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Mrs. Whitehurst’s class made lap books to learn about the Solar Eclipse today.

WPPS students and staff safely viewed the solar eclipse this afternoon. We learn best from our experiences!

Superintendent Frazier and Central Office staff take a few minutes to observe the solar eclipse!

Students in Honors English 11 participated in a college enrollment game designed by the College Board. Ms. Rush led students in a discussion about college application review and the importance of personal qualifications. Students participated as candidates for admission and as members of an admission committee. Ms. Rush worked as an admission counselor for five years!

Our Preschool Information Night is coming up this THURSDAY! Join us in the West Point Elementary Library to get your questions answered and make the best educational choice for your child ahead of the 2024-25 school year. 💫 Parents of 3 year olds are invited to join us from 5:00 to 6:00pm, while parents of 4 year olds should attend between 6:00 and 7:00pm. Pizza will be served in the WPES Cafeteria. We hope to see you there! 🍕

Attention, families: Applications for our 2024-25 preschool program close on April 15th!✍️ Designed for 3- and 4-year-olds, our program offers structured learning and enriching experiences to maximize success in kindergarten and beyond. Apply by April 15 and secure your child's spot in our program. Hurry... Apply today! https://forms.gle/kRrcy4EYwJR6d7T68

Reminder: There will be a Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024. More information on the eclipse and helpful safety tips are available at https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety

It's National School Librarian Day! Please join us in thanking Mary Ellen Borinski (WPMS/HS) and Chandler Long (WPES) for connecting our students with key books, resources, and materials. We appreciate all you do to advance the learning process! 🌟📚

On Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, we’d like to shine a spotlight on the interventionists who support our schools, classrooms, educators, and students each day. We’re grateful for the time, energy, and passion they put into helping our students reach their full potential!

Join us for our Preschool Information Night! Get your questions answered and make the best educational choice for your child. 💫 🗓️ Thursday, April 11, 2024 ⏰ Parents of 3 year olds: 5-6pm ⏰ Parents of 4 year olds: 6-7pm 📚 West Point Elementary Library Our specially designed preschool program is tailored for 3- and 4-year-olds, focusing on literacy skills development and enriching experiences. Pizza will be served in the WPES Cafeteria. We hope to see you there!

It’s National Assistant Principals Week! We would like to thank our dedicated APs, who go above and beyond to support our school community: 🍎Amy Saunders, WPMS/HS 🍎Britney Ball, WPMS/HS 🍎Lynette Waddey, WPES From academic guidance to personal encouragement, they are champions for every student. Thank you for all you do!

Last week, Mrs. Gowers' first graders learned to tell time on the hour and half-hour! They played games and used clocks to make and tell time! It was fun to learn with our friends!

Last week, Mrs. Whitehurst's class learned about Polygons in Math class. They learned about shapes, angles, sides, and vertices by creating!

Happy Easter to everyone celebrating today in our community! 🌷

SCA will host the Middle School Formal on Friday, April 19, from 6 to 8 pm. Students are encouraged to dress in semi-formal attire, and tickets will be sold during all lunches the week of for $10. There will be a contest for students dressed in their best 80s or 90s semi-formal attire! Food and snacks will be provided.

Help support the West Point Athletic Department by purchasing a pink-out short-sleeved T-shirt for $15 (the price varies based on size). https://forms.gle/iTsQzczvEHsYbLxB6

REMINDER: Friday, March 29 will be a school holiday for all students and staff members. Schools and division offices will be closed. We wish everyone a restful and safe break! We look forward to welcoming you back on Monday, April 8.

Spring Break starts at the end of school today, March 28th and continues through Friday, April 5. We hope you have a fun and relaxing break! 😎

The 2024 Senior class challenged their teachers and staff to a friendly basketball game! The Faculty defeated the seniors by 3 points, and the final score was 52-49! Great job to everyone who participated, and thank you to all of the fans who came out to support!

Attending school every day is essential for building strong academic foundations and developing important life skills. Let's instill the value of attendance in our students and empower them to take charge of their education. 🙌 Parents, if you’re experiencing attendance-related challenges, please reach out to your school office for help.