WSES PTA Newsletter 3.27.2026
Learn about upcoming opportunities sponsored by the PTA!

Information in this Edition:


Spring Afterschool Programs - Last Chance!

Before you head into Spring Break, be sure to register for Spring Enrichment today so your child is all set when classes begin right after break:

  • Registration closes 3/29
  • Classes that don’t fill will be canceled during Spring Break—we don’t want you to miss out or face delays! (Currently, Abrakadoodle on Tuesdays and Breakfast Cooking Club on Thursdays need a few more students to enroll.)
  • Grab your friends, choose your favorites, and secure your spot now so your class runs as planned!
  • Don’t wait—check it off your list today

We hope you will consider having your child(ren) join for one or more activities! Please reach out to Candice Johnson, Afterschool Programs Chair, with any questions: secretary@wsespta.org. Link to register: https://bc-ffx-westspringfield.jumbula.com

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Science Expo - Sign up NOW

Deadline extended to sign up for the WSES Science Expo!

Get ready to showcase your creativity, innovation, and scientific curiosity at our annual WSES Science Expo! This is your chance to explore fascinating topics, dive into experiments, and share your discoveries with friends, teachers, and the community. Whether you’re a budding scientist or just curious about the world around you, we encourage all students (K-6) to participate.

Event Date: April 15, 2026 5:30-6:30pm

Location: WSES Cafeteria

Additional details can be found in our informational Science Expo Packet. To sign up, submit your project plan via this form by March 29th. All students will receive participation prizes! Additionally, all participants are invited to an invite-only Mustang Scientist Ice Cream Party to celebrate all of their hard work! Stay tuned for more details.

Questions? Email Megan Anderson Brooks at wses.scienceexpo@gmail.com.

We can’t wait to see what amazing ideas you bring to life!

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BINGO - Save the Date & Help Needed

We Need You!

The BINGO Committee can still use support in collecting prizes for this year's event! Please consider joining the committee and helping to gather prizes from local sponsors and families. We also appreciate any donations of new items that you may be ready to declutter and donate! Please reach out to Meghan Lonergan at cunningham428@gmail.com to volunteer or donate items. Thank you for supporting this great community event!

Mark your calendars!

Our annual WSES Family Fun Bingo Night will be held on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 5:30pm. The Sign-Up Genius for reservations and pizza pre-orders will be sent out via PTA email on Thursday, April 16th at 6:30pm for PTA members in good standing and at 7pm for non-members. This has been a popular event, and we expect the sign-up will fill up fast!

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Dine Out at Taco Bamba, April 22

Spring has finally arrived!  Let’s celebrate with delicious tacos on April 22nd at Taco Bamba.

Taco Bamba serves traditional tacos, tacos “nuestros” (more modern takes on the form), as well as tortas, empanadas, and other yummy options.  Check out the Springfield location menu here:  https://www.tacobamba.com/menus/#springfield-menu  

Our Dine-Out lasts all day, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.  When ordering in-store, either mention West Springfield Elementary School PTA or show the flyer (paper copy or digital).  If ordering online on Taco Bamba’s website for pick-up, use code GIVE20 (put it in the coupon code area during check-out).  Don’t forget, or your order won’t count!  20% of our group’s total sales will be donated to our WSES PTA.  We hope to see you all there.

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Save the Date...

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:

March 29: Registration ends for spring afterschool programs

March 29: Science Expo Registration Deadline

April 15: Science Expo & STEAM night

April 16: BINGO Registration opens 

April 22: Dine out at Taco Bamba

May 1: BINGO Family Fun Night

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Community Opportunities

Mid-Atlantic Math Tournament Series (MAMTS)

Mid-Atlantic Math Tournament Series (MAMTS) provides fun and unique experiences for young math enthusiasts embarking on the exciting journey of math competitions and delivers a perfect platform for seasoned competitors to showcase their mathematical prowess on stage - with trophy/medal recognitions, pizza lunch and snacks, Bingo prizes, scholarship opportunities, and more.

Mathletes of all levels are invited to participate in the upcoming in-person math tournament for students in Grades 3-5 (Division E) and Grades 6-8 (Division M).  Registration just opened and is limited to 80 teams on a first-come, first-served basis.  Don't miss out on this highly anticipated event!

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FFX County Council PTA Info

Fairfax County Council PTA

Fairfax County Council PTA website

The Fairfax County Special Education PTA website has an abundance of community events gathered on their website.


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