 Congratulations to our 2025-26 WSES Awardees!
As we close the 2025-26 school year, we want to take a moment to reflect on a year filled with pride, growth, and meaningful connections. Our students have demonstrated what it means to be Mustang Proud by showing up each day ready to learn, support one another, and contribute to the positive culture that makes our school community so special.
Throughout the year, our students have continued to demonstrate responsibility, kindness, perseverance, and respect. Whether through classroom learning, leadership opportunities, service to others, or everyday interactions, they have shown what it means to take pride in themselves and in our school. These moments, both large and small, are what define our Mustang community.
None of these successes would be possible without the dedication of our amazing staff and the unwavering support of our families. Your partnership plays a vital role in creating a learning environment where students feel safe, challenged, supported, and celebrated. We are proud of what we have accomplished together this year.
We wish all of our families a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer!
Sincerely,
Kelly Sheers and Jason Potten
End of Year Annual WSES Awards
Congratulations to the following staff members who were selected for our Annual End-of-Year Awards. We received over 30 staff nominations from our community!
The number of nominations received reflects the exceptional talent, dedication, and positive impact of our entire staff!
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Starfish Award Recipient: Katrina Glista
Katrina Glista was recognized for her dedication to students, families, and colleagues. Her commitment to supporting others reflects the spirit of the Starfish Award. When students face challenges, Ms. Glista responds with exceptional compassion and care, providing support that extends far beyond the classroom. Through her patience, advocacy, and dedication, she makes a lasting difference in the lives of students and families across our school community.
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Footprint Award Recipient: Adair Grandchamp
By using thoughtful, differentiated, and engaging instructional practices, Ms. Adair Grandchamp ensures that every student feels valued and supported in their learning. She fosters a classroom culture rooted in respect, belonging, and high expectations, creating a space where diversity is embraced and every learner has a voice. Ms. Grandchamp's patience and care leave lasting footprints on the hearts of her students, helping guide them toward a bright future.
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Inclusion Award Recipient: Kristen McDaniel
Ms. Kristen McDaniel puts her whole heart into her work and demonstrating what inclusion looks like every day. Known for creating a welcoming environment where diverse learners feel seen, valued, and safe, Ms. McDaniel makes it her mission to know her students' stories, regularly checking in on their well-being and maintaining those supportive connections long after they leave her classroom.
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Extra Mile Award Recipient: Jennifer Quinn
Ms. Jennifer Quinn creates a warm, engaging, and dynamic learning environment where every child can thrive. By embedding equity and inclusion into her daily practice, she celebrates and normalizes differences, ensuring that each student feels safe, valued, and respected. Ms. Quinn consistently goes the extra mile, seamlessly integrating innovative, highly differentiated instruction with a proactive approach to meeting individual student needs.
Staffing Update
As part of the school division's updated music staffing model for next year, there will be changes to music staffing assignments across several schools. As a result, Ms. Harlie Krug, our strings teacher, will not be returning to West Springfield next year.
Summer Office Hours
The Office is open 8:30 am - Noon during the summer
*FCPS Offices Closed Friday, June 19
FCPS Summer Meal Service Program
Fairfax County Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services will continue providing summer meals to support children and families when school is not in session. Free meals are available to all children and teens 18 years of age and younger at designated FCPS summer meal sites, regardless of income or school enrollment. Meals are served onsite at participating locations from the Monday after school lets out through the Friday before the new school year begins.
Assessment Results
Through June, you will receive your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, you can view a list of tests by grade level on the FCPS website.
Most scores are available in SIS ParentVUE. Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about how test results are reported to families.
Websites for each test provide report translations and help with understanding test results. Please contact our front office with any testing questions or for additional information about how our school and teachers use test results to support student success.
Summer Resources
The FCPS Summer Resource Guide has activities and tips on a variety of subjects and interests, from camps and activities to health and safety resources.
Summer Immunization Events in FCPS
Inspire Health Alliance, in partnership with FCPS, will be providing school-required immunizations this summer. Immunizations will be provided at no out-of-pocket cost to students or families. Registering families will be required to provide insurance information, if applicable, but students without insurance may still participate.
Visit the FCPS and Inspire Health Alliance Student Immunization Events webpage for dates, times, and locations. Additional event dates will be made available and shared four to five weeks prior to the event on the webpage. Additional immunization resources are also available.
Superintendent's Family Vision Group – Seeking Parent/Caregiver Representatives
We are seeking two parent/caregiver representatives to serve on the Superintendent's Family Vision Group for the 2026–27 school year. This FCPS advisory group provides families with an opportunity to share their perspectives, strengthen school-home partnerships, and help inform divisionwide decisions.
Representatives will attend six in-person evening meetings (6:00–7:30 p.m.) throughout the school year. We encourage families from all backgrounds and experiences to apply, especially those whose voices may not traditionally be represented in school leadership groups.
Meeting Dates: September 9, October 21, December 9, February 24, April 14, and May 5.
If you are interested in serving or would like more information, please contact Dr. Sheers. Additional details are available on the Superintendent's Family Vision Group webpage.
Continuing Student Learning Over the Summer
To support continued learning over the break, FCPS is offering flexible digital and printable resources across Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Families can visit the FCPS Summer Learning Resources Webpage to access interactive platforms your child is already familiar with, including:
- Science A-Z
- PebbleGo
- Gizmos
- Newsela
- MyOn
- Britannica Elementary
- ST Math
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Typing Club (New this year for grades 3-6!)
Save the Date
Thursday, August 20 - Open House
Monday, August 24 - First Day of the 2026-2027 School Year!
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