Celebrating School Spirit! 2024-2025

Ms. Lovett pictured with students she taught in 1st grade that are graduating this year!

WSHS students with their former first grade teacher Ms. Lovett, standing together in front of a mural at Woodbridge Senior High School, celebrating community and teamwork. Class photo collage of Mrs. Lovett's 1st-grade students, featuring individual student portraits and group pictures.

PWC Delta Sigma Theta Spotlight on Youth celebration

Woodbridge HS was well represented at the PWC Delta Sigma Theta Spotlight on Youth celebration. 5 Vikings either won scholarships or awards. Laila Thomas was recognized with the Minerva Award for outstanding achievements in athletics. Tiffany Todd, Alexandra Lang, Herman Bisrat, and Edriah Quansah were all awarded scholarships for their academic prowess ranging between $2,300 and $6,000.

A group of five female WSHS students, dressed in formal attire, proudly holding certificates and posing with Mr. Adams outdoors.

Congratulations to our 2025 Prom King Caelan Goodwin-Slater, and our Prom Queen Gwen Doughty!

Prom King Caelan Goodwin-Slater and Prom Queen Gwen Doughty poses together on a balcony, wearing formal attire and sashes, with a scenic view of a river and trees in the background.

Countdown to Graduation!

Special thanks to Dunkin' Donuts for providing our Class of 2025 a treat after their graduation meeting!

Dunkin' food truck parked beside a line of students waiting to be served. Dunkin' Donuts truck giving free drinks to students

Four young men in team jerseys pose in front of a food truck, all holding cups of juice. The truck has a pink exterior with the slogan "Brewed to Keep You Running."

Journalism Class Takes a Field Trip to ABC 7!

Ten of Mr. McCarthy's journalism students went on a field trip to ABC 7's studio. They were able to tour the studio and see the practical application of the skills they've been developing. They also got to see the taping of an interview for the afternoon news, and talk with Victoria Sanchez, one of the anchors and reporters from our local ABC 7. It was a fantastic trip!

A news studio setup featuring a large screen displaying the ABC 7 News logo, with staff members engaged in a discussion nearby. A group of diverse students attentively listens to a woman with long gray hair, who is explaining something in a television studio setting.

Students on a studio tour at a television station, observing the broadcasting equipment and set. A group of students posing at the ABC 7 news studio, standing around a round glass news desk with blue and white accents.

Twin Day for Spring Sprit Week!

Administrative Assistants Ms. Mulligan and Ms. Twinned with student, Samantha Klineburger

Administrative Assistants and student pose playfully, sticking out their tongues and making peace signs in a cheerful indoor setting.

WSHS Students Visit Georgetown Law!

Mr. Muhammad and Ms. Falgiano took 21 WSHS students to Georgetown Law as part of our partnership with their Early Outreach Initiative. Students participated in a couple of mock law classes with Georgetown University professors and learned about juvenile and cyber law. It was a wonderful opportunity for our students interested in the legal field.

WSHS students in group photo taken in front of the Law Department monument at Georgetown University, featuring students and faculty members.

Congratulations to our Science Fair Participants!

Woodbridge High School was proudly represented by five students at the Prince William-Manassas Regional Science and Engineering Fair on Saturday, March 22.

In order for these students to be invited to attend the regional fair, they had to present at their school fair and then compete in a virtual round. All Woodbridge students who participated were invited to present their research in-person at the Kelly Leadership Center, where they had the opportunity to share their projects with STEM professionals and experts in their field of research.

Nick Avdalian is recognized for his participation in the Behavioral Sciences category. Julia Shafer (Biochemistry) and Natasha Sharma (Chemistry) were both awarded 3rd Place. Chase Hudson and Ben Soucy (Engineering) were awarded 2nd place and are eligible to represent Woodbridge at the Virginia State Science and Engineering Fair in April. Their project also received special awards from the Society for Automotive Engineers and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

These students were supported along the way by Mrs. Karnbach, our science department chair. Congratulations to all of our students and their amazing mentor for a job well done!

WSHS Students presenting their research project at an academic event, standing next to a display board with charts and images.

WSHS Community Day 2025

SVC Students welcome alumni and the community to visit WSHS!

SVC students stand beside a sign that reads "SVC loves WSHS Alumni," holding a green varsity jacket with "Woodbridge Vikings" embroidered on it.

WSHS SAVE Club promoting "See Something, Say Something"

WSHS SAVE Club students, mentors along with Dr. McDade at the SAVE Promise Club event, standing in front of a colorful backdrop with balloons and the SAVE logo.

Congratulations to our Latest BeMoore Award Recipients!

Naima and Edria emailed Mrs. Abney last summer with an idea top create a mini library to hold crochet and knitting supplies to give away to fellow students. They met with one of our librarians, Mrs. Kelly and Mrs. Abney shortly after the school year began and shared their vision. They have since completed the project and held a ribbon cutting ceremony during advisory on 3.20. The WSHS Crochet Club attended and were able to use some of the supplies that have now been added to the mini library named "Hooks and Needles."

Naima and Edria, thank you for having a positive impact here at WSHS. As you head to college in the Fall, we are confident that "Hooks and Needles" will bring so much joy to Vikings in the years to come.

Congratulations to our February Student & Staff Member of the Month!

Mrs. Vasquez serves as our Employ teacher this year and she has done an incredible job creating the Viking Cafe to provide students with job skills to promote student learning and postsecondary success. Along the way she has applied for and received grants to support this growing program at WSHS.

Joshua Hawkins is a founding member of the Viking Cafe staff where he has helped create the advertising campaign while also promoting this meal delivery service to staff. He has been a wonderful leader in the Employ class!

Congratulations, Mrs. Vasquez and Josh!

Ms. Vasquez and Joshua Hawkins proudly holding student and staff member of the month certificates, with one wearing a playful Viking helmet.

WSHS Robotics Hosts the Virginia State Championship for Middle School Students

WSHS hosted the 2025 VEX VR5 Middle School State Championship on March 8th. The event was a success all around and our robotics teams enjoyed the event hosting experience!

To see photos from the event, check out the photographer profiles here and here. [Links open in a new tab]

Congratulations to our Culinary Team for their hard work and dedication in the Culinary Challenge at Hayfield Secondary School!

Congratulations to the Swim and Dive Team for their performance at States.

Aiden Grendysz placed 2nd in the 100 fly and 3rd for the 200 free with a new school record.

Donovan White placed 10th in the 100 breaststroke with a new school record and he placed 16th for the 200 IM.

Caleb Evans, Matthew Makin, Logan Gardiner, and Adam Fisher placed 16th for the boys 200 Freestyle Relay.

Chase Hudson placed 15th for Diving.

WSHS male swimmers pose together at a swimming competition, wearing swim caps and goggles, with towels draped over their shoulders.

Aiden Grendysz, a swimmer, poses in a team jacket, celebrating achievements at the Class 6 States Swimming Championship, including record-breaking times in the 100 Fly and 200 Free.

Image featuring a swimmer, Donovan White, celebrating his achievements at the Class 6 Swim Championship, including 10th place in the 100 Breaststroke with a new school record and 16th place in the 200 IM.

Congratulations to the Track Team for their accomplishments at Day 1 of The State Championships at Virginia Beach.

The 4x800 Relay of Cam McDuffie, Owen Renquist, Shareef Elfadil, and Hayden Goodman took silver against a competitive field.

On the field, sophomore Nelson Telleria threw 49’ 4” in shot to receive all-state honors, and rank fifth on the all-time Woodbridge throws list.

BIPOC Mental Health Event Hosted by NAMI!

A panel discussion featuring four speakers, seated on stage, discussing a topic in front of an audience. Two students sitting behind a table displaying information and promotional materials related to NAMI on Campus, wearing shirts that read "NOBODY GOES SOLO."

Two men standing next to a display board promoting the Black Student Union, featuring event details and a collage of images. A golden retriever in a service vest sits with three people in an auditorium setting.

Graduating senior JROTC Cadets from the Woodbridge Senior High School Viking Battalion accepted offers and signed with sports teams of their chosen college/university. MJ Waldera accepted Penn State New Kensington’s offer to play Baseball; Sarina Gunn accepted an athletic scholarship for NAIA Wrestling at University of the Cumberlands, Williamsburg, KY; and Sophia Mitolo accepted an Athletic Scholarship for Rowing at La Salle University, Philadelphia, PA.

A group photo of four individuals posing together, including students wearing school spirit shirts and two staff members in uniforms, in front of a Woodbridge Vikings backdrop.

JROTC Raider Team is Ready for Action! The 2024-25 JROTC Raider Team was commanded by Cadet Matthew Lopez leading them to competition victories at Orange County High School, Pocahontas State Park, and Gar-Field High School.

Group photo of the Woodbridge Raiders team in camouflage uniforms, standing confidently against a dramatic stormy background. WSHS JROTC Cadets at competition at Gar-Field High School. WSHS JROTC Raider Team.

JROTC Cadets Take Washington DC! Each year the Viking Battalion JROTC Cadets get to attend the AUSA Conference in Washington, DC. A few fortunate cadets got to meet and have lunch with Brigadier General Amanda I. Azubuike, Chief of Public Affairs for the United States Army.

WSHS JROTC cadets got to meet and have lunch with Brigadier General Amanda I. Azubuike, Chief of Public Affairs for the United States Army WSHS JROTC Cadets at AUSA Conference in DC

JROTC Drone Team takes Cadets to new Heights! 2024-25 saw the WSHS JROTC program stand up its first Drone Team. Commanded by Cadet Lavanya Sood, the team was ready for a challenging fight at the Battle of the Bridge competition.

Four cadets in military camouflage uniforms pose at a table with orange equipment cases and other items. WSHS JROTC students working on drone in the battle of the bridge competition.

JROTC Cadets got to participate in a field trip to the United States Army Museum at Fort Belvoir. There they got to see many military artifacts throughout our nation's history.

WSHS JROTC cadets and officials posing in front of the Department of the Army seal, with American flags in the background. WSHS JROTC poses in front of a tank exhibit at a museum.

Congratulations to our Woodbridge Cheerleaders for Competing in Nationals at Disney World in Florida!

WSHS Cheerleaders in front of ESPN World of Sports statue at the nationals competition in Orlando Florida. WSHS Cheerleaders posing on Main Street in Magic Kingdom at Disney World in Florida with Cinderella's Castle in the background.

Group photo of the WSHS cheerleading team in front of a large globe sculpture at a cheer competition. WSHS Cheerleaders posing in front of Disney's All Star Jazz Resort Sign.

Congratulations to our class of 2025 Woodbridge Cheerleaders on their Senior Night.

WSHS cheerleaders in green and gold uniforms poses together on a gymnasium floor, alongside a woman in a gray jacket. WSHS Cheerleaders gathered on a gymnasium floor, holding framed photos and celebrating a special event, with a scoreboard displaying a colorful image above them.

WSHS Cheerleaders in front of score board on Senior Night.

Students from our NHS joined residents of the Lake Ridge Fellowship House for "Love Thy Neighbor" event to spread love on Valentine's Day with homemade cards from our NHS members.

WSHS National Honor Society Students creating valentines for Love Thy Neighbor event. A young woman stands with two elderly ladies at a table, engaging in a community activity surrounded by plants.

A joyful older woman poses with two young men in front of a backdrop decorated with hearts. A young man and an elderly woman engage in a heartfelt activity together, with the woman writing on a card decorated with hearts.

Students Enjoying Art your Heart Out in the Library on 2.13

Teenage girls engaging in a creative activity at a library, holding handmade cards and smiling around a table. WSHS Students participating in Art your Heart out

Participants engaging in a creative crafting workshop, working on various crafting projects at a table. Two young women wearing hijabs proudly hold up their creative keychain crafts. One woman is displaying a colorful bunny design while the other shows a playful panda keychain.

Our National Honor Society officers went to Chicago, Illinois to learn and grow at the NASSP Conference.

A speaker presents to a large audience seated in a conference hall, with a colorful visual displayed on a screen. NHS students outside in Chicago

Group of six students wearing matching t-shirts posing in front of a conference backdrop featuring the NASSP logo.

Army JROTC class of 2025 cadets signing with their perspective college/university "NO SLACK NO EXCUSES!" Good luck guys.

Two uniformed officers standing beside a young woman in a La Salle sweatshirt, who is signing a document at a table adorned with flowers. A student athlete signs a commitment letter for Penn State, surrounded by proud coaches and displaying the school flag, while wearing a team jersey.

A group photo of four individuals posing together in front of a Woodbridge Vikings banner, showcasing school spirit and unity. A student athlete, Sarina Gunn, proudly sits at a table showcasing her commitment to the University of the Cumberlands for wrestling, surrounded by supportive figures and promotional materials.

WSHS Counselors Recognized during National Counseling Week!

Group photo of school staff members expressing gratitude to their counselor, featured in a hallway decorated for Black History Month.

Town of Occoquan Declares 2/10-2/14 WSHS FBLA Week!

WSHS FBLA members attended the Occoquan Town Hall Meeting where it was declared that WSHS FBLA week is next week in the town of of Occoquan! Pictured here are our very own Sophie Robinson, SaVanna Jackson, and one of our FBLA sponsors- Mr. Wayland. Not pictured: Mrs. Estoclet.

A group of people standing together in a council chamber, posing with a certificate or award.

Boys and Girls Track Teams Wrap-up an Amazing Season!

The track team wrapped up the Cardinal District Championships with the Lady Vikings earning fourth place and the boys defending their title. The boys team won with 207 points, beating second place Colgan by over 100 points!

A group of six female athletes stands together on a sports field, wearing team apparel and smiling for the camera. A group of high school athletes proudly poses on a football field, holding a trophy and celebrating a victory.

Black Student Union Visits African American History Museum and the MLK Memorial

Our Black Student Union visited the African American History museum and also had a chance to stop by the MLK memorial.

A group of people posing in front of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial statue.

Woodbridge opens PWCS' first Student Voices Center!

A group of five individuals, including a person in a viking mascot costume, stand in front of a colorful banner for the "Student Voice Center." Group of five people, including a mascot in a Viking costume, posing in front of a "Student Voice Center" sign.

Woodbridge wins First place on Feb 1 at VHSL One Act Competition.

Congratulations to our VHSL Troupe!

Group photo of WSHS VHSL team celebrating with a trophy, gathered in an indoor setting with brick walls.

WSHS Robotics Competes at Sugar Rush

Woodbridge Robotics Team competing at Sugar Rush in Hershey, PA, for a shot at the world championships during last weekend of Winter Break.

The WSHS Robotics Team wearing matching green team shirts poses proudly in front of a colorful "Sugar Rush" backdrop at a robotics tournament.

WSHS Orchestra Performs with PWCS All County Orchestra

Students from the Woodbridge Orchestra and Band performed for the PWCS All County Orchestra event Jan. 24 and 25 they’re were a part of two different orchestras and had a wonderful performance with students from all over the county.

WSHS musicians in formal attire poses together with string instruments, showcasing camaraderie and celebration.

Congratulations to our Class or 2025 Wrestler's on their Senior Night!

WSHS senior wrestlers, some holding roses, pose together in a gymnasium, celebrating senior night.

School Board Honors WSHS for Achieving the Boronze Medal AP Honor Roll

WSHS Staff and PWCS School Board poses together in a conference room, honoring their achievement of AP Honor Roll in the Bronze category in a formal setting.

Congratulations to our December Staff and Student of the Month!

Congratulations to Nicole Healey and Von Medley as our December Staff Members of the Month. Mrs. Healey and Mr. Medley are the DECA sponsors and under their leadership, WSHS DECA has the highest number of students advancing to state competition - the most in WSHS DECA history. They have effectively grown DECA over the years and are developing leaders through the opportunities they provide our students.

We would also like to congratulate Nate Demelash. He serves as the District President and his leadership has impacted students at WSHS, PWCS, and beyond. He has accomplished so much through his involvement with DECA and he models professionalism and leadership through his everyday actions.

December staff and students of the month, Nicole Healey, Von Medley and Nate Demalash, wearing Viking helmets proudly hold certificates in front of a bulletin board displaying various achievements and information.

Winter Spirit Week 2024!

The day before Winter Break, students enjoyed our annual concert put on by our performing arts department. Thank you Orchestra, Dance, Chorus and Band for sharing your spirit with us before we set off for break!

A large group photo of a diverse choir, orchestra, dance and band students, dressed in formal attire and festive holiday outfits, smiling together on a gymnasium floor.

A dance performance featuring four dancers in colorful costumes on a gymnasium court, with an audience seated in the bleachers watching intently. A group of female musicians in black dresses playing violins during a holiday concert.

A high school choir performing onstage, dressed in black attire, with a conductor leading them. A school band performs in front of a packed audience in a gymnasium, showcasing a variety of brass instruments.

November Staff and Students of the Month!

The Student Voices Committee and their sponsor standing together in a school hallway, dressed in festive holiday attire and sweaters.

Congratulations to our November Staff Member and Students of the Month! Juli Scheel is the Student Voice sponsor and along with Storm Alho, Kathryn Haddock, Adom Opuku-Saama, and Ava Schelling, they have elevated student voice at WSHS as leaders of our Student Voice committee. They are viewed as exemplars in PWCS for the work they are doing and we are so proud of their leadership here at WSHS and beyond.

Winter Orchestra Concert, 2024!

Woodbridge Senior high School's orchestra performing on stage, featuring musicians in black attire with a conductor leading the ensemble.

Congratulations to our BeMoore Award Recipient, Grace Purevdorj Batmagnai

Grace is a senior at WSHS and when she recently met two students who had arrived from another country (speaking no English), Grace took them under her wing and helped them acclimate not only to the United States, but also to WSHS. Grace has became a mentor to these siblings and they now they proudly call her a friend.

Sometimes it is the smallest gestures that have the biggest impact. Grace, thank you for going above and beyond in this situation and helping these students navigate a difficult transition.

Grace receiving her BeMoore Award from Ms. Abney and being congratulated by WSHS teachers and librarians.

DECA Students Sharing Thanks for Thanksgiving

Last week our DECA members enjoyed making cards for residents at a local assisted living community for Thanksgiving!

DECA Students making Thanksgiving cards Cards made by DECA Students for assisted living facility sharing Thanksgiving greetings.

Congratulations to Helen Teddy for Receiving the latest BeMoore Award!

Helen is a student in Mrs. Genest's Creative Writing II class and she was encouraged to submit her poem to a local contest. Helen ended up winning an award from Prince William County Public Library's Creative Arts Contest for her poem, entitled, "Kitchen Floor".

Her writing touched not only those in her class who had a chance to read it, but also her family and now with this award, her poetry has touched others in Prince William County.

Helen, thank you for having a positive impact on so many. To read her poem, 'kitchen floor' click here! [Link opens in a new tab]

Helen Teddy with her creative writing teacher, Ms. Genest

Congratulations to our National Honor Society Chapter Officers!

President: Segolene Nguyen
Vice President: Natalie Parrott
Treasurer: Fernanda Carrasco
Secretary: Megan Bowling
Historian: Sarah Tamai

And a special thank you to our NHS sponsor, Mrs. Lamb.

Mrs. Abneey with NHS officers: President: Segolene Nguyen Vice President: Natalie Parrott Treasurer: Fernanda Carrasco Secretary: Megan Bowling Historian: Sarah Tamai

Congratulations to our Cross Country STATE Champions!!

WSHS Cross country team on podium after their state win

Photo Credit: InsideNOVA

Congratulations the WSHS Football Team for Earning the title of Cardinal District Champions!

WSHS Football team celebrating the win WSHS football ball boys Henry and Jack Millette with football player Mark Crunkilton at the District Championship game.

Congratulations to our Staff & Student of the Month for October!

Out Student of the Month is Penelope Nowell-Shortt (seen here with her counselor, Mrs. Dickens). Penny went above and beyond recently to encourage eligible WSHS students to register to vote. She was featured in a PWCS news story and later in a WTOP news story. She is also our senior class president and is doing so much to support the Class of 2025 as they finish their last year as Vikings. Congratulations, Penny! [Link opens in a new tab]

Penelope Nowell-Shortt (seen here with her counselor, Mrs. Dickens)

Our Staff Member of the Month is Cem Sahin. Mr. Sahin is our building engineer and does so much more to support our school community. When renovations began this summer, it was Cem who helped manage all of the various projects, providing guidance since the workers assigned here were not familiar with our building. Additionally, whenever he is called to help a staff member with an issue, he jumps right in and gets the job done- no questions asked! Congratulations, Cem!

Congratulations to our Regional Champions!

2024 WSHS Regional Champion Cross Country Team

Volleyball Senior Night!

Amazing Race 2024!

On October 9th, Seniors participated in our annual Amazing Race!

The winners of the Amazing Race are:

Capitol side:

3rd: Team BRAT- Hallman

2nd: Victoria's Secrets- McClintock

1st: Party Hardies- Watts

Lincoln side:

3rd: Exploradores- LaPlant

2nd: The Sassy Speedsters- Reed

1st: Knepp's Disciples- Knepp

Congratulations to all who participated!

Woodbridge High School Amazing Race teams in D.C.

Gifted Students Take Field Trip to the Natural History Museum in DC

Freshman students in the gifted program took a field trip to the Natural History Museum in DC and were able to participate in a Q?rius lab, using artifacts from the museum's collection to practice elements of the scientific method.

Gifted students participating in a lab at the Museum of Natural History in D.C.

Congrats to our Vikettes for Placing at the UCA Regional Competition!

Cheer had a great day at the UCA Regional competition held at Deep Run High School!

Varsity cheer took 1st in the game day division and earned a bid to Nationals. Additionally, varsity took third in the VHSL division. JV cheer took second!

On October 1, Varsity cheer also took second at the Statesman Showdown at Marshall High school.

UCA Division Winners! WSHS Cheer Team, the Vikettes

Congratulations to DECA for Placing at the Virginia State Fair!

50 of our WSHS DECA students attended DECA Day at the Virginia State Fair. It was a highly successful event, providing our members with the opportunity to compete and showcase their skills!

Team Competitions:

1st Place: Naomi Gullet & Taylor White, Hamea Imran & Sajid Malek, Micah Ray & Leah Lopez
2nd Place: Adrina Owens and Arsema Getachew
3rd Place: Ayan Ahmed & Christian Kiros

Individual Competitions:

1st Place: Sophie Robinson
2nd Place: Nate Demelash

Congratulations to all our participants for their achievements!

Congratulations to our Varsity Boys Cross-Country (XC) Team!

Congratulations to the varsity Bridge XC boys!

The team was one of 40 teams to be selected to compete in the Race of Champions at the Great American XC Festival in North Carolina.

Leading the charge was Hayden Goodman who placed 8th, earning top 10 finisher honors!

Shareef Elfadil was the second man in followed by Owen Renquist, Deaven Roberts, Cameron McDuffie and Bradley Johnson.

Huge congrats to Hayden Goodman who currently is ranked #1 in the 6A state rankings!

Boys Varsity Cross-Country Team Hayden Goodman

Woodbridge High School Students Shine at National Leadership Competition

Nat Derese and Nate Demelash both competed at the National level as finalists in their respective events. After a round of objective testing, they both went on to the final round of role-play events, and both placed in the TOP 10 IN THE NATION!

Nat placed 8^th overall in "Sports and Entertainment Managment," and Nate placed 6^th overall in "Marketing".

They both earned recognition on stage and will be receiving an award from the National FBLA office for their outstanding performance and I and the other WSHS FBLA advisors are so proud of all their hard work and accomplishments this year.

Check out the PWCS highlight of their Achievement here. [Link opens in a new tab]

Nate and Nat at Universal Studios while at competition