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Parents, now is the time!

At OCPS, we believe that every student deserves a thriving future, and it all starts with the right educational foundation. Click below to enroll your child and become part of a community that’s united in purpose and passionate about student success.

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ParentSquare is a unified communication platform that offers a variety of tools that allow the district, school administrators and teachers to more effectively communicate and engage with families and students.

Click here to learn more!
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If you are experiencing issues with an OCPS Parent Portal Application (i.e. Skyward Family Access, Canvas Parent) please click below for support.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL MEET THE TEACHER NIGHT

Mark your calendars! We can’t wait to welcome our families back for the upcoming school year. To help manage traffic and give everyone the best experience, we have tailored tracks for our grade levels.

Check out the schedule below to plan your evening.

6th Grade Transition Track

Designed for getting to know the campus and practicing the daily routine.

  • 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Principal’s Welcome Address and Guidance Counselor Presentation (Auditorium)
  • 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM: Simulated Bell Schedule. Students and parents will walk through an abbreviated 7-period day to meet every teacher.
  • 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM: Club and Vendor Fair (Gym) – Meet our Partners in Education (PIE), the YMCA after-school team, and sign up for school clubs.

7th and 8th Grade Track

Welcome back, veterans! A mix of information and open exploration.

  • 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Principal’s Welcome Address and Guidance Presentation (Auditorium)
  • 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Open House Format. Visit classrooms, meet your teachers, drop off school supplies, and explore the Club and Vendor Fair in the Gym at your own pace.

All Evening: The Gym Hub (4:00 PM – 7:30 PM)

Don't forget to stop by the Gym to check out:

  • School Clubs and Sports Teams
  • Partners in Education (PIE)
  • YMCA After-School Program Info
  • Spirit Wear and PTA/PTSO Sign-ups

Tip for 6th Graders: Please have a digital copy or printout of your class schedule ready on your phone before 4:30 PM, so you know where to go for Period 1. The schedules will be released towards the end of July. 

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Vision: Every student graduates prepared and inspired for a thriving future.

Mission: Together with our families and the community, we empower students with a superior academic experience, essential life skills, and boundless opportunities.

Address: 17000 Water Spring Boulevard, Winter Garden, FL. 34787

Phone: 407-993-7500

Principal: Korey Bawden

Mascot: Wade Wildcat

Colors: Teal, Navy

School Hours: 9:30 a.m.  –  4:04 p.m.

Grades: 6th –  8th

Principal’s Message
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Wildcat families,

Welcome to Water Spring Middle School! We just completed a wonderful 2025-2026 school year. Thank you to all of our teachers, staff, volunteers, family members, and students. This is truly an amazing community, and I look forward to the 2026-2027 school year. 

If you are new to Water Spring Middle School, welcome! We are excited to embark on this journey together. You can visit our enrollment page and view frequently asked questions, required documents, checklists, and even register online! If you have any registration questions, please reach out to Karen Bukowski at karen.bukowski@ocps.net.

Above all, we hope our students take this summer to relax, play, and truly recharge for the year ahead. While taking a break is important, simply opening a book and reading together each night is one of the most powerful learning tools you can use. Whether it's a graphic novel, a bedtime story, or an adventure tale, regular reading keeps young minds sharp and curious. Enjoy the sunshine, explore something new, dive into a great book, and we can't wait to see all of our Water Spring Wildcats back this fall!

Again, I hope you enjoy your summer! We will see you soon. 

Korey Bawden

Principal, Water Spring Middle School