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Welcome to Southwest Middle School! Our team is here to support you and your family.
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Student support at Southwest Middle School includes access to a school counselor, social workers and a school resource officer to help students grow socially and academically.
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ParentVUE is a web and mobile application that can be used to access your student’s academic information.
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Southwest Middle School believes individual students will benefit through opportunities to grow physically and intellectually through their experience in self-discipline and their contribution to team effort made possible through competitive extracurricular activities.
![SWMS Tiger Talk]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/jnssnosaj0rm3aox8qiy/SWMSGroupRespect.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/jnssnosaj0rm3aox8qiy/SWMSGroupRespect.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/jnssnosaj0rm3aox8qiy/SWMSGroupRespect.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/jnssnosaj0rm3aox8qiy/SWMSGroupRespect.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/jnssnosaj0rm3aox8qiy/SWMSGroupRespect.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/jnssnosaj0rm3aox8qiy/SWMSGroupRespect.jpg","width":2148}])
Stay in the know by listening to our weekly announcements, SWMS Tiger Talk, on YouTube.
![Albert Lea Tigers Unite]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/il8i2en3gbnrflfctlhd/SWMSHonorsOrch23_24.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/il8i2en3gbnrflfctlhd/SWMSHonorsOrch23_24.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/il8i2en3gbnrflfctlhd/SWMSHonorsOrch23_24.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/il8i2en3gbnrflfctlhd/SWMSHonorsOrch23_24.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/il8i2en3gbnrflfctlhd/SWMSHonorsOrch23_24.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1717119278/alschoolsorg/il8i2en3gbnrflfctlhd/SWMSHonorsOrch23_24.jpg","width":2200}])
A new mobile app, Albert Lea Tigers Unite, is now ready for download! This will serve as a one-stop resource to connect with your student's classroom teacher as well as keep up-to-date with events within the school community.
Upcoming Events
The Tiger Experience
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Start your student's journey today! At Albert Lea Area Schools, our dedicated staff enriches your child's educational experience with personalized support and engaging programs.
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Passionate about student activities? Southwest Middle School is always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic coaches!
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Join our team and enjoy a wealth of benefits tailored to support you in your journey as a classroom teacher.