September 11th, 2026 Edition
Important Dates
September 23rd- Senior Parent Night (6:30PM in WSHS Auditorium)
October 7th- SAT & PSAT School Day (*No report day for 9th graders; 2 hour early release schedule for 10th-12th)
October 31st- Deadline to order 2027 yearbooks & create Senior Ad
News From FCPS
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for the event closest to WSHS (if you would like a list of the event at other locations, please email scstevens@fcps.edu):
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Reporting Discrimination or Harassment
FCPS is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for people of all races, national origins, and ethnicities. Individuals experiencing harassment or discrimination should report the incident as soon as possible.
Upcoming Flu Shot Events
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will be taking 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.
September 11 National Day of Service
With the 25th anniversary of September 11, FCPS acknowledges the loss of life, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and act in service to others to honor those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks.
All FCPS students are encouraged to participate in service learning as it supports Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes and social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. Middle and high school students can learn more about service learning by logging into their Schoology account to access x2VOL.
Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Friday, September 11. That day is an evening-only observance day. Important events will not be held after school.
See the complete school year calendar.
WSHS Student Services Updates
SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT Testing Day
SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 7, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to pre-registered 12th grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th grade students.
Unscheduled Day for 9th Grade Students Because of the testing, most 9th grade students will not have school on October 7. Students are encouraged to complete any missing work or assignments that need to be completed prior to the end of the first quarter.
Ninth grade students with disabilities who receive low incidence special education services will still receive in-person instruction with a two-hour early release on October 7.
Contact WSHS Assessment Coach akhorak@fcps.edu or Family Liaison scstevens@fcps.edu with any questions.
Learn more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS.
Yearbook Orders!
📚 2027 Yearbooks – Lowest Price of the Year!
- 💰 Cost: $70.00 ( book only) | $76.00 (Includes custom nameplate)
- ⏰ Order Deadline: October 31st
- 🛒 How to Order: Click here to order and use school code 4150 for West Springfield.
🎓 Senior Yearbook Ads (see Senior section below for more info)
- ⏰ Design & Order Deadline: October 31st
- 🛒 How to Order: Click here to order and use school code 4150 for West Springfield.
Please note that if you receive free or reduced meal benefits, email slholgrefe@fcps.edu and ask for further instructions on how to pay. Include your full name and student ID number in your email.
College & Career News
Please click here for our latest installment of the West Springfield College & Career News. In this edition, you'll find:
- Upcoming College Visits Students Can Register For
- List of events that will help you with postsecondary planning
- List of upcoming events including "Senior Parent Night"
- ASVAB Registration Link
- A listing of upcoming scholarship and enrichment opportunities
Enjoy!
Paul Stansbery, West Springfield College & Career Specialist
Student Schedules
Our Spartans are off to a great start and have had the opportunity to settle into their classes and become familiar with their schedules.
As we move further into the school year, students who would like to request a schedule change should first meet with their school counselor. Their counselor will provide them with a schedule change form, which requires parent/guardian and teacher acknowledgment of the request.
Please keep in mind that submitting a request does not guarantee a schedule change. All requests are reviewed based on graduation requirements, course availability and sequencing.
World Language Credit by Exam (WLCBE)
Registration is now open for the Fall 2026 World Language Credit by Exam (WLCBE). The WLCBE assesses language proficiency in languages other than English and recognizes the strengths that our students bring as effective communicators in multiple languages.
This assessment may be used to award world language credits towards graduation, determine course placement for language courses offered in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), and fulfill the world languages requirements for the Virginia Seal of Biliteracy. Please review the FCPS WLCBE Page for important testing information including the registration process and languages offered.
Registration Window
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Opened: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.
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Deadline: Friday, October 16, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
Questions about the WLCBE can be directed to your students' school counselor!
 Senior Parent Night
Join us for Senior Parent Night to learn more about what to expect during your student’s senior year! We’ll review important senior-year information, graduation requirements, postsecondary planning, key dates and deadlines, and resources available to support students and families throughout the year. We look forward to partnering with you as we help our seniors make the most of their final year at West Springfield!
When: September 23rd @ 6:30 PM
Where: West Springfield HS Auditorium
Senior Meetings
This week, our school counselors visited senior Advisory classes to review important information about postsecondary planning and the college and career process.
Starting the week of 9/14, seniors will be able to schedule their individual Senior Meeting! During these meetings, students will review graduation requirements, postsecondary goals, college and career planning, transcript requests, and more!
Counselor Alpha Assignments:
- A–BIE | Ms. Frisch — Ms. Frisch is currently on leave. Ms. Sethi (Director of Student Services) and Mr. Stansbery (College & Career Center Specialist) will be supporting her seniors with their individual Senior Meetings.
- BIF–DAH | Ms. Malloy — Ms. Malloy is serving as the long-term substitute for Ms. Montain.
- DAI–GAB | Mr. Montero
- GAC–HOW | Ms. Fleming
- HOX–LED | Ms. Arenholz
- LEE–MOD | Mr. Tsang
- MOE–PIN | Ms. Fulton
- PIO–SEC | Ms. Neforos
- SED–TOO | Ms. Lodwig
- TOP–Z | Mr. Duperrouzel
Celebrate Your Senior: 2027 Senior Yearbook Ads Now On Sale!
Commemorate your student's achievements and milestones with a Senior Ad in the 2027 West Springfield High School Yearbook! These custom recognition ads allow you to share favorite photos, personal messages, and words of encouragement to celebrate your graduating senior.
Important Information:
- ⏰ Deadline to Design & Order: October 31st
- 🔑 School Code: 4150
- 💻 How to Order: Visit https://yearbookordercenter.com/, enter school code 4150, and follow the prompts to choose your ad size and complete your design.
Space in the yearbook is limited, and ads are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to design and submit your ad early.
If you have any questions, please contact Stacie Holzgrefe at slholzgrefe@fcps.edu.
Senior Pictures - Session C (October 13th-16th)
 To book a Senior portrait session during the WSHS upcoming session dates (October 13th - 16th.), please visit www.vosphoto.com/westspringfield .
National Honor Society Candidate Invitations
NHS candidate invitations were emailed to eligible seniors on September 9. Students who received an invitation have met the 3.5 GPA scholarship requirement and are invited to apply for membership in West Springfield High School’s S. John Davis Chapter of the National Honor Society. Students who wish to be considered must complete the NHS Candidate Application by 10:00 p.m. on September 18, 2026. The application must be accessed using the student’s FCPS Google account.
Families of eligible students are encouraged to check with their student to ensure they received the invitation and are aware of the deadline.
Have a great weekend!
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