⚔️📖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!
about 14 hours ago, Kim Overton
An artifact from the Jamestown Settlement, appears to be a slate with some inscriptions
Mr. McCallister’s juniors headed to Historic Jamestown for a day of exploration and learning! Students in Bruton Parish listening to Mr. Mark Summers an author and historian who serves as the Educational Director of Youth and Public Programs for Jamestown Rediscovery
Students standing and listening to Mr. Mark Summers an author and historian who serves as the Educational Director of Youth and Public Programs for Jamestown Rediscovery in front of the Pocahontas Statue
Mr. McCallister standing in the doorway of one of the wooden forts
Mrs. Romero standing and pointing at the statue of John Smith at Historic Jamestown
2 students standing, looking and reading about the Archaeology History and Science at Historic Jamestown
2 students standing next to an exhibit of The People of Jamestown at  the Historic Jamestown Rediscovery Center
Students standing and looking up at the statute of John Smith a the History Jamestown Rediscovery Center
Mr. Mark Summers sharing his extensive knowledge of Jamestown's history
Mr. McCallister’s juniors headed to Historic Jamestown for a day of exploration and learning! Students walking past the Jamestown Monument
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! 💙🧡
about 16 hours ago, Kim Overton
Young Pointer students ride their bicycles during the Tour de Crab community event, smiling and enjoying the ride.
Young Pointer students ride their bicycles during the Tour de Crab community event, smiling and enjoying the ride.
Our Pointer Volunteers
Young Pointer students ride their bicycles during the Tour de Crab community event, smiling and enjoying the ride.
Young Pointer students ride their bicycles during the Tour de Crab community event, smiling and enjoying the ride.
Young Pointer students ride their bicycles during the Tour de Crab community event, smiling and enjoying the ride.
Our Pointer Volunteers
Young Pointer students ride their bicycles during the Tour de Crab community event, smiling and enjoying the ride.
Young Pointer students ride their bicycles during the Tour de Crab community event, smiling and enjoying the ride.
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! 🎉
about 17 hours ago, Kim Overton
A flyer that says Happy National Instructional Coaches Day, Thank you, West Point Public Schools
🌭🔬 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! 🍫📖
1 day ago, Kim Overton
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
ELL students and their families enjoy a welcome-back cookout while students participate in five hands-on science activities hosted by the ELL Family Engagement Committee.
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! 📚👏
1 day ago, Kim Overton
Flyer for World Teachers day. It is colorful with an image of the world, paints, colored pencils scissors, rulers, colorful paperclips and push pins, chalk and a sand timer
💙🧡 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
1 day ago, Kim Overton
Two West Point Public Schools BETA students proudly represent WPPS at the Crab Carnival, showing their Pointer Pride and community spirit.
West Point Public Schools BETA students proudly represent WPPS at the Crab Carnival, showing their Pointer Pride and community spirit. Eleven students on a crab carnival float sitting standing and lounging
West Point Public Schools BETA students proudly represent WPPS at the Crab Carnival, showing their Pointer Pride and community spirit. Students and staff members standing with their crab carnival flatbed float
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! 🙌
5 days ago, Kim Overton
Graphic celebrating National Custodian Day with an orange message reading “Happy National Custodian Day!” alongside a mop and cleaning bucket, featuring the West Point Public Schools logo and “A Bridge to Opportunity” tagline.
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!
6 days ago, Kim Overton
Fifth-grade students participate in Starbucks-themed learning activities, including a book tasting, stem-and-leaf data challenge, coffee bean estimation, and place value games, while enjoying themed snacks and drinks.
Fifth-grade students participate in Starbucks-themed learning activities, including a book tasting, stem-and-leaf data challenge, coffee bean estimation, and place value games, while enjoying themed snacks and drinks.
Fifth-grade students participate in Starbucks-themed learning activities, including a book tasting, stem-and-leaf data challenge, coffee bean estimation, and place value games, while enjoying themed snacks and drinks.
Fifth-grade students participate in Starbucks-themed learning activities, including a book tasting, stem-and-leaf data challenge, coffee bean estimation, and place value games, while enjoying themed snacks and drinks.
Fifth-grade students participate in Starbucks-themed learning activities, including a book tasting, stem-and-leaf data challenge, coffee bean estimation, and place value games, while enjoying themed snacks and drinks.
Fifth-grade students participate in Starbucks-themed learning activities, including a book tasting, stem-and-leaf data challenge, coffee bean estimation, and place value games, while enjoying themed snacks and drinks.
Fifth-grade students participate in Starbucks-themed learning activities, including a book tasting, stem-and-leaf data challenge, coffee bean estimation, and place value games, while enjoying themed snacks and drinks.
Fifth-grade students participate in Starbucks-themed learning activities, including a book tasting, stem-and-leaf data challenge, coffee bean estimation, and place value games, while enjoying themed snacks and drinks.
Fifth-grade students participate in Starbucks-themed learning activities, including a book tasting, stem-and-leaf data challenge, coffee bean estimation, and place value games, while enjoying themed snacks and drinks.
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! 👏
6 days ago, Kim Overton
Graphic celebrating National Principals Month, featuring photos of Laurel Bryd, West Point Middle/High School principal, and Jennifer Goodwin, West Point Elementary School principal, with a “Thank you” message recognizing their leadership and service.
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!
7 days ago, Kim Overton
Life Science students in Mrs. Tate’s class examine microscope slides to determine whether samples were once living and contained cells.
Life Science students in Mrs. Tate’s class examine microscope slides to determine whether samples were once living and contained cells.
Life Science students in Mrs. Tate’s class examine microscope slides to determine whether samples were once living and contained cells.
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. 💙
7 days ago, Kim Overton
Graphic featuring five West Point High School seniors at Senior Sunrise, with the message “Building Community – September SEL Focus” and the West Point Public Schools logo.
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. 🌟
9 days ago, Kim Overton
Students from Ms. Ambrose’s English 12 DE classes participating in a college admission simulation
Students from Ms. Ambrose’s English 12 DE classes participating in a college admission simulation
Students from Ms. Ambrose’s English 12 DE classes participating in a college admission simulation
Students from Ms. Ambrose’s English 12 DE classes participating in a college admission simulation
Students from Ms. Ambrose’s English 12 DE classes participating in a college admission simulation
🚨 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!🧡💙
14 days ago, Larry Frazier
WPMS/HS Closed September 23rd
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. 💙
15 days ago, Kim Overton
Flyer about Belonging which is our September SEL Focus
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! 🤝
16 days ago, Kim Overton
Attendance Matters Flyer
🎉 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
18 days ago, Kim Overton
Grayson with a cat
Student with the letter M
Students using playdough to make faces
students with playdough faces
Students drawing faces with letters
Being at school every day gives students more opportunities to learn, participate, and stay connected with their teachers and classmates. Regular attendance helps students keep up with instruction and assignments—and can make it easier to stay on track throughout the school year.

Every school day is an opportunity to learn and grow. Let’s make it count! 💯
20 days ago, Kim Overton
Attendance Matters Flyer
🧡💙 A big thank you to the West Point Rotary Club for their continued support of our Pointers!

Rotary donated life jackets to all second graders and dictionaries to all third graders. We are grateful for community partners who continue to invest in our students! 🧡💙

#PointerPride #WeLoveOurPointers
21 days ago, Kim Overton
Students with dictionaries of West Point Rotary
Students with life jackets from West Point Rotary
Students with life jackets from West Point Rotary
West Point Rotary talking to students about dictionaries
West Point Rotary talking to students about dictionaries
Dr. Frazier looking at a students new dictionary from West Point Rotary
West Point Rotary talking to students about life jackets
💻 Happy National IT Professionals Day! 💻

Today we recognize Steve Seward for keeping technology running across WPPS! From troubleshooting the unexpected to supporting our students and staff, Steve’s knowledge, patience, and willingness to help make a difference every day.
21 days ago, Larry Frazier
National IT Day
Join us in recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place September 15 to October 15!

It’s a time to honor the histories, cultures, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. We appreciate the opportunity to observe this month in partnership with our community.
22 days ago, Kim Overton
Hispanic Heritage Month Flyer