
Meet GROAK. It's an old word that means to stare longingly at someone while they're eating, hoping they'll share their food.
You know EXACTLY what we're talking about.
In Mrs. Wilson's English class, students were challenged to find an ancient or outdated word and work it into their everyday conversations.
And Jacob Taylor? HE UNDERSTOOD THE ASSIGNMENT!
Jacob took on the word GROAK and shared his experience with the class, proving that vocabulary doesn't have to stay trapped inside a textbook.
But here's what we REALLY love about this assignment…STUDENTS TAKING OWNERSHIP OF THEIR LEARNING!
Finding something interesting. Trying it out in the real world. Making connections. And then having the confidence to stand up and share what they've learned. THAT is the kind of learning that sticks!
Huge shoutout to Jacob and Mrs. Wilson for reminding us that education can be creative, memorable, and a whole lot of FUN.
And Warriors… next time someone is eyeing your lunch, you'll know exactly what to call it.

Ms. Hobson's Communications 2110 class got a little history lesson… STRAIGHT FROM THE SOURCE!
Students participated in a generations panel, where Weber High staff members representing different generations answered questions about how life, society, and communication have changed over the years.
And let's just say… TIMES HAVE CHANGED!
From social expectations and cultural norms to the way people connect, communicate, and experience everyday life, our Warriors got to hear how the SAME things can look completely different depending on the generation you grew up in.
And the coolest part? THE STUDENTS LOVED IT!
They weren't just learning about generational differences. They were asking questions, hearing new perspectives, challenging assumptions, and discovering how much we can learn from people whose experiences are different from our own.
Because GREAT communication isn't just about knowing how to talk.
IT'S ABOUT LEARNING HOW TO LISTEN, UNDERSTAND, AND SEE THE WORLD THROUGH SOMEONE ELSE'S EYES.
Huge shoutout to Ms. Hobson and our awesome staff panelists for bringing such a fun, meaningful learning experience into the classroom!
Different generations. Different perspectives. ONE pretty awesome conversation.


Things were really TAKING OFF in Mrs. McKinney's AP Physics class as students put their knowledge of PROJECTILE MOTION to the test!
Forget just reading about physics in a textbook. These Warriors were working together, practicing their skills, and seeing how the laws of motion actually work!
We're talking angles, velocity, gravity, trajectories… ALL THE GOOD STUFF!
And while the science is pretty impressive, you know what we love even MORE?
STUDENTS LEARNING FROM STUDENTS!
Collaborating. Problem-solving. Asking questions. Making connections. And discovering that sometimes the BEST way to understand a difficult concept is to work through it with someone else.
Because at Weber High, learning isn't always about sitting at a desk and taking notes. Sometimes it's about getting involved, trying things out, and figuring out the WHY behind the WHAT.
BIG BRAINS. BIG ENERGY. AND SOME SERIOUS MOMENTUM!
Way to go, Mrs. McKinney and our AP Physics Warriors! Keep aiming HIGH!



It's time to celebrate our OCTOBER WARRIORS OF THE MONTH, and we've got an incredible group of students to recognize!
These Warriors have caught the attention of their teachers for all the RIGHT reasons, and we couldn't be more excited to celebrate them!
LET'S HEAR IT FOR OUR OCTOBER HONOREES!
- **Rebecca Ramos** — 11th Grade | Nominated by Renae Birch
- **Ian Erickson** — 11th Grade | Nominated by Michael Calles
- **Finn Hardy** — 12th Grade | Nominated by Steve Filiaga
- **Maya Miller** — 12th Grade | Nominated by Emily Greig
- **Courtney Simpson** — 12th Grade | Nominated by Stacy Harris
- **Luke Herway** — 10th Grade | Nominated by Kaitlyn Kolilis
- **Jocelyn Hugh** — 12th Grade | Nominated by Sarah Larsen
- **Xenia Liu** — 12th Grade | Nominated by Melanie Lucas
- **Michael Bennett** — 10th Grade | Nominated by Camille Phinney
- **Ricky Ashby** — 10th Grade | Nominated by Adam Webster
THIS IS WHAT WARRIOR PRIDE LOOKS LIKE!
We love recognizing students who make a positive impact on our school community. Whether it's through their effort, attitude, leadership, kindness, or commitment to doing their best, these Warriors remind us that the little things we do every day can make a BIG difference.
And a HUGE shoutout to the teachers who take the time to notice and celebrate the good happening in their classrooms!
CONGRATULATIONS, WARRIORS!
Keep showing up. Keep making a difference. Keep being the reason Weber High is such an incredible place to learn and grow.
YOU BELONG HERE. YOU MATTER HERE. AND WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!

Our German students are taking their language skills OUT of the classroom and into the community… and the little kids are LOVING IT!
Each month, Ms. Moss takes her upper-level German students to Lomond View Elementary, where they get to become the TEACHERS!
That's right! Our Warriors are leading mini German lessons, helping elementary students learn new words and phrases, and showing them just how FUN learning another language can be!
And here's our FAVORITE part…
THE ELEMENTARY STUDENTS KEEP ASKING THEM TO COME BACK MORE OFTEN!
I mean, when your students are requesting EXTRA German lessons, you KNOW you're doing something right!
This awesome partnership has been going strong for approximately SIX YEARS, and we absolutely LOVE what it represents.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS LEADING. YOUNGER STUDENTS LEARNING. EVERYONE WINNING.
Our German students aren't just practicing vocabulary. They're developing communication skills, building confidence, strengthening their own understanding of the language, and learning what it means to be a leader and mentor.
And those younger students? They're discovering new languages, building connections with older Warriors, and getting a little glimpse of what learning at Weber High can look like!
THIS is the kind of learning that goes WAY beyond a textbook.
Huge shoutout to Ms. Moss and her German students for making language learning meaningful, memorable, and SO MUCH FUN!
WUNDERBAR, WARRIORS!




Periodically, our Weber High teachers go the extra mile to prepare detailed lesson plans for substitutes so they can step away from their classrooms for a full day of collaboration, data, and problem-solving. They gather in teams, dig into student data, identify where students are thriving AND where they need more support, and then get to work answering the most important question:
What can WE do next to help more students succeed?
They analyze mastery levels. They share strategies. They adjust instruction. They build plans. And they do it TOGETHER.
This isn’t about numbers on a spreadsheet—it’s about the individual students behind those numbers and making sure we’re responding to what THEY need.
That’s what continuous improvement looks like. That’s what collaboration looks like. And THAT is what our Weber teachers do so incredibly well.
Our teachers aren’t just teaching. They’re constantly working to get better at teaching. And we think that deserves some serious hype.

"I love the Warrior Tradition of Excellence - I see excellence at Weber in so many ways, shapes, and forms! I can't fully define it, but it seems to come from a dedicated student guided by caring and hardworking adults who help build within the student the spark of SOMETHING that just catches ablaze and leads to some really cool outcomes--placing in Nationals in a CTSO or Track and Field, starring in a production of a musical I've never heard before and absolutely capturing the audience with their voice or perfect comedic timing, students setting a big goal for Quarters & Cans and following through in so many ways to the biggest number we've ever seen (I've seen that twice!), showing up to classes regularly where a highly skilled teacher provides great instruction and students RUN with it and pass AP classes, form clubs, or make community initiatives based on the things they are learning IN CLASS. WOW! Warrior Tradition of Excellence! Excellence is happening in our classrooms and it absolutely OVERFLOWS into our community--freaking cool." ---KAITLYN KOLILIS
"The student's at Weber are amazing!" ---DAVID BURT
"Reading to the Pre-K!" ---RANAE RUDD
"Weber High is more than a school. It is a community and a culture! I love that you can see “warriors” in the community….at the store, on our streets, in doctor offices, everywhere." ---BECKY MCKINNEY




You’ll find Mr. Rawlins in Room 22, teaching Business Office Specialist, Business Law, Business Management, and WEB 1700. But apparently that’s not enough to keep him busy because he’s ALSO our Ed Tech Coach, Department Head, and Graduation Committee Head. His students describe him perfectly: FUNNY. ENERGETIC. PASSIONATE.
And after 27 years, his favorite part of the job is still the people—the kids and the relationships he’s built with fellow teachers.
A few things you might NOT know about Mr. Rawlins:
He’s applied to be on Survivor TWICE. (Someone get this man on the island already.)
He’s coached FIVE different sports at Weber.
And plot twist…he’s apparently a REALLY good baker. Cakes, cookies, treats—the man has RANGE.
His classroom philosophy? Focus your time where it matters most, check for student learning, provide meaningful feedback, and don’t feel like you have to grade every tiny thing.
And if you need help syncing Canvas to PowerSchool? He’s your guy!
Just maybe don’t drive in front of him with your blinker on for six miles. Apparently we’ve found his breaking point.
27 years of teaching, coaching, leading, laughing, and making Weber better. We’re pretty lucky to call Mr. Rawlins a Warrior!

Our Weber High FFA students headed to nationals, competed against some of the best in the country, and came home with some SERIOUS accomplishments worth celebrating!
LET'S TALK RESULTS!
HORSE EVALUATION TEAM — BRONZE!
A HUGE congratulations to our incredible horse team:
- Callie Marietti
- Paige Wilcox
- Claire Wangsgard
- Paislee Fowers
SCIENCE FAIR — BRONZE!
Another outstanding national-level accomplishment for our Warriors!
MATTIE FULLER — 7TH PLACE NATIONALLY!
YES. SEVENTH PLACE IN THE ENTIRE COMPETITION!
But of course she did! She's incredible and a WARRIOR!
These students aren't just representing Weber High. They're proving that the hard work, knowledge, leadership, and skills they're developing in our FFA program can compete with the BEST in the nation!
And here's what we LOVE about FFA…It's so much more than agriculture. It's critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, leadership, teamwork, and preparing students to do BIG things beyond high school.
NATIONAL COMPETITION. NATIONAL RECOGNITION. WARRIOR PRIDE.
We couldn't be prouder of these students and the incredible FFA program that helps them grow, compete, and succeed.
WAY TO REPRESENT, WARRIORS!




HEY, WARRIORS! WHAT IF WE TOLD YOU THAT READING COULD WIN YOU $100?!
Yep. You read that right. And we're about to make it happen!
Starting SECOND QUARTER, the Weber High Library is launching **WEBER READS**, a brand-new program designed to get our entire Warrior community reading, learning, and WINNING!
And the best part? **Students, teachers, AND staff can ALL get in on the action!**
**HERE'S HOW IT WORKS:**
1. Read for at least 15 minutes a day. That's it. Just 15 minutes!
2. Log your reading through a Google Form (you will find that link in the library canvas course or on READ posters around the school!) or grab a paper form in the library.
3. Every entry gives you a chance to WIN!
LET'S TALK PRIZES!
**STUDENTS:**
- WEEKLY drawings for a $10 gift card!
- A $100 GIFT CARD drawing every quarter!
**FACULTY & STAFF:**
- MONTHLY drawings for a FREE BOOK!
Whether you're devouring a mystery, getting lost in a fantasy series, learning something new, or finally picking up that book that's been sitting on your nightstand for six months… IT ALL COUNTS!
We LOVE that our library is finding new ways to make reading fun, accessible, and rewarding for our entire school community.
Because building a culture of reading isn't just about books. It's about curiosity, imagination, learning, and discovering something you didn't even know you loved.
15 MINUTES A DAY. BIG REWARDS. ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES.
So, Warrior Fam… WHAT ARE YOU READING NEXT?
Let's turn some pages AND win some prizes!


Second quarter is coming in HOT, and there’s a lot happening between now and January. Screenshot this, send it to the family group chat, and get these dates on the calendar!
October 26 — Second Quarter Begins
November 24 — Midterms
November 25–27 — Thanksgiving Break
December 21–January 1 — Winter Break
January 7 — End of Second Quarter
January 8 — No School (professional development day)
Between holidays, midterms, and the end of the quarter, these next few months are going to FLY. Stay on top of those assignments, keep an eye on your grades, and finish the first half of the school year STRONG.
Let’s make Quarter 2 a good one, Warriors!

Things got a little interesting in Ms. Hobson's Communications 2110 when students put their leadership skills to the ULTIMATE test! The challenge? Choose a leader, put on some blindfolds, and make your way through the hallways of Weber High ALL THE WAY TO THE STATUE IN THE COMMONS!
Sounds easy enough, right?
PLOT TWIST: YOU CAN'T SEE WHERE YOU'RE GOING.
With their chosen leaders calling the shots, students had to rely on clear communication, teamwork, trust, and a whole lot of listening to reach their destination!
And while there were PLENTY of laughs along the way, there was also a pretty awesome lesson behind the fun. Great leadership isn't just about knowing where you're going. It's about communicating clearly, building trust, and helping others get there with you.
THIS is what we love about hands-on learning! Real skills, real teamwork, and memories that will last a whole lot longer than a worksheet. Way to go, Warriors! And a HUGE shoutout to the leaders who got everyone to the finish line!




The loud ones. The quiet ones. The athletes. The artists. The overachievers. The ones still figuring it all out. The ones with a million friends and the ones still looking for their people.
YOU BELONG HERE. ALL OF YOU.
You don't have to be the star of the team, have a 4.0 GPA, or be the loudest person in the student section to make Weber High a better place. You just have to show up and be YOU.
Because here's the thing about our Warrior Family…
It's not the building, the trophies, or even the traditions that make this place special.
IT'S THE PEOPLE. AND YOU'RE ONE OF THEM.
Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your presence matters. And whether you've been a Warrior your whole life or you're just finding your place, there's room for you here.
So say hi to someone new. Invite someone to sit with you. Cheer a little louder. Be the reason somebody else feels like they belong, too.
Because YOU BELONG HERE. YOU MATTER HERE. AND WEBER IS BETTER BECAUSE YOU'RE HERE.




College planning can feel overwhelming, but you do NOT have to figure out FAFSA on your own. We’re bringing in help so you can ask questions, work through the process, and get one BIG college to-do checked off your list.
FAFSA Night
📅 October 28
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Weber High School Library
PLEASE BRING:
Your parent or guardian
A fully charged Chromebook
Come ready to get help, plan ahead, and take another step toward what comes NEXT.
Your future starts NOW, Warriors. Let’s get that FAFSA DONE!

One quarter down, and we have SO much to celebrate!
From the classrooms to the playing fields, the stages to the student sections, the big accomplishments to the little everyday victories… YOU HAVE BEEN SHOWING UP AND SHOWING OUT!
And let's hear it for our INCREDIBLE teachers, staff, and families who have been cheering our Warriors on every step of the way. This place is pretty special because of the people who fill it.
But here's the thing…
WE'RE JUST GETTING STARTED.
Quarter 2 is a fresh opportunity to set new goals, make new friends, try something different, work a little harder, and make some seriously good memories. Didn't love how first quarter went? GOOD NEWS. You've got a fresh start. Crushed your goals? AWESOME. Let's raise the bar. Still figuring things out? YOU'VE GOT THIS.
Whatever your first quarter looked like, there's a whole lot of awesome still ahead.
ONE QUARTER DOWN. THREE TO GO. LET'S MAKE THEM COUNT!
Proud of you, Warriors! Now let's bring that SAME ENERGY into Quarter 2!



Last week was SCHOOL LUNCH APPRECIATION WEEK, and we're serving up a HUGE THANK YOU to the incredible nutrition staff who keep Warrior Country fueled and ready to take on the day!
Let's be real… feeding hundreds of hungry teenagers every single day is NOT for the weak.
Early mornings. Busy lunch lines. A whole lot of hard work. And somehow, they still manage to serve it all up with a smile!
But here's what we love most…
Our nutrition workers do SO much more than prepare and serve meals. They create a welcoming space, build relationships with students, and help make Weber High a place where everyone feels cared for.
THE WORK YOU DO MATTERS. THE PEOPLE YOU ARE MATTER. AND WE ARE SO LUCKY TO HAVE YOU!
So here's to the crew behind the counter who keeps this place running and our Warriors fed!
THANK YOU for everything you do! We appreciate you more than you know!

Warm. Demanding. Comedian. Honestly, that combination tells you a LOT about what it’s like to be in Kaitlyn Kolilis’ classroom! With 15 years of teaching experience, Mrs. Kolilis teaches English 10, English 11, Study Skills, and Student Government in Room 210. She also works with Student Gov AND coaches track at NOJH. What a legend!
One of her biggest strengths as an educator is creating engagement and building relationships. Her teacher tip? Create inside jokes with your classes that you can reference all year long. It makes students feel included, connected, and like they’re part of something. And yes…according to her, “It HAS to be organic though.”
Her favorite part of teaching is helping students develop critical-thinking skills and watching young people begin to figure out who they are and where they’re headed. She says being part of their growth, learning, experiences, and stories is an incredible privilege—and a reminder that these students are our future.
And because we need the important information too:
She and Mrs. Nielson competed in HYROX—and they’re pretty dang good at it!
She’s ALWAYS reading, especially thrillers.
She loves traveling and collecting experiences.
If she could teach anything outside her current subject area, she’d pick Psychology.
Fifteen years in, she still LOVES what she does—and we love having educators who care this deeply about both who our students are now and who they’re becoming.Weber High is better because you’re here, Mrs. Kolilis!

We ALL know someone at Weber High who goes the extra mile. The teacher who stays late to help a student. The staff member who always has a smile ready. The person who quietly does a hundred little things that make a BIG difference.
IT'S TIME TO GIVE THEM THEIR KUDOS!
Our PTSA-sponsored ABOVE AND BEYOND AWARD is an opportunity to recognize the incredible staff members who make Weber High such a special place! And the best part? ANYONE CAN NOMINATE!
Students can nominate!
Parents can nominate!
Staff can nominate!
Know someone who deserves a little extra recognition? DON'T KEEP IT TO YOURSELF!
Pick up a nomination form in the main office or find one on the PTSA section of our school website. Let's make sure the people who show up, step up, and go ABOVE AND BEYOND know just how much they're appreciated.
Weber is full of amazing people. Let's celebrate them LOUDLY!

For Boss Appreciation, we’re celebrating our incredible administrative team: Stacie Palmer, Brook Young, Jake Shulz, and Ryan Kachold!
Being a school administrator means wearing approximately 847 hats before lunch. They lead, problem-solve, support teachers, cheer on students, answer endless questions, handle the unexpected, and somehow keep this whole Warrior ship moving forward. But what makes this team special is how much they genuinely care about the students, staff, families, and culture of Weber High.
Great schools need great leadership—and we’ve got some of the BEST.
Stacie, Brook, Jake, and Ryan: THANK YOU for showing up, leading with heart, and giving your all to Warrior Country every single day!
Drop some kindness in the comments and help us show our admin team some LOVE!

Not sure what career path fits you? The ASVAB is designed to help identify your strengths and weaknesses and connect those skills to potential career pathways.
TEST: October 29 @ 9:05 AM (start of Flex)
RESULTS: November 5 @ 9:05 AM
Whether you already have a plan or you’re still figuring out what comes next, this is an opportunity to learn more about what you’re GOOD at and where those strengths could take you.
Scan the QR code and GET SIGNED UP! Registration information is on the graphic.
Your skills. Your strengths. Your future. LET’S GO.
