PTSO Meeting Tonight
Please join us tonight, Tuesday, January 14th at 7 p.m. in the Library for our PTSO Meeting.
Interested in being on the PTSO Board for the 2020-21 school year? We will be doing an information session so you can know what to expect!
Attention all prospective baseball players and managers:
The baseball tryout interest meeting is now tomorrow, January 15th at 3:15 p.m. in Room C123 (across from the wrestling room). All players and managers interested in trying out should attend. Bring a friend! Please contact or see Coach McColley with questions.
Rising 9th Grade Curriculum Night
Curriculum Night and Rising Freshman Parent Night: Tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15th from 5:00-8:00 pm
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5:00-6:00pm: Breakout Session for Special Education parents in E146 (Chorus Room)
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5:00-6:00pm: Breakout Session for parents of students with 504 Plans in E156 (Orchestra Room)
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6:00-6:30pm: AP Class Information Session 1 for current ninth and tenth grade parents (Library). AP Info Sessions will include information on AP courses at Woodson and how you can help your student make the best decisions for their junior and senior years. Please choose and attend one AP Info Session.
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7:00-7:30pm: AP Class Information Session 2 for current ninth and tenth grade parents (Library). AP Info Sessions will include information on AP courses at Woodson and how you can help your student make the best decisions for their junior and senior years. Please choose and attend one AP Info Session.
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6:00-8:00pm: Electives and Curriculum Fair in BOTH Cafeterias. Stop by the department tables to talk with teachers and learn about the different classes students can take at Woodson High School and at the Academies (most academy class are for rising 10-12th graders).
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6:30-7:30pm: Teachers present on ninth grade classes; overview of graduation requirements in the Auditorium (for current 8th grade parents/guardians).
Woodson FanQuest
FanQuest is a Special Olympics and Unified Basketball Tournament at WT Woodson High School, on Saturday January 18th. Our athletes with special needs rarely get the chance to shine center court, and this is their chance.
Admission is FREE and doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with a special tailgate with carnival games in the Aux Gym and the first game will begin at 7:00 p.m.
This will be a night of spirited fun, celebrating all three schools! There will be Moon bounces, a Velcro wall, games, prizes, and performances from a variety of Woodson musical and athletics and dance programs, the Down Syndrome Cheer Squad of Nova, and more! Please wear Tie Dye.
Come and watch our double header games between the Frost Falcons from 7-7:45 p.m. and West Springfield Spartans from 7:45-8:30 p.m.
Mock SAT/ACT Score Report Session
If your student took the mock SAT/ACT on Saturday January 11th, please attend the score report session on Thursday, February 6th from 7 - 7:30 p.m., with an Optional Q&A to follow from 7:30 p.m. until you need to leave!
The score report session will be held in the cafeteria.
Thank you to everyone who contributed towards Student Field Trip Money!
Some students are unable to participate in Woodson field trips due to the cost. The Woodson PTSO put a call out to you, our Woodson families, to help cover these costs so that ALL students have the opportunity to visit a museum, tour the Capitol, or experience an event that enhances their learning.
You heard us, and thanks to those that helped - we were able to collect almost $300, which the school has now for those who may need the funds for the next field trip scheduled. Thank you!
Free coats and sweaters!!
We also have accessories like gloves, hats and scarves! Some are new or gently used and we’d like to share with students in need. Come see Mrs. Tomer, Parent Liaison, room A139, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am to 2pm
Nominating Committee for PTSO Still Needed!
The PTSO is looking for a volunteer (or two!) to participate in the PTSO Board nominating committee to help identify candidates to fill vacancies on next year's 2020-21 PTSO Board and standing committees.
We have a volunteer to head the nominating committee, so we’re just looking for a few additional volunteers to help out. Interested or have more questions? Please email Melissa French at wptsopres@gmail.com
February Workshops at the Parent Resource Center
Learn more here!
Cav Cruise 2020
Registration for the Woodson Class of 2020 All night graduation party is now open at https://wtwoodsonptso.ptboard.com/formvw?store=1526&form=1
Purchase your Raffle Tickets for Class of 2020 Graduation Priority Seating at https://wtwoodsonptso.ptboard.com/formvw?store=1526&form=1 First 100 that purchase raffle tickets get a free t-shirt Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $25. Proceeds benefit Cav Cruise 2020. Guilt free donations can also be done at the same website and fro each $25 donation your graduate receives an extra $5000 in cav cash to spend at Cav Cruise 2020!
For questions or comments on Cav Cruise 2020 please contact us at cavcruise2020@gmail.com.
We still have Class of 2020 Yard Signs Available
Purchase Congratulations Class of 2020 Yard Sign. Proceeds benefit Cav Cruise 2020. Contact Carol Harrity - Tun carhar0129@hotmail.com for more information.
PTSO Spring Grant Applications
The Woodson PTSO Grants Program will be accepting Spring Grant applications starting Monday, February 3rd. This program aims to help fund curriculum-based equipment and supplies to promote student (and teacher!) success here at Woodson. Application info posted soon! Questions? Email WTWoodsonGrants@gmail.com
Dessert on Broadway is here!
This year marks the 31st production of W.T. Woodson’s Choral Department’s annual Broadway Revue, Dessert on Broadway!
Show dates this year are Thursday-Saturday, January 23-25, with a preview show on Wednesday, January 22 for teachers and staff.
Tickets for the general public go on sale FRIDAY, January 10th at 7:00 p.m. by visiting www.ticketleap.com (please search DESSERT ON BROADWAY). All purchases will require a credit card, along with the purchaser’s billing information. Shows usually sell out well in advance – so don’t delay!
Any DOB cast members who haven’t purchased their tickets yet – don’t delay!
All proceeds will go to support the production and W.T. Woodson’s choral programs. Please contact tickets@woodsonchorus.org with any questions.
Woodson Chorus Boosters
We are only two weeks away from the 31st annual production of the Woodson Choral Department’s Broadway revue, Dessert on Broadway!
Show dates this year are Thursday-Saturday, January 23rd-25th, with a preview show on Wednesday, January 22nd for teachers and staff. Tickets are on sale NOW!
Visit http://www.ticketleap.com/ (please search for DESSERT ON BROADWAY). Shows usually sell out well in advance - so don’t delay! If you are having any issues with ticketing, please visit http://www.woodsonchorus.org/dobdessertonbroadway/tipsandtricksonbuying.html.
For any additional questions, please contact tickets@woodsonchorus.org with any questions.
Do you have a new Student Driver in your household?
Did your student getting his DMV Learner’s Permit for the Holidays? How about purchasing a “Student Driver” Magnet for all your vehicles that your new driver will be training in. This magnet will help other drivers on the road know to be patient with your new student driver.
The Magnets are available for purchase at all the Partners for Safe Teen Driving seminars held at the Woodson auditorium or on the PTSO online store HERE. Magnets are $8.00 each or 3 for $20.00. Contact Shane Gilbert at wptsomagnets@gmail.com with any questions.
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Make a Lasting Mark for your Student!
The brick courtyard in front of the school, between the main entrance and the auditorium, still has plenty of room for engraved bricks for you to remember your special student or as a wonderful legacy for all the members of your family. They make great graduation presents for Seniors too!
Orders must be received by May 1st to be included and installed in this year’s order so don’t wait! Individual bricks cost: $100. Visit the Woodson PTSO website and click the “Join & Support” tab on the main page to find out more information and to print a brick order form. If you have questions contact Katherine Gilbert at Bricks@woodsonptso.org or 904-891-2643.
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Woodson Athletic Booster Passes
Woodson Athletic Booster passes are now on sale for $50 per pass for a student, $80 per adult, $200 for a family of 4 (see other combinations online).
The cost of attending WTW home games is $5 for students, $6 for adults, so the Booster Pass pays for itself in TEN GAMES for a student (thirteen games for an adult)! If you buy your pass now your student can use it to get into all regular season home games i.e. basketball, lacrosse, baseball, soccer, etc. and begin NOW to recoup your return on investment.
Why pay $5 (and have to find the cash) each time? Please make sure you buy your Booster pass soon. Click here to purchase passes online using PayPal (or go to wtwoodsonsports.org and click on Booster Membership.
Winter Sports Highlights
WTW Varsity Girls Basketball (10-2) opened its Patriot District season by winning a thriller over South County at home, 47-46, breaking a 5-game losing streak to the Stallions. The Cavs rallied in the 4th quarter in a game marked by numerous lead changes and ties. In a breakout clutch performance, Allie Maahs scored all 5 of her points late in the 4th quarter to twice give the Cavs the lead. Maggie McGuire’s free throw with 0.3 seconds left broke the final tie and won the game. Eunice Yoon kept the Cavs in it early by scoring 11 of her 14 in the first half. Abby Pesansky dominated in the second half to score 13 overall, Maggie ended with 7, Sarah Wilson 6, and Anna Wiggins 2. The Cavs have three games next week with road games at Lake Braddock Tuesday and juggernaut West Springfield on Friday and a makeup contest at home against Falls Church on Wednesday.
WTW Varsity Boys Basketball faced a tough South County team on Friday (1/10) losing 53-37. Moe Raff scored 13 points and grabbed 6 rebounds. Joe Pesansky also contributed with 6 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists. Ethan Lash played solid defense with three rebounds and three steals. The Cavs will be home on Tuesday (1/14) against Lake Braddock and Friday (1/17) against West Springfield.
Swim and Dive has started off the season strong. Victories over the weekend, by both the men and the women, brought our dual meet records to 3-2 and 4-1. The women’s only loss was to defending District and Region Champions, Robinson. The men, missing many top swimmers, lost to Robinson and then by only 11 to defending State Champs, Oakton. Both teams went 3-0 against Fairfax, Annandale, and Lake Braddock. 4 swimmers (Kent Codding, Aiken Do, Eric Lundgren, and Joe Schaefer) have achieved 10 state cuts, with the Men’s medley and 400 free relays also meeting the standard. 4 divers, 10 swimmers, and all 6 relays have qualified for Regions. The next meet is this Friday, January 17th. It is Senior Night against South County, at South Run Rec Center.
PTSO Information
Our PTSO changed all our emails to gmail, so please check our site for the latest email addresses here:
https://www.woodsonptso.org/our-team.html
Did you know that every single penny of your membership fees stay right here at Woodson? If you haven’t joined yet, please join the PTSO here:
https://www.woodsonptso.org/join--support.html
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