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UPCOMING EVENTS
MAY
Wednesday, 5/22: Class schedule order change (8-4-6-2), WSHS only
Thursday, 5/23: Class schedule order change (7-3-5-1), WSHS only
Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day (No School)
Friday, 5/31: Student vs. Staff Volleyball Game, 7 p.m., Main Gym
JUNE
Wednesday, 6/5: Annual Sports Physical Night @ WSHS
Thursday, 6/6: Graduation, 9:30 am @ EagleBank Arena (No School)
Saturday, 6/8-6/9: Seniors ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY
Wednesday, 6/12: Last Day of School (Early Release)
IN THIS ISSUE
News and Notes
End of the Year Schedule
Student Services Information
Graduation Bag Policy
Graduation Page
WSHS Student Services Junior Night-Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m. (Virtual)
Next School Year Intention Form
Rising Senior Vaccination
Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes
Seniors
Senior Awards Ceremony
Senior Sports Awards Ceremony
Senior Dues
ANGP 2024
Student Corner
Coursera Career Academy Program
Sports and Activities
Spartan Sports Camps
Sports Physical Night
Sports Tryout Dates
Sports Calendar/Activities Calendar
PTSA
PTSA Nominations for Officer Positions
Athletic Boosters
Spirit Wear
FCPS Information
Superintendent Reid's Community Conversation: Last one May 28
Back to School Immunization Clinics
New to FCPS? Online Registration Now Available
Parent Information Lines
News for the Community
FREE Back to School Physicals/Immunizations
Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications
NEWS AND NOTES
End of Year Schedule
Our end-of-the-year schedule with AP, SOL, and Final Exam Information has been published (see below). SOLS will run through May 30. AP testing occurs through May 24th, and underclass exams and all the important graduation dates are in the calendar below. You can also view the entire schedule on our website.
** Attendance on Testing Days**
Teachers are required to take attendance all day, for ALL students, even on testing days. This means that students are not automatically released for the day after AP exams or SOL testing.
Parents, we appreciate your help; students, we appreciate your compliance as we work together to end the school year successfully! Visit out website for further inquiries about attendance resources.
 
STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION
Graduation Bag Policy
We are excited for you to join us at our ceremony at EagleBank Arena on June 6th at 9:30 AM. In addition to traditionally prohibited items (weapons, noise makers, balls, etc.), we wanted to make you aware of their bag policy.
EagleBank Arena is encouraging guests to not bring a bag, in order to help enhance the contactless experience. If you require a bag for your personal belongings, EagleBank Arena has adopted a clear bag policy and must adhere to the following:
Clear Bag:
- Bag must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with no obscured inside pockets
- Bag must not exceed 12”x12”x6”
- Bag may be 1-gallon plastic zip lock style bag
Clutch Style Bag or Purse:
- Non-clear clutch style bag or purse must not exceed 5”x7”
Small Medical and/or Parenting Bags
- Will be permitted on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to increased security screening.
We look forward to seeing you at our ceremony on June 6th at 9:30AM. Do not hesitate to reach out to John Basta should you have any questions.
**Parents, guardians, and students please visit our recently published Graduation Page for information about graduation, exam/event schedules for Seniors, and much more.**
Parents, please help get your senior to fill out THIS FORM for graduation. Information provided is necessary for gown orders and name pronunciation for graduation.
WSHS Student Services Junior Night (Virtual)
Join us for an insightful and informative virtual evening dedicated to exploring “Life Beyond High School.” Topics will include:
- Discovering opportunities awaiting your child beyond the classroom as they begin to chart their path.
- Learning how Student Services works with your student to explore their pathway
- Researching college admissions, financial aid, and scholarships.
- Helping your student navigate this this transition.
Our expert panel will provide guidance, answer your questions, and equip you with the knowledge and resources necessary to support your student’s journey as they move into the future.
Date: Wednesday, May 22nd
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Place: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/98285371842?pwd=eEc1UHdYbTFQcFFGc2xlSGNkcnEvUT09
We are excited to help prepare your student for the exciting road ahead. We look forward to you joining us.
Warm Regards,
WSHS Student Services.
Next School Year (2024-2025) Intention Form
If you will not be attending West Springfield next school year, please complete our intention form and email to WSStudentServices@fcps.edu
💉Rising 12th Graders: Meningococcal Immunization Requirement
The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.
To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Commissioner of Health have provided the following MenACWY immunization packets for SY 23-24 which can be found on the School Health Services Hub page:
https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grader-Packet_English.pdf
https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/03/Rising-12th-Grade-Letter-Packet_Spanish.pdf
For any questions, please email WSStudentServices@fcps.edu
Academic Advising/Course Selections and Changes
Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,
We have reached the end of our main phase of the academic advising season to select courses for the 2024-2025 school year. After various information opportunities (curriculum night, electives fair, information on our website, academic advising website, and YouTube clips of courses), students were able to meet with their school counselor individually to finalize course selections. The current course selections will drive the development of how many sections we can offer per course, staffing decisions, and the creation of schedules. This process will continue throughout the summer.
The course selections can be reviewed in ParentVue and StudentVue. After parents/guardians have reviewed their student's course selections together, you may use this form to request a change from your original course selections for the 2024-2025 school year.
Please note that completion of this form does not guarantee that your request will be approved. Approval is based on seat availability and pre-requisite requirements. Requests will be reviewed every two weeks from April 4-June 13 and again from August 1-16. During these two time periods, if your request is approved, confirmation will be sent to the student's FCPS and parent/guardian email address provided on the form. If approved, students and families will also be able to see the change(s) in StudentVue and ParentVue. If the student wants to revoke a submitted request, please contact your school counselor by June 13th.
SENIORS
Senior Awards Ceremony
The Senior Awards Ceremony, on Monday June 3rd at 9am in Spartan Hall, is by invitation. The ceremony will honor those students who are the recipients of a West Springfield memorial, alumni, or community award. We will also recognize our graduates who have signed a contract to enlist in the military, earned an ROTC scholarship or accepted an appointment to a U.S. Service Academy. All students / parents meeting the above criteria will receive an email invite to the ceremony.
NOTE: honor graduates will be recognized during commencement; any student winning a Department Award for academic merit will be presented at an alternate venue.
🤾🏽♀️Senior Sports Awards Ceremony
Monday, June 3rd
WSHS Auditorium
6:00 p.m. Refreshments
6:30 p.m. Ceremony Begins
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💵Senior Dues
Seniors! You MUST pay senior dues in order to get your cap and gown. Dues can be paid in MySchoolBucks! Please contact Ms. Briana Salvato blsalvato@fcps.edu if you have any questions
**No Checks after May 15th**
🎉ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY-2024!!
General information at https://linktr.ee/WSHSANGP.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We have numerous ways you can help! We need LOTS of volunteers the night of the event. We welcome parents of juniors to volunteer, so you know what to expect next year when it's your turn:). Thank you in advance! Sign up to volunteer at the event HERE
Sign up to donate items on our Amazon Wish List
YARD SIGNS FOR SALE
Have you purchased your Class of 2024 Yard Sign yet? Options to personalize! Show your Spartan spirit all year long with a Spartan Class of 2024 or Home of a Spartan yard sign. Yard signs aren’t just for seniors! All proceeds benefit the ANGP for the Class of 2024!
Order yours at https://wshs-angp.square.site/signs
SEASONAL ROOTS FUNDRAISER
Friends and families of West Springfield High School can sign up for the Seasonal Roots online farmers market and get a 1-year membership for just $25 (50% off)! For each sign up, Seasonal Roots will donate $20 to the West Springfield High School All Night Grad Party!
Seasonal Roots offers custom orders with convenient home delivery of a wide variety of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, eggs, milk and artisan goods.
Click HERE to sign up and be sure to use the promo code WSHSANGP2024.
STUDENT CORNER
Coursera Career Academy Program
Explore exciting career paths and gain access to over 30 professional certifications from industry leaders (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM), all at NO COST.
Browse the FCPS Student Academy Catalog here
Join in 3 Easy Steps:
1. Complete the student interest form
2. Get parent/guardian permission to access Coursera
3. Create Coursera account and get started
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SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES
Spartan Sports Camps
(Elementary-High School Opportunities)
Girls Basketball-June 17-21
Volleyball-June 24-28
Baseball-June 17-21 & 24-28
Coed Basketball- July 8-12
Softball- July 15-18
For more information and registration click here
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Sports Physical Night
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The annual Sports Physical Night will be hosted at West Springfield on June 5th in collaboration with Lake Braddock and South County.
Appointments start at 5:30pm.
Use the link below to register:
Student registration
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Medical Professionals Needed
Help support the West Springfield Athletic Training Program by signing off on PPEs at our Annual Sports Physical Night on June 5th!
Volunteer registration
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🏑Sports Tryout Dates
Are you planning to try-out for a sports team at West Springfield?
- Season Start Dates:
- Fall Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, August 5, 2024
Cross Country, Cheerleading, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Girls Volleyball
**Exception: Golf begins August 1, 2024
PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL SPORTS DO BEGIN IN AUGUST. ALL SUMMER VACATIONS SHOULD BE PLANNED FOR JUNE/JULY.
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Winter Sports: Try-outs begin Monday, November 11, 2024
Boys/Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Wrestling
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Spring Sports: Monday, February 24, 2025
Baseball, Crew, Girls/Boys Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Girls/Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls/Boys Tennis
- If you have sport specific questions, please contact the coach directly. Please find coaches contact information HERE
Each athlete MUST complete the 2 items below prior to any off season workout or try-outs:
- VHSL physical is required for participation. It must be dated after May 1, 2024. The VHSL Physical Form can be found HERE
- Please make sure that the insurance information is included, and all parent/student signatures are on the form.
- Please turn your Physical into the Activities Office. Mail to: Attn: Chris Worrell ATC West Springfield HS, 6100 Rolling Road, Springfield VA, 22152 or email to: cworrell@fcps.edu
- Families & student-athletes must complete the online Athletic Registration each school year after May 1st for the following school year. You can find this link HERE. The information on the registration must be updated each year for the student-athlete to be eligible. Please update any emergency contact information, complete the concussion education, and check the sport(s) that they wish to try-out for.
- Instructions for how to complete Athletic Registration can be found HERE
Athletics Website: https://westspringfieldspartansathletics.com/
Spartan Sports Calendar, Week of May 20-25
Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!
You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:
X: @wshssports
YouTube Channels: LINK
Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose
School Activities Calendar. Check it out.
PTSA
PTSA Nominations for Officer Positions
The PTSA is seeking nominations for:
1) President
2) 1st vice president
3) 2nd vice president
4) Treasurer
5) Secretary
A list of the duties and the persons currently serving in these roles can be found here: https://wshsptsa.net/about/committee/
It is our hope that the WSHSPTSA continues to grow. So please consider serving in one of the Officer positions. You may send an e-mail to nominating@wshsptsa.net with the following information:
1) Name;
2) Contact info (email and/or phone number);
3) Officer Position for nomination; and
4) Any relevant information on why you are seeking this position.
Nominations close at 11:59pm on May 21, 2024.
The Nominating Committee will present its recommended slate of candidates and officers will be elected at the PTSA membership meeting on June 4, 2024. Nominations from the floor will be permitted.
Should you have any questions please don’t hesitate to send them to the Nominating Committee at nominating@wshsptsa.net.
We will be discussing the process at the next PTSA meeting, which is next Tuesday, May 14 at 7:30pm. Register here for that meeting.
Athletic Boosters
Need additional information? Check out our website and social media pages at:
📣Spirit Wear
Shop online for spirit wear. Two options:
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Option #1: HERE
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20% Off on Orders $100+ While Supplies Last. Code: ENJOY20
(Exclusions apply to the brands: The North Face, Acrux, Carhartt, and TravisMathew).
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Option # 2: Looking for flannel pajama bottoms, hoodies, beanies, and decals? These items are available at the concession stand at all home games!
FCPS INFORMATION
Superintendent Reid's Community Conversations
Dear WSHS Families,
Dr. Michelle Reid has been hosting Community Conversations and Employee Conversations throughout the division since the fall of this school year. She is committed to getting to know our school communities.
The dates for the final two Community Conversations are below. These events provide a great opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect with Dr. Reid, share concerns and ideas. She is there to listen and answer your questions. Your voice is important.
We invite you to register for one of the last community conversations of the school year. Please register for a time and place that is convenient for you. Pre-registration is not required, but does help us plan
May 28, 2024 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
at Katherine Johnson Middle School,
Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030 -
REGISTER HERE
Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
For more information please visit our website.
We look forward to seeing you at one of the last Superintendent Community Conversation of the year.
Resources for Families New to FCPS
Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible!
Register Your Children Online
Online registration is available for new and re-enrolling FCPS families. Apply today to help schools plan for the 2024-25 school year.
Note: Registration is not required for currently enrolled FCPS students.
📞 Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
FCPS Quick Links
News for the Community
FREE School Physicals and Immunizations
INOVA Cares clinics are offering children ages 5 and older FREE School Physicals and Immunizations for the 2024-25 school year (Medicaid or Uninsured Children Only).
Saturday Dates and Locations:
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
June 29-ICC-Children-Manassas
July 20- ICC-Children-Herndon
August 17-ICC-Children-Falls Church
Appointments Required!
(NO Walk-ins will be allowed)
Call 703-698-2550
🎓 Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications
The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) has released their annual list of colleges and universities that are still accepting applications from prospective freshmen or transfer students for fall 2024. Users may narrow down the list of schools by state and view whether a school still has financial aid, as well as unfilled housing.
NACAC provides an enrollment deposit fee waiver request form that is considered by some institutions for students experiencing significant financial hardship. Students and families may contact their school counselor or college and career specialist with any questions.
Students who still need assistance completing the FAFSA or VASA financial aid forms can schedule a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax. Email Appointments@CollegeAccessFairfax.org. All FAFSA or VASA help that your school or College Access Fairfax provides is free.
WSHS Social Media
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Need Help? Contact our Family Liaison
If you have questions about navigating the school, learning about FCPS resources, or getting your student setup for success, our Family Liaison can help. Email or sign up for Talking Points. Use code the code T6AXZW
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