Dear West Lee Families, 

I am Aimee Petrarca, and I am the new principal at West Lee Middle School.  I was born and raised in Lee County.  I was a West Lee yellow jacket from 1987-1990.  I am thrilled to be here and to be part of the journey in a school that I have always loved.  West Lee was a wonderful place for me to learn and grow as a student.  I am eager to be part of that legacy for your student this year.  

I began my career in education in 1998.  I was a teacher for many years.  I loved teaching and growing students.  As my career grew, I grew to love teaching and coaching teachers.  That led me to the path of school administration.  While I love what I do, I sometimes will pop into a classroom to share a lesson, a story, or just remind students of my expectations for excellence.  I have never met a student that could not grow with the right expectations and guidance.  

I run a tight ship.  We have a monumental purpose in schools.  The business of learning is critically important to the future of every student in this school.  For that reason, the school must be safe, supportive, caring, inspiring, and focused.  Your students should come here every day knowing that they will learn and grow.  Teachers will come here everyday knowing that the tools they provide each day will impact the future success of their students.  

In my experience, partnerships between home and school provide the very best opportunity for your students.  We will have high expectations for your students just like you do.  We are invested in their success and growth.  It is my honor and privilege to serve at West Lee.  Please reach out if I can be of any assistance to you as we prepare your child for their future.  I cannot wait to see what we can all accomplish together here at West Lee Middle School.