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The WTW WeMail is distributed every Tuesday to update the Woodson community on PTSO news, school news, and upcoming events.
- SCHEDULE REMINDERS
- PTSO NEWS
- WTW NEWS & EVENTS
- FUNDRAISERS
- WTW CAV SPORTS RECAP
- WTW RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
- CURRENT COVID OPERATIONS
SCHEDULE REMINDERS
THIS WEEK
Monday-Friday, February 7th-11th - National School Counseling Week and P.S. I Love You Week
Tuesday, February 8th; 6:00 p.m. - Monthly PTSO meeting - CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING
Friday, February 11th - P.S. I Love You Day - Details under WTW News & Events
NEXT WEEK
Friday, February 18th; 6:00 p.m. - International Night, Auditorium
LOOKING AHEAD
Monday, February 21 - Presidents' Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL
Monday-Friday, February 21-February 25 - Spring Sports Tryouts - Details under Sports Recap
Friday, February 25th - PTSO Grant Applications Deadline
Thursday, March 3rd - 2 Hour Early Release
Friday, March 4th - Staff Development Day - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
PTSO NEWS
PTSO MEETING TONIGHT!
February Virtual PTSO Meeting - Tuesday, February 8 at 6:00pm
LINK TO JOIN
Visit the PTSO Homepage for news, links, events calendar and more!
PTSO Grant Applications Being Accepted February 7th - 25th
What is the Grant Program?
The PTSO uses a large portion of our membership dues to assist with supplying teachers, parents, students and staff with funds to purchase various items. Anyone who is part of the Woodson community can apply for a grant, and you do not have to be a member of the PTSO to do so. What are some things we have helped with in the past? Last year all of our grants went toward assisting teachers with equipment purchases such as document cameras, 2nd monitors, desk chairs to help make virtual teaching more comfortable. This Fall we granted funds to the German Club, the Pop in to Pop Out Stress event, lectern supplies for the Social Studies Department, tuners for the orchestra and much more. Anything is worthy of a request if you think it will help the Woodson community at large, or some portion of it.
What you should know before requesting funds:
Before submitting a grant request, it is important that you have discussed/reviewed your request with your department head, Dan Checkosky or Dr. Floyd. Student requests for clubs should be reviewed with the club sponsor before submitting as well.
The Grant Committee will review all applications, and then will present the proposals and funding amounts to the PTSO general membership for voting. In its review, the Committee considers the following factors including but not limited to:
- The degree of direct relationship to the student program of study.
- The number of students that the proposal benefits (general student body or a sub-set).
- The extent of impact on the total school community.
- The efforts that your group made requesting funding from others (boosters, parent groups, department funds, etc), or fundraising efforts toward reaching your overall funding goal (car washes, bake sales, etc).
In compliance with PTSO guidelines and IRS regulations for non-profit organizations, the W.T. Woodson PTSO grants may not be used for association memberships or activities that result in primarily personal gains (by students, parents or teachers/staff).
When can I apply?
The 2022 Spring grant window is 2/7 - 2/25 (firm). The committee will then meet to discuss all of the requests, ask any follow up questions as needed, and present the requests at the PTSO meeting for voting. Decisions will be emailed to all who requested grant money, whether awarded or not, after the vote at the PTSO March meeting.
CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED ON YOUR GRANT REQUEST!
Upcoming College Admission Seminars
The Admission Game - Wednesday, February 9th, 6:00 p.m. Details and Link to Register
College Admissions in 2022 and Beyond…What to Expect - Wednesday, February 23rd, 6:00 p.m. Details and Link to Register
Save the Date! Tuesday, March 1, 6:30 - 7:30PM - Top 10 Tips for College Admissions Webinar
Hear from a Woodson parent whose professional expertise has aided in thousands of college admission decisions and who has visited hundreds of colleges world wide.
Eleanor Monte Jones brings her experience as a Georgetown University Admissions Officer to the Woodson community in an exclusive Zoom Webinar. Eleanor will share her thoughts on how to approach the admissions process, find a fit, and partner with your child to advance their academic and professional pursuits. Zoom link will be shared the week of the webinar.
Parent Volunteers Needed for AP Testing
Thank you to all who have responded to the request for help with proctoring the AP Exams.
AP exams will take place from May 2nd – May 17th. There are two test sessions, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Morning test sessions require proctors to be present from 7:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m. (approximately). Afternoon test sessions require proctors to be present from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (approximately).
Proctors are still needed for the following dates:
Monday, May 2nd - morning session
Wednesday, May 4th - morning and afternoon sessions
Friday, May 6th - morning and afternoon sessions
Monday, May 9th - morning session
Tuesday, May 10th - morning session
Wednesday, May 11th - afternoon session
Thursday, May 12th - morning session
Tuesday, May 17th - morning and afternoon sessions
Please contact Kathleen Guinee, Assessment Coach, at kpguinee@fcps.edu or 703-503-4805 if you are able to volunteer.
This is a great opportunity to volunteer during the school day! Training will be provided.
Parent Volunteers Needed for Vision and Hearing Screenings
10th Grade Parents: Vision and Hearing screenings for 10th graders will happen during P.E. periods on Tuesday, March 8th and Wednesday, March 9th.
If you are interested in volunteering for a 90 minute period or more, please reach out to Amanda Yanchus, Public Health Nurse at ayanchus@fcps.edu. Training will be provided.
WTW News & Events
P.S. I Love You Day - Friday, February 11
P.S. I Love You Day is Friday, February 11th. $15 long-sleeve, Comfort Colors shirts are on sale between the cafeterias during lunch this week.
The goal of P.S. I Love You Day is to spread happiness and love to help decrease bullying and promote mental health awareness. On Friday, February 11th, the Woodson community is encouraged to wear purple to foster kindness and a welcoming environment.
Leadership & Sports Leadership Class for 2022-2023
Students interested in taking Leadership or the new Sports Leadership class next school year must complete an application, request a teacher recommendation, and sit for an interview.
Application forms are available outside room A133.
Applications should be submitted no later than Friday, February 11th.
For more information, please contact Mrs. Schmauder at plschmauder@fcps.edu.
SENIOR CLASS NEWS!
Want to know all the important news and upcoming events for the Class of 2022? Visit the Senior Class News website for everything you need to know from Senior Dues, to Prom and Graduation.
Cavs For Cures - Students of the Year Campaign to End Cancer
The Woodson Students of the Year (SOY) team, Cavs for Cures, is raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) and they need your help.
Ava Marshall is the candidate and the team includes Juniors Mia Zganjar and Samantha Meyers, and Freshmen Elle Marshall, Kendall Schottler, and Millie Manos. The students representing Woodson are a part of SOY, a 7-week philanthropic leadership campaign running until March 12th in which high school teams in the DC-area work to raise the most they can to end cancer! Their goal is to raise $50,000 and they are well on their way but could use your support for this lifesaving cause.
Please visit the team's homepage to learn more about their Students of The Year Campaign and to support Cavs For Cures!
Academic Advising for 2022-2023
View Curriculum Night recordings, and videos from teachers across all departments providing descriptions and overviews of the classes offered at Woodson next school year.
https://woodsonhs.fcps.edu/advising-curriculum
Woodson Choral Boosters
Reminder: Next Choral Booster Meeting this Wednesday, February 9th at 7:30PM. This will be a Zoom meeting. Zoom details to follow soon.
One Night Only! Friday, February 11th - WTW Drama Presents: Silent Sky
Woodson is doing a staged reading of the play “Silent Sky,” based on the life of scientist Henrietta Leavitt. This staged reading will take place in the planetarium, proving a dynamic backdrop of stars, to highlight this incredible woman’s life! This one night only event, on Friday, February 11th at 7pm, will feature a “pay what you can” model with all proceeds going to financial relief for students the next time there is a Woodson Drama New York trip.
There is very limited seating for this event, but we hope to see you at this lovely intersection of Arts and Science! For tickets click here!
"Silent Sky" tells the true story of Henrietta Leavitt, the astronomer ahead of her time. It is 1900, and Henrietta has the opportunity to work at Harvard University as a human computer, mapping the stars but receiving no scientific credit. Yet Leavitt's legacy and work will go on to shape the scientific community. Come see the lovely exploration of the symbiotic relationship between art and science. This dynamic staged reading will be presented in the planetarium (room F107).
The best Entrance to use is Entrance 19.
Community Service Hours Available
Students can participate in HATS for SOME in the Woodson library. Students make a hat or scarf on a loom for the clothing closet at SOME.org, a shelter in Washington DC. (Crocheting or knitting is also accepted.)
Meet each Wednesday, from 3:15pm-4:15pm in the Woodson Library.
Can’t stay after school? Students can make hats/scarves during their Learning Seminar or at home. Service credit will still be given. **See Mrs. Muir for more details on working from home.
Students can find more information and directions here (under the Community Service tab).
The Woodson library is very pleased to announce our students have made 114 hats and scarves for the SOME clothing closet and more are on the way. Way to go WOODSON! For the service learning to continue, the Woodson library is currently in need of the following items: Looms: size 9.5 inch Crochet hooks sizes H to K Red Heart Yarn, weight # 4. (Please No light colored or white yarn)
If you have any questions, please email Lisa Muir the Woodson Librarian lkmuir@fcps.edu
FUNDRAISERS
Woodson Crew Restaurant Night
Support Woodson Crew at Mosaic’s Iron Chef House, this Thursday, February 10th (11am-10pm)
Mention you are supporting Woodson Crew and the restaurant will donate a portion of sales, all day long, from early lunch, to late dinner, and everything in between.
2985 District Ave Suite 145 . 703-280-5555 . Online Order (pick-up) . DETAILS
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Mock SAT, ACT and PSAT available to students - all proceeds benefit PTSO
Tests are administered either in-person or online and can be scheduled Monday through Thursday from 1pm to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 5pm.
Sign up at https://wtwoodsonptso.ptboard.com/formvw?store=2436&form=7 to take a mock SAT, ACT, or PSAT with C2 Education - available online or in-person!! (Requires an existing or new Woodson PTSO login) Cost is $20 to register for your mock test, all proceeds will benefit Woodson C2 Education Fairfax will contact you to schedule your test and results assessment.
Cav Cruise Fundraiser for Class of 2022
10 days left to enter the raffle to win $150 cash! Buy your Cav Cruise ticket before February 18th and you’ll be entered into a raffle to win $150 cash!!
Tickets are $80 each before March 15th and $100 after the 15th. Your ticket includes an all night grad party with casino games, hypnotist, swimming pool, music, food, and lots of prizes! Don’t let your Senior miss the party of the year! Early registration is very helpful to the Cav Cruise Planning Committee!
- Want to donate to the cost of pulling off this great event? Fuss Free Fundraiser
- For more information regarding the Fundraiser and Cav Cruise, contact woodsoncavcruise@gmail.com
Need a Class of 2022 Yard Sign? There are only a handful of signs still available so get yours while you still can! Contact merifarling@hotmail.com
Graduation Seat Raffle Don’t forget to enter the raffle for one of 10 sets of 8 premium seats for the graduation ceremony! Graduation is Tuesday, May 31st at 2 p.m. at EagleBank Arena. CLICK HERE TO ENTER RAFFLE!
Senior Class of 2022 Legacy Bricks
Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Student in the school’s main entrance courtyard!
Individual bricks cost: $100. They make great graduation presents for Seniors, or as a legacy for all the members of your family! You can order online HERE, or you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check.
All orders are due no later than April 26, 2022. Plan accordingly!
If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsobricks@gmail.com.
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Order the 2022 WTW Yearbook!
Let’s celebrate our Woodson Cavaliers in 2021-2022! Go to https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/ and type in the code 5278. You can buy a yearbook, create an ad or submit photos all in one place!
Please contact tmweghorst@fcps.edu if you have any questions!
Show your Cavalier Pride with a Woodson Garden Flag!
Order yours here!
Garden Flag (dimensions - 12"x17") - $15
Personalize it for $5 more - add your family name or get creative and celebrate your student with their name and graduation year!
(Some examples: The Smith Family; Congrats Emily Class of 2021; Woodson Class of 2022)
For more information, contact Liz Brocato at Brocatofam@gmail.com
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Student Driver Magnets Available With Convenient Home Delivery!
Student Driver Car Magnets are available through PTSO! Magnets are $8.00 each or buy a batch of 3 for multiple cars for $20.00. You can order online from the PTBoard website HERE. Once orders are received, magnets will be delivered to your door contact free! If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsomagnets@gmail.com
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WTW CAVS SPORTS UPDATES
Spring Sports Tryouts - Week of February 21
Please note that even though Monday 2/21 is a holiday, FCPS will still be holding the first day of tryouts.
Check the Athletic website for tryout times and details or contact the head coach shown below.
The following must be completed prior to the first day of tryouts -
1) Sports Physical
Completed and emailed to Athletic Trainer Chris Hogge (chogge@fcps.edu) or bring it directly to the Activities Office C103
- If you have already submitted one for a Fall or Winter sport you do not need to resubmit.
2) Activity Registration
This is an online submission - it encompasses the Emergency Care Form and Concussion Education Training
- Each sport you want to try out for needs to be selected and submitted on your registration profile.
3) Proof of Covid Vaccination or Exemption
Bring a copy of proof or Medical or Religious exemption form directly to the Activities Office
Follow @Woodsonathletic on Twitter for current athletic updates and schedules.
Cavs Varsity Sports Recap
Boys Basketball
Woodson celebrated Senior Night before the game against Lake Braddock last Friday night. The following seniors were honored and thanked for their contributions to the team: Sinneh Bangura, Jack Gallagher, Alex Klein, Brady Lencz, Andre Pacheco, and Elbek Sattarov.
The Cavs capped off the night with a hard fought 93-82 win against the Bruins. The team’s record is now 11-2!
Girls Basketball
The Cavs lost to Lake Braddock 60-44 on Friday. Eunice Yoon and Emma Komaily collaborated for 31 points while Brooke Godlove and Kate Avera combined for 3 blocks.
Woodson lost a close game to West Springfield on Senior Night 29-27. Emma Komaily scored 11 points while seniors Allie Wiliams, Eunice Yoon, and Maryam Rafie combined for 12 rebounds.
Woodson beat South County 38-23 last Saturday. Emma Komaily scored 15 points and Eunice Yoon had 12 points and 12 rebounds. Kate Avera, Amaia Phippen, and Allie Williams teamed for 19 rebounds and Brooke Godlove’s steal started the fast break.
Woodson celebrated and thanked the following at Senior Night last week: Manager Danny Armstrong, Maryam Rafie, Captain Allie Williams, and Captain Eunice Yoon.
Woodson Rifle
The Woodson Rifle team faced Centreville in the last match of the regular season. Once again Woodson came out victorious. Woodson only gave up 41 points out of a possible 1200, leading the win 1159 to Centreville’s 1109. Woodson athletes took the top 8 positions, with Ben Hayes as the top athlete scoring a 296. Then Seniors Victoria Cross, Jefferson Huo, Rose McClelland, Emma Orthman, Joe Stefanski, and Kyle Barron took the next spots, and Sophomore Jonah Hilbert rounded the positions out.
Saturday will find many of our athletes participating in the Regional Match either as individuals or part of the scoring team. We wish them the best of luck.
Ice Hockey Club
The Woodson Ice Hockey team lost 9 - 2 to West Springfield for the team’s last regular season game. Ethan Lan scored his first high school goal with the assist from Nathan Coons. Cam Funaro scored Woodson’s other goal with the assist from Ryan DePriest - the senior connection! Goalie Charlie Francis made over 50 saves in the loss.
Playoff hockey starts soon and Woodson is looking to make a strong run this year! Brackets will be released shortly. Most likely Woodson will have to travel to the Prince William Ice Center to take on Woodbridge at a date to be determined. Stay tuned!
WTW RESOURCES
QUICK LINKS to useful information and resources -
View a list of current bus delays
Woodson Frequently Asked Questions.
Woodson Events Calendar
Woodson Athletics Calendar
2021-22 School Year Calendar
2021-2022 Odd/Even (A/B) Calendar - Printable.
NEW! 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
Get Your Child's Online Activity Report - FREE
Resources for Mental Health, Wellness & Support Groups (must be a PTSO member to login)
Join PTSO / Make a Donation to PTSO / PTSO Volunteer Opportunities
College & Career Center News
The Woodson College & Career Center Schoology Course has moved to Student Services. Parents can access the Student Services Course/College & Career Center Folder through their student’s account. Please email me at cliebmosley@fcps.edu if you need help with Schoology.
Please mark your calendar for the following events:
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Senior Café in the Career Center on Feb 9, 7:30 – 8:00 am – an informal Q & A for Seniors and Rising Seniors.
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MARINE CORPS Recruiter Visit Cafeteria A and B on Feb 9, ALL LUNCHES
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US Service Academy/ROTC Program Info Night on Feb 15, 7:00 pm in the Woodson Auditorium (snow date Feb 22): Academy or ROTC – The differences and the application process. Experts from all Military Service Academies and ROTC programs, as well as a representative from Gerry Connelly’s office will present information.
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Virtual FCPS Career Expo, Feb 14 – 17, 2022, 4 – 8 pm. This regional event will offer a connection to more than 100 local industry professionals from in-demand career fields across Northern Virginia. Employers and industry experts will be represented from highly sought-after career clusters. Details and registration information are available online. Students can email workbasedlearning@fcps.edu with questions. All grade levels are encouraged to participate!
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Virtual Go Overseas Gap Year Fair co-hosted by FCPS, 17 Feb 2022, 6:30 – 9 pm. Register here.
Questions? Please email cliebmosley@fcps.edu
It is College Partnership Recruitment Season!
The College Partnership Program is designed to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access, opportunity, and attainment and supports students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses including:
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Students who are the first in family to attend college in the U.S
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Black or African American
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Hispanic, of one or more race
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Students with disabilities
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English language learners
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Economically disadvantaged students
Students Meet Monthly to gain access to different college and career resources, speakers and tours. To apply please fill out this application http://tinyurl.com/CPPAPP2022 by Friday, March 11, 2022
If you have additional questions, please reach out to Jamie Korpacz (jlkorpacz@fcps.edu) & Alaina Proffitt (aproffitt1@fcps.edu), school counselors & CPP advocates.
George Washington University HCOP Program
For high school students interested in a health career, GWU is now accepting applications for their Health Career Opportunity Program (HCOP). This program offers scholarships/stipends, mentors, education, and advice for students interested in embarking on the journey of becoming a health professional. HCOP is a federally funded program by HRSA and its mission is to develop and guide individuals with disadvantaged backgrounds through the educational pipeline of a health profession.
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Early decision submission deadline - Tuesday, February 22
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Regular decision submission deadline - Tuesday, March 22
If you have questions about our program or would like a presentation, please reply to this email or contact GWHCOP@gwu.edu. For more information about HCOP, visit http://smhs.gwu.edu/hcop
Instruction 2 Industry - A Career Expo Event for HS Students
High school students can join us for our upcoming regional career exploration event and participate in live virtual sessions held every night starting on Monday, February 14 through February 17. You will learn about a wide variety of potential career paths and post-secondary options that will prepare you for the next chapter of your educational journey.
Watch this YouTube video to see highlights from this event last year.
Register Today! https://www.fcps.edu/node/45168
Free SAT Math Prep Sessions
Woodson dad, Rick Neifield, is offering free SAT math prep sessions to Woodson students via Zoom. Sign up here. Direct inquiries and questions to Rick at richardneifeld@gmail.com.
Laptop Tech Support Hours
If students need FCPS laptop technical support at Woodson HS, please submit a ticket using the FCPS Parent/Student Tech Support Portal.
Our walk-in hours in Room A114 are:
- Odd Days during Learning Seminar
- Monday - 7:45am - 8:10am
- Tuesday and Wednesday - 11:25am - 1:20pm (lunches)
- Wednesday - 2:55pm - 4:00pm (when late buses start)
Any other time you should try to make an appointment.
Mental Health Resources | 24/7 Emergency Numbers
If you are in crisis, text NEEDHELP to 85511, call 1-800-273-TALK, or dial 911; TTY dial 711
CrisisLink Regional Hotline: 703-527-4077 (CrisisLink is a hotline for individuals in crisis or family/friends seeking guidance for how to help a loved one)
Dominion Hospital Assessment and Referral Line: 703-536-2000
Inova Emergency Services: 703-289-7560
Mobile Crisis Unit: 1-844-627-4747
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-SUICIDE
Merrifield Center Emergency Services: 703-573-5679; TTY dial 711 (The Merrifield Center of the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, offers a range of clinical programming. Emergency Services, staffed 24 hours per day, seven days per week, works with people in psychiatric crisis who need immediate attention.)
Plan D Nova https://www.plandnova.org/ (a website for Northern Virginia teens who suffer from depression: #breakthestigma)
CURRENT COVID OPERATIONS
Recording of Dr. Brabrand’s Town Hall Discussing Mask Requirements and Keeping Schools Safe for In-Person Learning
Community Town Hall, 1/24, 7 pm
Free Home COVID-19 Tests Available
Visit covidtests.gov to order your free at-home tests and find free testing locations in your area.
FCPS Protocols for Quarantine/Isolation
Reference the FCPS Health and Safety Guidance for complete details.
Guidance for Returning to School After Quarantine, Pause, or Isolation
Voluntary Student COVID Screening
Portal to register
LTS is the contracted vendor for FCPS student testing. Woodson HS was assigned the testing time of Fridays from 12-3pm. LTS will randomly choose up to 10% of our population, from only those who have agreed to be tested.
Testing is Fridays 12-3 at Woodson, and only takes a few minutes. Students will be missing class to be tested.
Results are uploaded to the same system where you registered your child for this program. Only administrators will have access to this information at Woodson High School.
Have problems registering? Contact LTS for IT support/registration support: fcps@lts.com (NOT affiliated with FCPS and FCPS cannot assist with this process as technical support)
Unvaccinated Athletes COVID Testing
All high school student-athletes participating in FCPS athletic programming who are not fully vaccinated between the ages of 12-15 or between the ages of 16-18 with a medical or religious exemption will be required to submit negative COVID-19 test results to the Director of Student Activities at the school on a weekly basis in order to participate in sports for school year 2021-2022.
Links to: Student-Athlete COVID Testing web page here: https://www.fcps.edu/return-school/return-school-safety/return-school-covid-19-testing/student-athlete-covid-testing.
2021-22 PTSO OFFICERS
Miklos Kiss / President / wptsopres@gmail.com, miklos.c.kiss@outlook.com
Sara Mastro / Vice President - Membership / saralmastro@yahoo.com
Vacant / Fundraising
Amy DeCarlo / Recording Secretary / wptsosecretary@gmail.com
Kyle Durbin / Treasurer / wptsotreasurer@gmail.com
Jill Battaglia / Communications Director /battagliawtw@gmail.com
Michelle Lucas / WTW PTSO Grant Program / WTWoodsonGrants@gmail.com
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