The BIG Step Transitional Program

Purple&Gold offered a transitional program for incoming freshmen from Kate Collins Middle School this summer! Students were able to be exposed to what is expected of them in high school and got to meet some of they key faculty at the high school.

2012 External Summer Programs

This summer four WHS students participated in two external summer programs! 

three of the four girls after lunch at El Puerto

Two students, Evelyn & Sandra had  the chance to be a part of the Female Institute at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA this summer .  This was a two-week residential program designed to provide intense academic & developmental experience for high school students. They had daily classes in Math, Writing, and History with top tier instructors from across the country. They were able to have a variety of experiences that has encouraged them to work hard this school year with the goal of attending a college/university. 

The other two students Ana & Ana attended the VALHEN Hispanic College Institute at Virginia State University in Petersburg, VA. A pre-college weekend program for Virginia’s high school Hispanic students designed to provide clear and practical college application and financial aid information. The program is based on research and input from Hispanic educators and community leaders. Participating Hispanic role models relate to students’ experiences and challenges, being in some cases, the first in their families to attend college. One of the students mentioned an opportunity to engage with successful Hispanic leaders and that she was informed about her educational opportunities.

We are so proud of you girls!  

P&G Staff

Polyface farm (Day five of week two)

Students went to Polyface farms on the Friday trip!

 A baby rabbit- born that day!

Creative Activity (Day four of week two)

Students walked to local park and identified native plants. After this they created a frame/bookmark with leaves!

Parts of the Cell and the Cell Rap (Day one of week two)

We will be showing the videos of the day activities during the family night at the end of the program!

Luray Cavern & Garden Maze (Day five of week one)

UVA Poplar Ridge Ropes Course (Day four of week one)