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Did you know that Hazel Scott was a musical prodigy who broke barriers in both classical music and jazz? Born in 1920, she became the first African American woman to host her own TV show and refused to perform for segregated audiences!
A Juilliard graduate who called Harlem home, Scott dazzled audiences with her ability to play two pianos at once and seamlessly blend classical music with jazz. Her talent and courage paved the way for future generations of artists. She stood up for civil rights at a time when speaking out came at great personal cost.
Scott once said, "Who ever walked onto a stage with the idea of being second-rate?" Her determination to excel and demand equal treatment continues to inspire students today.
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🏀 West Hempstead Rams came out BLAZING 🔥, opening with an 14-0 run against Lynbrook Owls! Defense locking down and offense clicking early in this conference matchup. #WHe @wh_secondary @whrams_athletics @Sec_VIII_Ath
🏀 PLAYOFF ALERT! Our West Hempstead Rams are taking on the Lynbrook Owls this Thursday at noon! Come pack the house and bring that #RamPride energy as our boys battle for playoff glory! Est. 1912, still making history. 🐏 #LetsGoRams #Whe @whrams_athletics @wh_secondary
#WHe honor the courageous Black Marines who fought in one of WWII's most pivotal battles – Iwo Jima. Among the brave were Privates James M. Whitlock and James Davis of the 36th Company, who earned Bronze Stars for their heroic actions.
These men were part of the Montford Point Marines - 20,000 Black Americans who broke barriers as the first African Americans in the Marine Corps. Despite serving in a segregated military, they displayed extraordinary courage and dedication defending our nation.
While the iconic flag-raising photo captured an important moment, let's remember all the heroes of Iwo Jima, including the Montford Point Marines who helped secure this crucial victory. Their contributions paved the way for future generations of Black service members.
#BlackHistory #MilitaryHistory #IwoJima #MontfordPointMarines #USMC
🏀 PLAYOFF ALERT! Our West Hempstead Rams are taking on the Lynbrook Owls this Thursday at noon! Come pack the house and bring that #RamPride energy as our boys battle for playoff glory! Est. 1912, still making history. 🐏 #LetsGoRams #Whe @whrams_athletics @wh_secondary
🌟 Today we honor the legacy of leadership that shaped our nation. Students are learning about presidential history through engaging activities & thoughtful discussions. From Washington to Lincoln, their stories inspire tomorrow's leaders. Happy Presidents' Day! #WHe
"Never be limited by other people's limited imaginations." - Dr. Mae Jemison (born 1956), who made history as the first African American woman to travel in space aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992.
Other people's doubts or limitations shouldn't define your potential. Throughout history, great achievements have come from people who dared to dream beyond what others thought possible. Your goals and aspirations should be based on your own vision for your life, not on others' expectations or fears. Listen to advice, but don't let anyone's skepticism diminish your dreams.
Congratulations to @wh_secondary senior Sophia Ciminera for being featured as a News 12 Scholar Athlete! #WHe are proud of her for being one of several Rams student-athletes to earn this distinction in the past four years! Watch the full feature here: https://longisland.news12.com/scholar-athlete-sophia-ciminera-west-hempstead-hs
📖✍️ Powerful voices emerged today as our 6th graders shared their personal narratives! From drafting to publishing, these young authors poured their hearts into stories that matter. So proud of their growth as writers! #StudentVoices #WHe @WHGWashington
The 2025-2026 calendar has been published. You can visit the website, www.whufsd.com, navigate to calendars, and find a clean copy there. #WHe
Our amazing students transformed into centenarians today to celebrate 100 days of learning and growing together! 👵🧓 From bow ties to pearls, they showed their creative spirit while marking this special milestone. #100thDayOfSchool #WHe @WHChestnut
🍕 Support @wh_secondary band on their journey to DC! Join us at Gino's Pizza (619 Woodfield Rd) this Wed, 2/12, 4-8PM. A portion of your purchase helps send our musicians to march in the National Memorial Day Parade. Just show this flyer! 🎭🎺 #WHe #SupportTheArts @FPCAWest
Exciting news! The @wh_secondary Marching Band, led by Benjamin Coleman, will perform in the National Memorial Day Parade in D.C. in May 2025! Our students will honor veterans alongside bands from across the U.S. Let's support them as they prepare for this incredible event! #WHe
"The cost of liberty is less than the price of repression." - W.E.B. Du Bois (1868-1963), the first African American to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard University and co-founder of the NAACP.
Standing up for what's right often requires courage and may come with challenges, but the alternative – staying silent in the face of injustice – carries a much heavier burden. This applies to many situations in life, from standing up to bullying to speaking up when you see someone being treated unfairly. Your voice and actions matter, and using them to support justice and equality benefits everyone.
🏀 Our amazing students @CornwellAveES are jumping into heart-healthy fun! From bean bag tosses to jump shots, they're staying active while learning about heart health and helping others. Proud of our young athletes making a difference! #HoopsForHeart #KidsHeartChallenge 💪❤️#WHe
🍕 Support @wh_secondary band on their journey to DC! Join us at Gino's Pizza (619 Woodfield Rd) this Wed, 2/12, 4-8PM. A portion of your purchase helps send our musicians to march in the National Memorial Day Parade. Just show this flyer! 🎭🎺 #WHe #SupportTheArts @FPCAWest
