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Principal’s Message
Happy Friday Wolverine Community,
We are about halfway through 3rd quarter and it’s a great time to review grades in ParentVue/StudentVue. In addition, we have a lot of information on our website for spring testing: https://westpotomachs.fcps.edu/spring-testing Please take time to explore our awesome website.
Last Friday, our AP African American Studies class had a special guest speaker. Mr. Jay Quander – owner of 1799 Prime Restaurant in Old Town Alexandria and member of the Quander family member of Alexandria, came and spoke to the class. He is also a graduate of FCPS. In addition, this week Mr. Houston hosted Coach Jimmy Lewis.
This week we started our new implementation of our Wolverine Reset Rooms for students who are late to class without valid passes and who are roaming the halls and bathrooms. Thank you to those faculty and staff members that volunteered to help with the rooms.
Academy teacher, Chef Walden, and his students traveled down to Williamsburg for the Virginia ProStart Invitational competition. West Potomac Senior, Katarina “Kat” Beatty competed in the cake decorating competition and she finished in first place. Way to go Kat!!
On Thursday, West Potomac hosted its 15th Soul Food Luncheon-Culture, Community and Cuisine! The teachers and students worked very hard to make this event happen. In addition, we had a special visit from our Superintendent Dr. Reid and School Board Member, Kyle McDaniel.
I hope you all have a lovely weekend!
Jessica Statz, Principal
Congratulations Rising Stars!
Thirty-five students were recognized this morning for being 2nd Quarter Rising Stars! Thank you to our PTSA Academic Boosters for sponsoring this student celebration. Congratulations to all students!
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Save the date for the Children’s Consignment Sale on Saturday, March 14 from 8am–2pm at Christ Church in Fairfax Station! Shop high-quality children’s clothing, toys, books, shoes, games, and baby items at phenomenal prices. All items are gently used and significantly discounted, making this a wonderful opportunity for families to stock up and save. We hope you’ll join us and feel free to share the information with other friends and families in our community!
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In continued celebration of Black History Month, FCPS would like to share the following video which honors the enduring legacy of Black excellence in Fairfax County Public Schools.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgQqXLPzB9g
PTSA News
- Feeling out of the loop with all the non-school days lately? Join us for our next PTSA meeting on March 10 at 6:30 pm in the school library. This is a great time to check in with the school community, ask questions, and see what's new at WP. We want quarters 3 and 4 to be strong ones for our students and families - hope to see you there!
- Scholarship Opportunity: The Virginia PTA scholarship program is now open for applications. The due date for applications is April 1 and multiple $500 scholarships are awarded each year. Click HERE to learn more about this program and the requirements.
- Volunteer Opportunities: The PTSA is looking to fill two volunteer positions.1) News You Choose Coordinator: help gather info for PTSA updates and other committees who want to include their info in this weekly newsletter. This is an easy, low lift way to help out. Contact us at ptsa.westpotomac@gmail.com with questions. 2) Test Prep Chair: we love to be able to offer our test prep program to our students, but we need a new chair person who is willing to take over to ensure continued success! See the info below in the Test Prep section and contact Marilyn Aboff at marilynaboff@yahoo.com, if you'd like to learn more.
SENIOR BREAKFAST, March 3rd- We will celebrate 100 Days Until Graduation and our seniors at the upcoming senior breakfast. Parents/guardians, we are still in need of some drink donations. Please sign up using the link below. We will be serving Anita’s Burritos, fruit, yogurt and bagels.
Senior Breakfast/100 Days Until Graduation!
signupgenius.com
SENIOR DUES - Has your senior paid their senior dues? The dues are a requirement for graduation. The $85 fee includes your student's cap/ gown/ tassel and end of year senior activities. You may pay at www.myschoolbucks.com or visit the finance office for cash or check payment. If you have a student receiving free or reduced school meals and have a Consent to Share form on file, please see Ms. Kinsey or Ms. Firesheets in the finance office for information on reduced dues.
SENIOR YARD SIGNS - Still interested in purchasing a Class of 2026 yard sign to celebrate your senior? We have placed our final order, available while supplies last.
LINK TO PURCHASE: https://westpotomacptsa.givebacks.com/sho
HAVE YOU COMPLETED THE VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION? - If you are going to volunteer for senior events, you will need to register as a volunteer with FCPS (new this year). It takes some time for the approval process so plan ahead! Link to register for Level I service: https://www.fcps.edu/get-involved/volunteer-fcps
CHECK OUT OUR SOCIAL MEDIA and SCHOOL WEBSITE
Website: https://westpotomachs.fcps.edu/seniors-class-2026
JOIN our Instagram page! “WestPo2026”
https://www.instagram.com/westpo2026?igsh=MW15bTkyZzhvd282bg=
JOIN our Facebook page! “West Potomac HS-Class of 2026 Parents & Families"
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16grajRVw8/?mibextid=wwXIfr
This is a private group for parents and students.
Senior Administrator: Brian Valentine (bvalentine@fcps.edu)
Senior Class Sponsors: Virginia Lintot (vmlintot@fcps.edu), Aimee Gervacio (agervacio@fcps.edu), Mariam Younossi (myounossi@fcps.edu)
Parents Committee Co-Chairs: Emily Wild (emilywild7717@gmail.com) and Sandy Forti (sandyforti@gmail.com)
PTSA Test Prep News!
Test Prep Chair Search is On! For most students and parents, SAT/ACT tests are in your future. Be on the cutting edge of changes to the official tests and college admissions by chairing the PTSA’s Test Prep Program! No test prep experience is needed just strong organization and customer service skills. Contact Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com, to learn more about managing this rewarding program. Planning next school year starts soon. Now is a great time to jump on board and learn the ropes! Perhaps co-chair for a year?
Free Webinars from Applerouth:
Find the list of upcoming webinars and registration links HERE.
Mock Tests, Classes and Resources
Mock Tests – New enhanced ACT (eACT) Mocks at West Po are currently being offered in the paper and pencil version as the new, official *digital* version of the eACT has not yet achieved a good user experience. Applerouth is not advising anyone to take the official eACT digitally, if they can avoid it. Upcoming SAT and ACT Mock Test Dates – 1/31, 2/21, 3/7, 4/18, 5/9.
Small Group SAT Classes – Final class starts 3/7 and preps for the 6/6 official SAT test. In-person, laptop required. Class filling up so register early!
Small Group eACT Classes – Until the West Po community shows more interest in the in-person eACT classes on campus, Applerouth has agreed to enroll students in their scheduled online with live tutor eACT classes, as available, and honor the West Po Group Class Price. Contact Test Prep Chair, Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com for class options.
Online Self-Paced Classes - This comprehensive online course gives you everything you need to raise your SAT or ACT score, stay motivated, and have fun doing it – all from the comfort of home and on your own schedule. One-year license, unlimited access. Applerouth's new enhanced ACT self-paced course has been updated for the eACT.
Scholarships - WPHS student need-based scholarships for mocks and classes are available through the College and Career Center Specialist, Karen B, Young, kbyoung1@fcps.edu
Program Resources
Test Prep Web Page – General information about test prep and links to West Po prep events
Applerouth Tutoring – Experienced tutors are available for questions at 202-558-5644
PTSA Test Prep Chair – Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com
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