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Important Dates
April 21: Student Holiday (Teacher Workday/School Planning Day) Statewide Election
Principal’s Message
Happy Friday Wolverine Community,
On Friday, April 10, West Potomac Academy, in partnership with FCPD, FCFD, MWAA, and the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Department, hosted a Public Safety Simulation. This event provided students with the opportunity to work alongside professionals in a realistic, real-world scenario, allowing them to apply their classroom learning through hands-on experience. Check out the Fox 5 coverage of the event.
FCPS Cares: Congratulations! The following staff member has been recognized as an employee who shows that FCPS cares: Comfort A Tuffour
I am honored to nominate Ms. Comfort for the FCPS Cares Award for her outstanding commitment to student support. When two students recently misplaced an expensive and essential piece of dental equipment, Ms. Comfort immediately dropped what she was doing to help. Despite being incredibly busy, she pivoted to action without a moment's hesitation. What was truly remarkable was her ability to balance a swift, proactive response with a calm and reassuring demeanor that immediately lowered the students' anxiety. Her selfless decision to prioritize their needs over her own mounting tasks saved the day and serves as a wonderful example of the empathy and dedication we value in our FCPS community.
Family Literacy Event- This past weekend WPHS students hosted a pyramid literacy event in the cafeteria for all our feeder schools. Junior Nora Baker was the creator of this program last year and has taken it even further this year. We had many student volunteers help, and many future Wolverines attended on Saturday.
Math Honor Society- On Tuesday WPHS inducted 40 new members into the Math Honor Society. Congratulations on their hard work and dedication. Thank you to math teacher and sponsor, Ms. Graziani and math AP, Ms. Corbin for the great ceremony.
Principal Survey- You will receive an email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form. This questionnaire is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and provides an opportunity for you to share anonymous feedback on key aspects of our school, including:
- Instructional leadership
- School climate
- Management (human resources and organizational)
- Communication and community relations
- Culturally responsive and equitable leadership
- Professionalism
The questionnaire will be open April 6 - April 19 and will be collected online. When you receive the email from noreply@fcps.edu, please take a few minutes to complete it. Your feedback is important and helps shape the future of our school. Thank you for your time and participation.
Fondly,
Jessica Statz, Principal
School News
Spring Testing/End of the Year Schedule
Follow the link below for the Spring Testing & Exam Information which includes everything students and families need to know for the remainder of the school year. This includes SOL testing dates, AP exam schedules, senior exam information, underclass final exam schedules, special bell schedules, graduation details, and important dismissal times.
We encourage students and parents to review the information carefully and mark important dates on their calendars. Additional reminders and updates will be shared as testing approaches.
End of Year Schedule / Spring Testing
Planificando tu Futuro- Universidad, Carreras, y Oportunidades
Thurs, April 23 at 6:00 p.m.
West Potomac High School is joining other FCPS schools to offer a virtual “Planning for Your Future” night in Spanish for all interested families with students in grades 9- 12. Guest speakers will talk about the different choices students can make after they graduate high school: career training/ apprenticeship, military, or two- and four-year colleges.
The event will be held on Thursday, April 23 from 6:00- 7:00 p.m. We will also do a short workshop about financial aid for college from 7:00- 7:30 p.m. for interested families.
No pre-registration is required- please click on this Zoom link when the meeting starts: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/94791172998.
The program will be recorded, and the video will be available in Schoology and on YouTube.
PTSA News
- Teacher Appreciation Week is just around the corner! We're planning a lunch on May 5 to show our hardworking teachers and staff how much we appreciate them. We need volunteers, snack contributions, and more to make this event a success. Click HERE to contribute $ or HERE to volunteer!
- Mark your calendars, our rescheduled final PTSA meeting of the year will be May 12 at 6:30 pm in the school library. We'll hear from a panel of graduating seniors on their experience finishing high school and determining their next steps.
- Volunteer Opportunities: The PTSA is looking to fill two volunteer positions.1) News You Choose Coordinator: help gather info for PTSA updates and other committees who want to include their info in this weekly newsletter. This is an easy, low lift way to help out. Contact us at ptsa.westpotomac@gmail.com with questions. 2) Test Prep Chair: we love to be able to offer our test prep program to our students, but we need a new chair person who is willing to take over to ensure continued success! See the info below in the Test Prep section and contact Marilyn Aboff at marilynaboff@yahoo.com, if you'd like to learn more.
- Restaurant Night! Visit Five Guys on April 21 at the Quander Rd location between 4-8pm and 20% of your purchase will help support our PTSA!
SENIOR NEWS
SENIOR TRIP- April 24th: Busch Gardens Williamsburg Grad Nite. If your senior has paid to attend make sure they have also registered at the following link: Trip Registration: Kaleidoscope Adventures.
PARENT CHAPERONES ARE NEEDED, please contact Ms. Gervacio if you are able to help (agervacio@fcps.edu).
SENIOR DUES - $85 fee includes your student's cap/ gown/ tassel and end of year senior activities. You may pay at www.myschoolbucks.com or visit the finance office for cash or check payment. If you have a student receiving free or reduced school meals and have a Consent to Share form on file, please see Ms. Kinsey or Ms. Firesheets in the finance office for information on reduced dues.
SENIOR YARD SIGNS - Still interested in purchasing a Class of 2026 yard sign to celebrate your senior? We have placed our final order, available while supplies last.
LINK TO PURCHASE: https://westpotomacptsa.givebacks.com/sho
CHECK OUT OUR SOCIAL MEDIA and SCHOOL WEBSITE
Website: https://westpotomachs.fcps.edu/seniors-class-2026
JOIN our Instagram page! “WestPo2026”
https://www.instagram.com/westpo2026?igsh=MW15bTkyZzhvd282bg=
JOIN our Facebook page! “West Potomac HS-Class of 2026 Parents & Families"
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16grajRVw8/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Senior Administrator: Brian Valentine (bvalentine@fcps.edu)
Senior Class Sponsors: Virginia Lintot (vmlintot@fcps.edu), Aimee Gervacio (agervacio@fcps.edu), Mariam Younossi (myounossi@fcps.edu)
Parents Committee Co-Chairs: Emily Wild (emilywild7717@gmail.com) and Sandy Forti (sandyforti@gmail.com)
Test Prep News!
Next Mock Test Dates 4/18 and 5/9/26 REGISTER HERE
Most students will show a strong preference for either the SAT or ACT format. This preference usually results in students naturally testing the SAT equivalent of 100 points higher on their preferred test. Sponsored by PTSA, mock tests are offered through Applerouth to help students determine their preferred format and establish baseline test scores – not to mention the benefits of practice. Sophomores can make their junior year less hectic by determining test preference late in their sophomore year!
Is Summer Test Prep a Good Fit?
There has been some interest in summer SAT test prep and, if there are at least 6 students who will enroll in the summer prep class, Applerouth is ready to add the class to West Po test prep events. If you are interested in a summer session, please contact PTSA Test Prep Chair Marilyn Aboff at marilynaboff@yahoo.com by April 3, 2026. See draft schedules below and state target official test date preference in interest email.
Rising Juniors, summer classes are perfect for those who are planning to pack their Junior year with AP classes and extra-curricular activities. Take some stress out of the year by prepping over summer and testing early fall of Junior year! Completion of Algebra 2 prior to taking the official test is a must.
Rising Seniors, summer prep is a great way to boost your score before the college applications are due!
Draft Summer Schedule Options:
- Prep for 8/22/26 official SAT, start 7/25 with sessions Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays or Saturdays, Mondays and Wednesdays. Usual start time 9am.
- Prep for 9/12/26 official SAT, start 8/1 with session Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays or Saturdays, Mondays and Wednesdays. Usual start time 9am. All sessions on Saturdays only starting 8/15/26.
News Articles from Applerouth:
Test Optional Colleges 2026: What the Class of 2030 Early Data Really Shows
Key Takeaways
- Many colleges remain test optional in 2026, but score submission is rising — especially in highly selective early pools.
- In competitive admissions environments (5–15% admit rates), strong SAT or ACT scores can strengthen positioning even when not required.
- Test optional policies create flexibility, but applying without scores may limit strategic options at top-tier institutions.
What Are Average SAT Scores — and What Do Colleges Really Want in 2026?
Key Takeaways
- “Average” SAT scores are less useful than a school’s middle 50% score range (25th–75th percentile).
- Test-optional policies can inflate reported averages because more students with strong scores submit.
- A “good” score is the one that is competitive for your target schools, alongside GPA and course rigor
Scholarships available through the College and Career Center
PTSA Test Prep Chair – Marilyn Aboff, marilynaboff@yahoo.com
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