Latest Issue | May 14, 2025
The district has revised some of the Westminster Public Schools Dress Code guidelines for the 2025-26 school year.
We still want to hear from you. Please email your thoughts, questions, or suggestions to FTFI@wps.org.
"We’re building a roadmap together, and everyone has a role to play.”
Tailored support fosters social and academic growth in students with autism.
WPS leaders celebrated the hard work of Westminster High School’s top students at the annual Top Ten Brunch on Monday, May 12.
While touring the Ranum campus and Metropolitan Arts Academy, Colorado Department of Education Commissioner Susana Córdova saw firsthand how the district is working to prepare students for the day after graduation.
Check out our WPS Summer Guide for activities happening all summer long.
Westminster High School students kicked off Teacher Appreciation Week with a surprise portrait gallery featuring all their teachers.
Congratulations to Justice Avila, Jhoan Chirinos Pereira and Ana Karen Mendoza Ontiveros who have been named recipients of the 2025 Adams County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards.
Two graduations in one fun day! Congratulations Westy and Hidden Lake!
STAFF SPOTLIGHT
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Every month we feature a new student from around the district!
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Caden Quintana, Brionna Giovengo and Maria Nunez have been named the Westminster Elks Teachers of the Year for the 2024-25 school year after being recognized for their exceptional work in the classroom.
Public input will play a critical role in the decision-making process as our Board of Education considers the best use of our resources. A community meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 8, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Daniel C. Vallez Family Education Center.
Westminster Public Schools will once again be partnering with local agencies to provide free summer meals to all children up to the age of 18 at sites across the Westminster region.
The Alto Clinic provides physical and mental health services, as well as help with enrollment in Medicaid and CHP+
Stop by to fill up your garden and grab a perfect Mother's Day Gift!
Question: What is hockey without ice and skates?
Answer: A lot of Fun.
“I see Westminster Public Schools as a resource I can use to set up my life before I know exactly what to do with it.”
We are so grateful to have passionate and skilled leaders like Geoa making a difference every day in Westminster Public Schools.
Join our Community Input Session to help shape the future of our schools on Thursday, May 8, from 5 - 7 pm at the Daniel C. Vallez Family Education Center.
Join us in celebrating the district’s retiring employees on May 19 from 4 - 6 pm in the WHS café.
Four new leadership appointments reflect not just a change in leadership—but a continuation of our shared vision for excellence, innovation, professional growth, and student success.
Kodi Kelly, Doug Kurzawski, and Stephanie Fick have been named principals at Sherrelwood, Mesa and Fairview Elementary schools.
From the MMA ring to the principal’s office, Maureen Bangsund brings grit, heart, and an unstoppable vision to Westminster High School.
Who said Prom is just for teenagers?
The WPS Board of Education recognized Sheryl McCoy, Administrative Assistant in Human Resources, and Heidi Weekley, Executive Director of Integrated Services.
IB Visual Arts students explore themes of belonging, mental health and AI.
Sandra Lopez is a shining example of courage, perseverance, and the power of education. We’re so proud of her journey and can’t wait to see what she does next. Congratulations, Sandra!
“I love what I do,” Sanjuanita Carbajal says. “It never feels like a job.”
“Working with everyone in this building the past four years, I know the heart that is in this building. I’m excited to continue to work with everyone and keep moving forward.”
The Future Together Facilities Initiative (FTFI) Committee held its first two meetings and will begin to study each of our school buildings.