Judges' Docket

All students should report to their first-block class on October 6, Level Up Day, for attendance to be taken.

• Students with late arrival: Please report to school at your regular arrival time and report to the Patsy Cline Theatre for attendance.
• Students whose first-block class is at the IC: Please report to the Patsy Cline Theatre for attendance.

Parents and students are invited to join us for Financial Aid Night at John Handley High School! A representative from Shenandoah University will be in the Patsy Cline Theatre from 6:00–7:00 p.m. to provide helpful information about paying for college, including:

• Completing the FAFSA
• Understanding financial aid
• Scholarships and grants
• Other ways to help pay for college

Whether your student is just beginning to explore college options or is already preparing applications, this is a great opportunity to learn about the financial aid process and ask questions.

📍 JHHS Patsy Cline Theatre
🕡 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Join the Handley Choral Boosters for their upcoming fundraiser- Designer Bag Bingo on Saturday, October 10 at 6:00 PM in the John Handley High School Cafeteria! Doors open at 5:00 PM, with chances to win designer bags from Coach, Vera Bradley, Kate Spade, and Michael Kors, plus basket raffles, door prizes, and food. Click on this link (https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bag-bingo-5 ) or follow the QR code to purchase your ticket and come enjoy a fun evening while supporting the Handley Choir program!

Please see the link to the newsletter (https://bit.ly/3VL6xUF).

We’re thrilled to announce that Laurel Ridge is hosting “Scary FAFSA Nights” at both our Middletown and Warrenton campuses — and your students and their families are invited! It would be great if you can share this information with them.

These events are designed to help students and families conquer their FAFSA fears in a fun, supportive environment. No registration is required — just show up ready to tackle the FAFSA with confidence!

Who: Students & Parents

What: Scary FAFSA Nights
Where: Middletown & Warrenton Campuses

Details: Visit our website for dates, times, and more info

Whether you are just getting started or have questions along the way, we’re here to help make the FAFSA process a little less spooky.

Career Exploration Tour – TREX – October 29, 2026 ⚙️

Since 1996 Trex has invented, defined and perfected the composite deck category, becoming the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking products. Trex offers great starting pay and benefits for multiple manufacturing jobs in Winchester, Virginia. Learn more about their location and view open positions that you can consider for your future here.

We will be taking a field trip to Trex to explore the multiple career opportunities available. This field trip is on October 29th. We will leave from Handley at 845am and be back by 11:30am.

You must sign up to attend here and a signed parent permission form will be required to attend and is due by Friday, October 23. Please see Ms. Weinstein at EGSIC or Ms. Saville in the Counseling Office at JHHS for a form. There are very few spots available and it is on a first come first serve. Please do not sign up unless you can commit to attending and have an interest in this industry.

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Speed Networking Event: November 12, 2026 🤝

SENIORS - Are you undecided about your next steps? Or, do you want to consider a multitude of career paths to help you make an informed decision? You are invited to attend an upcoming event called Speed Networking! This event will be held on Thursday, November 12th at the WPS Central Administration Office: 598 N. Kent St. from 10-130pm.

At this event, you will rotate approximately every 4 minutes between employers to explore local career opportunities available for YOU, learn about career path options and develop professional networking skills. Lunch will be provided to allow for additional networking time.

On October 28th during Extended Second you will be required to attend a Building Your Brand presentation that will have quick tips on professionalism, resumes, etc. This will be during extended second block.

Please sign up here if you would like to attend this event and more information will be sent closer to the date of the event.

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**Please note: All links are internal use only - students must be the ones to complete them from their WPS email. For students to be eligible to attend career exploration opportunities, they must be in good academic standing. i.e. grades, behavior and attendance. For questions about any of these opportunities or to sign up, please visit the link included or reach out to Ms. Weinstein, Work-Based Learning Coach.

For more information regarding clubs, sports, and how to get involved, visit https://www.handleypride.org/

Our teachers are available to help your students Monday through Thursday, 3:15-4:15pm. Please see the teacher hours here.