FCPS

🗓️ Calendar Reminders: Quarter End, Eid al-Fitr, and Teacher Workday

Friday, March 28, is the last day of the third quarter. It is a full day of school.

All FCPS schools and offices are closed on Monday, March 31, for Eid al-Fitr.

Tuesday, April 1, is a teacher workday and there is no school for students.

SIS ParentVUE End-of-Quarter Closure

The gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the quarter from Friday, March 28, at 4 p.m. to Monday, April 7, at 6 a.m.

Learn how to activate your ParentVUE account to easily access grade reports and other helpful information about your child.

Eid Mubarak to those in our Muslim community celebrating! In Islam, Eid al-Fitr is a 3 day festival to mark the end of Ramadan. Muslims dress in new clothes, give charity, and pray in congregation. Eid is celebrated with the exchange of presents and delicious food with family and friends.

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT 2025 Ballin' with Buddies

The annual Ballin' with Buddies basketball tournament, held on March 22, 2025, at West Springfield High School's Main Gym, was a resounding success. The event fostered community spirit and inclusive fun, bringing together students of all abilities from across the community.

Teams from Rolling Valley Elementary School, Irving Middle School, and South County High School showcased their skills and sportsmanship in a friendly and inclusive tournament.

Check out this link to see more photos. Thank you to Paul Bjarnason for these great shots!

Dream Big, Work Hard, Be Proud SPARTAN STRONG! Winter Guard Reaches for the Stars

The WSHS Winter Guard took 2nd place this past weekend at their competition at Mount Vernon HS. Congratulations to their hard earned achievement.

Don't forget they will be performing their AWARD-WINNING show This Wish for the last time Tuesday, April 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the WSHS Main Gym. This event is free!

Science Fair Awards

The 70th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair showcased roughly 400 high school science projects. More than 600 students presented their research projects in a wide variety of science and engineering fields. Projects were judged by more than 200 professionals, and 40 professional organizations and businesses. Congratulations to the participants and winners from WSHS!

Max Le

The Effect of Temperature on the Reactions in Lithium Ion Batteries

Energy: Sustainable Materials and Design

Honorable Mention

Aidan Lee

The Effect of Temperature on the Reactions in Lithium Ion Batteries

Energy: Sustainable Materials and Design

Honorable Mention

Kaiely Morales Campos

The Effect of Temperature on the Reactions in Lithium Ion Batteries

Energy: Sustainable Materials and Design

Honorable Mention

Stepan Mkrtchian

Concrete Filters: Permeable vs. Regular Concrete with Natural Filters for Water

Environmental Engineering

Third Place

Lillian Stankiewicz

Can Tenebrio molitor compost chicken litter?

Environmental Engineering

Honorable Mention

Lani Le

Testing the Effectiveness of Various Mask Types in Blocking Particulate Matter

Materials Science

Third Place

Subaita Mahmud

Testing the Effectiveness of Various Mask Types in Blocking Particulate Matter

Materials Science

Third Place

Shriya Seshadri

Testing the Effectiveness of Various Mask Types in Blocking Particulate Matter

Materials Science

Third Place

NEWS AND NOTES WSHS PTSA Social Tonight!

Come and meet other WSHS parents at the PTSA social tonight, March 28 at Tacos and Tequila!

5:00-6:30 p.m. No agenda, just a chance to meet and talk!

Get Involved with FCPS Get2Green!

WSHS is excited to be a Get 2 Green school!

FCPS Get2Green is Fairfax County Public Schools’ environmental stewardship program that promotes sustainability, environmental education, and student-led initiatives in areas like waste reduction, energy conservation, school gardens, and outdoor learning. The program engages students, staff, and the community to create greener, more sustainable schools.

Last year WSHS Get2Green students in the Environmental Club held many activities including a used clothing swap, clothing drive, and planted a pollinator garden to increase biodiversity, improve storm water drainage, and promote student-well being. We are excited that this year Get2Green students are beginning to initiate a new recycling program.

We are currently planning activities for Spring and Fall of 2025 and looking for interested community members to support our efforts in a variety of ways:

🌎Community Engagement – Volunteer time to support cultivation of the gardens, recycling initiatives, and development of new sustainability iitiatives. We especially welcome local Master Gardeners to help with our gardens!

🌱Donate- Donate new, good-condition gardening tools and supplies including mulch and native plants.

If you want to join us to make WSHS a greener school please contact Heidi Averette at [email protected]. Together, we can make a difference! 🌿

STUDENT SERVICES WSHS Rising Freshman Parent Night

Please join us on Monday, April 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the WSHS Auditorium (Door 5).

Learn more about our daily schedule, technology, attendance, and other resources.

**Interpreters will be available

AP Exam Volunteers Needed

This year, we will give almost 2,500 AP Exams at WSHS and we need your help! We are searching for volunteers to support our staff and serve as testing room monitors between May 5th and May 23rd.

Volunteers can be any responsible adult who is not actively employed by a tutoring or test preparation company.
Volunteers who are current, former, or retired teachers should not sign up for a subject they are teaching or have taught.
Volunteers should not sign up for an exam if any family member will take that exam this year.

Please use the Sign Up Genius link to select one ore more slots: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A44AAA828A5FA7-55538782-wshs#/. More details about the time commitment and responsibilities are available on the sign up page.

Questions? Please email our Assessment Coach, Laura Fitzsimmons ([email protected]).

FAMILY LIAISON NEWS

Please check out our NEW Family Liaison Page to find up-to-date information and resources!

New this week:

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Programs: Register NOW!

Virtual Military Night: April 10

MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD Join us for our Annual Donuts with Dependents!

April is the Month of the Military Child (MOMC). In honor of that, we invite all of our military connected families to join us on April 9th @ 7:30 in the outside classroom (door 2) for our annual Donuts with Dependents! Please RSVP by April 4th using the Google link or QR code! And don't for to PURPLE UP!

STUDENT CORNER Save the Date: WSHS International Night Festival

Mark your calendars! The annual WSHS International Night Festival takes place on Friday, April 11th at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). Performers will celebrate the diversity of the WSHS community.

Tickets will be presold through Etix only. There will be food sales starting at 5:30 PM.

It’s sure to be a good activity for the whole family. Funds collected go towards all clubs that perform and a Senior Scholarship given at the end of the school year!

*WSHS students, if you would like to perform, see Mrs. Emerson in room 1238 ([email protected]).

Date Changes: Complete the ASVAB and Receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

We are excited to share that in alignment with the VDOE accreditation standards, West Springfield High School will be recognizing students with a graduation medal, to be worn at commencement, for achievement in the areas of education, employment, and career readiness.

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have one more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the link:

*MEPS, the military entity that schedules and administers the ASVAB, has cancelled our March 21 date. The rescheduled test date is April 22. This will be the last last opportunity for seniors to take the ASVAB. Students can sign up on the preferred dates listed below:

- April 22 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)
- June 9 — ASVAB (10 - 11th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).
If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.
A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

These 90-minute classes are offered on Zoom and help to prepare students for the permit test. Sign up on aceclasses.fcps.edu. Dates for 2nd Semester are 4/23, 6/4. There may be more dates added later.

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

PTSA Applications for WSHS PTSA Scholarship for Success (SFS) now open!

Purpose: The West Springfield High School PTSA offers a scholarship to a WSHS senior who has had an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) in place for at least two of their four years in high school, and who has overcome obstacles on the road to either academic or other school-related success. The amount and number of scholarships is determined by the annual PTSA budget. Last year multiple awards of $500 were offered. The purpose of the scholarship is to recognize the growth that a student has achieved throughout his/her high school career.

Applications Due: Friday, April 4, 2025 by 8 pm.

For more info, visit: https://wshsptsa.net/programs/scholarships/

Have something to share? We encourage community members to submit information about relevant events, programs, and opportunities for inclusion on our site. Email your suggestions to the PTSA at [email protected].

Let's work together to build a stronger WSHS community!

ACTIVITIES Spartan Theatre: Spotlight on the Arts Day

May 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

$55/Student, Grades 3-6

Elementary Students will Spend the Day

Playing Theatre Games and improv
Singing and Dancing in Musical Theatre Workshops
Learning Technical Theatre Skills (Costume, makeup, set and props classes)
Watch a sneak peak of our Spring musical: Into the Woods!

Spartan Volleyball Camp

July 21-25

$120.00

Rising 5-12 graders

Questions? Contact Coach Stephanie Noriega, [email protected]

Don't Miss Out—Order Your Yearbook Today!

Time is running out to secure a copy of this year’s WSHS yearbook! The Yearbook staff has been working hard to be sure this book is packed with unforgettable memories, student achievements, and all the moments that made this year special. The yearbook is a keepsake your student will treasure for years to come.

Order Now: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/4150

Don't wait—once they're gone, they're gone! Order yours today!

ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB 2025 Rob Benton and Ron Tugwell Scholarship

Open to WSHS graduating seniors who participated in a VHSL sanctioned event or an FCPS supported club sport at WSHS at any time and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

For 2025, we will award two (2) $1500 scholarships.

Submission Deadline: Sunday, April 6, 2025

Eligible Participants: May include, but not limited to

Athletes

Trainers

Performers

Managers

Statisticians

Videographers

Eligible Activities:

Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Debate, Esports, Field Hockey, Football, Forensics, Golf, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, One Act Play, Outdoor Track, Riflery, Scholastics, Soccer, Softball, Swim and Dive, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling

Winners will be notified prior to the Senior Sports Banquet

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

Show your Spartan pride! The Booster Club has a great selection of spirit wear available for purchase.

Game admission is $5 for students and $7 for adults. Skip the lines and grab a Season Pass through our eTIX Site. Individual game tickets can also be purchased HERE.

For game schedules and more information, visit www.spartansports.net.

Spartan Sports Calendar : March 30-April 5 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY Purchase Tickets: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The WSHS ANGP is a time for the graduating seniors to come together, have fun and
celebrate a new journey of their lives.

The ANGP is organized by the ANGP
Committee, chaperoned by parents and members of the community, and staffed by the
St James.

Activities include a casino, interactive inflatable games, raffles with high-end prizes, and portraits by caricature artists. In addition, we use the amazing facilities at
The St. James which include ice skating, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, rock climbing, an indoor soccer/football field as well as courts for basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
We also have plenty of food and drinks to feed the seniors and the chaperones.

The evening is an alcohol-free and drug-free event that takes place in a safe and
supervised environment.

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Visit the site for tickets and more information:

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

FCPS NEWS

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

- School Start Times Survey
- Annual Prom Dress Shop at Centreville High School
- FCPS Family Academy Free Webinars and Events

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

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WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

If you have questions about navigating the school, learning about FCPS resources, or getting your student setup for success, our Family Liaison can help. Email or sign up for Talking Points. Use code the code T6AXZW

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UPCOMING EVENTS MARCH

22: Ballin' With Buddies Basketball Tournament (12 - 2 PM, Main Gym)

28: End of Third Quarter (Full Day, last day to submit class schedule changes)

31: Eid al Fitr (Holiday, No School)

APRIL

1: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

9: Purple Up! Day

11: WSHS International Night Festival (7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

14-18: Spring Break (No School)

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT WSHS Wind Symphony performs at the 2025 Music for All National Concert Band Festival

On Thursday, March 13th, the West Springfield High School Wind Symphony was one of fifteen high school bands to perform in the 2025 Music For All National Concert Band Festival. Considered one of the most prestigious honors in the country, the event takes place in Indianapolis, Indiana, at Butler University.

The West Springfield Wind Symphony was selected to perform on the FEATURED stage at Crowes Memorial Hall which seats over 2,000.

The Wind Symphony put on a riveting 45-minute concert displaying a diverse array of literature that captivated the audience.

Special thanks to the West Springfield community for continued support of our young musicians!

Orchestra Hits High Notes at the Orchestra State Assessment

This past weekend, students from String Ensemble, Concert, Symphonic, and Chamber Orchestra attended the Orchestra State Assessment at Edison High School before a panel of judges. We are so proud of their results:

Combined Concert Orchestra: Excellent rating on stage. Superior rating in sight reading!

Symphonic Orchestra: Superior rating on stage and in sight reading!

Chamber Orchestra: Superior rating on stage and in sight reading!

Congratulations to our outstanding music department and students for all their hard work!

Dream Big, Work Hard, Be Proud SPARTAN STRONG! NEWS AND NOTES Join us for our Annual Donuts with Dependents!

STUDENT SERVICES Academic Advising 2025-2026

Parents and Guardians,

This week marks the conclusion of the Academic Advising Season for the 2025-2026 school year. Since October, our counselors have been working with your student to discuss class options and graduation requirements. Over the past three weeks, students have had the opportunity to select their classes for the upcoming school year.

However, the advising process does not end here. The most crucial part of this journey is the ongoing conversation you have with your student about their class choices. All course requests can be viewed in StudentVue under the “Course Request” section. Students will have until March 28th to make any changes to their course selections.

Please note that, due to staffing decisions, any requests made after March 28th will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on our staffing for the 2025-2026 school year.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your student’s academic journey.

AP Exam Volunteers Needed

This year, we will give almost 2,500 AP Exams at WSHS and we need your help! We are searching for volunteers to support our staff and serve as testing room monitors between May 5th and May 23rd.

Volunteers can be any responsible adult who is not actively employed by a tutoring or test preparation company.
Volunteers who are current, former, or retired teachers should not sign up for a subject they are teaching or have taught.
Volunteers should not sign up for an exam if any family member will take that exam this year.

Questions? Please email our Assessment Coach, Laura Fitzsimmons ([email protected]).

FAMILY LIAISON NEWS

Please check out our NEW Family Liaison Page to find up-to-date information and resources!

New this week:

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Programs: Register NOW!

Empower and Elevate Employment Resource Fair: March 23

Virtual Military Night: April 10

STUDENT CORNER Save the Date: WSHS International Night Festival

Tickets will be presold through Etix only. There will be food sales starting at 5:30 PM.

It’s sure to be a good activity for the whole family. Funds collected go towards all clubs that perform and a Senior Scholarship given at the end of the school year!

*WSHS students, if you would like to perform, see Mrs. Emerson in room 1238 ([email protected]).

Financial Aid Webinar for Military Families

FCPS partner College Access Fairfax will host two virtual presentations on Financial Aid information for military families. The session will be presented by the Lead Financial Educator and Military Benefits Liaison from Navy Mutual Aid Association.

Topics covered:

Residency Requirements
Using the GI Bill
The Yellow Ribbon Program
Using Chapter 35 (DEA benefits)
Military scholarships and grants
Virginia Education Programs

Military families are invited to attend one of two sessions:

Saturday, March 22 at 10:00 AM

To attend, simply click on the links above to join the desired session.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Programs

This enrichment program allows students to dive deeper into Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, develop new or existing skills, and begin career exploration. Registration open NOW!

Cost - $275 per week

Dates -July 7 - 11

July 14 - 18

July 21 - 25

Time - 8:30 am to 2 pm

Location - Lake Braddock Secondary School

Eligibility - Current 6th to 11th graders

Transportation is provided!

CTE Summer Academy

Date Changes: Complete the ASVAB and Receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have one more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the link:

- April 22 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)
- June 9 — ASVAB (10 - 11th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).
If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.
A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

PTSA Applications for WSHS PTSA Scholarship for Success (SFS) now open!

Applications Due: Friday, April 4, 2025 by 8 pm.

For more info, visit: https://wshsptsa.net/programs/scholarships/

Let's work together to build a stronger WSHS community!

ACTIVITIES Ballin' With Buddies

WSHS Annual Ballin’ with Buddies basketball tournament is March 22, 2025 at 12-2 PM in the Main Gym. This is an inclusive basketball tournament for the whole community. Rolling Valley Elementary School, Irving Middle School, and South County High School teams will be playing. Come cheer us on!

Winter Guard Performances

Come see the WS Winter Guard Perform at Mount Vernon HS

When: Sat, March 22, 2025 At 3:00 PM

Entrance fee: $15

Where: Mount Vernon HS Main Gym

SAVE THE DATE

WSHS Winter Guard will perform their show

This Wish for the last time this season

When: Tuesday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Where: WSHS Main Gym

This event is free!

Spartan Cheer Camp

April 1st (Teacher Workday), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Aux Gym

Grades K-8

$69

www.wshssportscamps.com www.wshssportscamps.comSpartan Boys Summer Volleyball Camp

July 14-18

WSHS Main Gym

$100

Session 1: Rising 6-8 graders, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Session 2: Rising 9-12 graders, 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Free T-shirt for all Campers

Questions? Email Coach Aubrey Eaton

Don't Miss Out—Order Your Yearbook Today!

Order Now: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/4150

Don't wait—once they're gone, they're gone! Order yours today!

ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB 2025 Rob Benton and Ron Tugwell Scholarship

Open to WSHS graduating seniors who participated in a VHSL sanctioned event or an FCPS supported club sport at WSHS at any time and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

For 2025, we will award two (2) $1500 scholarships.

Submission Deadline: Sunday, April 6, 2025

Eligible Participants: May include, but not limited to

Athletes

Trainers

Performers

Managers

Statisticians

Videographers

Eligible Activities:

Winners will be notified prior to the Senior Sports Banquet

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

Show your Spartan pride! The Booster Club has a great selection of spirit wear available for purchase.

Game admission is $5 for students and $7 for adults. Skip the lines and grab a Season Pass through our eTIX Site. Individual game tickets can also be purchased HERE.

For game schedules and more information, visit www.spartansports.net.

Spartan Sports Calendar : March 24-29 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY Purchase Tickets: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The WSHS ANGP is a time for the graduating seniors to come together, have fun and
celebrate a new journey of their lives.

The ANGP is organized by the ANGP
Committee, chaperoned by parents and members of the community, and staffed by the
St James.

Activities include a casino, interactive inflatable games, raffles with high-end prizes, and portraits by caricature artists. In addition, we use the amazing facilities at
The St. James which include ice skating, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, rock climbing, an indoor soccer/football field as well as courts for basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
We also have plenty of food and drinks to feed the seniors and the chaperones.

The evening is an alcohol-free and drug-free event that takes place in a safe and
supervised environment.

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Visit the site for tickets and more information:

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

FCPS NEWS

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

- Winter VHSL Sports Champions
- Community Conversations with Dr. Reid
- National Drug and Alcohol Facts

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Student Fasting Meal Kits Available

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) has exciting news for students and families! Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, FCPS students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28, 2025 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.

Here's how it works:
Parents/Guardians: Fill out a Fasting Meals Request Form below for each week your child will pick up school meal kits (Scan the QR code below or go to Food and Nutrition FCPS

Student Pick-up: Students can pick up one breakfast meal kit and one lunch meal kit at the end of the school day.

Who can get a meal kit? Any student who is fasting can get a meal kit. If a student gets lunch or breakfast at school, they can't get a meal kit that day. Only students can pick up the meal kits – no adults.

When? These meal kits are only available from February 28 to March 28, 2025 at the end of the school day

Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

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WSHS Spartan Weekly News_March 21, 2025

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UPCOMING EVENTS MARCH

22: Ballin' With Buddies Basketball Tournament (12 - 2 PM, Main Gym)

28: End of Third Quarter (Full Day, last day to submit class schedule changes)

31: Eid al Fitr (Holiday, No School)

APRIL

1: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

9: Purple Up! Day

11: WSHS International Night Festival (7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

14-18: Spring Break (No School)

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT WSHS Wind Symphony performs at the 2025 Music for All National Concert Band Festival

The West Springfield Wind Symphony was selected to perform on the FEATURED stage at Crowes Memorial Hall which seats over 2,000.

The Wind Symphony put on a riveting 45-minute concert displaying a diverse array of literature that captivated the audience.

Special thanks to the West Springfield community for continued support of our young musicians!

Orchestra Hits High Notes at the Orchestra State Assessment

Combined Concert Orchestra: Excellent rating on stage. Superior rating in sight reading!

Symphonic Orchestra: Superior rating on stage and in sight reading!

Chamber Orchestra: Superior rating on stage and in sight reading!

Congratulations to our outstanding music department and students for all their hard work!

Dream Big, Work Hard, Be Proud SPARTAN STRONG! NEWS AND NOTES Join us for our Annual Donuts with Dependents!

STUDENT SERVICES Academic Advising 2025-2026

Parents and Guardians,

Please note that, due to staffing decisions, any requests made after March 28th will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on our staffing for the 2025-2026 school year.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your student’s academic journey.

AP Exam Volunteers Needed

This year, we will give almost 2,500 AP Exams at WSHS and we need your help! We are searching for volunteers to support our staff and serve as testing room monitors between May 5th and May 23rd.

Volunteers can be any responsible adult who is not actively employed by a tutoring or test preparation company.
Volunteers who are current, former, or retired teachers should not sign up for a subject they are teaching or have taught.
Volunteers should not sign up for an exam if any family member will take that exam this year.

Questions? Please email our Assessment Coach, Laura Fitzsimmons ([email protected]).

FAMILY LIAISON NEWS

Please check out our NEW Family Liaison Page to find up-to-date information and resources!

New this week:

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Programs: Register NOW!

Empower and Elevate Employment Resource Fair: March 23

Virtual Military Night: April 10

STUDENT CORNER Save the Date: WSHS International Night Festival

Tickets will be presold through Etix only. There will be food sales starting at 5:30 PM.

It’s sure to be a good activity for the whole family. Funds collected go towards all clubs that perform and a Senior Scholarship given at the end of the school year!

*WSHS students, if you would like to perform, see Mrs. Emerson in room 1238 ([email protected]).

Financial Aid Webinar for Military Families

Topics covered:

Residency Requirements
Using the GI Bill
The Yellow Ribbon Program
Using Chapter 35 (DEA benefits)
Military scholarships and grants
Virginia Education Programs

Military families are invited to attend one of two sessions:

Saturday, March 22 at 10:00 AM

To attend, simply click on the links above to join the desired session.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Programs

This enrichment program allows students to dive deeper into Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, develop new or existing skills, and begin career exploration. Registration open NOW!

Cost - $275 per week

Dates -July 7 - 11

July 14 - 18

July 21 - 25

Time - 8:30 am to 2 pm

Location - Lake Braddock Secondary School

Eligibility - Current 6th to 11th graders

Transportation is provided!

CTE Summer Academy

Date Changes: Complete the ASVAB and Receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have one more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the link:

- April 22 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)
- June 9 — ASVAB (10 - 11th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).
If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.
A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

PTSA Applications for WSHS PTSA Scholarship for Success (SFS) now open!

Applications Due: Friday, April 4, 2025 by 8 pm.

For more info, visit: https://wshsptsa.net/programs/scholarships/

Let's work together to build a stronger WSHS community!

ACTIVITIES Ballin' With Buddies

Winter Guard Performances

Come see the WS Winter Guard Perform at Mount Vernon HS

When: Sat, March 22, 2025 At 3:00 PM

Entrance fee: $15

Where: Mount Vernon HS Main Gym

SAVE THE DATE

WSHS Winter Guard will perform their show

This Wish for the last time this season

When: Tuesday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Where: WSHS Main Gym

This event is free!

Spartan Cheer Camp

April 1st (Teacher Workday), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Aux Gym

Grades K-8

$69

Spartan Boys Summer Volleyball Camp

July 14-18

WSHS Main Gym

$100

Session 1: Rising 6-8 graders, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Session 2: Rising 9-12 graders, 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Free T-shirt for all Campers

Questions? Email Coach Aubrey Eaton

Don't Miss Out—Order Your Yearbook Today!

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Don't wait—once they're gone, they're gone! Order yours today!

ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB 2025 Rob Benton and Ron Tugwell Scholarship

Open to WSHS graduating seniors who participated in a VHSL sanctioned event or an FCPS supported club sport at WSHS at any time and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

For 2025, we will award two (2) $1500 scholarships.

Submission Deadline: Sunday, April 6, 2025

Eligible Participants: May include, but not limited to

Athletes

Trainers

Performers

Managers

Statisticians

Videographers

Eligible Activities:

Winners will be notified prior to the Senior Sports Banquet

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

Show your Spartan pride! The Booster Club has a great selection of spirit wear available for purchase.

Game admission is $5 for students and $7 for adults. Skip the lines and grab a Season Pass through our eTIX Site. Individual game tickets can also be purchased HERE.

For game schedules and more information, visit www.spartansports.net.

Spartan Sports Calendar : March 24-29 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY Purchase Tickets: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The WSHS ANGP is a time for the graduating seniors to come together, have fun and
celebrate a new journey of their lives.

The ANGP is organized by the ANGP
Committee, chaperoned by parents and members of the community, and staffed by the
St James.

Activities include a casino, interactive inflatable games, raffles with high-end prizes, and portraits by caricature artists. In addition, we use the amazing facilities at
The St. James which include ice skating, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, rock climbing, an indoor soccer/football field as well as courts for basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
We also have plenty of food and drinks to feed the seniors and the chaperones.

The evening is an alcohol-free and drug-free event that takes place in a safe and
supervised environment.

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Visit the site for tickets and more information:

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

FCPS NEWS

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

- Winter VHSL Sports Champions
- Community Conversations with Dr. Reid
- National Drug and Alcohol Facts

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Student Fasting Meal Kits Available

Student Pick-up: Students can pick up one breakfast meal kit and one lunch meal kit at the end of the school day.

When? These meal kits are only available from February 28 to March 28, 2025 at the end of the school day

Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

ASVAB Update

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Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)

MEPS, the military entity that schedules and administers the ASVAB, has cancelled our March 21 date. The rescheduled test date is April 22. This will be the last last opportunity for seniors to take the ASVAB. Students can sign up on the preferred dates listed below:

April 22 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)
June 9 — ASVAB (10 - 11th Graders, Register)

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UPCOMING EVENTS MARCH

22: Ballin' With Buddies Basketball Tournament (12 - 2 PM, Main Gym)

28: End of Third Quarter (Full Day)

31: Eid al Fitr (Holiday, No School)

APRIL

1: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

9: Purple Up! Day

11: WSHS International Night Festival (7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

14-18: Spring Break (No School)

NEWS AND NOTES Save the Date: WSHS International Night Festival

Tickets will be presold through Etix only. There will be food sales starting at 5:30 PM.

It’s sure to be a good activity for the whole family. Funds collected go towards all clubs that perform and a Senior Scholarship given at the end of the school year!

*WSHS students, if you would like to perform, see Mrs. Emerson in room 1238 ([email protected]).

2025 Family Summit - Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging! (an Extension of the Special Education Conference)

Families, educators, and community members are invited to the 2025 FCPS Family Summit: Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging. Fairfax County Public Schools will be hosting the free, in-person event in collaboration with valued community partners. The summit will be held Saturday, March 15, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at South Lakes High School.

This event will feature:

Opening Session: Julie Causton and Kristie Pretti-Frontczak — best-selling authors, motivational speakers, and advocates for inclusion — will share practical tools and evidence-based strategies to empower and assist all families, with a special emphasis on parents of students with individual education programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
Breakout Sessions: Learn more about special education and global topics that benefit all families.

Student Showcase: FCPS students will share their efforts in fostering inclusivity through posters, essays, videos, songs, art, and other mediums.
Exhibitor Hall: Discover valuable resources and services in the community to support families.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other families, staff, and community partners.

Childcare will be provided. Special education staff will be available to care for children with high support needs. You may sign up for childcare during the registration process.

Learn more about this event and register today! Contact [email protected] for more information.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Programs

This enrichment program allows students to dive deeper into Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, develop new or existing skills, and begin career exploration. Registration open NOW!

Cost - $275 per week

Dates -July 7 - 11

July 14 - 18

July 21 - 25

Time - 8:30 am to 2 pm

Location - Lake Braddock Secondary School

Eligibility - Current 6th to 11th graders

Transportation is provided!

CTE Summer Academy

Financial Aid Webinar for Military Families

Topics covered:

Residency Requirements
Using the GI Bill
The Yellow Ribbon Program
Using Chapter 35 (DEA benefits)
Military scholarships and grants
Virginia Education Programs

Military families are invited to attend one of two sessions:

To attend, simply click on the links above to join the desired session.

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT Simeon Samuel: 2025 Student Peace Award Recipient

Simeon Samuel receiving the 2025 Student Peace Award from school board member, Ryan McElveen

Simeon Samuel, a senior at West Springfield High School, has been honored with a Student Peace Award for his exceptional commitment to fostering peace and understanding. His motivation stems from his personal experiences with violence in Ethiopia, which ignited a passion within him to make a tangible difference.

Through his leadership and dedication to service of others, Simeon Samuel exemplifies the power of young people to create positive change in the world. Congratulations to Simeon on this tremendous accolade!

More information about Simeon’s work and the work of all 2025 awardees can be found on the Student Peace Awards website.

Dream Big, Work Hard, Be Proud

Spartan Strong!

WSHS PTSA NEWS Applications for WSHS PTSA Scholarship for Success (SFS) now open!

Applications Due: Friday, April 4, 2025 by 8 pm.

For more info, visit: https://wshsptsa.net/programs/scholarships/

Let's work together to build a stronger WSHS community!

STUDENT SERVICES Academic Advising 2025-2026

Parents and Guardians,

Please note that, due to staffing decisions, any requests made after March 28th will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on our staffing for the 2025-2026 school year.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your student’s academic journey.

AP Exam Volunteers Needed

This year, we will give almost 2,500 AP Exams at WSHS and we need your help! We are searching for volunteers to support our staff and serve as testing room monitors between May 5th and May 23rd.

Volunteers can be any responsible adult who is not actively employed by a tutoring or test preparation company.
Volunteers who are current, former, or retired teachers should not sign up for a subject they are teaching or have taught.
Volunteers should not sign up for an exam if any family member will take that exam this year.

Questions? Please email our Assessment Coach, Laura Fitzsimmons ([email protected]).

STUDENT CORNER Complete the ASVAB and Receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have one more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the link:

March 21 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

What is CPP? The mission of the College Partnership Program (CPP) is to close the opportunity gap by preparing students for college readiness and success. CPP’s goal is to ensure that students capable of completing a college preparatory path will: succeed in rigorous curriculum, actively participate in the school community, enroll in a four-year college or another post-secondary program, and become responsible participants and leaders of society.

Would your student benefit from the following elements?

Having a trusted adult at school to touch base with about academics and social-emotional wellbeing
Organizing their time, materials, thoughts, and writing
Getting and staying motivated to succeed in school
Exploring colleges, careers, and a variety of pathways to postsecondary success

Does your student fit into ONE or more of the following categories?

First in your family to attend a four-year college in the U.S.
Need financial support to attend college
Current GPA of 2.5 or above
Determined to go to college
Willing to take some advanced courses and put in the necessary work Good attendance record

If you’ve answered “yes” to any of the above, then CPP might be for your student! Talk to your school counselor. Additional information about CPP is on the FCPS website.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).
If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.
A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

These 90-minute classes are offered on Zoom and help to prepare students for the permit test. Sign up on aceclasses.fcps.edu. Dates for 2nd Semester are 3/19, 4/23, 6/4. There may be more dates added later.

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES Ballin' With Buddies

Winter Guard Performances

Come see the WS Winter Guard Perform at Mount Vernon HS

When: Sat, March 22, 2025 At 3:00 PM

Entrance fee: $15

Where: Mount Vernon HS Main Gym

SAVE THE DATE

WSHS Winter Guard will perform their show

This Wish for the last time this season

When: Tuesday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Where: WSHS Main Gym

This event is free!

Spartan Cheer Camp

April 1st (Teacher Workday), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Aux Gym

Grades K-8

$69

Spartan Boys Summer Volleyball Camp

July 14-18

WSHS Main Gym

$100

Session 1: Rising 6-8 graders, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Session 2: Rising 9-12 graders, 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Free T-shirt for all Campers

Questions? Email Coach Aubrey Eaton

Don't Miss Out—Order Your Yearbook Today!

Order Now: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/4150

Don't wait—once they're gone, they're gone! Order yours today!

ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB 2025 Rob Benton and Ron Tugwell Scholarship

Open to WSHS graduating seniors who participated in a VHSL sanctioned event or an FCPS supported club sport at WSHS at any time and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

For 2025, we will award two (2) $1500 scholarships.

Submission Deadline: Sunday, April 6, 2025

Eligible Participants: May include, but not limited to

Athletes

Trainers

Performers

Managers

Statisticians

Videographers

Eligible Activities:

Winners will be notified prior to the Senior Sports Banquet

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

Show your Spartan pride! The Booster Club has a great selection of spirit wear available for purchase.

Game admission is $5 for students and $7 for adults. Skip the lines and grab a Season Pass through our eTIX Site. Individual game tickets can also be purchased HERE.

For game schedules and more information, visit www.spartansports.net.

Spartan Sports Calendar Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY Purchase Tickets: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The WSHS ANGP is a time for the graduating seniors to come together, have fun and
celebrate a new journey of their lives.

The ANGP is organized by the ANGP
Committee, chaperoned by parents and members of the community, and staffed by the
St James.

Activities include a casino, interactive inflatable games, raffles with high-end prizes, and portraits by caricature artists. In addition, we use the amazing facilities at
The St. James which include ice skating, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, rock climbing, an indoor soccer/football field as well as courts for basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
We also have plenty of food and drinks to feed the seniors and the chaperones.

The evening is an alcohol-free and drug-free event that takes place in a safe and
supervised environment.

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Visit the site for tickets and more information:

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

FCPS NEWS

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

- Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid
- Cameras on School Bus Stop Arms
- Comprehensive Boundary Review Process Explained

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Student Fasting Meal Kits Available

Student Pick-up: Students can pick up one breakfast meal kit and one lunch meal kit at the end of the school day.

When? These meal kits are only available from February 28 to March 28, 2025 at the end of the school day

Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

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UPCOMING EVENTS MARCH

9: Daylight Savings Begins (Spring Forward)

22: Ballin' With Buddies Basketball Tournament (12 - 2 PM, Main Gym)

28: End of Third Quarter (Full Day)

31: Holiday (Eid al Fitr, No School)

APRIL

1: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

14-18: Spring Break (No School)

NEWS AND NOTES AP Exam Volunteers Needed

This year, we will give almost 2,500 AP Exams at WSHS and we need your help! We are searching for volunteers to support our staff and serve as testing room monitors between May 5th and May 23rd.

Volunteers can be any responsible adult who is not actively employed by a tutoring or test preparation company.
Volunteers who are current, former, or retired teachers should not sign up for a subject they are teaching or have taught.
Volunteers should not sign up for an exam if any family member will take that exam this year.

Questions? Please email our Assessment Coach, Laura Fitzsimmons ([email protected]).

Make Sure Your Immunizations are Up-to-Date!

The Code of Virginia § 22.1-271.2 requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases in order to attend Fairfax County Public Schools. Immunizations keep children and the community protected from vaccine preventable diseases.

Beginning Monday, May 19, students enrolled on or before December 20, 2024, that are non-compliant and do not have a current Immunization Action Plan in progress will be at-risk for exclusion.

Parents and Caregivers who this effects HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED via email and Talking Points. What to do if you've been notified:

Check your child’s immunization compliance on ParentVUE.
Make an appointment with your healthcare provider or the health department now to ensure your child is up to date with immunizations.
Submit acceptable documentation (see list below) to the school or enter documentation into ParentVUE directly

Before or by Monday, May 19, 2025, the school must receive ONE of the following acceptable immunization documents:

Immunization Record (must include the dates immunizations were received M/D/Y).
A written statement from a health care provider specifying all administered immunizations.
A health care provider’s written statement of permanent or temporary exemptions.
A notarized religious exemption form
Immunization Action Plan

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Further Questions: email [email protected]

Ballin' With Buddies

Financial Aid Webinar for Military Families

Topics covered:

Residency Requirements
Using the GI Bill
The Yellow Ribbon Program
Using Chapter 35 (DEA benefits)
Military scholarships and grants
Virginia Education Programs

Military families are invited to attend one of two sessions:

To attend, simply click on the links above to join the desired session.

WSHS PTSA NEWS WSHS PTSA Restaurant Night

Milano's Family Restaurant

Tuesday, March 11, 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.

6230 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA

10% of sales (dine in, delivery, and carryout) will be donated to the PTSA

**Please mention WSHS PTSA when placing your order

Applications for WSHS PTSA Scholarship for Success (SFS) now open!

Applications Due: Friday, April 4, 2025 by 8 pm.

For more info, visit: https://wshsptsa.net/programs/scholarships/

Let's work together to build a stronger WSHS community!

STUDENT SERVICES Military and Family Life Counselor Full Time at WSHS

Our Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC), Dr. Kendra Burnside, is now back full time to support our military connected students at WSHS!

Please complete and return the opt in form if interested in receiving support. The form should be printed, signed, and returned to the main office or a counselor.

Academic Advising 2025-2026

Parents and Guardians,

Please note that, due to staffing decisions, any requests made after March 28th will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on our staffing for the 2025-2026 school year.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your student’s academic journey.

College Bound? Apply for the College Partnership Program

Would your student benefit from the following elements?

Having a trusted adult at school to touch base with about academics and social-emotional wellbeing
Organizing their time, materials, thoughts, and writing
Getting and staying motivated to succeed in school
Exploring colleges, careers, and a variety of pathways to postsecondary success

Does your student fit into ONE or more of the following categories?

First in your family to attend a four-year college in the U.S.
Need financial support to attend college
Current GPA of 2.5 or above
Determined to go to college
Willing to take some advanced courses and put in the necessary work Good attendance record

If you’ve answered “yes” to any of the above, then CPP might be for your student! Talk to your school counselor. Additional information about CPP is on the FCPS website.

🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and Fun

Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Summer Camps

Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Registration begins for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.

CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps.

IFTA is a two- or three-week summer enrichment program for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, Health and Physical Education 9 (graduation requirement), music, and theater.

Earn Credit Toward Graduation This Summer

Take advantage of the opportunity to earn a high school course credit via this summer’s online campus program. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 6. Mathematics, health and physical education, career and technical education, English, science, social studies, and world language courses are available to eligible middle and high school students.

Summer is a great time for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement. This is a self-directed course where students work independently. The course is available between Monday, June 23, and Friday, July 25. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, May 23. For more information, visit this Summer Learning page.

STUDENT CORNER Complete the ASVAB and Receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have one more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the link:

March 21 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).
If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.
A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES Spartan Cheer Camp

April 1st (Teacher Workday), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Aux Gym

Grades K-8

$69

Spartan Boys Summer Volleyball Camp

July 14-18

WSHS Main Gym

$100

Session 1: Rising 6-8 graders, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Session 2: Rising 9-12 graders, 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Free T-shirt for all Campers

Questions? Email Coach Aubrey Eaton

Order your Purple Up! Day Gear!

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

To show our support, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

Purchase the FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt and/or hoodie between now and March 7 to wear on Purple Up! Day!

Don't Miss Out—Order Your Yearbook Today!

Order Now: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/4150

Don't wait—once they're gone, they're gone! Order yours today!

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

Show your Spartan pride! The Booster Club has a great selection of spirit wear available for purchase.

Game admission is $5 for students and $7 for adults. Skip the lines and grab a Season Pass through our eTIX Site. Individual game tickets can also be purchased HERE.

For game schedules and more information, visit www.spartansports.net.

Spartan Sports Calendar Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY Purchase Tickets: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The WSHS ANGP is a time for the graduating seniors to come together, have fun and
celebrate a new journey of their lives.

The ANGP is organized by the ANGP
Committee, chaperoned by parents and members of the community, and staffed by the
St James.

Activities include a casino, interactive inflatable games, raffles with high-end prizes, and portraits by caricature artists. In addition, we use the amazing facilities at
The St. James which include ice skating, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, rock climbing, an indoor soccer/football field as well as courts for basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
We also have plenty of food and drinks to feed the seniors and the chaperones.

The evening is an alcohol-free and drug-free event that takes place in a safe and
supervised environment.

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Visit the site for tickets and more information:

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

FCPS NEWS Student Fasting Meal Kits Available

Student Pick-up: Students can pick up one breakfast meal kit and one lunch meal kit at the end of the school day.

When? These meal kits are only available from February 28 to March 28, 2025 at the end of the school day

Family Summit (Former Special Education Conference)

2025 Family Summit - Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging! (an Extension of the Special Education Conference)

This event will feature:

Opening Session: Julie Causton and Kristie Pretti-Frontczak — best-selling authors, motivational speakers, and advocates for inclusion — will share practical tools and evidence-based strategies to empower and assist all families, with a special emphasis on parents of students with individual education programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
Breakout Sessions: Learn more about special education and global topics that benefit all families.

Student Showcase: FCPS students will share their efforts in fostering inclusivity through posters, essays, videos, songs, art, and other mediums.
Exhibitor Hall: Discover valuable resources and services in the community to support families.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other families, staff, and community partners.

Childcare will be provided. Special education staff will be available to care for children with high support needs. You may sign up for childcare during the registration process.

Learn more about this event and register today! Contact [email protected] for more information.

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

- A Strong Academic Foundation
- 70th Annual Regional Science Fair
- New Breakfast Options

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

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UPCOMING EVENTS FEBRUARY

28: Ramadan Begins at Sundown

MARCH

2: WSHS PTSA Reflections Art Program Reception (2 PM, Sports Lobby)

4: Staff vs. Student Basketball Game (7 PM, Main Gym)

22: Ballin' With Buddies Basketball Tournament (12 - 2 PM, Main Gym)

28: End of Third Quarter

31: Holiday (Eid al Fitr)

NEWS AND NOTES

Come join the fun. Our annual Staff vs. Students basketball game is on March 4, 7 PM in the Main Gym. Cheer on your favorite teachers! Halftime events featuring a 3 point contest! Concessions available. Fun for the whole family! Entry is free.

Ballin' With Buddies

Financial Aid Webinar for Military Families

Topics covered:

Residency Requirements
Using the GI Bill
The Yellow Ribbon Program
Using Chapter 35 (DEA benefits)
Military scholarships and grants
Virginia Education Programs

Military families are invited to attend one of two sessions:

To attend, simply click on the links above to join the desired session.

Become Unskippable - Fentanyl Awareness Campaign

🗣️ Connect With Your Kids: Simple Steps to Stronger Communication

Teens skip things that don't interest them, including lectures from their parents. How do you connect with your children and really know what's going on in their lives? How can you become “unskippable”?

Effective communication can build trust and understanding, but it takes thought, planning, and effort.

The latest Healthy Minds Blog offers practical strategies to improve communication and build strong, lasting relationships:

Ditch distractions and create a safe space where your child feels comfortable opening up.
Listen actively and validate their feelings, even if you don't agree.
Ask "how" questions instead of "what" questions to get them talking about their experiences.

For more tips and techniques, read the full article on the Healthy Minds Blog, which shares information related to youth mental health and wellness.

For support on talking with your teen about difficult subjects like fentanyl, discover how to Become Unskippable.

WSHS PTSA NEWS PTSA Reflections Art Program Reception

Let's celebrate our amazing student artists! The West Springfield High School PTSA invites you to a reception honoring all participants in this year's Reflections Art Program. Join us this Sunday, March 2, at 2:00 PM in the lobby outside the auditorium for an afternoon of art, refreshments, and community spirit. We look forward to seeing you there!

Stay Connected with the WSHS PTSA Community Webpage!

The WSHS PTSA maintains a dedicated webpage to keep our Spartan families informed and engaged. This valuable resource provides:

Fundraising Updates: Stay up-to-date on the latest fundraising events supporting our school, including details on how to contribute and upcoming deadlines.
Community Support Opportunities: Find ways to give back to WSHS! Discover volunteer opportunities, donation drives, and other ways to support our students, club events/activities, and staff.
Exclusive Student Opportunities: Explore a curated list of enrichment programs, camps, and other valuable opportunities shared with the PTSA, such as the George Mason coding and gaming design camps.

Let's work together to build a stronger WSHS community!

STUDENT SERVICES Military and Family Life Counselor Full Time at WSHS

Our Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC), Dr. Kendra Burnside, is now back full time to support our military connected students at WSHS!

Please complete and return the opt in form if interested in receiving support. The form should be printed, signed, and returned to the main office or a counselor.

Academic Advising 2025-2026

Parents and Guardians,

However, the advising process does not end here. The most crucial part of this journey is the ongoing conversation you have with your student about their class choices. All course requests can be viewed in StudentVue under the “Course Request” section. Students will have until March 28th to make any changes to their course selections.

Please note that, due to staffing decisions, any requests made after March 28th will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on our staffing for the 2025-2026 school year.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your student’s academic journey.

College Bound? Apply for the College Partnership Program

Would your student benefit from the following elements?

Having a trusted adult at school to touch base with about academics and social-emotional wellbeing
Organizing their time, materials, thoughts, and writing
Getting and staying motivated to succeed in school
Exploring colleges, careers, and a variety of pathways to postsecondary success

Does your student fit into ONE or more of the following categories?

First in your family to attend a four-year college in the U.S.
Need financial support to attend college
Current GPA of 2.5 or above
Determined to go to college
Willing to take some advanced courses and put in the necessary work Good attendance record

If you’ve answered “yes” to any of the above, then CPP might be for your student! Talk to your school counselor. Additional information about CPP is on the FCPS website.

🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and Fun

Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Summer Camps

Earn Credit Toward Graduation This Summer

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT Winter Guard Takes 3rd Place at Woodgrove Competition!

WSHS Winter guard has once again delivered an outstanding performance, securing 3rd place at the Woodgrove competition! Their hard work paid off with an impressive 11-point score improvement, bringing them to a 70.02. We're incredibly proud of their dedication and the exceptional guidance of choreographers Celine and Jessie, and Director Mrs. Park. Thank you for your continued support!

From Classroom to Career: A Journey in Electrical Trades

Two years ago, Aidan Barker (Class of 2025) sat in the audience at West Springfield High School, attending an Electrical and Skilled Trades presentation given by Mr. Wolfe. Now, as a senior, he has returned - not as a spectator, but as a presenter, sharing his journey with fellow students. A standout leader in Mr. Wolfe’s Electrical Construction and Engineering Academy class, Aidan is gaining hands-on experience through a paid apprenticeship as an FCPS Electrician’s Helper this year.

“I did the number one thing Mr. Wolfe advised – show up and do the work,” Aidan said. As a junior, he said he trained on various tools, learned how to install single pole and three-way switches, practiced conduit bending, and earned his OSHA-10 safety certification through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Now a senior, Aidan attends classes every other day, and spends two days a week working as a paid apprentice for FCPS. After graduation, he plans to continue on the journey to becoming a professional electrician.

If your student is interested in learning more about the Edison Academy Electrical Construction and Engineering class, the first useful step is to check out their website. The hands-on presentation that Aidan attended his sophomore year was originally the idea of Employment and Transition Representative Becky Cousins and funded through a Work-based learning grant from Educate Fairfax. Mr. Wolfe has given this presentation nearly every year from 2018 - 2025 and has helped countless students learn more about careers in the skilled trades.

Edison Academy instructor Mr. Wolfe, along with some Electrical and HVAC students conducted a hands-on presentation on the skilled trades with West Springfield High School's Employment and Transition Representatives Becky Cousins and Rasha Abulohom and Edison Academy Resource Teacher Jenna McCabe.

STUDENT CORNER Complete the ASVAB and Receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have one more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the link:

March 21 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).
If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.
A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

These 90-minute classes are offered on Zoom and help to prepare students for the permit test. Sign up on aceclasses.fcps.edu. Dates for 2nd Semester are 2/26, 3/19, 4/23, 6/4. There may be more dates added later.

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES Order your Purple Up! Day Gear!

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

Purchase the FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt and/or hoodie between now and March 7 to wear on Purple Up! Day!

Don't Miss Out—Order Your Yearbook Today!

Order Now: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/4150

Don't wait—once they're gone, they're gone! Order yours today!

FREE GMU Men’s Basketball Team Student Tickets

Parents can register to receive free student tickets for the George Mason University regular season game on March 5 through their Super Reader Program. Link: https://gomason.com/sb_output.aspx?form=230

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

Show your Spartan pride! The Booster Club has a great selection of spirit wear available for purchase.

Game admission is $5 for students and $7 for adults. Skip the lines and grab a Season Pass through our eTIX Site. Individual game tickets can also be purchased HERE.

For game schedules and more information, visit www.spartansports.net.

Spartan Sports Calendar Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY Purchase Tickets: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The WSHS ANGP is a time for the graduating seniors to come together, have fun and
celebrate a new journey of their lives.

The ANGP is organized by the ANGP
Committee, chaperoned by parents and members of the community, and staffed by the
St James.

Activities include a casino, interactive inflatable games, raffles with high-end prizes, and portraits by caricature artists. In addition, we use the amazing facilities at
The St. James which include ice skating, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, rock climbing, an indoor soccer/football field as well as courts for basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
We also have plenty of food and drinks to feed the seniors and the chaperones.

The evening is an alcohol-free and drug-free event that takes place in a safe and
supervised environment.

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Visit the site for tickets and more information:

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

FCPS NEWS Family Summit (Former Special Education Conference)

2025 Family Summit - Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging! (an Extension of the Special Education Conference)

This event will feature:

Opening Session: Julie Causton and Kristie Pretti-Frontczak — best-selling authors, motivational speakers, and advocates for inclusion — will share practical tools and evidence-based strategies to empower and assist all families, with a special emphasis on parents of students with individual education programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
Breakout Sessions: Learn more about special education and global topics that benefit all families.

Student Showcase: FCPS students will share their efforts in fostering inclusivity through posters, essays, videos, songs, art, and other mediums.
Exhibitor Hall: Discover valuable resources and services in the community to support families.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other families, staff, and community partners.

Childcare will be provided. Special education staff will be available to care for children with high support needs. You may sign up for childcare during the registration process.

Learn more about this event and register today! Contact [email protected] for more information.

Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

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UPCOMING EVENTS FEBRUARY

24: Spring Sports Tryouts Begin

28: Ramadan Begins at Sundown

NEWS AND NOTES Spring Sports Tryouts Begin Monday, February 24

Get ready to spring into action! Spartan Spring sports tryouts begin Monday, February 24th. Check the two graphics below for specific times and locations of tryouts. All interested students must have a completed VHSL Physical and Athletic registration on file with our Athletic Trainer to tryout for a sport. Spring sports include: baseball, softball, outdoor track & field, tennis, lacrosse, soccer, and crew. Don't miss this chance to represent the Spartans. We'll see you on the field/court/track! Questions: contact the coach.

Become Unskippable: Practical Guidance for Talking With Teens About Fentanyl

Teens skip things that don't interest them, including lectures from their parents. But young people die from fentanyl overdoses in Fairfax County each year — so it's important to have short, impactful talks with your teen, whether or not you think they’re at risk.

As a parent or caregiver, you have the power to become “unskippable” and talk with your teen in a way they will listen.

See our tips for talking with your teen about fentanyl and other difficult subjects. Watch this video below to learn more about becoming unskippable.

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra learning resources. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.

“Go Paperless” Progress Report Option

Opt-in to receive “Paperless” Report Cards!

Parents and/or guardians will need to log into ParentVUE, click “My Account” and select "Go Paperless"
All parents and/or guardians who live with the student and share the same address must have a SIS ParentVUE account and must select the paperless option to prevent mailing of the printed progress reports.
The “Go Paperless” option will apply to all their associated students, no matter what school level.
If the associated parent and/or guardian has already selected “Go Paperless” for their secondary student, the option will now apply to any elementary siblings as well.

Report Cards are now available in your ParentVue and StudentVue under documents. If you do not have a ParentVue account, please see below:

You can learn how to activate your account by going to this video or follow the following steps:

Contact the office during regular school hours and request an activation letter for SIS ParentVue.
The school will provide a letter with an activation key and detailed instructions that expires at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on the date listed in the letter.
Once you receive the activation key, go to https://sisparent.fcps.edu and click on More Options in the bottom right corner.
Click on Activate Account
Review the SIS Parent Account Privacy Policy and select I Agree
Enter your First Name, Last Name, and Activation Key as they appear on the letter.
Enter your email address (which will become your username) and a password that meets the minimum requirements.
You will then receive an email from [email protected] to complete the activation. Click the link in the email before it expires.
You will receive your confirmation of activation in a second email.
CONGRATS, you now have a SIS ParentVUE account!

STUDENT SERVICES Military and Family Life Counselor Full Time at WSHS

Our Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC), Ms. Kendra Burnside, is now back full time to support our military connected students at WSHS!

Please complete and return the opt in form if interested in receiving support. The form should be printed, signed, and returned to the main office or a counselor.

Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year.

Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025
**Future Spartan Orientation | April (TBD) | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS

College Bound? Apply for the College Partnership Program

Application : Due February 28th

Would you benefit from the following elements?

●Having a trusted adult at school to touch base with about academics and social-emotional wellbeing
●Organizing your time, materials, thoughts, and writing
●Getting and staying motivated to succeed in school
●Exploring colleges, careers, and a variety of pathways to postsecondary success

Do you fit into ONE or more of the following categories?●First in your family to attend a four-year college in the U.S.
●Need financial support to attend college
●Current GPA of 2.5 or above
●Determined to go to college
●Willing to take some advanced courses and put in the necessary work
●Good attendance record

If you’ve answered “yes” to any of the above, then CPP might be for you! Talk to your school counselor, as CPP just may be a good fit for you. Additional information about CPP is on the FCPS website.

Application : Due February 28th

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT Students Attend FCPS Instruction 2 Industry Career Fair and Conference

Twenty Spartan students and two staff traveled to the INOVA Conference Center on Feb 10th to participate in the FCPS Instruction 2 Industry Career Fair and Conference. This event provided a valuable opportunity to explore various career paths, connect with industry professionals, and gain insights into the skills and knowledge needed for success in the modern workforce.

STUDENT CORNER Complete the ASVAB and receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have one more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the link:

March 21 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

February 27
March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).
If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.
A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES Order your Purple Up! Day Gear!

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

Purchase the FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt and/or hoodie between now and March 7 to wear on Purple Up! Day!

Don't Miss Out—Order Your Yearbook Today!

Order Now: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/4150

Don't wait—once they're gone, they're gone! Order yours today!

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar Feb 24 - Mar 1 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY Purchase Tickets: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The WSHS ANGP is a time for the graduating seniors to come together, have fun and
celebrate a new journey of their lives.

The ANGP is organized by the ANGP
Committee, chaperoned by parents and members of the community, and staffed by the
St James.

Activities include a casino, interactive inflatable games, raffles with high-end prizes, and portraits by caricature artists. In addition, we use the amazing facilities at
The St. James which include ice skating, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, rock climbing, an indoor soccer/football field as well as courts for basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
We also have plenty of food and drinks to feed the seniors and the chaperones.

The evening is an alcohol-free and drug-free event that takes place in a safe and
supervised environment.

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Visit the site for tickets and more information:

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

FCPS NEWS Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

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UPCOMING EVENTS FEBRUARY

17: Washington's Birthday and President's Day (No School)

28: Ramadan begins at sundown

NEWS AND NOTES Mediation and Silent Reflection Space Accomodations Regulation

FCPS has developed Regulation 1502, Expectations for Meditation and Silent Reflection Space Accommodations, to ensure all students and staff have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within the school division. The regulation provides guidance for schools on how to manage requests for silent reflection during instructional and non-instructional time, and for students to leave school for religious activities.

💊 Medication Drop-Off

Medication drop-off is available Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. To help minimize wait times, please avoid dropping off medication during lunch hours from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM.

The safety of our students is our priority. Thank you for your cooperation!

SIS Unavailable

SIS, StudentVUE, and ParentVUE will be unavailable beginning 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 14, 2025, through 6:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

“Go Paperless” Progress Report Option

Opt-in to receive “Paperless” Report Cards!

Parents and/or guardians will need to log into ParentVUE, click “My Account” and select "Go Paperless"
All parents and/or guardians who live with the student and share the same address must have a SIS ParentVUE account and must select the paperless option to prevent mailing of the printed progress reports.
The “Go Paperless” option will apply to all their associated students, no matter what school level.
If the associated parent and/or guardian has already selected “Go Paperless” for their secondary student, the option will now apply to any elementary siblings as well.

Report Cards are now available in your ParentVue and StudentVue under documents. If you do not have a ParentVue account, please see below:

You can learn how to activate your account by going to this video or follow the following steps:

Contact the office during regular school hours and request an activation letter for SIS ParentVue.
The school will provide a letter with an activation key and detailed instructions that expires at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on the date listed in the letter.
Once you receive the activation key, go to https://sisparent.fcps.edu and click on More Options in the bottom right corner.
Click on Activate Account
Review the SIS Parent Account Privacy Policy and select I Agree
Enter your First Name, Last Name, and Activation Key as they appear on the letter.
Enter your email address (which will become your username) and a password that meets the minimum requirements.
You will then receive an email from [email protected] to complete the activation. Click the link in the email before it expires.
You will receive your confirmation of activation in a second email.
CONGRATS, you now have a SIS ParentVUE account!

STUDENT SERVICES Military and Family Life Counselor Full Time at WSHS

Our Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC), Ms. Kendra Burnside, is now back full time to support our military connected students at WSHS!

Please complete and return the opt in form if interested in receiving support. The form should be printed, signed, and returned to the main office or a counselor.

Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year. ** Dates have been updated due to snow closures

Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025
**Future Spartan Orientation | April (TBD) | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS

🎒Academic Advising is Here!

Please visit our Student Services Schoology Course to explore the diverse course offerings available at West Springfield High School.

Under the "Academic" folder on our main page, you can delve deeper into our class offerings and make informed decisions about your future course selections.

We will begin meeting with:

Rising Sophomores: February 17-24

Counselors are currently conducting academic advising sessions and will continue to do so through the end of January.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your counselor directly.

College Bound? Apply for the College Partnership Program

Would you benefit from the following elements?

Do you fit into ONE or more of the following categories?

●First in your family to attend a four-year college in the U.S.
●Need financial support to attend college
●Current GPA of 2.5 or above
●Determined to go to college
●Willing to take some advanced courses and put in the necessary work
●Good attendance record

ACADEMY OPEN HOUSES 2025

If you are interested in an Academy next year you will want to attend an Open House beginning in January. More information can be found here.

Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit classroom and lab spaces, speak with instructors and Academy Counselors. For questions, contact Bonnie Wannett: [email protected].

February 19, 2025

February 20, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

INTERESTED? ACTION NEEDED:

**If you know which Academy you're interested in, please also complete this form. The form is only available to students using their fcpsschools.net account.

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT 💫WSHS Winter Color Guard

WSHS Winter Color Guard took 3rd place in the AIA competition at Tuscarora HS last Saturday presenting their show This Wish!

GO SPARTANS!

STUDENT CORNER Complete the ASVAB and receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have two more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the links:

March 21 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

February 27
March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).

If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.

A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES Order your Purple Up! Day Gear!

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

Purchase the FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt and/or hoodie between now and March 7 to wear on Purple Up! Day!

Don't Miss Out—Order Your Yearbook Today!

Order Now: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/4150

Don't wait—once they're gone, they're gone! Order yours today!

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar Feb 16-22 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY Purchase Tickets: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The WSHS ANGP is a time for the graduating seniors to come together, have fun and
celebrate a new journey of their lives.

The ANGP is organized by the ANGP
Committee, chaperoned by parents and members of the community, and staffed by the
St James.

Activities include a casino, interactive inflatable games, raffles with high-end prizes, and portraits by caricature artists. In addition, we use the amazing facilities at
The St. James which include ice skating, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, rock climbing, an indoor soccer/football field as well as courts for basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
We also have plenty of food and drinks to feed the seniors and the chaperones.

The evening is an alcohol-free and drug-free event that takes place in a safe and
supervised environment.

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Visit the site for tickets and more information:

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

FCPS NEWS IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

Flu Prevention
Students Spread Joy
Investing in our Classrooms

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

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UPCOMING EVENTS FEBRUARY

17: Washington's Birthday and President's Day (No School)

28: Ramadan begins at sundown

NEWS AND NOTES Kiss and Ride Reminder

Please remember students may not be dropped off in the main parking lot (Tuttle Road entrance) from 7:45am to 8:15am.

Anyone entering through the main parking lot will not be permitted to exit until after 8:15am. Thank you!

Please follow the traffic map below

“Go Paperless” Progress Report Option

Opt-in to receive “Paperless” Report Cards!

Parents and/or guardians will need to log into ParentVUE, click “My Account” and select "Go Paperless"
All parents and/or guardians who live with the student and share the same address must have a SIS ParentVUE account and must select the paperless option to prevent mailing of the printed progress reports.
The “Go Paperless” option will apply to all their associated students, no matter what school level.
If the associated parent and/or guardian has already selected “Go Paperless” for their secondary student, the option will now apply to any elementary siblings as well.

Report Cards are now available in your ParentVue and StudentVue under documents. If you do not have a ParentVue account, please see below:

You can learn how to activate your account by going to this video or follow the following steps:

Contact the office during regular school hours and request an activation letter for SIS ParentVue.
The school will provide a letter with an activation key and detailed instructions that expires at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on the date listed in the letter.
Once you receive the activation key, go to https://sisparent.fcps.edu and click on More Options in the bottom right corner.
Click on Activate Account
Review the SIS Parent Account Privacy Policy and select I Agree
Enter your First Name, Last Name, and Activation Key as they appear on the letter.
Enter your email address (which will become your username) and a password that meets the minimum requirements.
You will then receive an email from [email protected] to complete the activation. Click the link in the email before it expires.
You will receive your confirmation of activation in a second email.
CONGRATS, you now have a SIS ParentVUE account!

Don't Miss Out—Order Your Yearbook Today!

Order Now: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/4150

Don't wait—once they're gone, they're gone! Order yours today!

Order your Purple Up! Day Gear!

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

Purchase the FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt and/or hoodie between now and March 7 to wear on Purple Up! Day!

STUDENT SERVICES Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year. ** Dates have been updated due to snow closures

Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Academic Advising Rising Seniors | February 10-14, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025
**Future Spartan Orientation | April (TBD) | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS

🎒Academic Advising is Here!

Please visit our Student Services Schoology Course to explore the diverse course offerings available at West Springfield High School.

Under the "Academic" folder on our main page, you can delve deeper into our class offerings and make informed decisions about your future course selections.

We will begin meeting with:

Rising Juniors: February 3-7
Rising Seniors: February 10-14
Rising Sophomores: February 17-24

Counselors are currently conducting academic advising sessions and will continue to do so through the end of January.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your counselor directly.

College Bound? Apply for the College Partnership Program

Would you benefit from the following elements?

Do you fit into ONE or more of the following categories?

ACADEMY OPEN HOUSES 2025

If you are interested in an Academy next year you will want to attend an Open House beginning in January. More information can be found here.

Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit classroom and lab spaces, speak with instructors and Academy Counselors. For questions, contact Bonnie Wannett: [email protected].

February 19, 2025

February 20, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

INTERESTED? ACTION NEEDED:

**If you know which Academy you're interested in, please also complete this form. The form is only available to students using their fcpsschools.net account.

SENIORS Complete the ASVAB and receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have two more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the links:

February 10 – ASVAB (Seniors only, Register)
March 21 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

STUDENT CORNER 🌹SGA Flower Sale

Come purchase a flower for a friend or Valentine during all lunches on Monday, February 10th!

Flowers will be sold for $2 each. CASH ONLY!

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

February 27
March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).

If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.

A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES

School Activities Calendar. Check it out.

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar Feb 10-15 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY Purchase Tickets: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Visit the site for tickets and more information:

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

FCPS NEWS IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

Proposed Budget Progress
Make Sure Your Child is Up-to-Date On Immunizations
Black History Month Event

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

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UPCOMING EVENTS FEBRUARY

17: Washington's Birthday and President's Day (No School)

28: Ramadan begins at sundown

The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the quarter from Tuesday, January 28, 4 p.m. to Tuesday, February 4, 6 a.m.

NEWS AND NOTES ACTION NEEDED: Immunization Policy Update

Beginning Monday, May 19, students enrolled on or before December 20, 2024, that are non-compliant and do not have a current Immunization Action Plan in progress will be at-risk for exclusion.

Parents and Caregivers who this effects HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED via email and Talking Points. What to do if you've been notified:

Check your child’s immunization compliance on ParentVUE.
Make an appointment with your healthcare provider or the health department now to ensure your child is up to date with immunizations.
Submit acceptable documentation (see list below) to the school or enter documentation into ParentVUE directly

Before or by Monday, May 19, 2025, the school must receive ONE of the following acceptable immunization documents:

Immunization Record (must include the dates immunizations were received M/D/Y).
A written statement from a health care provider specifying all administered immunizations.
A health care provider’s written statement of permanent or temporary exemptions.
A notarized religious exemption form
Immunization Action Plan

Further Questions: email [email protected]

ACTION NEEDED: ParentVUE

West Springfield is going paperless! Don't be left in the cold, activate your ParentVue today to stay fully connected to the school and have IMMEDIATE access to documents, grades, school assignments, and more!

IMPORTANT:

Email addresses can only be used ONCE to activate an account. In order to activate a second account, a DIFFERENT email address must be used.
In order to have digital editing access, the ENROLLING parent must activate the account with the email they have on file with the school.

You can learn how to activate your account by going to this video or follow these steps:

Contact the office during regular school hours and request an activation letter for SIS ParentVUE or use this SIS Parent Assistance Form found on the WSHS Homepage
The school will provide a letter with an activation key and detailed instructions that expires at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on the date listed in the letter.
Once you receive the activation key, go to https://sisparent.fcps.edu and click on More Options in the bottom right corner.
Click on Activate Account
Review the SIS Parent Account Privacy Policy and select I Agree
Enter your First Name, Last Name, and Activation Key as they appear on the letter.
Enter your email address (which will become your username) and a password that meets the minimum requirements.
You will then receive an email from [email protected] to complete the activation. Click the link in the email before it expires.
You will receive your confirmation of activation in a second email.
CONGRATS, you now have a SIS ParentVUE account!

For more information, help, or to access translations please go to this site.

Need further assistance? Contact our Family Liaison, Ashley Springsteen at [email protected]

STUDENT SERVICES Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year. ** Dates have been updated due to snow closures

Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Academic Advising Rising Juniors | February 3-7, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Seniors | February 10-14, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025
**Future Spartan Orientation | April (TBD) | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS

College Bound? Apply for the College Partnership Program

Would you benefit from the following elements?

Do you fit into ONE or more of the following categories?

🎒Academic Advising is Here!

Please visit our Student Services Schoology Course to explore the diverse course offerings available at West Springfield High School.

Under the "Academic" folder on our main page, you can delve deeper into our class offerings and make informed decisions about your future course selections.

We will begin meeting with:

Rising Juniors: February 3-7
Rising Seniors: February 10-14
Rising Sophomores: February 17-24

Counselors are currently conducting academic advising sessions and will continue to do so through the end of January.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your counselor directly.

ACADEMY OPEN HOUSES 2025

If you are interested in an Academy next year you will want to attend an Open House beginning in January. More information can be found here.

Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit classroom and lab spaces, speak with instructors and Academy Counselors. For questions, contact Bonnie Wannett: [email protected].

Location Date Time

February 1, 2025 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

February 4, 2025 6:30 to 8 p.m.

February 20, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

February 19, 2025

INTERESTED? ACTION NEEDED:

**If you know which Academy you're interested in, please also complete this form. The form is only available to students using their fcpsschools.net account.

SENIORS Complete the ASVAB and receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have two more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the links:

February 10 – ASVAB (Seniors only, Register)
March 21 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

STUDENT CORNER

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

February 6 and 27
March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).

If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.

A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES

School Activities Calendar. Check it out.

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar Feb 1-8 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY 📅SAVE THE DATE: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Details and ticket sales coming soon.

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

PTSA 💻LAST CHANCE: Practice SAT Opportunity

Saturday, Feb. 1, 9 a.m. (If you can’t make it on Feb. 1, e-mail us and we can try to work something out)

PTSA Member:$5

Non-members: $20

Just to be clear: you can join the PTSA first at the same site, and then sign up for the practice test at the lower price! Membership has its benefits!

This is a PTSA fundraiser: all funds go to the PTSA.

Questions? e-mail us at [email protected]

FCPS NEWS IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

FY 2026 Proposed Budget
Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration
Free Webinars and Events for Families

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

**CORRECTION: WSHS Spartan Weekly News_ January 24, 2024

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UPCOMING EVENTS JANUARY

1/28: End of Quarter 2 (Full School Day)

1/28: Spartans Got Talent, 7 p.m., Auditorium

1/29: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

1/30: Quarter 3 starts (Classes Resume)

The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the quarter from Tuesday, January 28, 4 p.m. to Tuesday, February 4, 6 a.m.

NEWS AND NOTES ACTION NEEDED: Immunization Policy Update

Beginning Monday, May 19, students enrolled on or before December 20, 2024, that are non-compliant and do not have a current Immunization Action Plan in progress will be at-risk for exclusion.

Parents and Caregivers who this effects HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED via email and Talking Points. What to do if you've been notified:

Check your child’s immunization compliance on ParentVUE.
Make an appointment with your healthcare provider or the health department now to ensure your child is up to date with immunizations.
Submit acceptable documentation (see list below) to the school or enter documentation into ParentVUE directly

Before or by Monday, May 19, 2025, the school must receive ONE of the following acceptable immunization documents:

Immunization Record (must include the dates immunizations were received M/D/Y).
A written statement from a health care provider specifying all administered immunizations.
A health care provider’s written statement of permanent or temporary exemptions.
A notarized religious exemption form
Immunization Action Plan

Further Questions: email [email protected]

ACTION NEEDED: ParentVUE

IMPORTANT:

Email addresses can only be used ONCE to activate an account. In order to activate a second account, a DIFFERENT email address must be used.
In order to have digital editing access, the ENROLLING parent must activate the account with the email they have on file with the school.

You can learn how to activate your account by going to this video or follow these steps:

Contact the office during regular school hours and request an activation letter for SIS ParentVUE or use this SIS Parent Assistance Form found on the WSHS Homepage
The school will provide a letter with an activation key and detailed instructions that expires at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on the date listed in the letter.
Once you receive the activation key, go to https://sisparent.fcps.edu and click on More Options in the bottom right corner.
Click on Activate Account
Review the SIS Parent Account Privacy Policy and select I Agree
Enter your First Name, Last Name, and Activation Key as they appear on the letter.
Enter your email address (which will become your username) and a password that meets the minimum requirements.
You will then receive an email from [email protected] to complete the activation. Click the link in the email before it expires.
You will receive your confirmation of activation in a second email.
CONGRATS, you now have a SIS ParentVUE account!

For more information, help, or to access translations please go to this site.

Need further assistance? Contact our Family Liaison, Ashley Springsteen at [email protected]

📱SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon

All FCPS families and middle and high school students will be receiving an email invitation on Tuesday, January 21, to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available from January 21 to February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

STUDENT SERVICES Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year. ** Dates have been updated due to snow closures

Academic Days of Emphasis | January 16-22, 2025 | Student in Grades 9, 10, and 11, will meet with their current teachers to discuss their feedback.
Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Curriculum Fair | Opportunity for students to visit different classes and get information on specific classes in which they may be interested.
Academic Advising Rising Juniors | February 3-7, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Seniors | February 10-14, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025
**Future Spartan Orientation | April (TBD) | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS

College Bound? Apply for the College Partnership Program

Would you benefit from the following elements?

Do you fit into ONE or more of the following categories?

🎒Academic Advising is Here!

Please visit our Student Services Schoology Course to explore the diverse course offerings available at West Springfield High School.

Under the "Academic" folder on our main page, you can delve deeper into our class offerings and make informed decisions about your future course selections.

We will begin meeting with:

Rising Juniors: February 3-7
Rising Seniors: February 10-14
Rising Sophomores: February 17-24

Counselors are currently conducting academic advising sessions and will continue to do so through the end of January.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your counselor directly.

ACADEMY OPEN HOUSES 2025

If you are interested in an Academy next year you will want to attend an Open House beginning in January. More information can be found here.

Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit classroom and lab spaces, speak with instructors and Academy Counselors. For questions, contact Bonnie Wannett: [email protected].

Location Date Time

February 1, 2025 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

February 4, 2025 6:30 to 8 p.m.

January 30, 2025 4:30 to 6 p.m.

February 20, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

https://edu-futuro.org/youth-programs/

February 19, 2025

INTERESTED? ACTION NEEDED:

**If you know which Academy you're interested in, please also complete this form. The form is only available to students using their fcpsschools.net account.

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT

Bravo! Congrats to Shanaiah Fajardo & Paige Cunniff on a wonderful Senior District Orchestra performance. They spent last weekend under the direction of Jonathan Handman and performed in the Concert Hall at George Mason University. SPARTAN STRONG!

District Honor Orchestra performers Shanaiah Fjardo and Paige Cunniff with Orchestra Director Alexandra Blaine

SENIORS Complete the ASVAB and receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have two more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the links:

February 10 – ASVAB (Seniors only, Register)
March 21 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

STUDENT CORNER Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) Opportunity

Free Online Leadership Program for 9-12 Graders Going to College through Edu-Futuro

Additionally, writing and speech competition scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $500, allowing students to gain recognition for their efforts and further support their educational goals.

Program Starts Virtually, January 30th 6-8 p.m.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

February 6 and 27
March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).

If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.

A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

**NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES SPARTAN TALENT SHOW

Tuesday, Jan 28, 7 p.m.

Auditorium

School Activities Calendar. Check it out.

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar Jan 26-Feb 1 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY 📅SAVE THE DATE: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Details and ticket sales coming soon.

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

PTSA 💻Practice SAT Opportunity

Saturday, Feb. 1, 9 a.m. (If you can’t make it on Feb. 1, e-mail us and we can try to work something out)

PTSA Member:$5

Non-members: $20

Just to be clear: you can join the PTSA first at the same site, and then sign up for the practice test at the lower price! Membership has its benefits!

This is a PTSA fundraiser: all funds go to the PTSA.

Questions? e-mail us at [email protected]

FCPS NEWS IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

SOL Score Reports
Upcoming Budget Presentation
Fight Drug Abuse

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

WSHS Spartan Weekly News_ January 24, 2024

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UPCOMING EVENTS JANUARY

1/28: End of Quarter 2 (Full School Day)

1/28: Spartans Got Talent, 7 p.m., Auditorium

1/29: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

1/30: Quarter 3 starts (Classes Resume)

The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the quarter from Tuesday, January 28, 4 p.m. to Tuesday, February 4, 6 a.m.

NEWS AND NOTES ACTION NEEDED: Immunization Policy Update

Beginning Monday, May 19, students enrolled on or before December 20, 2024, that are non-compliant and do not have a current Immunization Action Plan in progress will be at-risk for exclusion.

Parents and Caregivers who this effects HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED via email and Talking Points. What to do if you've been notified:

Check your child’s immunization compliance on ParentVUE.
Make an appointment with your healthcare provider or the health department now to ensure your child is up to date with immunizations.
Submit acceptable documentation (see list below) to the school or enter documentation into ParentVUE directly

Before or by Monday, May 19, 2025, the school must receive ONE of the following acceptable immunization documents:

Immunization Record (must include the dates immunizations were received M/D/Y).
A written statement from a health care provider specifying all administered immunizations.
A health care provider’s written statement of permanent or temporary exemptions.
A notarized religious exemption form
Immunization Action Plan

Further Questions: email [email protected]

ACTION NEEDED: ParentVUE

IMPORTANT:

Email addresses can only be used ONCE to activate an account. In order to activate a second account, a DIFFERENT email address must be used.
In order to have digital editing access, the ENROLLING parent must activate the account with the email they have on file with the school.

You can learn how to activate your account by going to this video or follow these steps:

Contact the office during regular school hours and request an activation letter for SIS ParentVUE or use this SIS Parent Assistance Form found on the WSHS Homepage
The school will provide a letter with an activation key and detailed instructions that expires at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on the date listed in the letter.
Once you receive the activation key, go to https://sisparent.fcps.edu and click on More Options in the bottom right corner.
Click on Activate Account
Review the SIS Parent Account Privacy Policy and select I Agree
Enter your First Name, Last Name, and Activation Key as they appear on the letter.
Enter your email address (which will become your username) and a password that meets the minimum requirements.
You will then receive an email from [email protected] to complete the activation. Click the link in the email before it expires.
You will receive your confirmation of activation in a second email.
CONGRATS, you now have a SIS ParentVUE account!

For more information, help, or to access translations please go to this site.

Need further assistance? Contact our Family Liaison, Ashley Springsteen at [email protected]

📱SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon

STUDENT SERVICES Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year. ** Dates have been updated due to snow closures

Academic Days of Emphasis | January 16-22, 2025 | Student in Grades 9, 10, and 11, will meet with their current teachers to discuss their feedback.
Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Curriculum Fair | Opportunity for students to visit different classes and get information on specific classes in which they may be interested.
Academic Advising Rising Juniors | February 3-7, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Seniors | February 10-14, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025
**Future Spartan Orientation | April (TBD) | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS

College Bound? Apply for the College Partnership Program

Would you benefit from the following elements?

Do you fit into ONE or more of the following categories?

🎒Academic Advising is Here!

Please visit our Student Services Schoology Course to explore the diverse course offerings available at West Springfield High School.

Under the "Academic" folder on our main page, you can delve deeper into our class offerings and make informed decisions about your future course selections.

We will begin meeting with:

Rising Juniors: February 3-7
Rising Seniors: February 10-14
Rising Sophomores: February 17-24

Counselors are currently conducting academic advising sessions and will continue to do so through the end of January.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your counselor directly.

ACADEMY OPEN HOUSES 2025

If you are interested in an Academy next year you will want to attend an Open House beginning in January. More information can be found here.

Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit classroom and lab spaces, speak with instructors and Academy Counselors. For questions, contact Bonnie Wannett: [email protected].

Location Date Time

February 1, 2025 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

February 4, 2025 6:30 to 8 p.m.

January 30, 2025 4:30 to 6 p.m.

February 20, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

https://edu-futuro.org/youth-programs/

February 19, 2025

INTERESTED? ACTION NEEDED:

**If you know which Academy you're interested in, please also complete this form. The form is only available to students using their fcpsschools.net account.

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT

District Honor Orchestra performers Shanaiah Fjardo and Paige Cunniff with Orchestra Director Alexandra Blaine

SENIORS Complete the ASVAB and receive a Career Readiness Medal at Graduation!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a valuable career exploration tool that your student will have the opportunity to take at West Springfield High School on two upcoming dates.

Seniors have two more opportunities to take the ASVAB. Students can register at the links:

February 10 – ASVAB (Seniors only, Register)
March 21 – ASVAB (10 - 12th Graders, Register)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our College and Career Specialist, Jeff Toomer, at [email protected], or phone (703) 913-3985.

STUDENT CORNER Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) Opportunity

Free Online Leadership Program for 9-12 Graders Going to College through Edu-Futuro

Additionally, writing and speech competition scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $500, allowing students to gain recognition for their efforts and further support their educational goals.

Program Starts Virtually, January 30th 6-8 p.m.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

February 6 and 27
March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).

If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.

A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

These 90-minute classes are offered on Zoom and help to prepare students for the permit test. Sign up on aceclasses.fcps.edu. Dates for 1st Semester are 9/25, 10/21, 11/18, 12/4, 1/8.

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES SPARTAN TALENT SHOW

Tuesday, Jan 28, 7 p.m.

Auditorium

School Activities Calendar. Check it out.

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar Jan 26-Feb 1 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY 📅SAVE THE DATE: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Details and ticket sales coming soon.

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

PTSA 💻Practice SAT Opportunity

Saturday, Feb. 1, 9 a.m. (If you can’t make it on Feb. 1, e-mail us and we can try to work something out)

PTSA Member:$5

Non-members: $20

Just to be clear: you can join the PTSA first at the same site, and then sign up for the practice test at the lower price! Membership has its benefits!

This is a PTSA fundraiser: all funds go to the PTSA.

Questions? e-mail us at [email protected]

FCPS NEWS IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

SOL Score Reports
Upcoming Budget Presentation
Fight Drug Abuse

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

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UPCOMING EVENTS JANUARY

1/20: MLK Jr. Day/Inauguration Day (No School)

1/28: End of Quarter 2 (Full School Day)

1/28: Spartans Got Talent, 7 p.m., Auditorium

1/29: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

1/30: Quarter 3 starts (Classes Resume)

The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the quarter from Tuesday, January 28, 4 p.m. to Tuesday, February 4, 6 a.m.

Learn how to activate your ParentVUE account to easily access grade reports and other helpful information about your child.

NEWS AND NOTES West Springfield Leadership Team Update

Last week, Principal Michael Mukai shared the news that he has been appointed as the new principal of Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, effective January 20, 2025. As we begin the process of selecting a new principal, the Region 4 Office is pleased to announce that Assistant Principal Betsy Fawsett will serve as Acting Principal, effective January 21, 2025.

Ms. Fawsett has been a part of the WSHS community for the past 18 years:

2007-Taught Business and Information Technology
2010- Became Assistant Director of Student Activities
2015- Became an Assistant Principal collaborating with the Math, Technology and Fine and Performing Arts, CTE, and Special Education Low Incidence program departments

Please join us in thanking Ms. Fawsett for stepping into the acting principal position during this time of transition. We look forward to working together to ensure the continued success of the West Springfield community.

SPARTAN STRONG

📱SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon

STUDENT SERVICES Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year. ** Dates have been updated due to snow closures

Academic Days of Emphasis | January 16-22, 2025 | Student in Grades 9, 10, and 11, will meet with their current teachers to discuss their feedback.
Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Curriculum Fair | Opportunity for students to visit different classes and get information on specific classes in which they may be interested.
Academic Advising Rising Juniors | February 3-7, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Seniors | February 10-14, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025
**Future Spartan Orientation | April (TBD) | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS

College Bound? Apply for the College Partnership Program

Would you benefit from the following elements?

Do you fit into ONE or more of the following categories?

🎒Academic Advising is Here!

Please visit our Student Services Schoology Course to explore the diverse course offerings available at West Springfield High School.

Under the "Academic" folder on our main page, you can delve deeper into our class offerings and make informed decisions about your future course selections.

We will begin meeting with:

Rising Juniors: February 3-7
Rising Seniors: February 10-14
Rising Sophomores: February 17-24

Counselors are currently conducting academic advising sessions and will continue to do so through the end of January.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your counselor directly.

ACADEMY OPEN HOUSES 2025

If you are interested in an Academy next year you will want to attend an Open House beginning in January. More information can be found here.

Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit classroom and lab spaces, speak with instructors and Academy Counselors. For questions, contact Bonnie Wannett: [email protected].

Location Date Time

February 1, 2025 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

February 4, 2025 6:30 to 8 p.m.

January 30, 2025 4:30 to 6 p.m.

February 20, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

Learn more about the honor here

February 19, 2025

INTERESTED? ACTION NEEDED:

**If you know which Academy you're interested in, please also complete this form. The form is only available to students using their fcpsschools.net account.

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT Former Spartan Honored by the White House

President Biden awarded nearly 400 scientists and engineers the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on outstanding scientists and engineers early in their careers.

Among those awarded is Spartan Class of 2006, Benjamin Trump, of the Department of Defense.

STUDENT CORNER Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) Opportunity

Free Online Leadership Program for 9-12 Graders Going to College through Edu-Futuro

https://edu-futuro.org/youth-programs/

Additionally, writing and speech competition scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $500, allowing students to gain recognition for their efforts and further support their educational goals.

Program Starts Virtually, January 30th 6-8 p.m.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

February 6 and 27
March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).

If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.

A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

These 90-minute classes are offered on Zoom and help to prepare students for the permit test. Sign up on aceclasses.fcps.edu. Dates for 1st Semester are 9/25, 10/21, 11/18, 12/4, 1/8.

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ACTIVITIES SPARTAN TALENT SHOW

Tuesday, Jan 28, 7 p.m.

Auditorium

School Activities Calendar. Check it out.

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar January 20-25 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY 📅SAVE THE DATE: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Details and ticket sales coming soon.

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

PTSA 🥪Fundraiser at McAlister's Deli

Dine at McAlister's and support the PTSA!

Where: 8401B Old Keene Mill Rd

When: Tuesday, January 21

Time: 2:00-8:00 p.m.

Phone: 571-678-7490

Online: https://www.mcalistersdeli.com/

For online orders, use promo code CHARITEA

💻Practice SAT Opportunity

Saturday, Feb. 1, 9 a.m. (If you can’t make it on Feb. 1, e-mail us and we can try to work something out)

PTSA Member:$5

Non-members: $20

Just to be clear: you can join the PTSA first at the same site, and then sign up for the practice test at the lower price! Membership has its benefits!

This is a PTSA fundraiser: all funds go to the PTSA.

Questions? e-mail us at [email protected]

FCPS NEWS IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

Gap Year Fair
Proposed Construction Projects
Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

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UPCOMING EVENTS JANUARY

1/16: NEW DATE: Curriculum Night, Cafeteria, 6:30-8 p.m.

1/20: MLK Jr. Day/Inauguration Day (No School)

1/28: End of Quarter 2

1/29: Teacher Workday/Student Holiday

NEWS AND NOTES Principal Mike Mukai Accepts Principal Position at Alma Mater Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

January 9, 2025

Dear Spartan Family,

As I reflect on the incredible journey we have shared over the past ten years at West Springfield High School, I am filled with immense gratitude and pride. Today, I am writing to share that I have accepted the principal position at my alma mater, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, and will begin this new chapter later this month.

My time at West Springfield has been a cornerstone of my personal and professional growth. The dedication of our faculty, staff, and students has inspired me every day. Together, we have achieved remarkable milestones: navigating the challenges of a school renovation, persevering through the pandemic, and embodying the resilience and spirit of being Spartan Strong.

It has been my honor to witness extraordinary moments, from Virginia Music Educators Association and White House performances to Cappies-winning musicals and numerous Virginia High School League district, region, and state championships. Most significantly, I’ve cherished shaking hands with over 5,000 Spartan graduates as they crossed the stage at commencement, ready to embrace their futures.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege to watch our students grow into successful young adults and welcome back alumni who shared how their time at West Springfield High School prepared them for their accomplishments. My journey here—as a chemistry teacher, math teacher, wrestling coach, assistant director of student activities, assistant principal, and principal—has shaped me into the educator I am today. Each role has been a testament to the incredible community we have built together.

As I prepare to return to Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, I carry with me the lessons, memories, and relationships that have enriched my time at West Springfield. While I am excited to serve my alma mater, I will always cherish my time here and the indelible mark West Springfield High School has left on my heart.

I know that West Springfield High School will continue to transform lives and foster a legacy of excellence. Thank you for allowing me to be part of this extraordinary family.

Dream Big, Work Hard, Be Proud.

Spartan Strong,

Michael Mukai

STUDENT SERVICES Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year. ** Dates have been updated due to snow closures

**Curriculum Night | January 16, 2025 | 6:30-8:00 pm in the Cafeteria for students and families
Academic Days of Emphasis | January 16-22, 2025 | Student in Grades 9, 10, and 11, will meet with their current teachers to discuss their feedback.
Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Curriculum Fair | Opportunity for students to visit different classes and get information on specific classes in which they may be interested.
Academic Advising Rising Juniors | February 3-7, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Seniors | February 10-14, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025
**Future Spartan Orientation | April (TBD) | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS

🎒Academic Advising is Here!

Please visit our Student Services Schoology Course to explore the diverse course offerings available at West Springfield High School.

Under the "Academic" folder on our main page, you can delve deeper into our class offerings and make informed decisions about your future course selections.

We will begin meeting with:

Rising Juniors: February 3-7
Rising Seniors: February 10-14
Rising Sophomores: February 17-24

Counselors are currently conducting academic advising sessions and will continue to do so through the end of January.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your counselor directly.

ACADEMY OPEN HOUSES 2025

If you are interested in an Academy next year you will want to attend an Open House beginning in January. More information can be found here.

Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit classroom and lab spaces, speak with instructors and Academy Counselors. For questions, contact Bonnie Wannett: [email protected].

Location Date Time

Chantilly Academy

January 14, 2025* (NEW DATE due to snow) 6 to 8 p.m.

February 1, 2025 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

February 4, 2025 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Falls Church Academy

January 13, 2025* (NEW DATE due to snow) 6 to 9 p.m.

January 30, 2025 4:30 to 6 p.m.

February 20, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

February 19, 2025

INTERESTED? ACTION NEEDED:

**If you know which Academy you interested in, please also complete this form. The form is only available to students using their fcpsschools.net account.

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT WSHS National Merit Commended Scholars

Six hundred ninety-three FCPS students have been named National Merit Commended Scholars by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). This represents a 10% increase in Commended Scholars for FCPS compared to 2023.

Julia Allendoerfer, Nicholas Barr, Kelly Benyo, Isaac Bond, Colin Burdett, Ava Chiu, Hyunji Cho, Maximilian Englert, Aaron Gorowitz, William Hoyle , Joshua Jung, Alexandra Morrison, Charlotte Oettinger, Alex Polen, Evan Residori, David Reynolds, Shriya Seshadri, Isaiah Sorial, Adam Turski, Derek Woodward

GO SPARTANS!

STUDENT CORNER

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

February 6 and 27
March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).

If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.

A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

These 90-minute classes are offered on Zoom and help to prepare students for the permit test. Sign up on aceclasses.fcps.edu. Dates for 1st Semester are 9/25, 10/21, 11/18, 12/4, 1/8.

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY 📅SAVE THE DATE: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Details and ticket sales coming soon.

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar Week of Jan 13-18 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

Instagram: @wshs_sports

School Activities Calendar. Check it out.

Congratulations to the 2024-2025 PTSA Reflections winners!! (see below)

Their entries were judged to be outstanding interpretations of this year’s theme:

Accepting Imperfection.

The top entry for each category in which we received submissions (Visual Arts and Literature) have been passed along to compete at the County level.

To see all of the submissions from our very talented WSHS students, please visit the WSHS PTSA's Reflections page at https://wshsptsa.net/programs/ptsa-reflections-program/

A special thanks to Reflections Chair Tahnee Blauser for making this happen!

NEWS FOR THE COMMUNITY WSHS Dance Team Dance Camp and Basketball Performance

Learn a dance routine and perform with the West Springfield High School Dance Team at halftime at a WSHS Basketball Game!

Who: Girls and Boys Grades K-8

When: January 15, 5:30-8:00pm and January 16, 5:30-8:30 pm

Where: Cafeteria (Enter at Door 11)

Registration:https://www.wshssportscamps.com/, $95.50

Virtual Parent Cafe: Parenting in the Hispanic Culture

Fairfax County’s Department of Family Services will host its Building Stronger Families Virtual Parent Café next Tuesday, January 14th at 6:30 p.m. The topic this month is Parenting in the Hispanic Culture. The facilitators will lead an open discussion about the cross-cultural challenges many parents face when raising their children in a diverse environment. The discussion will explore the common issue of trying to instill respect for Hispanic culture and values while balancing conflicting cultural influences children encounter through media, peers, etc.

The Café will be held on Microsoft Teams. Here’s the link:

https://bit.ly/3BnJXrH Password: pd37sG7A

FCPS NEWS IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

Gradebook Available Until End of Quarter
Celebrating the Best of 2024 in FCPS
Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
School Year Calendars

2024-2025 | 2025-2026

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

Friday, January 10th, WSHS 2 hour delay bell schedule

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FCPS is on a 2 hour delay tomorrow, Friday, January 10, 2025

You can find all bell schedules on the WSHS Website: Bell Schedules

Tomorrow is an ORANGE DAY so the bell schedule is as follows:

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UPCOMING EVENTS DECEMBER

12/23-1/3: Winter Break (No School)

JANUARY

1/6: Classes resume

1/20: MLK Jr. Day (No School)

1/28: End of Quarter 2

1/29: Teacher Workday/Student Holiday

❄️Calendar Reminder: Winter Break

Winter break is Monday, December 23, 2025, through Friday, January 3, 2025. To help make sure you and your children have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks before the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments will be due immediately after the break.

Classes resume on Monday, January 6, 2025. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year!

See the complete school year calendar.

Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas to those in our community who celebrate! Christmas is an annual holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, the person who stands at the heart of the Christian tradition. It is celebrated in many unique ways across the U.S. and the world, most commonly by the joyous giving of gifts

Happy Chanukah to all in our community who celebrate! Chanukah is an 8-day Festival of Lights, is a Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple and the miracle of a small quantity of oil that lit the Temple’s menorah for 8 days. This year, Chanukah begins at sundown on Wednesday, December 25.

OFFICE HOURS The office will be closed 12/23-12/27/24 for holidays and cleaning. The office is open by appointment only 12/30/24-1/3/25. STUDENT SERVICES 🎒Academic Advising is Here!

Please visit our Student Services Schoology Course to explore the diverse course offerings available at West Springfield High School.

Under the "Academic" folder on our main page, you can delve deeper into our class offerings and make informed decisions about your future course selections.

We will begin meeting with:

Rising Juniors: February 3-7
Rising Seniors: February 10-14
Rising Sophomores: February 17-24

Counselors are currently conducting academic advising sessions and will continue to do so through the end of January.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your counselor directly.

ACADEMY OPEN HOUSES 2025

If you are interested in an Academy next year you will want to attend an Open House beginning in January. More information can be found here.

Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit classroom and lab spaces, speak with instructors and Academy Counselors. For questions, contact Bonnie Wannett: [email protected].

Location Date Time

Chantilly Academy

January 8, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

February 1, 2025 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

February 4, 2025 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Falls Church Academy

January 9, 2025 6 to 9 p.m.

January 30, 2025 4:30 to 6 p.m.

February 20, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

February 19, 2025

INTERESTED? ACTION NEEDED:

**If you know which Academy you interested in, please also complete this form. The form is only available to students using their fcpsschools.net account.

Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year.

Curriculum Night | January 9, 2025 | 6:30-8:00 pm in the Cafeteria for students and families
Future Spartan Orientation | January 13, 2025 | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS
Academic Days of Emphasis | January 16-22, 2025 | Student in Grades 9, 10, and 11, will meet with their current teachers to discuss their feedback.
Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Curriculum Fair | Opportunity for students to visit different classes and get information on specific classes in which they may be interested.
Academic Advising Rising Juniors | February 3-7, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Seniors | February 10-14, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025

SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT 🏆Educate Fairfax Grant Awarded to Spartans

Congratulations WSHS Recycling and Original Creations for winning an Educate Fairfax Grant!

The 2024 Educate Fairfax Grants will provide students with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive both academically and personally. These grants celebrate the ingenuity and commitment of FCPS staff, recognizing their dedication to creating meaningful, equitable, and innovative learning experiences.

All funded projects align closely with the Educate Fairfax mission and the goals of the FCPS Strategic Plan 2023-30.

"The West Springfield High School Recycling Program and Original Creations were born from the need to help low incident students use their creativity to learn new job and life skills, and to create a more inclusive, eco-friendly community."

Visit their site here: WSHS Original Creations Site

Military Ambassador Club: Wreaths Across America

Members of the Military Ambassador Club (MAC) joined thousands of volunteers honoring veterans buried at Arlington National Cemetery for Wreath Across America.

GO SPARTANS!

STUDENT CORNER

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS- 2nd Semester Dates!!

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

January 9
February 6 and 27
March 20
April 3 and 24
May 22
June 5

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).

If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.

A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

These 90-minute classes are offered on Zoom and help to prepare students for the permit test. Sign up on aceclasses.fcps.edu. Dates for 1st Semester are 9/25, 10/21, 11/18, 12/4, 1/8.

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY 📅SAVE THE DATE: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Details and ticket sales coming soon.

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar Week of Dec 23-Jan 4 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

mindresearch.org/fcps-math-week

Instagram: @wshs_sports

School Activities Calendar. Check it out.

PTSA

WSHS PTSA Reflections Contest Winner Submissions: Karina Lugo for Visual Arts and Annika Gross for Literature

Congratulations to the 2024-2025 PTSA Reflections winners!! (see below)

Their entries were judged to be outstanding interpretations of this year’s theme:

Accepting Imperfection.

The top entry for each category in which we received submissions (Visual Arts and Literature) have been passed along to compete at the County level.

To see all of the submissions from our very talented WSHS students, please visit the WSHS PTSA's Reflections page at https://wshsptsa.net/programs/ptsa-reflections-program/

A special thanks to Reflections Chair Tahnee Blauser for making this happen!

FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER (FRC) ❤️‍🩹Youth Mental Health First Aid (In-person course)

December 20, 2024, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. - Youth Mental Health First Aid (in-person course)

💻January Webinars at the Family Resource Center Sibshops January 11, 2025 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

For children grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools. An opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed, virtual setting. Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs. Share sibling experiences, while receiving peer support. Enjoy games and have fun!

January 11, 2025 9-12:00 p.m.

FCPS Math Week January 13-17, 2025

Participate in a full week of family time with stories, games, and math activities in English and Spanish for families with students in K-6.

January 13-17, 2025

FCPS Family Resource Center Web | Email: [email protected] | Phone: 703-204-3941

FCPS NEWS IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
Be Among the First to Hear About Closings/Delays
Fall 2024 Sports Champions

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Resources for New FCPS Families

Are you new to the area and need help understanding school registration or connecting with your local school? The following resources are available for all families:

Family liaisons work in the schools and community to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Family liaisons represent a variety of cultures, languages, and races.
Family information phone lines are available in nine languages to assist families. A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Visit the FCPS Family Academy webpage to learn how FCPS works to support the continued success and well-being of each and every student.

Get to Know FCPS: Family Orientation

This interactive orientation provides information about the school system, the links between family engagement and student achievement, school staff you should get to know, and programs and technology considerations for families. The orientation also includes a discussion that is helpful for families who are new to the United States.

Sessions in English are held online on:

Thursday, December 19, at 6 p.m.

Register in advance. Visit the Family Academy catalog page to see the dates this orientation will be offered in Arabic, Korean, and Spanish.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
Anxiety, worry, fears
Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

FCPS Quick Links

Newsletter Subscription Preferences
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Safety Tip Line
Educate Fairfax
FCPS Cares
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WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:

Facebook
Instagram ID: westspringfieldhs_fcps
X: https://twitter.com/wspringspartans
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westspringfieldspartansnet416

Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison

6 100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

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UPCOMING EVENTS DECEMBER

12/16-12/20 SGA Winter Spirit Week (See Below)

12/17: WSHS Immunization Clinic, Collaboration 1 (by appointment)

12/23-1/3: Winter Break (No School)

JANUARY

1/6: Classes resume

❄️Calendar Reminder: Winter Break

Classes resume on Monday, January 6, 2025. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year!

See the complete school year calendar.

OFFICE HOURS The office will be closed 12/23-12/27/24 for holidays and cleaning. The office is open by appointment only 12/30/24-1/3/25. NEWS AND NOTES ⛄SGA Winter Spirit Week 2024

Mon, 12/16: Jolly Jammies Day! Wear your comfiest pajamas! 🛏️

Tue, 12/17: Timber Tuesday! Dress up in a flannel! 🌲

Wed, 12/18: Walking in a TWINter Wonderland! Twin Day! Pick a friend and match! 👯

Thu, 12/19: Toasty Toes Thursday! Wear fuzzy socks and winter gear! 🧦

Fri, 12/20: Festive Friday! Wear your best holiday sweater! 🥳👕

STUDENT SERVICES 🎒Academic Advising is Here!

Please visit our Student Services Schoology Course to explore the diverse course offerings available at West Springfield High School.

Under the "Academic" folder on our main page, you can delve deeper into our class offerings and make informed decisions about your future course selections.

We will begin meeting with:

Rising Juniors: February 3-7
Rising Seniors: February 10-14
Rising Sophomores: February 17-24

Counselors are currently conducting academic advising sessions and will continue to do so through the end of January.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your counselor directly.

ACADEMY OPEN HOUSES 2025

If you are interested in an Academy next year you will want to attend an Open House beginning in January. More information can be found here.

Open Houses are a great opportunity to visit classroom and lab spaces, speak with instructors and Academy Counselors. For questions, contact Bonnie Wannett: [email protected].

Location Date Time

Chantilly Academy

January 8, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

February 1, 2025 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

February 4, 2025 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Falls Church Academy

January 9, 2025 6 to 9 p.m.

January 30, 2025 4:30 to 6 p.m.

February 20, 2025 6 to 8 p.m.

https://sites.google.com/view/wshsoriginalcreations/home

February 19, 2025

INTERESTED? ACTION NEEDED:

**If you know which Academy you interested in, please also complete this form. The form is only available to students using their fcpsschools.net account.

Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026

Mark your calendars with the following dates to assist with choosing courses for next school year.

Curriculum Night | January 9, 2025 | 6:30-8:00 pm in the Cafeteria for students and families
Future Spartan Orientation | January 13, 2025 | Rising 9th graders will visit West Springfield HS
Academic Days of Emphasis | January 16-22, 2025 | Student in Grades 9, 10, and 11, will meet with their current teachers to discuss their feedback.
Pre-Advising Learning Seminar | Pre-Advising Lesson shared with Grades 9, 10, and 11 during LS to go over Academic Advising Process.
Curriculum Fair | Opportunity for students to visit different classes and get information on specific classes in which they may be interested.
Academic Advising Rising Juniors | February 3-7, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Seniors | February 10-14, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Academic Advising Rising Sophomores | February 17-24, 2025 | Students meet one on one with their counselor.
Last Day to Make Class Schedule Requests for the 2025-2026 School Year | March 31, 2025

STUDENT CORNER WSHS Low Incidence Small Business

Students in our CAT B program will be selling custom crayon names this year! These make great stocking stuffers and add a great personal touch to your holiday presents. We appreciate any support! We will be selling these all year. If you want it by Winter Break, place the order by 12/13/24.

🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS

When: 3:10pm- specific dates below

Where: Room 2228

Cost: $25

2024-25 Dates: 1st Semester shown below

January 9

Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test

This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).

If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.

The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:

Charged, school-issued laptop/Chromebook
Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form- http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.

A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).

NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!

These 90-minute classes are offered on Zoom and help to prepare students for the permit test. Sign up on aceclasses.fcps.edu. Dates for 1st Semester are 9/25, 10/21, 11/18, 12/4, 1/8.

Send any questions to Casey Grubbs ([email protected])

ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY 📅SAVE THE DATE: 2025 All Night Grad Party

The 2025 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on Monday June 9th at 11:00 pm through Tuesday June 10th at 5:00 am at The St. James Performance Club in Springfield, VA.

Details and ticket sales coming soon.

🎓Graduation Yard Signs

Yard Signs are on sale again this year for the ANGP!

Order the signs directly through the Fast Signs website

Signs can be personalized and all proceeds will benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2025!!

PERFORMING ARTS 🎻Winter Orchestra Concert

Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

7 p.m. WSHS Auditorium

SPORTS Spirit Wear and Tickets

If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!

The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.

To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.

PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.

Spartan Sports Calendar Week of December 16-21 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media: