News + Announcements
![Learning That Saves Lives: Ranum Students Connect Classroom Learning to Real-World Healing]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761688846/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yo7kajjmuuxcgedezsxt/Ranum.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761688846/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yo7kajjmuuxcgedezsxt/Ranum.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761688846/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yo7kajjmuuxcgedezsxt/Ranum.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761688846/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yo7kajjmuuxcgedezsxt/Ranum.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761688846/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yo7kajjmuuxcgedezsxt/Ranum.png","width":1280}])
The visit kicked off a new partnership between HOSA, Ranum, and the Emily Whitehead Foundation.
![Westminster High Wins $20,000 Shopping Spree!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761677797/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kastqxpnibsbj536uqyv/BestBuy.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761677797/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kastqxpnibsbj536uqyv/BestBuy.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761677797/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kastqxpnibsbj536uqyv/BestBuy.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761677797/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kastqxpnibsbj536uqyv/BestBuy.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761677797/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kastqxpnibsbj536uqyv/BestBuy.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761677797/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kastqxpnibsbj536uqyv/BestBuy.png","width":2200}])
The school used much of the prize money to buy products to motivate students throughout the year.
![Meet Fernanda Galvan, WHS Student Ambassador]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761672205/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rddwakwjxyb0pkgkmxxu/Fernanda.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761672205/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rddwakwjxyb0pkgkmxxu/Fernanda.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761672205/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rddwakwjxyb0pkgkmxxu/Fernanda.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761672205/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rddwakwjxyb0pkgkmxxu/Fernanda.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761672205/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rddwakwjxyb0pkgkmxxu/Fernanda.png","width":1280}])
“I want to give a voice and place in our community to all students."
![8th Grade ‘Career Expo’ Prepares Students for Bright Futures]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759165549/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/uok8ulpm3mlgmpleotyg/ACEC.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759165549/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/uok8ulpm3mlgmpleotyg/ACEC.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759165549/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/uok8ulpm3mlgmpleotyg/ACEC.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1759165549/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/uok8ulpm3mlgmpleotyg/ACEC.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759165549/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/uok8ulpm3mlgmpleotyg/ACEC.png","width":1280}])
Eighth graders across the district explored potential career paths at the Adams County Career Expo
![BMX Riders Deliver Message of Kindness and Resilience at Westminster High]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758052967/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kbqy1va3twrozpe0uhi0/NoHateBMX.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758052967/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kbqy1va3twrozpe0uhi0/NoHateBMX.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1758052967/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kbqy1va3twrozpe0uhi0/NoHateBMX.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1758052967/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kbqy1va3twrozpe0uhi0/NoHateBMX.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758052967/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kbqy1va3twrozpe0uhi0/NoHateBMX.png","width":1280}])
Beyond the flips and tricks, the program was about the need to stop bullying in all forms
![WPS Students Remember 9/11 with Stair Climb Challenge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758050443/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lqonij4xxnusqjrcgfcp/StairClimb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758050443/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lqonij4xxnusqjrcgfcp/StairClimb.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1758050443/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lqonij4xxnusqjrcgfcp/StairClimb.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1758050443/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lqonij4xxnusqjrcgfcp/StairClimb.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758050443/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lqonij4xxnusqjrcgfcp/StairClimb.png","width":1280}])
Cross-country team raises money for fallen firefighters
![Westminster High School Homecoming Carnival set for September 27]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758043753/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/dkfegtaopjotvsyi7u4i/Carnival.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758043753/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/dkfegtaopjotvsyi7u4i/Carnival.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1758043753/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/dkfegtaopjotvsyi7u4i/Carnival.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1758043753/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/dkfegtaopjotvsyi7u4i/Carnival.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758043753/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/dkfegtaopjotvsyi7u4i/Carnival.png","width":1280}])
Brand-new Homecoming Carnival to take the place of Homecoming Parade
![Ranum-Anschutz Research Internship Battles Cancer]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756487497/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/vuueo6yzf3txzki79unz/RanumAnschutz.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756487497/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/vuueo6yzf3txzki79unz/RanumAnschutz.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756487497/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/vuueo6yzf3txzki79unz/RanumAnschutz.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756487497/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/vuueo6yzf3txzki79unz/RanumAnschutz.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756487497/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/vuueo6yzf3txzki79unz/RanumAnschutz.png","width":1280}])
“I got to dive into cancer research hands-on and really understood how challenging and exciting this field is,” he said. “It confirmed that I want to pursue science as a career. It’s an amazing opportunity.”
![Wolves Football Players Have Safer Helmets]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756416303/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ek7hohptwebivzuow650/HelbigHelmet.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756416303/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ek7hohptwebivzuow650/HelbigHelmet.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756416303/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ek7hohptwebivzuow650/HelbigHelmet.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756416303/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ek7hohptwebivzuow650/HelbigHelmet.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756416303/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ek7hohptwebivzuow650/HelbigHelmet.png","width":1280}])
WHS Wolves test out their new high-tech helmets from Denver Broncos.
![New Football Coach Brings Passion and Purpose to the Wolves]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755285527/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kyyfsoybrvzouzn0ghgn/Helbig.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755285527/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kyyfsoybrvzouzn0ghgn/Helbig.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755285527/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kyyfsoybrvzouzn0ghgn/Helbig.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1755285527/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kyyfsoybrvzouzn0ghgn/Helbig.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755285527/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/kyyfsoybrvzouzn0ghgn/Helbig.png","width":1280}])
Join us on August 28 for the season opener!
District News
![November Family Newsletter, November 2, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709314687/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lnv7yl7wx0461jv1807f/FamilyNewsletterwithUnicornandschoolsupplies.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709314687/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lnv7yl7wx0461jv1807f/FamilyNewsletterwithUnicornandschoolsupplies.png","width":421}])
Message from the principal, WPS Wants Your Input, Attendance, Important Upcoming Dates, 2025-2026 WPS Calendars, Eye Love Care, INSPIRE Program for Families, Westy Futures, Family, Community, School Connection and Resources, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, Empower Learning, Joy and Learning at Harris Park, BEST Practices, STAR* Behaviors, Registration/Enrollment, BEST Practices, HPE Shared Vision
!['Noodle' Returns to Classroom as Students Get Civics Lessons]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709935382/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/uamjqjeyqa6gfyzndxwa/Image15.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709935382/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/uamjqjeyqa6gfyzndxwa/Image15.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709935382/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/uamjqjeyqa6gfyzndxwa/Image15.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709935382/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/uamjqjeyqa6gfyzndxwa/Image15.png","width":999}])
Students banded together to change district policy and reintroduce pets in the classroom.
![Westy Drone Soccer Team Competes In South Korea]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709930259/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/quqhxqk2b8skmwtqb9fa/Image1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709930259/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/quqhxqk2b8skmwtqb9fa/Image1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709930259/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/quqhxqk2b8skmwtqb9fa/Image1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709930259/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/quqhxqk2b8skmwtqb9fa/Image1.png","width":999}])
Westminster High School's CTE (Career Technical Education) program has been at the forefront of a sport that is exploding in popularity.
![BACKPACK GIVEAWAY AND BREAKFAST SET STUDENTS UP FOR SUCCESS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1702504314/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/audqhtbzdks3amcjrjw6/backtoschoolbackpacks_Thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1702504314/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/audqhtbzdks3amcjrjw6/backtoschoolbackpacks_Thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1702504314/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/audqhtbzdks3amcjrjw6/backtoschoolbackpacks_Thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1702504314/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/audqhtbzdks3amcjrjw6/backtoschoolbackpacks_Thumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1702504314/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/audqhtbzdks3amcjrjw6/backtoschoolbackpacks_Thumbnail.png","width":1355}])
A Precious Child and Westminster Public Schools volunteers got backpacks and supplies in the hands of more than 2,000 students.
![SMILES AND HUGS MARK THE START OF NEW YEAR]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1702504448/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d1oooqpz7oo4m22ac4e0/firstdayofschool_thimbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1702504448/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d1oooqpz7oo4m22ac4e0/firstdayofschool_thimbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1702504448/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d1oooqpz7oo4m22ac4e0/firstdayofschool_thimbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1702504448/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d1oooqpz7oo4m22ac4e0/firstdayofschool_thimbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1702504448/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d1oooqpz7oo4m22ac4e0/firstdayofschool_thimbnail.png","width":1355}])
What's Up WPS cameras were out across the district capturing the return to school.
![VALLEZ CENTER TO OFFER ESL AND GED CLASSES TO WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1702504632/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wvk9x3u2tisw8d8amq0w/Screenshot2023-12-13at25655PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1702504632/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wvk9x3u2tisw8d8amq0w/Screenshot2023-12-13at25655PM.png","width":376}])
Registration for both classes will be available at the Vallez Center at 7125 Mariposa St.
![WPS TEST SCORES IMPROVE BUT ‘LOST LEARNING’ FROM PANDEMIC REMAINS A CONCERN]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1702504745/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/pg42bqgheprp2qaemtgq/pencilonmultiplechoicetest.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1702504745/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/pg42bqgheprp2qaemtgq/pencilonmultiplechoicetest.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1702504745/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/pg42bqgheprp2qaemtgq/pencilonmultiplechoicetest.png","width":650}])
Just released State assessment results reveal the district as a whole showing modestly bigger gains than the state of Colorado.
![Wish for Wheels Makes a Difference at Harris Park]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695197775/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/jccrsn08v4kanuq0vzxr/wishforwheels_Thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695197775/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/jccrsn08v4kanuq0vzxr/wishforwheels_Thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695197775/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/jccrsn08v4kanuq0vzxr/wishforwheels_Thumbnail.png","width":650}])
Wish for Wheels partnered with volunteers from AMP Robotics to assemble bikes for every second grade student at the school.
![Office Depot Names Mesa Elementary an Imagine Success School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695198136/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/bxnhd2xxfmtayzpsu0of/officedepot_Thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695198136/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/bxnhd2xxfmtayzpsu0of/officedepot_Thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695198136/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/bxnhd2xxfmtayzpsu0of/officedepot_Thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695198136/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/bxnhd2xxfmtayzpsu0of/officedepot_Thumbnail.png","width":999}])
Staff and students at Mesa were thrilled to receive the award that totaled $1,558.58.
![Homecoming Parade Has New Route]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695198438/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/xmjjilzvmprmlsnindzi/homecoming_Thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695198438/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/xmjjilzvmprmlsnindzi/homecoming_Thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695198438/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/xmjjilzvmprmlsnindzi/homecoming_Thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695198438/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/xmjjilzvmprmlsnindzi/homecoming_Thumbnail.png","width":999}])
This year’s parade will travel along the Westminster Arts District on 73rd Avenue.