 We LOVE parent volunteers in the cafeteria! Stop by, have lunch with your child, and lend a hand.
Note from Dr. Sheers
Our first 3-hour early release is this Monday, September 16 at 12:30 p.m.
Confirmation emails have been sent to families who expressed childcare hardship who need to stay. SACC students will remain at school. All other students will go home their normal route at 12:30 p.m.
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Back to School Night on September 19. This event is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet your child's teachers, learn about the curriculum for the year, and gain insights into the daily routines and expectations.
What to Expect:
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Classroom Visits: Meet the teachers and see where your child spends their day.
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Curriculum Overview: Learn about the key subjects and activities your child will be engaging in.
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Q&A Sessions: Ask any questions you may have about the school year.
Times:
- 5:30 - 6:15 Kindergarten and First Grade (homeroom teacher classroom)
- 6:15 - 7:00 Second and Third Grade (homeroom teacher classroom)
- 6:15 - 7:00 Fourth Grade (cafeteria)
- 7:00 - 7:45 Fifth (cafeteria) and Sixth Grade (library)
REMINDER - Please respect our neighbors and park legally (do not block mailboxes and/or driveways). You are highly encouraged to walk!
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Picture day serves as an opportunity to capture your child’s current grade in school. Each child will be photographed, but if your child is out there will be a makeup/retake day. Please go to the pre-order link below to order photos. There will be a second chance to order after picture day.
Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day
Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132499#login
Questions about Ordering? Email us at underclass@vosphoto.com
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Immunization Updates - 9/30 Deadline
Please check with your health care provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school.
You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office.
Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:
- A health care provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
- A health care provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
- A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with their religious tenets or practices.
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Find more information on immunizations.
2024 Student Rights and Responsibilities
FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R.
Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Monday, September 30.
You can submit questions online regarding the SR&R.
Volunteer Opportunities
We welcome parent volunteers in the classroom and school in a variety of capacities (i.e. guest reader, library helper, cafeteria helper, assist during Language Arts, etc.). If you have any interest in volunteering, please let me know when and in what capacity you can help by filling out this Google Form. All volunteers must review the WSES Volunteer Procedures and complete the agreement form before volunteering.
Parent Handbook
Our Parent Handbook is linked here with frequently asked questions on our website here.
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Homecoming Parade
West Springfield High School’s SGA homecoming committee invites all staff, students and parents, and the community, to our annual homecoming parade on September 27 at 4:30 p.m. |
We are looking to hire Classroom Monitors and Substitutes! If you are interested in any of these positions, please reach out if you have any questions or if you want more information. Here is a link to FCPS’ application portal.
Classroom Monitors: Monitors will work every day students attend throughout the 2024-25 school year, and will directly support classrooms by providing additional supervision to students. The pay is $17.88/hour. Teachers will provide directions/assignments for monitors and students to complete. Please apply here and email Jason Potten at jepotten@fcps.edu. Please share this opportunity with others who might be interested.
AAP Information Session
Mrs. Seiler, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), will be offering an information session this Fall. Please join us on Monday, October 7, 2024 from 9:00AM -10:00 AM, in the cafeteria, to learn about the AAP Continuum of Services in FCPS and the screening process for Full-Time services. Full-time AAP Services begin in 3rd grade, with the screening process starting in 2nd grade.
Fall Full-Time Referral Deadline
Fall screening for Full Time AAP Services is available for students who are new to FCPS since January 2024. The fall screening referral deadline is October 15, 2024.
The referral form and optional parent questionnaire for Fall referrals can be submitted to Mrs. Seiler at csseiler@fcps.edu.
AAP One-Time Retake Request Deadline
Parents in 1st – 6th grade can request a one-time retake of either the CogAT or NNAT if you feel your child’s score does not reflect their ability. If you would like to request a retake, please email our School Test Coordinator, Jason Potten, jepotten@fcps.edu, by September 15th for the CogAT and October 15th for the NNAT.
Fall AAP 2024 Newsletter
Fall 2024 Newsletter
 Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community.
Blue Star Welcome Week (September 21 – September 29, 2024) is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS
At West Springfield, not only do we want to welcome our Military Families but also all of our new families too with the following events:
Chalk the Sidewalk
Students, families, and school staff members are invited to stop by the school on either Saturday, September 21, or Sunday, September 22, and use sidewalk chalk to write or draw positive and welcoming messages on the school sidewalks to help foster a sense of belonging and ensure our military families feel celebrated and welcomed into our school community.
After-School Popsicles on the Playground for WSES Military Families + New Families
To help celebrate Blue Star Welcome Week, we are hosting an after-school Popsicles on the Playground meet-up for our WSES military-connected families and ALL families new to WSES. Please join us on Wednesday, September 25, from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. at the school playground. This will be a great chance to meet and connect with other families in our school community.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP by Friday, 9/20: https://forms.gle/83Mwir4DyGNS3UNt8
Questions? Contact our family liaison, Ms. Howard, at ahoward@fcps.edu.
Submit Absences
Parents can submit daylong absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Note: Partial day absences and changes of transportation should still be reported directly to the school front office.
Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet? Contact our school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage.
Student Lunch
Online payment for student fees and school store items are available through the MySchoolBucks School Store.
Free and Reduced Meals
Families can apply here.
By Andrea Howard
As your family liaison, my goal is to keep you informed about the valuable resources, events, and family engagement opportunities available through WSES, FCPS, and the community.
If you have questions about navigating the school, learning about FCPS resources, or getting your student set up for success, I'm here to help. Please email or call 703-912-4409 to set up an appointment.
Visit the WSES Family Liaison homepage for additional information and resources.
Save the Date
Monday, September 16 - Three Hour Early Release at 12:30 pm
Thursday, September 19 - Back to School Night (adult only)
- 5:30 - 6:15 Kindergarten and First Grade
- 6:15 - 7:00 Second, Third Grade and Fourth (*time change for 4th)
- 7:00 - 7:45 Fifth and Sixth Grade
Friday, September 20 - Fall Picture Day
Monday, September 22 - 27 - Blue Star Welcome Week/Spirit Week
Wednesday, October 9 - Walk to School Day
WSES 3-Hour Early Release Mondays:
- September 16
- October 21
- November 18
- February 10
- March 10
- April 21
- May 12
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