Congratulations to Not Fair, Bear! by for being crowned Westover’s Book Battle Winner!
Our students loved following the adventures of Bear and Squirrel, and the fun was made even better thanks to our very own Officer Vineyard, who brought the story to life as one of our special guest readers. 💙
From 16 amazing picture books down to one final winner, our Bears have spent the year building a love for reading, sharing opinions, and cheering on their favorite stories. Thank you to all of our staff, guest readers, and students who made Battle of the Books such a fun experience at Westover!
And remember… even when things seem “not fair,” books always bring us together. 📖✨

The school year may be ending, but the reading fun is just getting started! Mrs. Susan and the Westover Library are challenging ALL Bears to keep reading this summer with our Westover Summer Reading Program! 🐻❤️
📖 3 Book Challenge (Grades 6-8)
Designed especially for our older students! We challenge you to step outside your comfort zone and read THREE great chapter books this summer — maybe an award winner, a popular series, or a book genre you’ve never tried before. Discover new characters, new adventures, and maybe even a new favorite book!
⏱️ 600 Minute Challenge (Grades 3-5)
Read all summer long and track your reading minutes!
🏆 20 Book Challenge (Grades 1-2)
For our little readers ready to go all in this summer!
Whether you read at the pool, on vacation, before bedtime, or curled up on the couch, every page counts! Summer reading helps our students stay sharp, grow their imagination, and be ready to start the new school year strong.
✨ Parents — we would LOVE to see our Bears reading this summer! Share your reading pictures and adventures using our summer reading hashtag:
#WestoverReads
Reading logs will be sent home with report cards and shared online. We can’t wait to celebrate all of our summer readers in August!

Please join us as we honor the Westover 8th Grade Class of 2026 at graduation tonight at 6:00 PM in the Nancy Tyler Wilson Memorial Gymnasium.
This class has brought leadership, laughter, school spirit, kindness, and unforgettable memories to our halls, and we are so proud of each and every one of them. Their futures are bright, and we can’t wait to see where the journey ahead takes them.
Help us pack the gym and celebrate an incredible group of students as they take their next big step.
#OnceABearAlwaysABear #ClassOf2026 #NoPlaceLikeWestover

Please read this important information from our school nurses and make arrangements to take care of these things if you haven't already!
We appreciate your continued support.












As this special week comes to a close, we just want to say thank you.
To our teachers and staff—your love, dedication, and hard work make a difference in the lives of our students every single day. You are the heart of Westover, and we are so grateful for all that you do.
We appreciate you. We thank you. We celebrate you. 💙
#ThereIsNoPlaceLikeWestover

🎉🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight: Our Specials Teachers! 🎨🎶🏀📚🎺
Today we are shining the spotlight on the incredible teachers who bring movement, music, creativity, and a love of reading to Westover every single day! These educators make learning come alive in ways our students will never forget.
🏀 Daniel Mitchell & Mark Malone – Our amazing PE teachers who keep our Bears active, healthy, and having fun while learning teamwork and sportsmanship.
📚 Susan Crownover – Our wonderful librarian who opens the door to imagination, adventure, and a lifelong love of books.
🎺 Ashlyn Hall – Our talented band teacher who helps students discover confidence, discipline, and the joy of making music.
🎶 Grace Kennedy – Our outstanding music teacher who fills our halls with rhythm, joy, and creativity.
🎨 Brent Coffman – Our gifted art teacher who inspires students to create, imagine, and express themselves in beautiful ways.
We are so thankful for each of these teachers and the special gifts they share with our students every day. Westover is a better place because of you! 💙🐻💛
👇 Help us celebrate them in the comments with a thank you message! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #WestoverBears #SpecialsTeachersRock

Kelly Mac is truly one of a kind! She’s a friend to all, always ready with a good laugh, and brings so much joy to those around her. But beyond the smiles, she is incredibly smart, thoughtful, and deeply caring with every single student she serves.
Her patience, heart, and dedication make a lasting impact in our CDC classroom each and every day—and we are so lucky to have her at Westover!
You just can’t beat Mrs. Kelly! 💙
Help us show Ms. Kelly McAdams some love in the comments! 👇 #ThereIsNoPlaceLikeWestover

Today we are celebrating the amazing educators who guide, encourage, challenge, and inspire our middle school students each and every day. Middle school is such an important season of growth, and these teachers show up daily with patience, passion, and hearts full of love for kids.
A huge shoutout to Molly Taylor, Cari Hays, Keith Runyon, Brittany Immormino, Lindsay Campbell, Will Tate, Susan McKee, Megan Fesmire, and Jodi Duncan for all you do to make Westover a place where students feel seen, supported, and successful.
From teaching lessons and building confidence, to cheering students on and helping them navigate these important years—you make a difference that goes far beyond the classroom walls.
💙 Thank you for investing in our students.
💛 Thank you for believing in them.
💙 Thank you for loving Westover well.
Drop a ❤️ or leave a kind comment below to help us celebrate these awesome middle school teachers! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #WestoverProud #BestTeachersAround

Our 3rd–5th grade teachers do so much more than teach lessons—they build confidence, inspire curiosity, and prepare students for the next big steps in their educational journey. These incredible educators challenge our Bears to think deeper, work harder, dream bigger, and believe in themselves every single day. 💙🐻
A huge Westover THANK YOU to this outstanding team:
🍎 Melissa Gray
🍎 Kelly Eliff
🍎 Michelle Rogers
🍎 Betty Davis
🍎 Bethany Abraham
🍎 Regina Britt
🍎 Tina Frizzell
🍎 Laura Jones
🍎 Michelle Douglas
Your dedication, encouragement, and love for students make a lasting difference every day. Westover is stronger because of you! 💙
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #WestoverBears #GrowingGreatness #FutureLeadersStartHere #WeLoveOurTeachers

Today we are celebrating two of the very best—our incredible school nurses, Missy Hays and Joanna Ross! These ladies do so much more than bandage scrapes and check temperatures… they care for our students with compassion, patience, and so much love every single day. 🐻✨
From big needs to small moments, they take the time to make every child feel safe, seen, and cared for. We are beyond grateful for the way they support our students and families—it truly makes a difference!
💬 Let’s shower them with appreciation!
Drop a comment below to thank our nurses, share a kind word, or tell how they’ve helped you or your child!
#NurseAppreciationDay #WestoverFamily #ThankYouNurses 💙🐻

Westover families, please note a schedule change for our upcoming Awards Day.
Due to scheduling adjustments, Awards Day has been moved from Friday, May 15th to Tuesday, May 19th.
⏰ All ceremony times will remain the same.
We look forward to celebrating our students and all of their hard work this year—thank you for your flexibility and continued support! 🐻💛
#ThereIsNoPlaceLikeWestover #BearPride
Today we are also celebrating three amazing educators who make a life-changing impact every single day—Elizabeth Vineyard, Kelly Moffitt, and Jessica Simpson.
Through patience, compassion, encouragement, and hard work, they help students grow, succeed, and believe in themselves. Their hearts for children and dedication to meeting every need make Westover stronger each day.
Thank you for creating safe spaces, building confidence, and making a difference that lasts far beyond the classroom. We appreciate you more than words can say! 💙
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #WestoverProud #DifferenceMakers

