August 28th, 2026 Edition
Congratulations, Spartans, on completing your first week back to school!
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September 2nd-3rd: School Picture Days (9th-11th grade)
September 4th-7th: Labor Day Holiday (No school)
September 8th: Back to School Night (6:00-8:00PM)
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We are distributing student ID cards to all our students who ride the school bus or use FCPS transportation services. They are being passed out in PE classes for 9th and 10th grade students today and Monday. On Tuesday 09/01, passes will be distributed in the cafeteria during lunches for 11th and 12th grade students.
Students who have student ID cards should begin tapping as they board and exit the bus. Only students who use FCPS transportation services will be provided with a student ID card at this time.
We ask for your patience! Bus drivers are checking in students and may need some extra time at each bus stop while they do this. The transportation team is working hard to minimize any potential delays.
Learn more about the bus navigation and student ID cards.
📅 Dates: Tuesday September 1st & Wednesday September 2nd 2026
9th and 10th graders will take their photo in their PE class
11th graders will take their photo in their English class
🛒 Pre-order Online: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001417016
📸 Images Available: Approximately two-three weeks after picture day
📧 Questions about Ordering?: Email us at underclass@vosphoto.com
More info to come about Senior portrait sessions
Friday, September 4, and Monday, September 7, are Labor Day holidays for all FCPS employees and students. Virginia legislation requires that schools opening prior to Labor Day must be closed the Friday immediately preceding Labor Day. We hope everyone takes the long weekend to celebrate a strong start to the school year and enjoy time with family and friends.
See the complete school year calendar.
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Join us on Tuesday, September 8th from
6:00-8:00 pm for Back-to-School Night!
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** Date Change **
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Spartan Crew Interest Meeting will now be held on Wednesday, September 9th from 7pm-8pm in the Cafeteria. This meeting is for both parents and athletes and will be a fun event to learn about all things related to the Men and Women’s Crew season and how to join the team. Any questions please contact: teamliaison@spartancrew.org or novicereps@spartancrew.org |
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Everything You Need to Do in SIS ParentVUE
- Permission Forms for School Resources
- Follow Multiple Schools in the App
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Reminder: WSHS High School will offer the SAT School Day to enrolled twelfth graders on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. FCPS will cover the cost of the test for all enrolled twelfth grade students. Families are asked to complete the intent to participate form below by Wednesday, September 2.
WSHS High School: 2026 SAT School Day Intent to Participate Form (https://forms.gle/V8V17r8tWiPLwWjs5)
FCPS sites cannot accept walk-ins on the day of the exam
Start your Friday night the right way. Pull up for free cookies, ice-cold lemonade, and good vibes before West Springfield takes the field for the FIRST home football game of the season!
Whether you’re in a new military family, new to WSHS, or just want to catch up with friends before kickoff, come hang out.
📍 WHERE: Outside Entrance 2 (outdoor classroom)
⏰ WHEN: Friday, August 28th | 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
🏈 WHY: Free food, fresh lemonade, zero cost.
Military Families Welcome BBQ Event - September 9, 2026
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) would like to welcome our new and returning military-connected families for the 2026-2027 school year!
Join us on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm for a Welcome BBQ Event at Lake Braddock Secondary School (9200 Burke Lake Rd, Burke, VA 22015). Enjoy food, fun, and community while making new friends and connecting with other military families from across the Division.
For planning purposes, please complete the registration form for this event by noon on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
We look forward to celebrating the start of another great school year with you!
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