District News + Events
![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!
![Student walking across the stage and waving while wearing a cap and gown]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748016459/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/gj53z2gwpzysdyn2jixh/EG2A6229.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748016459/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/gj53z2gwpzysdyn2jixh/EG2A6229.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748016459/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/gj53z2gwpzysdyn2jixh/EG2A6229.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1748016459/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/gj53z2gwpzysdyn2jixh/EG2A6229.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1748016459/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/gj53z2gwpzysdyn2jixh/EG2A6229.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1748016459/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/gj53z2gwpzysdyn2jixh/EG2A6229.jpg","width":2200}])
“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.
![Four people posing and smiling at the party]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747942867/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/is8r9lfxjxpwqt4gojtf/Retirement.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747942867/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/is8r9lfxjxpwqt4gojtf/Retirement.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747942867/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/is8r9lfxjxpwqt4gojtf/Retirement.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747942867/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/is8r9lfxjxpwqt4gojtf/Retirement.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747942867/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/is8r9lfxjxpwqt4gojtf/Retirement.png","width":1280}])
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.
![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, Enrollment for 2025-2026, Attendance, Upcoming Dates, Remote Learning and Late Start Information, 2024-2025 Calendar, 2025-2026 Calendar, Family Resources, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, BEST practices, STAR* Behaviors, Empower Learning
![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.
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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.”
![Student with his hands on his cheeks smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747175116/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rmil2fxjteyqmtxrfutq/AutismCenter.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747175116/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rmil2fxjteyqmtxrfutq/AutismCenter.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747175116/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rmil2fxjteyqmtxrfutq/AutismCenter.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747175116/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rmil2fxjteyqmtxrfutq/AutismCenter.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747175116/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/rmil2fxjteyqmtxrfutq/AutismCenter.png","width":1280}])
Tailored support fosters social and academic growth in students with autism.
![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.
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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.
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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.
![Graduation hats and text the read Class of 2025 We're So Proud of Yu Happy Graduation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747170237/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/epx1pcgieutg7zkcpnap/WhatsUpFinalsite4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747170237/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/epx1pcgieutg7zkcpnap/WhatsUpFinalsite4.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747170237/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/epx1pcgieutg7zkcpnap/WhatsUpFinalsite4.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747170237/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/epx1pcgieutg7zkcpnap/WhatsUpFinalsite4.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747170237/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/epx1pcgieutg7zkcpnap/WhatsUpFinalsite4.png","width":1280}])
Two graduations in one fun day! Congratulations Westy and Hidden Lake!
Message from the principal, Enrollment for 2025-2026, Attendance, Upcoming Dates, Remote Learning and Late Start Information, 2024-2025 Calendar, 2025-2026 Calendar, Family Resources, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, BEST practices, STAR* Behaviors, Empower Learning
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Message from the principal, Attendance, Upcoming Dates, Enroll for 2025-2026, Remote Learning and Late Start Information, 2024-2025 Calendar, 2025-2026 Calendar, Joy and Learning at HPE, Family Resources, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, BEST practices, STAR* Behaviors, Empower Learning