Correction: WSHS Spartan Weekly News - June 12, 2024

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UPCOMING EVENTS August

Thursday, 8/15: Spartan Open House

Monday, 8/19: First Day of 2024-2025 School Year

 

HELPFUL LINKS

Intention Form (SY 2024-2025)

Spartan Sports Camps

IN THIS ISSUE

News and Notes

Report Cards*

Cappies

Alumni Hall

Summer Office Hours/Events

 

Student Services Information

Moving this Summer? Fill out an intention form

Rising Senior Vaccination

 

Seniors/Graduation

Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

 

Student Corner

Senior Portrait Session- CLASS OF 2025

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)-October 9

 

Sports and Activities

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

 

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

 

FCPS Information

In Case You Missed It

 

News for the Community

FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations

 

Summer Assistance

Community Liaisons

Family Resource Center

Family Information Phone Lines

NEWS AND NOTES Report Cards

Report Cards will be available to view through ParentVue starting June 19th.  If you need a physical copy please contact [email protected].

8 Cappies for West Springfield High School!

And the Cappie goes to……

  • Orchestra
  • Hair and Makeup - Brianna Turner, Anabelle Volpe, Alina Yang, and the Sweeney Hair and Makeup Team
  • Special Effects and Technology – Peyton Morales, Christopher Seeger
  • Lighting-Zachary Kearny, Rakeb Yihunie and the Sweeny Lighting Team
  • Ensemble in a Musical – Small Ensemble
  • Leading Actor in a Male Role in a Musical – Christopher Seeger
  • Song – The Ballad of Sweeney Todd (Act 1)
  • Musical – West Springfield High School-Sweeney Todd
Alumni Hall

Alumni Hall, previously named Collaboration 3, was recently updated and will be a place to recognize Distinguished Alumni and Distinguished Faculty and Staff.   You will notice a Wall Mural and Touch Screen TV has been installed outside the room and inside we will hang plaques that will forever recognize alumni and staff at West Springfield High School.

A link for the Spartan Alumni  display with Alumni Awards, History and Yearbooks/Media can be found here:  https://spartanalumni.touchpros.com/Home2

Summer Office Hours/Events

Our Main Office will be open daily, 9a - 1p, by appointment only. Call our main office phone, (703) 913-3800, and leave a voicemail to request an appointment

We are hosting FCPS Credit Recovery at WSHS this summer.  Summer classes will be held in our classrooms from June 24th thru July 26th.  

Additionally, our parking lot will be repainted on July 1st and 2nd.

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION Moving this Summer? Fill out an intention form

If you plan on moving or relocating during the Summer, we ask that you pleased complete our Intention Form.  Completed Forms can be submitted to [email protected] or a physical copy can dropped off at Student Services.

💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit FCPS’ Immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  

Parents/caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Students in the 12th grade must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.

All immunizations can be submitted as a PDF to: [email protected]

We can also take physical copies, physical copies should be dropped off at Student Services.

 

For any questions, please email [email protected]

SENIORS/GRADUATION 📸Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

Memories Videography order form available here:  Memories Videography Website 

STUDENT CORNER 📸SENIOR PORTRAITS-CLASS OF 2025

Session A: Thursday, June 20 and Friday, June 21, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose are traditional Tuxedos and Drapes; provided by us!

You can also choose to bring your own formal attire from home. Approved formal wear includes: coat and tie, all black clothing, or black and white clothing. In addition to the free yearbook session, we also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits.


Please follow the link  to choose your session type and appointment time.


As a friendly reminder, appointments are needed for Senior Portraits.
If you have any questions, please email our Senior Portraits Team: [email protected]

Please kindly include your Senior’s First and Last Name and “West Springfield Class of 2025” when emailing, for faster assistance.


Thank you!
Your Senior Portraits Team
vosphoto.com-(703) 532 - 0013

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)

Digital SAT Replaces Paper in 2024-25

This October, the SAT School Day will be administered in a digital format nationwide. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than paper/pencil tests. See information about accommodations for students with disabilities.

SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT

SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 9, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th-grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th-grade students.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports

Because the College Board operates these exams, students receive testing accommodations or support only sometimes. If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade or have a multilingual student entering 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and/or EL support request process and return forms to the high school by Monday, August 5.

Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  

  •  HERE :Limited Time – Spend $85 & Save 20% Code: SCORE20
FCPS INFORMATION

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

  • FAFSA
  • Summer Resources
  • Mental Wellness

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

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community FREE School Physicals and Immunizations

INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).

Saturday Dates and Locations:

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas

July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon

August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church

Appointments Required!

(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)

Call 703-698-2550

 

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


Need Help this Summer? Contact our Family Resource Center and Community Liaisons

Community Liaisons | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

Family Resource Center | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

Family Information Phone Lines | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

 

 

6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

Correction: WSHS Spartan Weekly News - June 12, 2024

GovDelivery1 month 2 weeks ago

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

 

To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.

Para leer este boletín en otros idiomas, visite nuestro sitio web.

UPCOMING EVENTS August

Thursday, 8/15: Spartan Open House

Monday, 8/19: First Day of 2024-2025 School Year

 

HELPFUL LINKS

Intention Form (SY 2024-2025)

Spartan Sports Camps

IN THIS ISSUE

News and Notes

Report Cards*

Cappies

Alumni Hall

Summer Office Hours/Events

 

Student Services Information

Moving this Summer? Fill out an intention form*

Rising Senior Vaccination*

 

Seniors/Graduation

Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

 

Student Corner

Senior Portrait Session- CLASS OF 2025

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)-October 9

 

Sports and Activities

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

 

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

 

FCPS Information

In Case You Missed It

 

News for the Community

FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations

 

Summer Assistance

Community Liaisons

Family Resource Center

Family Information Phone Lines

NEWS AND NOTES Report Cards

Report Cards will be available to view through ParentVue starting June 18th.  If you need a physical copy please contact [email protected].

8 Cappies for West Springfield High School!

And the Cappie goes to……

  • Orchestra
  • Hair and Makeup - Brianna Turner, Anabelle Volpe, Alina Yang, and the Sweeney Hair and Makeup Team
  • Special Effects and Technology – Peyton Morales, Christopher Seeger
  • Lighting-Zachary Kearny, Rakeb Yihunie and the Sweeny Lighting Team
  • Ensemble in a Musical – Small Ensemble
  • Leading Actor in a Male Role in a Musical – Christopher Seeger
  • Song – The Ballad of Sweeney Todd (Act 1)
  • Musical – West Springfield High School-Sweeney Todd
Alumni Hall

Alumni Hall, previously named Collaboration 3, was recently updated and will be a place to recognize Distinguished Alumni and Distinguished Faculty and Staff.   You will notice a Wall Mural and Touch Screen TV has been installed outside the room and inside we will hang plaques that will forever recognize alumni and staff at West Springfield High School.

A link for the Spartan Alumni  display with Alumni Awards, History and Yearbooks/Media can be found here:  https://spartanalumni.touchpros.com/Home2

Summer Office Hours/Events

Our Main Office will be open daily, 9a - 1p, by appointment only. Call our main office phone, (703) 913-3800, and leave a voicemail to request an appointment

We are hosting FCPS Credit Recovery at WSHS this summer.  Summer classes will be held in our classrooms from June 24th thru July 26th.  

Additionally, our parking lot will be repainted on July 1st and 2nd.

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION Moving this Summer? Fill out an intention form

If you plan on moving or relocating during the Summer, we ask that you pleased complete our Intention Form.  Completed Forms can be submitted to [email protected] or a physical copy can dropped off at Student Services.

💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit FCPS’ Immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  

Parents/caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Students in the 12th grade must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.

All immunizations can be submitted as a PDF to: [email protected]

We can also take physical copies, physical copies should be dropped off at Student Services.

 

For any questions, please email [email protected]

SENIORS/GRADUATION 📸Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

Memories Videography order form available here:  Memories Videography Website 

STUDENT CORNER 📸SENIOR PORTRAITS-CLASS OF 2025

Session A: Thursday, June 20 and Friday, June 21, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose are traditional Tuxedos and Drapes; provided by us!

You can also choose to bring your own formal attire from home. Approved formal wear includes: coat and tie, all black clothing, or black and white clothing. In addition to the free yearbook session, we also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits.


Please follow the link  to choose your session type and appointment time.


As a friendly reminder, appointments are needed for Senior Portraits.
If you have any questions, please email our Senior Portraits Team: [email protected]

Please kindly include your Senior’s First and Last Name and “West Springfield Class of 2025” when emailing, for faster assistance.


Thank you!
Your Senior Portraits Team
vosphoto.com-(703) 532 - 0013

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)

Digital SAT Replaces Paper in 2024-25

This October, the SAT School Day will be administered in a digital format nationwide. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than paper/pencil tests. See information about accommodations for students with disabilities.

SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT

SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 9, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th-grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th-grade students.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports

Because the College Board operates these exams, students receive testing accommodations or support only sometimes. If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade or have a multilingual student entering 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and/or EL support request process and return forms to the high school by Monday, August 5.

Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  

  •  HERE :Limited Time – Spend $85 & Save 20% Code: SCORE20
FCPS INFORMATION

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

  • FAFSA
  • Summer Resources
  • Mental Wellness

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

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community FREE School Physicals and Immunizations

INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).

Saturday Dates and Locations:

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas

July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon

August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church

Appointments Required!

(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)

Call 703-698-2550

 

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


Need Help this Summer? Contact our Family Resource Center and Community Liaisons

Community Liaisons | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

Family Resource Center | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

Family Information Phone Lines | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

 

 

6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

Correction: WSHS Spartan Weekly News - June 12, 2024

GovDelivery1 month 2 weeks ago

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

 

To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.

Para leer este boletín en otros idiomas, visite nuestro sitio web.

UPCOMING EVENTS August

Thursday, 8/15: Spartan Open House

Monday, 8/19: First Day of 2024-2025 School Year

 

HELPFUL LINKS

Intention Form (SY 2024-2025)

Spartan Sports Camps

IN THIS ISSUE

News and Notes

Report Cards*

Cappies

Alumni Hall

Summer Office Hours/Events

 

Student Services Information

Rising Senior Vaccination

 

Seniors/Graduation

Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

 

Student Corner

Senior Portrait Session- CLASS OF 2025

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)-October 9

 

Sports and Activities

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

 

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

 

FCPS Information

In Case You Missed It

 

News for the Community

FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations

 

Summer Assistance

Community Liaisons

Family Resource Center

Family Information Phone Lines

NEWS AND NOTES Report Cards

Report Cards will be available to view through ParentVue starting June 18th.  If you need a physical copy please contact [email protected].

8 Cappies for West Springfield High School!

And the Cappie goes to……

  • Orchestra
  • Hair and Makeup - Brianna Turner, Anabelle Volpe, Alina Yang, and the Sweeney Hair and Makeup Team
  • Special Effects and Technology – Peyton Morales, Christopher Seeger
  • Lighting-Zachary Kearny, Rakeb Yihunie and the Sweeny Lighting Team
  • Ensemble in a Musical – Small Ensemble
  • Leading Actor in a Male Role in a Musical – Christopher Seeger
  • Song – The Ballad of Sweeney Todd (Act 1)
  • Musical – West Springfield High School-Sweeney Todd
Alumni Hall

Alumni Hall, previously named Collaboration 3, was recently updated and will be a place to recognize Distinguished Alumni and Distinguished Faculty and Staff.   You will notice a Wall Mural and Touch Screen TV has been installed outside the room and inside we will hang plaques that will forever recognize alumni and staff at West Springfield High School.

A link for the Spartan Alumni  display with Alumni Awards, History and Yearbooks/Media can be found here:  https://spartanalumni.touchpros.com/Home2

Summer Office Hours/Events

Our Main Office will be open daily, 9a - 1p, by appointment only. Call our main office phone, (703) 913-3800, and leave a voicemail to request an appointment

We are hosting FCPS Credit Recovery at WSHS this summer.  Summer classes will be held in our classrooms from June 24th thru July 26th.  

Additionally, our parking lot will be repainted on July 1st and 2nd.

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION 💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit FCPS’ Immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  

Parents/caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Students in the 12th grade must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.

Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

 

For any questions, please email [email protected]

SENIORS/GRADUATION 📸Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

Memories Videography order form available here:  Memories Videography Website 

STUDENT CORNER 📸SENIOR PORTRAITS-CLASS OF 2025

Session A: Thursday, June 20 and Friday, June 21, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose are traditional Tuxedos and Drapes; provided by us!

You can also choose to bring your own formal attire from home. Approved formal wear includes: coat and tie, all black clothing, or black and white clothing. In addition to the free yearbook session, we also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits.


Please follow the link  to choose your session type and appointment time.


As a friendly reminder, appointments are needed for Senior Portraits.
If you have any questions, please email our Senior Portraits Team: [email protected]

Please kindly include your Senior’s First and Last Name and “West Springfield Class of 2025” when emailing, for faster assistance.


Thank you!
Your Senior Portraits Team
vosphoto.com-(703) 532 - 0013

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)

Digital SAT Replaces Paper in 2024-25

This October, the SAT School Day will be administered in a digital format nationwide. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than paper/pencil tests. See information about accommodations for students with disabilities.

SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT

SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 9, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th-grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th-grade students.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports

Because the College Board operates these exams, students receive testing accommodations or support only sometimes. If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade or have a multilingual student entering 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and/or EL support request process and return forms to the high school by Monday, August 5.

Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  

  •  HERE :Limited Time – Spend $85 & Save 20% Code: SCORE20
FCPS INFORMATION

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

  • FAFSA
  • Summer Resources
  • Mental Wellness

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

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community FREE School Physicals and Immunizations

INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).

Saturday Dates and Locations:

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas

July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon

August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church

Appointments Required!

(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)

Call 703-698-2550

 

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


Need Help this Summer? Contact our Family Resource Center and Community Liaisons

Community Liaisons | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

Family Resource Center | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

Family Information Phone Lines | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

 

 

6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

WSHS Spartan Weekly News - June 12, 2024

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UPCOMING EVENTS August

Thursday, 8/15: Spartan Open House

Monday, 8/19: First Day of 2024-2025 School Year

 

HELPFUL LINKS

Intention Form (SY 2024-2025)

Spartan Sports Camps

IN THIS ISSUE

News and Notes

Cappies

Alumni Hall

Summer Office Hours/Events

 

Student Services Information

Rising Senior Vaccination

 

Seniors/Graduation

Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

 

Student Corner

Senior Portrait Session- CLASS OF 2025

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)-October 9

 

Sports and Activities

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

 

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

 

FCPS Information

In Case You Missed It

 

News for the Community

FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations

 

Summer Assistance

Community Liaisons

Family Resource Center

Family Information Phone Lines

NEWS AND NOTES 8 Cappies for West Springfield High School!

And the Cappie goes to……

  • Orchestra
  • Hair and Makeup - Brianna Turner, Anabelle Volpe, Alina Yang, and the Sweeney Hair and Makeup Team
  • Special Effects and Technology – Peyton Morales, Christopher Seeger
  • Lighting-Zachary Kearny, Rakeb Yihunie and the Sweeny Lighting Team
  • Ensemble in a Musical – Small Ensemble
  • Leading Actor in a Male Role in a Musical – Christopher Seeger
  • Song – The Ballad of Sweeney Todd (Act 1)
  • Musical – West Springfield High School-Sweeney Todd
Alumni Hall

Alumni Hall, previously named Collaboration 3, was recently updated and will be a place to recognize Distinguished Alumni and Distinguished Faculty and Staff.   You will notice a Wall Mural and Touch Screen TV has been installed outside the room and inside we will hang plaques that will forever recognize alumni and staff at West Springfield High School.

A link for the Spartan Alumni  display with Alumni Awards, History and Yearbooks/Media can be found here:  https://spartanalumni.touchpros.com/Home2

Summer Office Hours/Events

Our Main Office will be open daily, 9a - 1p, by appointment only. Call our main office phone, (703) 913-3800, and leave a voicemail to request an appointment

We are hosting FCPS Credit Recovery at WSHS this summer.  Summer classes will be held in our classrooms from June 24th thru July 26th.  

Additionally, our parking lot will be repainted on July 1st and 2nd.

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION 💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit FCPS’ Immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  

Parents/caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Students in the 12th grade must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.

Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

 

For any questions, please email [email protected]

SENIORS/GRADUATION 📸Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

Memories Videography order form available here:  Memories Videography Website 

STUDENT CORNER 📸SENIOR PORTRAITS-CLASS OF 2025

Session A: Thursday, June 20 and Friday, June 21, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose are traditional Tuxedos and Drapes; provided by us!

You can also choose to bring your own formal attire from home. Approved formal wear includes: coat and tie, all black clothing, or black and white clothing. In addition to the free yearbook session, we also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits.


Please follow the link  to choose your session type and appointment time.


As a friendly reminder, appointments are needed for Senior Portraits.
If you have any questions, please email our Senior Portraits Team: [email protected]

Please kindly include your Senior’s First and Last Name and “West Springfield Class of 2025” when emailing, for faster assistance.


Thank you!
Your Senior Portraits Team
vosphoto.com-(703) 532 - 0013

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)

Digital SAT Replaces Paper in 2024-25

This October, the SAT School Day will be administered in a digital format nationwide. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than paper/pencil tests. See information about accommodations for students with disabilities.

SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT

SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 9, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th-grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th-grade students.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports

Because the College Board operates these exams, students receive testing accommodations or support only sometimes. If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade or have a multilingual student entering 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and/or EL support request process and return forms to the high school by Monday, August 5.

Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  

  •  HERE :Limited Time – Spend $85 & Save 20% Code: SCORE20
FCPS INFORMATION

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

  • FAFSA
  • Summer Resources
  • Mental Wellness

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

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community FREE School Physicals and Immunizations

INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).

Saturday Dates and Locations:

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas

July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon

August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church

Appointments Required!

(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)

Call 703-698-2550

 

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


Need Help this Summer? Contact our Family Resource Center and Community Liaisons

Community Liaisons | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

Family Resource Center | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

Family Information Phone Lines | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu)

 

 

6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

WSHS Spartan Weekly News - June 7, 2024

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UPCOMING EVENTS

 

JUNE

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Monday, 6/10: Early Release @ 11:15

Tuesday, 6/11: Early Release @ 11:15/ Fall Sports-Meet the Coach Night @ 6:30 p.m. 

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School/Early Release @ 10:10

HELPFUL LINKS

End of the Year Schedule 

Graduation Page

Intention Form (SY 2024-2025)

Spartan Sports Camps

IN THIS ISSUE

News and Notes

Last Days of School Schedule- WSHS

End-of-Year-Reminders

 

Student Services Information

Rising Senior Vaccination

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Seniors

Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

ANGP 2024

 

Student Corner

Senior Portrait Session- CLASS OF 2025

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)-October 9

Coursera Career Academy Program

 

Sports and Activities

Fall Sports-Meet the Coach Night

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

 

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

 

FCPS Information

In Case You Missed It

 

News for the Community

FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations

 

NEWS AND NOTES LAST DAYS OF SCHOOL-WSHS

The Last Day of School is Wednesday, June 12.  It is an early release (see schedule below).

End-of-Year Reminders for Families

The end of the school year is one week from today! Please see some important reminders below:

  1. Remind your child to return all school library books and FCPS laptops. 
  2. Check your child’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any balances. 
  3. Pick up any medications your child has been taking at school. A parent/guardian must pick them up in person.
  4. Bookmark the 2024-25 school year calendar to be ready for next year. 
STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION 💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit FCPS’ Immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  

Parents/caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Students in the 12th grade must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.

Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

 

For any questions, please email [email protected]

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS 📸Graduation Day Photos/Video Order

Memories Videography order form available here:  Memories Videography Website 

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

We are a WEEK away from GRADUATION!!!  And that means only 8 days away from the All Night Grad Party!! 

 

TICKETS: You can still purchase tickets!

Remember there are 4 parts:

1) Register here

2) Purchase ticket here 

3) Parent Contract (must be signed and returned via email or to the school) here 

4) St James waiver 

 

Is my registration complete?

We are sending emails to collect missing information and keeping the list updated on our site. Please check the list to confirm your registration is complete.

 

VOLUNTEERS: THANK YOU to all those who have already volunteered! YOU are amazing! This event truly takes a village and we recognize that it is a busy time for everyone with family in town and a graduation!

 

We are *almost* all ready to have an amazing weekend but we are missing something - WE NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS!!!  We need security volunteers - this just means that you will most likely be stationed at a door to make sure no one comes in or out!  

 

Please CLICK HERE to be directed to our signup genius to find a slot to fill.

 

If you can even help us with one time slot (or two!!) that would be AMAZING!  The St. James REQUIRES us to have volunteers to man the building for safety reasons and we need more.

 

This is the LAST NIGHT for these kids to be together and just ... be kids.  Before they go off into the world.  Before college or work or the military takes over their lives and forces them into the adult world.  We want this for them.  We want them to remember this night and hope you can also join us.

 

What are ANGP activities?

We are excited to host our graduates!  They are in for a treat next Saturday night!  We will have the pool open, the ice rink available, and there is a climbing wall.  The courts will be open with volleyball, basketball, and pickleball!  And the field house will have our DJ, a gigantic inflatable obstacle course, and a few other inflatables for the kids to enjoy!  We will have caricature artists and a casino open for them to enjoy.

 

AND WE WILL HAVE FOOOOD!!! 

 

What to wear: 

Comfortable clothing and shoes - bring the basics  - sweatshirt, swimsuit - you really don’t need much.  

 

What to bring:

You’ll need your student ID (preferably) or your driver’s license. Digital photos or paper copies will not be accepted. Swimsuit. Keys and medication (if needed) - that’s it!

 

What not to bring:

  • Food or drinks - we will have plenty for you! Don’t bring your water bottles either!
  • Any contraband items such as alcohol, tobacco, vape, drugs, cigarettes etc. They will be confiscated, and your parents will be contacted to pick you up from the venue.
  • Bottes of anything - so no perfume, cologne, hairspray, nail polish, deodorant or make-up. We can’t guarantee returning your items to you - think TSA!

 

Medications: Contact [email protected] to pre-arrange any over the counter or prescription meds you plan to bring for that night.

 

Check-in Thursday, June 8th at 11:00.  You must be in line no later than 11:45 to gain entry unless prior arrangements have been made.  If your student has not checked in by 11:45pm, expect a call from us to notify you they have not shown up. 

 

Parking: Parking will be available in the general parking lot. It is a first come first get area so encourage them to drive together or even drop them off. 

 

Wristbands: Once you’ve checked in, you’ll get a wristband.  

 

Bag check: All bags including purses and drawstring bags are subject to search upon entry and will be kept, along with car keys, in the baggage room. You won’t be able to (nor will you want to) carry your bags around throughout the night.  

 

Check-out: Friday, June 9th at 05:00 am. 

 

Late arrivals/early dismissal: Your parents/guardians need to contact [email protected] asap if you plan to arrive later or leave early. Early departures MUST be prearranged. We require visual confirmation (ie FaceTime, parent pickup) before dismissal. Safety first.

 

Pool: The St James will provide towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and body lotion at the pool lockers. We’ll have deodorant and feminine hygiene supplies in the bathrooms and a ziplock bag for your wet swimsuit.

 

PLAN TO STAY ALL NIGHT and HAVE FUN 

 

Website: WSHS ANGP Booster Organization

Follow us on Facebook WSHS Class of 2024 and  Insta WSHS ANGP 2024

  Seasonal Roots Fundraiser

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

STUDENT CORNER 📸SENIOR PORTRAITS-CLASS OF 2025

Session A: Thursday, June 20 and Friday, June 21, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose are traditional Tuxedos and Drapes; provided by us!

You can also choose to bring your own formal attire from home. Approved formal wear includes: coat and tie, all black clothing, or black and white clothing. In addition to the free yearbook session, we also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits.


Please follow the link  to choose your session type and appointment time.


As a friendly reminder, appointments are needed for Senior Portraits.
If you have any questions, please email our Senior Portraits Team: [email protected]

Please kindly include your Senior’s First and Last Name and “West Springfield Class of 2025” when emailing, for faster assistance.


Thank you!
Your Senior Portraits Team
vosphoto.com-(703) 532 - 0013

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)

Digital SAT Replaces Paper in 2024-25

This October, the SAT School Day will be administered in a digital format nationwide. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than paper/pencil tests. See information about accommodations for students with disabilities.

SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT

SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 9, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th-grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th-grade students.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports

Because the College Board operates these exams, students receive testing accommodations or support only sometimes. If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade or have a multilingual student entering 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and/or EL support request process and return forms to the high school by Monday, August 5.

Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS

Coursera Career Academy Program

Explore exciting career paths and gain access to over 30 professional certifications from industry leaders (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM), all at NO COST.

Browse the FCPS Student Academy Catalog here

Join in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete the student interest form

2. Get parent/guardian permission to access Coursera

3. Create Coursera account and get started

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Fall Sports- Meet the Coach Night

If you have a student interested in trying out for a Fall Sport at West Springfield, please plan to attend the Meet the Coach night on Tuesday, June 11th at 6:30 PM.  Please report directly to the breakout rooms listed below!

 

Breakout Rooms:

Cheer: Cafeteria

Cross Country: Spartan Hall

Football: Auditorium

Field Hockey: Room 2224

Golf: Room 2223

Girls Volleyball: Room 2225

Boys Volleyball: Room 2407

Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of June 1-8 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  

  •  HERE : 20% Off Summer Blowout Sale. No min. Ends 6/9. Code: SAVE20
FCPS INFORMATION Caribbean American Heritage Month

During June, FCPS celebrates the rich diversity of immigrants of Caribbean heritage and honors the many contributions they have made to our nation. More than 8.5 million individuals in the United States were born in the Caribbean or are of Caribbean ancestry. Learn more about Caribbean American Heritage Month.

Pride Month

In the month of June, we recognize the resilience and determination of the many individuals fighting to live freely and authentically. This Pride Month, we affirm our obligation to uphold the dignity of all people. Each individual in our school community should feel valued for who they are. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

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

  • FAFSA
  • Summer Resources
  • Mental Wellness

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

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community FREE School Physicals and Immunizations

INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).

Saturday Dates and Locations:

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas

July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon

August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church

Appointments Required!

(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)

Call 703-698-2550

 

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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 

 

 

6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

*Correction:* WSHS Spartan Weekly News - May 31, 2024

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UPCOMING EVENTS

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS 

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena (No School)

Friday, 6/7: Early Release @ 11:15*

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Monday, 6/10: Early Release @ 11:15*

Tuesday, 6/11: Early Release @ 11:15*

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School (Early Release)

HELPFUL LINKS

End of the Year Schedule 

Graduation Page

Intention Form (SY 2024-2025)

Spartan Sports Camps

IN THIS ISSUE

News and Notes

Senior Portrait Session- CLASS OF 2025

Medication Pick Up at WSHS Clinic

 

Student Services Information

Graduation Approved Regalia

Graduation Bag Policy

 Rising Senior Vaccination

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Seniors

Senior Awards Ceremony

Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Senior Dues

ANGP 2024- NEW INFO!

 

 

Student Corner

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)-October 9

Coursera Career Academy Program

 

Sports and Activities

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Physical Night

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

 

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

 

FCPS Information

School Board Adopts 2025 Budget

Online Campus Summer Registration

 

News for the Community

FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations

Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications

NEWS AND NOTES 📸SENIOR PORTRAITS-CLASS OF 2025

Session A: Thursday, June 20 and Friday, June 21, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose are traditional Tuxedos and Drapes; provided by us!

You can also choose to bring your own formal attire from home. Approved formal wear includes: coat and tie, all black clothing, or black and white clothing. In addition to the free yearbook session, we also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits.


Please follow the link  to choose your session type and appointment time.


As a friendly reminder, appointments are needed for Senior Portraits.
If you have any questions, please email our Senior Portraits Team: [email protected]

Please kindly include your Senior’s First and Last Name and “West Springfield Class of 2025” when emailing, for faster assistance.


Thank you!
Your Senior Portraits Team
vosphoto.com-(703) 532 - 0013

MEDICATION PICK UP AT WSHS CLINIC

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school (June 12)

Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room.

If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION 🎓Graduation Approved Regalia

Security will be screening for approved regalia upon entry to commencement. Any non-approved items will be stored and can be picked up at West Springfield High School the next day.

School-provided and nationally recognized honor society cords and stoles are appropriate. Eagle Scout and Girl Scout Gold Awards are nationally recognized awards. All non-approved items should be stored at home or in a vehicle.

👜Graduation Bag Policy

We are excited for you to join us at our ceremony at EagleBank Arena on June 6th at 9:30 AM.  In addition to traditionally prohibited items (weapons, noise makers, balls, etc.), we wanted to make you aware of their bag policy.

EagleBank Arena is encouraging guests to not bring a bag, in order to help enhance the contactless experience. If you require a bag for your personal belongings, EagleBank Arena has adopted a clear bag policy and must adhere to the following:

Clear Bag:

  • Bag must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with no obscured inside pockets
  • Bag must not exceed 12”x12”x6”
  • Bag may be 1-gallon plastic zip lock style bag

Clutch Style Bag or Purse:

  • Non-clear clutch style bag or purse must not exceed 5”x7”

Small Medical and/or Parenting Bags

  • Will be permitted on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to increased security screening.

We look forward to seeing you at our ceremony on June 6th at 9:30AM. Do not hesitate to reach out to John Basta should you have any questions.

 

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page: 

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf

For any questions, please email [email protected]

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS Senior Awards Ceremony

The Senior Awards Ceremony, on Monday June 3rd at 9am in Spartan Hall, is by invitation. The ceremony will honor those students who are the recipients of a West Springfield memorial, alumni, or community award. We will also recognize our graduates who have signed a contract to enlist in the military, earned an ROTC scholarship or accepted an appointment to a U.S. Service Academy. All students / parents meeting the above criteria will receive an email invite to the ceremony.

NOTE: honor graduates will be recognized during commencement; any student winning a Department Award for academic merit will be presented at an alternate venue.

🤾🏽‍♀️Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Monday, June 3rd

WSHS Auditorium

6:00 p.m. Refreshments

6:30 p.m. Ceremony Begins

💵Senior Dues

You must pay your dues in order to walk at graduation! Senior dues are $100 and can be paid in MySchoolBucks. You’ll log in, go to the school store and find “WSHS Class of 2024 Senior Fee”, add it to your cart, and pay. Please reach out to Ms. Salvato, [email protected] , if you have any questions!

 

**No Checks after May 15th**

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

We are a WEEK away from GRADUATION!!!  And that means only 8 days away from the All Night Grad Party!! 

 

TICKETS: You can still purchase tickets!

Remember there are 4 parts:

1) Register here

2) Purchase ticket here 

3) Parent Contract (must be signed and returned via email or to the school) here 

4) St James waiver 

 

Is my registration complete?

We are sending emails to collect missing information and keeping the list updated on our site. Please check the list to confirm your registration is complete.

 

VOLUNTEERS: THANK YOU to all those who have already volunteered! YOU are amazing! This event truly takes a village and we recognize that it is a busy time for everyone with family in town and a graduation!

 

We are *almost* all ready to have an amazing weekend but we are missing something - WE NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS!!!  We need security volunteers - this just means that you will most likely be stationed at a door to make sure no one comes in or out!  

 

Please CLICK HERE to be directed to our signup genius to find a slot to fill.

 

If you can even help us with one time slot (or two!!) that would be AMAZING!  The St. James REQUIRES us to have volunteers to man the building for safety reasons and we need more.

 

This is the LAST NIGHT for these kids to be together and just ... be kids.  Before they go off into the world.  Before college or work or the military takes over their lives and forces them into the adult world.  We want this for them.  We want them to remember this night and hope you can also join us.

 

What are ANGP activities?

We are excited to host our graduates!  They are in for a treat next Saturday night!  We will have the pool open, the ice rink available, and there is a climbing wall.  The courts will be open with volleyball, basketball, and pickleball!  And the field house will have our DJ, a gigantic inflatable obstacle course, and a few other inflatables for the kids to enjoy!  We will have caricature artists and a casino open for them to enjoy.

 

AND WE WILL HAVE FOOOOD!!! 

 

What to wear: 

Comfortable clothing and shoes - bring the basics  - sweatshirt, swimsuit - you really don’t need much.  

 

What to bring:

You’ll need your student ID (preferably) or your driver’s license. Digital photos or paper copies will not be accepted. Swimsuit. Keys and medication (if needed) - that’s it!

 

What not to bring:

  • Food or drinks - we will have plenty for you! Don’t bring your water bottles either!
  • Any contraband items such as alcohol, tobacco, vape, drugs, cigarettes etc. They will be confiscated, and your parents will be contacted to pick you up from the venue.
  • Bottes of anything - so no perfume, cologne, hairspray, nail polish, deodorant or make-up. We can’t guarantee returning your items to you - think TSA!

 

Medications: Contact [email protected] to pre-arrange any over the counter or prescription meds you plan to bring for that night.

 

Check-in Thursday, June 8th at 11:00.  You must be in line no later than 11:45 to gain entry unless prior arrangements have been made.  If your student has not checked in by 11:45pm, expect a call from us to notify you they have not shown up. 

 

Parking: Parking will be available in the general parking lot. It is a first come first get area so encourage them to drive together or even drop them off. 

 

Wristbands: Once you’ve checked in, you’ll get a wristband.  

 

Bag check: All bags including purses and drawstring bags are subject to search upon entry and will be kept, along with car keys, in the baggage room. You won’t be able to (nor will you want to) carry your bags around throughout the night.  

 

Check-out: Friday, June 9th at 05:00 am. 

 

Late arrivals/early dismissal: Your parents/guardians need to contact [email protected] asap if you plan to arrive later or leave early. Early departures MUST be prearranged. We require visual confirmation (ie FaceTime, parent pickup) before dismissal. Safety first.

 

Pool: The St James will provide towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and body lotion at the pool lockers. We’ll have deodorant and feminine hygiene supplies in the bathrooms and a ziplock bag for your wet swimsuit.

 

PLAN TO STAY ALL NIGHT and HAVE FUN 

 

Website: WSHS ANGP Booster Organization

Follow us on Facebook WSHS Class of 2024 and  Insta WSHS ANGP 2024

  Seasonal Roots Fundraiser

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

STUDENT CORNER PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)

Digital SAT Replaces Paper in 2024-25

This October, the SAT School Day will be administered in a digital format nationwide. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than paper/pencil tests. See information about accommodations for students with disabilities.

SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT

SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 9, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th-grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th-grade students.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports

Because the College Board operates these exams, students receive testing accommodations or support only sometimes. If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade or have a multilingual student entering 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and/or EL support request process and return forms to the high school by Monday, August 5.

Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS

Coursera Career Academy Program

Explore exciting career paths and gain access to over 30 professional certifications from industry leaders (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM), all at NO COST.

Browse the FCPS Student Academy Catalog here

Join in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete the student interest form

2. Get parent/guardian permission to access Coursera

3. Create Coursera account and get started

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of June 1-8 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION

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

  • School Board Adopts 2025 Budget
  • Online Campus Summer Registration

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

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community FREE School Physicals and Immunizations

INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).

Saturday Dates and Locations:

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas

July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon

August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church

Appointments Required!

(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)

Call 703-698-2550

 

🎓 Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) has released their annual list of colleges and universities that are still accepting applications from prospective freshmen or transfer students for fall 2024. Users may narrow down the list of schools by state and view whether a school still has financial aid, as well as unfilled housing. 

NACAC provides an enrollment deposit fee waiver request form that is considered by some institutions for students experiencing significant financial hardship. Students and families may contact their school counselor or college and career specialist with any questions.

Students who still need assistance completing the FAFSA or VASA financial aid forms can schedule a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax. Email [email protected]. All FAFSA or VASA help that your school or College Access Fairfax provides is free.

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS 

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena (No School)

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School (Early Release)

HELPFUL LINKS

End of the Year Schedule 

Graduation Page

Intention Form (SY 2024-2025)

Spartan Sports Camps

IN THIS ISSUE

News and Notes

Senior Portrait Session- CLASS OF 2025

Medication Pick Up at WSHS Clinic

 

Student Services Information

Graduation Approved Regalia

Graduation Bag Policy

 Rising Senior Vaccination

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Seniors

Senior Awards Ceremony

Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Senior Dues

ANGP 2024- NEW INFO!

 

 

Student Corner

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)-October 9

Coursera Career Academy Program

 

Sports and Activities

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Physical Night

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

 

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

 

FCPS Information

School Board Adopts 2025 Budget

Online Campus Summer Registration

 

News for the Community

FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations

Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications

NEWS AND NOTES 📸SENIOR PORTRAITS-CLASS OF 2025

Session A: Thursday, June 20 and Friday, June 21, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose are traditional Tuxedos and Drapes; provided by us!

You can also choose to bring your own formal attire from home. Approved formal wear includes: coat and tie, all black clothing, or black and white clothing. In addition to the free yearbook session, we also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits.


Please follow the link  to choose your session type and appointment time.


As a friendly reminder, appointments are needed for Senior Portraits.
If you have any questions, please email our Senior Portraits Team: [email protected]

Please kindly include your Senior’s First and Last Name and “West Springfield Class of 2025” when emailing, for faster assistance.


Thank you!
Your Senior Portraits Team
vosphoto.com-(703) 532 - 0013

MEDICATION PICK UP AT WSHS CLINIC

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school (June 12)

Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room.

If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION 🎓Graduation Approved Regalia

Security will be screening for approved regalia upon entry to commencement. Any non-approved items will be stored and can be picked up at West Springfield High School the next day.

School-provided and nationally recognized honor society cords and stoles are appropriate. Eagle Scout and Girl Scout Gold Awards are nationally recognized awards. All non-approved items should be stored at home or in a vehicle.

👜Graduation Bag Policy

We are excited for you to join us at our ceremony at EagleBank Arena on June 6th at 9:30 AM.  In addition to traditionally prohibited items (weapons, noise makers, balls, etc.), we wanted to make you aware of their bag policy.

EagleBank Arena is encouraging guests to not bring a bag, in order to help enhance the contactless experience. If you require a bag for your personal belongings, EagleBank Arena has adopted a clear bag policy and must adhere to the following:

Clear Bag:

  • Bag must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with no obscured inside pockets
  • Bag must not exceed 12”x12”x6”
  • Bag may be 1-gallon plastic zip lock style bag

Clutch Style Bag or Purse:

  • Non-clear clutch style bag or purse must not exceed 5”x7”

Small Medical and/or Parenting Bags

  • Will be permitted on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to increased security screening.

We look forward to seeing you at our ceremony on June 6th at 9:30AM. Do not hesitate to reach out to John Basta should you have any questions.

 

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page: 

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf

For any questions, please email [email protected]

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS Senior Awards Ceremony

The Senior Awards Ceremony, on Monday June 3rd at 9am in Spartan Hall, is by invitation. The ceremony will honor those students who are the recipients of a West Springfield memorial, alumni, or community award. We will also recognize our graduates who have signed a contract to enlist in the military, earned an ROTC scholarship or accepted an appointment to a U.S. Service Academy. All students / parents meeting the above criteria will receive an email invite to the ceremony.

NOTE: honor graduates will be recognized during commencement; any student winning a Department Award for academic merit will be presented at an alternate venue.

🤾🏽‍♀️Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Monday, June 3rd

WSHS Auditorium

6:00 p.m. Refreshments

6:30 p.m. Ceremony Begins

💵Senior Dues

You must pay your dues in order to walk at graduation! Senior dues are $100 and can be paid in MySchoolBucks. You’ll log in, go to the school store and find “WSHS Class of 2024 Senior Fee”, add it to your cart, and pay. Please reach out to Ms. Salvato, [email protected] , if you have any questions!

 

**No Checks after May 15th**

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

We are a WEEK away from GRADUATION!!!  And that means only 8 days away from the All Night Grad Party!! 

 

TICKETS: You can still purchase tickets!

Remember there are 4 parts:

1) Register here

2) Purchase ticket here 

3) Parent Contract (must be signed and returned via email or to the school) here 

4) St James waiver 

 

Is my registration complete?

We are sending emails to collect missing information and keeping the list updated on our site. Please check the list to confirm your registration is complete.

 

VOLUNTEERS: THANK YOU to all those who have already volunteered! YOU are amazing! This event truly takes a village and we recognize that it is a busy time for everyone with family in town and a graduation!

 

We are *almost* all ready to have an amazing weekend but we are missing something - WE NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS!!!  We need security volunteers - this just means that you will most likely be stationed at a door to make sure no one comes in or out!  

 

Please CLICK HERE to be directed to our signup genius to find a slot to fill.

 

If you can even help us with one time slot (or two!!) that would be AMAZING!  The St. James REQUIRES us to have volunteers to man the building for safety reasons and we need more.

 

This is the LAST NIGHT for these kids to be together and just ... be kids.  Before they go off into the world.  Before college or work or the military takes over their lives and forces them into the adult world.  We want this for them.  We want them to remember this night and hope you can also join us.

 

What are ANGP activities?

We are excited to host our graduates!  They are in for a treat next Saturday night!  We will have the pool open, the ice rink available, and there is a climbing wall.  The courts will be open with volleyball, basketball, and pickleball!  And the field house will have our DJ, a gigantic inflatable obstacle course, and a few other inflatables for the kids to enjoy!  We will have caricature artists and a casino open for them to enjoy.

 

AND WE WILL HAVE FOOOOD!!! 

 

What to wear: 

Comfortable clothing and shoes - bring the basics  - sweatshirt, swimsuit - you really don’t need much.  

 

What to bring:

You’ll need your student ID (preferably) or your driver’s license. Digital photos or paper copies will not be accepted. Swimsuit. Keys and medication (if needed) - that’s it!

 

What not to bring:

  • Food or drinks - we will have plenty for you! Don’t bring your water bottles either!
  • Any contraband items such as alcohol, tobacco, vape, drugs, cigarettes etc. They will be confiscated, and your parents will be contacted to pick you up from the venue.
  • Bottes of anything - so no perfume, cologne, hairspray, nail polish, deodorant or make-up. We can’t guarantee returning your items to you - think TSA!

 

Medications: Contact [email protected] to pre-arrange any over the counter or prescription meds you plan to bring for that night.

 

Check-in Thursday, June 8th at 11:00.  You must be in line no later than 11:45 to gain entry unless prior arrangements have been made.  If your student has not checked in by 11:45pm, expect a call from us to notify you they have not shown up. 

 

Parking: Parking will be available in the general parking lot. It is a first come first get area so encourage them to drive together or even drop them off. 

 

Wristbands: Once you’ve checked in, you’ll get a wristband.  

 

Bag check: All bags including purses and drawstring bags are subject to search upon entry and will be kept, along with car keys, in the baggage room. You won’t be able to (nor will you want to) carry your bags around throughout the night.  

 

Check-out: Friday, June 9th at 05:00 am. 

 

Late arrivals/early dismissal: Your parents/guardians need to contact [email protected] asap if you plan to arrive later or leave early. Early departures MUST be prearranged. We require visual confirmation (ie FaceTime, parent pickup) before dismissal. Safety first.

 

Pool: The St James will provide towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and body lotion at the pool lockers. We’ll have deodorant and feminine hygiene supplies in the bathrooms and a ziplock bag for your wet swimsuit.

 

PLAN TO STAY ALL NIGHT and HAVE FUN 

 

Website: WSHS ANGP Booster Organization

Follow us on Facebook WSHS Class of 2024 and  Insta WSHS ANGP 2024

  Seasonal Roots Fundraiser

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

STUDENT CORNER PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)

Digital SAT Replaces Paper in 2024-25

This October, the SAT School Day will be administered in a digital format nationwide. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than paper/pencil tests. See information about accommodations for students with disabilities.

SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT

SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 9, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th-grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th-grade students.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports

Because the College Board operates these exams, students receive testing accommodations or support only sometimes. If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade or have a multilingual student entering 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and/or EL support request process and return forms to the high school by Monday, August 5.

Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS

Coursera Career Academy Program

Explore exciting career paths and gain access to over 30 professional certifications from industry leaders (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM), all at NO COST.

Browse the FCPS Student Academy Catalog here

Join in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete the student interest form

2. Get parent/guardian permission to access Coursera

3. Create Coursera account and get started

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of June 1-8 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION

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

  • School Board Adopts 2025 Budget
  • Online Campus Summer Registration

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

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community FREE School Physicals and Immunizations

INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).

Saturday Dates and Locations:

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas

July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon

August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church

Appointments Required!

(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)

Call 703-698-2550

 

🎓 Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) has released their annual list of colleges and universities that are still accepting applications from prospective freshmen or transfer students for fall 2024. Users may narrow down the list of schools by state and view whether a school still has financial aid, as well as unfilled housing. 

NACAC provides an enrollment deposit fee waiver request form that is considered by some institutions for students experiencing significant financial hardship. Students and families may contact their school counselor or college and career specialist with any questions.

Students who still need assistance completing the FAFSA or VASA financial aid forms can schedule a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax. Email [email protected]. All FAFSA or VASA help that your school or College Access Fairfax provides is free.

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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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Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

WSHS Spartan Weekly News - May 24, 2024

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UPCOMING EVENTS

 

MAY

Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day (No School)

Friday, 5/31: Student vs. Staff Volleyball Game, 7 p.m., Main Gym

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS 

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena (No School)

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School (Early Release)

🗓️ Calendar Reminder: Memorial Day  

 

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day. See the complete school year calendar.

Throughout the year, FCPS has the opportunity to honor our military families through meaningful observances and holidays. 

Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, is a solemn day with the distinct purpose to honor brave service members who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the nation’s military. This day brings us together as we honor those who gave their lives in defense of our nation’s freedom. It is a time to express gratitude for the bravery, dedication, and patriotism of our fallen heroes. As we honor the fallen, the day also serves as a reminder of the ongoing commitment to support all our military families. 

Let us pause to remember and honor these service members for their ultimate sacrifice, ensuring their legacy is never forgotten.  

To connect with FCPS resources, please email [email protected].

HELPFUL LINKS

End of the Year Schedule 

Graduation Page

Intention Form (SY 2024-2025)

Spartan Sports Camps

IN THIS ISSUE

News and Notes

Medication Pick Up at WSHS Clinic

 

Student Services Information

Graduation Approved Regalia

Graduation Bag Policy

 Rising Senior Vaccination

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Seniors

Senior Awards Ceremony

Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Senior Dues

ANGP 2024

 

Student Corner

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)-October 9

Coursera Career Academy Program

 

Sports and Activities

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Physical Night

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

 

PTSA

Stock the Breakroom Success

 

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

 

FCPS Information

Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE

Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance

FCPS Summer Extravaganza

Early Online College

 

News for the Community

FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations

Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications

NEWS AND NOTES MEDICATION PICK UP AT WSHS CLINIC

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school (June 12)

Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room.

If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION 🎓Graduation Approved Regalia

Security will be screening for approved regalia upon entry to commencement. Any non-approved items will be stored and can be picked up at West Springfield High School the next day.

School-provided and nationally recognized honor society cords and stoles are appropriate. Eagle Scout and Girl Scout Gold Awards are nationally recognized awards. All non-approved items should be stored at home or in a vehicle.

👜Graduation Bag Policy

We are excited for you to join us at our ceremony at EagleBank Arena on June 6th at 9:30 AM.  In addition to traditionally prohibited items (weapons, noise makers, balls, etc.), we wanted to make you aware of their bag policy.

EagleBank Arena is encouraging guests to not bring a bag, in order to help enhance the contactless experience. If you require a bag for your personal belongings, EagleBank Arena has adopted a clear bag policy and must adhere to the following:

Clear Bag:

  • Bag must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with no obscured inside pockets
  • Bag must not exceed 12”x12”x6”
  • Bag may be 1-gallon plastic zip lock style bag

Clutch Style Bag or Purse:

  • Non-clear clutch style bag or purse must not exceed 5”x7”

Small Medical and/or Parenting Bags

  • Will be permitted on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to increased security screening.

We look forward to seeing you at our ceremony on June 6th at 9:30AM. Do not hesitate to reach out to John Basta should you have any questions.

 

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page: 

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf

For any questions, please email [email protected]

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS Senior Awards Ceremony

The Senior Awards Ceremony, on Monday June 3rd at 9am in Spartan Hall, is by invitation. The ceremony will honor those students who are the recipients of a West Springfield memorial, alumni, or community award. We will also recognize our graduates who have signed a contract to enlist in the military, earned an ROTC scholarship or accepted an appointment to a U.S. Service Academy. All students / parents meeting the above criteria will receive an email invite to the ceremony.

NOTE: honor graduates will be recognized during commencement; any student winning a Department Award for academic merit will be presented at an alternate venue.

🤾🏽‍♀️Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Monday, June 3rd

WSHS Auditorium

6:00 p.m. Refreshments

6:30 p.m. Ceremony Begins

💵Senior Dues

You must pay your dues in order to walk at graduation! Senior dues are $100 and can be paid in MySchoolBucks. You’ll log in, go to the school store and find “WSHS Class of 2024 Senior Fee”, add it to your cart, and pay. Please reach out to Ms. Salvato, [email protected] , if you have any questions!

 

**No Checks after May 15th**

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

 

WSHS All Night Grad Party Class of 2024 (WSHS ANGP 2024)

General information at https://linktr.ee/WSHSANGP

·  Purchase tickets at https://wshs-angp.square.site/registration 

·  Contact [email protected] with any questions.

·  Follow us on Instagram @wshsangp2024.

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We have numerous ways you can help! We need LOTS of volunteers the night of the event. We especially need a Casino Lead Volunteer. Training is provided by the vendor. We welcome parents of juniors to volunteer, so you know what to expect next year when it's your turn:). Thank you in advance! Sign up to volunteer at the event HERE Sign up to donate items on our Amazon Wish List

 

YARD SIGN SALES HAVE CLOSED OUT FOR THE YEAR - Thank you for your support!

  Seasonal Roots Fundraiser

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

STUDENT CORNER PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11) and SAT Day (Grade 12)

FCPS will administer the PSAT/NMSQT (grades 10-11) and SAT School Day (grade 12) on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

For more information and to request accommodations, please go to the FCPS website linked below:

PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11)

SAT DAY (Grade 12)

Coursera Career Academy Program

Explore exciting career paths and gain access to over 30 professional certifications from industry leaders (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM), all at NO COST.

Browse the FCPS Student Academy Catalog here

Join in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete the student interest form

2. Get parent/guardian permission to access Coursera

3. Create Coursera account and get started

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of May 27-31 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

PTSA

Stock the Breakroom was a success!  Thank you to all the parents who came through to stock 11 breakrooms with drinks and snacks!

Additional thank yous:  Thank you to Rice & Spice Thai Cuisine, owned by a WSHS alum parent, who delivered 275 delicious meals to teachers at a discount that made it affordable for our PTSA!

We also want to publicly thank Ms. Vaughn for her critical assistance in making both the lunch and stock the breakroom efforts possible.   Thank you to our Teacher Appreciation Chair Elizabeth Diaz; the volunteers who helped with sorting and delivery (Angela Chambliss, Lauren Gagne, Cathy Wray, Tricia Crane) and Maggie Ewell for helping to secure 4 coffee machines to replace broken ones in breakrooms. 

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
    • Limited Time Only! Spend $75 & Save 20% Code: TRAVEL20

 (Exclusions apply to the brands: The North Face, Acrux, Carhartt, and       TravisMathew).

  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION

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

  • Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE
  • Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance
  • FCPS Summer Extravaganza
  • Early Online College

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

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community FREE School Physicals and Immunizations

INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).

Saturday Dates and Locations:

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas

July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon

August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church

Appointments Required!

(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)

Call 703-698-2550

 

🎓 Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) has released their annual list of colleges and universities that are still accepting applications from prospective freshmen or transfer students for fall 2024. Users may narrow down the list of schools by state and view whether a school still has financial aid, as well as unfilled housing. 

NACAC provides an enrollment deposit fee waiver request form that is considered by some institutions for students experiencing significant financial hardship. Students and families may contact their school counselor or college and career specialist with any questions.

Students who still need assistance completing the FAFSA or VASA financial aid forms can schedule a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax. Email [email protected]. All FAFSA or VASA help that your school or College Access Fairfax provides is free.

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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 

 

 

6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

SENIOR SPIRIT WEEK: MAY 20-24

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SENIOR SPIRIT WEEK: MAY 20-24

Monday, May 20:  You're a Survivor-Wear beach/Hawaiian themed attire, like the show Survivor! (Must follow FCPS dress code)

Tuesday, May 21: Terrible Tuesday-Dress like you did in elementary school

Wednesday, May 22: Senior Citizens-Dress in elderly attire

Thursday, May 23: Oh the Places You'll Go-Rep your post secondary plans

Friday, May 24: Senior Shirts- Wear your class of 2024 senior shirts

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WSHS Spartan Weekly News - May 17, 2024

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UPCOMING EVENTS

 

MAY

Wednesday, 5/22: Class schedule order change (8-4-6-2), WSHS only

Thursday, 5/23: Class schedule order change (7-3-5-1), WSHS only

Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day (No School)

Friday, 5/31: Student vs. Staff Volleyball Game, 7 p.m., Main Gym

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS 

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena (No School)

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School (Early Release)

IN THIS ISSUE

News and Notes

End of the Year Schedule 

 

Student Services Information

Graduation Bag Policy

Graduation Page

WSHS Student Services Junior Night-Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m. (Virtual)

Next School Year Intention Form

Rising Senior Vaccination

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Seniors

Senior Awards Ceremony

Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Senior Dues

ANGP 2024

 

Student Corner

Coursera Career Academy Program

 

Sports and Activities

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Physical Night

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

 

PTSA

PTSA Nominations for Officer Positions

 

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

 

FCPS Information

Superintendent Reid's Community Conversation: Last one May 28

Back to School Immunization Clinics

New to FCPS?  Online Registration Now Available

Parent Information Lines

 

News for the Community

FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations

Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications

NEWS AND NOTES End of Year Schedule

Our end-of-the-year schedule with AP, SOL, and Final Exam Information has been published (see below).  SOLS will run through May 30.  AP testing occurs through May 24th, and underclass exams and all the important graduation dates are in the calendar below.  You can also view the entire schedule on our website.

 

** Attendance on Testing Days** 

Teachers are required to take attendance all day, for ALL students, even on testing days.  This means that students are not automatically released for the day after AP exams or SOL testing.

Parents, we appreciate your help; students, we appreciate your compliance as we work together to end the school year successfully! Visit out website for further inquiries about attendance resources.

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION Graduation Bag Policy

We are excited for you to join us at our ceremony at EagleBank Arena on June 6th at 9:30 AM.  In addition to traditionally prohibited items (weapons, noise makers, balls, etc.), we wanted to make you aware of their bag policy.

EagleBank Arena is encouraging guests to not bring a bag, in order to help enhance the contactless experience. If you require a bag for your personal belongings, EagleBank Arena has adopted a clear bag policy and must adhere to the following:

Clear Bag:

  • Bag must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with no obscured inside pockets
  • Bag must not exceed 12”x12”x6”
  • Bag may be 1-gallon plastic zip lock style bag

Clutch Style Bag or Purse:

  • Non-clear clutch style bag or purse must not exceed 5”x7”

Small Medical and/or Parenting Bags

  • Will be permitted on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to increased security screening.

We look forward to seeing you at our ceremony on June 6th at 9:30AM. Do not hesitate to reach out to John Basta should you have any questions.

 

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

WSHS Student Services Junior Night (Virtual)

 Join us for an insightful and informative virtual evening dedicated to exploring “Life Beyond High School.”  Topics will include:

  • Discovering opportunities awaiting your child beyond the classroom as they begin to chart their path.
  • Learning how Student Services works with your student to explore their pathway
  • Researching college admissions, financial aid, and scholarships.
  • Helping your student navigate this this transition.

Our expert panel will provide guidance, answer your questions, and equip you with the knowledge and resources necessary to support your student’s journey as they move into the future.

Date: Wednesday, May 22nd     

Time: 6:00-8:00pm

Place: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/98285371842?pwd=eEc1UHdYbTFQcFFGc2xlSGNkcnEvUT09

 

We are excited to help prepare your student for the exciting road ahead.  We look forward to you joining us.


Warm Regards,


WSHS Student Services.

Next School Year (2024-2025) Intention Form

If you will not be attending West Springfield next school year, please complete our intention form and email to [email protected]

💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page: 

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf

For any questions, please email [email protected]

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS Senior Awards Ceremony

The Senior Awards Ceremony, on Monday June 3rd at 9am in Spartan Hall, is by invitation. The ceremony will honor those students who are the recipients of a West Springfield memorial, alumni, or community award. We will also recognize our graduates who have signed a contract to enlist in the military, earned an ROTC scholarship or accepted an appointment to a U.S. Service Academy. All students / parents meeting the above criteria will receive an email invite to the ceremony.

NOTE: honor graduates will be recognized during commencement; any student winning a Department Award for academic merit will be presented at an alternate venue.

🤾🏽‍♀️Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Monday, June 3rd

WSHS Auditorium

6:00 p.m. Refreshments

6:30 p.m. Ceremony Begins

💵Senior Dues

Seniors! You MUST pay senior dues in order to get your cap and gown. Dues can be paid in MySchoolBucks!  Please contact Ms. Briana Salvato [email protected] if you have any questions

 

**No Checks after May 15th**

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

General information at https://linktr.ee/WSHSANGP

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 We have numerous ways you can help! We need LOTS of volunteers the night of the event. We welcome parents of juniors to volunteer, so you know what to expect next year when it's your turn:). Thank you in advance! Sign up to volunteer at the event HERE

Sign up to donate items on our Amazon Wish List

 

YARD SIGNS FOR SALE

Have you purchased your Class of 2024 Yard Sign yet? Options to personalize! Show your Spartan spirit all year long with a Spartan Class of 2024 or Home of a Spartan yard sign. Yard signs aren’t just for seniors! All proceeds benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2024!

Order yours at https://wshs-angp.square.site/signs

 

SEASONAL ROOTS FUNDRAISER

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

 

STUDENT CORNER Coursera Career Academy Program

Explore exciting career paths and gain access to over 30 professional certifications from industry leaders (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM), all at NO COST.

Browse the FCPS Student Academy Catalog here

Join in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete the student interest form

2. Get parent/guardian permission to access Coursera

3. Create Coursera account and get started

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of May 20-25 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

PTSA PTSA  Nominations for Officer Positions

The PTSA is seeking nominations for:

1) President

2) 1st vice president

3) 2nd vice president

4) Treasurer

5) Secretary

 A list of the duties and the persons currently serving in these roles can be found here: https://wshsptsa.net/about/committee/

 It is our hope that the WSHSPTSA continues to grow. So please consider serving in one of the Officer positions. You may send an e-mail to [email protected] with the following information:

1) Name;

2) Contact info (email and/or phone number);

3) Officer Position for nomination; and

4) Any relevant information on why you are seeking this position.

 Nominations close at 11:59pm on May 21, 2024.

The Nominating Committee will present its recommended slate of candidates and officers will be elected at the PTSA membership meeting on June 4, 2024. Nominations from the floor will be permitted.

Should you have any questions please don’t hesitate to send them to the Nominating Committee at [email protected].

We will be discussing the process at the next PTSA meeting, which is next Tuesday, May 14 at 7:30pmRegister here for that meeting.

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
    • 20% Off on Orders $100+ While Supplies Last. Code: ENJOY20

 (Exclusions apply to the brands: The North Face, Acrux, Carhartt, and       TravisMathew).

  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION Superintendent Reid's Community Conversations

 

Dear WSHS Families,

Dr. Michelle Reid has been hosting Community Conversations and Employee Conversations  throughout the division since the fall of this school year. She is committed to getting to know our school communities. 

The dates for the final two Community Conversations are below. These events provide a great opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect with Dr. Reid, share concerns and ideas. She is there to listen and answer your questions. Your voice is important.

We invite you to register for one of the last community conversations of the school year. Please register for a time and place that is convenient for you. Pre-registration is not required, but does help us plan

 

May 28, 2024 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

at Katherine Johnson Middle School,

Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030  -

REGISTER  HERE

 

Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

For more information please visit our website.

We look forward to seeing you at one of the last Superintendent Community Conversation of the year.

 

Resources for Families New to FCPS

Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:

There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible!

 

Register Your Children Online

Online registration is available for new and re-enrolling FCPS families. Apply today to help schools plan for the 2024-25 school year.

Note: Registration is not required for currently enrolled FCPS students. 

📞 Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community FREE School Physicals and Immunizations

INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).

Saturday Dates and Locations:

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas

July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon

August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church

Appointments Required!

(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)

Call 703-698-2550

 

🎓 Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) has released their annual list of colleges and universities that are still accepting applications from prospective freshmen or transfer students for fall 2024. Users may narrow down the list of schools by state and view whether a school still has financial aid, as well as unfilled housing. 

NACAC provides an enrollment deposit fee waiver request form that is considered by some institutions for students experiencing significant financial hardship. Students and families may contact their school counselor or college and career specialist with any questions.

Students who still need assistance completing the FAFSA or VASA financial aid forms can schedule a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax. Email [email protected]. All FAFSA or VASA help that your school or College Access Fairfax provides is free.

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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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WSHS Spartan Weekly News - May 10, 2024

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NEWS AND NOTES UPCOMING EVENTS

 

MAY

Wednesday, 5/22: Class schedule order change (8-4-6-2), WSHS only

Thursday, 5/23: Class schedule order change (7-3-5-1), WSHS only

Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day (No School)

Friday, 5/31: Student vs. Staff Volleyball Game, 7 p.m., Main Gym

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS 

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena (No School)

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School (Early Release)

In this Issue

News and Notes

End of the Year Schedule

Rising Senior Parking Passes-Due June 1

WSHS Food Pantry Donations

AP Exam Volunteers 

Student Services Information

WSHS Student Services Junior Night-Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m. (Virtual)

Next School Year Intention Form

Rising Senior Vaccination

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

Seniors

Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Senior Dues

FAFSA Help

Graduation Information

ANGP 2024

Student Corner

CAT B Small Business

Coursera Career Academy Program

Learner's Permit Test at WSHS-LAST CHANCE 5/15

Sports and Activities

Spartan Sports Camps

Sports Physical Night

Sports Tryout Dates

Sports Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar

PTSA

PTSA Nominations for Officer Positions

Help Stock the Breakrooms

Athletic Boosters

Spirit Wear

FCPS Information

Back to School Immunization Clinics

New to FCPS?  Online Registration Now Available

Community Conversations

Parent Information Lines

News for the Community

Military Families Virtual Listening Session

End of Year Schedule

Our end-of-the-year schedule with AP, SOL, and Final Exam Information has been published (see below).  SOLS will run through May 30.  AP testing occurs through May 24th, and underclass exams and all the important graduation dates are in the calendar below.  You can also view the entire schedule on our website.

 

** Attendance on Testing Days** 

Teachers are required to take attendance all day, for ALL students, even on testing days.  This means that students are not automatically released for the day after AP exams or SOL testing.

Parents, we appreciate your help; students, we appreciate your compliance as we work together to end the school year successfully! Visit out website for further inquiries about attendance resources.

🚘Rising Seniors Parking Passes 2024-25

Parking applications for the Senior class of 2025 are now available in the main office.  Please follow the instructions on the application, complete it, and turn it back into the main office by June 1, 2024.

WSHS Food Pantry Donations

The West Springfield High School Food Pantry is running a little low on the following items:

  • Rice
  • Pasta and Pasta sauce
  • Granola bars
  • Fruit cups
  • Cracker snacks
  • Peanut Butter
  • Jelly
  • Cereal

 

If you are able to donate, you can drop off the items right inside the main office double doors – there is a bin labeled Food Pantry.

Thank you in advance for helping our students!

🙋🏽‍♀️AP Exam Volunteers Still Needed!

AP Exam Volunteer Update: Good afternoon WSHS parents and guardians! We are still searching for a few more volunteers to help facilitate AP exams, and could especially use help on the following dates/times: 

  • 5/13 from 11:30AM - 3:30PM - AP Precalculus
  • 5/14 from 7:30AM - 12:00PM - AP English Language

May 13th is our biggest exam day, with almost 550 students testing, so we would love to have as many volunteers as possible! 

Again, we are looking for volunteers to help students find their assigned seats, distribute materials, and monitor students during the test. No prior experience is necessary, and detailed instructions will be provided ahead of time.

Please use this link to sign up. We sincerely appreciate your time, and thank you to those of you who have already signed up!

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION WSHS Student Services Junior Night (Virtual)

 Join us for an insightful and informative virtual evening dedicated to exploring “Life Beyond High School.”  Topics will include:

  • Discovering opportunities awaiting your child beyond the classroom as they begin to chart their path.
  • Learning how Student Services works with your student to explore their pathway
  • Researching college admissions, financial aid, and scholarships.
  • Helping your student navigate this this transition.

Our expert panel will provide guidance, answer your questions, and equip you with the knowledge and resources necessary to support your student’s journey as they move into the future.

Date: Wednesday, May 22nd     

Time: 6:00-8:00pm

Place: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/98285371842?pwd=eEc1UHdYbTFQcFFGc2xlSGNkcnEvUT09

 

We are excited to help prepare your student for the exciting road ahead.  We look forward to you joining us.


Warm Regards,


WSHS Student Services.

Next School Year (2024-2025) Intention Form

If you will not be attending West Springfield next school year, please complete our intention form and email to [email protected]

💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page: 

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf

For any questions, please email [email protected]

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS 🤾🏽‍♀️Senior Sports Awards Ceremony

Monday, June 3rd

WSHS Auditorium

6:00 p.m. Refreshments

6:30 p.m. Ceremony Begins

💵Senior Dues

Seniors! You MUST pay senior dues in order to get your cap and gown. Dues can be paid in MySchoolBucks!  Please contact Ms. Briana Salvato [email protected] if you have any questions

 

**No Checks after May 15th**

FAFSA HELP

Nationwide, as many as 30% fewer graduating seniors have completed and submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), according to recent news reports. Many schools rely upon the FAFSA form to grant students financial aid award letters.

Families who have questions or persistent technical issues filling out the FAFSA might consider scheduling a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax; email [email protected]. All FAFSA help provided by your school or College Access Fairfax is free.

🎓 Graduation is Near!

Graduation for the WSHS Class of 2024 will be on Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at EagleBank Arena on the George Mason University Campus.

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

General information at https://linktr.ee/WSHSANGP

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 We have numerous ways you can help! We need LOTS of volunteers the night of the event. We welcome parents of juniors to volunteer, so you know what to expect next year when it's your turn:). Thank you in advance! Sign up to volunteer at the event HERE

Sign up to donate items on our Amazon Wish List

 

YARD SIGNS FOR SALE

Have you purchased your Class of 2024 Yard Sign yet? Options to personalize! Show your Spartan spirit all year long with a Spartan Class of 2024 or Home of a Spartan yard sign. Yard signs aren’t just for seniors! All proceeds benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2024!

Order yours at https://wshs-angp.square.site/signs

 

SEASONAL ROOTS FUNDRAISER

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

 

STUDENT CORNER CAT B Small Business

Special for Teacher Appreciation Week: $5.00 lanyards one week only!

Original Creations Website: https://sites.google.com/view/wshsoriginalcreations/home

DID YOU KNOW…

our Cat B students started a small business in WAT this year?!

 Original Creations is a small business that offers meaningful work experiences to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at West Springfield High School. It provides opportunities for them to develop a wide range of functional skills that are essential for independence. It celebrates their willingness to learn, as well as the hard work and love they put into each product.

Check it out and share with family/friends!

Coursera Career Academy Program

Explore exciting career paths and gain access to over 30 professional certifications from industry leaders (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM), all at NO COST.

Browse the FCPS Student Academy Catalog here

Join in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete the student interest form

2. Get parent/guardian permission to access Coursera

3. Create Coursera account and get started

🚗Take your Learner’s Permit Test at West Springfield HS

 

When: 3:10pm, specific dates below

Where: Room 2225

Cost: $20

2023-24 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

  • May 15

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 student has had two unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then they are required to test at the DMV for their 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

  1. Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date: fcps.edu
  2. Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, student must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in a 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-; student should bring with them on test day:

  • 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. Students may also show their photo from SIS.
  • Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio.

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 spring are 4/16 and 5/7.

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

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of May 13-18 Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

PTSA PTSA  nominations for officer positions

The PTSA is seeking nominations for:

1) President

2) 1st vice president

3) 2nd vice president

4) Treasurer

5) Secretary

 A list of the duties and the persons currently serving in these roles can be found here: https://wshsptsa.net/about/committee/

 It is our hope that the WSHSPTSA continues to grow. So please consider serving in one of the Officer positions. You may send an e-mail to [email protected] with the following information:

1) Name;

2) Contact info (email and/or phone number);

3) Officer Position for nomination; and

4) Any relevant information on why you are seeking this position.

 Nominations close at 11:59pm on May 21, 2024.

The Nominating Committee will present its recommended slate of candidates and officers will be elected at the PTSA membership meeting on June 4, 2024. Nominations from the floor will be permitted.

Should you have any questions please don’t hesitate to send them to the Nominating Committee at [email protected].

We will be discussing the process at the next PTSA meeting, which is next Tuesday, May 14 at 7:30pmRegister here for that meeting.

 

Help the PTSA Stock the Breakrooms

We need snack, coffee, and drink donations by May 15 AND volunteers to help sort, deliver, and distribute items to the teacher and staff breakrooms on the afternoon of May 16.

All items need to be delivered by the morning of Wednesday, May 15 (unless you're bringing them to the school at 4pm on May 16).

- Please click to view the wishlist on Amazon. If you order items from this list, they will ship directly to our Teacher Appreciation Chair Elizabeth Diaz.   

You don't have to use Amazon -- we just provide the wishlist for convenience. You can buy things elsewhere and drop them off at 4pm at the school on May 16 (Main Office entrance by Door #1)

Delivery Volunteers needed – please sign up at our Sign Up Genius page to help us distribute the donations to the various break rooms on May 16!

 

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
    • Save 20% on Orders of $75+. Expires 5/12 Code: SUNNY

 (Exclusions apply to the brands: The North Face, Acrux, Carhartt, and       TravisMathew).

  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION

 

Resources for Families New to FCPS

Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:

There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible!

 

Register Your Children Online

Online registration is available for new and re-enrolling FCPS families. Apply today to help schools plan for the 2024-25 school year.

Note: Registration is not required for currently enrolled FCPS students. 

 

 

Our Schools, Our Future: Register for Community Conversations

Join Dr. Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:

Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help us plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

📞 Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

FCPS Quick Links News for the Community Military Families Virtual Listening Session

May 15, 12-2 p.m.

Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction, Dr. Lisa Coons, is interested in hearing from military families across Virginia.

Microsoft Teams
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID:224 877 418 291
Passcode:4Acmv5


Dial-in by phone
+1 434-230-0065,,898717595# United States, Lynchburg
Find a local number
Phone conference ID:898 717 595#

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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 

 

 

6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

Corrections: WSHS Spartan Weekly News - May 2, 2024

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NEWS AND NOTES UPCOMING EVENTS

 

MAY

Monday, 5/6-Friday, 5/12: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

Wednesday, 5/22: Class schedule order change (8-4-6-2), WSHS only

Thursday, 5/23: Class schedule order change (7-3-5-1), WSHS only

Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day (No School)

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena (No School)

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School (Early Release)

End of Year Schedule

Our end-of-the-year schedule with AP, SOL, and Final Exam Information has been published (see below).  SOLS will run through May 30.  AP testing occurs through May 24th, and underclass exams and all the important graduation dates are in the calendar below.  You can also view the entire schedule on our website.

 

** Attendance on Testing Days** 

Teachers are required to take attendance all day, for ALL students, even on testing days.  This means that students are not automatically released for the day after AP exams or SOL testing.

Parents, we appreciate your help; students, we appreciate your compliance as we work together to end the school year successfully! Visit out website for further inquiries about attendance resources.

🚘Rising Seniors Parking Passes 2024-25

Parking applications for the Senior class of 2025 are now available in the main office.  Please follow the instructions on the application, complete it, and turn it back into the main office by June 1, 2024.

WSHS Food Pantry Donations

The West Springfield High School Food Pantry is running a little low on the following items:

  • Rice
  • Pasta and Pasta sauce
  • Granola bars
  • Fruit cups
  • Cracker snacks
  • Peanut Butter
  • Jelly
  • Cereal

 

If you are able to donate, you can drop off the items right inside the main office double doors – there is a bin labeled Food Pantry.

Thank you in advance for helping our students!

🙋🏽‍♀️AP Exam Volunteers Still Needed!

AP Exam Volunteer Update: Good afternoon WSHS parents and guardians! We are still searching for a few more volunteers to help facilitate AP exams, and could especially use help on the following dates/times: 

  • 5/13 from 11:30AM - 3:30PM - AP Precalculus
  • 5/14 from 7:30AM - 12:00PM - AP English Language

May 13th is our biggest exam day, with almost 550 students testing, so we would love to have as many volunteers as possible! 

Again, we are looking for volunteers to help students find their assigned seats, distribute materials, and monitor students during the test. No prior experience is necessary, and detailed instructions will be provided ahead of time.

Please use this link to sign up. We sincerely appreciate your time, and thank you to those of you who have already signed up!

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION Next School Year (2024-2025) Intention Form

If you will not be attending West Springfield next school year, please complete our intention form and email to [email protected]

💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page: 

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf

For any questions, please email [email protected]

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS 💵Senior Dues

Seniors! You MUST pay senior dues in order to get your cap and gown. Dues can be paid in MySchoolBucks!

FAFSA HELP

Nationwide, as many as 30% fewer graduating seniors have completed and submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), according to recent news reports. Many schools rely upon the FAFSA form to grant students financial aid award letters.

Families who have questions or persistent technical issues filling out the FAFSA might consider scheduling a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax; email [email protected]. All FAFSA help provided by your school or College Access Fairfax is free.

🎓 Graduation is Near!

Graduation for the WSHS Class of 2024 will be on Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at EagleBank Arena on the George Mason University Campus.

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

General information at https://linktr.ee/WSHSANGP

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 We have numerous ways you can help! We need LOTS of volunteers the night of the event. We welcome parents of juniors to volunteer, so you know what to expect next year when it's your turn:). Thank you in advance! Sign up to volunteer at the event HERE

Sign up to donate items on our Amazon Wish List

 

YARD SIGNS FOR SALE

Have you purchased your Class of 2024 Yard Sign yet? Options to personalize! Show your Spartan spirit all year long with a Spartan Class of 2024 or Home of a Spartan yard sign. Yard signs aren’t just for seniors! All proceeds benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2024!

Order yours at https://wshs-angp.square.site/signs

 

SEASONAL ROOTS FUNDRAISER

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

 

Class of 2025 ANGP- Jiffy Lube Fundraiser

Class of 2025 Parents, the Jiffy Lube concert series is right around the corner. This year, they have a great lineup. (Jiffy Lube Live - 2024 show schedule & venue information - Live Nation)

 

We need your help making our kiddos' All Night Grad Party one to remember! If you enjoy live music have we got a deal for you! Come out and volunteer to serve drinks at Jiffy Lube this summer, listen to a great show, and earn money for our party! Concerts are starting soon (May). Please check it out and share with friends, family, and neighbors. The only requirement is to complete a training and be 21 or older. 

To volunteer you must attend Customer Service “Orientation” training. You can sign up for training at https://forms.gle/QGfNBgNGvZUhYwU37

 

The dates available are: 

Tuesday 5/7 at 6 PM

Wednesday 5/8 at 6 PM

 

This is the largest fundraiser that supports our kids ANGP! Please sign up if you can and reach out with questions [email protected]

STUDENT CORNER CAT B Small Business

Special for Teacher Appreciation Week: $5.00 lanyards one week only!

Original Creations Website: https://sites.google.com/view/wshsoriginalcreations/home

DID YOU KNOW…

our Cat B students started a small business in WAT this year?!

 Original Creations is a small business that offers meaningful work experiences to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at West Springfield High School. It provides opportunities for them to develop a wide range of functional skills that are essential for independence. It celebrates their willingness to learn, as well as the hard work and love they put into each product.

Check it out and share with family/friends!

Coursera Career Academy Program

Explore exciting career paths and gain access to over 30 professional certifications from industry leaders (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM), all at NO COST.

Browse the FCPS Student Academy Catalog here

Join in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete the student interest form

2. Get parent/guardian permission to access Coursera

3. Create Coursera account and get started

🚗Take your Learner’s Permit Test at West Springfield HS

 

When: 3:10pm, specific dates below

Where: Room 2225

Cost: $20

2023-24 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

  • May 15

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 student has had two unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then they are required to test at the DMV for their 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

  1. Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date: fcps.edu
  2. Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, student must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in a 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-; student should bring with them on test day:

  • 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. Students may also show their photo from SIS.
  • Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio.

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 spring are 4/16 and 5/7.

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

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

Softball- July 15-18

 

 

For more information and registration click here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of May 6-11

 

Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
    • Save 20% on Orders of $100+. Ends 5/5. Code: PRIDE20

 (Exclusions apply to the brands: The North Face, Acrux, Carhartt, and       TravisMathew).

  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION Resources for Families New to FCPS

Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:

There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible!

 

Register Your Children Online

Online registration is available for new and re-enrolling FCPS families. Apply today to help schools plan for the 2024-25 school year.

Note: Registration is not required for currently enrolled FCPS students. 

 

💻 May Webinars and Events for Families

The Family Resource Center (FRC) offers free webinars for adults to support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Upcoming events include:

Click the linked titles above to register. Learn more about FRC webinars and events.

  Save the Date for FCPS' Summer Extravaganza

Don't miss a day of family fun and learning at FCPS' Summer Extravaganza!

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., where students will be able to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth.

Representatives from local businesses, Fairfax County Public Library, and the Fairfax County Park Authority are participating in the Summer Extravaganza. Community organizations, such as Neighborhood Community Services, will be at the event as well. All will have learning activities, tips, and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, story time, and student performances — all at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

  Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.

Jewish American Heritage Month

May is designated Jewish American Heritage Month to recognize the history of Jewish contributions to American culture and acknowledge the diverse achievements of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Our Schools, Our Future: Register for Community Conversations

Join Dr. Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:

Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help us plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

📞 Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

FCPS Quick Links WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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 

 

 

6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

WSHS Spartan Weekly News - May 2, 2024

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NEWS AND NOTES UPCOMING EVENTS

 

MAY

Monday, 5/6-Friday, 5/12: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

Wednesday, 5/22: Class schedule order change (8-4-6-2), WSHS only

Thursday, 5/23: Class schedule order change (7-3-5-1), WSHS only

Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day (No School)

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena (No School)

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School (Early Release)

End of Year Schedule

Our end-of-the-year schedule with AP, SOL, and Final Exam Information has been published (see below).  SOLS will run through May 30.  AP testing occurs through May 24th, and underclass exams and all the important graduation dates are in the calendar below.  You can also view the entire schedule on our website.

 

** Attendance on Testing Days** 

Teachers are required to take attendance all day, for ALL students, even on testing days.  This means that students are not automatically released for the day after AP exams or SOL testing.

Parents, we appreciate your help; students, we appreciate your compliance as we work together to end the school year successfully! Visit out website for further inquiries about attendance resources.

🚘Rising Seniors Parking Passes 2024-25

Parking applications for the Senior class of 2025 are now available in the main office.  Please follow the instructions on the application, complete it, and turn it back into the main office by June 1, 2024.

WSHS Food Pantry Donations

The West Springfield High School Food Pantry is running a little low on the following items:

  • Rice
  • Pasta and Pasta sauce
  • Granola bars
  • Fruit cups
  • Cracker snacks
  • Peanut Butter
  • Jelly
  • Cereal

 

If you are able to donate, you can drop off the items right inside the main office double doors – there is a bin labeled Food Pantry.

Thank you in advance for helping our students!

🙋🏽‍♀️AP Exam Volunteers Still Needed!

AP Exam Volunteer Update: Good afternoon WSHS parents and guardians! We are still searching for a few more volunteers to help facilitate AP exams, and could especially use help on the following dates/times: 

  • 5/13 from 11:30AM - 3:30PM - AP Precalculus
  • 5/14 from 7:30AM - 12:00PM - AP English Language

May 13th is our biggest exam day, with almost 550 students testing, so we would love to have as many volunteers as possible! 

Again, we are looking for volunteers to help students find their assigned seats, distribute materials, and monitor students during the test. No prior experience is necessary, and detailed instructions will be provided ahead of time.

Please use this link to sign up. We sincerely appreciate your time, and thank you to those of you who have already signed up!

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION Next School Year (2024-2025) Intention Form

If you will not be attending West Springfield next school year, please complete our intention form and email to [email protected]

💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page: 

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf

 

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS 💵Senior Dues

Seniors! You MUST pay senior dues in order to get your cap and gown. Dues can be paid in MySchoolBucks!

FAFSA HELP

Nationwide, as many as 30% fewer graduating seniors have completed and submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), according to recent news reports. Many schools rely upon the FAFSA form to grant students financial aid award letters.

Families who have questions or persistent technical issues filling out the FAFSA might consider scheduling a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax; email [email protected]. All FAFSA help provided by your school or College Access Fairfax is free.

🎓 Graduation is Near!

Graduation for the WSHS Class of 2024 will be on Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at EagleBank Arena on the George Mason University Campus.

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

General information at https://linktr.ee/WSHSANGP

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 We have numerous ways you can help! We need LOTS of volunteers the night of the event. We welcome parents of juniors to volunteer, so you know what to expect next year when it's your turn:). Thank you in advance! Sign up to volunteer at the event HERE

Sign up to donate items on our Amazon Wish List

 

YARD SIGNS FOR SALE

Have you purchased your Class of 2024 Yard Sign yet? Options to personalize! Show your Spartan spirit all year long with a Spartan Class of 2024 or Home of a Spartan yard sign. Yard signs aren’t just for seniors! All proceeds benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2024!

Order yours at https://wshs-angp.square.site/signs

 

SEASONAL ROOTS FUNDRAISER

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

 

Class of 2025 ANGP- Jiffy Lube Fundraiser

Class of 2025 Parents, the Jiffy Lube concert series is right around the corner. This year, they have a great lineup. (Jiffy Lube Live - 2024 show schedule & venue information - Live Nation)

 

We need your help making our kiddos' All Night Grad Party one to remember! If you enjoy live music have we got a deal for you! Come out and volunteer to serve drinks at Jiffy Lube this summer, listen to a great show, and earn money for our party! Concerts are starting soon (May). Please check it out and share with friends, family, and neighbors. The only requirement is to complete a training and be 21 or older. 

To volunteer you must attend Customer Service “Orientation” training. You can sign up for training at https://forms.gle/QGfNBgNGvZUhYwU37

 

The dates available are: 

Tuesday 5/7 at 6 PM

Wednesday 5/8 at 6 PM

 

This is the largest fundraiser that supports our kids ANGP! Please sign up if you can and reach out with questions [email protected]

STUDENT CORNER CAT B Small Business

Special for Teacher Appreciation Week: $5.00 lanyards one week only!

Original Creations Website: https://sites.google.com/view/wshsoriginalcreations/home

DID YOU KNOW…

our Cat B students started a small business in WAT this year?!

 Original Creations is a small business that offers meaningful work experiences to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at West Springfield High School. It provides opportunities for them to develop a wide range of functional skills that are essential for independence. It celebrates their willingness to learn, as well as the hard work and love they put into each product.

Check it out and share with family/friends!

Coursera Career Academy Program

Explore exciting career paths and gain access to over 30 professional certifications from industry leaders (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM), all at NO COST.

Browse the FCPS Student Academy Catalog here

Join in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete the student interest form

2. Get parent/guardian permission to access Coursera

3. Create Coursera account and get started

🚗Take your Learner’s Permit Test at West Springfield HS

 

When: 3:10pm, specific dates below

Where: Room 2225

Cost: $20

2023-24 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

  • May 15

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 student has had two unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then they are required to test at the DMV for their 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

  1. Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date: fcps.edu
  2. Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, student must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in a 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-; student should bring with them on test day:

  • 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. Students may also show their photo from SIS.
  • Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio.

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 spring are 4/16 and 5/7.

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

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES https://www.wshssportscamps.com/Spartan Sports Camps

(Elementary-High School Opportunities)

 

Girls Basketball-June 17-21

Volleyball-June 24-28

Baseball-June 12-21 & 24-28

Softball- June 24-28

Coed Basketball- July 8-12

 

For more information and registration click here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of May 6-11

 

Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
    • Save 20% on Orders of $100+. Ends 5/5. Code: PRIDE20

 (Exclusions apply to the brands: The North Face, Acrux, Carhartt, and       TravisMathew).

  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION Resources for Families New to FCPS

Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:

There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible!

 

Register Your Children Online

Online registration is available for new and re-enrolling FCPS families. Apply today to help schools plan for the 2024-25 school year.

Note: Registration is not required for currently enrolled FCPS students. 

 

💻 May Webinars and Events for Families

The Family Resource Center (FRC) offers free webinars for adults to support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Upcoming events include:

Click the linked titles above to register. Learn more about FRC webinars and events.

  Save the Date for FCPS' Summer Extravaganza

Don't miss a day of family fun and learning at FCPS' Summer Extravaganza!

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., where students will be able to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth.

Representatives from local businesses, Fairfax County Public Library, and the Fairfax County Park Authority are participating in the Summer Extravaganza. Community organizations, such as Neighborhood Community Services, will be at the event as well. All will have learning activities, tips, and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, story time, and student performances — all at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

  Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.

Jewish American Heritage Month

May is designated Jewish American Heritage Month to recognize the history of Jewish contributions to American culture and acknowledge the diverse achievements of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Our Schools, Our Future: Register for Community Conversations

Join Dr. Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:

Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help us plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

📞 Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

FCPS Quick Links WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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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Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

WSHS Spartan Weekly News - April 26, 2024

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NEWS AND NOTES UPCOMING EVENTS

APRIL

Thursday-Saturday, 4/25-4/27: Peter and the Starcatcher @ WSHS

 

MAY

Friday, 5/3: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

Wednesday, 5/22: Class schedule order change (8-4-6-2), WSHS only

Thursday, 5/23: Class schedule order change (7-3-5-1), WSHS only

Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day (No School)

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School/Early Release

🙋🏽‍♀️AP Exam Volunteers Still Needed!

AP Exam Volunteer Update: Good afternoon WSHS parents and guardians! We are still searching for a few more volunteers to help facilitate AP exams, and could especially use help on the following dates/times: 

  • 5/13 from 11:30AM - 3:30PM - AP Precalculus
  • 5/14 from 7:30AM - 12:00PM - AP English Language

May 13th is our biggest exam day, with almost 550 students testing, so we would love to have as many volunteers as possible! 

Again, we are looking for volunteers to help students find their assigned seats, distribute materials, and monitor students during the test. No prior experience is necessary, and detailed instructions will be provided ahead of time.

Please use this link to sign up. We sincerely appreciate your time, and thank you to those of you who have already signed up!

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION 💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page: 

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf

 

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS 💵Senior Dues

Seniors! You MUST pay senior dues in order to get your cap and gown. Dues can be paid in MySchoolBucks!

FAFSA HELP

Nationwide, as many as 30% fewer graduating seniors have completed and submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), according to recent news reports. Many schools rely upon the FAFSA form to grant students financial aid award letters.

Families who have questions or persistent technical issues filling out the FAFSA might consider scheduling a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax; email [email protected]. All FAFSA help provided by your school or College Access Fairfax is free.

🎓 Graduation is Near!

Graduation for the WSHS Class of 2024 will be on Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at EagleBank Arena on the George Mason University Campus.

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

NOVA Virtual Sessions for Seniors and Their Families 

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is offering virtual information and application sessions. Information sessions will provide an overview of NOVA and the opportunities, services, and resources designed to connect high school seniors to the NOVA Nighthawk Community.

 

Sessions are open to all FCPS seniors and their families. For questions, email [email protected] or call 703-323-3000.

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

General information at https://linktr.ee/WSHSANGP

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 We have numerous ways you can help! We need LOTS of volunteers the night of the event. We welcome parents of juniors to volunteer, so you know what to expect next year when it's your turn:). Thank you in advance! Sign up to volunteer at the event HERE

Sign up to donate items on our Amazon Wish List

 

YARD SIGNS FOR SALE

Have you purchased your Class of 2024 Yard Sign yet? Options to personalize! Show your Spartan spirit all year long with a Spartan Class of 2024 or Home of a Spartan yard sign. Yard signs aren’t just for seniors! All proceeds benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2024!

Order yours at https://wshs-angp.square.site/signs

 

SEASONAL ROOTS FUNDRAISER

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

 

Class of 2025 ANGP- Jiffy Lube Fundraiser

Class of 2025 Parents, the Jiffy Lube concert series is right around the corner. This year, they have a great lineup. (Jiffy Lube Live - 2024 show schedule & venue information - Live Nation)

 

We need your help making our kiddos' All Night Grad Party one to remember! If you enjoy live music have we got a deal for you! Come out and volunteer to serve drinks at Jiffy Lube this summer, listen to a great show, and earn money for our party! Concerts are starting soon (May). Please check it out and share with friends, family, and neighbors. The only requirement is to complete a training and be 21 or older. 

To volunteer you must attend Customer Service “Orientation” training. You can sign up for training at https://forms.gle/QGfNBgNGvZUhYwU37

 

The dates available are: 

Saturday 4/27 at 12 PM

Tuesday 5/7 at 6 PM

Wednesday 5/8 at 6 PM

 

This is the largest fundraiser that supports our kids ANGP! Please sign up if you can and reach out with questions [email protected]

STUDENT CORNER

Students enjoy petting furry four-legged friends for Wellness Day

Junior Spartan Clinic

Ever wanted to try a new sport?  Experience coaching by WSHS Athletes!

Choose between volleyball, track, field hockey, and cheer

  • May 3rd, WS Stadium Field
  • Grades K-4: 9-10:30 a.m.
  • Grades 5-7: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Cost: $10

                                  (cash or check made out to Spartan Booster club)

Register here

Email Julia Murray at [email protected] for additional questions

🚗Take your Learner’s Permit Test at West Springfield HS

 

When: 3:10pm, specific dates below

Where: Room 2225

Cost: $20

2023-24 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

  • May 15

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 student has had two unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then they are required to test at the DMV for their 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

  1. Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date: fcps.edu
  2. Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, student must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in a 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-; student should bring with them on test day:

  • 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. Students may also show their photo from SIS.
  • Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio.

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 spring are 4/16 and 5/7.

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

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES 🎭PERFORMING ARTS

Thurs, April 25 @ 7p

Fri, April 26 @ 7p 

Sat, April 27 @ 2p & 7p

Purchase tickets here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of April 29- May 4

 

Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters Athletic Boosters Club Nominations and Elections

The Spartan Athletic Boosters are accepting nominations for the Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 school year.

Elections will be held on May 1, 2024 at the Booster Club Board Meeting. 

Submission Deadline is April 28, 2024

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
    • Limited Time - Save 20% on Orders $75+ Code: SPIRIT20

 (Exclusions apply to the brands: The North Face, Acrux, Carhartt, and       TravisMathew).

  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION Our Schools, Our Future: Register for Community Conversations

Join Dr. Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:

Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help us plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

📞 Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Immigrant Family Reunification Class

A class will be held online in Spanish for immigrant families looking to reunite during challenging transitions on Saturday, April 27, 9-11:30 a.m. Register today. For more information, please contact your school’s family liaison or Sussy Tomer at [email protected].

💻 April Webinars and Events for Families

The Family Resource Center (FRC) offers free webinars for adults to support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Upcoming events include:

Click the linked titles above to register. Learn more about FRC webinars and events.

FCPS Quick Links NEWS FOR THE COMMUNITY Military Children 2024 World Expo

The Military Children’s Six Foundation is hosting a Military Children World Expo on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City.

The theme of this year’s expo is “Resilience - The Unstopppable Power.” The Military Children 2024 World Expo is open to the public and a free event. 

Leading up to this event, the Military Children’s Six Foundation continues to host multiple, 90-minute in-person pre-expo workshops in Alexandria, Virginia, with virtual attendance options as well.  Adults and students of all ages are invited to attend.  To learn more about the Expo and the workshops, please visit Military Children World Expo.

Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any enrichment opportunity they may use before participating.

To connect with FCPS resources, please email [email protected]

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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 

 

 

6100 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-913-3800
Attendance: 703-913-3838 or [email protected] | Web

WSHS Spartan Weekly News - April 19, 2024

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NEWS AND NOTES UPCOMING EVENTS

APRIL

Friday, 4/19: Prom, The River View Occoquan, 8-11 p.m. (10 p.m. last entry)

Thursday-Saturday, 4/25-4/27: Peter and the Starcatcher @ WSHS

 

MAY

Friday, 5/3: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

Wednesday, 5/22: Class schedule order change (8-4-6-2), WSHS only

Thursday, 5/23: Class schedule order change (7-3-5-1), WSHS only

Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day (No School)

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School/Early Release

 Calendar Reminders: Passover

Many Jewish communities in the United States celebrate Passover, a recognition of the deliverance of Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. Learn more about Passover in NatGeo Kids

Monday, April 22, and Tuesday, April 23, are designated evening-only observance days in recognition of the first two days of Passover. These days are full school days, but important events will not be held after school.

Theravada New Year (O Day)

In countries where Theravada Buddhism is the most dominant religion, the new year is celebrated for three days from the first full moon in April. Theravada means “the teachings of the elders.”

Wednesday, April 24, is designated as an observance day for Theravada New Year. The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances during the school year. There is school on these days, however tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days. See the complete school year calendar.

Spring Testing Changes

Spring standardized testing is just around the corner, and we wanted to make you aware of two important items:

 

  1. Upcoming Schedule Changes:
    1. On Wednesday, May 22nd, the order of class periods will change to be 8-4-6-2.
    2. On Thursday, May 23rd, the order of class periods will change to be 7-3-5-1.
    3. Both are local changes that will only apply at WSHS. Buses will run on a normal schedule, and students will report to their Academies at the same time of day, unless they are scheduled to participate in an SOL.
  2. Volunteers Needed for AP Exams:
    1. We are still in search of adult volunteers to help support AP exams from May 6th – May 17th.
    2. No experience is necessary, and instructions will be provided ahead of time.
    3. Please use this link to sign up. We sincerely appreciate your time!

 

If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to our Assessment Coach, Laura Fitzsimmons ([email protected]).

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION 💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page: 

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf

 

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS FAFSA HELP

Nationwide, as many as 30% fewer graduating seniors have completed and submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), according to recent news reports. Many schools rely upon the FAFSA form to grant students financial aid award letters.

Families who have questions or persistent technical issues filling out the FAFSA might consider scheduling a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax; email [email protected]. All FAFSA help provided by your school or College Access Fairfax is free.

🎓 Graduation is Near!

Graduation for the WSHS Class of 2024 will be on Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at EagleBank Arena on the George Mason University Campus.

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

🧹Spring Cleaning!

Parents, please encourage your students that NOW is the time to begin Spring Cleaning! Here’s a short list of ways to ensure your student closes out the year without discrepancy: 

  • Return any issued academic books
  • Return overdue library books
  • Settle any invoices for MySchoolBucks accounts 
  • Provide payment for outstanding activities or obligations

 

Note to Senior parents: all delinquencies must be settled prior to graduation. Let’s start cleaning up… now! 

NOVA Virtual Sessions for Seniors and Their Families 

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is offering virtual information and application sessions. Information sessions will provide an overview of NOVA and the opportunities, services, and resources designed to connect high school seniors to the NOVA Nighthawk Community.

 

Sessions are open to all FCPS seniors and their families. For questions, email [email protected] or call 703-323-3000.

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

General information at https://linktr.ee/WSHSANGP

Our next General Meeting will be held virtually on Thursday, April 25th at     7 pm. Watch our Facebook group for the link. 

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 We have numerous ways you can help! We need LOTS of volunteers the night of the event. We welcome parents of juniors to volunteer, so you know what to expect next year when it's your turn:). Thank you in advance! Sign up to volunteer at the event HERE

Sign up to donate items on our Amazon Wish List

 

YARD SIGNS FOR SALE

Have you purchased your Class of 2024 Yard Sign yet? Options to personalize! Show your Spartan spirit all year long with a Spartan Class of 2024 or Home of a Spartan yard sign. Yard signs aren’t just for seniors! All proceeds benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2024!

Order yours at https://wshs-angp.square.site/signs

 

SEASONAL ROOTS FUNDRAISER

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

 

Class of 2025 ANGP- Jiffy Lube Fundraiser

Class of 2025 Parents, the Jiffy Lube concert series is right around the corner. This year, they have a great lineup. (Jiffy Lube Live - 2024 show schedule & venue information - Live Nation)

 

We need your help making our kiddos' All Night Grad Party one to remember! If you enjoy live music have we got a deal for you! Come out and volunteer to serve drinks at Jiffy Lube this summer, listen to a great show, and earn money for our party! Concerts are starting soon (May). Please check it out and share with friends, family, and neighbors. The only requirement is to complete a training and be 21 or older. 

To volunteer you must attend Customer Service “Orientation” training. You can sign up for training at https://forms.gle/QGfNBgNGvZUhYwU37

 

The dates available are: 

Saturday 4/20 at 12 PM 

Saturday 4/27 at 12 PM

Tuesday 5/7 at 6 PM

Wednesday 5/8 at 6 PM

 

This is the largest fundraiser that supports our kids ANGP! Please sign up if you can and reach out with questions [email protected]

STUDENT CORNER 🚗Take your Learner’s Permit Test at West Springfield HS

 

When: 3:10pm, specific dates below

Where: Room 2225

Cost: $20

2023-24 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

  • April 25
  • May 15

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 student has had two unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then they are required to test at the DMV for their 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

  1. Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date: fcps.edu
  2. Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, student must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in a 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-; student should bring with them on test day:

  • 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. Students may also show their photo from SIS.
  • Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio.

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 spring are 4/16 and 5/7.

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

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES 🏐Boys Volleyball Interest Meeting

Rising seniors, juniors, and sophomores-Come meet the head coach and learn about the fall season!

Wednesday, April 24th @ 3:15 p.m. 

Health Room #2223

🎭PERFORMING ARTS

Thurs, April 25 @ 7p

Fri, April 26 @ 7p 

Sat, April 27 @ 2p & 7p

Purchase tickets here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of April 21-27

 

Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Athletic Boosters Athletic Boosters Club Nominations and Elections

The Spartan Athletic Boosters are accepting nominations for the Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 school year.

Elections will be held on May 1, 2024 at the Booster Club Board Meeting. 

Submission Deadline is April 28, 2024

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
    • Limited Time - Spend $75 & Save 20% Code: TEAM20

 (Exclusions apply to the brands: The North Face, Acrux, Carhartt, and       TravisMathew).

  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION 💚 No-Cost Talk Therapy for High Schoolers

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, parents/caregivers can refer their children for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Virtual mental health services are available at no cost through an FCPS partnership with therapists who are licensed and trained in teen-specific challenges. Forty percent of Hazel providers are bilingual, speaking more than 15 languages.

Students may be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. Therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect them with longer-term mental health services in the community. Learn how to opt your student(s) in to this service.

✅ School Health Services Satisfaction Survey

The Fairfax County Health Department and FCPS School Health Services invite parents/caregivers to participate in a survey on the level of satisfaction with support provided to your school community by School Health Services. The survey takes about five minutes to complete and is open until Friday, April 26. Your feedback can help to improve school health services.

Our Schools, Our Future: Register for Community Conversations

Join Dr. Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:

Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help us plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

Family Summit Designed to Enhance Safety, Security, Inclusion

The FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Marshall High School. The conference will cover topics that are helpful for all families, such as social-emotional resources. Session topics include raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; helping children manage emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. Online sessions will provide support for students with disabilities and their families. 

Visit the Family Summit webpage to learn more about the guest speakers and register to attend. The theme — Safe, Supported, and Included — aligns with Goal 2 of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan.

💻 April Webinars and Events for Families

The Family Resource Center (FRC) offers free webinars for adults to support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Upcoming events include:

Click the linked titles above to register. Learn more about FRC webinars and events.

FCPS Quick Links NEWS FOR THE COMMUNITY Academy Day - April 20, 2024

Virginia Senator Mark Warner extends a warm invitation to high school and middle school students, their parents and guardians, and school counselors to participate in Academy Day.  This event offers valuable insight into higher education and service to the nation.

Scheduled to take place at Randolph-Macon College on April 20, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Academy Day will serve as a comprehensive guide to the five distinguished United States service academies and their admission processes.  Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the pathways available to them by meeting with representatives from the Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board, various ROTC programs, and the Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership at Mary Baldwin University.  Tours of Randolph-Macon College also will be available at the end of the event.  

To register for the event, please visit Academy Day 2024. For more information on the Academy Nomination Process, please Senator Warner’s website.  

Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any enrichment opportunity they may use before participating.

To connect with FCPS resources, please email [email protected].

WSHS Social Media Find WSHS Spartans on:


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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WSHS Spartan Weekly News - April 12, 2024

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NEWS AND NOTES UPCOMING EVENTS

APRIL

Tuesday, 4/16: AP Human Geography Info Session, Virtual, 7-8 p.m.

Wednesday, 4/17: Purple Up! Day

Thursday, 4/18: AP Seminar Info Session, Virtual, 7-8 p.m. 

Friday, 4/19: Prom, The River View Occoquan, 8-11 p.m.

Thursday-Saturday, 4/25-4/27: Peter and the Starcatcher @ WSHS

 

MAY

Friday, 5/3: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day (No School)

 

JUNE

Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS

Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena

Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY

Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School/Early Release

Spring Testing Changes

Spring standardized testing is just around the corner, and we wanted to make you aware of two important items:

 

  1. Upcoming Schedule Changes:
    1. On Wednesday, May 22nd, the order of class periods will change to be 8-4-6-2.
    2. On Thursday, May 23rd, the order of class periods will change to be 7-3-5-1.
    3. Both are local changes that will only apply at WSHS. Buses will run on a normal schedule, and students will report to their Academies at the same time of day, unless they are scheduled to participate in an SOL.
  2. Volunteers Needed for AP Exams:
    1. We are still in search of adult volunteers to help support AP exams from May 6th – May 17th.
    2. No experience is necessary, and instructions will be provided ahead of time.
    3. Please use this link to sign up. We sincerely appreciate your time!

 

If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to our Assessment Coach, Laura Fitzsimmons ([email protected]).

PARKING ANNOUNCEMENT

If you are NOT parking in the school parking lot, please continue to be mindful of our neighbors in order to avoid getting ticketed or towed.  Below are the Fairfax County parking regulations that can also be find on the Fairfax County Parking Restrictions website

Thank you for your help in this matter! 

 

Parent Vue and Q3 Grades

ParentVue and StudentVue will be unavailable - Fri, March 22, 2024, @ 4 PM until Mon, Apr 15, 2024, at 6 AM.  Information on grades for the 3rd quarter will be available after 6 AM on April 15th.  If you have questions about your scholar's grades, please email the teacher. 

If you do not have access to ParentVue and would like a physical copy of your student’s report card please contact us at [email protected] to have a physical copy mailed or e-mailed. 

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION

 

AP Human Geography and AP Seminar Information Sessions

Last week we introduced a unique opportunity at West Springfield for Rising 9th and 10th graders.  As a follow up to the information below we will be holding information sessions for AP Human Geography and AP Seminar.

 

AP Human Geography:  Please join us on Tuesday April 16th from 7-8pm.  Our Department chair will discuss the course, benefits of taking the course and Social Studies Pathways only available to students at West Springfield. You can join us at this link:

https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/99659091480?pwd=T3ZMYUF2T1lKbnV2REN1bFhSWTdUdz09

 

AP Seminar: Please join us on Thursday April 18th from 7-8pm.  Our Department chair and a representative from College Board will discuss benefits of AP Seminar and English Pathways available to students at West Springfield. You can join us at this link:

https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/93875858637?pwd=OE12dXlWOU5scTFkc01HUDlUNDZqUT09

 

The last day to make a request for these classes will be Friday,

April 19th. 

 

AP Human Geography as a World History Credit

Advanced Placement (AP) Human Geography is a college-level introductory course that seeks to make students more geoliterate about the world around them. Much more than simply identifying where places are on a map, the course is organized thematically allowing for students to develop geographic problem-solving skills to be more engaged with contemporary global issues and multicultural viewpoints. Simply put, this class seeks to answer the question, “Why are things where they are?”

 

With the recent approval by FCPS to count AP Human Geography towards a student’s World History and Geography 1,  Honors, World History and Geography 2, Honors and AP World credit and not just as elective credit, this provides a great opportunity for sophomores to enroll in the class. While this is a truly exciting development it is important to note that students should expect to be challenged and should a schedule need to be changed for a student there is no readily accessible matching equivalent.  The expectations of students while in this introductory college level class are the following:

  • Reading non-textbook sources both inside and outside of class including news articles, journal articles, etc. that are of a college reading level.
  • Expectations of completing homeworking assigned nearly nightly averaging 30-45 minutes.
  • Students should be able to:
    • Engage in effective class discussion both with instructor and peers.
    • Apply content learned to real world scenarios. 
    • Independently research and apply it to learned content

 

Historically sophomores who have participated in the AP Human Geography program at WSHS have experienced great success. On the most recent AP exam in May of 2023, 100% of 10th graders passed the exam with an average score of 4.5 out of possible 5!

Please note if you are requesting AP Human Geography to fulfill your Social Studies Graduation Requirement, there is not an equivalent class to allow for a schedule change during the school year. Choosing this class will be a year long commitment. 

 

The AP Human Geography team at WSHS is enthusiastic about the opportunity to bring this exciting and engaging class to more students. Should you have any questions about the class or program please reach out to Mr. Bradley Swain at [email protected]!  If you are interested in requesting this class please make your request here.

 

AP Seminar as an English 10 Credit 

We have exciting news that at WSHS AP Seminar is now a course that can count as a 10th grade English credit!

AP Seminar offers students the opportunity to refine and expand their research, collaboration, and writing skills from a cross-curricular approach. After students successfully complete AP Seminar, they are also eligible to enroll in AP Research their senior year. AP Research offers a college-level opportunity to craft a more independent study of research. If students pass the AP exam in both Seminar and Research, they earn an AP Capstone diploma and awards, which are highly valued by colleges.

What skills and interests would help a student succeed in this course?

  • Strong communication skills:
    • Group work, collaboration, presentation
  • Interest in pursuing independent research on cross-curricular topics
    • Research skills
  • Strong time management skills
    •  Independent study; meeting College Board deadlines

What makes this course different from English 10 Honors/On-Level courses? 

In a traditional English 10 course, students would be reading a wide range of both nonfiction and fiction and would participate in writing assignments or projects that fit a more traditional English classroom. AP Seminar is a college-level cross-curricular course that would be ideal for students who have an interest in research and for students who are strong communicators and independent learners. For students who love fiction or for students who don’t thrive in group-work environments, a traditional English 10 or English 10 Honors course might be a better match.

How can I earn college credit in this course? 

Unlike AP classes that base the AP score entirely on the AP exam, AP Seminar (and Research) AP scores are a composite of a Group Research presentation, an individual research paper and presentation, AND the exam. Because of this, the sit-down exam is only 45% of their AP score. So, students who might struggle with timed writings tend to be more successful with this type of AP credit format as opposed to AP courses that base the score on the exam alone. 

If I take AP Seminar as a 10th grade English credit, what English course could I take the following year?

Rising sophomores have the option to take any 11th grade English course the year following AP Seminar. For example, students could take Seminar in 10th grade, AP Lang in 11th grade, and take AP Research as an elective in 12th grade, which would open the opportunity to earn a Capstone diploma. (Note that AP Research does not count as a 12th grade English credit; this would be taken as an elective in addition to one of the 12th grade English course offerings.) If you are interested in requesting this class please make your request here.

Please note if you are requesting AP Seminar to fulfill your English Graduation Requirement, there is not an equivalent class to allow for a schedule change during the school year. Choosing this class will be a year long commitment.

Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes

 

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

 

We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year.  After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections.  The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules.  This process will continue throughout the summer.  

 

The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue.  After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved.  Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements.  Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16.  During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form.  If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.

 

SENIORS 🕺🏼 PROM 

When: Friday, April 19th, 8-11 p.m. (last entry is 10 p.m.)

Where: The River View in Occoquan

Tickets: $55 on Myschoolbucks

until April 18th

Note: If bringing a non-WSHS guest, turn in the guest form posted on Schoology and return the form to the student activities office by April 17th

🎓 Graduation is Near!

Graduation for the WSHS Class of 2024 will be on Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at EagleBank Arena on the George Mason University Campus.

**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page  for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**

Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.

  Graduation Announcements and Accessories 

Order HERE

Need help or want to order by phone? Please call 1-800-567-8367

🧹Spring Cleaning!

Parents, please encourage your students that NOW is the time to begin Spring Cleaning! Here’s a short list of ways to ensure your student closes out the year without discrepancy: 

  • Return any issued academic books
  • Return overdue library books
  • Settle any invoices for MySchoolBucks accounts 
  • Provide payment for outstanding activities or obligations

 

Note to Senior parents: all delinquencies must be settled prior to graduation. Let’s start cleaning up… now! 

NOVA Virtual Sessions for Seniors and Their Families 

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is offering virtual information and application sessions. Information sessions will provide an overview of NOVA and the opportunities, services, and resources designed to connect high school seniors to the NOVA Nighthawk Community.

 

Sessions are open to all FCPS seniors and their families. For questions, email [email protected] or call 703-323-3000.

🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!

General information at https://linktr.ee/WSHSANGP

Our next General Meeting will be held virtually on Thursday, April 25th at     7 pm. Watch our Facebook group for the link. 

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 We have numerous ways you can help! We need LOTS of volunteers the night of the event. We welcome parents of juniors to volunteer, so you know what to expect next year when it's your turn:). Thank you in advance! Sign up to volunteer at the event HERE

Sign up to donate items on our Amazon Wish List

 

YARD SIGNS FOR SALE

Have you purchased your Class of 2024 Yard Sign yet? Options to personalize! Show your Spartan spirit all year long with a Spartan Class of 2024 or Home of a Spartan yard sign. Yard signs aren’t just for seniors! All proceeds benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2024!

Order yours at https://wshs-angp.square.site/signs

 

SEASONAL ROOTS FUNDRAISER

Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!

Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.

Click HERE  to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.

 

Class of 2025 ANGP- Jiffy Lube Fundraiser

Class of 2025 Parents, the Jiffy Lube concert series is right around the corner. This year, they have a great lineup. (https://www.livenation.com/venue/KovZpZAEk6JA/jiffy-lube-live-events?utm_source=GMBlisting&utm_medium=organic)

 

We need your help making our kiddos' All Night Grad Party one to remember! If you enjoy live music have we got a deal for you! Come out and volunteer to serve drinks at Jiffy Lube this summer, listen to a great show, and earn money for our party! Concerts are starting soon (May). Please check it out and share with friends, family, and neighbors. The only requirement is to complete a training and be 21 or older. 

To volunteer you must attend Customer Service “Orientation” training. You can sign up for training at https://forms.gle/QGfNBgNGvZUhYwU37

 

The dates available are: 

Saturday 4/20 at 12 PM 

Saturday 4/27 at 12 PM

Tuesday 5/7 at 6 PM

Wednesday 5/8 at 6 PM

 

This is the largest fundraiser that supports our kids ANGP! Please sign up if you can and reach out with questions [email protected]

STUDENT CORNER 🚗Take your Learner’s Permit Test at West Springfield HS

 

When: 3:10pm, specific dates below

Where: Room 2225

Cost: $20

2023-24 Dates: 2nd Semester shown below

  • April 25
  • May 15

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 student has had two unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then they are required to test at the DMV for their 3rd attempt.

Please read the instructions below carefully…

How to Register:

  1. Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date: fcps.edu
  2. Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, student must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in a 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-; student should bring with them on test day:

  • 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. Students may also show their photo from SIS.
  • Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio.

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 spring are 4/16 and 5/7.

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

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES 🎭PERFORMING ARTS

Thurs, April 25 @ 7p

Fri, April 26 @ 7p 

Sat, April 27 @ 2p & 7p

Purchase tickets here

 Sports Physical Night

The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.

 Appointments start at 5:30pm.

Use the link below to register:

Student registration

 

Medical Professionals Needed

Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!

Volunteer registration

🏑Sports Tryout Dates

Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?  

  • Season Start Dates:
    • Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024

Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football,                      Girls Volleyball

**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST.  ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.

    • Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024

Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling

    • Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025

Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis

  • If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE

Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:

  • VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024.  The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
    • Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
    • Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office.  Mail to:   Attn: Chris Worrell ATC   West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: [email protected]
  • Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE.  The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
    • Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE

Athletics Website:  https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/

Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of April 15-20

 

Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports! 

You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:

X: @wshssports

YouTube Channels: LINK

Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose

School Activities Calendar. Check it out

Yearbooks and Senior Ads Now On Sale

Yearbooks and Senior Ads are now on sale! Orders can be placed online at https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/ using school code 4150 and will be sold on a first come, first served basis. We sold out of yearbooks for the past two years, so order yours today! We cannot guarantee books will be available for in-person sales at the end of the year. For questions, please email Ms. Melissa Morgan, Yearbook Adviser, at [email protected].

Athletic Boosters Athletic Boosters Club Nominations and Elections

The Spartan Athletic Boosters are accepting nominations for the Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 school year.

Elections will be held on May 1, 2024 at the Booster Club Board Meeting. 

Submission Deadline is April 28, 2024

 

Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:

 📣Spirit Wear

Shop online for spirit wear.  Two options:

  • Option #1: HERE
    • Save 20% on Orders $100+. Ends 4/14. Code: EXTRA20

 (Exclusions apply to the brands: The North Face, Acrux, Carhartt, and       TravisMathew).

  • Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
PTSA

A new kind of fundraiser:  it's how many times you visit, not how much you spend!!!

  COME EARLY AND OFTEN!!!!

Every time you use one of the coupons, the PTSA gets $2!

(Valid only at our local Jersey Mike's at Cardinal Forest Plaza)

 

Questions?  contact [email protected]

The PTSA is now on Instagram:  

Follow us at 

https://www.instagram.com/spartanptsa/

and look for prize opportunities!

FCPS INFORMATION 💚 No-Cost Talk Therapy for High Schoolers

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, parents/caregivers can refer their children for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Virtual mental health services are available at no cost through an FCPS partnership with therapists who are licensed and trained in teen-specific challenges. Forty percent of Hazel providers are bilingual, speaking more than 15 languages.

Students may be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. Therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect them with longer-term mental health services in the community. Learn how to opt your student(s) in to this service.

✅ School Health Services Satisfaction Survey

The Fairfax County Health Department and FCPS School Health Services invite parents/caregivers to participate in a survey on the level of satisfaction with support provided to your school community by School Health Services. The survey takes about five minutes to complete and is open until Friday, April 26. Your feedback can help to improve school health services.

Mathspace Mastery: Elevate Independent Learning and SOL Prep *For Current Middle and High School

Join us to see how Mathspace fosters independent learning at every grade level! This informative session will highlight how your student can use Mathspace to independently tackle math challenges, perfectly aligned with their grade-level course. We will demonstrate how to use this tool to prepare for the Math SOL assessment. Don't miss this chance to boost your students' self-driven learning adventure!

Additionally, a new SOL task template will be auto-assigned, this year, to students for optional practice/study.

  • Presenter: Rhonda Davis, Mathspace, Head of Customer Success, North America and Jonathan Templin, Mathspace, Head of Sales, North America.
  • Date: April 16, 2024 Add to Your Calendar
  • Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
  • Format: Virtual

Register for this event

Purple Up! Day - April 17, 2024

Throughout the month of April, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will be honoring the invaluable contributions of military-connected youth with the Month of the Military Child and Purple Up! Day.  

FCPS would like to express its gratitude to these unsung heroes. With approximately 14,000 military-connected students, FCPS recognizes the extraordinary strength military-connected students possess in order to navigate the military lifestyle. The resilience and courage of our military-connected youth does not go unnoticed, and their commitment to supporting their service member parents and guardians deserves the utmost admiration and respect.  

As part of this month-long recognition, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on April 17, 2024.  Schools and community members are encouraged to wear purple as a visible gesture of their appreciation and support for military-connected youth. In addition to Purple Up! Day, FCPS school communities are coming together to honor their military-connected students in meaningful and creative ways. To learn more about MOMC activities, please contact your school.    

To connect with more FCPS resources, please email [email protected].

Family Summit Designed to Enhance Safety, Security, Inclusion

The FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Marshall High School. The conference will cover topics that are helpful for all families, such as social-emotional resources. Session topics include raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; helping children manage emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. Online sessions will provide support for students with disabilities and their families. 

Visit the Family Summit webpage to learn more about the guest speakers and register to attend. The theme — Safe, Supported, and Included — aligns with Goal 2 of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan.

💻 April Webinars and Events for Families

The Family Resource Center (FRC) offers free webinars for adults to support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Upcoming events include:

Click the linked titles above to register. Learn more about FRC webinars and events.

Our Schools, Our Future: Register for Community Conversations

Join Dr. Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:

Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help us plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

FCPS Quick Links NEWS FOR THE COMMUNITY Academy Day - April 20, 2024

Virginia Senator Mark Warner extends a warm invitation to high school and middle school students, their parents and guardians, and school counselors to participate in Academy Day.  This event offers valuable insight into higher education and service to the nation.

Scheduled to take place at Randolph-Macon College on April 20, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Academy Day will serve as a comprehensive guide to the five distinguished United States service academies and their admission processes.  Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the pathways available to them by meeting with representatives from the Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board, various ROTC programs, and the Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership at Mary Baldwin University.  Tours of Randolph-Macon College also will be available at the end of the event.  

To register for the event, please visit Academy Day 2024. For more information on the Academy Nomination Process, please Senator Warner’s website.  

Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any enrichment opportunity they may use before participating.

To connect with FCPS resources, please email [email protected].

👗 Prom Dress Shop at Centreville High School

FCPS marketing students from Centreville High School and the Fair Oaks Classroom on the Mall have opened their Prom Dress Shop. The marketing students apply the retail marketing and visual merchandising skills learned throughout the school year to transform their classroom into the Prom Dress Shop.  The Shop provides financially challenged students with prom dresses and accessories at no cost.

The Prom Dress Shop is located in the modular classroom building, near the stadium, in the student parking lot of Centreville High School, outside of door 12. Any area student, not just those from Fairfax County Public Schools, who do not have the funds to purchase a prom dress may choose from hundreds of new dresses donated by Macy’s. They must show a valid student ID, or other form of school identification, to select a free dress during the following store hours.

  • Friday, April 12: 5-8 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 13: 2-5 p.m.
  • Sunday, April 14: 1-4 p.m.
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