Hello, Westridge Families! 

As we move deeper into the quarter, I want to remind families that progress reports will be coming out soon. Please take time to check your student’s grades in Skyward and review them together at home. This is an important opportunity to make any needed adjustments before the report card is finalized. If you notice concerns, now is the perfect time to communicate with teachers and ensure your child is getting the support they need.

With the colder weather upon us, please remember that if your family needs warm clothing, our school does have access to resources and items to help—do not hesitate to reach out to us.

We are also continuing to offer tutoring before and after school each week. If your student is struggling in any area, please contact their subject teacher or guidance counselor to find out available tutoring days and times.

We are all in this together, and every step forward—no matter how small—brings your child closer to success. Let’s keep encouraging, supporting, and believing in our students as they work toward their goals.

February 9 – Basketball Vs Gotha 5:30pm

February 11 – Basketball AT Memorial 5pm

February 9 – 13th Book Fair in Media Center

February 16 – No School – President’s Day

February 17 – Dr. Phillips HS visit

February 18 – Freedom HS visit

February 20 – Lake Buena Vista HS visit

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.

Empathy is the ability to understand how someone else is feeling and to show care and kindness toward them. It means putting yourself in another person’s shoes and responding in respectful and supportive way.

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!

Westridge Middle School had a visitor on February 3. Superintendent Vazquez visited and students were able to ask her questions that pertain to their experiences in middle school. Dr. Vazquez was also joined by School Board Member Vicki-Elaine Felder. Students asked about start times, technology in the classroom, adjusting the schedule to allow more time to decompress and e-bike/scooter parking.

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.  

Basketball season is upon us. 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 - Shawnette Johnson

 

Track and Field March 22, 2026

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

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.  

Please make sure all-important parent/guardian information is up-to-date in skyward. 

See the links to social media.

Meylin Carrasquillo 11th