We are rebranding our middle/ high school's logo and we need your help! Choose the design that you love the most. The winning selection will be the new logo for WPMS/HS!
Hurry... voting will end on Sunday, March 17th at 11:59pm.
The winning logo will be featured on the website on Monday, March 18th!
Click on the link below to vote!
https://forms.gle/GQm8A4x8vY28jnuY9
Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday! Here’s your friendly reminder to set clocks ahead by one hour at 2:00am.
Our students enjoyed operating the Faculty and Staff Mobile Coffee Hut! There were lots of smiles to brighten the day!
Students in Ms. VanMegroet's Kindergarten class are learning about measurement. They are practicing using rulers.
Mrs. Brizendine's 1st graders loved reading Dr. Seuss books all week! They loved the treats and activities with each day.
Update to our school calendar! 📣🗓️
Please note that Friday, March 29 will be a holiday for all students and staff. All schools and division offices will be closed on this day.
In recognition of International Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Day, we acknowledge the importance of social-emotional learning in fostering well-rounded individuals.
By developing self-awareness, communication skills, and responsible decision making, SEL empowers students to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
We’re proud to support these critical learning skills!🌟
On International Women's Day, we reflect on the remarkable achievements of women throughout history and their ongoing contributions to society.
It's crucial to recognize the importance of women's rights and continue to uplift and support women in their pursuit of excellence, to achieve a world of equality and empowerment for all.
Mrs. Tate's ecology students wrapped up the Wildlife Unit by dissecting owl pellets and identifying the revealed bones. They had a great time!
It’s School Social Work Week! We want to recognize the amazing contributions these dedicated professionals make. Whether promoting mental health awareness, addressing attendance issues, or facilitating family support services, their commitment to student success and holistic development shines bright.
Join us in expressing our gratitude for their support!
National School Breakfast Week is March 4-8, 2024, and this year's theme, Surf’s Up with School Breakfast, celebrates the importance of a nutritious school breakfast in fueling students for success. Studies show that students who eat school breakfast are more likely to reach higher levels of achievement in reading and math, score higher on standardized tests, have better concentration and memory, and maintain a healthy weight.
Thank you to Mrs. Misty Osborne and her staff for providing our students a healthy breakfast each morning!
March 2, 2024 is Read Across America Day! Today, may we celebrate the power that is unleashed by reading.
We have exciting news to share! West Point Middle School has been named a School to Watch by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle Grades Reform.
This prestigious recognition reflects the dedication of our amazing staff, students, and families to providing an exceptional education. We're so proud of this achievement and grateful for everyone's hard work!
Learn more about the honor: https://www.middlegradesforum.org/about
On Tuesday, Mrs. Gay, Mr. Klaver, Ms. Long, Mr. Matthews, and seventeen student leaders from the high school attended the Jostens Renaissance All In event in Hampton. The day was filled with speakers from around the country who encouraged students and staff to bring back positivity to their school buildings. The goal of the event was to give these young leaders ideas of ways to build stronger relationships between everyone in their school community. Be on the lookout for all the amazing ideas these students plan to start or bring back to our Pointer community!
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WPMS 7th graders Chloe Sharpe, Adelyn Gibbs, and Madison Howell attended the rvatech/Techsters Camp on February 24th. TECHSTERS is a half-day coding camp for middle school aged girls with a mission to inspire a future generation to discover technology, get excited about STEM, and build code for real-world applications. TECHSTERS has served over 1,200 students in the greater Richmond region. Students have worked with Spheros, Raspberry Pi's, Amazon Alexa, WeMo Switches, and more!
WPES SCA performed an Act of Kindness last week by lending a helping hand to our custodial staff. The WPES SCA appreciates our custodial staff for all that they do! The student leaders cannot wait to show appreciation in other ways.
As we recognize Public Schools Week, let's remember the importance of standing together for our children's future. Your dedication to education is shaping bright minds at the West Point Public Schools—and a better tomorrow!
Thank you for your support!
West Point High School presents Les Misérables!
Dates: March 14-16, 2024
Time: 7:00pm nightly
Tickets: $15 each
Location: Robinson/ Olsson Civic Auditorium
Don't miss it! Teachers vs Scholastic Bowl! This Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 4:00pm in the WPMS/HS Auditorium.
This School Board Appreciation Month, we extend our sincere gratitude to Leslie-Ann Sturtz for her service as a member of the WPPS School Board. 🌟
We're grateful for your tireless efforts and passion for education!
