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Westfield Weekly
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Classroom Spotlight: Bulldogs Track Monarch Metamorphosis with Get2Green
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For the past few weeks, students alongside Jessica Wheaton have been following the journey of "Crunchwrap," a monarch caterpillar, through FCPS’s Get2Green environmental initiative. Students observed Crunchwrap’s incredible transformation into a monarch butterfly before gathering outdoors to cheer on its official release for migration. Read all about the release and Get2Green. |
Classroom Spotlight: Advanced STEM Engineerging Students Tackle Real-World School Challenges
Advanced STEM engineering students turned a daily school routine into an engaging lesson in business principles, human empathy, and engineering design. By examining stakeholder needs—from custodial staff to administrators—and analyzing opportunity costs, students are utilizing real-world decision matrices to develop practical solutions for facility cleanliness, safety, and efficiency. Read all about the Advanced STEM problem-solving challenge.
Student Spotlight: AVID Seniors Focus on Wellness and Academic Success
Westfield’s Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) seniors kicked off their weekly "Fun Friday" tradition by creating handmade stress balls to help manage college planning pressure. Read all about Westfield's AVID program and National AVID Day.
Student Spotlight: Five Years of Morgan’s Message
 Five years after Westfield High School first brought Morgan’s Message to campus, our students continue their vital work of breaking the stigma around student-athlete mental health. From crafting friendship bracelets during their interactive kickoff meeting to hosting high-visibility dedication games—like the upcoming field hockey matchup against Oakton—our Bulldogs are fostering open conversations and peer-to-peer support across all athletic programs. Read all about Westfield's Morgan's Message Club.
Student Spotlight: Latin Dance Club
 In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Westfield's Latin Dance Club is bringing energy and school spirit with an exciting Spirit Week from September 21–25! Bulldogs are invited to join the fun each day.
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Tuesday, September 22 — Martes Jersey Day—wear your favorite international team!
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Wednesday, September 23 — Miércoles Walk of Fame—wear an outfit inspired by your favorite artist.
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Thursday, September 24 — Jueves Quince Day—wear your best 15th-birthday-inspired items.
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Friday, September 25 — Viernes Wear your favorite outfit from your favorite era.
Student Spotlight Wall
 Have you seen the new look at our main entrance? We are excited to reveal this new feature at the front of the building—a place to highlight all the incredible things are students are engaged in. Stay tuned as we continue to highlight student success and Bulldog spirit!
Athletics Spotlight: Girls Volleyball
Our freshman, JV and Varsity Girls Volleyball teams continue to highlight strong Bulldog Pride. You have two opportunities to see them in action this week Away at Tuesday at Centreville and a Home match-up on Thursday against Oakton. Be sure to come out and support your Lady Bulldogs!
Photo credit: Henry Rottman @shotsbyhenry
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Back to School Night: September 23 6pm-8pm
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Arrival Logistics
- Please park in the parking lots at the side of the school, not the bus loop.
- Childcare will be provided in the Lecture Hall for toilet-trained kids between the ages of 3 - 12 from 5:30 - 8 pm
- Parents can access student schedules through ParentVue
- Please take a screenshot of your child’s schedule before arriving at the event, as cell service inside the building may be limited.
Presentations
- 5:30 - 5:55 p.m.: School Counseling Overview (Auditorium)
- 5:30 - 5:55 p.m.: MLL Department Overview (Cafeteria)
Class Rotation & Schedule
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1st Period
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6:00 – 6:10 pm
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Passing Time
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6:10 – 6:15 pm
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2nd Period
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6:15 – 6:25 pm
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Passing Time
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6:25 – 6:30 pm
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3rd Period
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6:30 – 6:45 pm
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Passing Time
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6:45 – 6:50 pm
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4th Period
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6:50 – 7:00 pm
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Passing Time
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7:00 – 7:05 pm
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5th Period
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7:05 – 7:15 pm
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Passing Time
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7:15 – 7:20 pm
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6th Period
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7:20 – 7:30 pm
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Passing
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7:30 – 7:35 pm
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7th Period
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7:35 – 7:45 pm
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Passing
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7:45 – 7:50 pm
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8th Period
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7:50 – 8:00 pm
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Westfield Homecoming 2026
Westfield Homecoming 2026 The Limit Does Not Exist
Save the Date for the Homecoming Parade!
- The Homecoming Parade is on Friday, October 2, at 4:30 p.m., starting at Stone Middle School.
Westfield High School’s Homecoming Dance will take place on Saturday, October 3, from 7 to 10 p.m.
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Ticket Sales: Westfield students can purchase tickets online via MySchoolBucks starting Monday, September 14, through the day of the dance. Cash sales will be available in person during all lunch shifts from Monday, September 28, through Friday, October 2.
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Entry Requirements: All students must present a valid student ID upon arrival and will enter through Open Gate.
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Guest Forms: Planning to bring a non-Westfield guest? Pick up a Guest Permission Form at any Subschool office, Room C119, or Room C103. Completed forms must be submitted to Room C119 or C103 by Friday, October 2.
PSAT/SAT Day October 7th
Wednesday, October 7, is PSAT/SAT School Day and a 2-hour early release day for students. Read additional details about PSAT/SAT Day.
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Grades 10–11: Taking the PSAT/NMSQT.
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Grade 12: Registered seniors taking the SAT (registration is now closed).
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Grade 9 & Non-Registered Seniors: Unscheduled day (do not report to school).
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Community B: Normal instruction.
Upcoming Dates
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