Bulldog Breakdown 3/26 - 4/1

Good Evening Bulldog Families–

I hope that everybody is doing well and that you had a great weekend!

This was a fantastic week at Westfield. International Night was a smashing success, with incredible performances and a sold out gym. A huge shoutout to SGA for pulling it all together and to all of the performers who made it magical. This was truly one of the many events that make us all proud to be Bulldogs!

Speaking of which, don’t forget to come by the Pyramid Art Show on Wednesday. Each year, we host artists not just from Westfield, but also from our feeders. It’s a great experience. Combine that with any of the number of games this week, and it’ll be a full Westfield experience. I look forward to seeing you here!

As always, please feel free to reach out to me with observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations. You can do that through e-mail (asdibari@fcps.edu) , call, or  through the form located here: https://forms.gle/4eW9rgPRVBF2a5gd8. Please remember that if you do not include your information on the form, I will not be able to follow-up. 

I wish your family a great week! Go Bulldogs!

Tony DiBari 

Proud Principal

Westfield High School

Westfield High School Community Yard Sale

Sign up and join us for our Westfield High School Community Yard Sale being organized by the Entrepreneurship classes. The event is on April 15th from 10 am-2 pm. The Westfield PTSA will also be holding their Community Shred event the same day and will have food trucks onsite. This is a great way to sell your household items, crafts, services like facepainting, travel planning, we have a Entrepreneurship Dual Enrollment student that as signed up as vendor to do henna, or show off your business no matter what the size. If you are selling cookies and lemonade, houses or billion dollar contracts, we have a space for you. All vendors must submit an interest form by March 31st. Sign up here to be a vendor. Have nothing to sell but still want to help? You can come shop or you can sign up here to volunteer as a community member or students can receive up to 4 volunteer hours.

Save the Date for the Westfield Pyramid Art Show!

Our Westfield Pyramid Art Show is coming!!

• New to Westfield? Check out this clip from our show a few years ago to get an idea of what will happen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DqbK2deqQI
• The show will be open on Wednesday, March 29th from 8:10-2:55pm (closed for D lunch) and Thursday, March 30th  from 8:10-11:55am (Closed B, C & D lunch).  Students must be accompanied by a teacher. Outside visitors must check in at the main office.
• All are encouraged to join us for our Opening Reception on Wednesday, March 29th from 6:30-8:00pm, come see the culmination of student learning and our senior portfolios! Come be a part of the magic!! ☺

WHS Pantry

The Westfield PTA Food Pantry is as active as ever, but in need of donations to keep that going.  Our wishlist has many items to easily add to your Amazon cart, with a focus on snacks and breakfast items.  Our link is : https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/EKHX9C5YWW24?ref_=wl_share   Similar items can be purchased locally and dropped off at 5445 Tree Line Dr, Centreville VA. (Large Storage bin on porch).  Snacks must be individually wrapped.  If you have any questions, please reach out to Jen McNerney at jenmcnerney@hotmail.com and Thank you all so much for your help in supporting our Westfield Families.  

Staff Recognition

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. Please visit the following link to recognize staff members who have done impactful things: FCPS Cares

Volunteer Call-out

We are still looking for your help! We value you as community partners and want to invite you to become more involved at Westfield. One way to do this is to volunteer and substitute teach. If you’re interested, the first step is following the links below. Thank you for your willingness to help!

FCPS Volunteers:  https://www.fcps.edu/get-involved/volunteer-fcps 

Substitute Teachers:   https://www.fcps.edu/careers/career-opportunities/substitute-teaching-opportunities/new-applicants

Westfield Volunteer Interest Form:  https://forms.gle/go7B58zdT1cz5Km9A

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Calendar

A comprehensive schedule of events can also be found at www.westfieldathletics.org and on Schoology.

From FCPS

🏆 Students from 15 FCPS High Schools win DECA Awards

Two-hundred-three students from 15 Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) high schools were recognized as competitive event winners at the Virginia DECA State Leadership Conference. These students earned the right to compete at the DECA International Career Development Conference April 22-25. A complete list of winners is available on the FCPS website. This includes many students from Westfield!

Update Your Emergency Care Information Through weCare@school

Fairfax County Public Schools provides weCare@school (weCare), an emergency care information system, to parents/caregivers who have registered for their own parent account. weCare helps manage emergency medical information by allowing parents to enter and update their children’s medical data online at their convenience. That contact information automatically enrolls parents/caregivers to receive eNotify communications from the district and their child’s school. eNotify is the communications tool for FCPS emergency, transportation, attendance, weather closings and delay, and essential outreach messages. Messages are sent via email, text, and occasionally phone. 

Proposed Updates to the 2023-24 Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), and Feedback Opportunities 

Last week, we shared information about the Department of Special Services’ virtual meetings regarding proposed updates to the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Regulation for the 2023-24 school year. The meeting scheduled for Monday, March 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m. is currently on hold. Please check the event webpage for updates. Please stay tuned for details. Visit FCPS’ website.   

Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese can call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS and to receive support if they are having difficulty communicating with their children's schools due to a language barrier.

Registration Open for Virtual Strategic Planning Community Forums

We invite parents/caregivers, students, employees, and community members to join us for a virtual community forum to discuss the first draft of proposed goals for the new Strategic Plan. Forums are scheduled for Monday, April 10, at noon; Tuesday, April 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (in Spanish); and Monday, April 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Click on the date to register for the event. Your participation is important to this work that will help ensure a thriving future for each and every FCPS student. Get more information on our Strategic Planning webpage.

Does Your Child Qualify for PreK or Early Head Start? 

FCPS PreK and Early Head Start Programs provide a quality preschool experience with no cost to qualifying families who live in Fairfax County. Your family may qualify for preK or Early Head Start if you:

• have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30,
• receive free or reduced-price school meals, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Social Security Income, and/or are considered homeless per definition of the McKinney Vento Act, or
• receive resources such as from a shelter and/or the FCPS homeless liaison office.

Though many families may qualify, spaces are limited. Selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with pre-K priority given to 4 year olds. It is important for all families to apply as soon as possible.

Early Head Start is for children 2 years of age and younger, and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon, and Springfield areas.

Visit the Pre-K and Early Head Start webpage for more information, or call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).

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