West Point Public Schools - Innovation, Relationships, Excellence

Our Pre-K students are busy learning and growing! They’re practicing writing the letter T, exploring shapes in shaving cream, enjoying performances in the auditorium—including the Veterans Day program—and working hard on learning their letters and cutting along a straight line. 💙🧡

What an awesome week! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️
This week we wrapped up our 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Run Club for the first half of the year with a fun and festive Turkey Trot. 🦃✨

#PointedInTheRightDirection #RISE #RunClub #TurkeyTrot

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! ♻️🗑️

🍂 Pre-K 4: It’s All About Fall — Part 2! 🍎✏️
Our fall fun continued with lots of hands-on learning! Students practiced writing their names, spelling fall-themed words, and counting with confidence. We’re so proud of their progress and excitement for learning — every smile, every letter, and every number is a big step forward! 💛🍁📚 Here’s to celebrating every proud smile and “I did it!” moment. 💕👏

🎉 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! 💙💛

Happy World Kindness Day! 🌎

Today and every day, we’re proud of our students for showing kindness and respect toward one another. Small acts—like sharing a smile, offering help, or including someone new—can make a big difference.

Together, we’re creating a learning environment where everyone feels valued and supported! 🫶

🍂 On Thursday evening, November 6, our school community came together for our annual Friendsgiving! 🧡

The food was incredible, showcasing dishes from many different cultures. 🌍 Children made crafts, played games, and everyone enjoyed great company and conversation.

It was a wonderful night of gratitude, connection, and celebration! 🦃✨
#Friendsgiving #Community #TogetherWeGrow #ThankfulThursday

Today, we proudly recognize Veterans Day and honor all who have served our country. We are grateful for the sacrifices made by these courageous individuals to protect our freedoms.

We are honored to celebrate this day with you.

🌿 Our Environmental Club students have been busy this fall! They’ve been hard at work tending and sampling our seasonal crops — kale, carrots, lettuce, and beets. 🥕🥬🍂

Hands-on learning at its best! 🧡 #PointerPride #EnvironmentalClub #StudentLearning #FallHarvest

🎉 Happy Friday! Our first graders had a sweet celebration today as the Candy Challenge Champions! 🍭👏

Thanks to our amazing PTO, they enjoyed a Popcorn & Movie Party featuring Pocahontas — the perfect pick after their field trip to Henricus yesterday! 🎬🍿

Smiles, laughter, and fun all around — what a great way to end the week! 💛💙 #PointerPride #StudentFun #ThankYouPTO

Strong attendance keeps students on track and helps them reach their goals. As we move through the school year, we encourage students to continue the good habits they built early on—waking up on time, staying organized, and coming to school ready to learn every day. 🙌

Every day in school counts, and your future self will thank you!

National STEAM Day highlights the power of science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math in shaping the innovators of tomorrow. Our classrooms encourage critical thinking and exploration through hands-on lessons and real-world applications.

We’re proud to nurture future-ready minds! 🚀

Our 6th graders have had a busy week!

6th grade scientists put their engineering skills to the test this week! 🌬️💡 They built and adjusted windmills that could actually lift small objects! Amazing teamwork, creativity, and persistence on display!

Guest speakers from C&F stopped by Mrs. Lohr’s Personal Finance class to talk credit and identity theft! Great real-world lessons for our students. 💳🔐 #FinancialLiteracy #PointerPride