Miami Northwestern High School

Miami Northwestern Senior High School is a public, four-year high school located in the Liberty City neighborhood of Miami, Florida in the United States. Affectionately known as "Da West," the school is one of only two of Miami's historically-Black high schools that remains open. In addition to being known for its storied football and track programs, Northwestern is home to several successful magnet programs that offer students training to prepare them for careers in the medical field and performing and visual arts. It boasts a large and loyal alumni base consisting of elected officials, educators, professional athletes, musicians, doctors, attorneys, pilots, filmmakers, etc. The student body is predominantly Black. The school's mascot is "Leroy the Bull" and its colors are royal blue and old gold. Some of its notable alumni include Congresswoman Frederica Wilson, history-making pilot Barrington Irving, Oscar-winning filmmaker Barry Jenkins, NFL quarterback Teddy Bridgewater and many more. Throughout his professional career, Bridgewater remained heavily involved with the school’s athletic programs - including serving as its head football coach, and leading the school to its ninth state championship in the 2024 season.