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For the most up to date calendar please see our master calendar here.
SAVE the DATES...
September 19th - How to Pay for College, 6:30 p.m., Auditorium
September 20th - Varsity football vs. TC Williams (away)
October 5th - SpartanFest, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
October 7-12 - Homecoming Week
October 14th - Columbus Day Holiday - School is closed
October 21st - Senior Pictures- Makeup Day
November 4-5 - Student Holiday
The Pantry @ West Springfield is now accepting donations to kick off the year! We are in need of the following items:
- Snacks (packs of crackers, jell-o, pudding)
- Jelly
- Home cleaning products
- Tuna
- Canned Soup (and crackers)
- Rice (any kind)
- Spaghetti (noodles and sauces)
- Personal Hygiene products (toothpaste, soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant)
- Cup of Noodles & Easy Mac and Cheese
- Oatmeal
These are the items that are most needed. We do not need any canned vegetables at this time. Please consider donating gift cards to assist families with purchasing perishable items from the grocery store (Giant, Aldi, Safeway, etc.) If you would like to donate a gift card, please DO NOT leave them in the donation box, right inside of Door 1, but give them to one of our front office administrative assistants. The pantry operates through our PTSA, so we are able to provide statements for tax purposes. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. Please contact Tisa Frederick, Career Center Specialist at tsfrederick@fcps.edu for inquiries or concerns.
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DMV Teen Learner’s Permit Testing is now offered at West Springfield HS!
This testing is offered for current FCPS students only. They must be 15 years 6 months or older by the testing date. Online practice tests are available through the DMV website- https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/dmv-manuals/#/
When: The 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month (September 18 - June 3)
Where: Room 2000B (inside the library)
Time: 3:15pm
Cost: $15
How to Register: Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- https://tinyurl.com/LPatWS19-20
See attached flyer for more information. Contact Casey Grubbs (clgrubbs@fcps.edu) with specific questions.
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Spartan Fest 2019-. Come to West Springfield High School October 5th, 2019 from 10am-2pm to visit and enjoy food, crafts, clubs, games, and good times. Check out local and regional vendors, exhibits from the Police and Fire Departments, and food and games brought to you by the WSHS school organizations. Questions, contact Phil Cronin, ADSA, at pscronin@fcps.edu
The Pantry @ West Springfield is now accepting donations to kick off the year! We are in need of the following items the most:
- Snacks (packs of crackers, jell-o, pudding)
- Jelly
- Home cleaning products
- Tuna
- Canned Soup (and crackers)
- Rice (any kind)
- Spaghetti (noodles and sauces)
- Personal Hygiene products (toothpaste, soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant)
- Cup of Noodles & Easy Mac and Cheese
- Oatmeal
We do not need any canned goods or canned vegetables at this time. You may also donate gift cards, to assist families with purchasing perishable items from the grocery store (Giant, Aldi, Safeway, etc.) If you would like to donate a gift card, please DO NOT leave them in the donation box, right inside of door one, but give them to one of our front office assistants and they will put it in my mailbox. Because we operate through PTSA, we are able to provide statements for tax purposes. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. For inquiries or concerns, please contact Tisa Frederick, Career Center Specialist at tsfrederick@fcps.edu.
Electronic Planner Tips – Orange and Blue Calendar Video
No more worries when there are snow days or other events that change the calendar or LS schedule. Below is a youtube video on how to access the Orange-Blue Calendar that can be updated and kept accurate.
https://youtu.be/GFs1fDvNnno
Applications for the National English Honor Society will be accepted through October 18th. Sophomores through Seniors are eligible to apply. Students can pick up an application form with membership requirements on the door of room 1112 (near door 2) or email jabeach@fcps.edu.
PSAT/NMSQT 2019
The 2019 PSAT will be administered to all tenth and eleventh grade students at WSHS on Wednesday, October 16, 2019. Beginning this school year, FCPS pays the fees for all students in Grades 10 and 11 to take the test. Taking the PSAT/NMSQT enables students to get feedback about critical academic skills, seek information from colleges, enter scholarship competitions, practice for the SAT Reasoning Test, and initiate the college planning process. More information about the PSAT/NMSQT may be found on the College Board website or the WSHS Testing website, and specific details regarding the testing schedule will be published as they become available.
AP Exam Registration and Fees 2019
Starting this school year, AP students will register for their AP exams online via https://myap.collegeboard.org/login. In mid-September, AP teachers will provide students with a “Join Code” that will allow students to register for each AP exam. The deadline to join AP courses in MyAP and register for exams is October 25th. FCPS continues to pay for the first six AP exams a student takes throughout their high school career. Each AP exam beyond the first six FCPS-funded exams will incur a non-refundable fee of $94.00 (per exam). Any schedule changes or exam registration changes after October 25, 2019, will incur additional fees.
Please visit the WSHS AP Testing website or the FCPS AP/IB Test Fees FAQs page for additional information about the registration process, opting-out, fees, or registering for additional exams.
Buy a yearbook now and SAVE!- Yearbooks can be pre-ordered online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. The WSHS code is 4150. You can also order and pay via MySchoolBucks. The early-bird price is $65.00. Prices go up after Winter Break.
Senior Yearbook Ads- Honor your graduating senior with an ad celebrating them in the WSHS yearbook. Senior ads can be created online and paid for at www.yearbookordercenter.com. Use the WSHS code (4150) and select “Buy a yearbook ad” to begin the process. The deadline for Senior Ads is November 15th (after November 15th space may be limited).
Contact Jennifer Beach at jabeach@fcps.edu with any questions.
WEST SPRINGFIELD ATHLETIC BOOSTERS
ONLINE Spirit Wear Store is open! We have opened for Round 2 of spirit wear! You can place your order by clicking WSHS Spirit Wear.#2. The store will be open until the end of the month.
Athletic Booster Citrus Fundraiser! Please support the Boosters with their Citrus Fundraiser! Items will be delivered to the school before Thanksgiving! All monies earned will help towards scholarships, insurance for camps and to help implement new programs and technologies for sporting events which in return will benefit all students, families and the entire community! Order here Booster Citrus Order Form
Stay updated: Facebook: WSHSAthleticBoosters Twitter: @SpartanWSHS Instagram: @wshsspartanboosters
WSHS Crew Team
Interested in a new sport? Our boys and girls rowing teams are always accepting new rowers! No experience necessary. All grades welcome. We've got 2 events for you to learn about our program. Come for one or both and see what gets our rowers excited to be part of the Spartan Crew.
Crew Team Family Day
Stop by our open house to see the boats and ask current parents and rowers what it's like to be part of our team.
Saturday, September 21, 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Sandy Run Regional Park, Boathouse #3
10450 Van Thompson Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039
For answers to questions about the crew team, visit our website at http://www.spartancrew.org/ or email novicereps@spartancrew.org.
PTSA/ANGP is partnering with Learn THE PLAYBOOK
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For more information on this special prep opportunity or to enroll, visit learntheplaybook.com, click SAT Boot Camp Sign-Up on the menu bar, and pick the weekend that works for your schedule.
You can also email info@LearnThePlaybook or call 888.602.9072.
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All Night Grad Party
The WSHS Spartans 2020 All Night Grad Party (ANGP) will be held on GRADUATION NIGHT. There will be a variety of activities including casino, store, music, food, pool, (lifeguards on duty), caricature artist and and more food. Doors will open at 11:00pm on Graduation Night and students will stay until 5:00am on the following day.
The ANGP cost is NOT included in SENIOR DUES.
Students (or parents) must register by completing required forms online and complete payment in order for Senior to be added to the attendees list. Online registration is highly encouraged for providing accurate information! If you wish to pay by cash or check, you may skip the online payment portion, and make check payable to WSHS PTSA ANGP and place in a sealed envelope delivered to Spartan Spree, Main Office or contact ANGP Committee wshsangp@gmail.com.
The ANGP Parent Committee works tirelessly all year to create and plan a memorable Graduation night celebration. We invite all the 2020 graduates to celebrate together in a safe, supervised, alcohol/drug free environment. We encourage 2020 parents to be involved in our commitment to planning this special night.
Register for All Night Grad Party here!
COST: August 2019 until March 31st : ANGP reservation is $85.00
COST INCREASE on April 1 st - $100.00
Students who qualify for free or reduced lunch are eligible for reduced price ANGP registration. See Kay Rizzuto, Assistant Principal, 2020 Senior Administrator.
QUESTIONS? Please check the FAQ page or email wshsangp@gmail.com
Yard Signs
2020 Graduation Yard Signs $25 - Show your pride by displaying the Graduate Yard Sign to celebrate your Senior!
When you submit this form, you will have the convenience of paying by credit card or via PayPal. You do NOT need a PayPal account for this. You can use the Guest user option with your own credit card. If you wish to pay by cash or check, you may skip the online payment portion, and make check payable to WSHS PTSA ANGP and place in a sealed envelope delivered to Spartan Spree, Main Office or contact ANGP Committee wshsangp@gmail.com. You will br contacted for pick up.
For all Spartan Students and Families -
http://wshsptsa.net/angp-buyother.html
SPARTAN DISCOUNT CARDS $10 (MULTI-USE)
Click here to view Spartan Discount Card
This is a great gift for family, teachers, coaches, friends and neighbors. Discounts are valid through August 2020. You will be contacted to arrange pick-up of your Discount cards when payment is completed.
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