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Keep up with all of the great things we are spotlighting at West Potomac Academy!

Mr. Giampapa Sends Emotional Message to Students Amid Coronavirus School Closures

Rob Giampapa, teacher at West Potomac Academy, sent a heartfelt and emotional message to his students amid coronavirus school closures.

Assistance from a Distance

Find out how to access the Fairfax County Department of Family Services remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.   

Parent Information Phone Lines

FCPS offers telephone support to parents who do not speak English as their first language. A school system employee will respond to the call in the preferred language.

Coronavirus Update

Fairfax County Public Schools is providing updated information about the coronavirus health crisis and about what is being done to assist students, parents and community members. Find out more.

Plan for Learning While School Is Closed

The FCPS Continuity of Learning Plan outlines ways for students to read, write, communicate and engage in continued learning experiences.

Civic Engagement Absences

Parents of students in grades 7-12 may request one partial-day absence for civic engagement activities, such as legislative visits, awareness walks, nonprofit support, or advocacy efforts by submitting a prearranged absence form.

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Mental Health Resources: 24/7 Emergency Numbers

West Potomac Academy Features

Dance Internships

November 26, 2019
West Potomac Dance Students participate in Internships with local Dance Business Partners: Just Dance, Above the Barre, and Alexandria Nutcracker.

Fall Festival

November 26, 2019
West Potomac Academy's Early Childhood Career's students partnered with the Head Start Programs at Bucknell Elementary to hold a Fall Festival for the Head Start Kids. Great fun was had by all!

Alexandria Community Presents 'The Nutcracker'

November 15, 2019
Join the Alexandria Community for this year's performance of 'The Nutcracker', featuring The West Potomac High School Academy Dancers. Performances will be held from December 4-7 at West Potomac High School.
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FCPS News and Features

Message from the Superintendent to Class of 2020

Dr. Brabrand sent a message to all the students in the class of 2020

FCPS Named an ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year: Sustained Excellence for 2020

Fairfax County Public Schools has been named a 2020 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year: Sustained Excellence;this is the fourth consecutive year that FCPS has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy.

Keeping Your Children Occupied While Schools are Closed (#3)

Find creative ideas and resources available to keep your children busy and engaged in learning while schools are closed.

Helping Children Cope with Changes Resulting from COVID-19

Families across the country are adapting to the evolving changes in daily life caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.<br /><br />
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