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Congratulations to all our Wolverines inducted into National Honor Society at this week’s ceremony!
In this week’s WPHS News You Choose:
- Important Dates
- PTSA News
- School News Update
- Athletics Reminders and Fundraisers
- Students Services and College and Career Center Updates
- SAT/ACT Test Prep
November 21 - WPHS Boys Basketball Team Leaf Raking Fundraiser, 11am - 3pm
November 22 - Haute Dogs Fundraiser, to benefit WP Dance Team, 4-8 PM
November 22 - SAT vs ACT: The differences, webinar 8-9 PM, ZOOM
November 24-26 - Thanksgiving Break
December 5 - WPHS Mattress Sale Fundraiser, to benefit WPHS Athletics, 10 AM – 5 PM
December 6 - PTSA Membership Meeting at 6:30 PM – (In Person and Virtual)
December 7 - WPHS Choir Boosters Meeting, 7 PM (Zoom – link below)
December 9 - FCPS Career Transition Services Parent Workshop - Postsecondary Education Options for Student with Disabilities, Register Here
December 20 – 31 - Holiday Winter Break
January 3 2022 - Classes Resume
PTSA Updates
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The next PTSA meeting will be Dec 6, 2021– in person in the WP library and virtually. Topics: “Study in DC” Presentation, Substance Abuse Prevention, Holiday Philanthropy. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you then! Here you can find the minutes from the Nov 8th meeting.
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Minted Fundraiser: https://www.minted.com. Shop senior portrait cards, holiday photo cards, wedding stationery, fine art, personalized gifts, and more designed by independent artists. Use PTSA's promo code is: FUNDRAISEPOTOMAC. WPHS families receive 20% off holiday cards and gifts - 15% will be donated back!
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Amazon Smile - Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your Amazon Smile purchases to the PTSA! Log into smile.amazon.com and designate “West Potomac High School PTSA” as the charity you would like to support. Works on your Phone App as well!
School Activities/News Updates
WP Class of 2022 Yard Signs
- We have a little over 60 left. Be sure to order yours today. Cost is $20. https://westpotomacptsa.memberhub.com/store Pick-up details will be provided once the sign you order arrives. Note: all profits from signs go directly to support the class of 2022 graduation celebrations and scholarships." Questions: Contact Shauna Hamilton at shaunahamilton@mac.com
Yearbook
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It's time to order your 2021-2022 West Potomac High School Yearbook. Please click this link to see different yearbook package options and to learn more on how you can create a personal ad for your student.
WPHS Orchestra
- Chick Fil A Fundraiser Monday, Nov 22nd, WPHS Door 2A from 4pm - 7pm. Give yourself a pre-Thanksgiving cooking break on Monday, November 22nd. We will have a Chick-fil-A drive-through beginning at 4 PM at the Spring Bank Building, Door 2A. They will go fast so place your order here in advance, https://forms.gle/22Sdb6tyJogtKJBp6 Deadline for pre-orders end on Sat., Nov. 19th at 5 pm. For more information review our updated flyer!
WPHS Choir Boosters
- WPHS Choir Boosters is dedicated to helping enrich student’s music experience. Our next booster meeting will be held via Zoom on December 7 at 7pm. Boosters help with chorus activities and fundraising events. You can join boosters at link: https://forms.gle/VricURxaZbx86C7VA . Support your West Potomac choir student by displaying a West Potomac Choir Yard Sign. Please contact Rhonda Brown at rhondabrown60@gmail.com to purchase.
Christmas Wreaths! West Potomac Crew Team fundraiser
- IN PERSON Wreath Sales in December! The West Potomac Crew Team is happy to announce that it will be selling wreaths in person at two locations this year between November 30 and December 15! Look for us at Hollin Hills Pool (December 4, 5, 11 & 12) and at St Luke's Episcopal Church (Nov 30 - December 1 and December 6-10). Please come by and pick out a farm fresh, fragrant wreath for your door. Thank you for your support!
Take a Break on Monday with Dinner from Haute Dogs and Fries:
- The West Potomac Dance Team hopes you'll take a cooking / shopping / prepping break on Monday, November 22 to come out to Old Town to support the team! Eat inside or order online to go between 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Online ordering for pickup may be helpful because street parking might be a bit tricky. Please do not use extra services such as Grub Hub, etc. See flyer for more details.
Alexandria Community Nutcracker - Tickets are now available:
- For the 13th year, dancers from West Potomac and other FCPS and local schools will perform together in the Alexandria Community Nutcracker. All ages will be swept away by the Christmas magic of the party scene and the enchanting dances in the Land of Sweets. The performance includes ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, gymnastics, and Irish dancing. Shows are at Mount Vernon High School this year because of the construction at West Potomac. The performance dates with tickets remaining are Thursday December 2 at 5:30 pm, Friday December 3 at 6:30 pm, and Saturday December 4 at both 2:30 pm and 6:30 pm. Proceeds from Nutcracker ticket sales will support an arts scholarship program that FCPS students benefit from. Other items sold at the show will support the West Potomac Dance Team. For more details and to purchase tickets, go to artspireva.com
Athletics Information and WPHS Athletics Fundraisers
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Support WPHS Athletes: Mattress Sale Fundraiser: Sunday, December 5, 2021 10am - 5pm @6500 Quander Rd, Alexandria, VA. More information available on our flyer!
COVID-19 Screening Testing for Student Athletes
- As a reminder, FCPS requires student-athletes to be fully vaccinated or provide a weekly negative COVID-19 test to participate in VHSL winter and spring sports or any activity requiring a physical.
- COVID-19 screening testing for student-athletes began November 18. Testing time will be between 7:30 and 9:00 am and will be located in the Athletic Training Room. Preregistration continues to be open for families of students requiring a weekly test for athletic participation.
- Student-athletes ages 16 and older are required to be fully vaccinated or have a medical or religious exemption.
- Student-athletes ages 16 and older with a medical or religious vaccination exemption will be required to provide a weekly negative COVID-19 test.
- Student-athletes ages 16 and older who are not fully vaccinated and do not have an exemption may not participate in the activity.
- Student-athletes ages 12-15 who are not fully vaccinated by choice or due to a medical or religious exemption will be required to provide a weekly negative COVID-19 test.
One-time parent/legal guardian consent is required to begin COVID screening testing for a student-athlete to be tested at school. You may withdraw your consent for testing at any time. If you want your child to begin participating in COVID-19 screening testing, you must pre-register your child(ren) and provide consent using the secure online portal.
Testing details include:
- Student-athletes will receive PCR tests using the Anterior Nares Swab (shallow swab).
- Student-athlete testing is provided by Aegis Sciences Corporation, a partner in the Virginia Department of Health’s VIssTA program.
- Testing takes place at all traditional high school sites (after school to the maximum extent possible).
- Test results will be kept confidential and made available to parents and guardians Student-athlete test results will be provided to the Director of Student Activities and other designated FCPS personnel if parent/guardian consent is provided for the disclosure.
- Student-athletes participating in screening testing will not be part of the school’s random sample for weekly testing.
For more information, visit the COVID-19 testing webpage.
If you have questions about COVID-19 screening testing for your student-athlete, please contact Aaron B. Helmick, Director of Student Activities at ABHelmick@fcps.edu or ph. 703-718-2560
Student Services / College and Career Center Updates
Fairfax County Youth Survey
- We previously communicated with all 10th and 12th grade parents and guardians that the Fairfax County Youth Survey Administration would occur with all 10th and 12th graders on Monday November 22. It will now occur on Monday November 29. We will accept opt outs through Tuesday November 23 via this link.
DECEMBER IS NOVA MONTH IN THE CCC:
- Are you a senior planning on attending Northern Virginia Community College next year? Do you need help completing your application?
- Our NOVA admissions representative is coming to the WPHS Career Center to assist students who need help completing their application. Northern Virginia Community College recommends that students complete their application for admission between November 15th and March 1st.
- Pre-registration is REQUIRED & the registration link has been sent to seniors via their fcpsschools.net email account. Seniors can attend only ONE application completion event. Students must get prior permission from your teacher to attend this event. All students who pre-register will receive an email from Mrs. Young prior to the day of the event to use as a pass. Dates: 12/1 OR 12/9 Location: WPHS Career Center
Lunch & Learn: George Mason ADVANCE Program
- Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) and George Mason University created the ADVANCE program to streamline the journey toward a bachelor's degree & help students by providing the support they need to earn a bachelor's degree within four years. The GMU Advance representative is coming to WPHS to talk with students about this program. Students do not need to pre-register for this event.
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Date: 12/3 Location: WPHS Career Center during all lunches
2021 Parent Workshop: Postsecondary Education Options for Students with Disabilities
- Join FCPS Career & Transition Services to learn about postsecondary education options available for students with disabilities. Topics include, but are not limited to disclosure, accessing accommodations, disability support services, and other pathways to success.
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Date: December 9, 2021 Location: Virtual event from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m
- Register Online Now: https://bit.ly/3bBNDVZ
- Postsecondary Education Options
Spanish Webinars on College Financing and Admissions
Applerouth is hosting free practice tests & webinars for students!
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SAT vs ACT: The differences, the timelines, and the expectations of colleges Monday, November 22nd, 8:00 PM-9:00 PM Virtual, via Zoom
- What’s the difference? Join us to learn about the SAT vs. ACT, as well as up-to-the-minute updates on the test administrations. How can you decide which one is better for your child, when to take them and how much to prepare for them? Hear about how your child's strengths can favor one test or the other. Learn about what college admissions officers expect from students and what you need to plan for. Register to join us at: https://www.applerouth.com/signup/?scheduleid=428168 Registration URL for ALL free, upcoming webinars: applerouth.com/events
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Free Proctored Practice Tests for SAT or ACT Every weekend in November (except the weekend after Thanksgiving) Virtual, via Zoom It's the perfect time for juniors to evaluate the tests and establish a baseline score. Students can register at applerouth.com/mocks
SAT/ACT TEST PREP:
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Parents – We need someone to take over the test prep program next school year! Managing the program is a great way to learn about the official tests and college admissions for your own student while helping other students. Contact Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com, to learn more.
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Test Prep Classes and Mock Tests - View full schedule and Register Here. All on-campus events are in Gunston, Room 190 pod. Park in academy lot, enter door 10/ Academy.
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Next Mocks Mock ACT 1/22/22 Mock SAT 12/11/21
- Winter Classes – ACT starts 1/22/22 SAT starts 12/11/21
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More Resources available on the Test Prep Program Web Page
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Questions? Contact Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com.
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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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Need Flexibility? Try Applerouth’s Self-Paced Online Course - Animated video lessons and comprehensive practice for every section of the SAT or ACT. Available for purchase ($125.00) on the PTSA’s MemberHubStore.
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Applerouth’s Guide to Academic Success ($10.00) available now on PTSA’s MemberHubStore. Build a foundation for better study skills! This 88-page guide teaches students how to take control of their learning and understand why some habits are better than others.
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