Principal's Message
Hello West Springfield Families,
It was great to see so many of our students and families yesterday at Spartan Spree! Our staff has been hard at work this week preparing to welcome all of our new and returning Spartans on Monday!
Please review all the information in this email, there is a lot to communicate as we prepare for the first day!
As always, thank you for your help and support. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Jim Patrick
Principal
West Springfield High School
Cell Phone Policy Change:
Please remind your student that cell phones and personal devices (airpods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) can no longer be used during passing periods. Phones and personal devices must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell) with the exception of lunch time in designated lunch spaces. Cell phones are also not permitted to be used as an instructional tool.
If you need to contact your student during the school day, please call our front office at 703-913-3800. Learn more about FCPS’ cell phone policy, which helps students stay focused, safe, and engaged at school.
SPARTAN SPOTLIGHT
 WSHS Leadership cheering for students as they enter the building during the annual Spartan Spree (Open House)
August 18: 1st Day of School @ 8:10 a.m.
August 27: Back to School Night
August 29 & September. 1: No School - Labor Day
September 9: No school
Bell Schedule
Attendance
- ParentVue
- Email Attendance: WestSpringfieldHigh.Attendance@fcps.edu
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WSHS Attendance Line: 703-913-3838
- Sub School 1 Last Names A - Cre Press 1
- Sub School 2 Last Names Cri - Hur Press 2
- Sub School 3 Last Names Hus - Miq Press 3
- Sub School 4 Last Names Mir - Sha Press 4
- Sub School 5 Last Names Shab - Z Press 5
Blue/Orange Calendar
ParentVue Activation
Family Liaison
✅Enter Kiss n’ Ride drop at Grigsby Drive entrance.
✅ Take immediate left down our kiss n’ ride lane and proceed to Door 12
❌Please DO NOT drop off at door 11
⬇️Refer to the traffic pattern map below for further clarification
📞Need Assistance in another Language?
Use Family Information Phone Lines- 9 Languages Available
FCPS phone lines are available in nine different languages to assist families
A school system employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
The caller will provide you with the requested information, arrange for you to speak with the appropriate school employee, or connect you with the resource that you are looking to find.
To use the family information phone lines please call:
🩹 Update Your Child’s Immunizations and Records
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. Prior to the start of school on Monday, August 18, please submit your child’s immunization documentation. If your child has an appointment to receive their required immunizations after August 18, please submit an Immunization Action Plan to confirm the appointment.
You can check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to our front office. If needed, families may also provide other immunization documentation including a health care provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption or a notarized Religious Exemption Form. Please visit the FCPS How to Submit Immunization Documentation webpage for step-by-step instructions on how to submit each of these items.
If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your health care provider or visit the FCPS Immunization Resources webpage and the Fairfax County Health Department website for local immunization clinics and additional resources.
💊Medication Drop Off
As we prepare for the start of the school year, we would like to remind you that all student medications must be dropped off at the school by a parent or guardian. Students are not permitted to bring medication to school themselves, except for high school students, who may carry over-the-counter medication to and from the school health room with proper authorization.
Please ensure the following when dropping off medication:
- All medications must be in their original pharmacy-labeled container. No more than 100 pills, tablets, or capsules may be included.
- Please make sure that the label clearly states your student’s name, the name of the medication, the dosage of the medication, and the time to be given at school
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Nonprescription medicationsshould always be kept in the original, unopened bottle or box, with the name of the medication clearly visible. No more than 100 pills, tablets, or capsules may be included.
The clinic will be open for medication drop-offs on the following dates:
- Friday, August 15th from 7:45 am – 3:00 pm
✅Complete Permission Forms Today
Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Opt your child in or out of online educational tools and choose how student information is managed. Visit FCPS’ Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.
💻 Catch Up on Your Child’s Classwork in Schoology
Teachers use Schoology to post their classroom materials online; to provide a secure forum for students to discuss their ideas and collaborate on projects; and to assign and collect homework electronically. It helps students stay organized, and it keeps the class connected.
A Schoology Parent Account gives you access to:
- Your child’s classes.
- Your child’s upcoming assignments.
- School, class, and group announcements.
Parent accounts will be available after Monday, August 18. To access Schoology, parents will need to have an active SIS/ParentVUE account. Get more information on how to login and use Schoology.
Schoology Snippets
🍴 Apply Today for Free and Reduced Price Meals
Families must complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits. Access the application and view criteria on the Free and Reduced-Price Meals webpage
Students who were approved for free and reduced-price meals last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
🏃Health and Physical Education Policies
Thank you to those who are participating in our Health and Physical Education program this upcoming school year! The HPE Department is looking forward to a great 2025-26 school year. As we approach the beginning of the school year, we are reaching out to get your support. We have listed a few policies that will help us provide a safe and healthy learning environment for all students at West Springfield High School.
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Dressing out: Students must wear a gray shirt and blue or black shorts. In order to safely participate, students are to wear sneakers or running shoes. No flip flops, sandals, boots, or crocs should be worn during the PE portion of our classes. Students' participation in class activities can be limited due to improper clothing and shoes which can affect their grade. Students can bring a sweatshirt or sweatpants to put on when it’s cold. Students are encouraged to wear the PE uniform. You can order a uniform or other fitness attire using this ordering link: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/e2wGXmEYg. The store is open now until September 2, 2025. Orders will ship directly to you three to four weeks after the shop has closed.
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PE Locker Rooms & Backpacks:All students have access to PE locker rooms where they can dress out and store personal items. All ninth-grade students will be assigned a PE locker and will need to remember their combinations. Tenth grade students, Personal Fitness, and Yoga for Wellness classes will bring their own combination lock and use it during class and then will remove it after class daily. Locks left on after class will be removed and students will need to bring a new one for the next class. Backpacks will be permitted in the locker rooms this year. Students must put all backpacks and personal belongings in their PE locker prior to coming to the gyms for attendance.
Please remind students to lock up their personal belongings. FCPS teachers and staff are not responsible for students’ personal items.
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Phones: Students are notpermitted to use cell phones during all classes. Phones must be put in bags or hall lockers before entering the locker room.
We appreciate your support as we begin the 2025-26 school year. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to email the Department Chair for Health and Physical Education, Jennifer Davies JODavies@fcps.edu.
🍿WSHS Boosters: Volunteer Opportunity
(Almost) welcome back to school! If you're looking for an early volunteer opportunity, WSHS Boosters is looking for some help with concessions.
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