Westgate Weekly News

Westgate Families,

I hope this finds you having had a wonderful week.  April continues to be a busy month with many exciting events.  Please take note of the important upcoming dates below!

Upcoming Important Dates: 

April 20 - Community Conversation with Dr. Reid @ 6:30 p.m. in the Westgate Cafeteria.  Please register HERE if you are planning to attend. 

April 21 - No School for Students (Special Election)

April 24 - Staff Volleyball Game @ Marshall High School -6:30 p.m.

April 28 - Family Book Fair Night - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

April 30 - WestFest @ 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Westgate and  wishing everyone a fantastic weekend ahead!

All my best,

Hallie Demetriades

Principal 


Spring Picture Day is on April 23

Victor O'Neill Studios will be at Westgate on Thursday, April 23 to take individual and class photos. Spring photos can be ordered by families after they are taken. Photos will be available online approximately two weeks after Picture Day. Once available, orders placed within the first two weeks will receive free shipping to the school. 

**We are also looking for 2 parent volunteers for this day.  If you are willing to help, please reach out to Ms. Vargas in the main office at 703-610-5700.


Purple Up! Spirit Week - April 20-24

Help us celebrate the Month of the Military Child by participating in our Purple UP! Spirit Week from April 20 - April 24! 

Monday 4/20: Bootcamp Day, wear exercise clothes or camo

Tuesday 4/21: Patriotic Day, wear stars and stripes

Wednesday 4/22: Purple Up! Day, wear purple to support the military child

Thursday 4/23: RED Day, wear red to Remember Everyone Deployed

Friday 4/24: Sparkles and Spirit Day, wear sparkles or spirit wear to honor military families

Vistete de Morado!Semana del Niño militar; 20 de Abril- 24 de Abril

Lunes: Dia de entrenamiento: Usa ropa deportiva o de camuflaje 

Martes: Dia Patriótico:Usa ropa con estrellas y rayas

Miercoles Dia  “Purple up”: Vestirse de morado para apoyar los niños de familias militares!

Jueves:Dia Rojo: Vestirse de rojo para recordar a todos los que están desplegados 

Viernes: Dia de brillo y espíritu: Usa ropa con brillo o ropa escolar para honrar a las familias militares


WestFest is April 30 - We Need Your Help!

WestFest is a vibrant celebration of our incredible and diverse community! Join us on Thursday, April 30th, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at Westgate for an evening of fun, connection, and festivities. At WestFest, taste some of our community's favorite dishes and participate in a variety of activities! We hope to see you there!

The student planning committee is looking for volunteers to help make this a successful and fun event for our Westgate community.


Looking to Get Involved?  The PTA Needs YOU!

We are looking for volunteers to serve on the PTA Board for the upcoming year, including President, Treasurer and Communications, as well as members for the Audit Committee.

These roles are essential to keeping our PTA active and able to support our school community. If you are interested or would like to learn more, please email president@westgatewolvespta.com