We are collecting donations to help provide Thanksgiving meals for local families in need. You can support in two ways:
✅ Donate purchased food items
✅ Sponsor a full family with a $40 donation
💵 Checks or cash can be given to any FFA member.
📲 Venmo donations can be made through Mrs. Palmer — please email her at Mpalmer@wcsdletsgo.com
for details.
Every contribution makes a difference in helping our community celebrate the holiday season. 💛
📌 See the attached flyer for full details!
Corning Community College will be hosting a Fall 2025 Open House event from 9am to noon on October 25, 2025. We encourage students and families to take this opportunity to explore the campus, interact with faculty and staff, and participate in hands-on demonstrations. There will be an opportunity to win a $250 visa card for prospective students who complete the scavenger hunt during their visit.
Updated Application Procedure and Information - SUNY Corning Community College will no longer have a local application. CCC will be processing all applications for matriculating students through the SUNY application. SUNY has agreed to allow students to apply for free to the community colleges and this is not limited to the SUNY free application week. During the SUNY free application week students will still be able to apply to up to 5 state-supported institutions and applications to community colleges will not count towards that limit.
Upcoming Events
All events below can be accessed directly from www.corning-cc.edu
Fall 2025 Nursing Information Session - Oct 21 4pm to 6pm - Registration information can be found at https://5il.co/3qbyb.
Fall 2025 Open House - Oct 25 9am to 12pm - Registration information can be found at https://5il.co/3qby9.
Fall 2025 Criminal Justice Career Night - Nov 5th 4pm to 7pm - Registration information can be found at https://www.corning-cc.edu/cjcareers.php.
If you have any questions please reach out to CCC directly at 607- 962-9288 or Recruitment and Admissions at 607 - 962-9151.
High School Make up Day is Thursday, Oct. 2nd.
The link below will take parents to a landing page that has ALL of the schools and parents can select the school to view and order pictures.
They will have to put in First Name, Last Name & Student ID to view a student's pictures.
Link: https://my.photoday.com/s/Bakley/wavschools
Please see the link below regarding "Opting Out of Military Contacts".
This information is also provided annually in the district-mailed family calendar under the Family Privacy Act.
Please contact the High School Principal, Mrs. Ashlee Hunt, if you have questions or need more information.
https://5il.co/3qafz
Attached is the HS Schedule that will be followed by students.
Morning BOCES, Morning Chemung, and Morning Guthrie programs will run as normal.
SAT & PSAT Digital Readiness Check - 9/26 Updates
Students that are registered to take the PSAT or SAT exam in October received an email with detailed information regarding the exam that you are registered to take. In addition, there was information regarding the Digital Readiness Check that is being conducted on Friday, 9/26 in the Middle School Cafeteria.
Due to limited availability of devices that the IT Department can get provide at once, students will be split up by alpha on 9/26 to do the Digital Readiness Check.
*Students taking the PSAT or SAT exam and have a last name that ends in A-L, should report to the Middle School Cafeteria promptly at 8:00 a.m.
**Students taking the PSAT or SAT exam and have a last name that ends in M-Z, should report to the Middle School Cafeteria promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Students have been sent an invite in their school email that can be saved to their calendar as a reminder.
The Digital Readiness Check takes approximately 30 minutes. Students will return to their scheduled classes when finished.
Please see the Guidance Department with any questions. If students are unable to attend, please let Guidance know ASAP. The Digital Readiness Check is mandatory to take the PSAT and SAT exam.
Pictured from left to right:
Peyton Robinson, Emma Vanderhoof, Aiden Doherty, Olivia Cheresnowsky, Trevor Blauvelt, Mira Kittle, Brance VanDyke, Madison Cron, Ronin Ault, Addison Hunt, Matthew Talada, and Delaney Wheeler
Grade 9-12 voting will take place during Homecoming week, and our Queen and King will be announced at the Homecoming Football Game on October 10th!
Are you "FIRED UP" for Homecoming 2025?
WE ARE!
October 6-10 we will be celebrating!
See the attachments for information regarding Spirit Week days and the HS Homecoming Dance.
Guest permission forms can be obtained through the main office and are due by Wed, Oct. 8.
When: October 21st, 2025 @ 1:45 p.m. (approx. 30 minutes)
Where: High School Guidance Department
Who: Seniors or Juniors interested in learning more about the University of Buffalo or applying.
Any Seniors or Juniors that would like attend should email their Guidance Counselor.
St. Bonaventure University Representative Visit @ Waverly
When: October 30th, 2025 @ 8:30 a.m. (approx. 30 minutes)
Where: High School Guidance Department
Who: Seniors or Juniors interested in learning more about St. Bonaventure University or applying.
Any Seniors or Juniors that would like attend should email their Guidance Counselor.
Binghamton University Representative Visit @ Waverly
When: October 28th, 2025 @ 11:15 a.m. (approx. 30 minutes)
Where: High School Guidance Department
Who: Seniors or Juniors interested in learning more about Binghamton University or applying.
Any Seniors or Juniors that would like attend should email their Guidance Counselor.
Alfred University Representative Visit @ Waverly
When: November 3rd, 2025 @ 9:00. (approx. 30 minutes)
Where: High School Guidance Department
Who: Seniors or Juniors interested in learning more about Alfred University or applying.
Any Seniors or Juniors that would like attend should email their Guidance Counselor.
Penn State University Representative Visit @ Waverly
When: Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 @ 12:00 p.m. (approx. 30 minutes)
Where: High School Guidance Department
Who: Seniors or Juniors interested in learning more about Penn State University or applying.
Any Seniors or Juniors that would like attend and meet with and Admissions representative should email their Guidance Counselor.
Students registered to take the PSAT exam on Tuesday, October 21st.
Below you'll find important information about the test day and the Digital Readiness Check.
*Digital Readiness Check
You are signed up to take the PSAT exam on October 21st and must attend the Digital Readiness Check on Friday, 9/26 at 7:55 a.m. in the Middle School Cafeteria. This is mandatory prior to sitting for the exam and must be done at least 1 week prior to the exam per College Board. If a student cannot attend, they should let Jen Fish in Guidance know ASAP to reschedule.
PSAT Exam Information
Testing will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 21st. Students that enter the exam after it has begun, will be unable to test.
Testing location is TBD.
The exam will take approximately 2 1/2 hours. There is a Reading/Writing section and a Math section.
The Reading/Writing section is 64 minutes with 54 questions.
The Math section is 70 minutes with 44 questions. Bluebook has a built-in calculator, so students are not required to bring a calculator. If students are going to bring a calculator, it must be approved.
There are only a few things you really need to bring on test day. Best sure to bring:
Your fully charged school device. Students are not permitted to bring their own personal device. Your device should be able to hold a charge for 3–4 hours.
A pencil or pen.
Scratch paper will be provided—do not bring your own.
Optional: An approved calculator. There’s a graphing calculator built into the app, but you can bring your own if you'd like. Extra batteries for your calculator and backup equipment—you'll have to ask for permission to access them. They can’t be on your desk during the test.
Optional: A drink or snack to have during a 10 minute break.
Epinephrine auto-injectors (for example, EpiPens) are permitted without the need for accommodations. They must be placed in a clear bag and stored under your desk during testing. For policies on other medications and medical devices, contact Mrs. Fish in Guidance.
Students are prohibited from bringing the following items on test day (unless they have an approved accommodation):
Electronic equipment including phones, smartwatches, fitness trackers, wearable technology, cameras, recording or listening devices, or any other type of electronic or communication device except for their testing device used for the digital test and, if applicable, any assistive technology as part of an approved accommodation.
Books, reference guides, notes, compasses, rulers, protractors, dictionaries, highlighters, or colored pencils.
Papers of any kind.
Watches that beep, make a noise, or have an alarm.
Calculators that aren't acceptable.
Detachable privacy screens.
Reference guides, keyboard maps, or other typing instructions.
Ear plugs.
Brimmed caps, which may be worn into the testing room but must be removed and stored under the student's desk during testing.
Note: Hoodies have to be down during testing.
Ear buds.
Headphones (unless approved for a screenreader/text-to-speech).
Please visit https://5il.co/3q6is and https://5il.co/3q6iw for a Student Guide with helpful information for testing day and to prepare for the PSAT as well as, an informational sheet on the PSAT exam. In addition, please visit https://5il.co/3q6it for information on how to understand PSAT scores.
If you have any questions, please see Jen Fish in the Guidance Office.
Students registered to take the SAT School Day Exam & Digital Readiness Check - Please read for Important Information
*Digital Readiness Check
Students must report to the Middle School Cafeteria on Friday, 9/26 at 7:55 to complete the Digital Readiness Check.
Students will get familiar with the Bluebook™ testing application, confirm their personal information is correct, and verify that devices are ready for test day. During the digital readiness check, students will log in to Bluebook with temporary credentials (like they will on test day), complete exam setup, and try a test preview. These sessions can be completed in 30 minutes or less
*SAT School Day Test Day Information
Testing will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 15th. Students that enter the exam after it has begun, will be unable to test.
Testing location is TBD.
Students will have 64 minutes to complete the Reading and Writing section and 70 minutes to complete the Math section for a total of 2 hours and 14 minutes of testing time. Each section is divided into two equal length modules, and there is a 10-minute break between the Reading and Writing section and the Math section.
Bluebook has a built-in calculator, so students are not required to bring a calculator. If students are going to bring a calculator, it must be approved.
There are only a few things you really need to bring on test day. Best sure to bring:
A pencil or pen.
Scratch paper will be provided—do not bring your own.
Optional: An approved calculator. There’s a graphing calculator built into the app, but you can bring your own if you'd like. Extra batteries for your calculator and backup equipment—you'll have to ask for permission to access them. They can’t be on your desk during the test.
Optional: A drink or snack to have during a 10 minute break.
Epinephrine auto-injectors (for example, EpiPens) are permitted without the need for accommodations. They must be placed in a clear bag and stored under your desk during testing. For policies on other medications and medical devices, contact Mrs. Fish in Guidance.
Students are prohibited from bringing the following items on test day (unless they have an approved accommodation):
Electronic equipment including phones, smartwatches, fitness trackers, wearable technology, cameras, recording or listening devices, or any other type of electronic or communication device except for their testing device used for the digital test and, if applicable, any assistive technology as part of an approved accommodation.
Books, reference guides, notes, compasses, rulers, protractors, dictionaries, highlighters, or colored pencils.
Papers of any kind.
Watches that beep, make a noise, or have an alarm.
Calculators that aren't acceptable.
Detachable privacy screens.
Reference guides, keyboard maps, or other typing instructions.
Ear plugs.
Brimmed caps, which may be worn into the testing room but must be removed and stored under the student's desk during testing.
Note: Hoodies have to be down during testing.
Ear buds.
Headphones (unless approved for a screenreader/text-to-speech).
Please visit https://5il.co/3q6he and https://5il.co/3q6hg to find information on how to understand SAT scores and a Student Guide.
If you have any questions, please see Jen Fish in the Guidance Office. Another reminder email will be sent prior to the exam on 10/15
For the 2026–27 school year, the FAFSA form will be available to complete on October 1, 2025. The federal deadline to submit your application is June 30, 2026. Remember to also check for deadlines set by your state and the colleges you are applying to, as they may be different.
Key Dates for 2026–27 Aid
October 1, 2025: The FAFSA form becomes available for the 2026–27 academic year.
June 30, 2026: The federal deadline to submit the FAFSA for the 2026–27 school year.
Important Considerations
State and College Deadlines: States and individual colleges often have their own earlier deadlines for financial aid. You will need to check with your state's student aid agency and the financial aid office at each school you are applying to.
Online Application: The fastest and easiest way to apply for federal student aid is by completing the FAFSA form online at studentaid.gov.
FAFSA Form vs. School Year: To qualify for federal student aid for the 2026–27 academic year (which runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027), you must use the 2026–27 FAFSA form.
FAFSA Website: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
FSA ID: Your StudentAid.gov account username and password combination, sometimes called your FSA ID, is a set of log-in credentials that you create in order to gain access to the U.S. Department of Education’s online systems. Your account credentials can also serve as your legal signature when completing electronic documents.
You’ll need your Social Security number (SSN) (if applicable) and your own email address to create an account.
All Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) contributors must create their own account to access and complete their portion of the FAFSA® form.
FSA ID website: https://studentaid.gov/help-center/answers/article/fsa-id.
FAFSA Initiative:
Last spring Governor Kathy Hochul announced that part of the FY 24-25 budget includes a plan to require school districts to ensure every high school senior completes the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or sign a waiver. This is being done as an attempt to decrease the $200 million in federal aid that is not used.
Students that are NOT going to file the FAFSA must fill out the Waiver Form at https://5il.co/36wul and return it to the Main Office or Guidance Office.
Event Details – Central New York:
Date: Monday, September 29, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC), Syracuse University
RSVP: Eventbrite Registration
The TC3 Winter Courses Schedule is now available and TC3 will begin registrations for the Winter Session starting October 1st, 2025.
Students should not attempt to register themselves at the TC3 website and should reach out to their Guidance Counselor to register for any classes. This is at the request of the College Now Department and Staff.
To view the TC3 Winter Online Courses please visit https://5il.co/3pxr3.
Registration Forms can be located in the Guidance Department.
HS Picture Day is Thursday, Sept 25th.
HS Make up Day is Thursday, Oct. 2nd.
Message from Mark Bakley:
The link below will take parents to a landing page that has ALL of the schools and parents can select the school to view and order pictures. They will have to put in First Name, Last Name & Student ID.
If parents go there they can login, sign up and they will be notified when pictures are posted.
Link: https://my.photoday.com/s/Bakley/wavschools
Any questions, feel free to contact
Mark Bakley
Voice/Text 607.331.4676
Thank you!
