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![WHS STUDENTS SHINE AT PROSTART STUDENT INVITATIONAL & COMPETITION]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711986082/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/jyreutdrbhfuq7ys81mo/prostart2024pic2_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1711986082/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/jyreutdrbhfuq7ys81mo/prostart2024pic2_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1711986082/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/jyreutdrbhfuq7ys81mo/prostart2024pic2_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1711986082/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/jyreutdrbhfuq7ys81mo/prostart2024pic2_1.jpg","width":1130}])
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![WHS Students Team up with NASA]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1710177761/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/inbe0uoyjp2wgulbsed1/NASA_SchoolPageThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1710177761/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/inbe0uoyjp2wgulbsed1/NASA_SchoolPageThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1710177761/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/inbe0uoyjp2wgulbsed1/NASA_SchoolPageThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1710177761/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/inbe0uoyjp2wgulbsed1/NASA_SchoolPageThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1710177761/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/inbe0uoyjp2wgulbsed1/NASA_SchoolPageThumbnail.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1710177761/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/inbe0uoyjp2wgulbsed1/NASA_SchoolPageThumbnail.png","width":1757}])
WHS students work alongside NASA scientists on a research project.
![A picture of Ashley Duarte-Bernal as a board of educator.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709936179/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rnzyuo3qppv7651nz3bp/Image20.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709936179/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rnzyuo3qppv7651nz3bp/Image20.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709936179/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rnzyuo3qppv7651nz3bp/Image20.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709936179/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rnzyuo3qppv7651nz3bp/Image20.png","width":999}])
The Student Ambassador is a non-voting position created by the board to provide members with a broader student perspective.
![A young girl zip-lining.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709935559/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fdby5ltyhnljzt9l0vjk/Image16.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709935559/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fdby5ltyhnljzt9l0vjk/Image16.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709935559/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fdby5ltyhnljzt9l0vjk/Image16.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709935559/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fdby5ltyhnljzt9l0vjk/Image16.png","width":999}])
Instead of hanging out with family and friends, some students had an amazing opportunity to experience a bigger world.
![A yellow lizard.]([{"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.
![An art piece of a blue colored man and a red colored woman facing each other.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709933608/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wazavjevqunl9dkmpbk5/Image6.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709933608/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wazavjevqunl9dkmpbk5/Image6.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709933608/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wazavjevqunl9dkmpbk5/Image6.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709933608/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wazavjevqunl9dkmpbk5/Image6.png","width":999}])
The 2nd Floor mezzanine of Westminster High School is the site of this year’s IB Senior Thesis Art show.
![A group of the teachers honored are together in a group.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709933130/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/hokr7inglylrgrzxjarm/Image5.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709933130/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/hokr7inglylrgrzxjarm/Image5.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709933130/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/hokr7inglylrgrzxjarm/Image5.png","width":650}])
2023 Westminster Elks Teachers of the Year are selected for their outstanding work in the classroom and beyond.
![The custodian showing a wall of the library he painted.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709932550/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/sjp8xd2rhalp5gx21gdg/Image4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709932550/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/sjp8xd2rhalp5gx21gdg/Image4.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709932550/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/sjp8xd2rhalp5gx21gdg/Image4.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709932550/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/sjp8xd2rhalp5gx21gdg/Image4.png","width":999}])
Astronauts, pirates and magical forests, Shane Bryant can paint it all.
![A girl is smiling since she won the Daniels Scholarship.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709931490/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wjxydcwkl9pycmfpmond/Image2_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709931490/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wjxydcwkl9pycmfpmond/Image2_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709931490/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wjxydcwkl9pycmfpmond/Image2_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709931490/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wjxydcwkl9pycmfpmond/Image2_1.png","width":999}])
Isabella Duskin is just one of 238 students in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming to win the prestigious scholarship.
![WPS superintendent smiling in a portrait photo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709932203/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rm16wionvrvwswzpnopc/Anotefromsuperintendent.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709932203/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rm16wionvrvwswzpnopc/Anotefromsuperintendent.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709932203/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rm16wionvrvwswzpnopc/Anotefromsuperintendent.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709932203/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rm16wionvrvwswzpnopc/Anotefromsuperintendent.jpg","width":999}])
The Westminster Public Schools community is grieving the recent death of a man who personified the ideals of this school district.
District News
![unicorn with school supply border]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709314197/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/cmu6ii0hk4a1trdh3hfc/HarrisPark_WeeklyUpdate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709314197/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/cmu6ii0hk4a1trdh3hfc/HarrisPark_WeeklyUpdate.png","width":421}])
Message from the principal, Destination WPS, Attendance, Upcoming Dates, After School Programming, Athletic Opportunities, 2024-2025 Calendar, Family Resources, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, STAR* Behaviors, Empower Learning
Students banded together to change district policy and reintroduce pets in the classroom.
![Teen girl holding a soccer drone.]([{"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.
![Teacher smiling at younger student]([{"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.
![Two young students holding hands walking into school]([{"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 logo]([{"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.
![Multiple choice test]([{"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.