Calendar of Events

For the most up to date calendar please see our master calendar here.

Save the dates:

Thursday, September 17- 21 - Textbook/Materials Distribution

Wednesday, September 23- SAT Day at WSHS for Seniors

Thursday, October 29 - PSAT Day at WSHS for Junior

Check out the latest Virtual Learning Newsletter:

Virtual Learning Newsletter Vol. 2 Iss. 7 09-18-2020 

Sharing Information

Materials Distribution Updated Map Sept 18-21

**Materials Distribution Updated Map** 

Previous versions of the materials distribution map had incorrect dates. We are sharing the current version with the correct dates.

Materials Distribution Updated Map 

Textbook and Instructional Material Distribution - ALL STUDENTS

Due to the inclement weather and the automobile accident on Rolling Road, we are opening the instructional material distribution to all grade levels on Friday and Monday. The sessions are as follows:

• Friday September 18th 3:30pm to 7:00pm
• Monday September 21st 11:30am to 3:00pm
• Monday September 21st 3:30pm to 7:00pm

When you arrive, you enter the school grounds via the Tuttle Road entrance (next to the baseball field). Last name beginning with A through L will drive behind the school and last name beginning with M through Z will drive in front of the school.

We ask that you do the following things to help us in this process and stay within our social distancing guidelines.

1. Wear a mask in the car upon arrival

2. Have a large sheet of paper with the Students First and Last name as well as student ID number

3. Follow the traffic pattern set up on the school grounds

4. Information will be collected at first tent on the route

5. Materials will be distributed from the second tent.

Not all classes will be distributing materials. Many classes are using online materials for instruction.

During class, prior to the 17th, teachers who are planning to issue a textbook or course materials will notify their students.

If none of your child’s teachers indicate there are materials to collect you do not have to come to the school.

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Free Meal Program for All FCPS Students

West Springfield HS is a grab and go site.  Please go to this link for more information: https://www.fcps.edu/return-school/food

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Receiving Communication from FCPS

Email and text messaging for parent communication is the easiest and fastest way for FCPS to get important information out in case of an emergency.  Please be sure to update your email address and mobile phone number in WeCare.  An email will go out to parents with more information. 

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Monday Attendance Form

 Students will fill out this google survey every Monday.

• https://forms.gle/JVnQp1paqZSSpfz87
• Students will need to be logged into their FCPS Google Account to access it.
• Going forward reminders to fill out the Monday form will go out to students from Schoology.

Students who have been assigned or request remediation will have been contacted by a teacher before Monday. If there are any questions about the Monday Attendance Form, please reach out to Elizabeth Wahl (ewahl@fcps.edu).

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Monday Remediation

Monday remediation is a time (between 8:10am-11:15am) when students can meet with teachers to get more direct support in a smaller group setting.

There are 2 ways that students can be part of the Monday remediation sessions:

1. Teachers will request and set up a time on Monday for students to attend remediation.
2. Students can reach out to their teachers to ask for a remediation session if they feel like they need it. Students should reach out to their teachers by Fridays to set up remediation for the following Monday. Teachers will then follow-up a time with the students and when they will meet on Monday.

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LS Update for Students

All students should check with their teachers to verify which sessions in Schoology to use for their LS periods. Teachers will be using sessions in their course sections and not in the LS sections in Schoology.

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“Go Paperless” Report Card Option

Please take this opportunity to receive your child’s report card online in ParentVue.  If you are interested in this option below are the necessary steps you will need to take.   Please know the “Go Paperless” option will affect all of your students, no matter the school or grade level. 

Steps:

• Log into ParentVue
• Go to “My Account”
• Select “Go Paperless"

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Student Rights and Responsibilities

Please complete the Google Form at the following link:  Parent Acknowledgement of SR&R

On this link you will find a link to the Student Rights and Responsibilities resources page for your review.  Please review and complete the acknowledgement form.  If you have multiple students at WSHS, one form per student will need to be completed. 

This can also be found on the West Springfield HS homepage. 

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Food For Neighbors is an all-volunteer organization committed to helping local teens struggling with hunger. Last year, we were able to provide over 1500 weekend snack packs for Springfield area middle and high school students.

With your support, we can reach even more students in need as we have over 500 students from the West Springfield pyramid who get a snack pack each week. Participation is as simple as filling a Food For Neighbors Red Bag once every other month and putting it on your porch on our pick up days. We provide the bag, a desired food list, and pick-up date reminder texts. Our next collection is November 7, but sign up now to make sure you have time to get your bag and purchase your food to fill it. If you do not already have a red bag, but would like to donate food for the next collection, please register as a Red Bag Donor today at: https://www.foodforneighbors.org/red-bag-program/ 

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Parental Consent for Digital Resources

At West Springfield High School, our teachers will use a variety of digital resources to support student learning and promote communication and collaboration with students and families. Some of the digital resources your child may use this year will require your consent before they can be used. You can find our school’s list of the resources that require parental consent here: https://westspringfieldhs.fcps.edu/adopteddigitalresources

This form must be filled out by October 1^st.

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Tech Support During the Year

Students or parents can put in a tech ticket HERE.  Our tech support team will also offer curbside Monday from 11 am – 12 noon and Tuesday – Thursday from 2:45 – 3:45. No appointment is needed.  Please wear a mask.

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Helpful Links:

Return to School Countdown Newsletter

Return to School Website

Frequently Asked Questions for Families

virtual bell schedule

Family Tech Support Portal

SIS Parent Assistance

Testing Information

SAT Testing for Seniors

Here are a few reminders for 12^th graders taking the in-school SAT at WSHS on September 23^{rd .}

What to Bring on Exam Day?

1. Students must bring the following materials on September 23^rd for the in-school SAT:
2. Student ID or a photo ID
3. A Face Mask

• Per FCPS Guidelines, mask MUST be worn all the time
• You must bring your own mask which will be inspected during check in 

  4.  #2 Pencils

  5. Calculator (School will NOT provide calculator to the students)

  6. Emergency Contact Information

  7. Personal hand sanitizer (if you wish)

Are there any materials which are Prohibited to bring to school?

You are not permitted to bring any electronic ‘smart’ device such as cell phone, watch, or fitbit. Please leave these in your car/home.

Will there be any Check-In Process?

Yes, you will receive an email to your fcpsschools.net email account with the school Entrance you are to use and your testing room on Wednesday, September 16^th.

When you arrive at school go to the designated school Entrance for check in. At the check in stations, you will be asked to show your ID and answer all health pre-screening questions. After checking in you may grab breakfast from the cafeteria and then report to your testing room. Parents/guardians are not permitted in the building and should remain in their cars. Only students who are actually taking the exam may enter the building.

What time should I come to school?

Arrival Time- Plan to arrive by 7:30 a.m. You must arrive to school by 7:45 am or earlier. No one will be admitted once the testing starts.

How long is the SAT Exam?

Exam Time (Standard)- If we start on time (8:30 AM) and you are taking SAT with standard time, you can expect to be done between 12:45-1:15 pm.

Exam Time (Extended Time)- If you are testing with 50% extended time approved accommodation/support, you will be done between 2:30-3:00 pm.

Are there specific guidelines for dismissal?

Dismissal Process- Once all the students in your testing room submit the test, you will be directed to leave the building through the same door from which you entered.

Questions may be addressed to: Becky Brandt, rabrandt@fcps.edu

Student Activities Information

Sports and Activities

The Virginia High School League (VHSL) Executive Committee, voted to move forward with Model 3 in its re-opening of sports and activities for the 2020-21 school year. Model 3 delays all VHSL sports and activities until December 14 and adopts the Condensed Interscholastic Plan. This model leaves all sports in the season where they are currently aligned.

Model 3 – Condensed Interscholastic Plan:

• Season 1 (Winter) December 14 to February 20 (First Contest Date–December 28): Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Swim/Dive, Wrestling.
• Season 2 (Fall) February 15 to May 1 (First Contest Date–March 1): Cheer, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Volleyball.
• Season 3 (Spring) April 12 to June 26 (First Contest Date–April 26): Baseball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field.

More information is available on the VHSL website. 

Once new information is available from FCPS and the VHSL it will be sent out to the WSHS community. This will include an updated list of head coaches and their contact information.

Marching Band

Marching band season has been postponed. If students are able to return to school this fall or winter, we will consider possible marching band performance opportunities that do not conflict with the concert band assessments.

Clubs

FCPS and West Springfield are committed to continuing to offer clubs and activities for the coming school year. With the start of the school year being virtual things will be different. FCPS is currently looking at how this will look. As soon as a finalized plan is in place the information will be disseminated to staff and students.

WSHS PTSA, ANGP, Boosters, and Fundraisers

The PTSA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS!

The PTSA was unable to complete their elections last Spring. We are looking to fill the following positions for the  2020-2021 school year:

President: Attends and runs monthly meetings (historically held the first Monday of each month from 7:00-8:00p.m.) Primary Liaison to the WSHS Principal as well as to the Fairfax County Council PTA (FCCPTA) and the Virginia PTA (VAPTA). Coordinates the work of all officers and committees (except the nominating committee). Keeps up with emails sent to the PTSA email account (wshsptsa@gmail.com).

1st Vice President: "Program Chair" Is the first one to assume responsibilities of the President if they are unable to perform their duties. Coordinates PTSA programs such as the SAT Practice Test that is held twice a year and other programs/fund raisers that come up.

2nd Vice President: "Policy and Procedure Chair" Acts as an aide to the President and performs delegated activities as assigned. Responsible for Proposed Legislation Program (PLP) vote (work with the Bylaws/Legislation Chair) that is required by Virginia PTA. Assignments may include coordinating a PTSA table at curriculum night, being the PTSA liaison for renovation issues, or recruiting for next year's Committee Chairpersons.

Treasurer: Acts as the accountant. Presents the monthly budget at each meeting. Makes disbursements and bank deposits. Remits dues to the state PTA association by the required dates. Prepares end of year federal taxes, financial reports and audit forms. Completes the yearly Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) application due each January. Refer to our bylaws for complete description and details.

Secretary: Takes attendance and notes at PTSA meetings and ensure they are posted on the PTSA website. See all duties listed in Bylaws.

Please contact slbraxton@fcps.edu if there are any interested parents in the above positions. 

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ANGP Information

Are you taking the in-school SAT 09/23 for Seniors or the SAT 09/26? Register for The Playbook online SAT bootcamp and a portion of the registration fee supports the WSHS Class of 2021 All Night Grad Party!  Register Today!  Multiple Choice Has Finally Met Its Match CHOOSE THIS, NOT THAT! This fall, learn THE PLAYBOOK for beating the SAT at its own game. CHOOSE THIS, NOT THAT! is a one-weekend workshop that teaches students go-to strategies for every question guaranteed to be on the SAT. Designed by former College Board insiders and led by a dynamic instructor who has coached thousands of students to their utmost potential, CHOOSE THIS, NOT THAT! is the definitive prep course for students who want to march into the SAT with confidence, momentum, and every key strategy fresh in their mind. Selected topics include how to: Spot and eliminate the SAT's notoriously tricky trap answers, Shortcut math problems that stump 95% of test-takers Uncover clues that instantly reveal the main idea in lengthy reading passages Remain calm and focused under pressure -- an indispensable skill for anyone tackling the three-hour, 154-question SAT. Live Online SAT Boot CamporTuition is just $195 for the entire weekend, which includes 8 hours of expert live-online instruction, strategies from an instructor who has helped thousands of students to maximize their score, our exclusive strategies guide, and video recordings of the entire weekend, so you can review key concepts as often as you would like.You can also email info@LearnThePlaybook.com and one of our advisers will be happy to provide more information on this special prep opportunity.    For up to date information, follow: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WSHS2021 For more information on this special prep opportunity or to enroll, visit learntheplaybook.com, click Upcoming Courses & Events on the menu bar, and pick the weekend that works for your schedule. Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27. Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20 Choose the weekend that works best for you: Live Online SAT Boot Camp Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20 or Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27. Tuition is just $195 for the entire weekend, which includes 8 hours of expert live-online instruction, strategies from an instructor who has helped thousands of students to maximize their score, our exclusive strategies guide, and video recordings of the entire weekend, so you can review key concepts as often as you would like. For more information on this special prep opportunity or to enroll, visit learntheplaybook.com, click Upcoming Courses & Events on the menu bar, and pick the weekend that works for your schedule. You can also email info@LearnThePlaybook.com and one of our advisers will be happy to provide more information on this special prep opportunity. For up to date information, follow: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WSHS2021 *****************************************************************************************

Yards Signs are Now Available.. not just for Seniors!

This year the All Night Grad Party is selling multiple signs to show your Spartan and Senior Pride. All proceeds will go to the ANGP. Here are your options:

Home of a WSHS Spartan: $25

Home of a WSHS Spartan with option to customize with sport or activity: $30

Class of 2021: $25 (Yes picture is for wrong year. It will be 2021)

Class of 2021 with graduates name: $30

Care package for your virtual student: $15

Place your orders by clicking on this link: https://wshs-angp.square.site/buy

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Virtual Learning Care Packages Spread some cheer to your Spartan during Virtual Learning! Surprise them with a Bucket of Sunshine to brighten their day! Care packages are prepared and hand delivered by ANGP Parent Volunteers. Each care package is filled with fun treats and surprised to brighten the day during Virtual Learning. This is open to ALL grade levels! Care package for your virtual student: $15 Place your orders by clicking on this link: https://wshs-angp.square.site/buy   All  Care Package orders must be received by 10/2 for delivery the week of 10/5/2020.

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Athletic Boosters

ScriptNow Fundraiser

Please support the Athletic Boosters Club ScripNow Fundraising Program. ScripNow provides gift cards, both physical & electronic ones, at face value. The Boosters receive a rebate anywhere between 2% and 18% to go towards the Booster program.  The Boosters pays for Hudl fees, provides liability insurance for team camps and workshops as well as scholarships for our students entering college. Our goal is to help provide our coaches with training & workshops not covered by FCPS, supplement travel expenses for athletes and coaches that are invited to National and State events not sponsored by FCPS and extra equipment for teams. 

To sign up - create an account at New Family Registration Enter the enrollment code DC286C6E63837.  You can also download the app MyScripWallet Registration on your phone through the Safari/Chrome to get those last-minute electronic cards when you are shopping.

This is an easy way to help raise money for all our programs that benefit our students & WSHS.

Yearbook Information

YEARBOOKS SALES & SENIOR ADS: The 2020-2021 Yearbook is now available for purchase! Order now for early-bird pricing of $65. Senior Ads are also available. Pricing variable based on size. Orders can be placed online at www.yearbookordercenter.com (school code 4150). This will be a school year like no other, so order your book today!

YEARBOOK PHOTO SUBMISSIONS: This school year is going to be different. We want to preserve as much as we can for our students and that includes the yearbook. This will be a keepsake to be enjoyed for years to come, but we need you! Please send us pictures of your students and their friends! We will be asking for pictures representing everything from the first day of school to mask fashion  and more! Download the Herff Jones eShare app (available on iOS and Android) to begin sharing (password: spartanyearbook). Questions, contact Ms. Melissa Morgan, mmorgan2@fcps.edu.

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