Good Evening, Raider U families.
This is a reminder that our mandatory Raider U Parent Orientation will take place on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 6:30 PM at Westside Middle School.
During orientation, families will receive important information about camp expectations, daily schedules, field trips, and our Summer College Tours. This meeting is important, and all Raider U families are expected to attend.
We are also asking families to support our scholars by donating much-needed snacks and juices for camp. If you are able to contribute, please bring your donations with you to orientation. Every contribution helps us keep our scholars fueled, focused, and ready for a strong summer.
Families who have not completed the online application may still attend orientation. Families may complete the Kids Hope Alliance application using the link below:
Kids Hope Alliance Application:
https://duval.samis.io/go/frx_program_enrollment_application/default.cfm
Please remember that completing the application does not guarantee placement. If seats are available, Ms. Faust will notify families on Wednesday following the meeting to confirm whether your child has been placed on the official roster or the waitlist.
For more information, please contact Ms. Faust at afaust@cisjax.org.
Thank you for choosing Raider U. We are excited about an amazing summer of learning, enrichment, exploration, and opportunity for our scholars.
Good Afternoon, Raider Nation families.
Report cards will be published to Parent Portal accounts, also known as FOCUS, on Friday, June 12, 2026.
Parents and guardians are reminded that student grades can be checked at any time through your Parent Portal account. To access your student’s grades, you must have a Parent Portal account and be properly linked to your student.
Instructions for creating a Parent Portal account and linking your student can be found here:
https://vimeo.com/836329866?fl=pl&fe=sh
If you would like to request a paper copy of your student’s report card, please contact Westside Middle School on or after June 12, 2026, at 904-573-1000. You may also email our Data Entry Clerk, Ms. Blue, at BlueB@duvalschools.org.
Thank you, Raider Nation families, for continuing to partner with us and stay connected to your student’s academic progress.
Good Evening, Raider U families.
This is a reminder that our mandatory Raider U Parent Orientation will take place on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 6:30 PM at Westside Middle School.
During orientation, families will receive important information about camp expectations, daily schedules, field trips, and our Summer College Tours. This meeting is important, and all Raider U families are expected to attend.
We are also asking families to support our scholars by donating much-needed snacks and juices for camp. If you are able to contribute, please bring your donations with you to orientation. Every contribution helps us keep our scholars fueled, focused, and ready for a strong summer.
Families who have not completed the online application may still attend orientation. Families may complete the Kids Hope Alliance application using the link below:
Kids Hope Alliance Application:
https://duval.samis.io/go/frx_program_enrollment_application/default.cfm
Please remember that completing the application does not guarantee placement. If seats are available, Ms. Faust will notify families on Wednesday following the meeting to confirm whether your child has been placed on the official roster or the waitlist.
For more information, please get in touch with Ms. Faust at afaust@cisjax.org.
Thank you for choosing Raider U. We are excited about an amazing summer of learning, enrichment, exploration, and opportunity for our scholars.
📣❤️🖤 Raider U Parent Reminder 🖤❤️📣
Good Evening, Raider U families.
This is a reminder that our mandatory Raider U Parent Orientation will take place on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 6:30 PM at Westside Middle School.
During orientation, families will receive important information about camp expectations, daily schedules, field trips, and our Summer College Tours. This meeting is important, and all Raider U families are expected to attend.
We are also asking families to support our scholars by donating much-needed snacks and juices for camp. If you are able to contribute, please bring your donations with you to orientation. Every contribution helps us keep our scholars fueled, focused, and ready for a strong summer.
Families who have not completed the online application may still attend orientation. Families may complete the Kids Hope Alliance application using the link below:
Kids Hope Alliance Application:
https://duval.samis.io/go/frx_program_enrollment_application/default.cfm
Please remember that completing the application does not guarantee placement. If seats are available, Ms. Faust will notify families on Wednesday following the meeting to confirm whether your child has been placed on the official roster or the waitlist.
For more information, please contact Ms. Faust at afaust@cisjax.org.
Thank you for choosing Raider U. We are excited about an amazing summer of learning, enrichment, exploration, and opportunity for our scholars.
📚❤️🖤 Raider Nation Update: No Bookbags, Dress Code Reminder, “Senior Dress” Trend, and Early Dismissal 🖤❤️📚
Good Morning, Raider Nation families.
Please review this important reminder for today, Thursday, May 28.
Students should not bring bookbags to school today. As we continue through the final days of the school year, this expectation remains in place to help us maintain a safe, orderly, and focused campus environment.
We are also aware of a viral trend connected to “senior dress.” Please be advised that Westside Middle School will operate as normal today. This is not an approved dress-down day or theme day. Uniform and dress code expectations will remain in full effect.
Students should not bring or wear prohibited items, including slides, Crocs, hoodies, costumes, or any other non-approved items. Parents and guardians, please be advised that prohibited items brought to school may be confiscated.
In addition, dismissal will begin early today at 1:15 PM. Please make transportation and pick-up arrangements accordingly.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to help Raider Nation finish strong.
#RaiderNation #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #DressCodeMatters #FinishStrong #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
Good Evening, Raider Nation families.
Please review this important reminder for Thursday, May 28.
Students should not bring bookbags to school on Thursday. As we continue through the final days of the school year, this expectation remains in place to help us maintain a safe, orderly, and focused campus environment.
Please also remember that dress code expectations will still be strictly enforced. Students should not bring or wear prohibited items such as slides, Crocs, hoodies, or other non-approved items. Parents and guardians, please be advised that prohibited items brought to school will be confiscated.
In addition, dismissal will begin at 1:15 PM on Thursday, May 28. Please make plans accordingly.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to help Raider Nation finish strong.
#RaiderNation #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #DressCodeMatters #FinishStrong #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
Good Evening, Raider Nation families.
Summer is almost here, and we want our students plugged into a safe, fun, and future-focused opportunity.
Our FREE Raider Summer College through Communities In Schools, Team-Up, and the Kids Hope Alliance will be held at Westside Middle School from June 8 through July 17, Monday through Friday.
This opportunity is open to rising 6th through 8th graders and is designed to help students get a head start on their future.
Students will have opportunities to:
✔️ Build academic skills
✔️ Gain confidence
✔️ Prepare for college and career pathways
✔️ Participate in academic prep
✔️ Explore college and career options
✔️ Strengthen study skills
✔️ Develop teamwork and leadership
✔️ Practice goal setting
Students may also have the opportunity to earn junior certificates in areas such as CPR, First Aid, Cheer Safety, Digital Arts, Keyboarding, Auto Maintenance, Business Management, and more.
Important Registration Update:
⚠️ All spots are first-come, first-served
⚠️ Spaces are limited
⚠️ Acceptance letters have already been sent for accepted students
⚠️ We currently have 90 incomplete student applications
Families, if your student’s application is incomplete, please complete it as soon as possible. Spots are filling fast, and incomplete applications may delay or prevent your student from being accepted.
Complete the Kids Hope Alliance application online here:
https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Xu6uCJEnyvuqPZDR7UVfoUyqSQr?domain=duval.samis.io
Families may also complete a paper application in the Main Office.
Please do not wait. Once seats are filled, they are filled. This is a strong summer opportunity for our Raiders to build skills, gain confidence, and get a head start on their future.
For additional information, please contact Ms. Faust at [afaust@cisjax.org](mailto:afaust@cisjax.org).
#RaiderNation #RaiderSummerCollege #SummerCamp #CommunitiesInSchools #TeamUp #KidsHopeAlliance #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #OneWestside #UrgencyInAction
Good Morning, Raider Nation families.
Please review this important reminder for Wednesday, May 27.
Students should not bring bookbags to school on Wednesday. As we continue through the final days of the school year, this expectation remains in place to help us maintain a safe, orderly, and focused campus environment.
Please also remember that dress code expectations will still be strictly enforced. Students should not bring or wear prohibited items such as slides, Crocs, hoodies, or other non-approved items.
Parents and guardians, please be advised that prohibited items brought to school will be confiscated.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to help Raider Nation finish strong.
#RaiderNation #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #DressCodeMatters #FinishStrong #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
Good Morning, Raider Nation families.
Please review this important reminder for Tuesday, May 26.
Students should not bring bookbags to school on Tuesday. As we continue through the final days of the school year, this expectation remains in place to help us maintain a safe, orderly, and focused campus environment.
Please also remember that dress code expectations will still be strictly enforced. Students should not bring or wear prohibited items such as slides, Crocs, hoodies, or other non-approved items.
Parents and guardians, please be advised that prohibited items brought to school will be confiscated.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to help Raider Nation finish strong.
#RaiderNation #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #DressCodeMatters #FinishStrong #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
✨🖤❤️ Raider Ball Reminder: Tonight is the Night ❤️🖤✨
Raider Nation students and families, the wait is over.
Tonight is Raider Ball, and we are ready for an unforgettable evening with Parisian flair, elegance, and celebration. Students, do not be fashionably late. We need you in the building and ready to enjoy every moment from the very beginning. Doors open at 6:00 pm.
As students arrive, voting for Raider Ball King and Queen will begin immediately, so make sure you are on time and ready to cast your vote. Dinner will begin being served promptly at 6:30 PM, and we have even more surprises in store throughout the evening.
Get dressed, arrive on time, and come prepared for an amazing night at Westside filled with style, fun, music, memories, and Raider pride.
Don’t be late. Don’t miss the moment. Let’s make this a night to remember.
#RaiderNation #RaiderBall #ParisianFlare #WestsideMiddle #ClassOf2026 #OneWestside #UrgencyInAction
Good Afternoon, Raider Nation families.
Please review this important schoolwide update.
Beginning Friday, May 22, students will no longer need to bring bookbags to school. As we move into the final days of the school year, this adjustment will help us maintain a safe, orderly, and focused campus environment.
Please note that while bookbags will no longer be needed, all dress code expectations will remain fully in effect and will continue to be strictly enforced.
Students should not bring or wear prohibited items, including:
✔️ Slides
✔️ Crocs
✔️ Hoodies
✔️ Any other non-approved items that violate school expectations
Parents and guardians, please be advised that prohibited items brought to school will be confiscated.
We need your partnership to help our students finish the year strong, focused, and in compliance with school expectations. Thank you for continuing to support Raider Nation as we close out the year with urgency, order, and excellence.
#RaiderNation #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #DressCodeMatters #FinishStrong #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
Good Afternoon, Raider Nation families.
Please review this important schoolwide update.
Beginning Friday, May 22, students will no longer need to bring bookbags to school. As we move into the final days of the school year, this adjustment will help us maintain a safe, orderly, and focused campus environment.
Please note that while bookbags will no longer be needed, all dress code expectations will remain fully in effect and will continue to be strictly enforced.
Students should not bring or wear prohibited items, including:
✔️ Slides
✔️ Crocs
✔️ Hoodies
✔️ Any other non-approved items that violate school expectations
Parents and guardians, please be advised that prohibited items brought to school will be confiscated.
We need your partnership to help our students finish the year strong, focused, and in compliance with school expectations. Thank you for continuing to support Raider Nation as we close out the year with urgency, order, and excellence.
#RaiderNation #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #DressCodeMatters #FinishStrong #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
🎓❤️🖤 Raider Nation 8th Grade Promotional Ceremony Information 🖤❤️🎓
Raider Nation families, we are preparing to celebrate a major milestone for our 8th graders, and we want to make sure all families review the important details for our upcoming Promotional Ceremony.
Families should check their linked email for student attire details and additional ceremony information.
This ceremony is a special opportunity to honor our students as they prepare to transition to high school, and we are proud to celebrate the Class of 2026.
Important Parent Reminders:
✔️ Spaces are limited due to the capacity of our school gymnasium
✔️ Each student is limited to 2 ticketed guests only
✔️ Students will receive their tickets during the week
✔️ Tickets cannot be swapped or shared with other families
✔️ Parent parking will begin at 10:15 AM
✔️ Parent ID is required for check-in verification
✔️ All guests will enter through our OpenGate system for a security check
Attire Assistance:
If your student needs assistance with ceremony attire, please contact Mrs. Valentine-James for support.
📞 904-573-1000 ext. 999922
📧 [ValentineE2@duvalschools.org](mailto:ValentineE2@duvalschools.org)
Eligibility Reminders:
✔️ Students who have been deemed ineligible for end-of-year activities are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students who did not receive a yes vote on their appeal are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students on a modified schedule are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students must have all state testing completed by May 20 in order to participate in the ceremony
Families, please check your linked email for attire details and additional information. We are excited to celebrate our students, and we want this event to be memorable, organized, and worthy of the milestone.
Let’s finish strong, Raider Nation.
#RaiderNation #8thGradePromotion #ClassOf2026 #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
🎓❤️🖤 Raider Nation 8th Grade Promotional Ceremony Information 🖤❤️🎓
Raider Nation families, we are preparing to celebrate a major milestone for our 8th graders, and we want to make sure all families review the important details for our upcoming Promotional Ceremony.
Families should check their linked email for student attire details and additional ceremony information.
This ceremony is a special opportunity to honor our students as they prepare to transition to high school, and we are proud to celebrate the Class of 2026.
Important Parent Reminders:
✔️ Spaces are limited due to the capacity of our school gymnasium
✔️ Each student is limited to 2 ticketed guests only
✔️ Students will receive their tickets during the week
✔️ Tickets cannot be swapped or shared with other families
✔️ Parent parking will begin at 10:15 AM
✔️ Parent ID is required for check-in verification
✔️ All guests will enter through our OpenGate system for a security check
Attire Assistance:
If your student needs assistance with ceremony attire, please contact Mrs. Valentine-James for support.
📞 904-573-1000 ext. 999922
📧 [ValentineE2@duvalschools.org](mailto:ValentineE2@duvalschools.org)
Eligibility Reminders:
✔️ Students who have been deemed ineligible for end-of-year activities are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students who did not receive a yes vote on their appeal are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students on a modified schedule are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students must have all state testing completed by May 20 to participate in the ceremony
Families, please check your linked email for attire details and additional information. We are excited to celebrate our students, and we want this event to be memorable, organized, and worthy of the milestone.
Let’s finish strong, Raider Nation.
#RaiderNation #8thGradePromotion #ClassOf2026 #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
Raider Nation families, we are preparing to celebrate a major milestone for our 8th graders, and we want to make sure all families review the important details for our upcoming Promotional Ceremony.
Families should check their linked email for student attire details and additional ceremony information.
This ceremony is a special opportunity to honor our students as they prepare to transition to high school, and we are proud to celebrate the Class of 2026.
Important Parent Reminders:
✔️ Spaces are limited due to the capacity of our school gymnasium
✔️ Each student is limited to 2 ticketed guests only
✔️ Students will receive their tickets during the week
✔️ Tickets cannot be swapped or shared with other families
✔️ Parent parking will begin at 10:15 AM
✔️ Parent ID is required for check-in verification
✔️ All guests will enter through our OpenGate system for a security check
✔️ No strollers or car seats permitted
✔️ No minor children permitted
Attire Assistance:
If your student needs assistance with ceremony attire, please contact Mrs. Valentine-James for support.
📞 904-573-1000 ext. 999922
📧 [ValentineE2@duvalschools.org](mailto:ValentineE2@duvalschools.org)
Eligibility Reminders:
✔️ Students who have been deemed ineligible for end-of-year activities are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students who did not receive a yes vote on their appeal are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students on a modified schedule are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students must have all state testing completed by May 20 in order to participate in the ceremony
Families, please check your linked email for attire details and additional information. We are excited to celebrate our students, and we want this event to be memorable, organized, and worthy of the milestone.
Let’s finish strong, Raider Nation.
#RaiderNation #8thGradePromotion #ClassOf2026 #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
Raider Nation families, summer is coming, and we want to make sure our students stay engaged, active, and connected.
Our FREE Summer Camp, in partnership with Communities In Schools, Team-Up, and the Kids Hope Alliance, is an exciting opportunity for students to enjoy a full experience filled with class clubs, enrichment, field trips, field days, and water days. This is more than just summer supervision. It is a chance for students to learn, have fun, build relationships, and make lasting memories.
Important reminder:
⚠️ Spaces are limited
⚠️ Seats will be filled on a first come, first served basis
Families may sign up in one of two ways:
✔️ Complete the online application here: https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Xu6uCJEnyvuqPZDR7UVfoUyqSQr?domain=duval.samis.io
✔️ Pick up and submit a paper application in the Main Office
Please do not wait. If you are interested, complete the application as soon as possible so your student does not miss this opportunity.
For additional information, please see Ms. Faust.
#RaiderNation #SummerCamp #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #OneWestside #UrgencyInAction #CommunitiesInSchools #TeamUp #KidsHopeAlliance
Raider Nation families, we are preparing to celebrate a major milestone for our 8th graders, and we want to make sure all families review the important details for our upcoming Promotional Ceremony.
Families should check their linked email for student attire details and additional ceremony information.
This ceremony is a special opportunity to honor our students as they prepare to transition to high school, and we are proud to celebrate the Class of 2026.
Important Parent Reminders:
✔️ Spaces are limited due to the capacity of our school gymnasium
✔️ Each student is limited to 2 ticketed guests only
✔️ Students will receive their tickets during the week
✔️ Tickets cannot be swapped or shared with other families
✔️ Parent parking will begin at 10:15 AM
✔️ Parent ID is required for check-in verification
✔️ All guests will enter through our OpenGate system for a security check
✔️ No strollers or car seats permitted
✔️ No minor children permitted
Attire Assistance:
If your student needs assistance with ceremony attire, please contact Mrs. Valentine-James for support.
📞 904-573-1000 ext. 999922
📧 [ValentineE2@duvalschools.org](mailto:ValentineE2@duvalschools.org)
Eligibility Reminders:
✔️ Students who have been deemed ineligible for end-of-year activities are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students who did not receive a yes vote on their appeal are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students on a modified schedule are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students must have all state testing completed by May 20 in order to participate in the ceremony
Families, please check your linked email for attire details and additional information. We are excited to celebrate our students, and we want this event to be memorable, organized, and worthy of the milestone.
Let’s finish strong, Raider Nation.
#RaiderNation #8thGradePromotion #ClassOf2026 #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
🎓❤️🖤 Raider Nation 8th Grade Promotional Ceremony Information 🖤❤️🎓
Raider Nation families, we are preparing to celebrate a major milestone for our 8th graders, and we want to make sure all families review the important details for our upcoming Promotional Ceremony.
Families should check their linked email for student attire details and additional ceremony information.
This ceremony is a special opportunity to honor our students as they prepare to transition to high school, and we are proud to celebrate the Class of 2026.
Important Parent Reminders:
✔️ Spaces are limited due to the capacity of our school gymnasium
✔️ Each student is limited to 2 ticketed guests only
✔️ Students will receive their tickets during the week
✔️ Tickets cannot be swapped or shared with other families
✔️ Parent parking will begin at 10:15 AM
✔️ Parent ID is required for check-in verification
✔️ All guests will enter through our OpenGate system for a security check
✔️ No strollers or car seats permitted
✔️ No minor children permitted
Attire Assistance:
If your student needs assistance with ceremony attire, please contact Mrs. Valentine-James for support.
📞 904-573-1000 ext. 999922
📧 ValentineE2@duvalschools.org
Eligibility Reminders:
✔️ Students who have been deemed ineligible for end-of-year activities are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students who did not receive a yes vote on their appeal are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students on a modified schedule are not permitted to attend the ceremony
✔️ Students must have all state testing completed by May 20 in order to participate in the ceremony
Families, please check your linked email for attire details and additional information. We are excited to celebrate our students, and we want this event to be memorable, organized, and worthy of the milestone.
Let’s finish strong, Raider Nation.
#RaiderNation #8thGradePromotion #ClassOf2026 #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #UrgencyInAction #OneWestside
☀️❤️🖤 Raider Nation Summer Camp Registration is Open 🖤❤️☀️
Raider Nation families, summer is coming, and we want to make sure our students stay engaged, active, and connected.
Our FREE Summer Camp, in partnership with Communities In Schools, Team-Up, and the Kids Hope Alliance, is an exciting opportunity for students to enjoy a full experience filled with class clubs, enrichment, field trips, field days, and water days. This is more than just summer supervision. It is a chance for students to learn, have fun, build relationships, and make lasting memories.
Important reminder:
⚠️ Spaces are limited
⚠️ Seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis
Families may sign up in one of two ways:
✔️ Complete the online application here: Camp Application
✔️ Pick up and submit a paper application in the Main Office
Please do not wait. If you are interested, complete the application as soon as possible so your student does not miss this opportunity.
For additional information, please see Ms. Faust.
#RaiderNation #SummerCamp #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #OneWestside #UrgencyInAction #CommunitiesInSchools #TeamUp #KidsHopeAlliance
☀️❤️🖤 Raider Nation Summer Camp Registration is Open 🖤❤️☀️
Raider Nation families, summer is coming, and we want to make sure our students stay engaged, active, and connected.
Our FREE Summer Camp, in partnership with Communities In Schools, Team-Up, and the Kids Hope Alliance, is an exciting opportunity for students to enjoy a full experience filled with class clubs, enrichment, field trips, field days, and water days. This is more than just summer supervision. It is a chance for students to learn, have fun, build relationships, and make lasting memories.
Important reminder:
⚠️ Spaces are limited
⚠️ Seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis
Families may sign up in one of two ways:
✔️ Complete the online application here: Camp Application
✔️ Pick up and submit a paper application in the Main Office
Please do not wait. If you are interested, complete the application as soon as possible so your student does not miss this opportunity.
For additional information, please see Ms. Faust.
#RaiderNation #SummerCamp #WestsideMiddle #TeamDuval #OneWestside #UrgencyInAction #CommunitiesInSchools #TeamUp #KidsHopeAlliance
