Westy News
![CDE HIGHLIGHTS WHS MARIACHI PROGRAM FOR HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727801671/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/grf61pulmumuiuoue2gr/MariachiConstantContact.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727801671/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/grf61pulmumuiuoue2gr/MariachiConstantContact.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727801671/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/grf61pulmumuiuoue2gr/MariachiConstantContact.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727801671/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/grf61pulmumuiuoue2gr/MariachiConstantContact.png","width":900}])
The WHS Mariachi Program has garnered attention from the Colorado Department of Education.
![girl in hard hat smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725461768/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ur5xv1qgtrgkrpqz1bmy/BondWeb_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725461768/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ur5xv1qgtrgkrpqz1bmy/BondWeb_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725461768/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ur5xv1qgtrgkrpqz1bmy/BondWeb_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725461768/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ur5xv1qgtrgkrpqz1bmy/BondWeb_1.png","width":960}])
The district proposes important investments without a tax increase.
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Westy Athletics makes a strong start to the school year with its new athletic director.
![Candyland graphic]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725033183/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fvoj3tig6cyehnbirtxp/CandylandWeb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725033183/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fvoj3tig6cyehnbirtxp/CandylandWeb.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725033183/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fvoj3tig6cyehnbirtxp/CandylandWeb.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725033183/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fvoj3tig6cyehnbirtxp/CandylandWeb.png","width":960}])
This year’s parade will be a little bit shorter and a whole lot sweeter.
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WPS recently celebrated the grand opening of the Iver C. Ranum An Innovation Campus.
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Savannah is one of the first students in the district to attend classes at the new Iver C Ranum An Innovation Campus.
![STAFF SPOTLIGHT: SERGIO FIGUEROA]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724083685/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/mef3swr0iaap6vghvhwk/Staff.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724083685/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/mef3swr0iaap6vghvhwk/Staff.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724083685/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/mef3swr0iaap6vghvhwk/Staff.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724083685/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/mef3swr0iaap6vghvhwk/Staff.png","width":960}])
His commitment to Cyber Security and his commitment to the Iver C Ranum An Innovation Campus kick the school year off right. His commitment to Cyber Security and his commitment to the Iver C Ranum An Innovation Campus kick the school year off right.
![Girl with black hair smiling holding certificate]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724166615/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/tze0nqvcwl1srabo3luz/EmilyWhatsUp.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724166615/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/tze0nqvcwl1srabo3luz/EmilyWhatsUp.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724166615/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/tze0nqvcwl1srabo3luz/EmilyWhatsUp.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724166615/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/tze0nqvcwl1srabo3luz/EmilyWhatsUp.png","width":960}])
For Emily Luna, painting has always been therapy, a way to alleviate stress.
![Young student with brown hair smiling at camera]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724180524/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rcaessvsrjfxiz1fofc7/B2SB.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724180524/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rcaessvsrjfxiz1fofc7/B2SB.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724180524/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rcaessvsrjfxiz1fofc7/B2SB.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724180524/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rcaessvsrjfxiz1fofc7/B2SB.png","width":960}])
The annual backpack and breakfast give away saw lots of students celebrate the start of school.
![Athletics/Activities Newsletter - August]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1723569472/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wglhszp3nfe3ydcsxl6b/thumbnail_wwasnip.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1723569472/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wglhszp3nfe3ydcsxl6b/thumbnail_wwasnip.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1723569472/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wglhszp3nfe3ydcsxl6b/thumbnail_wwasnip.png","width":768}])
Welcome to Westminster High School's inaugural Athletics and Activities monthly newsletter! Stay tuned for exciting updates on athletics and activities. We’re thrilled to share our journey with you. Enjoy the first issue!
![High school situdents in white caps and gowns sitting facing a stage]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716994504/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ck4e17hbnagrfxdxtl59/WestyGraduationFS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1716994504/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ck4e17hbnagrfxdxtl59/WestyGraduationFS.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1716994504/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ck4e17hbnagrfxdxtl59/WestyGraduationFS.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716994504/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/ck4e17hbnagrfxdxtl59/WestyGraduationFS.png","width":960}])
The stunning view of the Rocky Mountains met Westminster High School students and their families as they celebrated graduation at the Colorado Convention Center.
![Two high schoolers hugging one another]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716995657/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/tzgz4nnwdcnym94mdgkp/MovingUp.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1716995657/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/tzgz4nnwdcnym94mdgkp/MovingUp.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1716995657/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/tzgz4nnwdcnym94mdgkp/MovingUp.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716995657/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/tzgz4nnwdcnym94mdgkp/MovingUp.png","width":960}])
A tradition like no other at Westminster High School was extra special this year.
![High school girl in front of a mural representing space]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716991037/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/up6sd8g3nmzolchhtlbg/Mural.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1716991037/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/up6sd8g3nmzolchhtlbg/Mural.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1716991037/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/up6sd8g3nmzolchhtlbg/Mural.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716991037/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/up6sd8g3nmzolchhtlbg/Mural.png","width":960}])
WHS Senior Makayla Galler has her sights set on the moon, Mars, and beyond!
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![adventure begins at your library graphic with outerspace cartoons and]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715121238/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/iyxrcdlmcilct7rvvywd/Adeventureatthelibrary.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715121238/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/iyxrcdlmcilct7rvvywd/Adeventureatthelibrary.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715121238/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/iyxrcdlmcilct7rvvywd/Adeventureatthelibrary.png","width":640}])
Westminster Public Library offers a Summer reading program with prizes available! Sign up for the Teen Advisory Board or get your volunteer hours.
![Group of high school students with adults]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1714487991/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wv1t74mkaymd2ouxflmr/WhatsUpFinalsite19.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1714487991/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wv1t74mkaymd2ouxflmr/WhatsUpFinalsite19.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1714487991/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wv1t74mkaymd2ouxflmr/WhatsUpFinalsite19.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1714487991/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wv1t74mkaymd2ouxflmr/WhatsUpFinalsite19.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1714487991/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/wv1t74mkaymd2ouxflmr/WhatsUpFinalsite19.png","width":1280}])
Westminster High Schools’ Top 10 Students received special recognition last week at the annual brunch hosted by Dr. Pam Swanson.
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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
![High school student smiling in between lockers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1714488742/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fdkbfrbuvkrwcwv4mk2s/WhatsUpFinalsite21.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1714488742/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fdkbfrbuvkrwcwv4mk2s/WhatsUpFinalsite21.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1714488742/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fdkbfrbuvkrwcwv4mk2s/WhatsUpFinalsite21.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1714488742/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fdkbfrbuvkrwcwv4mk2s/WhatsUpFinalsite21.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1714488742/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/fdkbfrbuvkrwcwv4mk2s/WhatsUpFinalsite21.png","width":1280}])
Brooke is known for buzzer beaters and coming through for her team when the pressure is on.
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What’s up WPS talked with Ceezer Garcia just days before receiving his scholarship from the NFL Hall of Fame QB.
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The Westminster High School (WHS) Boys’ Volleyball took the top prize at the George Washington and Mullen Tournaments.