West Point Middle / High School

Inclusive Schools Week is a time to reflect on how we welcome, support, and uplift every learner. We appreciate the dedication of our teachers, students, and families who help us foster a sense of belonging.

Kindness and respect are key to a truly positive school community. 💙

Parents and guardians of students receiving special education services are invited to complete the Special Education Parent Survey. Your input is essential for helping us enhance programs and support for students with disabilities.

The survey is fully anonymous, responses cannot be connected to any individual student, and it closes on Friday, December 12.

Take the survey here: https://virginiadoe.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6opHcg0Cu3xcYYK

Looks like winter decided to show off again!

Due to the snowy forecast, West Point Public Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow for students and staff tomorrow Monday, December 8th.

No remote learning. Just enjoy the snow, stay warm, and try not to slip in your driveway.

Each month during our School Board meetings, we recognize students and staff who exemplify our RISE values—Relationships, Innovation, Student-Centered, and Excellence—with RISE Awards.

🎉 Congratulations to our November honorees and thank you for the ways you pour into our school community every day.

#PointedInTheRightDirection

🌿 Exciting day at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodge near the Blue Ridge Mountains! Hundreds of students from 30+ Virginia schools gathered for Envirothon training, diving into soils, forestry, aquatics, and wildlife with expert guidance. 🐾🌱

These future environmental leaders are gearing up for the annual Envirothon competition this spring—learning, exploring, and connecting with nature every step of the way! 🌄💚

#Envirothon #STEMEducation #FutureConservationists #BlueRidgeMountains #HandsOnLearning

Before Thanksgiving break, our 7th grade Life Science students completed two exciting labs as they dove into the building blocks of life! 🧬🍓 They extracted real DNA from strawberries and built their own DNA models using marshmallows and Twizzlers. Hands-on learning at its sweetest — and most fascinating!

Congratulations to Leslie Foster for being selected as this month’s 107.9 Cannon Country Teacher of the Month! She is so deserving of this recognition, and we are incredibly proud of her dedication and impact.

💙🧡🐾 #PointedInTheRightDirection #RISE #TeacherOfTheMonth

Each month during our School Board meetings, we recognize students and staff who exemplify our RISE values—Relationships, Innovation, Student-Centered, and Excellence—with RISE Awards.

🦃 This Thanksgiving season, we are especially grateful for our November honorees and the way they pour into our school community every day.
🎉 Congratulations to all!

#PointedInTheRightDirection

Reminder: Thanksgiving Break is next week (November 24-28)! We wish our students, families, and staff a safe, restful, and joy-filled holiday.

Enjoy the time with loved ones, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Monday, December 1! 🦃🍂

Happy National Parent Involvement Day! 💙

Today we recognize the parents and guardians who make a difference in their children’s education. Your encouragement, communication, and partnership with our schools help students thrive.

Thank you for being active participants in your child’s learning journey and for partnering with us to keep our schools “Pointed in the Right Direction!” 🙌

Today we celebrate Education Support Professionals Day—a special time to thank the outstanding professionals who help our schools thrive. We appreciate our ESPs’ commitment to supporting our schools each day! 💪

Creativity on full display! Our Exploratory Art 6 students finished glazing their face jugs, each one showing off unique style and personality. 🧡💙

It’s American Education Week, a time to honor everyone who plays a part in helping students learn and grow! Our teachers, staff, and community work together to build a bright future for all. 💫

Thank you for your commitment to education and the success of every student!

🎭 West Point High School Drama Shines at Super Regionals! 🎉

This weekend, our One Act Drama Team traveled to Danville, VA to compete in the VHSL Super Regionals Theatre Festival—and they brought home FIRST PLACE! 🥇✨

After performing The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, which already won first place at Regionals on Nov. 8th, the team once again impressed—all four judges awarded them the top spot!

🌟 Individual Honors:
• Colin O’Neal & Martin Billups – Outstanding Acting Awards
• Arianna Adams – Best Actress (Regions A & B)
• Orion Soderholm – Best Actor (Regions A & B)

👏 A huge congratulations as well to Mrs. Hammond, WPHS Drama Coach, who was named Coach of the Year for Regions A & B!

The team now advances to the State Competition in Charlottesville on December 5th.
Let’s cheer them on as they take the big stage! 💙💛🎭

Teamwork + science = a great day in the lab! Mrs. Tate’s 8th graders enjoyed exploring different reactions and collaborating with their classmates. ⚗️👩‍🔬👨‍🔬

The next WPPS School Board Meeting will take place Tuesday, November 18, at 6:00pm in the Board Office. The meeting is open to the public.

Find board agendas, minutes, and other information: https://www.wpschools.net/page/copy-school-board

It’s America Recycles Day, a reminder that small daily choices make a big impact. Encourage your family to recycle bottles, cans, and cardboard at home. Labeling bins clearly can help everyone remember what goes where.

Let’s recycle right! ♻️🗑️

🎉 Congratulations to our newest WPHS National Honor Society members! 🎓
We’re proud to welcome 16 outstanding students who exemplify the NHS pillars of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character. 🌟
Join us in celebrating their hard work and dedication—our school is brighter because of them! 💙💛