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Important Dates
March 20th: Holiday - Eid al-Fitr
Principal’s Message
Happy Friday Wolverine Community,
This has been a great week on the West Potomac campus. Our new energy-efficient window covering was installed in front of WP on the library windows, showing our Wolverine pride.
I was able to attend the FCPS Band Assessment on Wednesday and see our amazing concert band perform. The music they produced literally gave me chills. The student musicians and Mr. Antonucci should be very proud!
I also want to share an amazing project our students are working on in Spanish 4 Honors. It is called “Promote Peace not War”! Spanish 4 Honors classes completed a unit studying the Spanish Civil War (Franco Era). Picasso did his famous “Guernica” mural during this time. With parameters in place (no politics!), Spanish 4 Honors students were given the freedom to decide the process of this mural, both in small groups and then as a whole class. The students had to come up with the concept of the EFFECTS of war and the HOPE that peace brings. See pictures below:
West Potomac High School Leadership/SGA and AVID students have worked with Hybla Valley Elementary School to establish a mentoring program between West Potomac and Hybla Valley students. It was a huge success. Thank you to Nicole Borghard for organizing this experience for our students. Please see some of the pictures below:
On Wednesday, Dr. Reid announced that due to the need to accommodate polling locations at our schools and worksites for the statewide Virginia election, FCPS schools will be closed for students on Tuesday, April 21.
I hope you all have a great weekend.
Jessica Statz, Principal
School News
Class of 2027 Junior College Planning Night
- We are excited to invite you to our Junior Night College Planning Night!
- We have several experts joining us to speak on different topics and be available for questions. The agenda for the evening, including a list of our speakers, is linked below. We hope to see you Wednesday March 18 at 6pm in Springbank Auditorium. Families should enter at Door 5.
- College Planning Night Agenda
- We look forward to seeing you there
AP Exam Volunteers
WPHS Counselors are reaching out for your support with AP Exam administration! AP Exams run Monday, May 4 to Friday, May 15 with both AM (7:45-11:45) and PM (11:45-3:30) sessions. Volunteering to support testing does not entail administering the exam, but includes supporting our students and counselors during the exam. By utilizing parent/guardian volunteers, we will require less counselors in testing rooms which will allow them to continue to work with students during the school day. Please note that volunteers are restricted from supporting an exam their student is scheduled to take, as well as any AP content they may have taught in the past.
Should you have interest in serving as an AP Testing Volunteer, please sign up using the Sign-up Genius link here. We could not provide these testing opportunities to our students without your support and on behalf of the WPHS staff and students, we thank you for your time in advance!
- What is required of me? Volunteers are asked to arrive by approximately 7:45 am for the AM session and 11:45am for the PM session, and follow the directions of the lead proctor (School Counselor). This might include passing out tests, pencils and assisting with bathroom breaks. During the test you’ll supervise the students by circulating throughout the testing room. At the conclusion of the test you’ll assist the lead proctors in collecting materials.
- How long will the test run? Traditionally morning test will start at 8 am and end around 11 to 12 pm. PM exams will being around 12 pm and end from 3 to 4 pm.
- I can help with exams, but I would need to leave a few minutes early, can I still help? YES! Please email Taylor Oakley at tmoakley@fcps.edu if you have signed up for a session but are unable to fulfil the entire slot.
- Am I eligible? Adult Volunteers may not proctor a test their student is schedule to take, as well as any AP content they may have taught in the past.
The Family Engagement Survey
Do you feel welcome at your student’s school? Are you informed of your student’s progress? Answer these questions and more on the Family Engagement Survey , emailed to you this week Here’s the link https://bit.ly/FESURVEY2026
PTSA News
- Our March Five Guys restaurant night will be 3/16 - who doesn't love cheeseburgers on a Monday night?! Plan to visit the Quander Rd location between 4-8pm. A portion of the proceeds from the night come back to benefit our school.
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Scholarship Opportunity: The Virginia PTA scholarship program is now open for applications. The due date for applications is April 1 and multiple $500 scholarships are awarded each year. Click HERE to learn more about this program and the requirements.
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Volunteer Opportunities: The PTSA is looking to fill two volunteer positions.1) News You Choose Coordinator: help gather info for PTSA updates and other committees who want to include their info in this weekly newsletter. This is an easy, low lift way to help out. Contact us at ptsa.westpotomac@gmail.com with questions. 2) Test Prep Chair: we love to be able to offer our test prep program to our students, but we need a new chair person who is willing to take over to ensure continued success! See the info below in the Test Prep section and contact Marilyn Aboff at marilynaboff@yahoo.com, if you'd like to learn more.
Senior News
SENIOR TRIP: Busch Gardens Williamsburg Grad Nite. April 24th. Final payment is due TODAY- March 13th. After paying, you must register at the following link: Trip Registration: Kaleidoscope Adventures. Parent chaperones still needed, please contact Ms. Gervacio if interested (agervacio@fcps.edu)
FINAL CLASS OF 2026 RESTAURANT NIGHT, March 24th- Our final restaurant night will be held at the Quander Road Five Guys on March 24th from 5-9pm. 20% of sales will be donated to our class. Come for dinner and support our seniors.
SENIOR DUES - Has your senior paid their senior dues? The dues are a requirement for graduation. The $85 fee includes your student's cap/ gown/ tassel and end of year senior activities. You may pay at www.myschoolbucks.com or visit the finance office for cash or check payment. If you have a student receiving free or reduced school meals and have a Consent to Share form on file, please see Ms. Kinsey or Ms. Firesheets in the finance office for information on reduced dues.
SENIOR YARD SIGNS - Still interested in purchasing a Class of 2026 yard sign to celebrate your senior? We have placed our final order, available while supplies last.
LINK TO PURCHASE: https://westpotomacptsa.givebacks.com/sho
CHECK OUT OUR SOCIAL MEDIA and SCHOOL WEBSITE
Visit our school website!
JOIN our Instagram page! “WestPo2026”
JOIN our Facebook page! “West Potomac HS-Class of 2026 Parents & Families"
Senior Administrator: Brian Valentine (bvalentine@fcps.edu)
Senior Class Sponsors: Virginia Lintot (vmlintot@fcps.edu), Aimee Gervacio (agervacio@fcps.edu), Mariam Younossi (myounossi@fcps.edu)
Parents Committee Co-Chairs: Emily Wild (emilywild7717@gmail.com) and Sandy Forti (sandyforti@gmail.com)
PTSA Test Prep News!
Test Prep Chair Search is On! For most students and parents, SAT/ACT tests are in your future. Be on the cutting edge of changes to the official tests and college admissions by chairing the PTSA’s Test Prep Program! No test prep experience is needed just strong organization and customer service skills. Contact Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com, to learn more about managing this rewarding program. Planning next school year starts soon. Now is a great time to jump on board and learn the ropes! Perhaps co-chair for a year?
Free Webinars from Applerouth:
Find the list of upcoming webinars and registration links HERE.
Mock Tests, Classes and Resources
Mock Tests – New enhanced ACT (eACT) Mocks at West Po are currently being offered in the paper and pencil version as the new, official *digital* version of the eACT has not yet achieved a good user experience. Applerouth is not advising anyone to take the official eACT digitally, if they can avoid it. Upcoming SAT and ACT Mock Test Dates – 4/18, 5/9.
Small Group SAT Classes – Final class starts 3/7 and preps for the 6/6 official SAT test. In-person, laptop required. Class filling up so register early!
Small Group eACT Classes – Until the West Po community shows more interest in the in-person eACT classes on campus, Applerouth has agreed to enroll students in their scheduled online with live tutor eACT classes, as available, and honor the West Po Group Class Price. Contact Test Prep Chair, Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com for class options.
Online Self-Paced Classes - This comprehensive online course gives you everything you need to raise your SAT or ACT score, stay motivated, and have fun doing it – all from the comfort of home and on your own schedule. One-year license, unlimited access. Applerouth's new enhanced ACT self-paced course has been updated for the eACT.
Scholarships - WPHS student need-based scholarships for mocks and classes are available through the College and Career Center Specialist, Karen B, Young, kbyoung1@fcps.edu
Program Resources
Test Prep Web Page – General information about test prep and links to West Po prep events
Applerouth Tutoring – Experienced tutors are available for questions at 202-558-5644
PTSA Test Prep Chair – Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com
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