Bridge Bulletin: 11.7.2026

I woke up this morning to make a few edits to this weekly newsletter before it went out since we made history last night as Vikings! We have so much to celebrate. 🥳

With a win against Forest Park last night, our volleyball team is HEADED TO STATES for the first time since 1998 and I could not be happier for this team. When you watch them play, you can see how much they pour into each set and how much they genuinely love playing with one another. Our first stop in this journey will be the Regional Championship game on Tuesday night at 6:00 p.m. at Colonial Forge. If you want to see some incredible volleyball and a group of girls that are just so fun to watch, please join us for this BIG game. We need our fans there!

And just as the volleyball game came to an end last night, our football team was inching towards a victory against Gar-Feld. We are officially DISTRICT CHAMPIONS for the third year in a row! And I just learned through InsideNova that this is the first time we have won three straight district championships since 1965! Please join us next Friday night at 7:00 p.m. as we host Gar-Field for the first round of Regionals! For those of you who have been in the Woodbridge area for awhile, the Woodbridge vs Gar-Field rivalry continues and our football team is ready to claim another W!

Student Ambassadors play an important role in creating welcoming, connected, and supportive school communities. The 2026 PWCS Student Ambassador Convening on November 3 brought peer leaders together to share experiences, exchange ideas, build relationships, and strengthen their leadership skills. Through interactive sessions and conversations, participants explored ways to use their voices, support their peers, strengthen their Student Ambassador Programs, and turn ideas into meaningful action in their schools and beyond. Pictured here: Mrs. Ayala, Trinity Abbott, Mrs. Etienne, Mr. Roberts, Johanna Jarrett, Gabriella Barrientos, and Melinisis Diop.

In honor of the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces, including members of the Woodbridge High School staff who continue to serve our community by educating and inspiring young people, the Woodbridge High School administrative team will host a Veterans Day Breakfast on November 10 in the JROTC classroom.

The breakfast will be held from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.

The Woodbridge High School administration extends its sincere appreciation to the WSHS PSO for generously sponsoring this event. We would also like to recognize First Sergeant Jackson (Retired), Lieutenant Colonel Osborn (Retired), and our JROTC cadets for their leadership and support in making this special event possible.

We look forward to honoring and celebrating the following veterans who are members of our Woodbridge High School community:

Our Veterans

• John Benner | United States Army

• Purcell Braxton | United States Navy

• Theresa Chandler | United States Air Force

• Michael Daughtry | United States Marine Corps

• Daniel Jackson | United States Army

• Rebecca Lenox | United States Air Force

• Jesus Moreno | United States Navy

• Douglas Osborn | United States Army

• Garth Porter | United States Army

• Leandra Spivey | United States Army

• Robert Talent | United States Navy

To all who have served, thank you for your service, sacrifice, and continued dedication to our country.

Student safety is our greatest priority, and it is also a community effort. When driving onto campus in the morning, always follow the directions of security and administrative staff. Drivers should ensure car headlights are on, drive slowly, and watch for pedestrians. Student drop-off is highly encouraged on the stadium parking lot side (Antietam Drive). Pedestrians should be alert and not looking at phones when walking through parking lots, and they should not walk between buses. Together, we can start the day safely.

On October 29, seniors previewed the updated WSHS Graduation attire and learned how to order graduation attire through Jostens, our graduation supplier. The Class of 2027 will be the first in Woodbridge history to wear custom stoles with their green caps and gowns when they receive their diplomas! Please see the Graduating Class webpage for more information.

📣 Attention Students! If you need extra support in Math, English, Science, History, or Spanish, help is available! Come to the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 2:20 PM to get the academic assistance you need. No need to sign up, just show up! Students should report to the library upon arrival, where they will be directed to the correct location based on the subject in which they need assistance. If you need help in more than one subject, that's perfectly fine. You may move between subjects once you have finished receiving help in each area.

⚠️ Important: Students will not be permitted to remain in the library or other areas simply to study independently or work with friends. This year, sessions are designated for after-school tutorials, so students must be actively receiving academic assistance from staff.

🚍 After-school buses are provided for students residing in the WSHS district, so transportation will not be an issue.

Take advantage of this opportunity to get the support you need, stay on track, and succeed! 📚✨

Apprenticeship & Trade School Fair

Students are invited to learn about exciting career pathways after high school at our Apprenticeship & Trade School Fair on Friday, November 20, during all lunch periods. Representatives from apprenticeship programs, the military and trade schools will be available to answer questions and provide information about training opportunities, careers, and postsecondary options.No registration is required to attend the fair during lunch.Students are encouraged to bring a copy of their resume to share with employers and program representatives.

Juniors & Seniors also have the opportunity to attend special informational sessions with the following organizations below. Registration is required for these sessions through Naviance. We encourage all students interested in skilled trades, technical training, apprenticeships, and career-focused education opportunities to take advantage of these events and explore pathways that can lead directly to rewarding careers.

Lincoln Tech (Trade School) November 19 at 9:00 AM

The Apprenticeship School November 20 at 9:30 AM

Upcoming HBCU college fairs:

Nov. 13–14 – 24th Annual ASBC HBCU Fest

Connect with 70+ colleges and universities and explore on-the-spot admissions, application fee waivers, scholarships, academic programs, and more.
Nov. 13 | 4–8 p.m. – Virtual
Nov. 14 | 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. – In person at The St. James in Springfield + virtual option
Registration is required for students and parents. Register Here

Save the Date: February 20, 2027

The Prince William County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, will be hosting an in-person HBCU College and Career Fair on Saturday, February 20 from 9:30am-12:30pm at Potomac Senior High School. This event is free and open to the community. Students and parents-guardians in grades 9-12 are encouraged to attend. Students will have the opportunity to engage with over 30 HBCU representatives to discuss academic programs, application requirements, student life, and other aspects of collegiate preparation. In addition, students will be able to browse college related resource tables. Registration is now open, and the QR, along with additional details, can be found on the flyer below. Registration is required and requested to be completed in advance.

Below is a PDF version of our Green and Gold Calendar through the end of marking period 2.

November 11: Veteran's Day: No School for Students/Staff.

November 25, 26, 27: Thanksgiving Break: No School for Students/Staff.

Mark your calendars to attend the WSHS PSO Holiday Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 21stfrom 9 am – 3pm. Get some holiday shopping done while supporting local small businesses and WSHS clubs. Food vendors and concessions will also be available. Also help our community by bring some canned goods or toiletries to support the ACTS Food Pantry. See the flyer for more specific information.

WSHS Viking Spirit Blanket– Preorders Open! The Vikings Athletic Booster Club is excited to kick off our Spirit Blanket Fundraiser! We are selling custom WSHS Viking Spirit Blankets for $25 each. These blankets are perfect for staying warm during chilly game nights, showing your Viking pride at school events, or even giving as a holiday gift. All proceeds from the fundraiser help VABC continue supporting our student-athletes and athletic programs throughout the school year. Preorders are open now through November 25. We anticipate the blankets arriving in mid-December, depending on production and shipping times. Once they arrive, orders can be picked up at the WSHS Spirit Store on Fridays or from Mrs. Kari Lane in the Activities Director’s Office. We’ll send an update when orders are ready for pickup. Preorder your blanket today. All proceeds support WSHS Athletics and our student athletes.

Our Spirit Store, open on Fridays during lunch, is entirely volunteer run, and we need your help! It's a great way to meet other parents and help spread school spirit while supporting our Athletes! Please sign up for a shift that fits your schedule! Don't have a Friday available, but want to get involved with the Boosters? Email us at gowoodbridge@gmail.com and we'll be happy to put your talents to good use.

Finally, the Viking Athletic Booster Club is looking for businesses to partner with as sponsors for the 2026-2027 school year! Your business's donations can help to support either a specific team, or the Athletics program as a whole! If you are interested, please email us for more details.

Please visit the Woodbridge Athletics website for all game schedules, scores, team information, and more! [Link opens in a new tab]