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Spartan Spotlight
 April is the Month of the Military Child. FCPS celebrated with a Military Family Field Day. Two of our own Military Ambassadors Club (MAC) members, Alessa Ciccarello and Tessa (Teresa) Gahl, volunteered their time and art skills at the event.
April 22nd was Administrative Professionals Day! Thank you EVERYDAY to our OUTSTANDING administrative staff for keeping our school and office organized, efficient, and functioning! Please show your gratitude to our amazing front office staff when you are in the building!
April 28 is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Thank you to our AMAZING bus drivers who transport our students all around the county safely, daily! Thank you for your patience, care, and dedication to our students and their safety!
🧡💙SPARTAN STRONG💙🧡
📅 Calendar Reminders
Students vs. Staff Spirit Week
Monday (4/27): Orange vs. Blue; Teachers wear orange & Students wear blue
Tuesday (4/28): Country vs. Country Club; students dress "country" and staff dress for the country club **leadership students will pass out bandanas at entrances in the morning**
Wednesday (4/29): VSCO vs. DISCO; students dress for VSCO/2020s & Staff dress for the 1970s **leadership students will pass out scrunchies at entrances in the morning**
Thursday (4/30): Summer vs. Winter; students dress summery and staff dress for winter **leadership students will pass out sunglasses at entrances in the morning**
Friday (5/1): Students vs. Staff Swapped! Students dress like a staff member and staff dress like students!
2026 End of the Year Dates: April 27-May 8
ALL End of the Year Dates and Senior Events Can Be Found on the Schools Website Under the 2026 May/June Calendar Dates tab.
Printable copy of the end of the year schedule
**Updated April 22, 2026 (Senior Awards are now on June 2nd; Graduation Rehearsal on June 2nd starts at 10:30am)
Week of April 27 - May 1
Monday, April 27: LS 4/FLEX
Tuesday, April 28: No events listed.
Wednesday, April 29: LS 4/3
Thursday, April 30: No events listed.
Friday, May 1: LS 4/5
Week of May 4 - May 8 (AP Testing)
Monday, May 4: AP Testing: Biology (am), Microeconomics (pm)
Tuesday, May 5: LS 4/FLEX; AP Testing: Human Geography (am), US Government (pm)
Wednesday, May 6: AP Testing: English Lit (am), Physics 1 (pm)
Thursday, May 7: LS 4/6; AP Testing: World History (am), Statistics (pm)
Friday, May 8: AP Testing: US History (am), Macroeconomics (pm)
Testing Season Starts May 4!
Our students will be participating in AP and SOL testing this spring. The testing schedule is on our school's website.
Students who are scheduled to take their AP exams have already received their AP exam schedule at the beginning of April and the students who are scheduled for SOL tests will receive an email with their testing schedule by April 28th.
Parents and caregivers can help their children perform their best on these tests by reminding them to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, bring their FCPS laptop to school for updates, charge it every night, and that the cell phone policy still applies during testing season.
Our shared goal is your child’s success. If you have questions or concerns about testing, please contact Nicoleta Abott, WSHS's assessment coach.
📢News and Announcements
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener Results Now Available
Students in grades 3-12 took the SEL Screener during the month of March, providing information on their SEL skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.
Individual student SEL Screener results are now available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, we will share copies with you directly.
For support in understanding your individual student’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or reach out to our school staff with any questions.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and Rising 12th Graders
The following immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grade each school year.
All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 to 12 or as early as 9 years old.
- As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.
All students entering 12th grade are to receive two doses of the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school. To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, one dose must be administered at age 16 or older.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Please consider getting your child’s immunizations early so that they can attend school in the fall. Summer is a busy time for families and healthcare providers. As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.
Immunization Events for FCPS StudentsFCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available.
ACTION NEEDED: School Year 2026-2027 Intention Form
If you are NOT returning to West Springfield High School next year, please complete the following form in order to indicate your student's intent for the next school year.
Please turn into the office when completed.
https://www.fcps.edu/form/it-110-students-intention-next-school-year
Saturday Academy
 Students can attend from 9:00–11:00 AM on Saturday mornings to receive extra help, work on missing assignments, prepare for assessments, and strengthen their understanding of course content.
Students should enter through Door 1 upon arrival and will be directed to the appropriate classroom based on their content area support needs.
Students can also express interest using this link to help us plan staffing based on content needs. While completing the form is not required to attend, it is strongly encouraged.
Questions? Contact Mr. Young ddyoung@fcps.edu
Spartan Theatre Presents: Mamma Mia! April 30 - May 9
IMPORTANT: If you are planning to attend our production of Mamma Mia! please be aware there are several illegitimate ticket sellers that are inflating prices and selling fake tickets. The ONLY way to get tickets to our performances is through SpartanTheatre.com and our official ticket seller, ETIX. If you have purchased tickets from a site other than our official ticket site, please reach out to Ashton Schaffer (ASchaffer1@fcps.edu).
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Get ready to dance, jive, and have the time of your life!
You’ve danced along to the movie, now see the Broadway smash hit live on the West Springfield stage! ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash hit for any theatre. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget!
This production features the talents and hard work of over 150 West Springfield students, all working to create a magical night at the theatre!
April 30- May 9, 2026 @ 7pm | 6 SHOWS!
Tickets can be reserved at SpartanTheatre.com
Student Corner
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Seniors: '26 Car Decals
Attention Seniors! Show your class pride and support the All Night Grad Party (ANGP) by purchasing a “26” car decal. Decals are available for purchase at the outdoor concessions stands. Decals cost $5 each. Cash only please.
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Athletics
Join the Spartan Surge: Support Our 2nd Turf Field!
The West Springfield Spartan Booster Club is thrilled to announce a major milestone in our mission to complete our 2nd Turf Field. We were recently awarded a prestigious $250,000 grant from the Washington Commanders and the NFL Foundation to jumpstart this initiative!
This project is a game-changer for our 1,000+ Spartan student-athletes, ensuring they can practice and compete safely on campus. We are now in a high-velocity "Spartan Surge" to bridge the final funding gap, and we are looking for local companies and businesses to join us as Exclusive Legacy Partners.
Available Corporate Opportunities Include:
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Exclusive Naming Rights: Main Stadium, Softball, Baseball Press Boxes or Concessions Pavilion.
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Permanent Turf Inlays: Feature your company logo permanently in the turf for 5+ years of high-impact visibility.
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A-Frame Sideline Branding: High-visibility placement during all stadium events.
If you own a business or work for a company that would like to align with this landmark community project alongside the NFL, please visit our landing page to view the tiers and get involved.
📖 Read the Official NFL Grant Announcement: Yahoo Sports Feature
🔗 View Partnership Tiers & Support the Surge: Spartan Surge Landing Page
Let’s build this legacy together and give our Spartans the home-field advantage they deserve! 🧡💪
Scholarships
West Springfield HS Physical Night
When: April, 29, 2026
(This event is hosted by Anderson Orthopedic Clinic and directly supports the West Springfield High School Athletic Training Program)
Location: 3299 Woodburn Road, Suite 480. Annandale, VA 22003.
Time: 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Cost: $50 (Donation to the West Springfield Athletic Training Program)
Registration Link: https://airtable.com/app3Dgui7ln8S1zae/pagF1gYGW1w7RjALG/form
Please bring a completed VHSL Physical Form.
2026 Spartan Volleyball Summer Camp
 Open To Female Athletes from any School
July 6-10, 2026 at West Springfield HS
Rising 5th-12th Graders
Registration Fee: $120.00
Register at https://www.wshssportscamps.com/
Questions? Contact Coach Stephanie Noriega
🎓Seniors
Class of 2026 Website
Questions about graduation, exams. etc? Visit the Class of 2026 Website
FCPS Alumni Network
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Stay connected after graduation 🎓 Join the FCPS Alumni Network for alumni news, events, career connections, ways to stay in touch with classmates and friends, and opportunities to support future FCPS students: https://www.fcps.edu/alumni.
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Postsecondary Transition Support: This Google Form contains vital information for seniors, including timelines for maintaining access to Google Drive, x2VOL, and other digital resources.
🚨 LAST CALL: Spartan Senior Yard Signs! 🧡💙
Time is running out to celebrate your Spartan in a BIG way! Yard signs are selling fast—don’t miss your chance to showcase your senior and fill our community with Spartan pride.
🎓 Honor their hard work (and yours!) 🏡 Show off your school spirit 🎉 Support the All Night Grad Party
Order now before it’s too late—let’s turn the neighborhood orange and blue for our Spartans! 🪧
(Link to order you will need to create a login to reach the ordering area)
All Night Grad Party
Get your tickets now https://wshs-angp.square.site/
Website: WSHS ANGP Booster Organization
 $105 Feb 1-April 30
$120 May 1-June 1
Questions: wshsangp@gmail.com
Class of 2026 Graduation Announcements
*Caps, Gowns, and tassels are included in the senior dues which will be posted in MySchoolBucks closer to the end of the year.*
Please used the QR code below or the School Store Link to order Graduation Announcements and Accessories.
Need assistance or prefer to order by phone?
Call 800-567-8367.
Sí, hablamos español!
✅Don't Forget
Yearbook Sales Continue
Price: $80.00
Last Chance to Order is April 25, 2026
Click here to order and use order number 4150.
📣 Check out WSHS Spirit Store
💍 Class Rings
🍿WSHS Boosters Volunteer Sign Up
🚌FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Student Awards and Recognitions
- Military Child of the Year Finalist
- Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Community
Walter Reed Donation Drive Save the Date
Save the date: The leadership program and Military Ambassadors Club are partnering to host a donation drive for military dependents staying long term at Walter Reed Hospital while their loved ones recover.
The donation drive will run April 9th through April 30th. Items needed are as follows: deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouth wash, large kitchen bags, toilet paper, paper towels, lysol wipes, individually wrapped snack items, and ramen.
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April 30-May 9: Spartan Theatre presents: Mamma Mia, 7 p.m.
May 4: Testing Begins, please check the end of the year calendar for specific dates
May 25: Memorial Day (No School)
May 26: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)
May 27: Eid al-Adha (No School)
Bell Schedule
Attendance
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**ParentVue (for FULL DAY absences only)
- Email Attendance: WestSpringfieldHigh.Attendance@fcps.edu
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*WSHS Attendance Line: 703-913-3838
- Sub School 1 Last Names A - Cuj Press 1
- Sub School 2 Last Names Cul- Huq Press 2
- Sub School 3 Last Names Hur - Min Press 3
- Sub School 4 Last Names Mio - Sco Press 4
- Sub School 5 Last Names Scp - Z Press 5
ParentVue Activation
Schoology Family Resources
FLE Content for Parents 2025-2026
FCPS How to Submit Immunization Documentation
Free and Reduced-Price Meals webpage
Parent Digital Consent webpage
Family Liaison
Family Information Phone Lines
Submit an FCPS CARES!
Volunteer FCPS
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