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Happy Friday West Potomac!
On this wonderful spring Friday, I would like to spread some kid joy. Please check out the amazing talent of our amazing arts students in the virtual art show.
https://westpotomachs.fcps.edu/features/2021-virtual-art-show
Our Leadership students did a project partnering with FCPS where the students recorded responses to different prompts around mental health and school. Two of our students have been highlighted this month. Please check out Bria and Payton - wise advice!
Video: Student Voice—Bria—Sometimes, It's the Little Things
FCPS student Bria wants parents to know that sometimes it’s the little things, such as letting your child know you are there for them, that make all the difference in dealing with pandemic challenges. Watch the video
Video: Student Voice—Payton's Tips on How to Deal with Stress
FCPS student Payton shares her advice with other students about how she is managing stress and the return to in-person instruction.
Take Good Care and have a great weekend.
Ms. Millard
- Important Dates
- School News Update
- PTSA Updates
- College and Career Center
- SAT/ACT Test Prep
Important Dates:
April 23: DC Slices – Tonight - PTSA Fundraiser – See below for details.
April 30: Application Deadline - NOVA JumpStart Summer Program - Free Classes for Graduating Seniors
May 3: PTSA Virtual Membership Meeting, 6:30-8 p.m.
May 5- 9: Top It Off Shopping Event – PTSA Fundraiser
May 22: Seniors Prom-A-Nade; Stay-tuned for sign-up.
June 2: Seniors Graduation Rehearsal - Details to follow
June 3: Class of 2021 Graduation, at Hayfield Secondary School, New time - 10:00 a.m.
Student Activities/School News Updates:
End of Year Testing Calendar: A complete calendar detailing end of year testing to include SOL, AP, and Final exams is now published and can be found on our West Potomac website via this link.
DEA National Drug Take Back Day: April 24, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
West Potomac Pyramid Community - with the increase in overdose risks and abuse of substances found easily in the home, this resource is more important than ever. Unused or expired medications can be safely dropped off at the locations listed below or click on link for additional locations. For more information or to refer your student to me please contact me, Elizabeth Knudson, at eaknudson@fcps.edu.
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/community-services-board/events/2021-04-24-drug-takeback-day
April 24 '21 Drug-take-back-day (English version).pdf
04-24-21 Drug-take-back-Event flyer-spanish.pdf
Accepted items: prescription and non-prescription pills, e-cigarettes and vaping devices with batteries removed, small liquid packs/pods for e-cigarettes and vaping devices, prescription ointments, and medications for pets. Not accepted: illegal drugs, pressurized canisters [inhalers/aerosol cans], needles, large sources of liquids, non-prescription ointments and lotions.)
The local drop off locations are:
Mount Vernon District Station 2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306
Franconia District Station 6121 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310
Virtual Career Exploration Fair:
Fairfax County Public Schools high school students are invited to participate in the 2021 Virtual Career Exploration Fair, taking place now through Friday, April 30. This completely virtual event will include synchronous (live) and asynchronous (recorded) sessions and workshops. the event will offer a connection to more than 100 local industry professionals from in-demand career fields. Students will also be able to attend college- and career-ready workshops and information sessions. Registration is available online.
Car Magnets - Show off your Wolverine Pride wherever you drive. Car magnets are $5 each and can be ordered on the PTSA website. The PTSA will mail or deliver magnets to your home. https://westpotomacptsa.memberhub.store/store.
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DC Slices Fundraiser: TONIGHT- Friday, April 23rd at Waynewood Rec Association
20% of order goes to PTSA. No flyer needed. Just mention you there to support WP PTSA!
Special Thank You! Thank you to our corporate sponsors: Burke & Herbert Bank, Safeway, Hollin Hall Automotive, The Moery Group, Potomac Valley/Riverbend Civic Association, Toppers Pizza, and Applerouth.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
Check out this month’s College and Career Center. Please reach out to Mrs. Carter, College and Career Specialist with any questions, eecarter@fcps.edu.
April 2021 CCCNewsletter.pdf
NOVA JumpStart Summer Program - Free Classes for Graduating Seniors
This summer, Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) will offer a selection of online, tuition-free classes to Northern Virginia high school graduating seniors. Students must meet placement requirements and understand there may be textbooks or other material fees associated with courses. Since these classes are all online, students will need access to a computer and the internet. Students may take a maximum of two JumpStart courses. Important dates:
- JumpStart applications are now open and will close April 30.
- Classes will run from June 1 until August 9.
Details about the JumpStart Summer Program, including placement requirements and material fees, are available online.
SAT & ACT TEST PREP MOCKS AND GROUP CLASSES – 2020/21
Summer schedule will be available soon! View full schedule and Register Here.
Sophomores – determine your test preference to make Junior year less hectic.
Juniors – get one more practice test in before your official test!
Mock SAT – 5/8
Mock ACT – 5/15
Need Flexibility? SELF-DIRECTED ONLINE CLASSES AVAILABLE
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.
Free Online Applerouth Webinars* - Register Here!
*All webinar registrants get an emailed copy of the webinar a few days after the scheduled event, in case they can't attend that exact evening.
More Resources available on the Test Prep Program Web Page
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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