What academic term is relevant at West Port High School?

2026-2027 School Year runs from August 10, 2026 through May 26, 2027.

How much campus context is included in the West Port High School student guide?

The guide includes 6 approved campus terms and 6 local details from DormWay's campus reference library.

Does the West Port High School guide include the complete campus glossary?

Yes. All 6 approved campus glossary entries are available in the searchable campus-language section.

Where does the West Port High School student guide information come from?

Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come with links to campus sources.

West Port High SchoolStudent Guide

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Student guide · 2026-2027 School Year

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Relevant term: 2026-2027 School Year
Campus terms: 6
Local details: 6

Academic calendar

2026-2027 School Year runs Aug 10, 2026 – May 26, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Aug 10May 26, 2027
2026-2027 School YearRelevant now
Aug 10May 25, 2028
2027-2028 School Year

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Campus language

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6 terms

A

AICE: Advanced International Certificate of Education, the Cambridge academic program.

H

HOSA: Future Health Professionals, a student organization for those interested in healthcare careers.

M

MCCA: Marion County Center for the Arts, the magnet arts program hosted at West Port.

S

SGA: Student Government Association, the student leadership body on campus.

T

The Commons: The central cafeteria and student dining area where lunch is served.

W

Wolf Pack: The collective name for the West Port student body, used to promote school spirit.

Places and practicalities

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6 details

Alpha: The Alpha Center, the school's specialized program for gifted and high-achieving students.
Building 4: The specific campus building that houses the majority of the MCCA arts classrooms and studios.
Early Release: Designated days, often Wednesdays, where students are dismissed early for staff professional development.
Skyward: The online portal used by students and parents to track grades, attendance, and schedules.
The PAC: The Performing Arts Center, used for MCCA performances and school assemblies.
west_port_high_school_cafeteria: West Port High School Cafeteria

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What academic term is relevant now?: 2026-2027 School Year runs Aug 10, 2026 – May 26, 2027.
How much campus context is included?: 6 approved campus terms and 6 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?: Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?: Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

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Life in Ocala for West Port High School Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Ocala.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,300

Cost of Living Index

Student Population

8,000

City Transportation

Walkability

Bikeability

Public Transit

SunTran bus system

Nearest Airports

Ocala International Airport (OCF), Gainesville Regional Airport (nearby regional option)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

72°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Student Parking Lot (West Side)

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Accessed via 80th Avenue; requires unweighted GPA of 2.0 or higher.

PAC Parking Lot (East Side)

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Accessed via 38th Avenue for Performing Arts Center events.

Campus News

Latest updates from West Port High School

Ocala elementary teacher arrested for alleged molestation; detectives seek additional victims

A 54-year-old former PE teacher at an Ocala elementary school was arrested on felony charges following allegations from years prior.

Nov 2, 2026

Bomb threat sparks code red lockdown at West Port High School

The school was placed on lockdown following an anonymous bomb threat; no device was found, and the investigation remains ongoing.

May 1, 2026

Code Red Lockdown on May 1, 2026 due to an anonymous bomb threat; cleared after search with no threat found.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at West Port High School

Parent Academy: Graduation Requirements & Edgenuity

November 18, 2026

The Den

Monthly meeting designed to assist parents in making their child's senior year successful; snacks and prizes awarded.

Rock Band Winter Concert

November 20, 2026

Performing Arts Center (PAC)

Annual winter performance by the WPHS Rock Band students. Free admission.

Chorus & Orchestra Winter Concert

December 1, 2026

Performing Arts Center (PAC)

Winter musical showcase featuring the WPHS Chorus and Orchestra programs.

Winter Dance Show

December 4, 2026

Performing Arts Center (PAC)

Evening performance featuring various dance styles from the WPHS Dance Department. Tickets required.

Winter Dance Show (Matinee)

December 5, 2026

Performing Arts Center (PAC)

Afternoon performance by the WPHS Dance Department. Tickets required.

Theatre Winter Showcase

December 8, 2026

Performing Arts Center (PAC)

Annual winter showcase featuring theatre student performances. Tickets required.

Guitar Winter Concert

December 11, 2026

Performing Arts Center (PAC)

Winter concert featuring classical and contemporary guitar performances.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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