Our Story
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Pembroke Pines Charter Middle School West (PPCMSW), located in the City of Pembroke Pines, borders the Everglades and is the furthest west of the schools in our system. The city itself is situated between the metropolitan areas of Miami and Ft. Lauderdale and covers a 35-square mile region. Boasting thriving residential communities, businesses, restaurants, high-performing schools, state-of-the-art hospitals, vibrant parks, and family-oriented recreation centers, Western Pembroke Pines is widely regarded as a safe and desirable place to reside. Originally a small community, this residential area burgeoned
following the devastation Miami-Dade County experienced in 1992 as a result of Hurricane Andrew. In addition to significantly increasing the total population of the community, this influx also dramatically shifted its demographic makeup, with a notable surge in Hispanic residents. Today, Hispanics comprise 41% of the 154,750 inhabitants of Pembroke Pines, followed by 33% White, 18% African American, and 5% Asian. Despite being one of the most populous cities in the state, Pembroke Pines maintains a small-town feel. In 2008 and again in 2010,Business Week named Pembroke Pines the "Best Place to Raise Your Kids" in Florida. In past years, the city has received various other prestigious distinctions including the National Civic League's coveted "All American City Award" and the U.S. Conference of Mayors' "City Livability Award".
PPCMSW prides itself on fostering this same community-oriented atmosphere. Business partnerships, charity sponsorship, participation in city celebrations, and cultural enrichment activities are all evidence of the school's involvement in and commitment to the community. The demographic makeup of the West Campus's 632 students closely mirrors the rich cultural diversity of the community and consists of 41% Hispanics, 29% Whites, 22% African Americans, 6% Asians, and 2% other. Of this diverse student population, 10% receive Free or Reduced Lunch, 12% are Students with Disabilities, and 10% are in Exceptional Student Education. In appreciation of the over 35 nationalities and various ethnic backgrounds represented by the student body, PPCMSW incorporates multiculturalism into the curriculum. Language arts and social studies classes cover interdisciplinary units of study focusing on African American, Hispanic, and Jewish heritage and history, while Spanish, art, and music classes expose students to cultural artifacts and practices from around the world. As part of the character education provided to every student in homeroom, tolerance and appreciation of individual differences are further underscored.
following the devastation Miami-Dade County experienced in 1992 as a result of Hurricane Andrew. In addition to significantly increasing the total population of the community, this influx also dramatically shifted its demographic makeup, with a notable surge in Hispanic residents. Today, Hispanics comprise 41% of the 154,750 inhabitants of Pembroke Pines, followed by 33% White, 18% African American, and 5% Asian. Despite being one of the most populous cities in the state, Pembroke Pines maintains a small-town feel. In 2008 and again in 2010,Business Week named Pembroke Pines the "Best Place to Raise Your Kids" in Florida. In past years, the city has received various other prestigious distinctions including the National Civic League's coveted "All American City Award" and the U.S. Conference of Mayors' "City Livability Award".
PPCMSW prides itself on fostering this same community-oriented atmosphere. Business partnerships, charity sponsorship, participation in city celebrations, and cultural enrichment activities are all evidence of the school's involvement in and commitment to the community. The demographic makeup of the West Campus's 632 students closely mirrors the rich cultural diversity of the community and consists of 41% Hispanics, 29% Whites, 22% African Americans, 6% Asians, and 2% other. Of this diverse student population, 10% receive Free or Reduced Lunch, 12% are Students with Disabilities, and 10% are in Exceptional Student Education. In appreciation of the over 35 nationalities and various ethnic backgrounds represented by the student body, PPCMSW incorporates multiculturalism into the curriculum. Language arts and social studies classes cover interdisciplinary units of study focusing on African American, Hispanic, and Jewish heritage and history, while Spanish, art, and music classes expose students to cultural artifacts and practices from around the world. As part of the character education provided to every student in homeroom, tolerance and appreciation of individual differences are further underscored.