Wakefield HighStudent Guide

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Wakefield High

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
7
Local details
9

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Jun 17, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

2 entries
  1. School Year 2026-2027Relevant now
  2. School Year 2027-2028

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Campus language

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7 terms

B

BSU
Black Student Union, a student organization focused on African American culture and community.

G

GSA
Gender and Sexuality Alliance, a student-led club for LGBTQ+ students and allies.

L

LASA
Latin American Student Association, a club celebrating Hispanic and Latino heritage.

S

SCA
Student Council Association, the primary student government body.

T

The W
A common shorthand name for Wakefield High School used by students and in social media.
Town Hall
The central tiered seating area that serves as the primary cafeteria and gathering space for students.

W

Warriors
The official mascot and collective term for the Wakefield student body.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

9 details
Canvas
The learning management system used by teachers to post assignments and course materials.
Fab Lab
The digital fabrication space used for engineering, design, and STEAM projects.
GP
Generals Period; a dedicated block in the schedule for advisory, academic support, or meetings.
Late Start
A recurring schedule adjustment, usually on Mondays, where the school day begins later than the standard time.
StudentVUE
The digital platform where students access their grades, class schedules, and attendance records.
The Atrium
The prominent glass-enclosed entrance and main thoroughfare of the school building.
The Black Box
A versatile, smaller theater space used for drama classes and intimate performances.
The Field House
The main indoor athletic complex housing the gymnasium and sports facilities.
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Wakefield Cafeteria

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Jun 17, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 9 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Arlington for Wakefield High Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Arlington.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$2,227

Cost of Living Index

150

Student Population

35,000

City Transportation

Walkability

74

Bikeability

72

Public Transit

Washington Metro (Orange, Silver, Blue lines), ART (Arlington Transit) bus system, Metrobus regional bus system, VRE commuter rail (nearby in Crystal City), Capital Bikeshare network

Nearest Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD, regional), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI, regional)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

57°F

Avg Snowfall

13 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Entrance Teacher Parking Lot

surface_lot • limited

Located directly in front of the main entrance; reserved for staff.

Student Parking Lot

surface_lot • limited

Requires a valid 2026-2027 student parking permit and signed agreement.

Campus News

Latest updates from Wakefield High

As students head back to school today, APS is 99% fully staffed

Arlington Public Schools began the 2026-27 school year nearly fully staffed, with 27,026 students enrolled as of late August. New bus tracking software and updated policies on technology and grading were also introduced.

Aug 31, 2026

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Celebrating 2026 Summer High School Graduates

APS held its first-ever Summer High School Graduation Ceremony on July 30, 2026, at Wakefield High School to honor students who completed their diploma requirements over the summer.

Jul 24, 2026

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Bomb squad responding to threat at Wakefield High School

Emergency responders investigated a telephone threat received after dismissal. The building was secured, and no credible threat was ultimately found.

Jun 4, 2026

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Bomb squad investigation of telephone threat (June 4, 2026); no credible threat found.

Bomb squad investigation of telephone threat (June 4, 2026); no credible threat found.

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Hazmat situation in engineering classroom due to faulty exhaust hose (January 16, 2026); one student hospitalized for evaluation.

Hazmat situation in engineering classroom due to faulty exhaust hose (January 16, 2026); one student hospitalized for evaluation.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Wakefield High

Holiday: Labor Day

September 7, 2026

Wakefield High School

School holiday in observance of Labor Day; no school for students and staff.

Principal's Chat

September 9, 2026

Wakefield High School

An opportunity for parents and the community to meet with Principal Peter Balas from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

Underclass Pictures (9th – 11th)

September 9, 2026

Wakefield High School

School picture day for students in grades 9 through 11 from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm.

Community Conversation: Artificial Intelligence

September 15, 2026

Wakefield High School

A community conversation about the school system's use of artificial intelligence at 6:30 p.m.

Back-to-School Night

September 30, 2026

Wakefield High School

Annual event for parents to meet teachers and learn about the curriculum from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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