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Westridge Warriors Weekly - Week of October 6, 2025

Posted Date: 10/05/25 (6:00 PM)

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Westridge Warriors Weekly

A NEWSLETTER FOR THE WESTRIDGE SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Principal's Message

Hello, Westridge Families!

I hope this message finds you well as we move into a busy and exciting part of the school year. Volleyball tryouts will be held on October 8th; remember for our 7th and 8th graders students must have at least a 2.0 GPA in order to participate.

Recently, our students completed their PMA assessments in science, civics, algebra, and geometry, and we are proud of the hard work they put into showing what they have learned.

As a reminder, please make sure that students are following the dress code each day and that cell phones remain put away during school hours. These expectations help us maintain a positive, focused learning environment for all. Thank you for your continued support in helping us set high standards for both academics and behavior.
Best Regards, 
Nicole L. Jefferson 
Proud Principal  
Boots on the Ground #Saddleupforsuccess 
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Important Dates

October 8 – Volleyball Boys and Girls tryouts
October 13 – Teacher workday/Student Holiday
October 14 – Start of 2nd quarter
October 29 – Volleyball away at Southwest 5:00 PM
November 3 – Volleyball Vs Chain of Lakes – Home game 5:30 PM
 

Academic Highlight

Our teachers have been hard at work preparing engaging lessons and activities. This week, we encourage students to actively participate in class discussions and seek help when needed. Please help us to encourage every student to participate in class. Remember, asking questions is a key part of the learning process!

Want to help your student with their academics. Review these anchor charts with your students for a few minutes a night.
 

6th Grade Science – Potential Vs Kinetic Energy

Diagram explaining potential and kinetic energy, with a roller coaster illustration.
 

7th Grading Science – Types of Energy

A diagram illustrates different forms of energy, including mechanical, thermal, and electrical.
 

8th Grade Science – Electromagnetic Spectrum

Diagram illustrating the electromagnetic spectrum, showing radio waves to gamma rays.
 

Character Word of the Month – Cooperation

Tiny figures interact with the word 'COOPERATION', illustrating teamwork.
Cooperation means working together with others to reach a common goal. It’s when people listen, share ideas, and help each other so that everyone can succeed.
 

Attendance Matters

The words 'attendance matters' are displayed in blue and gold.
We want to remind everyone about the importance of regular attendance. Being on time and present not only supports your academic success but also fosters a sense of community. Let’s strive for a strong start by making every school day count!
 

A Few Reminders...

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OCPS will be implementing a 3-year reevaluation/review cycle for all Section 504 plans, effective starting with the 2025-2026 school year.
 
There will be specific exceptions to the 3-year review procedure:

  • Grade Progression: Transition meetings will still occur for students moving from 5th to 6th grade and 8th to 9th grade.
  • Senior Transition: 504 plans will be updated during a student's graduation year.
  • Parent Requests: We will continue to hold meetings within 30 days if a parent requests a review.
  • New Information: If new information is presented that impacts a student's 504 plan, a 3-year reevaluation/review will be conducted.
  • Plans that have Individual Health Care Plans and/or Related Services will be reviewed annually.
 
Please reach out to your school-based Section 504 contact with any questions you may have. 
 

Morning Drop Off

Car riders please make sure to follow the carline and not allow your student to walk through traffic. Safety needs to be our number one priority.

Wanting a Parent/Teacher conference? Reach out to your students' guidance counselor.
7th Grade A-L & 6th Grade - Chelsee Crawford Chelsee.Crawford@ocps.net
7th Grade M-Z & 8th Grade - Peter Singletary peter.singletary@ocps.net

Students should not be on campus prior to 8:45 AM. If you need to drop off prior to 8:45 AM, please register your student for the YMCA Before School Program. Information can be found here. In addition, the first period begins at 9:30 AM.  
 

Athletics

Volleyball is our next sport. Athletic paperwork and physicals must be completed and properly uploaded in Aktivate. Volleyball practices will be conducted every day for approximately 1.5 – 2 hours after dismissal time. Athletes are expected to attend all of the practices unless they have arranged with the coach otherwise. Athletes are required to have and maintain a 2.0 average and exhibit leadership and good behavior to be considered and remain on any Westridge sports team. If you have any further questions please feel free to contact the following:

Athletic Director - Ms. Johnson Shawnette.Johnson@ocps.net
Athlete Guide - English
Athlete Guide - Spanish
 

ADDitions Volunteers

Volunteers must re-register each year through the image link below.
The ADDitions School Volunteers logo features an apple and text.
 

Clinic Services

Parents need to opt IN to clinic services. This means that unless you have completed the health forms we will not be able to assist your student in the clinic. Health forms can be completed digitally on Skyward Family Access or you can fill out the forms and turn them into the main office. Those forms can be found below.  
Emergency Health Form (English)
Emergency Health Form (Spanish)
Please make sure all-important parent/guardian information is up-to-date in skyward. 
 

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A school policy sign about cell phone use, with text in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.
A dress code poster from Westridge Middle School lists clothing violations.
 

Happy Birthday

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October Adult Warriors

Ginette Fleury - October 3
Meghan Schutte - October 6
Michelle Robert Davis - October 6
Gina Gavilanez - October 23
ShaRhonda Calhoun - October 28
Enrique Collazo - October 29
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3800 W Oak Ridge Rd I Orlando, FL 32809-4539

Phone +1 407-354-2640 I westridge_ms@ocps.net

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