Quarter 1 Sonic Awards: Slushies, Smiles at Westwood
Go visit Sonic Gainesville (2162 NW 39th Ave) and see why they’re the best!
Our first quarter Sonic Awards went off without a hitch . Just smiles, slushies, and good vibes all around!
So proud of our Westwood students for starting the year strong.
Big thank you to our amazing staff, volunteers and Sonic Gainesville for making the celebration even sweeter!
Go visit Sonic Gainesville (2162 NW 39th Ave) and see why they’re the best!
The Westwood Way Podcast – Episode 4 is out!
News you can use in a convenient audio clip! Listen on:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WTHLFWKIIGVTxLkXKOtQT
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoq56l9rztnVeo44awpbLLpLCTSt63rEx
News you can use in a convenient audio clip! Listen on:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WTHLFWKIIGVTxLkXKOtQT
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoq56l9rztnVeo44awpbLLpLCTSt63rEx
Westwood Student Wins Art in the Capitol Competition
Congratulations to Kinsley Van Nocker! Kinsley’s artwork, “Poseidon,” was selected as this year’s Art in the Capitol winner for our district. A panel of county art teachers chose her piece to represent Westwood Middle in Tallahassee during the spring legislative session.
“Poseidon” will be framed and displayed at the Florida State Capitol from January through March, alongside student artwork from across the state. Later this spring, Kinsley will have the opportunity to meet Representative Chad Johnson when the artwork returns home.
We are so proud of Kinsley for her creativity and talent!
📸 Caption: Kinsley poses with her award-winning “Poseidon,” joined by Principal Burney, Mrs. Gattshall, and Mrs. Rollo.
Congratulations to Kinsley Van Nocker! Kinsley’s artwork, “Poseidon,” was selected as this year’s Art in the Capitol winner for our district. A panel of county art teachers chose her piece to represent Westwood Middle in Tallahassee during the spring legislative session.
“Poseidon” will be framed and displayed at the Florida State Capitol from January through March, alongside student artwork from across the state. Later this spring, Kinsley will have the opportunity to meet Representative Chad Johnson when the artwork returns home.
We are so proud of Kinsley for her creativity and talent!
📸 Caption: Kinsley poses with her award-winning “Poseidon,” joined by Principal Burney, Mrs. Gattshall, and Mrs. Rollo.
The stage is set and the spotlight is waiting! Join us as our talented WMS Jr. Thespians bring the high-energy musical Fame JR. to life. This inspiring story of hard work, creativity, and following your dreams will have you cheering from the first note to the final bow.
Show your support for our theatre students — every ticket helps fund competitions, workshops, and future productions!
Performance Dates:
December 3rd, 4th, and 5th at 6:00 PM
Tickets: $10.00 (https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI5ZRXVM504GI8_ZZ68U58O7P6OSER)
Available online or at the door until 6:15 PM
Bring your family and friends for a night of incredible performances and community spirit. Let’s fill the seats and celebrate our students’ dedication to the arts!
Come see what the excitement’s all about — the spotlight’s waiting!
Show your support for our theatre students — every ticket helps fund competitions, workshops, and future productions!
Performance Dates:
December 3rd, 4th, and 5th at 6:00 PM
Tickets: $10.00 (https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI5ZRXVM504GI8_ZZ68U58O7P6OSER)
Available online or at the door until 6:15 PM
Bring your family and friends for a night of incredible performances and community spirit. Let’s fill the seats and celebrate our students’ dedication to the arts!
Come see what the excitement’s all about — the spotlight’s waiting!
We invite you to join us at our Transportation Hiring Event
Dates: November 18th and 19th
Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: ACPS District Office, 620 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, Florida
You’ll be able to explore career opportunities that will have a real impact on children and families and help you grow personally and professionally. Opportunities that offer good pay, free health care benefits, and more!
Visit www.alachuaschools.net/transportation or https://youtu.be/274s_bsfTMg to learn more.
Dates: November 18th and 19th
Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: ACPS District Office, 620 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, Florida
You’ll be able to explore career opportunities that will have a real impact on children and families and help you grow personally and professionally. Opportunities that offer good pay, free health care benefits, and more!
Visit www.alachuaschools.net/transportation or https://youtu.be/274s_bsfTMg to learn more.
Listen to the newest episode of The Westwood Way podcast - Episode 3 is out now!
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3WTHLFWKIIGVTxLkXKOtQT
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4zoCf4bMz8&list=PLoq56l9rztnVeo44awpbLLpLCTSt63rEx
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3WTHLFWKIIGVTxLkXKOtQT
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4zoCf4bMz8&list=PLoq56l9rztnVeo44awpbLLpLCTSt63rEx
Episode 2 of The Westwood Way podcast has dropped!
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WTHLFWKIIGVTxLkXKOtQT
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoq56l9rztnVeo44awpbLLpLCTSt63rEx
🎭 Don’t miss the Westwood Middle School Theatre Showcase
Friday, November 7th at 6 PM!
Students have been working hard on their competition pieces and are excited to share them with you before they go to Districts on November 15th!
Come see these amazing student performances and celebrate the magic of theatre, while supporting the Westwood Middle School Theatre Department!
🎟 Tickets are available on My School Bucks and are only $5.00!
You can scan the QR Code on the attached flyer.
We hope to see you there! 🎭
Friday, November 7th at 6 PM!
Students have been working hard on their competition pieces and are excited to share them with you before they go to Districts on November 15th!
Come see these amazing student performances and celebrate the magic of theatre, while supporting the Westwood Middle School Theatre Department!
🎟 Tickets are available on My School Bucks and are only $5.00!
You can scan the QR Code on the attached flyer.
We hope to see you there! 🎭
A big thank you to Sonic for your community support and your spooky-good Halloween deal — 50¢ corndogs today! 🌭👻
If you’re out and about with your family today, stop by Sonic to grab a delicious treat and enjoy some Halloween fun!
Weekly podcast with announcements and events.
https://open.spotify.com/show/3WTHLFWKIIGVTxLkXKOtQT
Westwood Cambridge Open House - 6:00 PM in the Multipurpose Room
🤖✨ What an amazing weekend at Westwood! We hosted a VEX IQ Robotics Competition for elementary and middle school students — and they totally rocked it! 💪💡
Shoutout to our Westwood teams and Coach David Sankey for leading and inspiring our future engineers! 💚🤍🌪️
#WhirlwindPride #WestwoodRobotics #STEMinAction #Teamwork #FutureEngineers #VEXIQ #NextGenInnovators
Important Notice: Sidewalk Closure Near Westwood Middle
Dear Parents and Students,
Next week, Monday–Thursday, GRU will close the east-side sidewalk on NW 34th St between NW 16th Ave and NW 15th Ave. Pedestrians (mostly students from Westwood) will be detoured to the west side of NW 34th St (see attached map).
Please remind students to use caution and follow detour signs.
Thank you,
Dear Parents and Students,
Next week, Monday–Thursday, GRU will close the east-side sidewalk on NW 34th St between NW 16th Ave and NW 15th Ave. Pedestrians (mostly students from Westwood) will be detoured to the west side of NW 34th St (see attached map).
Please remind students to use caution and follow detour signs.
Thank you,
Good morning, 8th-grade families,
Please join us in the Multipurpose Room on Thursday, OCTOBER 23rd, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. for our High School Parent Night presentation.
Our school counselors will share important information about high school magnet programs, magnet applications, graduation requirements, college scholarships, and more.
We can’t wait to see you there — Thursday, OCTOBER 23rd,!
Jennifer MacEwan, Ed.S., LMHC
School Counselor (A–L)
Keysha Bradley, M.Ed.
School Counselor (M–Z)
Please join us in the Multipurpose Room on Thursday, OCTOBER 23rd, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. for our High School Parent Night presentation.
Our school counselors will share important information about high school magnet programs, magnet applications, graduation requirements, college scholarships, and more.
We can’t wait to see you there — Thursday, OCTOBER 23rd,!
Jennifer MacEwan, Ed.S., LMHC
School Counselor (A–L)
Keysha Bradley, M.Ed.
School Counselor (M–Z)
Westwood Volleyball season is here!
Player conditioning for boys & girls:
Date: Aug 6–7 | 5–6:30 PM
Tryouts (all grades):
Boys – Aug 11–12 | Girls – Aug 12–13
Time: 4–5:30 PM
Be ready to bring your A-game!
Player conditioning for boys & girls:
Date: Aug 6–7 | 5–6:30 PM
Tryouts (all grades):
Boys – Aug 11–12 | Girls – Aug 12–13
Time: 4–5:30 PM
Be ready to bring your A-game!
Get Ready for the 2025–2026 School Year!
Make back-to-school shopping easy:
Visit TeacherLists.com
Or go to the Westwood website → Information tab → Supply List
Don’t wait—start the year prepared!
Make back-to-school shopping easy:
Visit TeacherLists.com
Or go to the Westwood website → Information tab → Supply List
Don’t wait—start the year prepared!
Westwood Whirlwinds Meet the Teacher | 6th Grade – 11:00 AM | 7th & 8th Grade – 1:00 PM
