September 25th, 2026 Edition
Important Dates
October 7th- SAT & PSAT School Day (*No report day for 9th graders; 2 hour early release schedule for 10th-12th)
October 5th - 10th - WSHS Homecoming Week
October 9th - Homecoming Parade, Tailgate and Football Game
October 10th - Homecoming Dance
October 12th - School Planning Day (Student holiday- no school)
News From WSHS
Chromebook Communication
Now that we have settled into the 2026-2027 school year, we want to send a reminder that students/families are responsible for damage to the Chromebooks and their HP 45-watt chargers, whether willfully or accidentally. We have seen an increase in Chromebook damage, with the most frequent damages being Broken LCD Screens and water damage from water bottles spilling in backpacks. These repairs range from $90.00 to $315.00 depending on the necessary repair. Please partner with us and remind your students of proper care of their laptop both at home and at school.
Expectations:
- Chromebooks should be charged nightly and brought to school each day. There are no loaner Chromebooks if left at home.
- Please ensure Chromebooks are stored out of the way when charging and not propped against a wall or laying on the floor, where they can be kicked or stepped on.
- Ensure items are not left on the keyboard when closing the lid to reduce the risk of screen breakage.
- Water bottles should be stored in an exterior pocket of a backpack to reduce the risk of damaging the systemboard of the device.
- Chromebooks should not be used as a folder to hold papers, as this is known to break the hinge.
- Please refrain from eating or drinking when using the Chromebook.
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Only the HP 45-watt charger that was given upon checkout is to be used and returned with the Chromebook. No off-brand chargers will be accepted. HP chargers are warrantied so if it stops working, we can easily supply a new charger at no cost, as long as the defective one is returned to the Tech Office.
- If the charger is lost, a new charger must be purchased through our WSHS MySchoolBucks Store. Once the purchase is complete, students may come to the Tech Office to pick up their new charger.
📚 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.
College & Career Center News
Upcoming College Visits: Find a complete list of upcoming college visits & how to register in Naviance
October 3 (10:00AM-1:00PM): Military Academies & Colleges Expo at the National Museum of the United States Army in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. This event will bring together representatives from all U.S. Service Academies and Senior Military Colleges in one place.
October 7: SAT/PSAT Day at West Springfield
October 18: FCPS College Fair at GMU Eagle Bank Arena, 4-6PM. Register here.
October 19: FCPS Postsecondary Night (Virtual), 5-8PM. Register here.
December 2: ASVAB Administered at West Springfield - 10th -12th grade students can register here by November 19. Family info on ASVAB participation opt-out and ASVAB accommodation consent included in family notification letters on the ASVAB webpage.
Attendance Corner
Attendance matters! Every school day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and connect. Regular attendance helps students build strong relationships, develop lifelong habits, and make the most of every learning experience. We encourage all West Springfield High School families to make attendance a priority by establishing consistent routines and arriving on time each day. Together, we can create a school community where every student is present, engaged, and empowered to reach their full potential. Every day counts! We are here to help and support. If you have any questions about your children's attendance, please contact Nicoleta Abott, Dean of Students: fnabott@fcps.edu
Custom Crayons and Door Signs
Looking for a thank you gift for a staff member? Need something to show your appreciation to your children’s teachers? We’ve got you covered! WSHS Original Creations are making door signs and custom crayons, starting at just $5! Please place your orders from our website here: https://sites.google.com/view/wshsoriginalcreations/home . If you have any questions or special requests, please contact Carolyn Tran (cmtran@fcps.edu).
Spartans Dance Camp
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Open to Grades K to 8th | Practices take place September 28th and September 30th, performance on October 2nd.
Find more information and register here ! Registration closes September 27th at 11:59pm CST
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 See highlights below for Homecoming and keep an eye out next week for a special edition of News You Choose with even more HoCo information!
WSHS Homecoming Ticket & Guest Information
West Springfield High School’s SGA Presents…Highway to HOCO: A week of Rock n’ Roll
Homecoming Dance Tickets are $25. Tickets MUST be purchased via MySchoolBucks BY THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 at 11:59pm.
*Important Homecoming Dance Guest Information: Students may bring one non-WSHS guest. If bringing a non-WSHS guest, the student should purchase two dance tickets in MySchoolBucks, after which, submit a completed Homecoming Dance Guest Form. The guest form contains a section that MUST be completed by an administrator at the guest student's school BEFORE being submitted. Incomplete guest forms will not be accepted and guests arriving without completed forms will not be allowed to enter the dance.
Guest forms should be submitted to Room 2441 (Mr. Alukonis), Room 2114 (Mrs. Whitlock in the Leadership Classroom), or the Activities Office. All guests must enter the dance with a WSHS student and present photo ID upon entering. These forms must be turned in by 3PM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9.
 Homecoming Parade
West Springfield’s Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame!
When: Friday, October 9 at 4:30pm
Where: The parade will begin by going left onto Carleigh Parkway from Kirkwood Presbyterian Church, then continue left onto Forrester Blvd, left onto Sherborn Lane, and right onto Grigsby Drive before crossing over Rolling Road and ending at West Springfield High School. Please join us along the parade route to see our marching band, class floats, homecoming court, fall sports, clubs, and more!
Homecoming Tailgate
When: Friday, October 9 at 5:30pm
Where: WSHS Parking Lot
Free food and spirit items... while they last!
Homecoming Football Game vs. Yorktown
*It’s an Orange Out!**
When: Friday, October 9 at 7:00pm
Where: WSHS Stadium
Come cheer on the Spartans! Announcement of Homecoming Royalty at halftime!
Homecoming Dance
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When: Saturday, October 10, 7:00 - 10:00pm
Where: WSHS Main Gym
Dance tickets will be available for purchase via MySchoolBucks.
Dance ticket: $25
Doors open at 7:00pm. Enter at Door 5 / Sports Lobby entrance. Last entrance at 9:00 p.m.
ID needed at the door
See earlier details about guest forms!
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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:
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Learn About Applied Behavior Analysis and Teaching New Skills at Home
All family members and caregivers are invited to attend monthly Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Family Training to learn how to support and teach students with autism and related disorders. No registration is needed.
Virtual trainings take place at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Join the session. Upcoming topics include:
- Autism and ABA Overview on Wednesday, October 14. (It is highly recommended that you attend this session before any future sessions.)
- Prioritizing Skills to Teach at Home on Wednesday, November 18.
- Toilet Training on Wednesday, December 9.
- Managing Challenging Behaviors at Home on Wednesday, January 13.
- Communication: a Foundation for Independence on Wednesday, February 10.
Visit the ABA webpage for a full list of classes. Need an interpreter? Contact Stephanie Watkins two weeks before the training at 571-423-4110 or sawatkins@fcps.edu.
Review and Sign SR&R by September 30
The FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) booklet explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. We encourage families to discuss these expectations with their child(ren).
Families should review the SR&R and sign the acknowledgement form by Wednesday, September 30, either by logging into SIS ParentVUE or by signing and returning the Signature Sheet.
Blue Star Welcome Week
September 26 through October 4, 2026
Our community and FCPS are proud to participate in Blue Star Welcome Week, a special event dedicated to welcoming military-connected families to the area. From September 26 through October 4, 2026, various events and activities will be held throughout FCPS schools and the region to show support and appreciation for military-connected families.
Blue Star Welcome Week is an annual event hosted by Blue Star Families, a non-profit organization that empowers military-connected families and strives to help them integrate into civilian communities. This week-long celebration offers newcomers the opportunity to connect with local resources, meet other military-connected families, and engage with the community. Please visit the National Capital Region Chapter to learn more about the events Blue Star Families and their partners will be hosting.
FCPS wishes a warm welcome to our military-connected families! We are honored to have you as part of our community, and we thank you for your service.
Dear Senior Parents and Guardians,
Thank you for joining us for Senior Parent Night on 9/23! It was wonderful to meet so many of you in person, especially those I’ve had the chance to speak with during my first year at West Springfield. If you couldn’t attend the event, no worries! You can find key counseling related information throughout the year on our Student Services Senior Class of ’27 page, including the presentation reviewed during Senior Parent Night.
I appreciate you taking the time to join us and look forward to supporting your students this year!
Sincerely,
Amrita Sethi, Director of Student Services
Senior Yearbook Ads
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.
Book your Senior's yearbook photo session at www.vosphoto.com/westspringfield
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The All Night Grad Party is booked for June 8th, 2027 at The St. James! Stay tuned—ticket sales will be open in November! |
 Want to celebrate your graduate in a special way? Personalized graduation yard signs are available to order now. (You can also celebrate their sports/band/theater participation) Click the link below to order yours! You will first need to create an account, then you will find the order page:
https://springfield-va.fastsigns.com/fcps
Have a great weekend!
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