitionassistance@cgc.edu

     
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  • Alert: Higley urges caution due to incident Tuesday
     
    Higley Unified School District urges families to take extra precautions to keep children safe and be on the lookout for suspicious behavior due to an incident that the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating.

    Authorities said that a 10-year-old walking Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the 18500 block of Ryan Road, an area near Queen Creek and Power roads, was confronted by an armed man who tried to force her into a vehicle. Sheriff’s officials said the man exposed himself but then released her unharmed.

    The man is described as having a dark complexion, black hair, wearing brown jeans and a black hat. He was seen driving a gray or brown four-door vehicle. 

    If anyone has any information about the man, they should contact the Sheriff’s Office at (602) 876.1087 and speak with Detective MeGehee or Sgt. Lugo. 

    Although this incident did not occur at a school in the Higley district, we ask everyone to be on heightened alert. Please take precautions such as walking in groups. Children should inform an adult such as a parent or school employee right away when they spot strange and suspicious activity. We appreciate your vigilance in this matter.

    Click here to view the MCSO bulletin.
     
     
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  • Free, early immunizations available

    Chaparral Elementary School will host a series of free immunization clinics by the Chandler Regional Medical Center over the next few months, giving parents an opportunity to immunize children before the next school year begins in August.  

    The hospital’s Community Wellness Children’s Immunization Program aims to provide free immunizations to children 6 weeks to 18 years old.

    The next four Chandler Regional Medical Center clinics at Chaparral, 3380 E. Frye Road, Gilbert, will be in the school’s cafeteria 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. on the following Wednesdays: April 10, May 8, July 17 and Aug. 7.

    More information about this federally–funded program is here.

     
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  • Principal's letter to WFHS 

    To the WFHS Community:

    I will be leaving Williams Field High School at the conclusion of the 2012-13 school year to pursue other opportunities and challenges.  

    It has been a privilege to be the principal of Williams Field, working alongside our excellent teachers, administrators, students and parents. I am proud to be part of their successes and growth, both in and out of the classroom, for the past three years. 

    I would like to thank the community for supporting me during my time as principal here, and I wish all of the Black Hawks best of luck in the future.

    Thank you, 

    Shawn Lynch
    Principal
     
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  • New principal to lead WFHS

    The Governing Board at a meeting earlier this month approved Ms. Terri Wattawa as the principal of Williams Field High School to succeed Principal Shawn Lynch, who has led the high school since 2010. She will officially begin her new position on July 1.
    Read more about Ms. Wattawa in this press release. Another principal has been hired for Cooley Middle School, the seventh- and eighth-grade campus she had initially been hired to lead.

    See Ms. Wattawa’s biography
     
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  • Middle School
    More answers to Frequently Asked Questions
    Several parents have asked questions about middle school start times,pick-up and drop-off times and other similar questions and concerns. Answers to many of those questions are on this FAQs sheet.
     
    Looking for more information about Higley middle schools?
    Higley Unified School District has a web page, husd.org/middleschools as a hub for news and updates on the schools which are now under construction. Please bookmark the page on your browser and check the site periodically for news about upcoming public meetings, events, construction, mascots and other issues. Also, you can track updates @higleydistrict on Twitter.
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  • 2013-14 start, end times for Higley Unified School District
     
    The Governing Board at its Dec. 18 meeting approved the 2013-14 start times for Higley's schools. 
    They are: 
     
    • High schools, 7:20 a.m.-2:30 p.m.                        
    • Elementary Schools, 8:10 a.m.–3:05 p.m.
    • Middle Schools– 8:55 a.m.–3:50 p.m.
     
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  • Grad Night
     
     
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  • Higley offers Free Childcare during Regular Governing Board Meetings

    Free childcare for children ages 5 to 12 is provided for parents attending regular Higley Governing Board meetings. The childcare is located in room 103 at Chaparral Elementary, 3380 East Frye Road, Gilbert, AZ, 85295. A lesson and activity will be provided by licensed staff. Children may be dropped off 30 min. prior to the beginning of the meeting, and must be picked up when the meeting has concluded. For questions about Governing Board meeting childcare, contact Community Education at (480) 279.7055.
     
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  • Tutoring Opportunities

    For those who are interested in getting some extra help, WFHS offers tutoring! Don't fall behind, take advantage of this special opportunity!
     
    English:
    Monday and Wednesday, 2:40 - 3:40 p.m., Room 220
     
    History:
    Tuesday and Thursday, 2:40 - 3:40 p.m., Room 122
     
    Science:
    Monday and Wednesday, 2:40 - 3:40 p.m., Room 243
     
    Math:
    Tuesday and Thursday, 2:40 - 3:40 p.m., Room 225
     
    Spanish:
    Monday and Wednesday, 2:40 - 3:40 p.m., Room 113
     
    Mandarin:
    (by appointment), Room 106
     
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  • "A" Rated School

    WFHS EXCELLS
     
    Williams Field High School is proud to share with the community that for the second straight year we are     an “A” Rated School determined by the Arizona Department of Education. This rating is truly reflective of not only the amazing programs that we have to offer, but it also speaks to the hard work, dedication and overall commitment to "Excellence in Every Endeavor" shared by each person on this campus. This rating simply confirms what we at Williams Field High School have known all along… we have new and exciting programs, outstanding students, and a supportive and innovative faculty of teachers willing to assist in any way possible so that each and every Black Hawk can be successful!
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WELCOME

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Welcome to the Williams Field High School website.  We are a school of approximately 1500 students on a state-of-the-art campus that opened in August of 2007.  We are proud to be an "A" rated school with high expectations in the classroom, on the field and in the community.  Our parents, administrators, teachers and staff are committed to providing every student with a quality, challenging and positive educational experience that prepares them for a successful future.  As a staff our goal is to "Connect, Engage and Inspire our students to Achieve Excellence in Every Endeavor."  We believe that every student can excel when there are high expectations combined with respect and support. GO BLACK HAWKS!

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