WPHS News You Choose - 7/31/26

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 07/31/2026 08:07 PM EDT

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WPHS Save the Dates

Important Dates:

  • August 20 - 26-27 Student Schedules available in StudentVue and ParentVue
  • August 20 – New Student Orientation – 12:10-2pm
  • August 20 – Wolverine Welcome Open House and Resource Fair – 2-4pm
  • August 24 – First Day of School
  • September 2 – Student Services Senior Information Night – 6pm
  • September 3 – First Home Football Game vs. Mount Vernon
  • September 16 – Back to School Night Open House – 4-7pm
  • October 9 – Homecoming Football Game
  • October 10 – Homecoming Dance

Table of Contents:

  • New Student Orientation and Wolverine Welcome
  • How to Modify or Unsubscribe to News You Choose Newsletters
  • Registrations and Withdrawals
  • Updated Cell Phone Policy
  • New Student ID Cards
  • FCPS App
  • New ParentVue App
  • Back to School Immunizations
  • Free and Reduced Meals / Summer Meals

New Student Orientation

  • August 20 12:10-2pm 
    • New 9th Graders – Will report to their 3rd period (Advisory) to start Orientation.
    • New 10th-12th Graders – will report to the Library to start Orientation

Wolverine Welcome Open House and Resource Fair

  • August 20 from 2-4pm
    • Families/students can walk the halls, find their classrooms/lockers, meet their teachers and visit our Community Vendor Open House in the Main Gym.

How to Modify or Unsubscribe to the News You Choose Newsletter

  • To modify your membership to our messages (or to add yourself to the WPHS Athletics Newsletter!) you can manage your subscriptions by visiting this link

 Registrations / Withdrawals

  • Do you know someone who recently moved into our community? Please encourage them to contact Leslie Dorsey to schedule a registration appointment.  She can be reached at 703-718-2551 or ladorsey@fcps.edu 
  • Moving? Please Let Us Know! Please notify our Student Services office if your student(s) will not be returning to West Potomac for the 24-25 school year. If your student needs to unenroll from WPHS for next school year, please contact Leslie Dorsey at ladorsey@fcps.edu Registrar and submit the Intention for Next School Year

Updated Cellphone Policy: No Phones or Devices During Lunch for High School Students

  • Senate Bill 108 is a new Virginia law that went into effect on July 1. It requires that all schools in the state follow a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy and prohibit cellphone possession and use for the entire school day. The updated FCPS Cellphone Policy aligns with this law, which means high school students are no longer able to use cellphones, cellphone accessories, or smart devices (like smart glasses, earbuds, headsets, and other items connected to the phone) during lunchtime.
  • Across all grade levels, cellphones, cellphone accessories, and all smart devices must be off and personally stored for the duration of the school day. Watches that serve a dual purpose (like a smartwatch) must be off and personally stored for the duration of the school day, too. Personal devices that connect to a cellphone or cellphone accessory or operate as a smart device must also follow the FCPS Cellphone Policy.
  • This policy does not apply to school-issued devices. However, school-issued devices must be used in accordance with FCPS Regulation 6410, Acceptable Use Policy, which allows the use of school-issued devices for educational purposes. More details are available on the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage.

New Student ID Cards Coming This Fall 

  • This fall, every FCPS student will receive a student identification (ID) card as part of a divisionwide effort to modernize school transportation, improve communication with families, and strengthen student safety while traveling to and from school. 
  • Every student who rides the school bus will need to tap on and tap off the bus every day using their new student ID card. Families can help by reinforcing this new habit with their child.
  • All students at our school will need to wear their student ID cards throughout the school day. We will be handing out the new student ID cards the first few weeks of school. More details will be shared soon.
  • Learn more about the new transportation system and student ID cards.

Download the FCPS App Today!

The FCPS mobile app offers a customized platform to help keep you connected and informed, directly from your smartphone. Download the FCPS mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. 

With the app, you can:

  • View school calendars. See events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals.
  • Check school menus. See what’s for lunch and breakfast each school day.
  • Tap to contact. Quickly call attendance lines or email school staff.
  • Stay up to date. Get the latest news from FCPS.
  • Access key links. Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and the FCPS website in one tap.

No need to log in, just download and go! Learn more about the FCPS mobile app.

New ParentVUE Mobile App Launching July 28

  • On Tuesday, July 28, a new ParentVUE mobile app will become available in the Apple and Google app stores. This new app provides parents and caregivers with a more secure sign-in. The current “classic” app will remain active for about six months. Families must download the new app by December 2026 to ensure they have continued mobile access to their child’s school data.
  • In the new app, families can enroll in multi-factor authentication (MFA) for FCPS Single Sign-On. While enrollment is optional, we strongly recommend that everyone enable this security feature.
  • Learn more about installing the new ParentVUE app. Parents needing assistance should submit a Parent Support Request.

Back-to-School Immunization Requirements

  • Make sure your child has all of their required immunizations before the first day of school. Check their immunization records to see what they might be missing. You can:
  1. Request immunization records online through the Virginia Immunization Information System (a free service).
  2. If your child was immunized outside of Virginia, get records from those states’ systems.
  3. Request records from your health care provider. Some may charge for copies.

Review school-required immunizations to verify that your child is up to date. 

  • All students entering 12th grade are to receive two doses of 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.

As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time. 

Where to Receive Immunizations

  • If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your family’s healthcare provider or one of the following immunization events. 
  • FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional 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.
  • If you do not have a healthcare provider, visit a Health Department clinic. Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) clinics offer immunizations to all Fairfax County students, as well as those who are behind on their scheduled immunizations or need a booster. 
  • Summer back-to-school immunization clinics are also available. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are also welcome. FCHD offers limited walk-in hours for immunization services on a first-come, first-served basis. Immunizations are also available by appointment.
  • Inova Cares Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs provide children ages 5 and up with free school physicals and immunizations. Weekend clinics are available in July and August. These health fairs are for VA Medicaid or Uninsured Inova registered patients only. Appointments are required. Call 703-698-2550 to make an appointment. Bring vaccine records to the appointment.
  • Local immunization clinics and additional resources are available on the FCPS Immunization Resources webpage and from the FCHD.

Apply Today for Free and Reduced-Price Meals!

  • According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Studies show that students who eat both school breakfast and lunch tend to have healthier diets than those who don't participate in school meals. 
  • Families who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals can receive breakfast and lunch for their students at no cost or at a reduced cost. This includes more than one-third of FCPS students. Families must complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM) application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits. 
  • The application for FRM is now available for the 2026-27 school year. Students who were approved for FRM last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should reapply as soon as possible so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
  • Access the application and view criteria and up-to-date information on the FRM webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.
  • Meals for Students Available Through August 21 No-cost meals will be provided to students on a first-come, first-served basis through Friday, August 21, at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on site while eating their meals.