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Important Dates
March 20th: Holiday - Eid al-Fitr
Principal’s Message
Dear Wolverine Community,
Girls Basketball State SemiFinal Send Off and Game Details-
Drive down and cheer on our Women’s Wolverine Basketball team as they compete in the VA State Semi-Finals TONIGHT!
Friday, March 6, 2026 at 7pm
Ticket Link: https://gofan.co/event/6222851?schoolId=VHSL
Manchester High School: 12601 Bailey Bridge Rd, Midlothian, VA 23112
This month, we honor Women’s History Month by celebrating women past and present. From Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a leader in the fight for women’s rights, to Serena Williams, who redefined excellence in sports, and Emma Watson, who advocates for equality around the world—these women inspire us to lead, create, and stand up for what’s right.
WP Honored for Best Website: https://westpotomachs.fcps.edu/features/west-potomac-receives-award-best-high-school-website.
Last weekend, West Potomac band had a handful of students audition for the VBODA All-State event. To even be invited to audition for this event is a huge deal, and all participating students should be commended on a job well done!!
Results have just been released, and Mr. Antonucci was excited to share that 5 students from West Potomac placed in an All-State ensemble and one designated as an alternate (in a ridiculously competitive section)! Congratulations Wolverines!
All- Virginia Orchestra:
Aiden Bratten (1st in State)
All- Virginia Wind Symphony:
Molly Gorman (8th in State)
Lexi Zwerdling (7th in State)
Molly Mead (9th in State)
All- Virginia Concert Band:
Owen McLenithan (13th in State)
Alternate:
Josh Thomann (5th in State)
This last weekend at the State Leadership Conference in Virginia Beach for DECA…a couple of our Marketing, Finance, and Entrepreneur students medaled. The DECA SLC conference is where we compete against 5000 other HS kids throughout the state of Virginia, the students get a business problem and they must come up with a solution and present it in front of a judge.
Here is a list of our medalists:
Aninah O’Neil---Entrepreneurship
Lee Becton—Finance
Luana De Moras—Food Marketing
Elyse Schipper—Lodging
Class of 2026 Senior Breakfast. Thank you to our amazing Senior Parents and volunteers for putting on this special event.
   
For even more events and highlights from West Potomac High School, follow us on Instagram and Facebook: @westpohighschool
Have a great weekend, Wolverines!
Jessica Statz, Principal
School News
National School Social Work Week
A big thanks to our Social Workers: Aimee Convery, Jennifer Spears, and Karina Villegas for all they do for our students.
March 2-8 is National School Social Work Week. Social workers in FCPS help to prevent social, emotional, and behavioral factors from affecting a student's ability to perform at their best. Their primary goal is to remove barriers that prevent a student from fulfilling their academic potential. Social workers are assigned to every school and center in the school system. Most social workers serve one to two sites. Learn more about the role of social workers in FCPS.
PTSA News
- Don't miss our next PTSA meeting on Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30 in the school library. West Po's very own College and Career Specialist, Karen Young, will be joining us to talk through available resources for families, application processes, and what to plan for now so you're prepared for next steps. Don't miss this very informative session open to parents and students - come with questions!
- Our March Five Guys restaurant night will be 3/16 - who doesn't love cheeseburgers on a Monday night?! Plan to visit the Quander Rd location between 4-8pm. A portion of the proceeds from the night come back to benefit our school.
- 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 NEWS
SENIOR TRIP: Busch Gardens Williamsburg Grad Nite. April 24th
Students will depart Friday afternoon and return at approximately 3:00 AM on Saturday April 25.
- $75.00 deposit to hold your seat; $150 total. You can pay the deposit NOW and/or make the full payment in My SchoolBucks.
- Deposit is due by March 6th (TODAY!!)
- Balance is due by March 13th.
- If paying via cash or check, please bring your payment to the Finance office.
- After paying, you must register at the following link: Trip Registration: Kaleidoscope Adventures
Seats are limited. Parents interested in chaperoning may also sign up through the same link!
SAVE THE DATE- RESTAURANT NIGHT, March 12th- Our next Class of 2026 restaurant night will be held at the Quander Road Five Guys on March 24th from 5-9pm. 20% of sales will be donated to our class. Come for dinner and support our seniors.
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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