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In this week’s WPHS News You Choose:
- Important Dates
- Scholastic Art Winners
- Prospective Student (Non-FCPS) Open House
- School News Update
- College and Career Center Updates
- SAT/ACT Prep News
- Quick Links/Additional Resources
Important Dates
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January 25: West Potomac Wellness Day, end of 2nd quarter, 2 hour early release
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January 26 & 27: Student holiday
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January 28: Mock ACT and SAT offered by Applerouth
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February 1: Gap Year 6:30 PM at West Springfield HS
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February 3: Leadership Application deadline
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February 6: PTSA Meeting at 6:30 PM in library
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February 28: Mock ACT and SAT offered by Applerouth
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March 11: Mock ACT and SAT offered by Applerouth & Applerouth SAT and ACT group class begins
Scholastic Art Winners
- Congratulations to Perrin Ash, Nikol Brodovska, Reese Haggerty, Fatima Khalid, Olivia Myers, Monica Palacios, Piero Roque, Faren Sachs, Morgan Sheedy, and Lauren Studdiford who were recently selected for 2023 Scholastic Art Recognition!
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Please visit this link on our West Potomac website to see their award winning art work!
Prospective Student (Non-FCPS family) Open House
- Do you know a family who is considering enrolling their child at West Potomac for the 2023-24 school year and currently isn’t enrolled in an FCPS school? Please share with them that on Wednesday January 25 from 2-3:30pm we will be holding an open house to learn more about West Potomac!
- Interested families are asked to RSVP using this link.
- If you have any questions, please email Kevin McMahon at kjmcmahon@fcps.edu
PTSA News
- We will resume our monthly PTSA meetings on Monday, February 6th at 6:30pm in the school library.
- On Wednesday, January 25, the early release day at the end of the quarter, West Potomac High School will be hosting a Wellness Day for all students. The day will consist of opportunities for students to explore their wellness in a variety of ways. Teachers will be leading sessions focusing on creativity, community engagement, physical wellness, and strategies to nurture good mental health habits. There will be something for everyone! This is a big undertaking, and in order to help the day run smoothly the staff has requested parent volunteers to assist in some of the more involved sessions. There are also needs for donations to support the day and its events.
- Please sign up to assist in person or by making a donation if you can. Thank you so very much for your continued support of the mighty mighty Wolverines.
The WPHS PTSA Board
Amazon Smile
- Did you know that your Amazon shopping during this holiday season benefits the PTSA as well? Just make sure to list "West Potomac High School PTSA) as the Charity under "Charity List" and Amazon will give back 0.05% to our PTSA for all qualifying purchases! And since Amazon shopping is a part of most of our routine (no shame😉), it's the easiest way to help the PTSA!
Please join the PTSA today if you've not already done so. It's quick and easy -- just click here.
PTSA DIRECT DONATION: Click Here
School News
Come support the Class of 2024 at Chipotle on February 14th from 4 – 8 PM!!!!
  Donations of Soft Goods and Books to Benefit the Dance Team
- The West Potomac Dance Team is collecting (1) bags of clothes and soft household goods and (2) books to donate to a local thrift organization. The team makes money based on the weight of the donations, so the more the better! This time book donations are permitted and should help increase the weight of the collection. You can drop off bags/containers of soft goods and books at the blue bin by the side Springbank entrance at West Potomac on Saturday, February 11 from 8:00 to 10:30 am. Donation receipts will be available. Thank you for supporting the Dance Team!
WPHS Leadership Training:
- The focus of this course is to complete and put forth projects throughout WP and the community, to improve and expand leadership skills on an individual level. Along with planning events such as Homecoming, students will participate in collaborative class discussions and group activities, team builders, and individual exercises and much more.
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For rising Freshman: if you are interested in taking Leadership Training, there is a mandatory application that can be found at https://tinyurl.com/WPLeadershipRising9 that is due by Friday February 3rd at 11:59 PM.
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For rising 10th-12th graders: if you are interested in taking Leadership, check out the all student Schoology for more information and a link to the application. The application can also be found here: https://tinyurl.com/WPLeadership2023 and is due Friday February 3rd at 11:59 PM.
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If you have questions please contact Nicole Borghard at nmborghard@fcps.edu or Joe Petrucelli at jrpetrucelli@fcps.edu.
FCPS High School Academy Open House
- FCPS high school academies will hold open houses for interested students beginning in mid-January.
- A high school academy is a center within a high school that offers advanced technical and specialized courses that can prepare students for postsecondary education and/or career fields. Students enrolling in Academy elective courses will have opportunities to participate in a variety of career experiences including shadowing, mentoring, and/or internships with local businesses.
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Learn more and find the calendar of Academy Open Houses.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend of Service Opportunities
- FCPS students continue to find incredible ways to serve their community while building Portrait of a Graduate skills such as becoming an ethical and global citizen. FCPS is excited to collaborate again with Volunteer Fairfax for the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend of Service, Saturday, January 14, to Monday, January 16. This service opportunity helps empower individuals and strengthens communities while honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- Volunteer Fairfax will host several ways for the community to get involved including volunteer activities for students and adults of all ages. To learn more about the MLK Jr. Weekend of Service and the specific service activities, visit Volunteer Fairfax’s website.
College and Career Center Updates
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Enrichment programs are an opportunity for students to explore their interests or learn new skills. Programs are held on a variety of topics throughout the year, including the summer. Students can utilize Naviance to explore different programs, including instructions on how to apply. Below are a few of the programs currently posted. Students can go to Naviance Student>Colleges> Research Colleges>Enrichment Programs.
BLAST Summer Program for Rising 9th and 10th Graders
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Application Deadline: February 1st
- Building Leaders for Advancing Science and Technology (BLAST) offers an exciting way for rising 9th and 10th grade students to spend three days of summer! Participating students get to stay in a college dorm and see what campus life is like on-site at one of our three partner universities: Old Dominion University, Virginia Tech, or the University of Virginia. Each day of BLAST is jam-packed with science, technology, engineering, and math-related (STEM) activities and demonstrations led by faculty of the university. Students come away from BLAST with a greater sense of curiosity, deeper insight about the variety of careers that exist in STEM, and enhanced readiness for advanced STEM programs.
- The BLAST program is a partnership between the Virginia Space Grant Consortium, Old Dominion University, the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Engineering Summer Academy at Penn
- Application Deadline: April 1st
- The Engineering Summer Academy at Penn (ESAP) welcomes highly motivated and talented students to explore Engineering at the college level. The Academy’s intensive, three-week programs combine sophisticated theory with hands-on practical experience in cutting edge technologies. Work with leading faculty while earning college credit, live on Penn’s historic campus, and connect with new friends from around the world.
Veterinary Medicine Careers Exploration
- Program Date: March 4th
- Attention high school students. Have you ever wondered what it is like to practice veterinary medicine? Are you thinking about veterinary medicine as a possible field of study? Are you familiar with the multitude of career choices within the field of veterinary medicine? Veterinarians with specialties in wildlife and emergency and critical care will discuss their work and their educational and professional journeys. Plus, a surgical and ophthalmology veterinary nurse, who transitioned to veterinary equipment supply and sales, will share her experiences. Students will explore Veterinary Medicine Careers with experts in the field. Three speakers will share their experiences and expertise during the two-hour workshop. Students will gain a greater understanding of the many different opportunities within the veterinary medicine field and have an opportunity to have their questions answered.
(Disclaimer: Enrichment programs offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or this school.)
Don’t forget to follow the College & Career Center on Twitter: @wphsccc & Instagram: @westpoccc
SAT/ACT Test Prep Upcoming Events
Mock (Practice) Tests:
Walk-In registration for mocks ($28.00) available as space allows. Check should be payable to WPHS PTSA.
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Mock SAT Date: 01/28/23 Saturday, 9:00am - 12:45pm, $23 Sign Up
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Mock ACT Date: 01/28/23 Saturday, 9:15am - 1:30pm, $23 Sign Up
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Mock ACT Date: 02/18/23 Saturday, 9:00am - 1:15pm, $23 Sign Up
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Mock SAT Date: 02/18/23 Saturday, 9:00am - 12:45pm, $23 Sign Up
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Mock SAT Date: 03/11/23 Saturday, 9:00am - 12:45pm, $23 Sign Up
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Mock ACT Date: 03/11/23 Saturday, 9:15am - 1:30pm, $23 Sign Up
Why Take a Mock SAT or ACT?
- Did you know that 54% of students show a natural increase the second time they take a real test? Use the mock to practice test time management skills – see if you have the ability to apply the content and strategies learned while studying when in an official test environment. Test your mental endurance. Earn confidence for the “real thing.”
Do You Know Your Test Preference?
- Most students will show a strong preference for either the SAT or ACT format. This preference usually results in students naturally testing the SAT equivalent of 100 points higher on their preferred test. Sponsored by PTSA, mock tests are offered on campus to help students determine their preferred format and establish baseline test scores – not to mention the benefits of practice. Sophomores can make their junior year less hectic by determining test preference now! Juniors, get a little extra practice!
Group Classes:
SAT Group Class, First Mock Test: 03/11/23, Sessions: 03/18/23 - 05/20/23
Meets: Saturday (Full Schedule), Max Class Size: 15, $425 Sign Up
SAT Group Class First Mock Test: 03/11/23, Sessions: 03/18/23 - 05/20/23
Meets: Saturday (Full Schedule), Max Class Size: 15, $425 Sign Up
ACT Group Class First Mock Test: 03/11/23, Sessions: 03/25/23 - 05/27/23
Meets: Saturday (Full Schedule), Max Class Size: 15, $425 Sign Up
FREE Online Applerouth Webinars:
Questions? Contact Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com
Scholarships! Need-based scholarships to mocks and classes are available to WPHS students. Contact Karen Young, CCC Specialist, kbyoung@fcps.edu
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