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Table of Contents
- Important Dates
- Summer Office Hours
- Student Parking
- New Student Orientation
- Wolverine Welcome
- 25-26 Arrival Time Information
- FCPS SR&R Updates
- Cell Phone Policy Update
- Summer Meals Information
Important Dates
July 28 - Golf Tryouts Begin
August 4 - Fall Sports Tryouts Begin
August 6 and 7 - Senior Portraits
August 14 - Student Schedules will be available on StudentVue/ParentVue at 6am
August 14 - New Student Orientation 8:10-12pm
August 14 - Wolverine Welcome Open House 1-3pm
August 18 - First Day of School
August 29 - No School (Labor Day Break)
September 1 - No School (Labor Day)
Summer Office Hours
- A reminder that during the summer the West Potomac Main Office will be open 9am-1pm Monday through Friday.
Student Parking Information
- The request for student parking opened on July 18, 2025. Students who are eligible to receive a parking permit will receive communication from administration the week of August 4, 2025.
- We have a limited number of parking spaces for students. The request form will close when we have reached capacity and the website will be updated with waiting list information.
- Complete information about the student parking process can be found on our website: https://westpotomachs.fcps.edu/resources/student-parking
New Student Orientation - August 14, 8:10-12pm.
- New 9th Graders – Will report to their 3rd period (Advisory) to start Orientation.
- New 10th-12th Graders – will report to the Library to start Orientation
- Buses will be available before and after Orientation and will pick up at 7949 Janna Lee Ave, and the following elementary schools: Groveton, Hybla Valley, Stratford Landing, Fort Hunt, Waynewood, Hollin Meadows, Belle View, and Bucknell. Pick up times will be shared closer to the event.
- This event is for students. Parents are encouraged to come to campus for the Wolverine Welcome Open House 1-3pm that afternoon.
Wolverine Welcome - August 14, 1-3pm
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What is Wolverine Welcome? Wolverine Welcome is our annual school Open House event where students and families can come to campus, find classrooms and lockers, meet teachers as well as attend our Community Vendor Open House in the Main Gym:
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Please note that because of schedules being accessible on ParentVue and StudentVue app we will not be printing all schedules, but anyone who does not have the app, can stop by the Student Services and we will print your child’s schedule and assist you in activating your ParentVue account.
- The building will be open so it’s a great opportunity to walk your schedule, practice your locker combination, and meet our faculty.
- The WP Clinic will be open should a parent want to check in with our Clinic or drop of medicine.
- Administrators will be available to help answer any questions.
- We will have a variety of community vendors/resources available on site and available to families in the gym.
New in 2025! Student arrival time
- To ensure appropriate supervision, students will not be permitted to enter the building until 7:45am beginning on the first day of school.
- Entrances 1, 5, and 19 are the only approved points of entry to the building. After 8:30am, all students and visitors must use door 1.
Students Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Updates for 2025-26 School Year
- At their May 8 meeting, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to the SR&R, including its cell phone policy. Other SR&R updates include added clarity and/or procedures around topics such as discipline data, parent notifications, hate speech, and integrated discipline training. The full list of changes is available on Boarddocs.
Cell Phone Policy Update for High Schools
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Beginning in August, high school students can only use their cell phones and other personal devices (AirPods, smart watches, etc.) during lunch and before or after school. This is a change from FCPS’ current cell phone policy, which allows high schoolers to use devices during passing periods. Next school year, students must keep devices off and away during classroom time and during passing periods between classes.
- Read more about the Cell Phone Policy.
Summer Meals for Students
- FCPS’ Summer Meal Service Program provides breakfast and lunch free of charge to all children aged 18 and younger. Check FCPS’ Food and Nutrition Services webpage and the USDA Summer Meals for Kids Site Finder for specific dates, times, and locations. If you have any questions regarding the Summer 2025 meal service, please email SummerMeals@fcps.edu or call 703-813-4800.
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