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Are you taking an Honors or AP English class this fall? If so, this post is for you!
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Our Main Entrance has moved for the summer!
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Celebrate the Class of 2023!
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Dr. Michael P. Smith has been announced as the next Superintendent of Schools.
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By The Numbers
#1
WAHS is home to the 2022 Armed Varsity AFJROTC National Champions!
22
The number of unique dual credit classes offered across a total of 66 dual credit sections!
2,217
The total number of 2022 summer camp participants
1,320
The total number of students who completed an athletic season during the 2021-22 school year!
94%
The percentage of graduating seniors who responded that WAHS helped them explore future career opportunities!
25
The number of unique Advanced Placement (AP) courses offered across a total of 58 AP sections!
76%
The percentage of students who scored a 3 or better on their Advanced Placement exams, earning them college credit!