Latest Issue | September 4, 2024
Dr. Gotto takes a closer look at the Bond issue that will be on the November Ballot
Our first Mental Health Minute explains four ways you might be able to help prevent suicide.
Westy Athletics makes a strong start to the school year with its new athletic director.
Our student spotlight talks about his success with AVID.
Our transportation team is so lucky to have a driver like Brenda.
Students won't be the only ones from WPS learning at the DMNS.
Bravery comes in many different forms- and this teacher found it by island hopping in the South Pacific.
Mark your calendars to celebrate the expansion of STEM and CTE programming in Adams County.
A training program is equipping staff with vital mental health skills to create a more supportive workplace.
This year’s parade will be a little bit shorter and a whole lot sweeter.
STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Every month we feature a new WPS staff member from around the district!
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Every month we feature a new student from around the district!
FEEL GOOD STORIES
Sometimes we just need to be reminded of all the good things going on in the world!
What's Up WPS | Past Editions
For the second year in a row, the Nibblin’ Dragons snack cart raised $1500 to donate to the CU Cancer Center at Anschutz.
Aside from being our student spotlight, Angel is a recent winner of the Westminster/Broomfield Optimist Club’s Student of the Year award.
With their former principal cheering them on, 110 Hidden Lake Secondary School graduates walked across the stage at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House to begin the next chapter of their lives.
The stunning view of the Rocky Mountains met Westminster High School students and their families as they celebrated graduation at the Colorado Convention Center.
No better way to end the school year with popsicles and time outside.
A tradition like no other at Westminster High School was extra special this year.
WHS Senior Makayla Galler has her sights set on the moon, Mars, and beyond!
This evening, employees who announced their retirement will be celebrated at the WHS Cafe.
Superintendent Swanson speaks about her optimism for WPS in this week's note.
Maureen Barela-Wille, the third 2023 Westminster Elks Teacher of the Year, is the subject of this week’s video profile.
This year's LatinaCon saw over 180 high school and middle school students and parents attend a day of learning sessions and special guest speakers.
Germaine earned her teaching license, and her students at John E Flynn A Marzano Academy are the beneficiaries.
This spring, the Human Resources Department held the first of many meetings with current WPS Educational Support Professionals (ESP) to encourage them to go back to school and get their teaching license.
Sandoval has joined the Human Resources team as the new Director of Wellness.
The students' work are featured in a collaborative artwork by Adams County artist Mollie Hosmer-Dillard
Superintendent Swanson speaks on all teachers and students who received great awards this month.
Firefighters taught the students that when firefighters show up in full uniform wearing masks and helmets there is no reason to fear them.
Westminster High Schools’ Top 10 Students received special recognition last week at the annual brunch hosted by Dr. Pam Swanson.
The Westminster Public Schools Drone Soccer team took home the silver medal in the first ever Academic Drone Soccer World Cup in San Diego last month
Close to 100 awards were handed out to students in a range of categories from CTE exhibit, visual arts and performing arts.
Maureen Barela-Wille, Anne Farrell and Nicole Hurd have been named 2024 Westminster Elks Teachers of the year.
Brooke is known for buzzer beaters and coming through for her team when the pressure is on.
She is a wizard in accounting and has deep roots in Westminster Public Schools.
In her final meeting with the Superintendent Support Cabinet and the Teacher Leadership Cabinet, Dr. Swanson reflects on the conversations over the years.
What’s up WPS talked with Ceezer Garcia just days before receiving his scholarship from the NFL Hall of Fame QB.