Attention: Parents with a child receiving special education services in WPPS!
Each school year the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is required to report to the U.S. Department of Education the "Percent of parents with a child receiving special education services who report that schools facilitated parent involvement as a means of improving services and results for children with disabilities." WPPS is providing you with an opportunity to participate in a short survey.
Please see the links below.
Family Engagement Survey (English) https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JCVG27W
Family Engagement Survey (Spanish) https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/H92X3V3
West Point High School Art students collaborated with the West Point Farmers Market to produce artwork to promote the market's 25th Anniversary.
Town Council Choice: 1st Place: Delaney White, 2nd Place: Lily Pumo, 3rd Place: Tabatha Campbell
Community Choice Award: 1st Place: Bayler Treadway, 2nd Place: Hannah Goldsmith, 3rd Place: Payton Hoffman
Honorable Mention: Sheloir Johnson, Thomas Seeterlin, and Caleb Seward
When students attend school consistently, they're better prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead—well beyond graduation. 🧑🎓
Let's make attendance a priority and set students up for success. Call your school office if you need assistance with attendance-related challenges.
On Friday, March 22, support your WP Seniors and Faculty as they take each other on in a friendly basketball game. Game time is 6 pm, doors will open at 5:30! Everyone must enter through the main doors of the school. The cost of the game is $5 (at the door)!
Thursday, March 21st, is World Down Syndrome Day to celebrate and spread awareness of Down Syndrome. In honor of this day, we ask that you wear yellow and blue OR your “Maddie” shirts! This small show of support helps build inclusion and spread kindness and unity!
West Point Middle/ High School Key Club members and faculty sponsors demonstrate an act of service by preparing for the upcoming Feet Meet on March 25th! We love West Point!
REMINDER: Wednesday, March 20 is an Early Release Day for all students. Middle and high school classes end at 11:15am, while elementary school classes let out at 11:45am. ⏰
Preschool applications for the 2024-25 academic year are now open! 📚
Give your child a head start on their educational journey and apply by April 15, 2024. Our specially designed program is tailored for 3- and 4-year-olds, focusing on literacy skills development and enriching experiences.
Apply today! Click on the link below.
https://forms.gle/kRrcy4EYwJR6d7T68
March 18-22 is Athletic Trainer Week! Help us celebrate our Athletic Trainer, April Lankford, and all others who work hard to take care of our athletes every day by dressing up each day this week!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at WPPS! May the best of luck be with you today and always. ☘️
On Friday, March 15th Ms. Rush was able to take prospective welding students to RCC to speak with instructors and tour the facilities. We are thankful for the partnership we have with RCC and that these opportunities are available for our students.
Our students have been working hard to prepare for the March 14-16 Les Miserables performances. Here are a few photos from their last dress rehearsal earlier this week!
It's time to register your child for Kindergarten! Please see the flyer for more information!
Missing school means missing out on valuable learning opportunities!
Families, we ask that you prioritize attendance and reach out to your school office if you need assistance ensuring your child attends regularly. Together, we can overcome any obstacles and support your child's academic success!
Missing school means missing out on valuable learning opportunities!
Families, we ask that you prioritize attendance and reach out to your school office if you need assistance ensuring your child attends regularly. #AttendanceMatters
Chloe Sharpe, a seventh-grade student at WPM/HS, participated in the 50th Annual Richmond Times Dispatch Spelling Bee on March 7. We are proud of you!
The ELL committee hosted a pizza night and movie for our ELL families! Kids enjoyed spending time together, eating popcorn, playing games and watching a movie! Their parents also had the opportunity to listen to a presentation on banking practices. It was a great night with all!
Students from WPMS/HS were fortunate to have an in-depth field trip to the West Point Volunteer Fire Department. During their visit, they participated in an agility test, worked various pieces of equipment, practiced their communication skills, had a Q&A with staff, and even got to ride in a fire truck. Special thanks to Chief Cheatham (WP), Firefighter/AEMT Herrington, Firefighter/Paramedic Bacon, Lieutenant Archer (KW), and Chief Brown (KW). WPPS is very thankful for our community partnerships!
Behind every successful school, there are unsung heroes—the dedicated support staff who work tirelessly to ensure a smooth and nurturing environment for our students. Today, we celebrate their invaluable contributions!
We salute Jennifer Kirkland, West Point Elementary School’s Support Staff Member of the Year, and Melvin Banks, West Point Middle and High School Support Staff Member of the Year!
Your unwavering support, positive influence, and behind-the-scenes efforts play a crucial role in the success of our school community. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students!
WPPS is thrilled to announce the recipients of this year’s Teacher of the Year award.
Congratulations to Kristina VanMegroet, West Point Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year, and Michael Cole, the Teacher of the Year at West Point Middle and High School!
Your passion for education, innovative teaching methods, and commitment to student success inspire us all. Thank you for making a lasting impact in the lives of our students!
