Counselors are on hand to assist in providing available information, in obtaining additional printed information, and in suggesting where and how to apply for post-high school education and financial aid. In the spring of 1994, WSHS School Site-Based Team, composed of WSHS staff, parents, and students, endorsed a plan to implement the concept of block scheduling . The 1999 - 2000 school year marks our fifth year on the system. We are pleased with the opportunity this type of schedule affords our students. The 4- Period block schedule is an alternative way of structuring the school day.
Students concentrate on fewer subjects in an extended class period.
At WSHS, our school day is built around four 80-minute instructional blocks or periods. Under the 4-period system classes are 80 minutes long. Below is a sample schedule with 80 minute class periods and a 10 minute passing time between classes. During Period 3, students will attend class for 80 minutes and have 30 minutes for lunch. By structuring the school day into 80 minute periods, we believe we can create a more productive and healthier learning and teaching environment.