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Important Dates
February 16th - Holiday – George Washington’s Birthday
February 17th – Student Holiday – Teacher Work Day
Principal’s Message
Happy Friday Wolverine Community,
Thank you for another amazing week at WPHS. We were glad to get all the students back in the building and on a regular schedule. But I am not sure if this snow will ever melt!
Quick reminder Monday Feb 16 is President’s Day, and all are off. In addition, Tuesday February 17 is a Teacher Workday and students will not be in the building
Good luck to our Wolverine Dance Team as they perform at Nationals this weekend.
FCPS Cares Submission- Congratulations! The following staff member has been recognized as an employee who shows that FCPS CARES: Marianne Vareldzis
“Marianne shows up every 1st period class and helps administration and security work our main entrance detection machines. This is a 100% volunteer role she has decided to take on this year. Her dedication to our school and students is unwavering. She volunteers her time to help our school community and the students get into school quickly and safely. She is a joy to have at West Potomac High School.”
Last night at the School Board Meeting, our band was recognized for being selected for the Music For All performance that is coming up next month in Indianapolis Indiana. This is a huge accomplishment for our band program. Way to go Mr. Antonucci!
I hope you all have a WONDERFUL Valentine’s Day and a nice long weekend!
Jessica Statz, Principal
School News
PTSA News
- Our next Five Guys restaurant night will be 2/24 at the Quander Rd location - take the night off from cooking and help benefit our school!
- Our next PTSA meeting will be 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
- 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.
SENIOR NEWS
SENIOR BREAKFAST, March 3rd- We will celebrate 100 Days Until Graduation and our seniors at the upcoming senior breakfast. Parents/guardians, please consider volunteering by clicking the Sign Up Genius below. We will be serving Anita’s Burritos, fruit and bagels. We are asking for yogurt and drink donations, and also donated gift cards for a raffle drawing!
Senior Breakfast/100 Days Until Graduation!
signupgenius.com
SENIOR DUES - Has your senior paid their senior dues ($85)? The dues are a requirement for graduation. The 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
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