Thursday, February 26, 2026

Frederick Douglass was an escaped enslaved man who became an abolitionist, orator, and writer, famously proving that African Americans possessed the intellectual capacity to function as free citizens. He authored three best-selling autobiographies and founded the influential North Star newspaper to advocate for the end of slavery and the equality of all people. Beyond abolition, Douglass was a key advisor to President Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War and a lifelong champion of women's suffrage and universal human rights. This message was brought to you by Maleah May Anderson of the ERASE Club in honor of Black History Month. 

Attention, Seniors: The Jerome F. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship is now available to graduating seniors in Morris County. Criteria for this scholarship includes having professional aspirations in a business career, strong academic achievement, and involvement in community and extra-curricular activities. Whippany Park can nominate only one student for this scholarship. To be considered, you must complete the application for nomination, which is also available in the Counseling Office. The nomination form is due in the Counseling Office by Monday, March 2nd. If you have any questions, see Mr. Shore.

Attn 9th, 10th and 11th Grade Students: Now that scheduling is complete, appeal forms are due no later than 3pm on Friday, February 27th. Appeal forms will not be accepted after this date.

Local Scholarships are now available for the Class of 2026. Visit Whippanypark.org and click on the "2026 Local Scholarships" button for information and applications, or check the email that was sent to you. Make sure to fully read all instructions before completing applications. The deadline for local scholarships is Friday, March 27th. See Mr. Shore in the Counseling Office if you have any questions.

Come build a community of kindness with EmpowHer tomorrow at 7:45am in the LIBRARY, see you there!

Unified is excited to announce our Week of Inclusion Spirit Week, happening March 2–6! Monday is Neon Day, Tuesday is Team Jersey Day, Wednesday is Orange Out, Thursday is Comfy Clothes Day, Friday is School Spirit Day. For more details, please see the email from Mrs. Molinaro.

Novartis Pharmaceuticals is inviting a total of 10 students from Hanover Park and Whippany Park to participate in the International Women's Day panel discussion on March 4, 2026, at Novartis. This year's theme, "Give to Gain," highlights the immense power of giving and its profound impact on our lives and careers. This event will offer a meaningful experience for students providing them with the opportunity to engage in inspiring conversations and connect with professionals from various fields. If you are interested, please email Mrs. Schlecht at nschlecht@hpreg.org as soon as possible as the due date is today!

Whippany Park would like to wish Ethan Dill and Eamon Laevey a Happy Birthday today!

The word of the day is commensurate (adjective)  –  equal to; in proportion.