Hello, Westridge Families! 

As we continue through the final quarter of the school year, we want to remind all students and families of the importance of staying focused and committed to success. With only a few weeks remaining, every day counts. Students should continue completing assignments, preparing for assessments, and giving their best effort in all classes. Finishing the year strong will set the foundation for future success.

We are also excited about several upcoming opportunities for our 8th grade students, including the 8th grade dance and Gradventure. These events are special celebrations of their hard work and middle school journey. Please remember that participation in these activities is a privilege. Students must maintain positive behavior and strong attendance in order to take part. We want all of our students to be able to enjoy these memorable experiences.

At this time, we have noticed that tardies are on the rise. We ask for your support in speaking with your student about the importance of arriving to school and class on time. Being punctual is a key part of responsibility and helps students start their day focused and ready to learn.

As we approach the end of the year, let’s continue to work together to ensure our students are making good choices, staying motivated, and putting forth their best effort. The habits built now will carry into next year and beyond. Let’s finish strong and make these final weeks count!

April 24 – No School 

May 1 – Gradventure

May 5 – FAST PM3 ELA

May 6 – Long Wednesday

May 7 – FAST PM3 Math

May 12 – Civics/Science EOC

May 13-14 - CFEs

May 25 -No School

May 27 – Last day of school

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.

Self-Discipline means controlling yourself so you do what you are supposed to do, even when you don’t feel like it.

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!

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.  

Track and Field is up next. 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

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. 

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