Peter Balas
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Principal of Wakefield High School in Arlington, VA.
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Safety, teamwork and trust define
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TJ Johnson. His servant leadership keeps our schools safe and strong. đĄïžâ
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Jeffersonâs
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Ms. T leads with passion, builds community and amplifies every voice through music. You inspire us all, Ms. T! đ”â
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So glad to be working with my friend in Chicago at ALAS! She is a trailblazer and Immediate Past President of NSPRA!
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Everyone gets to play at
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Program opens sports to students of all abilities
At Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia, Thursday evening, News4âs Joseph Olmo saw a program in action that makes sure students of all abilities get the chance to play.
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/northern-virginia/program-opens-sports-to-students-of-all-abilities/4000124/
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Wakefield High School
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#WarriorNation
-- don't forget: NO SCHOOL TOMORROW, OCTOBER 2ND. We'll see you back here on Friday at your regularly scheduled time đ
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Wakefield High School
2 months ago
Does your child have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? Then come and meet your child's Case Carrier at our Meet and Greet on Thursday, August 21st, from 11:00-12:30 in the Wakefield Cafeteria!Â
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Lots happening on Thurs, Aug 21 at Wakefield HS: - Open House & Activities Fair - 11AM - Case Carrier Meet-and-Greet - 11AM - MacBook Distribution - 1PM - 6PM - Orientation - 6PM
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Wendy BermĂșdez
3 months ago
We had a fantastic time at the VADLEN DLI Leadership Institute!Shoutout to our very own Jessica Salvador for being an outstanding panelistâshe shared powerful insights on what it means to be a DLI school leader!đĄđ
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Edutopia
3 months ago
âIntentional onboarding of assistant principals is not a luxuryâitâs a necessity. Done well, it is a schoolwide investment in leadership stability, staff morale, and student outcomes.â đ«
#SchoolLeaders
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Effective Onboarding for Assistant Principals
Empowering new leaders begins with a detailed plan, well-defined roles, and open communication.
https://edut.to/4m5KO1C
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Was so great talking to the leaders who came before me and made Wakefield what it is today! Thank you, Principal Djouadi, Principal Jackson and Principal Willmore. There are almost 40 years of Wakefield Leadership here!
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Congratulations on your retirement, Dan Harris! You will be missed
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Wakefield HS Graduation 2026 - Announced!
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Dr. Francisco DurĂĄn
5 months ago
Congratulations to the Wakefield High School Class of 2025! Youâve shown resilience, heart and Warrior pride every step of the way. As you move forward, carry your voice and values with you. Weâre excited for your future!
#APSGrads25
#OneTeamOneAPS
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Arlington Public Schools
5 months ago
Bryant Gultom | Wakefield From TSA competitions to engineering excellence, Bryant made big moves at Wakefield! Now heâs off to James Madison University to take his talents even further. Letâs hear it for Bryant! đđ
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Kagan Publishing and Professional Development
6 months ago
Still calling on one student at a time? Tired of doing all the talking? Kagan strategies break the lecture habit and put students at the center of learning. Say goodbye to passive learning and hello to full-class participation đ
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Kristie
6 months ago
đ Senior Spotlight: Class of 2025 đ All May long, weâre spotlighting our incredible seniors leading up to graduation on June 4! Follow along as we feature 2â3 students weekly to celebrate their achievements and post-grad plansâcollege, military, workforce, or a gap year!
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Kristie
6 months ago
Meet Sailiâa future materials scientist with a passion for sustainability, ice hockey, guitar, and lifelong friendships! đđđž
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Kristie
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Meet Naserâan aspiring mechanical engineer with big dreams, a curious mind, and a love for deep conversations and frisbee with friends. âïžđŹđ„
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Kristie
6 months ago
Meet Saronâa future physician assistant whose determination, compassion, and unforgettable bond with Ms. Ramisa have shaped her journey. â€ïžđ©đœââïžđ
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Kristie
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Meet Kendrick
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Kristie
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Meet Luigi
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Meet Val
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Ms. Buzzi - We are grateful for you!
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Ms. Abrams - We are grateful for you!
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Mr. Arango - We are grateful for you!
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Mr. Babichenko - We are grateful for you!
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Thank you to all organizers and volunteers of our Prom Dress Boutique! 75 prom dresses were sold to our students for 5$ each!!
6 months ago
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Who is coming to the opening of Little Shop of Horrors?? April 25 & 26, May 2 & 3 here at Wakefield HS!
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Formals for Five Prom Boutique up and running! Over 50 students have already found their prom attire. Open to all Wakefield students!
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The Washington Post
7 months ago
Itâs more than two decades since a feud began between two of the pop worldâs biggest stars. But now Madonna and Elton John have made peace. âWe Finally Buried the Hatchet!!!â Madonna posted on Instagram on Monday.
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Madonna and Elton John have âburied the hatchetâ after decades-long feud
Elton John famously accused Madonna of lip-synching in 2004. On Monday, she posted a photo of the pair and hinted that a collaboration may be in the cards.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/2025/04/08/madonna-elton-john-end-feud/?utm_campaign=wp_main&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky
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Wakefield High School
7 months ago
*PROM TICKET SALES START TODAY* From today, April 8th, through May 8th (or until tickets are sold out), SENIORS can buy prom tickets during all lunches in Town Hall. See the WHS Student Resources Course or Canvas Class or 2025 Course announcements for more information and links!
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Congratulations for SSC Muse for being recognized as the School Security Coordinator of the Month.
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Kristie
7 months ago
Wakefieldâs Heritage Assembly brought cultures together in a vibrant celebration of diversity! Students proudly showcased traditional attire, flags, & performances, honoring their heritage and sharing their stories. A powerful reminder of the beauty in our differences and the strength in our unity!
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Wakefield students and Mr. Cabana sit down with Pamela Brown to talk cell phone policy! Check out the segment that aired today on
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The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer. Will be on again 5pm-7pm tonight on The Lead with Jake Tapper. Proud Wakefield HS Principal!
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Check out Wakefield in the news!
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âIt was so freeingâ: How a cellphone ban is changing life at a Virginia high school | CNN
Wakefield High School is part of a pilot program requiring students to put their phones inside magnetic locking pouches every morning. Students â and teachers â are happy with the results so far.
https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/02/us/school-cellphone-ban-virginia/index.html
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Dr. Francisco DurĂĄn
7 months ago
Congratulations to our Posse and Questbridge scholars who earned full four-year scholarships to attend their college of choice! You make APS proud.
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Honoring APS Posse Scholars at tonightâs School Board meeting! Especially proud of Wakefieldâs own Tully!!
7 months ago
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Today was heavy. Said goodbye to a good friend and an amazing mother. Stephanie not only taught me about special education more than any course could, she taught me about ABILITY. RIP Friend.
7 months ago
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Today, March 25, 2025, marks 40 years at Wakefield High School for Boramy Nginn!! Thank you for celebrating with us today and honoring her dedication for her students. Thanks Delegate Alfonso LĂłpez for recognizing her years of service!
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Scoping out prom venues with the Class of 2026!
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Wakefield High School
8 months ago
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The AP Exam Schedule, with test-day information, is NOW POSTED on the WHS Student Canvas Resource Course at the bottom of the main page. Click the AP TESTING button or the link in the announcements for more!
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Still time to take teh Your Voice Matters survey!! Our family participation rate is low - Please help spread the word.
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Wakefield High School
8 months ago
Happy National School Social Work Week! đâš Shoutout to our amazing school social workers who go above and beyond every day to support students, families, and community.
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What a WOW night for Wakefield student artists!! Super proud of our kids and our amazing art teachers!
8 months ago
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Our students made swag bags for the SSCs to thank them for Keeping us safe everyday!
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