Upcoming Events
Monday, 02/07 – Friday, 02/11 – National School Counseling Week
Monday, 02/21 – Holiday (President's Day)
Monday, 02/21 – Spring Sports Tryouts Begin
Thursday, 03/03 – 2 Hour Early Release
Friday, 03/04 – Student Holiday (Professional Development Day)
FOOD! FUN! FEBRUARY!
THANKS to the PTSA and those who participated in FOOD! FUN! FEBRUARY! for very generously stocking the staff and faculty break rooms with a variety of snacks, treats and drinks. We were all honored by your actions!
You make working at West Springfield and getting to serve our students and their families such a special place!
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FCPS Health and Safety Measures Updates
Contact Tracing
While the Virginia Department of Health shifted the expectation for contact tracing in schools to only on outbreaks, the CDC continues to indicate that contact tracing, in combination with testing, wearing a well-fitting mask, and quarantine and isolation, are effective strategies to identify people with COVID-19 (cases) and to reduce transmission.
FCPS has and continues to implement CDC recommendations, to the greatest extent practicable, to prevent or reduce the spread of COVID-19 in schools and to foster the continuation of in-person learning for students and staff. As a result, FCPS will continue contact tracing until further notice.
The following changes are effective 5:00 p.m. Friday, February 4:
- FCPS Pause (Close Contact) Letter includes quarantine guidance and replaces the FCHD quarantine email to families.
- FCPS Student Quarantine Exemption and Attestation Form replaces the FCHD Vaccine Verification Survey (Will be embedded in the FCPS Pause Letter and available on the FCPS webpage, physical copies will be available if needed)
Monitoring COVID-19 cases is critical to maintaining a safe in-person learning environment for all students. Please continue to let us know if your child has tested positive for COVID-19 or may be a close contact. We will work with you through the process to return your child to the classroom as quickly as possible.
Universal Mask Requirement Update
Wednesday, a judge in Arlington Circuit Court announced she is reviewing a request from seven Virginia school boards, including FCPS, for a temporary injunction against Governor Youngkin's Executive Order 2. A decision is expected in the coming days. While the courts continue to consider this issue, FCPS’ mask requirement and regulation remain in effect. Parents and students can refer to the FCPS message released this week regarding current guidance on this issue.
Student Services Updates
National School Counseling Week: February 7-11
National School Counseling Week 2022 (#NSCW22) is Feb. 7-11, 2022, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. National School Counseling Week, sponsored by ASCA, highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. National School Counseling Week is always celebrated the first full week in February.
What Are Some Counselor Appreciation Week Ideas?
Students are encouraged to take time to thank YOUR school counselor, whether it's upon seeing them in the hallway, visiting their office, preparing a formal notecard or letter; or just sending them a nice email. Teachers can decorate their doors with signs expressing gratitude for the work school counselors do and the difference they make in students’ lives.
ASCA offers a free downloadable certificate of appreciation that students can give to school counselors, and more.
Let’s be sure to celebrate our WSHS counselors during National School Counseling Week, February 7-11, 2022.
2022-23 School Year Calendar Dates
The 2022-23 school year calendar was officially approved last week. Next year’s school calendar focuses on instruction and student and operational needs. The calendar also reflects significant community and employee engagement throughout the calendar development process.
Important Dates:
- Monday, August 22, 2022: First day of school.
- November 23-25, 2022: Thanksgiving break.
- December 19, 2022 - January 2, 2023: Winter break.
- April 3-7, 2023: Spring break.
See other highlights of the 2022-23 school year calendar.
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Student Activities News and Updates
Note: West Springfield has provided free access to our games online on the NFHS Sports Network for the rest of this school year. Click HERE to subscribe.
Upcoming Events in Spartan Theater
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THEATRE 3/4 SHOWCASE
In our Theatre Showcase, Spartan Theatre’s most advanced students perform scenes from critically-acclaimed plays in this evening of student-produced entertainment!
Fri, February 11 @ 7 | Sat, February 12 @ 7
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Driver's Ed Info
For Driver Ed Students Only
(Disregard if you already attended the PSTD presentation in the 1st or 2nd Quarter)
Reminder: The 3rd Quarter opportunity to complete the mandatory Partners for Safe Teen Driving (PSTD) will be on February 7 from 7 - 8:30pm. This will be a virtual presentation and can be accessed through the "Drivers Education Course: Section 1" on Schoology. Click on the Zoom link inside the course to attend. You must be on-time and stay for the entire presentation to receive credit. Cameras must be turned on to confirm student and parent attendance. A parent is required to attend with their child and certification paperwork will be distributed during the session. There is no need to sign up beforehand. The PSTD is a required component for completion of the classroom Driver Ed course. You will not receive your District 8 (pink) card without attending one session this school year. Please contact your PE teacher if you have any questions.
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Register to take the Learner’s Permit Test at WSHS!
When: 3:10pm - specific dates below
Where: Room 2225
Cost: $20
2nd Semester Dates:
- February 10 and 17
- April 21 and 29
- May 12 and 26
- June 2
Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test
- This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).
- If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.
How to Register:
Please read the instructions below carefully as you must sign up in 2 different places…
- Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date: aceclasses.fcps.edu
- Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV at https://vadmvexam.com/AT_Remote/ApplicantPortal/ApplicantPortal.aspx in order to test. This link will also be provided on your confirmation email from ACE.
- Only complete the required fields (i.e., leave “customer number” blank)
- DMV registration must be completed at least 4 hours before the test start time. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.
The following items are required to the take the test; bring them with you on your test day:
- Completed, and signed DTS 41 consent form. The form is available at http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dts41.pdf.
- A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
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Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio.
Send any questions to Mr. Casey Grubbs (clgrubbs@fcps.edu)
Important Dates for the Class of 2022
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- Graduation – May 31, 2022
- All Night Grad Party – June 1, 2022
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Yearbook Photo: One. Last. Chance.
Parents of seniors... There are 130 seniors who did not sit for a portrait. If your student is one of them, we are offering one last chance to make the yearbook. Please note that this is for the yearbook ONLY. The student will not receive a portrait package, and photos will not be taken by Lifetouch. We will not have drapes and tuxes available. Pictures will be taken by the yearbook adviser in Room 1110. If your student has yet to take a senior yearbook photo, please encourage them to sign up for a time during Orange Day lunches to have their picture taken during the week of 2/14.
We recommend women wear a nice blouse (black optional), and men wear a collard shirt and tie (jacket optional). If you have any questions, please email Ms. Melissa Morgan, Yearbook Adviser, mmorgan2@fcps.edu.
All Night Grad Party Announcements
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Buy Your Yearbook, LIKE NOW!
Yearbooks are on sale! Order online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. WSHS Order Number is 4150.
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Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating Black history.
Find our more about Fairfax County's Black History Month celebration HERE.
Our Outstanding Crossing Guard!
West Springfield's crossing guard, Leslie Bazemore, has been nominated for Virginia’s Outstanding Crossing Guard! The announcement of who will be selected will be made next week when VA celebrates Crossing Guard Appreciation Day on February 9, 2022.
The role of a school crossing guard is instrumetnal in keeping our students safe on their way to and from school. As you interact with Ms. Bazemore, take time to congratulate her on her nomination.
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Fairfax County Health Department Immunization Clinic
The Fairfax County Health Department will be offering a special Immunization Clinic for Fairfax County Students to complete their school vaccine requirements. You must call for an appointment.
Saturday, February 5, 2022, 8am to 12pm
Joseph Willard Health Center
3750 Old Lee Highway
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
To make an appointment please call the Fairfax County Health Department Clinic Service’s Appointment Line, before 4:30pm Friday: 703-246-7100.
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MILTAX: TAX SERVICES FOR THE MILITARY
MilTax is a free tax service for active duty military, National Guardsmen and Reservist, through Military OneSource. MilTax includes tax prep and e-filing software and personalized support that address the realities of military life – deployments, combat and training pay, housing and rentals, multistate filings, living OCONUS and more.
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Free Home COVID-19 Tests Available
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests, completely free. Visit covidtests.gov to order your free at-home tests and find free testing locations in your area.
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Only a Few Days Left - Happy Feet and Seats Drive for Kids! Patrol officers in the Sully District FCPD station are collecting socks and underwear for their annual Valentine’s Day giveaway to families in need. Items can be dropped off 24/7 in the collection box set up in the lobby or sent to the station directly - Sully District Station c/o Officer Meg Hawkins, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd, Chantilly, VA 20151. Flyer attached.
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