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Message from the principal, Attendance, WPS Food Boxes, Important upcoming dates, Inclement Weather School Schedule, 2025-2026 Calendar, 2026-2027 Calendar, Family Resources, Westy Futures, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, Empower Learning, BEST practices, STAR* Behaviors, HPE Shared Vision
![drone shot of high school football field, green grass]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776789097/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/cuuxtmsihps7wqd2djfw/Watering.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776789097/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/cuuxtmsihps7wqd2djfw/Watering.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1776789097/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/cuuxtmsihps7wqd2djfw/Watering.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1776789097/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/cuuxtmsihps7wqd2djfw/Watering.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776789097/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/cuuxtmsihps7wqd2djfw/Watering.png","width":1280}])
Safety first, conservation always. Understanding WPS's strategic drought response.
![Retirement sign]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776098622/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/qfsy12gt7gauxjo6uzoz/RetirementParty.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776098622/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/qfsy12gt7gauxjo6uzoz/RetirementParty.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1776098622/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/qfsy12gt7gauxjo6uzoz/RetirementParty.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1776098622/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/qfsy12gt7gauxjo6uzoz/RetirementParty.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1776098622/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/qfsy12gt7gauxjo6uzoz/RetirementParty.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776098622/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/qfsy12gt7gauxjo6uzoz/RetirementParty.png","width":1654}])
Join us in celebrating the district’s retiring employees on May 18 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm in the WHS café.
Message from the principal, Summary of Adopted FTFI Recommendations, Attendance, WPS Food Boxes, Important upcoming dates, Inclement Weather School Schedule, 2025-2026 Calendar, 2026-2027 Calendar, Family Resources, Westy Futures, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, Empower Learning, BEST practices, STAR* Behaviors, HPE Shared Vision
![High school girl using a phone to control a lego robot picking up a marker]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775594862/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/pxkm5hpl58uhzfdmrce8/Ranumshowcase.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775594862/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/pxkm5hpl58uhzfdmrce8/Ranumshowcase.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775594862/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/pxkm5hpl58uhzfdmrce8/Ranumshowcase.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1775594862/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/pxkm5hpl58uhzfdmrce8/Ranumshowcase.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775594862/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/pxkm5hpl58uhzfdmrce8/Ranumshowcase.png","width":1280}])
Stop by our “May the 4th” student showcase to see what we’ve been up to all year!
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I am thrilled to share that our collaborative efforts have resulted in more than $3.7 million in new, non-taxpayer-funded revenue.
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Master the science. Solve the crime. Save the mascot.
![Woman hold a cardboard sign that says hey guys just do the thing]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775589787/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/e1e0pi4pecvcdaejipks/signs.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775589787/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/e1e0pi4pecvcdaejipks/signs.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775589787/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/e1e0pi4pecvcdaejipks/signs.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1775589787/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/e1e0pi4pecvcdaejipks/signs.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775589787/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/e1e0pi4pecvcdaejipks/signs.png","width":1280}])
Westminster High School teacher battles tardies with handmade positive signs.
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Sherrelwood’s young writers get a masterclass in creativity as #1 New York Times bestseller shares her journey from the classroom to the bookshelf.
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Here are a few practical tips to make this testing season a smooth and successful experience.
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Message from the principal, Adopted FTFI Recommendations, Attendance, WPS Food Boxes, Important Upcoming Dates, WPS Foundation Game Opportunities, 2025-2026 WPS Calendars, 2026-2027 WPS Calendars, Family, Community, School Connection and Resources, Westy Futures, 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
Message from the principal, Summary of Adopted FTFI Recommendations, Attendance, WPS Food Boxes, Important upcoming dates, Inclement Weather School Schedule, 2025-2026 Calendar, 2026-2027 Calendar, Family Resources, Westy Futures, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, Empower Learning, BEST practices, STAR* Behaviors, HPE Shared Vision
Message from the principal, Summary of Adopted FTFI Recommendations, Attendance, WPS Food Boxes, Important upcoming dates, Inclement Weather School Schedule, 2025-2026 Calendar, 2026-2027 Calendar, Family Resources, Westy Futures, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, Empower Learning, BEST practices, STAR* Behaviors, HPE Shared Vision
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![High school students standing around a child holding a wooden wolf cut out]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773240962/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d981wdd18wprsbe3lj9f/whatsup.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1773240962/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d981wdd18wprsbe3lj9f/whatsup.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1773240962/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d981wdd18wprsbe3lj9f/whatsup.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1773240962/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d981wdd18wprsbe3lj9f/whatsup.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773240962/westminsterpublicschoolsorg/d981wdd18wprsbe3lj9f/whatsup.png","width":1280}])
Student Council pulls off another exciting Wish Week, including a new Pickleball Tournament. Even without a donor match, they are on track to meet the $10,000 goal!
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The Westy team brought home a fantastic 3rd place finish
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The WPS Board of Education has approved the calendar for the 2026-27 school year.
Message from the principal, Summary of Adopted FTFI Recommendations, Kids Heart Challenge, Attendance, WPS Food Boxes, Important upcoming dates, Inclement Weather School Schedule, 2025-2026 Calendar, 2026-2027 Calendar, Family Resources, Westy Futures, Daniel C Vallez Family Education Center, Empower Learning, BEST practices, STAR* Behaviors, HPE Shared Vision
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At its regular meeting on February 24, 2026, the Westminster Public Schools (WPS) Board of Education voted to adopt the recommendations of the Forward Together Facilities Initiative (FTFI).