Who We Are
High expectations.
High achievement for all.
No excuses.
Welcome to Westwood Intermediate and Middle School! We are a vibrant learning community serving Spring Lake Park Schools' students in grades 5-8.
One School, Two Programs
While all under one roof, Westwood has separate programs and spaces for grades 5-6 intermediate students and grades 7-8 middle school students.
Innovative and Personalized Learning
Each student at Westwood Intermediate and Middle School is known by name, strength, interest and need, leading to personalized student work and learning experiences.
State of the Art Facilities
Many portions of Westwood Intermediate and Middle School have been redesigned to provide flexible learning environments that allow teachers to meet the varied needs and interests of students.
Immersion Programming
Students coming to Westwood from Woodcrest Spanish Immersion can continue their learning through Westwood’s immersion programming.
Panther Pride
Amazing things are happening every day at Westwood Intermediate and Middle School – learn more about our Westwood stories and voices.
Why I’m #SLPPantherProud
Hear from our staff, students and community about the amazing things that are happening at Westwood every day.
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Teacher, Westwood
I LOVE seeing my students engaged and excited about learning through their own creativity with Project Based Learning.
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Parent, Westwood
It’s not just about academics. When we look at our kids potential and how this district is preparing them, they provided all the tools they need for our students to be good citizens.
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Academic Specialist, Centerview
I love working with my students and colleagues at Westwood. Every year we try new things, new lessons, new technology, new activities. There is such a spirit of growth and learning here at SLP. That is why I am #SLPPantherProud.
![Jennie Hayle teaching students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532435643/springlakeparkschoolsorg/jfaez1hcgbwtpfyntzen/Jennie-Hayle.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532435643/springlakeparkschoolsorg/jfaez1hcgbwtpfyntzen/Jennie-Hayle.png","width":500}])
Teacher, Westwood
I personalize learning for my students by getting to know them first. Building relationships with the students is crucial to knowing what they need and being able to design lessons based on their strength, skill interest and need.
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Principal, Westwood
I think Westwood is a great place for students to learn because our staff knows each child by their interests and strengths.
News
In Other News…
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The Spring Lake Park School Board held a regular meeting on Tuesday, December 11.
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Spring Lake Park Schools gave away 90 bikes, donated from the Bikes 4 Kids organization, to students at a bike giveaway event held at Spring Lake Park High School on Saturday, December 8.
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During winter break, the District Services Center (DSC) and other buildings in Spring Lake Park Schools will have different hours.
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The Opportunities in Emergency Care (OEC) program kicked off their 23rd annual Adopt-A-Family fund drive.
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Spring Lake Park Lighthouse School will host their annual Winter Bazaar to showcase student learning on Thursday, December 6 from 3-6 p.m.
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After months of consideration and review of several options, Superintendent Jeff Ronneberg and district leaders presented the recommendation for athletics and activities facilities improvements at the October 30 school board work session.
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