Westwood Families,
As we approach Valentine’s Day, we wanted to ask that families please not have deliveries of candy, food, flowers, balloons or other holiday items sent to school. As per our policy, we will not be sending any delivered items to classrooms and not calling into classrooms during the school day for students to pick up deliveries. Westwood knows you love your children and we love them as well. We appreciate your understanding of this policy and hope that you have a wonderful week.
Westwood Families—please check your email Monday, Feb. 9, 2026 for our weekly update.
🎧 Westwood Way Podcast (new episode)
📚 Progress Reports info (Skyward)
🏀 Games, Valentine's Dance, Candy Grams
🌍 International Family Night & upcoming dates
Thank you!
🏀💚 Game Day = Honor Night! 💚🏀
TODAY we’re celebrating 8th Grade Honor Night at our Home Game!
Cheer on the Whirlwinds and help us recognize our outstanding 8th graders.
⏰ 4:00 PM
🏀 WMS vs. KMS
🎟️ $2 tickets
Bring the energy, pack the gym, and let’s celebrate our 8th graders! 🌪️👏
We’re excited to host the ACCPTA General Meeting at Westwood Middle School! 🌪️
📅 February 23, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
Everyone is welcome—come connect and learn more about PTA work across our county!
👉 Click for more information: Alachua County Council of PTAs's Post
Stay connected with Westwood Middle School 💚🌪️
Follow us for school events, announcements, and Whirlwind highlights.
📲 Instagram & X: @WestwoodMS_ACPS | Facebook: Westwood Middle School | Facebook: Westwood Middle PTA
There is sooo much we could say, but we’ll let the results speak—in the words of Mr. Sankey: Let’s Gooooo!
👏 Huge congratulations to our Westwood teams for an incredible performance at the District VEX Robotics Tournament at Lincoln!
🏆 Excellence Award (VIQRC) – Tyrannosaurs VEX
🏆 Teamwork Champion Award (VIQRC) – THE GOATS
🏆 Sportsmanship Award (VIQRC) – THE GOATS
Your hard work, collaboration, and character truly shined. We’re proud of you! 🤖💚
🚸💚 Happy National Crossing Guard Day 2026!
Thank you to our amazing Crossing Guards for keeping our Whirlwinds safe each and every day!
Before school, our Westwood Student Government Senators stopped by to personally say thank you to Mr. Sir, Mr. Jay, Mr. Don, and Mrs. Amanda for all they do.
We truly appreciate you! 🌪️👏
#WestwoodMiddle #Whirlwinds #NationalCrossingGuardDay #CrossingGuardAppreciation
#StudentGovernment #ThankYou #CommunityHeroes
Westwood Middle School proudly celebrates Black History Month 🖤❤️
🎶 Click the link to watch a video presentation by Grace, a 6th grade student, highlighting the life and lasting impact of Duke Ellington and his contributions to American music and culture.
https://animoto.com/play/iiOAMbHcqwQcdWLmGWZXpg
#BlackHistoryMonth #WestwoodMiddle #StudentSpotlight #Whirlwinds 💚🌪️
💚🏐🏀📣 National Girls & Women in Sports Day
Today we celebrate our Westwood girls who play hard, cheer loud, and show up with confidence every day. From volleyball and basketball to cheer and PE, our athletes and coaches prove that girls are strong, skilled, and unstoppable.
Way to represent, Whirlwinds! 💚🌪️
#WestwoodMiddle #Whirlwinds #GirlsInSports #NationalGirlsAndWomenInSportsDay
🌍💚 International Family Night: Stronger Together 🌪️
Join us as we celebrate the cultures, connections, and community that make Westwood shine!
📅 February 26
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Multipurpose Room
✨ Enjoy performances, games, Passport to Fun, and food trucks
🎟️ Free admission (some food items available for purchase)
Bring the whole family and celebrate with us — we can’t wait to see you there! 💚🌍
👉 Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for event highlights, photos, and updates from International Family Night and all things Westwood.
#StrongerTogether #InternationalFamilyNight #WestwoodMiddle #Whirlwinds 💚🌪️
Know a teacher who’s made a lasting difference? 🍎
Now’s the time to show your appreciation!
This school year, HCA Florida Healthcare, the Education Foundation of Alachua County, and the Alachua County Teacher Leadership Council are honoring exceptional educators with the Thank a Teacher Award.
Celebrate a teacher who inspires—nominate them today!
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💚🌪️ National School Counseling Week 🌪️💚
This week, we’re celebrating the heart of Westwood Middle School — our amazing counselors! 💫
A huge THANK YOU to Ms. Battle, Mrs. Macewan, and Mrs. Bradley for supporting, guiding, and empowering our students every single day. Your impact goes far beyond the classroom, and we are so grateful for all that you do 💚
Show them some love, Whirlwinds! 👏💚
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #WestwoodMiddleSchool #Whirlwinds #ThankYouCounselors #StudentSuccess 🌪️💚
The Alachua County Public Schools Curriculum Department formally announces the review process for the 2025-2026 Instructional Materials Adoption for K-12 ELA, K-3 ELA Intervention, Personal Finance, K-5 Art, K-5 Music, World Languages, and Personal Fitness.
View the materials at www.alachuaschools.net/textbookadoption
ACPS Families & Staff — We Want Your Input! 📣💬
Alachua County Public Schools is hosting 8 community sessions across the county 🏫🌍 to share DRAFT school boundary maps 🗺️ and hear directly from you.
These sessions start this week and run through February 18 📅 — and your voice matters 💚.
What’s available now? 👀
• 9 interactive draft maps (elementary, middle, and high school) 🏫
• Enter your address to see how each proposed map could impact you 📍
View the full session schedule & explore the maps:
🌐 alachuaschools.net/ourschoolsfutureready
Questions or feedback? ❓
📧 Email us at acpsfutureready@alachuaschools.net
This is your chance to learn, explore, and help shape the future of our schools 🚀📚.
We hope to see you there! 🤝✨
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💖 Spread the Love at Westwood! 💖
The Westwood Middle School PTA needs help making Valentine’s Day fun for our students!
🍬 Volunteers needed to sell Valentine’s Candy Grams during lunch
🧹 Volunteers needed for Valentine’s Dance clean-up
👉 Sign up to sell Candy Grams:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/5080A4AA8A828A3FC1-61624349-2026
👉 Sign up for Dance Clean-Up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080A4AA8A828A3FC1-62061215-valentines
💝 Can’t volunteer? Visit our online store to:
• Buy Candy Grams for your student
• Sponsor a whole class
• Purchase Valentine’s Dance tickets
🛍️ https://westwoodmspta.givebacks.com/shop
Thank you for supporting Westwood! 💚🤍
Westwood was named Radiant Credit Union’s January School of the Month 🏆💚
A huge shoutout to Amy Blanco, Archer Road Branch Manager, and Darcy Lewis, Community Engagement & Communications Associate, for stopping by to surprise our team with a $1,000 award 💵🎉
We’re feeling the love and support! 🙌💫
#WeShineBrighterTogether #WestwoodProud #CommunityStrong #ThankYouRadiant #SchoolOfTheMonth 🌟🏫💚
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Black History Month at Westwood Middle School
Westwood Middle School proudly celebrates Black History Month 🖤❤️.
This is a time to learn, lead, create, and inspire.
Throughout the month, we will highlight student voices and student work, sharing projects that honor Black leaders, innovators, and educators whose impact continues to shape our world.
🎾 Back for Season 14! 🎾
The Gainesville Area Community Tennis Association is bringing the Middle School After-School Tennis Program back to Westwood Middle School!
All new and returning students are invited to join us at the Robert R. Massey Tennis Courts.
📅 First Practice: Tuesday, February 17
⏰ Time: After school until 6:30 PM
📝 Registration Opens:
• Returning players: Friday, February 6
• New players: Monday, February 9
See the attached flyer for contacts and more details. Let’s hit the courts! 🎾
For just $10, their name can be featured on the school sign for their birthday week.
📅 Requests due by the Friday before the birthday
📲 Scan the QR code to sign up
Website: https://westwoodmspta.givebacks.com/shop
#WestwoodMiddle #BirthdayShoutout 💚🎂
As temperatures continue to drop, please ensure that students are dressed appropriately for the weather on Monday and Tuesday next week.
If your family needs any assistance, or if you would like to make a donation to our school clothes closet, please feel free to reach out to our Front Office at 352-955-6718. Donations help us support students who may need warm clothing during the colder months.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and families.
