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Happy Weekend Eve!
I hope everyone has been doing well over the past few weeks while I have been out on planned medical leave. I am doing well and thanks to the leadership of my amazing Admin Team, have been able to follow doctor’s orders and successfully heal.
Well, a lot has developed over the past few weeks including a school board meeting last evening that went well into the early hours of the morning. I am sure you all have many questions and it is my hope to provide clarity in the coming days. I would like to hold another WPHS Town Hall on Thursday October 22nd at 6 pm to discuss the next steps toward the reopening of school and to review where we currently are with virtual learning. Please register HERE and you will receive a link to the meeting on the morning of the meeting.
Have a good weekend!
Ms. Millard
- Important Dates
- School News Update
- PTSA Updates
- College and Career Center
- SAT/ACT Test Prep
Important Dates:
October 21: Senior Day – Drive thru/Pick-up Textbook(s), Supplies, Pre-ordered Class of 2021 Yard Signs
October 22: Chick-Fil-A Pop-Up Drive Thru Fundraiser (Pre-order link below)
October 27: College Admissions in the Time of Social Distancing (Zoom)
October 29: PSAT Day For Juniors (Must have pre-registered)
October 30: End of First Quarter
November 9: PTSA Membership Meeting
Student Activities/School News Updates:
PSAT Day For Juniors – October 29, 2020:
Thursday, October 29, WP Juniors will have the opportunity to take the PSAT/NMSQT. FCPS will cover the test cost for any 11th gr. student. To be eligible – students must have pre- registered.
Digital Resources at West Potomac High School - Parent Consent
Fairfax County Public Schools uses a variety of resources to support student learning. Some of the digital resources your child may use this year require parental consent
https://westpotomachs.fcps.edu/adopteddigitalresources
WPHS Library Update - The library has extended the hours for curbside pick-up. Students can now pick-up items from 1:00-5:00 on Mondays. For more information, please email Mrs. Landon (jllandon@fcps.edu) or Mrs. Rice (wsrice@fcps.edu). Please see attached flyer.
Library curbside pickup instruction flyer.pdf
Still have textbooks and library books from last school year? They can be returned on Monday’s from 8:00 am-3:00 pm. Look for the bins outside the main entrance (door #1) under the awning. There will be one bin for textbooks/reading books and a separate bin for library books. Please make every effort to return the books you have at home. Students who have library books from the Sandburg library may also return to WPHS and we will return them for you.
WPHS Spirit Wear Merchandise Available for Purchase - The West Potomac Online School Store is now open until November 2nd! Everything from shirts to sweatpants to hats is available. To shop go to https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/WPSGA2020 and get your West Po merch today!
WPHS Merchandise. SGA.pdf
Looking for a way to support families in our community this holiday season?
Since 2016, Food For Neighbors (FFN) has been providing holiday meals to families of students in middle and high schools throughout Fairfax and Loudoun counties. Please consider making a donation that would provide a special meal at this special time of the year when families come together. Through your generosity, students throughout our community will be able to experience a joy during what has been a difficult year. Thank you for your generosity. https://www.foodforneighbors.org/home/holiday-meals/
PTSA UPDATES:
PTSA MEMBERSHIP – PLEASE JOIN
Please help us reach our goal of 500 by becoming a member today. At this writing we have 354 members. We need your support as members. Your membership directly supports instruction for our students through education grants, enrichment programs, affordable ACT/SAT Test Prep with Applerouth, and more.
Don’t miss out – join today: https://westpotomacptsa.new.memberhub.store/store
Class of 2021 Wolverines Yard Signs For Sale - Celebrate your Senior by purchasing a sign (designed by one of the talented members of the Class of 2021). Pre-ordered signs will be ready for pickup at the Senior Day scheduled on Wednesday, October 21 at 4:00 PM at WPHS. #WolverinePride
Pre-order yours today at https://westpotomacptsa.new.memberhub.store/store/items/191467
Chick-Fil-A Pop-Up Drive Thru Fundraiser – Thursday, October 22nd, 4:45 – 6:00 PM (or until sandwiches run out). Location: Waynewood Recreational Pool Parking Lot (1027 Dalebrook Dr, Alexandria, VA) Pre-order at https://westpotomacptsa.new.memberhub.store/store
Pre-order Deadline: Tuesday, October 20 at 5:00 PM
Pre-ordering is highly encouraged as there will be limited sandwiches for sale. Please see flyer for additional info.
October 22nd WP PTSA CFA.pdf
Amazon Smile - Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your Amazon Smile purchases to the PTSA. Log into Smile.amazon.com and designate WPHS PTSA as the charity you would like to support.
PTSA Item Donation Request - disposable masks and disinfectant wipes:
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS: Please click on the flyer attached to make a BIG difference once schools reopen in person. Please note: Any shipments of supplies to the school MUST be addressed to West Potomac High School as the recipient, ATTN: PPE supplies. Questions? Contact Tracy Dunn at tdunn@mcenearney.com.
PTSA- WIPES AND MASKS Donations.pdf
Special Thank You!
Thank you to Burke & Herbert Bank and Safeway for their support of the PTSA this year.
WPHS College and Career Center Updates - October 2020
Greetings West Potomac students and families! Please click below for information on the College and Career Center, upcoming virtual college rep visits, college fairs, NOVA Pathways, financial aid help, test prep programs, selected scholarships, and other opportunities. As always, reach out to Mrs. Carter, College and Career Specialist with any questions, eecarter@fcps.edu.
WPHS College and Career Center Oct 2020 Newsletter.pdf
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SAT and ACT Test Prep
College Admissions in the Time of Social Distancing
The PTSA is proud to bring you a virtual seminar via Zoom with Dr. Jed Applerouth on Tuesday, October 27th at 7 PM. As we know, applying to college is stressful under normal circumstances and knowing how the global pandemic has changed the process is vital. Join us to learn all you need to know to navigate the college admissions process in these changing times. Click here to reserve your spot today: The College Admissions Process in the Time of Social Distancing.
NEW SELF-DIRECTED CLASSES OFFERED THIS YEAR ($125.00) -The test prep program is offering self-directed online test prep created by Applerouth. This is an excellent course that covers all the content offered through the usual group class as well as tips and strategies for the official tests. Mock test results provide a solid study guide. Applerouth tutors are available to assist self-directed students with any questions during the course. One mock test is included in the self-directed class. Class licenses expire 7/31/21.
Register at PTSA's MemberHub Store.
SAT & ACT TEST PREP MOCKS AND GROUP CLASSES – 2020/21
View full schedule and Register Here Fall mock test dates are 10/17, 11/14, and 12/5.
Questions? Contact Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com.
Scholarships - WPHS student need-based scholarships for mocks and classes are available through the College and Career Center Specialist, Liz Carter, eecarter@fcps.edu.
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