Friday, February 27, 2026

Aretha Franklin was a pivotal figure in the music industry using her powerful voice to turn "Respect" into an anthem for both the Civil Rights and feminist movements. As the first woman inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, she bridged gospel, soul, and R&B, providing a soundtrack for Black pride and liberation in the 1960s and 70s. Beyond her music, she actively supported civil rights causes. This message was brought to you by Avrina Sadek of the ERASE Club in honor of Black History Month. 

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.

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.

Why Do We Celebrate Women’s History Month? Women’s History Month is dedicated to reflect on the contributions of women to U.S. history. From Abigail Adams to Susan B. Anthony, Sojourner Truth to Rosa Parks, the timeline of women’s history milestones stretches back to the founding of the US. This recognition grew out of a weeklong celebration of women’s contributions to culture, history and society organized by the school district of Sonoma, California, in 1978, which coincided with International Women's Day on March 8th. In 1980, President Carter issued the first presidential proclamation declaring the week of March 8 as National Women’s History Week. Congress followed suit the next year, passing a resolution establishing a national celebration. Women’s contributions to history, culture, and society have been observed annually in the month of March in the US since 1987. This message was brought to you by the ERASE Club.

Now to girls basketball. Today the Lady Wildcats play Arts High School in the first round of Sectionals. Game is at Arts at 4:30. Wish them luck. Go cats!

Whippany Park would like to wish Diego Fuentes a Happy Birthday today!

The word of the day is inveterate (adjective) – firmly established (habit or practice).