School News Stories

Published on February 4, 2026
Happy National School Counseling Week! 💙 Thank you to our incredible school counselors for supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth every day. We appreciate all you do! 
Published on December 31, 2025
Students at West Point Elementary School teamed up with local soldiers Dec. 11 to create handmade holiday cards for service members deployed overseas, spreading cheer during the holiday season.Led by art teacher June Webb, the initiative brought volu...
Published on December 17, 2025
A HUGE shoutout to our awesome PTO for the amazing cookie table! From sweet treats to big smiles, you truly made our day extra sweet. 
Published on December 11, 2025
A huge shoutout to Mrs. Matthews for creating the most magical Balloon Gingerbread House Arch! Every festive detail—made entirely from balloons—adds so much joy and sparkle to the season. 🎄🍬😍Thank you, Mrs. Matthews, for sharing your ama...
Published on December 8, 2025
Our amazing second graders brought history to life as they presented “The First Thanksgiving” to parents and fellow students! With wonderful storytelling, expressive performances, and lots of enthusiasm, they helped us all remember the importance...
Published on November 17, 2025
Dressed as wizards, crayons and adventurous pups, students at West Point Elementary School paraded around the campus bus loop on Oct. 31, transforming a crisp fall morning into a celebration of stories and imagination during the annual Storybook Character Parade.
Published on September 29, 2025
All students are invited to dress as a storybook character and participate in the Storybook Character Parade from 9:30 - 10:00 AM!
Published on September 5, 2025
Next week, we will observe Patriot Day at WPES by wearing red, white, and blue on Thursday, September 11. We will also observe a moment of silence as a school. 
Published on September 4, 2025
We’re excited to launch our SAC Committee at West Point Elementary School this year—and we’d love for you to be a part of it!We’re looking for three parents and three staff members to join our board as voting members. The SAC is made up...
Published on August 7, 2025
We pride ourselves in providing healthy delicious meals to your student. Our lunches are USDA and National School Lunch Program approved, and ready to fuel your child, so they can continue to conquer their classes.
Published on May 13, 2025
Join us on Friday, May 23, for this annual field day! Your partnership is valued and requested for a successful field day! The links provided by PTO are ready for you to choose your session time.
Published on May 4, 2025
On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, the Robotics Club from WPES and WPMS gathered for a friendly competition, showcasing their impressive skills and teamwork.
Published on May 4, 2025
In support of the WPES Book Club's annual event, the Quarter 4 AAPS LOS1 lessons embraced themes of innovation, technology, STEM job attributes, space exploration topics, and problem-solving skills. The school-wide chosen book, A Rover's Story, perfectly complemented the DoDEA curricular topics planned by Mrs. Taplin for Quarter 4 to coplan and to coteach with Grades K - 5.
Published on April 30, 2025
Check out the galleries of photos! The 5th Annual WPES Book Club has once again proven to be a valuable and memorable experience for our students, igniting their passion for exploration and discovery. 
Published on April 10, 2025
Coming to you live.... These students at WPES employed their skills from the Morning News Broadcast club to record the highlighted work in each grade level neighborhood like a simulcasted sporting event.
Published on April 9, 2025
As you walk down the WPES hallway, keep an eye out for our vibrant Gallery Art Walk, specially curated for grades K-5.
Published on April 8, 2025
The highly anticipated events of the spring are here! WPES Student Council's event - Movie Night - is back for families to gather in watching this year's chosen movie. This movie night pairs nicely with this year's chosen book.
Published on April 12, 2024
In April to celebrate the Month of the Military Child and School Library Month, WPES offers the Bulldog Book Club.
Published on March 6, 2025
Here is how you can join in with the WPES Spirit Week! We are celebrating our National Blue Ribbon School recognition and our student success. At later date, student council will plan a parade involving the community!
Published on March 5, 2025
Art to Remember order forms are arriving to WPES this March 14, 2025. Please check out this quick video to make your order easy. An updated timeline of ordering and receiving the products is posted here!
Published on February 2, 2025
The February 14th deadline is approaching to nominate a teacher in the Mid Atlantic Schools DoDEA Teacher of the Year program. Highlight a teacher for their work that goes above and beyond, and that prepares your child in the best possible way for student excellence every day.
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