The Wilmington Family

Julia, Morgan, Tristyn

"The essence of Wilmington is captured in the spirit of its
people." -Michael A. Caira

Walking through the halls of Wilmington High School, you’re likely going to see students hurriedly trying to get to class, inspirational quotes above lockers, and--more abundantly than both of those things--fliers and announcements for clubs hanging on the walls, or written on the whiteboards.

Students hung this flier to bring attention to the annual
Relay for Life fundraiser, in support of cancer patients.

At WHS there is a club for almost every interest, such as
the Engineering Club!
 Of all the things the Wilmington High School community has to be proud of, student involvement and the number of extra curricular activities that its students proudly participate in has to be its most exemplary feature. There is an organization for almost every interest, and a community for anyone wishing to get involved and be surrounded by likeminded, equally invested people. A distinction Wilmington can boast of above other towns is our supportive, tight-knit sense of family, and this is easily reflected in the young people that so often come together to represent Wilmington and its values through community service, sportsmanship, and involvement.

Wilmington is a very close knit, and supportive community,
it is even written on the High School walls.
As an incoming Freshman, I personally remember feeling lost and without a tangible identity that is essential to finding one’s niche, and people that I could relate to. But it was after I joined the drama club that I easily found my path, and the people and interests I knew I wanted to further be a part of. There are so many great organizations to be included in at WHS, but the drama club  in my experience has been one of the best instances of how welcoming and dedicated our students can be. I remember talented, outgoing seniors--who at the time I think any freshman would be intimidated by--coming up to me to me to joke around and offer encouragement, for the pure sake of making sure I was having a good time and getting a positive experience out of being a part of the school play. Putting on a production is hard work in itself, but everyone’s willingness to put in the time after school and on weekends, and the sheer enthusiasm for theater alone made it one of the most positive and influential experiences I’ve had in my high school career.

Although I am not directly involved, I’ve also heard from other students that the sports teams available to students at WHS are another opportunity to really invest yourself in Wilmington’s community, and just enjoy your time in High School. Wilmington puts great value in its sports teams, offering a lot of support to the young athletes in our town. From cancer supporting games, to fundraisers, team dinners, banquets…there are all kinds of opportunities to make friends and develop an understanding for how supportive and close knit Wilmington really is.

I am so lucky to be able to call a town as great as Wilmington; my home. Wilmington High School has made me feel closer to my community by providing numerous clubs and extracurricular activities which allow me to further my interests and make close friendships along the way.  WHS resembles one big family and I am glad that I am able to be a part of it.