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Happy Homecoming Friday!
It has been a very busy last two weeks. The effects and realities of children having been out of school for 18 months are surfacing. The academic struggles and relational struggles are more evident than ever, and it has been very challenging for everyone. The reality is that most of our 9th graders were last in school in 7th grade and were 12 years old. They have missed a lot. We are trying to set expectations for all students but need to be more clear and consistent than ever before. I am sure that you have heard about the Tik Tok challenges that are encouraging kids to engage in activities that are just simply criminal. Although we had some students remove soap dispensers from bathrooms, most students did not participate in any way with these challenges. I am confident in our kids that they will continue to be above doing things that would harm others or themselves. Please reinforce this thinking as you speak with your children this weekend.
We are midway through the first quarter. This is an excellent time to review with your child their Schoology and SIS grades. All students have until the end of the quarter to make up work but if they wait until the last week of the quarter, the grades may not go into the gradebook until next quarter. If you have questions about your child’s grades, please reach out directly to their teachers via email for clarification and support. We do have late bus days on Monday and Thursday every week. Students can stay after school to get additional help with their teachers.
I hope to see you during our homecoming festivities. Have a wonderful weekend.
Ms. Millard
- Important Dates
- School News Update
- PTSA Updates
- College and Career Center
- SAT/ACT Test Prep
Important Dates:
October 4 : PTSA Membership Meeting at 6:30 PM
(Zoom and Face Book live)
October 6: WPHS National Honor Society Application deadline
October 11: Student Holiday (Prof. Development Day - Indigenous Peoples’ Day)
October 13: WPHS will be administering the PSAT 10 and 11 to all 10th and 11th graders and administering the SAT to 12th graders who have pre-registered. (2 HR Early Release)
October 13: 9th Graders will not report to school this day
October 16: FAFSA Line-By-Line, Virtual Session
October 29: End of 1st Quarter (2 HR Early Release)
Student Activities/School News Updates:
WPHS HOMECOMING - THIS WEEKEND!
Homecoming Dance Chaperones Needed- October 2nd from 7:00-10:00 pm. To volunteer, please click on the sign-up genius link. Thank you for your support. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040549adaa2ca46-chaperones4
WPHS National Honor Society: NHS applications are now being accepted for current juniors and seniors who have a 3.5 GPA or higher. Application deadline is October 6th by 3:30 PM. Questions? Please email Jamie Carfang at jacarfang@fcps.edu or Sarah Newton at sabuchkowski@fcps.edu Please use this link below to access application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-NwDfdzOO0UCLsGNboxMziY2haXFCxW6_fbuB_SBr4gIN_Q/viewform?usp=sf_link
Join Choir Boosters!
WPHS Choir Boosters is dedicated to helping enrich student’s music experience. Boosters help with chorus activities and fundraising events. You can join boosters or make a donation by following link: https://forms.gle/VricURxaZbx86C7VA Donations support ongoing program activities as well as our annual scholarships for graduating seniors. Boosters meet monthly – invites are sent to all booster members.
Parent/Guardian to one of our Amazing Class of 2022 Seniors? Join the private Senior parent FB group to connect with other senior families, ask and/or help answer questions. Discuss senior activities (like college applications, special dates, events, etc.) Please copy link below on search engine and it should take you to page. If you are unable too, please reach out to Liz Ver Hage @ elizabethbraga@aol.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/wposeniors22/
Class of 2022 Parents and Guardians - several updates for your senior:
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Additional Senior Portraits Make-Up Dates. Lifetouch will be scheduling 5 additional dates for seniors to take their portraits in November or December to accommodate over 250 seniors still needing to take their pictures. Once the dates are confirmed, information to schedule an appointment will be shared.
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Graduation Cap & Gown. Jostens will be in the cafeteria during lunches on Wednesday, Sept. 29 and Thursday, September 30 to collect graduation orders. Students will be required to order their cap, gown, and tassel unit (cost is included in senior dues). Additional items such as announcements or senior apparel can be ordered. Everything can be ordered online at jostens.com. If you have questions, please call 1-800-JOSTENS (567-8367) Monday through Friday from 9:00am-6:00pm.
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Senior dues.Senior dues have not been determined. We are waiting on guidance; however, caps and gowns will be covered in the fee.
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Graduation Date. Graduation will be on Friday, June 3rdat 9am on the WPHS Campus at Dietze Football Stadium. If needed, the rain date will be Saturday June 4th at 9am.
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Class of 2022 Schoology Page. Seniors can get updates by visiting the Class of 2022 Schoology page located under the Student Services Course, Folder - Class of 2022, Folder - Class Activities and Updates.
Support WP Band: Ad astra, et calidum! As the temperature starts dropping, let us help you stay warm and comfortable amongst the stars! Our Wolverine Pride blankets are perfect for our great football games, indoor study sessions, and make great gifts! All proceeds benefit the orchestra. Please see attached flyer for details.
WP Band. Wolverine Pride Stadium Throw.pdf
PTSA Membership Meeting, October 4th at 6:30 PM – (Zoom and Face Book live)
WP Administration will be on hand to provide school updates. Mr. Chris Jones (WP History & Social Studies Teacher) along with another speaker will discuss an exciting “study abroad” program that will allow one FCPS student to attend a high school internship at the U.S. Senate in Washington D.C. for one semester.
PTSA Direct Donation Campaign:
The PTSA is seeking your support with donations for instructional resources. Every donation counts. It only takes a minute – and 100% of your donation is tax deductible! Thank you.
PTSA Direct Donation Flyer.Final.jpg
https://westpotomacptsa.memberhub.com/store
WPHS PTSA MEMBERSHIP – PLEASE HELP US MEET OUR GOAL
100 More memberships needed.
Your WPHS PTSA membership and tax-deductible donation supports academic enhancements and programs, helps promote student welfare, enriches classroom environment, supports extracurricular activities, and more.
Please join online today at https://westpotomacptsa.memberhub.store. At the site, you can purchase memberships, contribute to our Direct Donation campaign, and purchase WPHS car magnets. Questions? Contact Libby at MearesTeam@gmail.com.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
FCPS VIRTUAL COLLEGE WEEK will take place Monday, October 18 - Thursday, October 21, 2021. FCPS families are invited to attend virtual sessions on a variety of topics, including how to pay for college, dual enrollment, AP/IB, how to apply to a military academy, and college essay writing. Registration is now open, and students and families can sign-up for as many sessions as they wish. Don’t forget to check out the FCPS Virtual College Week webpage for updates and to learn about various college fairs available to students. Please direct any questions about Virtual College Week to Karen Huffman at kshuffman@fpcs.edu.
SENIORS & JUNIORS: Over 70 colleges and universities have registered to visit WPHS. This is a great opportunity for students to hear directly from college representatives about admissions requirements, financial aid, campus life and much more. Seniors & juniors should continue to pre-register for college visits and come prepared to ask questions. College representatives are still scheduling visits so please encourage students to check Naviance for the most up-to-date list of colleges coming to visit WPHS.
To sign up for a college visit, log into Naviance: fcps.edu/Naviance
Select: Colleges>College Visits> View Details>Register.
SENIORS & SENIOR PARENTS:
In partnership with FCPS, College Access Fairfax is presenting information sessions to help seniors and families learn about paying for college. Registration is not required for any of the sessions listed. If your family was unable to attend the webinar Paying for College: The Financial Aid Process for Seniors held earlier this week for Region 3 families, there are two more opportunities to attend this informative session on either 10/5 or 10/14 . Simply click on the event link in the Paying for College-Region 3 flyer.
*Please note the presentation will be available in Spanish for the event held on October 14, 2021. Questions? Please contact College Access Fairfax at info@collegeaccessfairfax.org or Karen Huffman at kshuffman@fcps.edu.
October 16th OR November 9th: FAFSA Line-By-Line: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens on 10/1. It is the form colleges utilize to determine if a student will receive financial aid to help pay for college. Plan to join one of the virtual sessions to find out what questions are asked and what information will be needed to complete the FAFSA. *Seniors, check your fcpsschools.net email account for Zoom links for each session. Zoom links for each session were also emailed to any senior parent with an email address on file with FCPS.*
November 17th OR December 11th: Scholarship 101: Learn about the different kinds of scholarships that are offered, where to locate scholarship opportunities, and how to best complete scholarship applications. *Seniors, check your fcpsschools.net email account for Zoom links for each session. Zoom links for each session were also emailed to any senior parent with an email address on file with FCPS.*
Remember College Access Fairfax is a free and available resource to answer questions about the financial aid process. Please don’t hesitate to contact them at info@collegeaccessfairfax.org
College Access Fairfax also offers one-on-one help to families who are interested in receiving assistance in completing their financial aid forms. Appointments can be requested with Financial Aid Champions by sending an email to appointments@collegeaccessfairfax.org
CCC Hours: Monday – Friday from 8 am – 4 pm. Mrs. Karen Young, WPHS College & Career Center Specialist, is available to meet with students and parents virtually or by phone. To schedule, please send an email to Mrs. Young at kbyoung1@fcps.edu or she can be reached via phone at 703-718-2548.
SAT and ACT Test Prep
Fall Prep Classes started 9/25/21
View full schedule and Register Here.
Worth the time - Applerouth Resources and Webinars
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Applerouth’s Virtual Bookshelf - all of Applerouth’s most popular free resources on college admissions testing, academic tutoring, and more. To access the free materials, please sign into your Applerouth account or create one. The Junior Jumpstart is especially helpful!
- For upcoming free webinars, learn more at com/events
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Get pumped-up for the PSAT at Applerouth’s annual Prep Rally!
The PSAT will be here soon, and it can lead to major scholarship opportunities. Applerouth’s FREE Prep Rally gives students the confidence they need for test day! Participants learn strategies from expert tutors and take an official, proctored practice test. We'll grade your test and send detailed score reports. Sessions will be offered from September 25 - October 10 — Sign-up at applerouth.com/preprally, and see all upcoming free webinars at applerouth.com/events
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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 WPHS College and Career Center Specialist, Karen B. Young, kbyoung1@fcps.edu
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