🔬⚡ Science in action! 🧪
Science 8 students had a busy week of hands-on learning! They solved mystery elements, built Bohr models, investigated slides under microscopes, and built circuits to determine which mystery samples were metals. 🔍💡
Learning science by doing! 🧡
Science 8 students had a busy week of hands-on learning! They solved mystery elements, built Bohr models, investigated slides under microscopes, and built circuits to determine which mystery samples were metals. 🔍💡
Learning science by doing! 🧡
🧡💙 It’s a GREAT day to be a Pointer!
We are proud to announce that 100% of West Point Public Schools are Fully Accredited AND Distinguished based on 2025–2026 data! 🌟
And there’s even more to celebrate—West Point Elementary School is the TOP elementary school in Region III! 🏆
This achievement reflects the hard work of our students, staff, families, and entire Pointer community.
Fully Accredited. Distinguished. Pointed in the Right Direction! 🧡💙
We are proud to announce that 100% of West Point Public Schools are Fully Accredited AND Distinguished based on 2025–2026 data! 🌟
And there’s even more to celebrate—West Point Elementary School is the TOP elementary school in Region III! 🏆
This achievement reflects the hard work of our students, staff, families, and entire Pointer community.
Fully Accredited. Distinguished. Pointed in the Right Direction! 🧡💙
🔬 Bringing Biology to Life in 7th Grade Life Science! 🧫✨
Mrs. Gibbs' scientists spent time stepping into the shoes of bio-engineers recently. Students created 3D models of living organisms and then conducted peer reviews with a partner—evaluating each model to verify that it represented the Characteristics of Life (from cellular organization to energy intake, homeostasis, and more!). 🧬🌱
We loved seeing our students engage in high-level scientific discourse, evaluating model limitations, and sharing thoughtful "Glow and Grow" feedback! 🌟💬
Mrs. Gibbs' scientists spent time stepping into the shoes of bio-engineers recently. Students created 3D models of living organisms and then conducted peer reviews with a partner—evaluating each model to verify that it represented the Characteristics of Life (from cellular organization to energy intake, homeostasis, and more!). 🧬🌱
We loved seeing our students engage in high-level scientific discourse, evaluating model limitations, and sharing thoughtful "Glow and Grow" feedback! 🌟💬
Missing just two days of school each month can add up to 10% of the school year—or about 18 days.
That lost time can affect academic progress at any age, from early learning through high school. Showing up consistently helps students stay connected, confident, and ready to succeed.
If you need support, reach out to your child’s school office. Every day in the classroom matters! 🤝
That lost time can affect academic progress at any age, from early learning through high school. Showing up consistently helps students stay connected, confident, and ready to succeed.
If you need support, reach out to your child’s school office. Every day in the classroom matters! 🤝
⚔️📖Mr. McCallister’s juniors headed to Historic Jamestown for a day of exploration and learning! Mrs. Romero and Mrs. Lohr tagged along for the adventure.
Students had the opportunity to learn from West Point resident Mark Summers, an author and historian who serves as the Educational Director of Youth and Public Programs for Jamestown Rediscovery. Mark shared his extensive knowledge of Jamestown’s history before students toured the site and continued exploring and learning firsthand!
Students had the opportunity to learn from West Point resident Mark Summers, an author and historian who serves as the Educational Director of Youth and Public Programs for Jamestown Rediscovery. Mark shared his extensive knowledge of Jamestown’s history before students toured the site and continued exploring and learning firsthand!
I wanted to share some fun pictures of our little Pointers participating in the Tour de Crab on Friday! 🦀
The West Point Combined PTO hosted this wonderful event with support from the West Point Chamber of Commerce. We are so thankful that our NHS students and several of our cheerleaders were able to assist with this special tradition.
This year, we also opened a few volunteer opportunities to some very responsible middle schoolers, and we couldn’t be more pleased with their help. It was wonderful to see our students of all ages step up and give back to our community.
We are so proud to be a part of the Pointer community! 💙🧡
The West Point Combined PTO hosted this wonderful event with support from the West Point Chamber of Commerce. We are so thankful that our NHS students and several of our cheerleaders were able to assist with this special tradition.
This year, we also opened a few volunteer opportunities to some very responsible middle schoolers, and we couldn’t be more pleased with their help. It was wonderful to see our students of all ages step up and give back to our community.
We are so proud to be a part of the Pointer community! 💙🧡
Today, we recognize the dedicated professionals who support teachers with guidance, collaboration, and opportunities to strengthen instructional practices. The leadership of our instructional coaches helps educators grow and creates even stronger learning experiences for students.
Happy National Instructional Coaches Day! 🎉
Happy National Instructional Coaches Day! 🎉
🌭🔬 Sizzle, Science & School! 📚✨
Our ELL Family Engagement Committee welcomed ELL students and their families back to school with a fun-filled cookout! Families enjoyed fellowship while students explored science through five hands-on mini lessons. 🧪🧡
The evening ended with books to take home and s’mores for dessert! 🍫📖
Our ELL Family Engagement Committee welcomed ELL students and their families back to school with a fun-filled cookout! Families enjoyed fellowship while students explored science through five hands-on mini lessons. 🧪🧡
The evening ended with books to take home and s’mores for dessert! 🍫📖
Today is World Teachers Day, a time to recognize the educators who help students learn, grow, and discover their potential. Teachers bring knowledge, encouragement and care into classrooms each day.
We are grateful for everything our teachers do to help students succeed! 📚👏
We are grateful for everything our teachers do to help students succeed! 📚👏
💙🧡 Pointer Pride at the Crab Carnival! 🦀
West Point Public Schools BETA was proud to represent WPPS at this year’s Crab Carnival! We love seeing our students involved, serving, and showing their Pointer Pride throughout our community!
#PointerPride #WeLoveOurPointers #PointedInTheRightDirection
West Point Public Schools BETA was proud to represent WPPS at this year’s Crab Carnival! We love seeing our students involved, serving, and showing their Pointer Pride throughout our community!
#PointerPride #WeLoveOurPointers #PointedInTheRightDirection
Today is National Custodian Day!
We’re grateful for the dedicated custodians who help keep our schools clean, welcoming, and ready for learning each day. From preparing spaces and maintaining facilities to responding when an extra hand is needed, their work makes a difference throughout our schools.
Thank you for all you do! 🙌
We’re grateful for the dedicated custodians who help keep our schools clean, welcoming, and ready for learning each day. From preparing spaces and maintaining facilities to responding when an extra hand is needed, their work makes a difference throughout our schools.
Thank you for all you do! 🙌
Starbucks Day in 5th Grade!
5th grade SO much fun learning today with four Starbucks-inspired rotations! The day was filled with learning, laughter, tasty treats, and lots of Starbucks-inspired fun! 💚
📚 Book Tasting — students enjoyed a yummy sweet fall trail mix while “tasting” some awesome book recommendations!
🌱 Stem-and-Leaf Poster Challenge — creating and organizing data in a creative way.
☕️ Coffee Bean Estimation — making estimates, testing our thinking, and analyzing our results.
🔢 Speed of Place Value — putting our place value skills to the test in a fast-paced challenge!
And of course, no Starbucks Day would be complete without Starbucks-themed drinks and a salty popcorn snack to enjoy along the way!
It was a fun-filled day of math, reading, collaboration, and delicious treats!
5th grade SO much fun learning today with four Starbucks-inspired rotations! The day was filled with learning, laughter, tasty treats, and lots of Starbucks-inspired fun! 💚
📚 Book Tasting — students enjoyed a yummy sweet fall trail mix while “tasting” some awesome book recommendations!
🌱 Stem-and-Leaf Poster Challenge — creating and organizing data in a creative way.
☕️ Coffee Bean Estimation — making estimates, testing our thinking, and analyzing our results.
🔢 Speed of Place Value — putting our place value skills to the test in a fast-paced challenge!
And of course, no Starbucks Day would be complete without Starbucks-themed drinks and a salty popcorn snack to enjoy along the way!
It was a fun-filled day of math, reading, collaboration, and delicious treats!
Join us in recognizing National Principals Month and our outstanding school leaders!
🌟 Laurel Bryd, West Point Middle/High School
🌟 Jennifer Goodwin, West Point Elementary School
Thank you to our principals for showing up, leading with care, and helping keep our schools “Pointed in the Right Direction” every day. Your dedication to students, staff, and your school communities makes a difference! 👏
🌟 Laurel Bryd, West Point Middle/High School
🌟 Jennifer Goodwin, West Point Elementary School
Thank you to our principals for showing up, leading with care, and helping keep our schools “Pointed in the Right Direction” every day. Your dedication to students, staff, and your school communities makes a difference! 👏
Today, Life Science students in Mrs. Tate's class had to act as detectives. They had to evaluate a slide under the microscope and decide if the sample used to be alive or not! Did it have cells? Some samples really stumped them!
Building a strong school community happens through the small things we do every day to help others feel welcomed, included, and valued.
As West Point Public Schools focuses on “Belonging and Building Community,” challenge your student to think about:
💬 Who can I get to know?
💬 How can I make someone feel welcome?
💬 What can I do to make my school a stronger community?
Small actions can make a big difference. Together, we can build a school community where everyone has a place. 💙
As West Point Public Schools focuses on “Belonging and Building Community,” challenge your student to think about:
💬 Who can I get to know?
💬 How can I make someone feel welcome?
💬 What can I do to make my school a stronger community?
Small actions can make a big difference. Together, we can build a school community where everyone has a place. 💙
On Thursday and Friday, Ms. Ambrose’s English 12 DE classes participated in a college admission simulation!
With guidance from Ms. Rush, students acted as enrollment committees who had to evaluate a list of ten candidates, decide which three to accept, and defend their choices. 🎓
The activity gave them a behind-the-scenes look at the college admissions process from the flip side and sparked thoughtful discussions about what makes an applicant stand out. 🌟
With guidance from Ms. Rush, students acted as enrollment committees who had to evaluate a list of ten candidates, decide which three to accept, and defend their choices. 🎓
The activity gave them a behind-the-scenes look at the college admissions process from the flip side and sparked thoughtful discussions about what makes an applicant stand out. 🌟
🚨 SCHOOL CLOSURE UPDATE 🚨
Due to continued HVAC issues, West Point Middle/High School will be CLOSED tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
West Point Elementary School will operate on a normal schedule.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate the patience and flexibility of our Pointer families as crews continue working to resolve the issue.
Thank you for your continued support!🧡💙
Due to continued HVAC issues, West Point Middle/High School will be CLOSED tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
West Point Elementary School will operate on a normal schedule.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate the patience and flexibility of our Pointer families as crews continue working to resolve the issue.
Thank you for your continued support!🧡💙
This month, West Point Public Schools is focusing on “Belonging and Building Community” as part of our school-wide Social Emotional Learning initiative.
Belonging means knowing that you are seen, valued, accepted, and an important part of your school community. When students feel connected to the people and places around them, they are better prepared to learn, build positive relationships, and navigate challenges.
Throughout the month, our schools will create opportunities for students to build relationships, include others, contribute to their school community, and recognize what makes each person unique.
A strong school community starts with each of us. Let’s work together to make sure every Pointer knows: You belong here. 💙
Belonging means knowing that you are seen, valued, accepted, and an important part of your school community. When students feel connected to the people and places around them, they are better prepared to learn, build positive relationships, and navigate challenges.
Throughout the month, our schools will create opportunities for students to build relationships, include others, contribute to their school community, and recognize what makes each person unique.
A strong school community starts with each of us. Let’s work together to make sure every Pointer knows: You belong here. 💙
Missing just two days of school each month can add up to 10% of the school year—or about 18 days.
This lost time can affect academic progress at any age, from early learning through high school. Showing up consistently helps students stay connected, confident, and ready to succeed.
If you need support, reach out to your child’s school office. Every day in the classroom matters! 🤝
This lost time can affect academic progress at any age, from early learning through high school. Showing up consistently helps students stay connected, confident, and ready to succeed.
If you need support, reach out to your child’s school office. Every day in the classroom matters! 🤝
🎉 Great things are happening in our Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) classrooms! Our youngest Pointers are learning, growing, and having fun each day! 🧡💙
#PointerPride #WeLoveOurPointers #PointedInTheRightDirection
#PointerPride #WeLoveOurPointers #PointedInTheRightDirection
