Westside K-8
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day!
School News
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6th grade Orientation (Info for Current 5th graders)
Click on "View 11 Topics" under our school picture to see all the videos
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Keep Osceola Safe
The Osceola School Board is committed to the safety and security of all students, staff, and visitors. The Osceola School District has detailed comprehensive safety and emergency plans for every site, and all schools regularly conduct various drills, such as fire drills, severe weather drills, and intruder drills, to prepare students for an emergency.
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Let's Talk with the Osceola School District
The Osceola School District is committed to engaging all stakeholders in the education of our children. Only when we build strong relationships with our staff, students, families and community members can we best meet the needs of each and every student.
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Share Your Great
Have you been inspired by someone in our schools? Is your school helping us build our legacy as we move from Good to Great? Do you have a teacher who has made a difference on your life or the life of your child? Share the good news with us!
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Learn More About Here Comes The Bus
Here Comes the Bus is easy-to-use school bus tracking software that gives parents and students the ability to track the location of their school buses.
School District News
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Tiffany Perry - Teacher of the Year
Ms. Tiffany Perry has been named as Osceola County’s 2024 Teacher of the Year. She stands out among other amazing educators because of her ability to connect with learners in remarkable ways.
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Janae Muchmore - School-Related Employee of the Year
Janae Muchmore has been named as the 2023 School-Related Employee of the Year for the Osceola School District in recognition of her creative spirit, her exceptional work ethic, and her love of storytelling.
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Valencia College's FAFSA Frenzy
We know filing your FAFSA can feel a little intimidating, but we’re here for you. During our Virtual FAFSA Frenzy, current students, returning students, prospective students, and parents can get expert one-on-one help from dedicated Financial Aid Specialists and our very own Financial Learning Ambassadors.
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March 10th Make-Up Day
The Osceola County School Board approved Friday, March 10, 2023, as make-up day due to Hurricane Nicole. As such, March 10th will now be a regular school day for all students, faculty, and staff in order for the district to meet state requirements regarding the number of instructional minutes in a school year. Click to Read More!
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High School Graduations
Graduation caps will fly on the following days and times for Osceola County's 2023 high school graduates: May 22nd - 26th.
School Upcoming Events
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April 11, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM School Board Workshop
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5:30 PM School Board Meeting
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April 25, 2023
5:30 PM School Board Meeting
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5:30 PM School Board Workshop
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May 3, 2023
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May 10, 2023
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May 16, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM School Board Workshop
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM School Board Workshop
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5:30 PM Public Hearing
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5:30 PM School Board Meeting
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May 22, 2023
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Graduation | Osceola County School for the Arts
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May 23, 2023
1:30 PM Graduation | Poinciana High
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5:30 PM Graduation | Tohopekaliga High
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May 24, 2023
9:30 AM Graduation | Liberty High
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1:30 PM Graduations | Harmony High
Principal's Message
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Dear Warrior Family,
It is an honor to be the Principal of Westside K-8 School and to serve the community. This is my 17th year in the School District of Osceola County, in which I have served as a Teacher, Learning Resource Specialist, and Administrator. My basic belief is that every student can and will learn.
Our mission is to provide a safe learning environment that fosters integrity, accountability, and responsibility in academic and social emotional growth. Westside’s unique programs such as Advanced Placement, Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses, Arts, Athletics, and Clubs provide our students with the opportunity to explore interests and find the passion that will drive their educational purpose.
I want to thank you for visiting our website and being an active member of our school. We will continue to build relationships with our students, parents, and community members and invite you to join our School Advisory Committee (SAC) and Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO). In addition, we encourage you to volunteer with Osceola Adults Serving and Inspiring Students (OASIS). Click on the “Volunteer Link” on the Westside Parent Links page to begin the application process. Applications must be re-submitted every year.
I look forward to a great year of demonstrating “Warrior Pride”. Please continue to check our website and social media for important dates and events. If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you,
Henry Santiago, Principal
#WarriorPRIDE!! #WestsidetheBestside!!
Vision Statement
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Vision Statement:
Our community at Westside K-8 strives to develop motivated students who self-advocate using strategies to solve problems and who experience consistent academic growth with integrity and determination.
Mission Statement
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Mission Statement:
Westside K8 School creates a student-centered learning environment in which students exhibit consistent academic and personal growth using problem solving strategies. Our school promotes a safe, caring and supportive environment that empowers students to self-advocate through motivation and determination to succeed academically and personally each academic year. We foster integrity, accountability, and responsibility. We encourage families and our community to partner in supporting academic and personal growth in all students.