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Plan your fun summer activities!

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Westminster Public Schools will once again be partnering with local agencies to provide free summer meals to all children up to the age of 18 at sites across the Westminster region.

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Accessing Your Child's Assessment Results

State assessment scores are on their way!

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Westminster High School Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation in Boulder

"I’ve seen students become leaders not because they were the loudest—but because other people felt safer, stronger, and better around them."

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Hidden Lake Celebrates the Class of 2026 in downtown Denver

"A Hidden Lake Hero is a person who had every reason to stop, but chose to keep going anyway."

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Honoring a Lifetime of Dedication: WPS Celebrates This Year’s Retirees

While their daily presence in our buildings will be deeply missed, the impact they have had on thousands of students, families, and colleagues will be felt for generations to come.

A Note From Superintendent Gotto | May 13

Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, we are setting new standards to minimize digital distractions during the school day. The goal is simple: Bell-to-Bell, Away for the Day.

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Big support for little readers boosts test scores by 18 points

District-wide Kindergarten DIBELS scores surged from 43% at or above benchmark in the fall to an impressive 61% by the middle of the year.

More Than a Classroom: Honoring the Westminster Elks Club Teachers of the Year

We are thrilled to showcase the three remarkable recipients who embody the passion, resilience, and heart of our school district.

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WHS Top 10 Seniors Celebrate Future at Annual Breakfast

The Class of 2026 top academic standouts were celebrated at the annual Top Ten Brunch.

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A Creative Partnership: North Metro Arts Alliance & Westminster Public Schools

This partnership ensures that WPS has direct access to funding that expands artistic horizons.

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Westminster Public Schools Announces New "Bell-to-Bell" Phone-Free Policy for the 2026-2027 School Year to Protect Instructional Time

Westminster Public Schools (WPS) has officially adopted Policy JICJ, establishing a "phone-free school day" to ensure a focused learning environment.

Board Approves Names for Two New Schools

WPS Board of Education officially approved the names for two of our schools: the F.M. Day Center for Integrated Learning and the International School at Harris Park

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Smart Watering: Our Plan to Save Water

Safety first, conservation always. Understanding WPS's strategic drought response.

WPS Retirees to be Honored on May 18

Join us in celebrating the district’s retiring employees on May 18 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm in the WHS café.

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May the 4th Be With You at Ranum Innovation Campus!

Stop by our “May the 4th” student showcase to see what we’ve been up to all year!

A Note From Superintendent Gotto | April 8

I am thrilled to share that our collaborative efforts have resulted in more than $3.7 million in new, non-taxpayer-funded revenue.

CSI Westminster: The Case of the Missing Mascot

Master the science. Solve the crime. Save the mascot.

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The Art of Attendance

Westminster High School teacher battles tardies with handmade positive signs.