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Westridge Warriors Weekly - Week of November 10, 2025

Posted Date: 11/09/25 (6:00 PM)

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Westridge Warriors Weekly

A NEWSLETTER FOR THE WESTRIDGE SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Principal's Message

Hello, Westridge Families!

As we move deeper into November, I want to remind everyone that all grades are due on November 11th, and progress reports will be distributed on November 20th. Please take a few moments to check in with your student to ensure all assignments are submitted and they’re on track for success.

Over the past two weeks, we’ve held Town Halls with each grade level, led by our dedicated grade-level deans. These meetings served as an important opportunity to review our school-wide expectations and reinforce the values that help keep our campus safe, respectful, and focused on learning. We ask for your continued support in reminding students about the importance of attendance, being on time to class, adhering to the dress code, and following school expectations.

On a celebratory note, our Boys Volleyball Team earned an exciting victory in their first and second game of the season! Congratulations to our athletes and coaches for their hard work and teamwork—what a great way to kick off the season! Our Girls Volleyball team is showing great promise and we wish them luck at their upcoming games.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping our students grow, learn, and succeed every day.
Best Regards, 
Nicole L. Jefferson 
Proud Principal  
Boots on the Ground #Saddleupforsuccess 
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Important Dates

November 10 - Volleyball Vs Windy Ridge – Home game 5:30 pm
November 12 - Volleyball Vs Gotha – Home game 5:00 pm
November 17 - Volleyball AT Memorial 5:30pm
November 20 – Progress Reports go home
November 24 – 28 – Thanksgiving break
 

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 World History

A map of Ancient Egypt shows the Nile River and key locations.
Hatshepsut's Temple, a historic structure carved into a cliff face.
 

7th Grade Civics

Diagram illustrating the three branches of the U.S. government: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial.
An educational graphic about the Legislative Branch (Congress) with an illustration of the Capitol Building.
 

8th Grade US History

A historical map depicts the United States in 1800, showing states, territories, and possessions.
 

Character Word of the Month – Positive Attitude

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Positive attitude means thinking in a hopeful and cheerful way, even when things are hard. It’s about looking for the good in situations, believing you can do well, and treating others kindly and with respect.
 

Attendance Matters

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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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The OCPS 2026-27 Magnet Programs Application Window Has Opened!

  • OCPS Virtual Magnet Fair opens October 20, 2025
  • Application window opens October 13, 2025 – December 19, 2025
  • Link: OCPS Magnet Programs
  • Magnet Virtual
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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

Basketball is our next sport. Athletic paperwork and physicals must be completed and properly uploaded in Aktivate. Basketball 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

Physical Due Dates

Basketball - January 6, 2026
Track and Field - March 22, 2026
Athlete Guide - English
Athlete Guide - Spanish
 

ADDitions Volunteers

Volunteers must re-register each year through the image link below.
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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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Happy Birthday

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November Adult Warriors

Claudia Christie - 11/1
Abdellatif Sebbani - 11/10
Phylicia Clark - 11/21
Omayraliz Ortiz - 11/22
Ridlica Tataille - 11/25
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Phone +1 407-354-2640 I westridge_ms@ocps.net

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