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In this week’s WPHS News You Choose:
- Important Dates
- West Po High Fives
- PTSA News
- School News Update
- Class of 2023 Information
- Student Services and College and Career Center Updates
- SAT/ACT Prep News
- Quick Links/Additional Resources
Important Dates
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March 2: Two-Hour Early Release
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March 3: Student Holiday
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March 6 PTSA Meeting at 6:30 PM in library
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March 7: Preparing families for Difficult Conversations about Alcohol & Drugs – Parents only Presentation – 6pm in library
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March 8: Class of 2024 College Planning Night – 6pm
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March 11: Mock ACT and SAT offered by Applerouth & Applerouth SAT and ACT group class begins
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March 18: WABC Mulch Sale
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April 3 – 7: Spring Break
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April 10: PTSA Meeting at 6:30 PM in library
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April 13: End of Third Quarter
West Po High Fives
- In an effort to recognize the amazing work being done by the faculty and staff here at West Potomac HS, you can nominate any adult who works in the building to receive a virtual high five. To nominate someone, simply fill out this form.
- https://bit.ly/WPHSHighFive23
 The West Potomac HS GEMS (Girls in Engineering Math and Science) club volunteered at the Fort Hunt Elementary School STEAM Night. Happy Engineers Week!
PTSA News
- Thank you to everyone who made Pyramid Night at West Potomac HS last week such a big success! It was so wonderful to see every single one of our PTAs represented and to also see Dr. Taylor and Karen Corbett-Sanders. We are committed to showing unity and purpose within both our pyramid and region!
- Please pre-order a West Potomac pyramid shirts (deadline 2/25)!
- https://carlsandburgms.memberhub.com/store/items/826304
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
West Potomac PTSA is looking for a 2023 – 2024 Test Prep Chair!
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Best Volunteer Opportunity EVER! Do you have freshman and/or younger students? Well, SAT/ACT tests are in your future. Be on the cutting edge of changes to the official tests and college admissions by chairing the PTSA’s Test Prep Program! No test prep experience is needed just strong organization and customer service skills. Contact Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com, to learn more about managing this rewarding program. Planning for summer and next school year starts soon. Now is a great time to jump on board and learn the ropes
 On Wednesday evening our Orchestra program held their Pre Assessment Concert! It was a beautiful concert. Best of luck on final prep for Assessments!
School News
West Potomac Band
- Congratulations to Winter Guard for their 4th place finish at the Mount Vernon AIA Competition last Saturday. They will be back in competition this Saturday at Woodgrove High School. Performance time is scheduled for 11:14 a.m. Come out and support the Winter Guard at Woodgrove HS, 36811 Alder School Road, Purcellville, VA 20132. Tickets – $15/Adults (11+), $10/Children (6-10), Free for Under 5.
WABC Mulch Sale
- Support West Po’s Student Athletes by ordering your Spring supply of mulch through the WABC. Place your order before FRIDAY, MARCH 10!!! Delivery or Pickup (your choice!) will on be Saturday, March 18 between 9:00am-2:00pm at Carl Sandburg Middle School (8428 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22308).
***Order 25 or more bags of mulch & get free delivery!!!*** (Orders under 25 bags will incur an additional $25 delivery fee)
Click HERE for more information
Dance Team
- Three Weeks of Dance Team Summer Camp this July — Spaces Filling up Fast!
- Sign up your youngster for one or more weeks of summer fun with dancers and coaches from the West Potomac Dance Team. Camps are open to rising Kindergarten through 8th Grade students and include dance, crafts and lots of time with friendly, talented high school dancers. Themed weeks include U.S. states, Christmas in July, and Hollywood. See details below.
FCPS Student Safety & Wellness Office
- Please review the flyer below regarding an important and informative parent educational opportunity. If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth Knudson, WP Pyramid Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist at eaknudson@fcps.edu
Class of 2023 Information
- Senior Parents & Guardians! It’s 100 days until Graduation which means it is time to pay this year’s seniors dues, which are $75. Dues may be paid via cash, check, or MySchoolBucks. Cash and checks can be dropped off to the Finance Office in the Main Office. If Dues are not paid by April 21st, it will appear as an unpaid obligation which will delay students’ ability to purchase Prom ticket(s).
Student Services and College and Career Center Updates
Class of 2024 College Planning Night
Please join us on Wednesday March 8 for the Class of 2024 College Planning Night. We will welcome expects in the field to include:
- Alexis Jenkins, Regional Assistant Director of Admissions, Radford University
- Mario Cruz, Assistant Director of Admissions, Virginia Tech
- Carla Goodwin, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions, George Mason University
- Jasmine Haywood, Admissions Outreach Cordinator, Northern Virginia Community College
- Jimmy Mauger, Financial Office Manager, Northern Virginia Community College
The agenda for the event is available here: Class of 2024 College Planning Night
While this event is designed for Class of 2024 families, all are welcome!
Lunch & Learn: #WhatsYourCareerWolverines
On Tuesday, 2/28 our next #WhatsYourCareerWolverines career speaker will be at WPHS. Students interested in careers in Firefighting and EMT can bring their lunch to the College & Career Center to hear from Fairfax County Fire & Rescue. This event will be held during every lunch. All students are welcome to attend. Registration is not required.
Lunch & Learn: Understanding Your Financial Aid Award Letter
Along with college admissions decisions, seniors are also receiving financial aid award letters. On Wednesday, March 1st there will be a presentation on what is included in financial aid award letters and understanding the types of aid colleges may offer. While this seminar is targeted to seniors, all students are welcome to attend the presentation. This event will be held in the College & Career Center during every lunch period. Registration is not required.
NOVA Information Sessions:
Northern Virginia Community College is hosting virtual information sessions for seniors & families to learn about the opportunities, services and resources available to students. Sessions are offered in English & Spanish. See the flyer for additional details, including registration details. Questions? Contact admissions@nvcc.edu
 Don’t forget to follow the College & Career Center on Twitter: @wphsccc & Instagram: @westpoccc
SAT/ACT Test Prep Upcoming Events
Best Volunteer Opportunity EVER!
- Do you have freshman and/or younger students? Well, SAT/ACT tests are in your future. Be on the cutting edge of changes to the official tests and college admissions by chairing the PTSA’s Test Prep Program! No test prep experience is needed just strong organization and customer service skills. Contact Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com, to learn more about managing this rewarding program. Planning for summer and next school year starts soon. Now is a great time to jump on board and learn the ropes!
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!
Mock (Practice) Tests through May 20, 2023:
- Walk-In registration for mocks ($28.00) available as space allows. Checks should be payable to WPHS PTSA.
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SAT Practice Test Date: 03/11/23, 9:00am - 12:45pm, $23.00 Sign Up ACT Practice Test Date: 03/11/23, 9:15am - 1:30pm, $23.00 Sign Up
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SAT Practice Test Date: 04/22/23, 9:00am - 12:45pm, $23.00 Sign Up
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ACT Practice Test Date: 04/29/23, 9:15am - 1:30pm, $23.00 Sign Up
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SAT Practice Test Date: 05/13/23, 9:00am - 12:45pm, $23.00 Sign Up
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ACT Practice Test Date: 05/20/23, 9:15am - 1:30pm, $23.00 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.”
Group Classes:
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SAT Group Class First Mock Test: 03/11/23, Sessions: 03/18/23 - 05/20/23, Meets: Sat (Full Schedule), Max Class Size: 15, $425.00 Sign Up
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SAT Group Class First Mock Test: 03/11/23, Sessions: 03/18/23 - 05/20/23, Meets: Sat (Full Schedule), Max Class Size: 15, $425.00 Sign Up
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ACT Group Class First Mock Test: 03/11/23, Sessions: 03/25/23 - 05/27/23, Meets: Sat (Full Schedule), Max Class Size: 15, $425.00 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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