Upcoming Events
Monday, 05/30 – Holiday (Memorial Day, No School)
Tuesday, 05/31 – Graduation for Class of 2022 (9:30am, No School)
Friday, 06/03 - Thursday, 06/09 – Undergraduate Exams
Monday, 06/06 - Thursday 06/09 – Early Release Days (11:15am)
Friday, 06/10 – Last Day of School (Early Release, 9:55am)
A Message to Our Families
Spartan Community,
I want to take a moment to acknowledge the recent acts of violence committed across our nation in Buffalo, NY, in Uvalde, TX, and closer to home in the City of Alexandria. We are all struggling to find the right words, partly because we all want to imagine a world where tragedies like this won't happen; but mostly because these senseless acts have a common thread – they all involved children. I share in your grief, fear, and frustration. These events impact us all in personal ways.
One thing we all have in common is our condemnation of these senseless acts of violence. Another thing we have in common is our commitment to keeping our schools, and the students and employees safe. At West Springfield High School, we remain vigilant in maintaining a safe space for our students to learn and grow. In today's environment, we are reminded of the importance of safety and security measures in our schools. In that regard, we continue to practice day-to-day safety and security measures. We continue to remind students about the importance of reporting to their teachers and administrators when they hear of planned violence or disrupting activities that have the potential to impact other students and our school. We continue to respond swiftly to any concern or possible event.
Lastly, we also know that our students need care, support, and understanding as they learn about acts of gun violence. We have that support in place and encourage everyone to use them. This helpful resource provided by The National Association of Psychologists can be used to help guide your discussion with your children. Our Student Services Department is also available if you find your child in need of additional support.
As with other challenges we have faced, we will work through this together. We stand together, as the Spartan community and in solidarity with the families of those who have lost loved ones over these past two weeks.
For more information and resources please visit:
Gun Violence in Schools- Resources and Safety Measures Webpage.
Calendar Reminder
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 30, for the Memorial Day holiday. May 31 is WSHS Graduation Day; there is no school that day for Spartan underclassmen.
See the complete 2021-22 school year calendar.
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GRADUATION TIME FOR THE CLASS OF 2022!!!
Senior parents, guardians and families can find the most up-to-date information regarding graduation at the WSHS Class of 2022 Website.
Important Graduation Ceremony Information
Live-Streaming Options for Class of 2022 Graduation
Families can access the live-stream of the Class of 2022 Graduation Ceremony at this link:
http://tinyurl.com/WestSpring2022
To purchase a recording of the graduation ceremony, order online at https://www.memoriesvideography.com/graduations/high-schools/.
Questions? Please contact ricky@memoriesvideography.com; (804) 273-9044.
REMINDER
Seniors should only bring their cap and gown and car keys to graduation. Everything else will be taken and returned at the end of the ceremony at the loading dock.
It's Happening: School Counselors Assembling Diplomas
Underclassmen End of Year Info
End of Year Exams
Final exams get underway next week. Check THIS LINK for information regarding exact testing dates and the early release days/ times for the remainder of the year.
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Health Room Notice
The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded. It is school policy that prescription medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian; prescription medication cannot be sent home with your student. Students may, however, transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room with parental permission. Parents with questions or who want to make inquires should contact our School Health Aide at (703) 913-3810.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES NEWS and UPDATES
Check out what's happending across the entire school!
Recap: Buddies Club Prom - What Fun We Had!!
 Thanks to the students and families that came out to our first Buddies Club Prom celebration since the pandemic. Thanks to our army of student and teacher volunteers. Thanks to our administration for allowing the Buddies Club to have this event on our campus. What a fun night we all had!
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The Oracle
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WSHS Madrigals to Perform at the Virginia Music Educators Conference
 The WSHS Madrigals where invited to perform at the Virginia Music Educators Conference in Richmond this Fall, November 17-19. They where selected in a blind audition of former educators from the state. We’re very honored to attend!
Spartan Sports News and Events
2022 Patriot District Champions!
 2022 PATRIOT DISTRICT CHAMPIONS!!!! Way to work hard all season Spartans: Girls Track, Boys Track, Softball.
2022 Regional Champions!
Both Boys and Girls 4x800 captured the Regional Championship and move onto the state championships next weekend. The Boys team also broke a school record that has stood for 20 years. Congratulations!
Varsity Regionals Continue This Weekend
Spartans athletes compete in various regional contests this weekend, at West Springfield.
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Girls Soccer, Friday May 27, 6:30pm
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Baseball, Friday May 27, 6:30pm
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Boys and Girls Outdoor Track, Saturday May 28, 10am
Next week, we anticipate many of our Track athletes will compete at States. Stay tuned!
Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of May 30 - June 3
Click image for calendar, rosters, and schedules.
The Activities Office will be hosting the Annual Senior Sports Banquet on Sunday, June 5th at 5pm in the Main Gym at West Springfield HS. This event is only for Seniors. Students can be accompanied by two parents or guardians (no friends as guests).
For planning purposes, we are trying to gather a head count. We request students complete the following SURVEY, by June 1st.
Athletic Training Annual Physical Night - June 9
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The Athletic Training Annual Sports Physical Night is scheduled for June 9, at Lake Braddock High School. All proceeds ($50 per student) go to the West Springfield Athletic Training Program. This is our only fundraiser for the year and is the only way our program receives funds to purchase supplies for the student athletes.
Student Registration: : https://forms.gle/dSNCjto7nUtkr4Uk7
Volunteer to Help: https://forms.gle/zJrGabyD7xunnvYS9
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Registration is Now Open for the 2022-2023 School Year
 All athletes must complete the activity registration in order to be eligible for high school sports. Concussion education is included in the registration. Get in the game early! Use this LINK to register.
Get the latest updates on the WSHS calendar of Spring sporting events HERE. Calendars, coaching information, scoreboard, team standings, quick links to useful info and more. Support Spartan Athletics!
Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!
You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:
Twittter: @wshssports
YouTube Channels: LINK
All Night Grad Party Announcements
ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY - ANGP
ANGP Date: June 1-2, 2022
Time: 11pm - 5am
Location: The St. James
Over 440 tickets have been sold. Ticket cost is $85.
Ticket includes access to: casino, ice skating, magician/hypnotist, basketball, volleyball, baseball/softball hitting house, golf simulator, pool, esports, virtual reality, obstacle course, DJ, unlimited food, drinks, prizes, raffles, caricatures, photobooth and more!
Reduced/Free Lunch Ticket $25; email wshsangp@gmail.com for information.
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Parent Volunteers
There are still some open volunteer slots. The St. James staff will be present in all locations to facilitate games. All Spartan families, relatives, and older siblings welcome! It’s a great opportunity for Class of 2023 parents to shadow.
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FOLLOW Class of 2022 ANGP ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Class of 2022 Parent Facebook: WSHSCLASSOF2022
Class of 2022 Parent and Student Instagram: WSHSANGP
Class of 2023 Parents!
Jiffy Lube Live is the All Night Grad Party 2023 largest fundraiser.
If you completed in person training, please sign up below to volunteer at the concerts. Volunteer at 4 concerts to earn a FREE Class of 2023 ANGP ticket or 6 concerts to also earn a FREE Prom ticket.
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WSHS ANGP BOOSTER ORGANIZATION OFFICER ELECTIONS
The ANGP Steering Committee is seeking volunteers to fill the following Class of 2023 Board position:
Voting will take place at the June ANGP meeting.
Please email wshsangp@gmail.com for additional information.
Check for updates on the Class of 2023 Parent Facebook Page WSHSCLASSOF2023.
FCPS INFORMATION
Webinar on Opioid Use Trends and Support Set for June 7
Opioid overdoses are on the rise in the Fairfax Health District, which is consistent with national and state trends.
Fairfax County Public Schools is partnering with Fairfax County Government to provide an educational webinar on substance use trends and supports June 7 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Register for the June 7 webinar.
The webinar will cover topics including:
- Most Commonly Used Substances.
- In Depth Opioid Information.
- Reasons Why Youth Use Substances.
- Ways Parents Can Support their Children.
- Available FCPS and Fairfax County Resources.
- How to connect with support providers.
Language interpretation will be available in Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, and Korean. American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting by an ASL/Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) Team will also be provided.
Learn more about what you can do to help and prevent overdoses in our Healthy Minds blog.
Quick Links
COMMUNITY NEWS
MEMORIAL DAY Weekend: Honoring our Fallen
 Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May. Since the late 1950s, on the Thursday before Memorial Day, the 1,200 soldiers of the 3rd U.S. Infantry place small American flags at each of the more than 260,000 gravestones at Arlington National Cemetery. They then patrol 24 hours a day during the weekend to ensure that each flag remains standing.
Red poppy flowers are also often placed on crosses near the graves of fallen war heroes. The tradition of the poppy comes from the poem, 'In Flanders Field', written in May 1915 by John McCrae after the Second Battle of Ypres. The poppy, which bloomed in battlefields during the first world war in Belgium and France, has become a symbol of remembrance and is a key element of the Remembrance Day observations in the UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
Since 2001, the 'National Moment of Remembrance Act' has defined 3pm local time on Memorial Day as the National Moment of Remembrance. A number of organizations throughout the country observe this moment, including Amtrak, whose trains blast their whistles, Major League Baseball and NASCAR.
Each year, the President requests that all governors of the United States direct the flag to be flown at half-staff until noon on Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds and naval vessels. U.S. citizens are also asked to display the flag at half-staff from their homes before noon.
More than 645,000 have lost their lives in service to our country since World War I. Today, more than 100 years since the end of the war, we have a profound opportunity to remember their ultimate sacrifice with a moment of silence, a reverent act or a thoughtful gesture of thanks. We encourage you to pay tribute to our nation's fallen this weekend.
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Parking Enforcement
Student, staff and visitor parking policies will be enforced until the last day of school. Drivers must have a parking pass displayed in their car windshield unless parked in a visitors spot. We appreciate everyone's compliance.
Since the late 1950s, on the Thursday before Memorial Day, the 1,200 soldiers of the 3rd U.S. Infantry place small American flags at each of the more than 260,000 gravestones at Arlington National Cemetery. They then patrol 24 hours a day during the weekend to ensure that each flag remains standing.
English Classes at Literacy Council of Northern Virginia
LCNV continues in-person beginning level English and skilled based classes this summer. Participation requires full vaccination against COVID-10, with proof of vaccination in order to register. Classes are $65. Click image to view the full flyer. Register HERE. You can also call at (703) 237-0866.
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About the Survey
The Virginia Young Adult Survey (YAS) is a statewide survey that will collect data at a local level. Obtaining local data is vital to understanding behavioral health trends and needs across Virginia’s communities. These data can support prevention planning to help meet local needs and target strategies more effectively.
The Young Adult Survey is completely anonymous and will be open for participation from February to June 30, 2022. We anticipate the 30-question survey will take you approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.
PEDIATRIC HEALTH FAIRS
Inova Cares Clinics to provide children ages 5+
with School Physicals and Immunizations needed to begin the 2022-23 School Year. (Medicaid or Unisured Children Only)
Appointments are needed. Call (703) 698-2550. Click flyer for locations scheduled dates.
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