Westridge Middle School
Every Student, Every Day, A Success!
Headlines & Features
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"Planting Seeds for Success Thru Alternative Programs" - The GIPS Cast, Ep. 044
Hear Dr. Ken DeFrank share how alternative programs are impacting students.
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Building Connections Thru Middle School Advisory Program
See how our district Middle Schools implemented "Advisory Time" across the district.
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School Safety Reminders for GIPS
Superintendent Matt Fisher shares an important message about school safety.
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"2024-25 Budget Updates - The GIPS Cast, Ep. 041
Hear our Superintendent & CFO share updates on the GIPS budget.
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Kicking-Off the 2024-25 School Year
Read + Watch the back to school message from Superintendent Matt Fisher
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School Meals Will Be Available at No Cost for All GIPS Students
Breakfast and lunch meals will be available to all GIPS students at no cost at all schools for the 2024-25 school year.
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GIPS Back to School 2024-25
Catch all the "Back to School" information you need in our July 2024 newsletter!
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5 Tips for Starting the School Year Strong
We put together a list of tips to help you prepare for starting school with positive momentum.
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Transportation Updates at GIPS for 2024-25
Due to our need for budget reductions, we will no longer be offering many of the bus routes we have run in the past.
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"Preparing for the 2024-25 School Year" - The GIPS Cast, Ep. 038
Two GIPS Principals share how they're planning for the 2024-25 school year.
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GIPS Monthly Updates - April 2024
Read the latest updates from the district in our April '24 Newsletter!
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Cron Named Westridge Assistant Principal
A new A.P. will be joining the Westridge Middle School team.
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2024-25 Registration & Pre-School Updates
Superintendent Matt Fisher shares updates on registration for 2024-25.
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Students build confidence and critical thinking skills in Academic Quiz Bowl
Middle school students find their voices by joining Academic Quiz Bowl
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'24-'25 Registration Now Open for GIPS!
Registration will be open from Feb. 5 - March 31. Catch all the resources here!
Upcoming Events
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Today
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Nebraska Law Enforcement Training
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Tomorrow
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Nebraska Law Enforcement Training
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November 7, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM 8th Girls Basketball @ Walnut
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4:15 PM - 5:15 PM 7th Girls Basketball @ Westridge vs. Walnut
Announcements
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Congratulations to these Cougars for modeling the Westridge Way of being responsible, respectful, safe and their best!
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Red Ribbon Spirit Week
Red Ribbon Week is a wonderful reminder to prioritize our safety by keeping drugs out of our bodies. Each year, Red Ribbon Week takes place from October 23rd to October 31st. This year, Westridge will be celebrating with Red Ribbon Week Spirit Wear from October 28th to October 31st, following the themes listed below.
Monday, Oct 28th - Follow your dreams and say no to drugs: Wear your school appropriate pajamas
Tuesday, Oct. 29th - Team Up Against Drugs- Wear your favorite jersey or sports team!
Wednesday, Oct. 30th - Cougar-Time Pick! Work together with your Cougar Time to choose a color or theme for the day.
Thursday, Oct. 31st - "Lei" off drugs: Wear your best Hawaiian/tropical clothing!
Participation is completely optional, but we encourage everyone to join in the fun! Please remember that all outfits must adhere to our Dress for Success guidelines.