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4 months ago, Westwood Middle School
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The Westwood Way podcast Episode 5 out now!
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
4 months ago, Westwood Middle School
Our 6th–8th grade girls crushed it at Girls on the Run 5K today! They showed courage, confidence, and HEART every step of the way. A huge thank you to our amazing club sponsor and coach, Mrs. Loyd, along with Coach Addy, Coach Tessa, and our dedicated faculty running buddies for believing in and supporting them all the way to the finish line. THIS is what Westwood Family looks like! 🏃‍♀️✨
5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
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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!

5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
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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


5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
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.
5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
 Kinsley poses with her award-winning “Poseidon,” joined by Principal Burney, Mrs. Gattshall, and Mrs. Rollo.
“Poseidon” Kinsley Van Nocker
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!
5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
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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.
5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
Transportation Hiring Fair - November 2025
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


5 months ago, LISA MCLEOD
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5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
🎭 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! 🎭
5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
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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!

5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
Sonic's Halloween deal 50cent Corn Dogs.
Weekly podcast with announcements and events. https://open.spotify.com/show/3WTHLFWKIIGVTxLkXKOtQT
5 months ago, LISA MCLEOD
Westwood Cambridge Open House - 6:00 PM in the Multipurpose Room
5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
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🤖✨ 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
5 months ago, Westwood Middle School
Packed house at Westwood’s VEX IQ Competition!
Our young engineers fine-tuning their bots — teamwork in action!
Coach  Sankey  with words of encouragement before the competition.
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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,
6 months ago, Westwood Middle School
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🎓 Find Your Future at the 2025 Magnet Showcase!

Families — don’t miss your chance to explore the many magnet options available at our elementary, middle, and high schools!

Learn more about open house dates, shadowing opportunities, and application deadlines all in one place.

📅 Saturday, October 25
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Alachua County Sports and Event Center
4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville

🚗 Due to another event in the area, please enter Celebration Pointe from Archer Rd and park in the South Parking Garage before following the signage and walking to the Sports & Event Center.

Visit 🔗 www.alachuaschools.net/magnets for details.

6 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Magnet Showcase
Families of students in 5th through 10th grade can sign up now for their student to 'shadow' in one or more middle/high school academic and career tech magnet programs so they can experience first-hand what these programs have to offer. The shadowing window is Nov 13-Dec 12. More info at https://www.alachuaschools.net/magnets.
6 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
ACPS Magnet Programs

Cheer on the Gators and support ACPS staff appreciation programs by purchasing discounted tickets to the UF Homecoming game vs. Mississippi state on October 18 at 4:15. gofevo.com/group/Alachuacounty6

6 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
UF Football Fundraiser

Open Houses for academic and career tech magnet programs begin next week AND the annual Magnet Showcase is October 25 from 10-1 at the Alachua County Sports and Event Center at Celebration Pointe. . More open house, Showcase and application info is available at alachuaschools.net/magnets

6 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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