• The girls track team finished as regular season champions and 3rd in the district meet last night. Highlights of last nights meet included Emma Gillies winning both the 800 meter run and the 1600m run. Other girls who finished in the top three included Gaynor Houghton 3rd in the 100 hurdles, Vanessa Oruma and Sam Purnell 2nd and 3rd in the trple jump, the 4 x 400 relay of Gaynor Houghton, Emma Gillies, Kate Parker and Sam Purnell finsihing 2nd and the 4 x 800 meter relay team of Jeela Fesharaki, Mariah Quintero, Jenna Goode and Abbie Goodness finishing 3rd. Over twenty girls qualified for the region meet and will be traveling to Fluvanna next Wed to compete.
• All newly-elected SCA members and all HR Reps for next year are reminded of the short meeting TODAY in L512 immediately at the start of lunch.
• Attention Senior members of the National Honor Society!  Additional NHS stoles are available today in Mr. Brosh's room.  This is for those students who have yet to pay NHS dues.  Please bring your dues to Mr. Brosh.  There are a limited amount of stoles available.
• Congratulations to Chase Smith, Kelly Sullivan, Harpreet Bhatal, Dylan Robbotti and Will Marques.  They all have been Microsoft Certified.  Chase Smith set the school record with a score of 967 out of 1000.  If you are interested in becoming Microsoft Certified, see Mr. Gordon in room L514.
• The 2013 Visiting Author Program returns to Woodgrove on Wednesday, May 22 during open lunch.   The local authors include Henry Cole, Marc Leepson and Carlos Laguna.  They will be discussing the process involved in writing and publishing.  They are planning to donate one of their volumes to  our library.  Mr. Cole and Mr. Leepson are Nationally recognized author and illustrators.
• International Thespian Society will meet today during lunch in the Black Box.  All new indusctees must attend.  We will vote today on our 2013 staff inductee.
• The cast of The Ugly Duckling will have a first read-through on Monday May 20th from 4-5:30.  Cast members should plan to attend.
• All FCCLA members are reminded that we have one more shipment of the Sarris Chocolate bars to sell.  See Mrs. Bohnsack for more details.
• Tiki Tuesday is back and has grown to Tiki Tuesday's and Thursday's, in front of cafeteria $4 cash - don't miss out.
• Locker Cleanout is coming soon and WHS is going GREEN! There will be tables outside of the cafeteria during open lunch from Tuesday, May 21st thru Thursday, May 23rd to collect reusable school supplies. Students who take the time to donate salvageable items will receive a small treat of appreciation. Students who wish to help out during locker clean-out and earn some volunteer hours, please visit Mrs. Jacobson in the Career Center.
• Senior members of the National Honor Society who have paid their dues may pick up their NHS graduation stoles in Mr. Brosh's room beofre school or during lunch.  Members should pick up these stoles by May 17th.  Any member who has a question should see Mr. Brosh or Mr. Sharp.

• All members of the girls tennis team are reminded to return their uniforms and locks to Coach Sharp in room 404.
• The Percussion Class, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble and the Jazz Band put on a great concert last evening.  Congratulations to all the members of the band program for a wonderful evening.
• The Green Team will meet during the second half of FLEX today outside room 207 to collect recycling.  We will also discuss plans for the locker cleanout.  Go Green!
• Congratulations to Peter Volpone, Josh Cromwell, Alex Juzbasich and Mariah Quintero who all made all-district in the 3200m run yesterday and will be moving on to compete in the region meet next week. The district track meet will continue today here at Woodgrove, and all students and faculty are encouraged to attend and root on the Wolverine track team as they compete with all the Dulles District teams tonight for the district title.
• Good Morning!  Gentle reminder that senior t-shirts are available in room 307 during open lunch.  If your t-shirts happen to be on back order, they will arrive at the beginning of next week.
• The 2013 Visiting Author Program returns to Woodgrove on Wednesday, May 22 during open lunch.   The local authors include Henry Cole, Marc Leepson and Carlos Laguna.  They will be discussing the process involved in writing and publishing.  They are planning to donate one of their volumes to  our library.  Mr. Cole and Mr. Leepson are Nationally recognized author and illustrators.
• Senior members of the National Honor Society who have paid their dues may pick up their NHS graduation stoles in Mr. Brosh's room beofre school or during lunch.  Members should pick up these stoles by May 17th.  Any member who has a question should see Mr. Brosh or Mr. Sharp.
• Tiki Tuesday is back and has grown to Tiki Tuesday's and Thursday's, in front of cafeteria $4 cash - don't miss out.

5/15/13

• Congratulations to the Boys Varsity Soccer team on their 3-2 win yesterday against Loudoun County High School.
• Tomorrow night will be the spring pops concert for the Woodgrove Choirs. Come out and see this free show at 7PM in the auditorium. We'll be singing all types of pop music and selections from "Lay Miz". Don't forget to come out and see the band perform their fabulous spring concert tonight at 7PM as well!
• All mermbers of the girls tennis team are reminded to return their uniforms and locks to Coach Sharp in room 404.
• The final votes have been counted and we're ready to announce the new Class of 2014 and 2016 SCA Senators for the 2013-2014 school year. Representing the Class of 2014 will be Tara Hutchinson, Joshua Kenyon, Conner Loving, Caroline Pfohl, Josh Siegel, Dakota Stephens and Elizabeth Strickland.  Representing the Class of 2016 will be Aidan Bergel, David Fischer,
  Andrea Patterson and Annie Williams.  Congrats to all the newly-elected Senators and a huge thank you to everyone who ran great campaigns!  As a reminder, the sophomore election materials are available now and will be explained and distributed next Monday during the class meeting.
• Partners Club Members: Please RSVP to Ms. K and let her know if you will be attending the picnic on Thursday so we can plan accordingly.  Thanks!
• The Dulles District Track Championship Meet is being held here at Woodgrove tonight and tomorrow. Tonight at 5:30 the 2 mile race will be run with the rest of the events being run tomorrow. Please come down to the stadium to root on your fellow Wolverines as they compete against several hundred other athletes to take homw the District Crown.
• Congratulations top all of the guitar ensembles for their performance last night.  This concert featured the intermediate ensemble, the award winning Hershey Park ensemble, and the multi-stylistic offerings of the Advanced Ensemble.  BRAVO!
• The boys Varsity Soccer Team will have a brief meetnig during the first part of lunch today in room L603.
• The Boys Soccer teams ended their season last night with a win against Loudoun County. The Boys Junior Varsity won 1-0 with a goal scored by Brennon Windemuth. The Boys Varsity Soccer team won 3-2. Scoring was Erik Tejada with two goals and Parker Conrath.
• Senior members of the National Honor Society who have paid their dues may pick up their NHS graduation stoles in Mr. Brosh's room beofre school or during lunch.  Members should pick up these stoles by May 17th.  Any member who has a question should see Mr. Brosh or Mr. Sharp.
• The 2013 Visiting Author Program returns to Woodgrove on Wednesday, May 22 during open lunch.   The local authors include Henry Cole, Marc Leepson and Carlos Laguna.  They will be discussing the process involved in writing and publishing.
• We would like to invite everyone to come to the Woodgrvoe Band Spring Concert this evening.  The concert will start at 6:30.  There will be dessert and awards following the concert.
• Tiki Tuesday is back and has grown to Tiki Tuesday's and Thursday's, in front of cafeteria $4 cash - don't miss out.
• Congratulations to JV girls soccer on a great end to a fantastic season.  The team won last night over Loudoun County 4-0 to conclude their season with an 11-2-3 record.  The varsity team had a tenacious win over Loudoun County 5-2 victory.  The grils secured a third place finish with this win.  We will host the first round of the district tournament this Friday at 7pm.  Please come out to support these ladies.
• There will be no Marching Band Leadership training today.
  

5/14/13

• The Woodgrove Choirs will have their Pops Concert this Thursday, May 16th in the auditorium at 7:00PM. Some of the songs on the program include Bohemian Rhapsody, Viva la Vida, Some Nights, I'm Yours, and Skyfall. Come out and support Woodgrove Choirs!
• Congratulations to Grace Ehlert, Noah Poole and Tristan Yard. They are the latest CIS students to become Microsoft Office Specialists..Tristan and Grace set a new WHS record with a score of 933 out of 1000
• Tiki Tuesday is back and has grown to Tiki Tuesday's and Thursday's, in front of cafeteria $4 cash - don't miss out.
• Thank you to all the freshmen and juniors who voted yesterday for the elected positions on next year's SCA. We are waiting on the ballots from one freshman homeroom, and the juniors who took the AP Bio exam yesterday. We will have those items later today and announce the results tomorrow morning!
• Sophomores...you have not missed your opportunity to join the SCA! The election paperwork for you is currently posted outside room L512. And your class meeting is next Monday during Flex...everything will be explained and passed out at that time.
• Partners Club Members:
  Please RSVP to Ms. K and let her know if you will be attending the picnic on Thursday so we can plan accordingly.
  Thanks!
• Senior members of the National Honor Society who have paid their dues may pick up their NHS graduation stoles in Mr. Brosh's room beofre school or during lunch.  Members should pick up these stoles by May 17th.  Any member who has a question should see Mr. Brosh or Mr. Sharp.
• All FBLA members should see Mr. Gordon regarding our end of the year business dinner meeting.
• Boys track athletes need to come to practice to turn in their track uniforms today or tomorrow.

• All FBLA members should see Mr. Gordon regarding our end of the year business dinner meeting.
• There is a rehearsal today after school for all members of the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band and Percussion classes.
• Don't forget, auditions for the 2013 District Festival play "The Ugly Duckling" will be after school today in the Back Box.  Be prompt...auditions be over by 6.
• Senior members of the National Honor Society who have paid their dues may pick up their NHS graduation stoles in Mr. Brosh's room beofre school or during lunch.  Members should pick up these stoles by May 17th.  Any member who has a question should see Mr. Brosh or Mr. Sharp.
• The following students need to report to the band room at the start of lunch today to have their picture taken: KAYLA BENAC,
  JENNIFER CIFUENTES, DANIEL FAUBERT, MICHAELA FISHER, CASSIDY GLOVER and GUS STITZEL
• SOL makeups take place this morning immediately following morning announcements.  Chemistry, Reading 11 and World History 2 makeups = Lab 601, Algebra 1 and Geometry makeups = L406 and Algebra 2 makeups = L510
• Congratulations to Billy Sheehan, Alex Masters and Brennan Windemuth. They are now officially Microsoft Office Specialist Certified. Alex and Brennan are the the first 2 Freshman from Woodgrove to be certified. If you are interested in Microsoft Office Certification.  See Mr. Gordon in Room L514
• Tiki Tuesday is back and has grown to Tiki Tuesday's and Thursday's, in front of cafeteria $4 cash - don't miss out.

• Senior members of the National Honor Society who have paid their dues may pick up their NHS graduation stoles in Mr. Brosh's room before school or during lunch.  Members shuold pick up these stoled by May 17th.  Any member who has a question should see Mr. Brosh or Mr. Sharp.
• All FBLA members should see Mr. Gordon regarding our end of the year business dinner meeting.
• AP Studio Art students may eat lunch in the cafeteria today from 11:15 to 11:45.  Students should go to Mr. Demark's room after lunch to submit their projects.
• Audtions for the 2013 District Festival Play "The Ugly Duckling" will be held on Monday, May 13.  Audition packets are available each day after school in the Black Box.  Questions?  See Mr. Noland.
• The campaign posters are goping up and elections are coming!  Freshmen and juniors will be voting next Monday for next year's SCA Senators.  Candidates are reminded of their speech filming Friday during lunch in L512.
• Congratulations to Dan Burr.  He becomes the first student at Woodgrove High School to become Microsoft Office Certified in PowerPoint.
• Attention all PEERS:  Please stop by the Career Center to see Ms. Hayba today during FLEX.  If that is not possible, please see her at the beginning of Open Lunch.
• Freshman and Juniore candidates for the SCA elections are reminded of their speech filming TODAY in L512...immediately at the start of open lunch.
• Coach Sharp would like to hold a short meeting of the girls tennis team today at the beginning of open lunch in room 404.

• Senior members of the National Honor Society who have paid their dues may pick up their NHS graduation stoles in Mr. Brosh's room before school or during lunch.  Members shuold pick up these stoled by May 17th.  Any member who has a question should see Mr. Brosh or Mr. Sharp.
• Auditions for the 2013 District Festival Play "The Ugly Duckling" will be held on Monday, May 13.  Audition packets are available each day after school in the Black Box.  Questions?  See Mr. Noland.
• Attention all chamber choir members.  We will have rehearsal from 4:00-5:30 today and pizza afterward!  Please come to the choir room at 4pm.
• Attention: Tickets for the Senior grad night are being sold outside of the cafeteria today and tomorrow for $25.  Permission forms are needed and can be found in the main office or online.
• The campaign posters are goping up and elections are coming!  Freshmen and juniors will be voting next Monday for next year's SCA Senators.  Candidates are reminded of their speech filming Friday during lunch in L512.
• Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Going to Prom?  Buy your ticket from Mr. Thompson or Miss Zoller during lunch.  You can find both of them stationed at classroom 201.

• Attention freshman and juniors running for next year's Senate seat on the SCA...a reminder of the meeting you have TODAY at the startof lunch in L512.
• Attention all PEERs who are able to meet with Ms. Hayba for our walk to Mountain View to see our PEER pals, please do so at the beginning of FLEX today.
• Good Morning!! Reminder to all seniors that t-shirts will be passed out to those that have paid senior dues - come to Room 307 during open lunch.  T-shirts are for those that purchased the $175.00 senior package.
• Auditions for the 2013 District Festival Play "The Ugly Duckling" will be held on Monday, May 13.  Auditon packets are available each day after school in the Black Box.  Questions? See Mr. Noland
• Senior members of the National Honor Society who have paid their dues pick up their NHS graduation stoles in Mr. Brosh's room before school or during lunch.  Members should pick up these stoles by may 17th.  Any member who has a question should see Mr. Brosh and Mr. Sharp.
• Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Going to Prom?  Buy your ticket from Mr. Thompson or Miss Zoller during lunch.  You can find both of them stationed at classroom 201.
• Attention: Tickets for the Senior grad night are being sold outside of the cafeteria today and tomorrow for $25.  Permission forms are needed and can be found in the main office or online.

• Congratulations to the Woodgrove Music Department. The Woodgrove Music Department dominated the competition at the Music In The Parks Festival in Hershey Pennsylvania this past Friday. The Concert Band won 2nd place with a rating of Superior; the Guitar Ensemble won 1st place with a rating of Superior; the Orchestra won best overall and 1st place with a rating of excellent; the men's choir won 1st place with a rating of excellent, the women's choir won 1st place with a rating of superior, the mixed choir won 1st place with a rating of superior and best overall.  WAY TO GO WOODGROVE!!!
• Congratulations to the following top finishers in the Keep the Faith 5k. In the Youth category, Ethan Caldas was 3rd, Ryan Dehler was 2nd, and Andy Herwig was the winner with a time of 23:09. For the Women, 3rd place was Andrea Elbaum, 2nd place was Sally Dehler, and 1st place was Christina Dongilli with a time of 26:53. For the Men, Timmy Kaufman was 3rd, Jackson Herwig was 2nd, and Ben Browning was the winner with a time of 20:57. Congratulations to the winners and thank you to all who participated. Over $2,800 was raised for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation!
• Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Going to Prom?  Buy your ticket from Mr. Thompson or Miss Zoller during lunch.  You can find both of them stationed at classroom 201.
• Please join us in the Library at 4:00 when Stephanie Purnell will be signing her letter of intent to play basketball for Bucknell University. We would love to see as many of Stephanies team mates, friends and teachers to come out and support her in this ceremony.
• Tiki Tuesday is back, Tuesday, May 7th in front of cafeteria $4 cash - don't miss out.
• Attention AP testers: Today's AP Psychology testers may be dismissed for lunch in the cafeteria from 11:15 to 11:45 am.  Tuesday's tests are AP Computer Science in Room L601 and AP Spanish in Room L514.  Students may report to their tseting rooms at 7:15 am.  Students are reminded to be on time and not to bring cell phones to the testing.
• Attention junior members of the National Honor Society:  If you submitted an Officer Nomination Form to either Mr. Brosh or Mr. Sharp and you did not put your name on the form...please see Mr. Sharp in room 404 as soon as possible.  There is one treasurer form and one form for vice president that do not have names.
• Senior Class Spring t-shirts have arrived and will be handed out Wednesday, May 8th - during open lunch.  T-shirts will be distributed to those that purchased the Senior Dues package.  Anyone interested inpurchasing seperately - cost is $12.
• Senior members of the National Honor Society who have paid their dues may pick up their NHS graduation stoles in Mr. Brosh's room before school or during Lunch. Members should pick up these stoles by May 17th. Any member who has a question should see Mr. Brosh or Mr. Sharp.
• Auditions for the 2013 District Festival Play "The Ugly Duckling" will be held on Monday May 13. Audition packets are available each day after school in the Black Box. Questions? See Mr. Noland
• Congratulations once again to our Woodgrove TSA!  TSA members competed at states this weekend and had great success.  Lexie Amundson placed 3rd in the State in Prepared Presentation and will advance to nationals in Florida.  The Manufacturing Prototype team of Russell Heivilin, Robert Tippett, Milo Burke and Kris Miller placed in top ten at states.  And finally Russell Heivilin plavces in top ten also in Flight Endurance.  Good luck at Nationals Lexie and Congratulations TSA!

• Students are no longer allowed to charge lunch in the cafeteria.  Please pay all negative lunch balances!
• Senior Class Spring t-shirts have arrived and will be handed out Wednesday, May 8th - during open lunch.  T-shirts will be distributed to those that purchased the Senior Dues package.  Anyone interested inpurchasing seperately - cost is $12.
• Any seniors that have ordered Graduation Announcements through Herff Jones and have not received them, please check with your homeroom teachers for distribution.
• What are your plans for the weekend? The Keep the Faith 5k is tomorrow night (that's Saturday) at 7pm here at Woodgrove. If you need to register, see Mrs. Stone in room 600 or show up tomorrow night with your completed registration form and payment. T-shirts and race numbers will be distributed beginning at 6pm tomorrow night. Come out and support Faith Stone and all who have CF. Key Club members and other volunteers working the event should be here at 5pm to help with set up. Thank You!
• Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Going to Prom?  Buy your ticket from Mr. Thompson or Miss Zoller during lunch.  You can find both of them stationed at classroom 201.
• Congratulations tot he Girls Lacrosse program as both the JV and Varsity completed undefeated Dulles District Seasons.  This is a 3-peat for the Varsity as they remain undefeated in all regular season Dulles district play.  Come out and support the Wolverine Lady Laxers as they host the Dulles District Tournament.
• Teachers please excuse students who will be taking the music trip today at 2:30.  List of students have been provided for you in your email.  Thanks
• There will be a short meeting of the girls tennis team today at the beginning of open lunch in room 404.
• Freshman class of 2016...all election paperwork for positions in next year's SCA is due TODAY by 4pm.  Please hand-deliver all materials to Ms. Neubaum or Mr. Schutte.
• Seniors, Juniors and any other student who signs to pledge the Prom Promise may do so during open lunch at the table located outside the Career Center.  You will receive a red ribbon that we hope you will wear proudly in honor of making good choices for the safety of you and others.
• Attention AP testers:  AP exams begin Monday, May 6 with AP Clemistry at 7:45 am and AP Psychology at 11:45 am.  Both exams will be given in the Aux Gym.  Students taking any afternoon exam will be allowed to eat lunch in the cafeteria from 11:15 to 11:45.  Students are reminded to be on time and not to bring cell phones to the exam room.
• The NHS believes there is enough time for one final order to be placed for graduation stoles this year. However the time to act is short. Any senior who has yet to pay their senior NHS dues may do so by this Friday, May 3rd, in room 404 with Mr. Sharp.
• Now that we have the official results of Wednesday’s track and field meet between Heritage, Loudoun Valley and Woodgrove, there are a few more horns that need to be tooted. In the 100 meter dash, senior Daniel Youmbi broke the school record with a time of 11.01 seconds. In the 200 meter dash, junior Michael Alexander broke the school record with a time of 23.31 seconds. In the 400 meter dash, junior Josh Kenyon broke the school record with a time of 51.86 seconds. In the 4 by 100 meter relay, the team of Michael Alexander, Jalan Jester, Stephen Washington and Daniel Youmbi broke their own school record set last week with a time of 44.49 seconds. Lastly, in the long jump, Stephan Washington snatched the school record from Omar Safiani with a  leap of 20 feet 2 inches. Along with Marc Tiaga’s shot put, that made six school records in one meet. Not too bad for a day’s work. Next up for the Wolverines is the Colonial Forge Showcase Invitational Saturday under the lights in Stafford, Virginia.

5/2/13

• Freshman class of 2016...don't forget...your election paperwork is due by 4pm tomorrow, if you are interested in running for an elected Senator position in next year's SCA. LOTS of you picked up the paperwork on Monday. Tomorrow is the day to turn them in!
• The boys tennis team defeated Park View 9-0 yesterday.  Bog victories came from Ben Browning, Ben Carpenter and Michael Lokie.  Today is senior night for the boys against Loudoun County.  Good luck!
• The following seniotrs need to report to the hallway in front of the cafeteria at the beginning of Flex 2 for their senior superlative photo shoot:  Chloe Jones, Gud Erickson, Bailey O'Gara, Garrett Cadle, Courtney Tibbets, Alexa Fetterly, Travis Guyton, Ivy Duerr, Brian Jenkins, Brittany Basinger, Atem Ntangtang, McClenden Aiken, Paige Schaffer, Sarah Hardison, Ben Browning, Paul Meed, Forest Stone, Gaby Santiago.
• Anyone interested in being on next year's Academis Team, please attend a meeting at the begnining of Open Lunch in room 200 Thursday of the week.
• The girls track team won convincingly over both Heritage and Loudoun Valley last night. Several athletes including Vanessa Oruma and Kate Parker came off injuries to district qualify in their events which for kate was the 300 hurdles and Vanessa in the long and triple jumps. Other qualifiers included Hayleigh Sternberg in the long jump and Alex Juzbasich in the 1600.
• Students are no longer allowed to charge lunch in the cafeteria.  Please pay all negative lunch balances!
• The NHS believes there is enough time for one final order to be placed for graduation stoles this year. However the time to act is short. Any senior who has yet to pay their senior NHS dues may do so by this Friday, May 3rd, in room 404 with Mr. Sharp.
• Attention for a very important announcement: The Keep the Faith 5k will take place this Saturday night at 7pm here at Woodgrove. That's just three days away, but it's not too late to sign up. For more information or to register, see a Key Club member at the table outside the cafeteria during Open Lunch or see Mrs. Stone in room 600. Thanks so much for your support.
• Seniors, Juniors and any other student who signs to pledge the Prom Promise may do so during open lunch at the table located outside the Career Center.  You will receive a red ribbon that we hope you will wear proudly in honor of making good choices for the safety of you and others.
• Attention seniors: The Grad Night Party for 2013 is coming up!  Tickets to go on sale starting this Thursday during lunch at $25 each.

5/1/13

• JUNIORS...today at 4pm is the deadline for submistting your election and HR Rep paperwork for next year's SCA.  Please hand-deliver these items to Ms. Neubaum or Mr. Schutte before the end of the day.
• FRESHMEN...your paperwork is due by 4pm this Friday.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• The SCA is delighted to announce the Executive Board for next school year, as a result of the votes cast yesterday...
  Administrative VP - Georgia Bloomfield
  VP of the Budget - Claire Lewis
  VP of Community Service - Logan Czarnecki
  VP of Marketing - Chris Consaul
  VP of Student Affairs - Mikey Erb
  and our Co-Presidents for the 2013-2014 school year - Natalie Browning and Kelsey Carter.  Congrats to everyone who ran and campaigned. The SCA is looking forward to the fun and craziness of next fall, already.
• Attention for a very important announcement: The Keep the Faith 5k will take place this Saturday night at 7pm here at Woodgrove. That's just three days away, but it's not too late to sign up. For more information or to register, see a Key Club member at the table outside the cafeteria during Open Lunch or see Mrs. Stone in room 600. Thanks so much for your support.
• Girls soccer boasted a 3-0 win in their JV match v. Heritage last night.  And versity had a solid 4-0 victory over Heritage.  Great team performance and a solid defensive line.  Keep it up ladies!
• Today during lunch, Ms. Bingaman's HR will be enjoying the free Jersey Mike's lunch they won, thanks to their generosity with the Spirit Links competition sponsored by the SCA two weeks ago.  Congrats, again, and thanks for all your support of Louisa Co Public Schools.
• Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Going to Prom?  Buy your ticket from Mr. Thompson or Miss Zoller during lunch.  You can find both of them stationed at classroom 201.
• The NHS believes there is enough time for one final order to be placed for graduation stoles this year. However the time to act is short. Any senior who has yet to pay their senior NHS dues may do so by this Friday, May 3rd, in room 404 with Mr. Sharp.
• Anyone interested in being on next year's Academic Team, please attend a meeting at the beginning of Open Lunch in room 200 Thursday of this week.
• Seniors, Juniors and any other student who signs to pledge the Prom Promise may do so during open lunch at the table located outside the Career Center.  You will receive a red ribbon that we hope you will wear proudly in honor of making good choices for the safety of you and others.
• Students are no longer allowed to charge lunch in the cafeteria.  Please pay all negative lunch balances!
• Attention seniors: The Grad Night Party for 2013 is coming up!  Tickets to go on sale starting this Thursday during lunch at $25 each.

• Tomorrow, May 1st is the last day to charge lunch!  Please pay all negative accounts.
• Grad Night Party 2013 tickets to go on sale starting this Thursday during lunch at $25 each.
• The Green Team will meet during the second half of FLEX today to collect recycling.  Go green!
• Junior class...please turn in your application paperwork for next year's SCA positions to either Ms. Neubaum or Mr. Schutte by 4pm this Wednesday.  Additional forms can be found outside room L512.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes will be meeting tomorrow morning in Mrs. B's room L604 at 8:15.  Come for one of our final meetings of the year and don't miss out on the food and fellowship.  See you there.
• What are your plans for Saturday night?  Join us for the Keep the Faith 5k this Saturday, May 4th at 7pm here at Woodgrove.  Pick up or submit registration forms in front of the cafeteria during Open Lunch or see Mrs. Stone in room 600.  Thank you.
• Congratulations to the Woodgrove Jazz Band on thier Excellant rating at the District 16 Jazz Festival this past Saturday.  Congratulations to Chris Elliot for being named an outstanding soloist at the festival.
• Way to go Woodgrove Band Students. The following students received the highest rating of Superior at the District 16 Solo and Ensemble festival.
  Annie Huffman
  Betsy Piermatteo
  Chesney Reid
  Aedan Pettit
  Jocelyn Huang
  Cate Renner
  Elena Camp
  Ryan Taylor
  and the Woodgrove Brass Choir made up of
  Elena Camp
  Brian Burk
  Matt Hayes
  Hanna Chambliss
  Joseph Tolley
  Luke Vacca
  John Hayes
  Will Jones
• PTSO Senior Graduation Night Party Smoothie Fundraiser!  Maui Wowi and Tiki Tuesday...aka, Maui Wowi Tuesday's are set to begin today.  They will continue for 3 Tuesday's...May 14th, 21st and 28th.  All one size, $4...flavors for the first week are Strawberry, Mango Orange and Pina Colada!  Bring your money and support the senior class!  Again that's today in the cafeteria during open lunch.
• Seniors if you plan to attend one of these 5 schools next year:  Virginia Tech, JMU, George Mason, Radford or UVA, please report to the Main Gym at the start of Flex for your newspaper photo shoot.  Arrive quickly and organize yourselves by school.  We may not be able to make announcements due to testing, so please be prompt.  Report at the beginning of Flex!  Thanks.
• Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Going to Prom?  Buy your ticket from Mr. Thompson or Miss Zoller during lunch.  You can find both of them stationed at classroom 201.
• Seniors, Juniors and any other student who sihes to pledge the Prom Promise may do so during open lunch at the table located outside the Career Center.  You will receive a red ribbon that we hope you will wear proudly in honor of making good choices for the safety of you and others.

• Seniors, Juniors and any other student who sihes to pledge the Prom Promise may do so during open lunch at the table located outside the Career Center.  You will receive a red ribbon that we hope you will wear proudly in honor of making good choices for the safety of you and others.
• In the WHS Book Madness tournament, we are down to the elite 8. Top seeded "The Fault in our Stars" remains alive but now faces its toughest competition yet in "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe." On the other side of the bracket "Bitterblue" looks to be this year's Cinderella Story. Get it. A literary allusion in a book tournament. Didn't see that coming. Read the books and pick the winners. Ask a librarian if you have any questions.
• Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Going to Prom?  Buy your ticket from Mr. Thompson or Miss Zoller during lunch.  You can find both of them stationed at classroom 201.
• Junior class...please turn in your application paperwork for next year's SCA postiions to either Ms. Neubaum or Mr. Schutte by 4 pm this Wednesday, additional forms can be found outside room L512.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Attention any interested in trying out for the Woodgrove Golf Team in the Fall.  There will be an interest meeting with Coach Lutman Monday, April 29th, at 4:00 at the Aux Gym.  If you are playing a spring sport just stop by and sign your name.
• PTSO Senior Graduation Night Party Smoothie Fundraiser!  Maui Wowi and Tiki Tuesday...aka, Maui Wowi Tuesday's are set to begin April 30th.  They will continue for 3 Tuesday's...May 14th, 21st and 28th.  All one size, $4...flavors for the first week are Strawberry, Mango Orange and Pina Colada!  Bring your money and support the senior class!
• The girls track and field team had a strong weekend finishing 4th out of 19 schools at the Apple Blossom Invitational. The following girls scored for the wolverines: Alex Juzbasich in the 3200, Asiah Robinison in the Long Jump and and 400 meter dash and Emma Gillies in the 800 meters and 1600 meters. The girls 4 x 100 relay team made up of Sam Purnell, Asiah Robinson, Jess Hornyak and Ashley Ahlers finished 5th and scored as well. The highlight of the day came early when the 4 x 800 relay team of Mariah Quintero, Jeela Fesharaki, Alex Juzbasich and Emma Gillies state qualified with a second place finish. Emma Gillies also state qualified in the 1600m and the 800m run. The girls will be home Wednesday for senior night and Viking Stew as they host rival Loudoun Valley and Heritage. Please plan to attend the meet which starts at 5:30 pm.
• Reminder: The Keep the Faith 5k is this Saturday, May 4th at 7 pm.  Submit or pick up registration forms outside the cafeteria during Open Lunch, or you may see Mrs. Stone in room 600.  Thanks for your support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation!
• There will be a short meeting of the girls tennis team today at the beginning of open lunch in room 404.
• Mr. Strickler is not here today so the Spring Bang Trip Rehearsal schedules for today has been cancelled.  There will be rehearsals for the band spring trip on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and Thrusday this week from 4-6:00
• Anime club is meeting today in Mrs. Miller's room to discuss plans for next year.  Hope to see you there.
• Attention Seniors:  The school newspaper staff is attempting to take a photo of all students going to the 5 most popular college choices for the class of 2013.  These colleges include, Vriginia Tech, JMU, GMU, Radford and UVA.  You will be receiving a pass to go to the gym at the beginning of Flex tomorrow to be photographed.  Please wear your college spirit wear!  If you did not get a pass, see Mrs. Longerbeam in Room 609.
• Congratulations to Nancy Juan for placin 3rd place at the Aquado Guitar Solo Competition this weekend!  Way to go!
• Congratulations to the guitar ensemble members Sara Gerpheide, Kayla Shaffer, Matt Sklaw, Maclyn Mischler, Ryan Paradis, Garret O'Brien, and Ian Falletti, who performed at NBC Studions with the Academic Team on Saturday.  Bravo!

• In the WHS Book Madness tournament, we are down to the elite 8. Top seeded "The Fault in our Stars" remains alive but now faces its toughest competition yet in "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe." On the other side of the bracket "Bitterblue" looks to be this year's Cinderella Story. Get it. A literary allusion in a book tournament. Didn't see that coming. Read the books and pick the winners. Ask a librarian if you have any questions.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Going to Prom?  Buy your ticket from Mr. Thompson or Miss Zoller during lunch.  You can find both of them stationed at classroom 201.
• Attention any interested in trying out for the Woodgrove Golf Team in the Fall.  There will be an interest meeting with Coach Lutman Monday, April 29th, at 4:00 at the Aux Gym.  If you are playing a spring sport just stop by and sign your name.
• PTSO Senior Graduation Night Party Smoothie Fundraiser!  Maui Wowi and Tiki Tuesday...aka, Maui Wowi Tuesday's are set to begin April 30th.  They will continue for 3 Tuesday's...May 14th, 21st and 28th.  All one size, $4...flavors for the first week are Strawberry, Mango Orange and Pina Colada!  Bring your money and support the senior class!
• There will be a turkey calling contest in the L600 court yeard on Friday April 26th at 12:23.  The first ten to sign up will have 30 seconds to impress the judges.  The winner will get a prize.  Judges will be: Colonel Culpeper, King Turkey and Big Daddy Gobbler.
• Teachers please excuse those students working with the District Jazz Band Festival today at 3:00 pm.  A listof those students has been sent to you in your email.
• Attention sophomores who have not completed gridding for the Pre-Administrative AP session: please come to the Guidance office at the beginning of Flex period today.  Bring a number 2 pencil.
• People attending Adaptive PE Field Trip Report to Ms. K's room after Homeroom.
• Going to Prom?  Bad dancing?  We can help.  Come to school on Saturday the 27th form one to three to learn how to dance like a flapper.  Boogey your way down town and be prepared for prom.
• The Academic Team returns to NBC tomorrow for the semi-finals of It's Academic. Joe Ghiorzi, SP Magoffin, and Chris Miller will take on Maryland Magnet school, Richard Montgomery and Blake. Team: Bus leaves at 9:00 a.m. Be sure to have your permission slip turned in!!!
• Teachers please excuse those students working with the District Jazz Band Festival today at 3:00pm. A list of those students has been sent to you in your email. 

• There will be a turkey calling contest in the L600 court yeard on Friday April 26th at 12:23.  The first ten to sign up will have 30 seconds to impress the judges.  The winner will get a prize.  Judges will be: Colonel Culpeper, King Turkey and Big Daddy Gobbler.
• Students who have registered for an AP exam and have not attended a Pre-Administration session may come to the Career Center immediately after homeroom today.  This is a good opportunity for Monroe and AOS Students who are not at Woodgrove on B days to complete the required forms.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• PTSO Senior Graduation Night Party Smoothie Fundraiser!  Maui Wowi and Tiki Tuesday...aka, Maui Wowi Tuesday's are set to begin April 30th.  They will continue for 3 Tuesday's...May 14th, 21st and 28th.  All one size, $4...flavors for the first week are Strawberry, Mango Orange and Pina Colada!  Bring your money and support the senior class!
• Attention Juniors and Seniors:  Going to Prom?  Buy your ticket from Mr. Thompson or Miss Zoller during lunch.  You can find both of them stationed at classroom 201.
• Attention any interested in trying out for the Woodgrove Golf Team in the Fall.  There will be an interest meeting with Coach Lutman Monday, April 29th, at 4:00 at the Aux Gym.  If you are playing a spring sport just stop by and sign your name.
• Congratulations to the Latin students who participated in the Medusa Mythology Exam earlier this month!  Bronze medals have been awarded to Annie Williams and Michael White!  Honorable mention certificates have also been awarded to Jonathan Hess, Sarah Alvarez, Josh Kim, Ammon Frederick-Harteis, and Bri Spears-Heinel.  Well done!
• Going to Prom?  Bad dancing?  We can help.  Come to school on Saturday the 27th form one to three to learn how to dance like a flapper.  Boogey your way down town and be prepared for prom.
• The Keep the Faith 5k is just nine days away.  The event will take place on May 4 at 7pm.  Submit or pick up registration forms outside the cafeteria during Open Lunch, or you may see Mrs. Stone in room 600.  Thanks for your support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation!
• Congratulations goes out to Emily Yeates for her winning submission for the Woodgrove All-Night Graduation Party logo contest.  Emily's artwork will be used on all promotional items for All Night Graduation Party and she and four of her friends are the recipient of a Moe's Lunchcheon.  Please see Mrs. Hines in room 307 for details.
• There will be a short meeting of the junior class members of the National Honor Society this Thrusday, April 25, at the beginning of open lunch in the auditorium.

• Attention any interested in trying out for the Woodgrove Golf Team in the Fall.  There will be an interest meeting with Coach Lutman Monday, April 29th, at 4:00 at the Aux Gym.  If you are playing a spring sport just stop by and sign your name.
• Attention PEERS: Ms. Haybe will be waiting for you in the loby for our walk to visit our PEER pals at Mountain View today at the beginning of Flex.
• Attention all juniors and seniors attending prom!  Don't forget - tickets aer on sale now outside of room 200.  Tickets are $60 each.  Come by the ticket table on Wednesday to check our custom designed, 1920's inspired corsages and boutonnieres.  These flowers will be avaialbe to order on Wednesday.
• The first leadership training session for marching band members will be held this Wednesday, April 24th, after school in the band room from 4:15-5:15.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Any senior interested in trying out for a singing part in graduation should see Ms. Morgan in the Chorus Room during open lunch Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday of this week.
• PTSO Senior Graduation Night Party Smoothie Fundraiser!  Maui Wowi and Tiki Tuesday...aka, Maui Wowi Tuesday's are set to begin April 30th.  They will continue for 3 Tuesday's...May 14th, 21st and 28th.  All one size, $4...flavors for the first week are Strawberry, Mango Orange and Pina Colada!  Bring your money and support the senior class!
• FCCLA will be having it's final meeting of the year today.  Come to L506 during the second half of flex.  W@e will celebrate this past year and start to plan for the 2013-14 school year.  All members are welcome.
• There will be a short meeting of the junior-class members of the National Honor Society this Thursday, April 25, at the beginning of open lunch in the auditorium.
• There will be a turkey calling contest in the L600 court yeard on Friday April 26th at 12:23.  The first ten to sign up will have 30 seconds to impress the judges.  The winner will get a prize.  Judges will be: Colonel Culpeper, King Turkey and Big Daddy Gobbler.

• Attention any interested in trying out for the Woodgrove Golf Team in the Fall.  There will be an interest meeting with Coach Lutman Monday, April 29th, at 4:00 at the Aux Gym.  If you are playing a spring sport just stop by and sign your name.
• Good Morning Teachers! Pink passes were delivered to homeroom teachers for students participating in mandatory testing today. Students with last names beginning with A thru C will test at the beginning of block 1 and students with last names beginning with D thru J will test at the beginning of 3rd block. Please remind students to report to room 601.
• The girls tennis team improved their recored last evening to 10-3 with a win over John Champe. Juniors Rachel Reese and Ashley Walther scored impressive victories over their rivals. The girls next play against Tuscarora this Thursday. Come out and join the action!
• There will be a short meeting of the junior-class members of the National Honor Society this Thursday, April 25, at the beginning of open lunch in the auditorium.
• The first leadership training session for marching band members will be held this Wednesday, April 24th, after school in the band room from 4:15-5:15.
• Any senior interested in trying out for a singing part in graduation should see Ms. Morgan in the Chorus Room during open lunch Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday of this week.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• PTSO Senior Graduation Night Party Smoothie Fundraiser!  Maui Wowi and Tiki Tuesday...aka, Maui Wowi Tuesday's are set to begin April 30th.  They will continue for 3 Tuesday's...May 14th, 21st and 28th.  All one size, $4...flavors for the first week are Strawberry, Mango Orange and Pina Colada!  Bring your money and support the senior class!
• Attention all juniors and seniors attending prom!  Don't forget - tickets aer on sale now outside of room 200.  Tickets are $60 each.  Come by the ticket table on Wednesday to check our custom designed, 1920's inspired corsages and boutonnieres.  These flowers will be avaialbe to order on Wednesday.
• The boys tennis m defeated John Champe 7-2 yesterday.  Strong performances came from Will Koester, Ben Carpenter, Adam Price and Jon Gatling.

4/22/13

• The first leadership training session for marching band members will be held this Wednesday, April 24th, after school in the band room from 4:15-5:15.
• Any senior interested in trying out for a singing part in graduation should see Ms. Morgan in the Chorus Room during open lunch Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday of this week.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Ms. Neubaum's 7th block please go to room 204, Mr. Bennett's room instead of the auditorium for Flex.
• All members of the Jazz Band will report to the band room today during flex as soon as the reading period is over.
• The Keep the Faith 5k is less than two weeks away on may 4 at 7pm.  Submit or pick up registration forms outside the cafeteria during Open Lunch or see Mrs. Stone in room 600.  Thanks for your support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation!
• SOPHOMORES taking AP classes!  April 22nd during FLEX - The school counseling Department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help you fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests.  Again - Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY.  Please bring a number 2 pencil to the session.  Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  •  April 22nd - 10th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• Anime Clubis meeting at the start of open lunch in Mrs. Miller's room to discuss plans for next year.  Hope to see you there!
• Students going on the New York City Fine Arts Trip...there is a mandatory meeting TODAY during open lunch in the auditorium.

4/19/13

• Woodgrove visual art students will be displaying their work and talents at the Round Hill Center, across from Stoneleigh Golf Club, on Rt. 9.  There will be a reception on Friday, April 19th from 7-9 pm.  Come out with friends and family and support the Visual Arts.
• To honor the Woodgrove Adacemic Team, Giant Gorcery Store will have a special "Woodgrove High School Hoagie" on sale this weekend.  Catch the team on NBC 4 this Saturday morning at 10:30!
• If you are going on the band and chorus spring trip you must have all of your forms and fees turned in.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Students going on the New York City Fine Arts Trip, there is a mandatory meeting on Monday during open lunch in the auditorium.
• All members of the Brass Choir will meet in the band room on Wednesday and Friday this week at 8:00 am.
• Attention Key Club Member:  Please see Mrs. Stone before leaving school today.  Repeat---All Key Club Members see Mrs. Stone before the end of the day.  Thank you.
• The Keep the Faith 5k is just two weeks away on May 4 at 7 pm.  Submit or pick up registration forms outside the cafeteria during Open Lunch or from Mrs. Stone in room 600.  Thanks for your support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation!
• SOPHOMORES taking AP classes!  April 22nd during FLEX - The school counseling Department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help you fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests.  Again - Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY.  Please bring a number 2 pencil to the session.  Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  •  April 22nd - 10th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• Any student planning on taking a Dual Enrollment class through NOVA must enroll on the NOVA website by Monday.  Testing will begin next week.  Any questions - please see Mr. Cohen.  Students need to bring their NOVA ID to testing.
• Football Meeting ; Friday, April 19, 12:20 in Aux Gym.  Anyone interested in trying out for football next year MUST ATTEND.
• Good morning seniors - if you have ordered announcements from Herff-Jones they have arrived!!!  A representative from the company will be here on Friday, April 19th during open lunch in order to distribute.
• All Science National Honor Society membership applications are due to Mr. Young in room 506 by the end of the week.  No forms will be accepted after Friday.  See Mr. Young with any questions.
• Any studnet taking English 12 Dual Enrollment, survey of African History, and Survey of Latin American studied must enroll online through NOVA by Monday, April 22nd.  Students will need to bring their NOVA ID to their testing sessions next week.  Any questions see Mr. Cohen in the counseling office.
• Please join the Fine Arts Department this weekend as they present The Music Man.  This classic tale of a traveling salesman is sure to entertain and amuse all.  Performance times are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 and Sunday at 2.  Ticket price is $10.  We hope to see you there.

• If you are going on the band and chorus spring trip you must have all of your forms and fees turned in.
• Students going on the New York City Fine Arts Trip, there is a mandatory meeting on Monday during open lunch in the auditorium.
• Football Meeting ; Friday, April 19, 12:20 in Aux Gym.  Anyone interested in trying out for football next year MUST ATTEND.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Please join the Fine Arts Department this weekend as they present The Music Man.  This classic tale of a traveling salesman is sure to entertain and amuse all.  Performance times are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 and Sunday at 2.  Ticket price is $10.  We hope to see you there.
• All members of the Brass Choir will meet in the band room on Wednesday and Friday this week at 8:00 am.
• Good morning seniors - if you have ordered announcements from Herff-Jones they have arrived!!!  A representative from the company will be here on Friday, April 19th during open lunch in order to distribute.
• This is a reminder to all who plan to participate in the “Keep the Faith” 5K. Return registration forms ASAP to the table in front of the cafeteria during Open Lunch or to Mrs. Stone in room 600. This benefit for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will take place at 7pm on Saturday, May 4th. Join Faith Stone and help all who have CF. Together, we can make CF stand for “Cure Found”! Thank You!
• All Science National Honor Society membership applications are due to Mr. Young in room 506 by the end of the week. No forms will be accepted after Friday. See Mr. Young with any questions.
• Attention PEERS:  If possible, please join Ms. Hayba for a PEER meeting in the Band Room.
• Students interested in the military can join our US Air Force recruiter during lunch in the Career Center.  Again, the Air Force is visiting the career center during open lunch.
• JUNIORS taking AP classes!  April 18th during FLEX - The school counseling Department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help you fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests.  Again - Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY.  Please bring a number 2 pencil to the session.  Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  •  April 18th - 11th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• Woodgrove visual art students will be displaying their work and talents at the Round Hill Center, across from Stoneleigh Golf Club, on Rt. 9.  There will be a reception on Friday, April 19th from 7-9 pm.  Come out with friends and family and support the Visual Arts.
•  Hiking club meeting today in Mr. DeMark's Room, 806.  Let's get hiking - be there!

• Good morning seniors - if you have ordered announcements from Herff-Jones they have arrived!!!  A representative from the company will be here on Friday, April 19th during open lunch in order to distribute.
• Congratulations to the Stand Up to Cancer Club!  They raised over $1000 for cancer research at Saturday's Walkathon!  Thanks for all of your hard work!
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Please join the Fine Arts Department this weekend as they present The Music Man.  This classic tale of a traveling salesman is sure to entertain and amuse all.  Performance times are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 and Sunday at 2.  Ticket price is $10.  We hope to see you there.
• Attention Battle of the Books Team!  See Dr. J in the Library TODAY to find out about a SPECIAL MEETING planned for Tuesday.  You don't want to miss this special meeting.  Thank you.
• There will be a short meeting of the National Honor Scoiety on Wednesday, April 17, at the beginning of open lunch in the auditorium.  In addition, senior members of the National Honor Society are reminded that dues are still being collected in room 404 with Mr. Sharp.
• All members of the Brass Choir will meet in the band room on Wednesday and Friday this week at 8:00 am.
• JUNIORS taking AP classes!  April 18th during FLEX - The school counseling Department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help you fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests.  Again - Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY.  Please bring a number 2 pencil to the session.  Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  •  April 18th - 11th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• Anyone that is planning on trying out for girls basketball next season, open gyms started today.  There was a session this morning and there is another session from 4-5:30.  Any questions see Coach Copley in L605.
• Thirsty, hungry, tired, lonely?  Well then today is your day.  Come on down to the school store and pick up your favorite treat, and don't forget to check out our Spring merchandise!
• If you are goin on the band and chorus trip you must have all of your forms and fees turned in.
• Woodgrove visual art students will be displaying their work and talents at the Round Hill Center, across from Stoneleigh Golf Club, on Rt. 9.  There will be a reception on Friday, April 19th from 7-9 pm.  Come out with friends and family and support the Visual Arts.

• Mrs. Strickler's 4th Block AFAM Class please stop by and pick up the quiz review and REVISED Homework worksheet.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Attention Juniors and Seniors!  Today, during open lunch, prom tickets go on sale!  Tickets are $60 each and will be sold in the 200 hallway.  Don't forget to turn in your permission form when you buy your ticket.
• The girls tennis team won their 3rd straight match and 8th match overall by defeating Loudoun Valley HS by a score of 9-0.  The girls next outingis against Heritage HS this Thursday.  Come out and join the action!
• If you picked up a registration form for the "Keep the Faith" 5k, please return your completed registration form along with payment by THIS FRIDAY in order to have your shirt by race day. You may turn it in to the registration table in front of the cafeteria during Open Lunch or at any time to Mrs. Stone in room 600. Together we can make CF stand for If you picked up a registration form for the "Keep the Faith" 5k, please return your completed registration form along with payment by THIS FRIDAY in order to have your shirt by race day. You may turn it in to the registration table in front of the cafeteria during Open Lunch or at any time to Mrs. Stone in room 600. Together we can make CF stand for "Cure Found". Thanks for your support!
• The AP Pre-Administration process will be starting next week during Flex blocks. It is mandatory that all AP students attend the appropriate pre-administration session in order to get this process completed before AP testing starts in May. The school counseling department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help ou fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests.  Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY.  Please bring a number 2 pensil to the session.  Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  •  April 16th - 12th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• Football signing in cafeteria today at 3:50!  Matt Sears - Salisbury and Eddie Meadows - Norfolk State.  * Everyone welcome!
• Please join the Fine Arts Department this weekend as they present The Music Man.  This classic tale of a traveling salesman is sure to entertain and amuse all.  Performance times are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 and Sunday at 2.  Ticket price is $10.  We hope to see you there.
• Attention Battle of the Books Team!  See Dr. J in the Library TODAY to find out about a SPECIAL MEETING planned for Tuesday.  You don't want to miss this special meeting.  Thank you.
• There will be a short meeting of the National Honor Scoiety on Wednesday, April 17, at the beginning of open lunch in the auditorium.  In addition, senior members of the National Honor Society are reminded that dues are still being collected in room 404 with Mr. Sharp.
• All members of the Brass Choir will meet in the band room on Wednesday and Friday this week at 8:00 am.
• Anyone that is planning on trying out for girls basketball next season, open gyms will be starting on Wednesdays this week. There will be 2 sessions, 7:30 am- 8:15 am, and 4:00-5:30 PM. Girls can attend either session or both sessions if they choose. Any questions see Coach Copley in L605.
• Good morning seniors - if you have ordered announcements from Herff-Jones they have arrived!!!  A representative from the company will be here on Friday, April 19th during open lunch in order to distribute.
• Celebrate National Library Week with a book someone doesn't want you to read.  The most challenged books last year were:
  • The Captain Underpants series by Dav Pilkey
  • The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie
  • Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher
  • Fifty Shades of Grey by E. L. James
  • The Tango Makes Three by Peter Parnell & Justin Richardson
  • The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
  • Looking for Alaska by John Green
  • The Scary Stories series by Alvin Schwartz
  • The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls
  • Beloved by Toni Morrison
    • All but one are available from your library media center.  Stop by and check them out!

4/15/13

• The Woodgrove Boys Track & Field team competed at the Turner Ashby Invitational on Saturday. Omar Safiani and Daniel Youmbi placed 2nd and 3rd in the high jump while Josh Cromwell finished 4th in the 3200 meter run and Josh Siegel placed 7th in the 160 meter run, both with personal best times. Next up for the Wolverines is a home quad meet on Wednesday at 5:30 pm against Potomac Falls, Park View and John Champe followed on Friday afternoon by the Wolverine Classic, our home invitational against 13 other teams. Plan on coming out to support the track team.
• There will be a short meeting of the National Honor Society on Wednesday, April 17, at the beginning of open lunch in the auditorium.  In addition, senior members of the National Honor Society are reminded that their dues can be paid in room 404 with Mr. Sharp.
• Congratulations to the students who took the National Latin Exam last month.  For their achievement, silver medals are awarded to Julia Hiser, Ryan Taylor, Cameron Gillies, megan Gingerich, Emily Herbert, Elizabeth Roden and Ivy Duerr.  In all, 37 students Woodgrove acheived awards on the exam.  Well done!
• The boys tennis team defeated Millbrook 7-2 on Friday.  Ben Browning, Will Koester, Ben Carpenter, Scott Clark and Max Harris had strong wins.
• The Woodgrove Key Club is hosting its third annual “Keep the Faith” 5K Walk/Run, a benefit for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, on Saturday, May 4th. The event is a twilight run which begins at 7pm on the Woodgrove cross-country course. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in the male, female, and youth categories. Pick up your resgistration form during Open Lunch outside the cafeteria. Please help Faith Stone and all who suffer from CF by joining us in support of this important cause. Thank You!
• Anyone that is planning on trying out for girls basketball next season, open gyms will be starting on Wednesdays this week. There will be 2 sessions, 7:30 am- 8:15 am, and 4:00-5:30 PM. Girls can attend either session or both sessions if they choose. Any questions see Coach Copley in L605.
• The girls tennis team picked up their 7th victory of the season last Friday night by defeating Millbrook HS by a score of 7-2. All six starters won their respective matches while sophormore Nancy Juan and Junior Laurel Cope came through with a nice win at second doubles.  The girls play Loudoun Valley HS today (at home) beginning at 5:00p. Come and join the action!
• Attention Juniors and Seniors!  Today, during open lunch, prom tickets go on sale!  Tickets are $60 each and will be sold in the 200 hallway.  Don't forget to turn in your permission form when you buy your ticket.
• Applications to be a member of the Marching Wolverines for the 2013 season must be turned into Mr. Strickler no later than Wednesday, May 1st.
• Attention Battle of the Books Team!  See Dr. J in the Library TODAY to find out about a SPECIAL MEETING planned for Tuesday.  You don't want to miss this special meeting.  Thank you.
• The AP Pre-Administration process will be starting next week during Flex blocks. It is mandatory that all AP students attend the appropriate pre-administration session in order to get this process completed before AP testing starts in May. The school counseling department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help ou fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests. Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY.  Please bring a number 2 pensil to the session.  Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  •  April 16th - 12th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• The AP Pre-Administration process will be starting next week during Flex blocks. It is mandatory that all AP students attend the appropriate pre-administration session in order to get this process completed before AP testing starts in May. The school counseling department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help ou fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests. Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY. Please bring a number 2 pencil to the session.  Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  •  April 16th - 12th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
  • April 18th - 11th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
  • April 22nd - 10th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• Congratulations to the students who took the National Latin Exam last montth.  for their achievement, silver medals are awarded to Julia Hiser, Ryan Taylor, Cameron Gillies, Megan Gingerich, Emily Herbert, Elizabeth Roden, and Ivy Duerr.  In all, 37 students from Woodgrove achieved awards on the exam.  Well done!
• Congratulations to our Track and Field throwers for a great meet on Saturday at Turner Ashby.  More congrats go out to Lexie Amundson who district qualified in discus with a throw of 88'-3.5"  Also, our 4-800 team qualified for Regions.  Our team consists of: Alex Jusbasich, Emma Gilles, Brianna Spears-Heinel, and Mariah Quintera.  Emma Gilles also Regionals qualified in 400 and 800 meters.  Come out and support your track team Wednesday and Friday as we are home both days.
  

4/12/13

• Attention Seniors and Juniors:  Going to Prom?  You may request Prom permission forms from your homeroom teacher, the main office, Mr. THompson in room 211 or Ms. Zoller in room 206.  Tickets will go on sale Monday, April 15, 2013 during lunch in the 200 hallway.  Price: $60/ticket
• Students---are you in need of volunteer or community service hours? Ms. Hayba is looking for volunteers to help with the Share and Shop this Friday after school and on Saturday morning. You can get more infortation and sign up in the Career Center.
• There will be a short meeting of the National Honor Society members on Wednesday, April 17, at the beginning of open lunch in the suditorium. In addition, senior members of the National Honor Society are reminded to pay their dues in room 404.
• The Lovettsville V-Fest is taking place this Sunday, April 14th, from 2-4pm at Lovettsville Game Club.  Learn about the local businesses who are looking for those who wish to volunteer in your community.
• Members of the National Honor Society are needed to help with sorting clotes for the "Swag and Share" on Friday, April12 in the cafeteria.  Volunteers may report to the cafeteria after school or see Mr. Brosh in Room 303.
• Girls Lacrosse defeated Valley last night!  JV won 11-1 and Varsity won 7-2
• A huge THANK YOU to everyone who donated to the Spirit Links sale to benefit the Louisa Co School District. Because of your generosity, we collected nearly $1,300! That translated into almost 5,200 links! In 3rd place, Mr. Welsh's sophomore class with a per-student average of $7.59. Falling to 2nd place is Mr. Brosh's senior homeroom with an average of $8.92. And the dark horse in the race has won...Ms. Bingaman's sophomore homeroom with a total of $247.25, which is a $9.51 per-student average! Jersey Mike's is coming to you guys, soon. Congrats and thanks again to the entire WHS community.
• There will be a mandatory meeting for the Senior Class Council today during open lunch - can't wait to see you there!  Attention Seniors: ALL Payments for Senior CAP & GOWNS & FIELD TRIP ARE DUE TODAY!
• Did you pick up a registration form for the "Keep the Faith" 5k?  This event will raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, so help Faith Stone and all who have CF by participating in this event.  Get registered today!
• Important Reminder: If you have offered to help Ms. Hayba with the Share and Shop, please keep your commitment.  Set-up begins after school today with refreshments for volunteers and the event will be tomorrow from 9-1.  Thanks so much for your help.
• The AP Pre-Administration process will be starting next week during Flex blocks. It is mandatory that all AP students attend the appropriate pre-administration session in order to get this process completed before AP testing starts in May. The school counseling department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help ou fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests. Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY. Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  •  April 16th - 12th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z

4/11/13

• The AP Pre-Administration process will be starting next week during Flex blocks. It is mandatory that all AP students attend the appropriate pre-administration session in order to get this process completed before AP testing starts in May. The school counseling department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help ou fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests. Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY. Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  •  April 16th - 12th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
  • April 18th - 11th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
  • April 22nd - 10th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• Members of the National Honor Society are needed to help with sorting clotes for the "Swag and Share" on Friday, April12 in the cafeteria.  Volunteers may report to the cafeteria after school or see Mr. Brosh in Room 303.
• The Lovettsville V-Fest is taking place this Sunday, April 14th, from 2-4pm at Lovettsville Game Club.  Learn about the local businesses who are looking for those who wish to volunteer in your community.
• There will be a short meeting of the National Honor Society members on Wednesday, April 17, at the beginning of open lunch in the suditorium. In addition, senior members of the National Honor Society are reminded to pay their dues in room 404.
• Students---are you in need of volunteer or community service hours? Ms. Hayba is looking for volunteers to help with the Share and Shop this Friday after school and on Saturday morning. You can get more infortation and sign up in the Career Center.
• The Stand Up to Cancer Club is hosting its first annual walkathon this Saturday April 13th from 9am to 1 pm.  Right here at the Woodgrove Stadium.  Price is $10 to participate and students can receive service hours.
• Attention Seniors and Juniors:  Going to Prom?  You may request Prom permission forms from your homeroom teacher, the main office, Mr. THompson in room 211 or Ms. Zoller in room 206.  Tickets will go on sale Monday, April 15, 2013 during lunch in the 200 hallway.  Price: $60/ticket
• Partners Club Members: Friday April 26th will be the Adapted PE/Partners Club Swim Trip with Mr. Wolfe. If you are interested, please see Ms. K this week. If you wish to participate, you will need your teachers permission and a completed field trip form.

• Marching Percussion auditions have been postponed until next Wednesday.  Marching Band Applications are due by May 1st.
• Reminder to potential Senior Graduation Speakers: The deadline for signing up is TODAY in Room 200.
• The Lovettsville V-Fest is taking place this Sunday, April 14th, from 2-4pm at Lovettsville Game Club.  Learn about the local businesses who are looking for those who wish to volunteer in your community.
• AP Students: April 10 is the ABSOLUTE LAST DAY to pay for your AP exams.
• AP Teachers: Your payment verification rosters were due last Thursday - pleaswe return them to Mrs. Bak immediately if you haven't already.
• The AP Pre-Administration process will be starting next week during Flex blocks. It is mandatory that all AP students attend the appropriate pre-administration session in order to get this process completed before AP testing starts in May. The school counseling department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help ou fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests. Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY. Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  • April 16th - 12th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
  • April 18th - 11th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
  • April 22nd - 10th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• Seniors the deadline to sign up for a graduation speech audition is April 10. Any senior wishing to speak at graduation may turn in a graduation speech to Mrs. Spicer, Room 200. Theme: Taking Responsibility for the World Around You. Try outs will be scheduled by the Committee during April 22-25. Only one student will be selected to speak at graduation. Good luck!
• The Woodgrove Key Club is hosting its third annual "Keep the Faith" 5K Walk/Run, a benefit for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, on Saturday, May 4th.  The event is a twilight run which begins at 7pm on the Woodgrove cross-country sourse.  Pick up a registration form during Open Lunch outside the cafeteria or from Mrs. Stone in room 600.  REMINDER: Homeroom teachers, please show the 5k video with Faith Stone following the moment of silence.  The video may be found on the desktop in the "Today's Video's" folder.  Thank You!
• Students---are you in need of volunteer or community service hours? Ms. Hayba is looking for volunteers to help with the Share and Shop this Friday after school and on Saturday morning. You can get more infortation and sign up in the Career Center.
• Partners Club Members: Friday April 26th will be the Adapted PE/Partners Club Swim Trip with Mr. Wolfe. If you are interested, please see Ms. K this week. If you wish to participate, you will need your teachers permission and a completed field trip form.
• The Stand Up to Cancer Club is hosting its first annual walkathon this Saturday April 13th from 9am to 1 pm. Right here at the Woodgrove Stadium. Price is $10 to participate and students can receive service hours.
• There will be a short meeting of the National Honor Society members on Wednesday, April 17, at the beginning of open lunch in the suditorium. In addition, senior members of the National Honor Society are reminded to pay their dues in room 404.
• What's the definition of tenacity?...tenacity is defined as the girl's tennis team in motion.  Last night, the girls tennis team had a fantastic come-from-behind victory against district-leading Briar Woods.  Ledby senior co-captain Stephanie Purnell along with strong performances up and down the line-up including Rosalie Hoyle, Caroline Abramson, Casey Miller,  Anna Mendonca and Mary Anna Adams, the girls handed Briar Wodos their first AA defeat by a score of 5-4.  The girls' next outing is tomorrow at home against Potomac Fals.  Come out and join the action!
• Attention PEERS; We will be visitng Mountain View today.  Please meet Ms. Hayba in the lobby at the beginning of FLEX.  Thanks for your commitment.
• Attention Seniors and Juniors:  Going to Prom?  You may request Prom permission forms from your homeroom teacher, the main office, Mr. THompson in room 211 or Ms. Zoller in room 206.  Tickets will go on sale Monday, April 15, 2013 during lunch in the 200 hallway.  Price: $60/ticket
• The Spanish Honors Society will NOT be traveling to Mt. View Elementary tomorrow as stated earlier.  We will be visitng on April 25th.
• The Green Team will meet todady to collect recycling during the second half of FLEX.  Go Green!
• Attention Battle of the Books TEAM! This Wednesday is the FINAL Battle of the Books at Briar Woods. Remember to bring in your permission slip to atend the FINAL Battle of the Books Competition this Wed or you will not be able to attend. All team members will meet in the library, and the bus will be leaving at 9:00. You MUST have your permission slip in order to attend this event. SEE YOU THERE!
• Are you interested in singing at Woodgrove? Choir auditions for next year will begin April 2 through April 10, with group audtions during lunch on April 10th and 11th. No singing experience is required! We sing a variety of music and welcome everyone who is interested. Please grab a packet from Mrs. Morgan in room 803.

• AP Students: April 10 is the ABSOLUTE LAST DAY to pay for your AP exams.
• AP Teachers: Your payment verification rosters were due last Thursday - pleaswe return them to Mrs. Bak immediately if you haven't already.
• The AP Pre-Administration process will be starting next week during Flex blocks.  It is mandatory that all AP students attend the appropriate pre-administration session in order to get this process completed before AP testing starts in May.  The school counseling department will meet with students in the cafeteria to discuss test day expectations, as well as help ou fill out the required pre-registration information for the tests.  Attending the preadministration session is MANDATORY.  Please make note of the dates and times for each grade level:
  • April 16th - 12th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
  • April 18th - 11th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
  • April 22nd - 10th grade...1st 1/2 of Flex, last names A-L; 2nd 1/2 of Flex, last names M-Z
• Seniors the deadline to sign up for a graduation speech audition is April 10.  Any senior wishing to speak at graduation may turn in a graduation speech to Mrs. Spicer, Room 200.  Theme: Taking Responsibility for the World Around You.  Try outs will be scheduled by the Committee during April 22-25.  Only one student will be selected to speak at graduation.  Good luck!
• Attention Battle of the Books TEAM!  This Wednesday is the FINAL Battle of the Books at Briar Woods.   Remember to bring in your permission slip to atend the FINAL Battle of the Books Competition this Wed or you will not be able to attend.  All team members will meet in the library, and the bus will be leaving at 9:00.  You MUST have your permission slip in order to attend this event.  SEE YOU THERE!
• Reminder to potential Senior Graduation Speakers:  The deadline for signing up is April 10th in Room 200.
• Spirit Link sales continue this morning.  Please turn in any money you have rattling around in your packet or bookbag to your HR teacher.  HR teachers and HR Reps - please take the collection envelopes to room L512 immediately after this morning's announcements.  Tomorrow we'll have an updated list of which rooms are on top of the free lunch competition.
• All members of the Brass Choir need to see Mr. Strickler for a flex pass today or in the morning before school starts.
• Partners Club Members:  Friday April 26th will be the Adapted PE/Partners Club Swim Trip with Mr. Wolfe. If you are interested, please see Ms. K this week.  If you wish to participate, you will need your teachers permission and a completed field trip form.
• Are you interested in singing at Woodgrove?  Choir auditions for next year will begin April 2 through April 10, with group audtions during lunch on April 10th and 11th.  No singing experience is required!  We sing a variety of music and welcome everyone who is interested.  Please grab a packet from Mrs. Morgan in room 803.
• There will be a short meeting of the National Honor Society members on Wednesday, April 17, at the beginning of open lunch in the suditorium.  In addition, senior members of the National Honor Society are reminded to pay their dues in room 404.
• Students---are you in need of volunteer or community service hours? Ms. Hayba is looking for volunteers to help with the Share and Shop this Friday after school and on Saturday morning.  You can get more informtation and sign up in the Career Center.
• Come to tomorrows Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting!  Our club sponsor will be there to announce many important FCA events that will be going on over the Summer; you won't want to miss it!
• The Woodgrove Key Club is hosting its third annual “Keep the Faith” 5K Walk/Run, a benefit for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, on Saturday, May 4th. The event is a twilight run which begins at 7pm on the Woodgrove cross-country course. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in the male, female, and youth categories. Pick up a registration form during Open Lunch outside the cafeteria or from Mrs. Stone in room 600.   REMINDER: Homeroom teachers, please show the 5K video with Faith Stone following the moment of silence. Thank You!
• The Stand Up to Cancer Club is hosting its first annual walkathon this Saturday April 13th from 9am to 1 pm.  Right here at the Woodgrove Stadium.  Price is $10 to participate and students can receive service hours.

• The Woodgrove Boys Track and Field team began it's third season on Saturday at the Ram Country Invitational at Strasburg High School.  After 2 years of building, the boys finished 2nd in a field of 14 teams and brought home 14 medals.  Highlights included senior Omar Safiani winning the high jump with a leap of 6' 3" which qualified him for the State Championship and equaled his school record from last yar and the 4 x 800 meter relay team of Josh Siegel, Peter Volpone, Greg Nerantzis and Devon Kirk besting the field by almost 40 seconds in 8:33, just 6 seconds shy of the school record.  Next up is a tri-meety on Wednesday at Loudoun County followed by the Turner Ashby Invitational in Harrisonburg next Saturday.  Stand by for big things the Spring from your boys track & field team.  They've worked hard for 2 years and the work is starting to pay off.  In the words of Bill Shakespeare, "Now is the Winter of our discontent made glorious Spring by these sons of Loudoun."  Go Wolverines!
• Attention CAMPUS students:  Please come to room 505 today during Flex after reading.  We hope to see all CAMPUS students.
• Here's the update on the SCA Spirit Link sales...Mr. Brosh and Mr. Welsh's homerooms are battling it out right now for the top spot. Both are just a few cents away from winning free lunch from Jersey Mike's. But no homeroom is out of the race, yet. Collections continue through THIS THURSDAY! Homeroom teachers have the collection envelopes and they also have the entire list of where each room stands in the contest.
• The girls track team finished 5th out of 14 teams this past weekend in the Strasburg Invitational. The team was led by Emma Gillies with a first place finish in the 800 meters, Alex Juzbasich with a 2nd place in the 2 mile and Gaynor Houghton (300 hurdles) and Mariah Owenss (shot Put) who district qualified in their events.
• Are you interested in singing at Woodgrove?  Choir auditions for next year will begin April 2 through April 10, with group audtions during lunch on April 10th and 11th.  No singing experience is required!  We sing a variety of music and welcome everyone who is interested.  Please grab a packet from Mrs. Morgan in room 803.
• Anime club will be meeting today at the start of open lunch in Mrs. Miller's room.  Hope to see you there!
• Students--are you in need of volunteer or community services hours? Ms.Hayba is looking for volunteers to help with the Share and Shop this Friday after school and on Saturday morning. You can get more information and and sign up in the Career Center.
• The Woodgrove Key Club is hosting its third annual “Keep the Faith” 5K Walk/Run, a benefit for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, on Saturday, May 4th. The event is a twilight run which begins at 7pm on the Woodgrove cross-country course. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in the male, female, and youth categories. Registration begins today, so pick up a registration form during Open Lunch outside the cafeteria. Please join us in support of this important cause. Thank You!
• AP Students: April 10 is the ABSOLUTE LAST DAY to pay for your AP exams.
• AP Teachers: Your payment verification rosters were due last Thursday - pleaswe return them to Mrs. Bak immediately if you haven't already.
• Partners Club Members:  Friday, April 26th will be the Adapted PE/Parners Club Swim Trip with Mr. Wolfe. If you are interested, please see Ms. K this week.  If you wish to participate, you will need your teachers permission and a completed field trip form.
  

4/5/13

• Your Woodgrove Academic Team defeated all of the schools in Loudoun County with a 170 point margin yesterday. This is the 2nd year Woodgrove has earned Champion status. The senior leaders were Carolyn Saunders, Evan Smith, Keegan Ottoson, Marissa Gillwald, and team point leader- Chris Miller. Great job team! Don't forget to watch the team on April 20th on NBC!
• Spirit Link sales continue this morning in homeroom.  Tomorrow will be our first collection date, and we'll find out which HR is leading the school and how close they are to winning free lunch from Jersey Mike's.  Buy your links from your homeroom teacher right now!
• Tickets for the Mountain View Spelling Bee are on sale today during lunch outside the cafeteria.  This is a great cause to support ...one of our very own Class of 2013 members is a Mountain View grad and may win a scholarship.
• Teachers, please excuse all members of the Marching Band and Pep Band ay 2:25 today, to prepare for the pep rally.
• Students who wish to come to the Library durnig the pep rally must get a pass from a librarian.  Passes will be given out on a first come first served basis until the end of Open Lunch.
• Attention Latin students taking the Medusa Mythology Exam.  The competition will take place TODAY in room L202 DURING OPEN LUNCH.  Pack your lunch so you can eat quickly.  This is a change, so please plan accordingly.
• Are you interested in singing at Woodgrove?  Choir auditions for next year will begin April 2 through April 10, with group audtions during lunch on April 10th and 11th.  No singing experience is required!  We sing a variety of music and welcome everyone who is interested.  Please grab a packet from Mrs. Morgan in room 803.
• The Woodgrove Key Club is hosting its third annual "Keep the Faith" 5k walk/run, a benefit for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, on Saturday, May 4th.  The event is a twilight run which begins at 7pm on the Woodgrove cross-country course.  Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in the male, female, and youth categories.  Registration begin Monday April 8 during Open Lunch outside the cafeteria.  Please join us in support of this important cause.  Thank you!
  

4/4/13

• Are you interested in singing at Woodgrove?  Choir auditions for next year will begin April 2 through April 10, with group audtions during lunch on April 10th and 11th.  No singing experience is required!  We sing a variety of music and welcome everyone who is interested.  Please grab a packet from Mrs. Morgan in room 803.
• Attention Latin students taking the Medusa Mythology Exam.  The competition will take place TOMORROW (Friday) in room L202 DURING OPEN LUNCH.  Pack your lunch so you can eat quickly.  This is a change, so please plan accordingly.
• There is a mandatory meeting today for any junior who is signed up to take the Dual Enrollment NOVA English 12 next year.  Students will receive passes in homeroom to attend the meeting at 11.  This will be in the cafeteria.
• The Green Team will meet today during the second half of FLEX to collect recycling.  All are welcome.  Go Green!
• Attention Battle of the Books Team Members!  Please see Dr J in the library to pick up a field trip permission form.  Thanks,
• All SCA members should be getting a note from their HR teacher this morning about a change in plans for Flex and Open Lunch today.  Please see Mr. Schutte or Ms. Neubaum if you did not receive your note.
• The girls tennis had a huge win over Kettle Run HS.  Led by sophomore Rosalie Hoyle & junior Casey Miller, the girls played gritty tennis to win 5-4.  The girls next play Dominion HS today.  Come out & catch the action!
• Spirit Link sales continue this morning in homeroom.  Tomorrow will be our first collection date, and we'll find out which HR is leading the school and how close they are to winning free lunch from Jersey Mike's.  Buy your links from your homeroom teacher right now!
• Scholastic Challenge at Tuscarora HS is this Thursday morning.  If you are going, meet in the library at 8:30 am

• Scholastic Challenge at Tuscarora HS is this Thursday morning.  If you are going, meet in the library at 8:30 am
• Good Morning Seniors & Welcome back to all!  This is a reminder that we will be having a senior class meeting on Thursday during FLEX in order to practice graduation and distribute important information for the last nine weeks.
• Spirit Link sales continue this morning in homeroom.  Tomorrow will be our first collection date, and we'll find out which HR is leading the school and how close they are to winning free lunch from Jersey Mike's.  Buy your links from your homeroom teacher right now!
• Tickets for the Mountain View Spelling Bee are on sale today during lunch outside the cafeteria.  This is a great cause to support ...one of our very own Class of 2013 members is a Mountain View grad and may win a scholarship.
• In Book Madness news, the sweet sixteen in nearly set.  John Green's "The Fault In Our Stars" cruised to an easy first round win while Patricia McCormick's "Never Fall Down" knocked off the #2 seed National Book Award winning "Ship Builder".  Read the book sand pick the winners in round two.  Follow the action on twitter @librarygrove.  See a librarian to participate of for more information.
• Are you interested in singing at Woodgrove?  Choir auditions for next year will begin April 2 through April 10, with group audtions during lunch on April 10th and 11th.  No singing experience is required --- you do not need to know how to sing!  We sing a variety of music and welcome everyone who is interested.  Please grab a packet from Mrs. Morgan in room 803.
• The Virginia High School Programming Competition was held at the University of Virginia on March 23rd.  Woodgrove snet two teams to represent the school.  39 teams from around the state competed, and the Woodgrove teams placed 12th and 26th.  Woodgrove was the second place team in Loudoun County, being narrowly edged out by the team from Loudoun Valley.  Congratulations to all of the participants!
• There will be pit orchestra musical practice today after school.  The Brass Choir will meet tomorrrow morning in the band room at 8:00am.
• Attention all Battle of the Books Team Members please see Dr. J in the library to pick up a field trip permission form. 
• 4 Woodgrove students went to the annual German Convention held at University of Mary Washington on Saturday, March 23.  They competed in contests, attended workshops and mingled with students from other schools.  In Forensics, 2 students brought home prizes.  In Extemporaneous, Tim Eiynck took 2nd place and Sam Van Vleet took 1st place in the state.  Sam also took 2nd place poetry.  Thank you for serving as our delegate as well.  Two students from Woodgrove have served as officers in the Virginia Organization of German Students for the past few years.  Alexandra Guendert has been an officer for 3 years and Max Hall has been an officer for 4 years.  Our thanks go out to both of them for the way they have represented our high school in this state organization.

4/2/13

• The Spring Pep Rally is THIS FRIDAY! We will be spotlighting the spring sports and athletes, helping to celebrate last month's Pi Day, and crowing the 2013 Dodgeball Tournament Champs. That's all this Friday at the pep rally...don't miss it!
• Good Morning Seniors & Welcome back to all!  This is a reminder that we will be having a senior class meeting on Thursday during FLEX in order to practice graduation and distribute important information for the last nine weeks.
• Any student who is signed up to take Survey of African History or Survey of latin American History will be receiving a pass during 5th block to attend an informational meeting.  This will take place at the beginning of flex today in the cafeteria.
• The boys tennis team lost to Tuscarora yesterday 5-4 and by the same score against Kettle Run prior to the break.  Scott Clark and Max Harris remain undefeated in doubles.  Michael Lokie, Ben Borwning and Will Koester had strong wins as well.
• The Woodgrove Ice Hockey team beat Potomac Falls and Heritage last night 3-1.
• Attention PEERS;  Please come to our meeting today during Flex in the Band Room.
• Are you interested in singing at Woodgrove?  Choir auditions for next year will begin April 2 through April 10, with group audtions during lunch on April 10th and 11th.  No singing experience is required --- you do not need to know how to sing!  We sing a variety of music and welcome everyone who is interested.  Please grab a packet from Mrs. Morgan in room 803.
• Attention All Battle of the Books Team Members!  Please see Dr. J in the library to pick up a field trip permission form. 
• Attention Key Club Members:  There is a meeting today during Flex.  Please report to the Black Box during the Flex portion of 9th block Flex.  Please be in attendance as we have a special guest for the meeting and we will be finalizing plans for the upcoming 5K.  Thanks!

3/22/13   

• Any student who missed taking their SOL Writing test should report to lab 601 immediately following homeroom this morning.
• There will be a short meeting of the girls tennis team at the beginning of open lunch in room 404 with Coach Sharp.Seniors, don't forget to sign up in room 200 by April 10th if you are interested in being the "Student Graduation Speaker", see your english teacher or Mrs. Spicer for more details.
• Seniors if you received a deficiency letter last week you MUST turn in your money and forms by this Fridya March 22nd in order to receive a spring tshirt or go on the class field trip to Kings Dominion.  There will be NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS DEADLINE.
• Are you interested in singing at Woodgrove?  Choir auditions for next year will begin April 2 through April 10, with group audtions during lunch on April 10th and 11th.  No singing experience is required --- you do not need to know how to sing!  We sing a variety of music and welcome everyone who is interested.  Please grab a packet from Mrs. Morgan in room 803.
• Attention senior members of the National Honor Society, as a reminder, if you have not paid your NHS dues, you need to do so before April 12.  Orders for stoles need to be placed shortly after that date.  Please stop by Mr. Sharp's room, room 404, with payment.

• If you missed taking a portion of your SOL Writing test makeups, they are this morning immediatley following honeroom, lab 601.
• Attention Woodgrvoe Staff & Students:  there will be a coffee house held in room 603 tomorrow morning.  The coffee house is sponsoed by the school newspaper.  Stop by for coffee, hot choco;ate and sweet treat.  You can also pick up a copy of the latest Woodgrove Outlander if you haven't received one.  See you at the coffee house tomorrow!
• Congrats to the Girls Varsity Soccer team on their 2-0 win over Freedom lasst night.  There will be a girls soccer meeting for JV AND Varsity at the starty of open lunch in Room 508
• Good morning!  Just a reminder of our faculty v student basketball game today during FLEX black homeroom teachers have all received an envelope with tickets to sell for $1 at the start of homeroom.  Please collect the money and then send to Room 307 or Main Office.
• Students who signed up with Coach Copley to play in the student faculty basketball game need to report to the Gym at the conclusion of 1st block. The roster will be emailed out so that teachers know who should not be in the Home rooms.  Faculty team members remember to wear your blue tshirt and the students should be wearing a white tshirt.
• Attention senior members of the National Honor Society, as a reminder, if you have not paid your NHS diues, you need to do so before April12.  Orders for stoles need to be placed shortly after that date.  Please stop by Mr. Sharp's room, #404, with payment.
• Seniors if you received a deficiency letter last week you MUST turn in your money and forms by this Fridya March 22nd in order to receive a spring tshirt or go on the class field trip to Kings Dominion.  There will be NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS DEADLINE.
• Seniors, don't forget to sign up in room 200 by April 10th if you are interested in being the "Student Graduation Speaker".  See your english teacher or Mrs. Spicer for more details.
• The girls tennis won their 3rd styraight match yesterday by defeating Loudoun Valley HS by a score 7-2.  Great Job Girls!
• There will be a short meeting of the girls tennis team in room 404 at the beginning of open lunch. 

3/20/13

Seniors, don't forget to sign up in room 200 by April 10th if you are interested in being the "Student Graduation Speaker".  See your english teacher or Mrs. Spicer for more details.