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UPCOMING EVENTS
OCTOBER
Mon, 10/14: Staff Development Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Student Holiday)
Sat, 10/19: SGA Trunk or Treat and Screen on the Green, 5 p.m.
Thu, 10/31: End of Quarter 1 (2 Hour Early Release)
🗓️ Calendar Reminders
See the complete school year calendar
Yom Kippur/Evening-Only Observance Day
Friday, October 11, will be an evening-only observance day for Yom Kippur. There are classes that day, but important events will not occur after school.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Staff Development Day
Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
NEWS AND NOTES
💉Safeway Pharmacy Immunization Clinic
FOR ALL FCPS STUDENTS
Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:
- Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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NEW DATE: Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students under the age of 19 to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.
💉Immunization Clinic at WSHS
In collaboration with Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD), FCPS will host school site immunization clinics. These clinic events will be hosted during the school day.
Three adolescent vaccines will be available: Tdap, Meningococcal, and HPV. Students may only participate in the clinic at the school site where they are enrolled.
Parental/Guardian consent is required for your student to receive immunizations. Please submit the signed Adolescent Vaccine Clinic Consent Form to the school’s front office prior to the school’s clinic date.
West Springfield High School's Clinic is on December 17th
Additional immunization information and resources are available below:
🚘Attention Parents of 10th Grade Health, PE, and Driver Ed Students
A reminder that the first opportunity to attend the Partners for Safe Teen Driving (PSTD) presentation will be on Wednesday, October 16. The PSTD will begin promptly at 7pm in the WSHS Auditorium. Doors will open at 6:45pm and will be closed at 7pm.
This is a required component of Driver Education. Only students that are currently enrolled in HPE 10 at WSHS may attend. A parent is required to attend, and sit with, their child. Both the parent and student need to be present to earn completion credit.
Please bring a pen to complete the registration form. You will submit the completed form during the presentation. There is no need to register ahead of time. We anticipate large numbers for this session; only 1 parent needs to attend.
If you are unable to attend on October 16, you should plan to attend another session this school year(January 14, March 19, or May 21). Please address any specific questions to your child’s HPE 10 teacher.
STUDENT CORNER
Discover Your Potential with the ASVAB!
What is the ASVAB?
The ASVAB, or Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, is a free career exploration program that helps students identify their strengths and explore potential career paths. It's more than just a military test – it's a valuable tool for anyone planning their future!
How can the ASVAB help me?
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Identify your skills: The ASVAB assesses your abilities in math, science, verbal skills, and mechanical comprehension, helping you understand your strengths.
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Explore career options: Receive personalized career suggestions based on your ASVAB results and learn about different career paths and educational opportunities.
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Plan your future: Whether you're considering college, trade school, or entering the workforce, the ASVAB provides resources to help you make informed decisions about your future.
Take the ASVAB at WSHS!
The ASVAB will be administered at WSHS on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 8:25 AM.
Registration is required! The deadline to register is Monday, December 2, 2024, by 3:00 PM.
Learn More:
Visit the ASVAB Program website for more information: https://www.asvabprogram.com/
WSHS Low Incidence Small Business
DID YOU KNOW… Our special education students in the Low Incidence program started a small business?! We make Crayon Letters, Lanyards, Wooden Signs and Cups!
Original Creations is a small business that offers meaningful work experiences to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at West Springfield High School. It provides opportunities for them to develop a wide range of functional skills that are essential for independence. It celebrates their willingness to learn, as well as the hard work and love they put into each product.
Check it out and share with family/friends! https://sites.google.com/view/wshsoriginalcreations/home
📷Student Portraits Now Online
Families should have received an E-proof via email. Please remember to check your spam.
For any questions about your student's school pictures please contact: underclass@vosphoto.com
The team at Victor O’Neill Studios would like to thank West Springfield High School for a great picture day!
🚗Learner's Permit Test at WSHS
When: 3:10pm- specific dates below
Where: Room 2228
Cost: $25
2024-25 Dates: 1st Semester shown below
- October 24
- November 21
- December 5
- January 9
Who can take the test: Students MUST be 15 years and 6 months old by the day of the test
- This test is for Fairfax County Public School students ONLY (FCPS ID is required).
- If you have had 2 unsuccessful attempts at passing this test, then you are required to test at the DMV for your 3rd attempt.
Please read the instructions below carefully…
How to Register:
- Visit FCPS ACE and sign up for a specific date- fcps.edu
- Once registered on the FCPS ACE site, you must also register with the DMV. A link is provided during the ACE registration and in your confirmation email. Failure to register with the DMV will result in not being able to test since they issue the secure testing codes to FCPS proctors.
The following are required to the take the test- bring them with you on your test day:
- A picture ID to verify identity. If the student does not have a picture ID, take a picture, write the student's full legal name under the picture, and have a teacher sign to verify the student's identity. You may also show your photo from SIS.
- Earbuds/headphones to listen to directions and test audio (optional).
NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE LEARNERS PERMIT TEST? SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE PREP COURSES!
These 90-minute classes are offered on Zoom and help to prepare students for the permit test. Sign up on aceclasses.fcps.edu. Dates for 1st Semester are 9/25, 10/21, 11/18, 12/4, 1/8.
Send any questions to Casey Grubbs (clgrubbs@fcps.edu)
PTSA
🌮PTSA Social TONIGHT
 When: Friday, Oct. 11, 5-6:30 pm
Where: Tacos and Tequila, 8326 Old Keene Mill Road
🍬Stock the Breakroom
When: October 25, 2024
What: The PTSA needs snack, coffee, drink donations AND Volunteers to help sort, deliver, and distribute items to the breakrooms. You can order on Amazon and they will ship directly to our teacher appreciation chairs.
- If you would like to donate goodies please use the QR code or the Amazon Wishlist Link
- If you would like to sign up to help with distribution please use the QR code or the Signup Genius Link.
All Orders should be delivered no later than THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24TH.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR AMAZING WSHS TEACHERS AND STAFF!
🖼️Reflections Art Program: Accepting Student Submissions!
 Help spread the word: we are now open to accept student submissions!
For more info about the WSHS program use the QR code above or visit our website at https://wshsptsa.net/programs/ptsa-reflections-program/
West Springfield High PTSA
https://wshsptsa.net/
SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES
🏀MARK YOUR CALENDAR: WINTER & SPRING SPORTS PARENT NIGHT
MONDAY, OCTOBER 14th
This meeting is for any parents who have student-athletes interested in trying out for a Winter or Spring Sport. We will host staggered breakout sessions beginning at 6:30 PM. Please enter through Door 5 and report to the designated rooms below. Coaches will review season expectations and provide try-out information.
If your son/daughter plays a Winter and Spring Sport you should do your best to attend the Winter meeting first then visit the Spring meeting.
Winter Sports Meetings will begin at 6:30 PM
Boys Wrestling: Alumni Hall
Girls Wrestling: 2114
Boys Basketball: 2207
Girls Basketball: 2208
Winter and Spring Track and Field: Spartan Hall
Rifle: 2413
Swim & Dive: Auditorium
Spring Sports Meetings will begin at 7:00 PM
Please Note: Crew will meet on a separate night
Boys Soccer: 2223
Girls Soccer: 2224
Boys Lacrosse: Blue Cafeteria
Girls Lacrosse: Orange Cafeteria
Girls Tennis: 2044
Boys Tennis: 2204
Softball: 2225
Baseball: 2228
Spirit Wear and Tickets
If you don’t have Spartan spirit wear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale!
The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7 for adults.
To avoid long lines, we strongly encourage you to purchase a Season Pass, through our eTIX Site. Or you can purchase individual game tickets here.
PLEASE VISIT our WEBSITE www.spartansports.net for more information and our game schedule.
 Spartan Sports Calendar Week of October 14-19
Stay in Touch with Spartan Sports!
You can follow WSHS Spartan Sports on social media:
Website: www.spartansports.net
Instagram: @wshs_sports
Sign Up For the Sports and Activities News You Choose
 School Activities Calendar. Check it out.
NEWS FOR THE COMMUNITY
Virtual Emergency Preparedness on a Budget: A Low and No-Cost Preparedness Resources Workshop will take place on October 15 from 7-8pm. Interested families can register at https://bit.ly/3TCIqUl?r=qr
. See attached flyer for more information.
FCPS NEWS
Get to Know FCPS: Family Orientation
This interactive orientation provides information about the school system, the links between family engagement and student achievement, school staff you should get to know, and programs and technology considerations for families. The orientation also includes a discussion that is helpful for families who are new to the United States.
Sessions in English are held online on:
- Tuesday, October 22, at 6:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 12, at 6:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 10, at 6 p.m.
- Thursday, December 19, at 6 p.m.
Register in advance. Visit the Family Academy catalog page to see the dates this orientation will be offered in Arabic, Korean, and Spanish.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- October is National Principals Month
- Boundary Review Plan Presentation
- Upcoming Community Conversations
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students
Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:
- Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
- Anxiety, worry, fears
- Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
- Academic stress
You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.
Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.
FCPS Quick Links
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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