 Congratulations to our newly promoted 6th grade students!
A Year of Community, Spirit, and the Mustang Houses!
As we wrap up an unforgettable school year, we celebrate not only the incredible achievements of our students but also the successful launch of the Mustang House System - a new tradition that has strengthened our sense of community and school spirit! Our strong culture of care and connection is what makes West Springfield so special.
This year, we embraced our Houses - Ethica, Innovara, Resilio, and Synerix—with pride and enthusiasm. From learning our House chants and handshakes to earning points for positive behavior and teamwork, we’ve built a culture of integrity, collaboration, and resilience. Through House spirit days, special events, and friendly competitions, students across all grade levels have forged lasting connections and a deeper sense of belonging.
The House system has not only fostered school spirit but also reinforced key Portrait of a Graduate skills, encouraging our students to be ethical citizens, innovative thinkers, goal-driven individuals, and strong collaborators. Every Mustang now has a team to support them, celebrate their successes, and cheer them on.
And this is just the beginning! Looking ahead, the Mustang Houses will continue to grow, bringing even more opportunities for leadership, teamwork, and school pride.
To our amazing students, staff, and families - thank you for making this year so memorable! From our school-wide field trip and STEAM Night to musical performances and Field Day, we’ve learned, grown, and had so much fun along the way.
As I complete my 10th year at West Springfield, I am incredibly grateful to be your principal and to share this journey with you. Together, we have celebrated many milestones - being named FCPS’ National Blue Ribbon Nominee, ranking among U.S. News’ Top 100 Elementary Schools in Virginia, launching our Local Level IV program, maintaining high Standards of Learning pass rates, and emerging from the challenges of COVID stronger than ever. Looking forward to next school year!
Once a Mustang, Always a Mustang!
Dr. Kelly Sheers
#strongertogetherwses
News and Notes
LOST and FOUND
There are quite a few missing items in our lost and found. We will have them outside the school from Tuesday, June 10 - Friday, June 13 for parents to view and claim their child’s missing items before they get donated to a local charity.
End-of-Year Reminders
- Remind your child to return all school library books and FCPS laptops.
- Check your child’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any balances.
- Pick up any medications your child has been taking at school. A parent/guardian must pick them up in person.
- Bookmark the 2025-26 school year calendar to be ready for next year.
Summer Learning Resources
To support continued student learning over the summer, FCPS has created a Summer Learning Resources Webpage for families of students currently in Grades K–6. The webpage includes optional, grade-level digital activities in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies that align with what students have learned during the school year. These resources are designed to be flexible, engaging, and easy for families to use at home.
These resources are available to students and families throughout the summer and use familiar tools such as Science A-Z, Pebble Go, Gizmos, Newsela, MyOn, Britannica Elementary, ST Math, and Benchmark Universe.
Interested in Becoming a School Crossing Guard Next School Year? Fairfax County has been unable to fill our Crossing Guard opening. We are trying to help and are looking for a dedicated individuals to help keep our students safe! Click Here to learn more and apply.
Once you have applied and selected through the Fairfax County Government website, please choose West Springfield ES as your working location.
Student Testing Results Coming Soon
Throughout May and June, you will receive your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, there is a list of tests by grade level on the FCPS website.
How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be delivered in SIS ParentVUE or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about how test results are reported to families. Individual test websites provide report translations and help for interpreting test results. Please contact us with any testing questions or for additional information about how we use test results to support student success.
Limited Early Release Days Continue Next Year
During a report to the School Board this month, FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid announced plans to continue limited early release days in elementary schools and shift them to Wednesdays for the 2025-26 school year.
Early release Wednesdays for West Springfield elementary will be:
- September 10
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October 8
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November 12
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December 10
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February 18
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March 18
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April 22
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May 13
Free Virtual Mental Health Consultations for Parents and Secondary Students
This summer, the FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services will offer free virtual Mental Wellness Consultations from June 23 through August 1. Any FCPS parent, or middle or high school student, will have an opportunity to schedule a 45-minute consultation with a school psychologist or school social worker by phone or videoconference. Learn more in the latest Healthy Minds blog.
Immunization Resources
The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) will offer a series of back-to-school immunization clinics in August 2025 for all FCPS students. Appointments are required. To schedule an appointment, please call 703-246-7100. For a list of clinic locations, dates, and times, click here. For additional resources, visit the FCPS Immunization Resource page
Summer Meals for Students: Details Coming Soon
FCPS’ Summer Meal Service Program provides breakfast and lunch free of charge to all children aged 18 and younger. Check FCPS’ Food and Nutrition Services webpage and the USDA Summer Meals for Kids Site Finder in mid-June for specific dates, times, and locations. Please note that no meals will be served during the June 19 and July 4 holidays. If you have any questions regarding the Summer 2025 meal service, please contact SummerMeals@fcps.edu or call 703-813-4800.
FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter (2025 End of Year/Summer Issue)
The latest issue of the Special Education and 504 Newsletter is now available. This issue covers several important topics, including Extended School Year (ESY), planning for life after high school, fun ways to keep your kids active this summer, social emotional learning during the summer, and more! Click here to read the latest edition.
Children’s Summer Reading Festival
Fairfax Library Foundation will celebrate FCPL’s annual summer reading program with a free Children’s Summer Reading Festival at the Sherwood Regional Library on Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Families can enjoy games, crafts, face painting, a bounce house, snacks, and other activities.
Monday, August 18 - First Day of School
Friday, August 29 - Monday, September 1 - Student Holiday
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