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District News
![2025 Summer and WPS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747171954/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yyuuhrs1bxv2icisvfbm/SummerGuide.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747171954/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yyuuhrs1bxv2icisvfbm/SummerGuide.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747171954/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yyuuhrs1bxv2icisvfbm/SummerGuide.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747171954/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yyuuhrs1bxv2icisvfbm/SummerGuide.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747171954/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/yyuuhrs1bxv2icisvfbm/SummerGuide.png","width":1280}])
It's not too late to sign up for fun activities!
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“Let your dreams stay big— not just in size, but in courage. Don’t shrink them to fit the mold," advised Principal Kiewiet.
![Students in graduation caps and gowns standing with their diplomas]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748014936/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lu7r1b3w9aczk0xhok3u/HiddenLake.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748014936/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lu7r1b3w9aczk0xhok3u/HiddenLake.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748014936/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lu7r1b3w9aczk0xhok3u/HiddenLake.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1748014936/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lu7r1b3w9aczk0xhok3u/HiddenLake.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748014936/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/lu7r1b3w9aczk0xhok3u/HiddenLake.png","width":1280}])
With 133 graduates, the Hidden Lake Secondary School class of 2025, had the most ever students walk across the stage.
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Thank you to everyone for your amazing work through the years.
![Back to School Breakfast and Backpack Giveaway]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748014487/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/w7q0ivdctmftwhyggaa6/Backtoschool.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748014487/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/w7q0ivdctmftwhyggaa6/Backtoschool.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748014487/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/w7q0ivdctmftwhyggaa6/Backtoschool.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1748014487/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/w7q0ivdctmftwhyggaa6/Backtoschool.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748014487/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/w7q0ivdctmftwhyggaa6/Backtoschool.png","width":1280}])
Mark your calendars for this popular annual event.
![Girl holding up a poster with her monster drawings]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748014022/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t34jbbrpqmosrpdpdlqc/Monsters1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748014022/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t34jbbrpqmosrpdpdlqc/Monsters1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748014022/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t34jbbrpqmosrpdpdlqc/Monsters1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1748014022/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t34jbbrpqmosrpdpdlqc/Monsters1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748014022/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t34jbbrpqmosrpdpdlqc/Monsters1.png","width":1280}])
Kindergarteners and high schoolers work together on a year-long art project.
![Three woman posing for a photo at the ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748012712/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/y158q0dlxisbogj9ewgr/Signing.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748012712/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/y158q0dlxisbogj9ewgr/Signing.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748012712/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/y158q0dlxisbogj9ewgr/Signing.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1748012712/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/y158q0dlxisbogj9ewgr/Signing.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748012712/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/y158q0dlxisbogj9ewgr/Signing.png","width":1280}])
In the fall, FRCC and WPS will launch an Advanced Manufacturing program including Electronics Engineering Technology and Automation & Engineering Technology.
![Four students sitting at a table working on computers and chatting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747233537/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/umdw9zidfg20mqzo5d44/DressCode.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747233537/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/umdw9zidfg20mqzo5d44/DressCode.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747233537/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/umdw9zidfg20mqzo5d44/DressCode.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747233537/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/umdw9zidfg20mqzo5d44/DressCode.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747233537/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/umdw9zidfg20mqzo5d44/DressCode.png","width":1280}])
The district has revised some of the Westminster Public Schools Dress Code guidelines for the 2025-26 school year.
![Smiling woman with brown hair and black blazer- headshot in front of blue background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738103433/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/maehlxxzvzi0ifloz4nm/JeniWeb_7.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738103433/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/maehlxxzvzi0ifloz4nm/JeniWeb_7.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738103433/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/maehlxxzvzi0ifloz4nm/JeniWeb_7.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738103433/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/maehlxxzvzi0ifloz4nm/JeniWeb_7.png","width":960}])
We still want to hear from you. Please email your thoughts, questions, or suggestions to FTFI@wps.org.
![People standing around a room having conversations]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747232672/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/zw9ymzamg0fpy55yhp1y/FTFI1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747232672/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/zw9ymzamg0fpy55yhp1y/FTFI1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747232672/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/zw9ymzamg0fpy55yhp1y/FTFI1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747232672/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/zw9ymzamg0fpy55yhp1y/FTFI1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747232672/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/zw9ymzamg0fpy55yhp1y/FTFI1.png","width":1280}])
"We’re building a roadmap together, and everyone has a role to play.”
Westy News
“Let your dreams stay big— not just in size, but in courage. Don’t shrink them to fit the mold," advised Principal Kiewiet.
Kindergarteners and high schoolers work together on a year-long art project.
![Girl smiling while sitting at a table with a plate of breakfast food]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747162430/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/p5mkb7eqyqzpkjogm2tn/Top10.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747162430/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/p5mkb7eqyqzpkjogm2tn/Top10.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747162430/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/p5mkb7eqyqzpkjogm2tn/Top10.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747162430/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/p5mkb7eqyqzpkjogm2tn/Top10.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747162430/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/p5mkb7eqyqzpkjogm2tn/Top10.png","width":1280}])
WPS leaders celebrated the hard work of Westminster High School’s top students at the annual Top Ten Brunch on Monday, May 12.
![Art gallery of portraits of teachers, one woman using her phone to take a photo of a portrait]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747169634/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wsfvnslvfr3pfxcwner0/EG2A4636.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747169634/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wsfvnslvfr3pfxcwner0/EG2A4636.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747169634/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wsfvnslvfr3pfxcwner0/EG2A4636.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747169634/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wsfvnslvfr3pfxcwner0/EG2A4636.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747169634/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wsfvnslvfr3pfxcwner0/EG2A4636.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1747169634/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wsfvnslvfr3pfxcwner0/EG2A4636.jpg","width":2200}])
Westminster High School students kicked off Teacher Appreciation Week with a surprise portrait gallery featuring all their teachers.
![Group of award winners posing for a photo with local officials]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747156942/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/u3zcr4z4e2suydqyu8gq/MayorAwards.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747156942/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/u3zcr4z4e2suydqyu8gq/MayorAwards.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747156942/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/u3zcr4z4e2suydqyu8gq/MayorAwards.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747156942/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/u3zcr4z4e2suydqyu8gq/MayorAwards.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747156942/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/u3zcr4z4e2suydqyu8gq/MayorAwards.png","width":1280}])
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.
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Two graduations in one fun day! Congratulations Westy and Hidden Lake!
![Eleven people posing for a group photo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745964799/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/hmqo2kgqemtid3owbapi/TotY1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745964799/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/hmqo2kgqemtid3owbapi/TotY1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745964799/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/hmqo2kgqemtid3owbapi/TotY1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745964799/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/hmqo2kgqemtid3owbapi/TotY1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745964799/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/hmqo2kgqemtid3owbapi/TotY1.png","width":1280}])
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.
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Stop by to fill up your garden and grab a perfect Mother's Day Gift!
![Male student with dark hair and glasses standing inside smiling while holding a guitar]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745954419/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/m3wlj0b33val5xfexdfe/Manny.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745954419/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/m3wlj0b33val5xfexdfe/Manny.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745954419/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/m3wlj0b33val5xfexdfe/Manny.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745954419/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/m3wlj0b33val5xfexdfe/Manny.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745954419/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/m3wlj0b33val5xfexdfe/Manny.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745954419/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/m3wlj0b33val5xfexdfe/Manny.jpg","width":2048}])
“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.”
![Headshot of a smiling woman with brown hair with a hot pink blazer on]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744748647/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t332hcmf4sesipqfh9kn/Maureen_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744748647/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t332hcmf4sesipqfh9kn/Maureen_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744748647/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t332hcmf4sesipqfh9kn/Maureen_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744748647/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t332hcmf4sesipqfh9kn/Maureen_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744748647/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/t332hcmf4sesipqfh9kn/Maureen_1.jpg","width":1280}])
From the MMA ring to the principal’s office, Maureen Bangsund brings grit, heart, and an unstoppable vision to Westminster High School.
It's not too late to sign up for fun activities!
“Let your dreams stay big— not just in size, but in courage. Don’t shrink them to fit the mold," advised Principal Kiewiet.
With 133 graduates, the Hidden Lake Secondary School class of 2025, had the most ever students walk across the stage.
Thank you to everyone for your amazing work through the years.
Mark your calendars for this popular annual event.
Kindergarteners and high schoolers work together on a year-long art project.
In the fall, FRCC and WPS will launch an Advanced Manufacturing program including Electronics Engineering Technology and Automation & Engineering Technology.
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.”