Michelle Sanchez-Perez

M-DCPS Principal - Henry S. West Laboratory School

[West Lab @westlabschool]

#StudentSpotlight
We’re proud to celebrate Saahas, whose documentary, Voices of Miami: One Grove, was screened at the Urban Film Festival & received the award for Best Youth Film. Through Voices of Miami, he is preserving the stories, history & voices of communities.

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Our amazing teachers & staff were treated to a surprise coffee break filled with sweet treats & lots of appreciation! It was a small way to say THANK YOU to the incredible people who show up every day, give their all & make West Lab a special place for our students & families.

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Going Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness 💛🎗️ West Lab came together to shine a little brighter for our brave childhood cancer warriors & their families. Our students & staff wore gold ribbons, pins & bows to show our support and spread awareness. Together, we stand strong

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Honoring the flag & those who serve. Our West Lab dads, & military veterans, joined our Safety Patrols to teach them how to properly fold the American flag & shared the meaning behind this cherished symbol. They received a special lesson in respect, tradition & patriotism 🇺🇸

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What an incredible Open House! We came together to kick off the school year with energy & excitement! From reconnecting with familiar faces, meeting new teachers, exploring classrooms & building relationships, our school was filled with smiles, enthusiasm, & anticipation.

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Please join us in welcoming our new School Resource Officer, Officer Elliott👮‍♂️! We’re excited to him join our West Lab family & look forward to working together to keep our students & staff safe, supported & successful. Welcome to the family! 💙 #YourBestChoiceMDCPS

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Our "A" rating reflects the strength of our school community & the power of working together. To our faculty & staff, parents & families, thank you for your trust, encouragement & continued partnership. Together, we’re #PioneeringTomorrowToday
#YourBestChoiceMDCPS

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Mrs. Jose's 8th grade #Science students are the 2026 winners of the Crunch Time EduSmart “Smart Cookie” Competition for the Central Region! This outstanding achievement reflects their hard work, creativity, scientific knowledge & dedication. Congratulations!

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Meet Elena & Clara! Elena demonstrates kindness, responsibility & a willingness to help others. Clara consistently goes above & beyond to help create a positive & welcoming classroom environment. Both are always willing to lend a hand around the classroom. #YourBestChoiceMDCPS

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Congratulations to our Values Matter #integrity recipients. We are so proud of you! Keep up the wonderful work! #YourBestChoiceMDCPS
#PioneeringTomorrowToday @MDCPSCentral @MDCPS @StdtSvcsMDCPS @SuptDotres @MsSwainCRO

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Great morning at West Laboratory K-8 School, where I had the pleasure of meeting students and parents during the Values Matter Award Ceremony focused on Integrity. @westlabschool

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Congratulations to WestLab K-8 School for earning an A status! Thank you, Principal Dr. Sanchez-Perez, for your exemplary leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence., staff, and families of the @westlabschool

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Congrats to West Lab on a superb Fairchild Challenge Awards Ceremony showing! Special thanks to Mrs. Jose for inspiring & guiding our students throughout the Challenge. 3rd grader Santos, middle schoolers Sheva & Paulina earned Special Merit. Our pollinator garden tied for 1st

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We celebrate the incredible teachers who lead with passion & purpose. Each of our teachers brings something truly special to the classroom. Collectively, they are the ❤️ of our school, creating a place that feels like home & family for our students. Happy Teacher Appreciation!

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Please join us in congratulating the Harris Family on being named West Lab's 25–26 Family of the Year! This recognition celebrates their exceptional commitment, unwavering support & meaningful engagement within our school community. #YourBestChoiceMDCPS #PioneeringTomorrowToday

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Congratulations to our Values Matter #honesty recipients. We are so proud of you! Keep up the wonderful work! #YourBestChoiceMDCPS
#PioneeringTomorrowToday @MDCPSCentral @MDCPS @StdtSvcsMDCPS @SuptDotres @MsSwainCRO

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April is the Month of the Military Child. We recognize the strength, resilience & sacrifices of military children as their parents serve our nation. Let’s come together to recognize & thank military children for their courage & commitment 💜
#PurpleUp4MilitaryKids

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Meet Milan Rueda, a Kindergarten student with a big heart 💙 He is kind & compassionate & is always looking for ways to help others. He participated in a food rescue, collecting donations, delivering meals & helping with cleanup. #YourBestChoiceMDCPS #PioneeringTomorrowToday

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What a joy it was to watch our 3rd graders shine during their performance at Dadeland Mall! From their incredible singing & recorder playing to their confident solos & instrumental moments. Every second was special. Thank you to our 3rd grade & Music teachers

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Judges from Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden visited our campus to evaluate our Pollinator Garden. Mrs. Jose's students have done an incredible job planting, tending & caring for the garden while learning about the important role pollinators play in our ecosystem.