I will be away from school for a short time on medical leave. During my absence (Thursday, March 13 - Friday, March 21), Assistant Principal Jason Potten and SBTS James Koontz will be available to provide support and address any needs that arise.
Thank you for your understanding and support. I look forward to returning soon.
Reminder - Monday, March 10 Early Release
Monday at 12:30 p.m. is our 3-hour Early Release
 STEAM Night!
We are excited to work in collaboration with PTA to extend the PTA Science Expo to a Family STEAM Night!
- 5:30 - 6:30 PTA Science Expo (Cafeteria)
- 6:00 - 7:30 WSES Family STEAM Night (Classrooms)
Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28
Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day. Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child or children to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:
Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.
Volunteer
Volunteer with us! As we begin our House System in the cafeteria (and will soon expand to other areas), we need parents' help to positively recognize students who demonstrate cafeteria expectations and positive behavior, allowing them to earn House points. SIGN UP HERE to volunteer to help us recognize our students in the cafeteria.
Student Intentions - 2025-26 School Year
Please indicate your child(ren)'s intention for the next school year if you are moving or will attend another school. One form should be completed for each child ONLY if you are moving or will attend another school. This input will support our staffing and planning for the next school year. This information is non binding but will simply be used to plan. If you are returning, you do NOT need to complete this FORM
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Rising Kindergarten Student Intention 2025-26
Please complete this form if you have a rising kindergartner and plan on attending West Springfield Elementary School. If you are hopeful to attend, you may complete but please note your status in the form below. We are not using this data for evaluative purposes nor for placement purposes but merely to collect information for the beginning of the school year. All students come in at various levels academically and socially. We are excited for our 2025-26 kindergarten students! |
Kindergarten Orientation - Monday, April 21st at 2:00pm
Kindergarten Registration
If you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 30, they are eligible to attend Kindergarten for the upcoming year. Registration paperwork can be downloaded at this link. Once you have completed the paperwork and gathered the required documents, please come into the front office to meet with our registrar, MariaPaz Garcia
Alternatively, you can now use an online registration tool. If you choose the online option, you will then have to come into the office with the child’s original birth certificate, your proof of residence (deed/lease), and your ID. You can contact MariaPaz Garcia to coordinate a convenient time.
2025 Family Summit - Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging
Families, educators, and community members are invited to the 2025 FCPS Family Summit: Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging. Fairfax County Public Schools will be hosting the free, in-person event in collaboration with valued community partners. The summit will be held Saturday, March 15, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at South Lakes High School. This event will feature:
- Opening Session: Julie Causton and Kristie Pretti-Frontczak — best-selling authors, motivational speakers, and advocates for inclusion — will share practical tools and evidence-based strategies to empower and assist all families, with a special emphasis on parents of students with individual education programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
- Breakout Sessions: Learn more about special education and global topics that benefit all families.
- Student Showcase: FCPS students will share their efforts in fostering inclusivity through posters, essays, videos, songs, art, and other mediums.
- Exhibitor Hall: Discover valuable resources and services in the community to support families.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with other families, staff, and community partners.
Childcare will be provided. Special education staff will be available to care for children with high support needs. You may sign up for childcare during the registration process. Learn more about this event and register today!
Save the Date
Monday, March 10 - 3 Hour Early Release
Thursday, March 13 - STEAM Night and PTA Science Expo
Monday, March 24 - Spring Portraits and Class Photos
Tuesday, March 25 - Parent University - SEL Screener
Monday, March 31 - School Holiday
Monday, April 7 - Friday, April 11 - Book Fair
Future WSES 3-Hour Early Release Mondays:
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