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Executive Director's Corner

Dear Westgate Families,

As we enter the final stretch of the school year, we have so much to celebrate and look forward to together!

We’re proud to share that CMAS testing is off to a strong start—our students are showing incredible perseverance and focus through these important assessments. High school students are also hard at work on their PSAT and SAT exams, and we couldn’t be more impressed with their dedication.

In Advocacy this April, our theme is Social Awareness. Across all grade levels, students are diving into what it means to connect with others through:

Empathy
Reading Social Cues
Respect
Inclusivity
Developing Social Skills

Through engaging lessons and discussions, students are learning how to build inclusive environments, understand others’ perspectives, and strengthen essential social skills like active listening, conflict resolution, and building positive relationships.

We’re also excited to announce the 3rd Annual Clothing Swap—a favorite Westgate tradition that promotes sustainability and environmental responsibility. Here's how to participate:

Clothing Drop-off: During afternoon carline, Tuesday, 4/29 – Thursday, 5/1
Clothing Swap Event: Friday, 5/2 from 3:30–5:30 PM
Please bring clean, gently used clothing (no underwear, socks, or swimsuits).
Bonus idea: Donate old Halloween costumes—they were a huge hit last year!

We’re looking ahead to several end-of-year celebrations, including:

🎓 Class of 2025 Graduation: Thursday, 5/22 (Ticketed event – Congratulations, graduates! We are so proud of you!)
🎉 K–8 Continuations: Wednesday, 5/28
🎡 Annual Carnival: Thursday, 5/29 from 2–6 PM
👥 Student-Led Conferences: Thursday, 5/29 from 3–5 PM
(Please note: All students must be accompanied by an adult during conferences.)
📅 Last Day of School: Friday, 5/30

This has truly been a wonderful year at Westgate. From academic growth to building strong relationships and fostering a caring, inclusive school culture—we’re so proud of all our students, staff, and families.

Let’s finish the year strong and celebrate everything we’ve accomplished, together!

With appreciation,
Sharon Collins