APRIL 2025
APRIL EVENTS
| DAY |
DATE |
EVENT |
| MON | APR 7 | Back to School |
| TUE | APR 8 | Testing Starts |
| FRI | APR 11 | 1st/2nd Field Trip |
| TUES | APR 15 | SAT 11th Grade - 9, 10, 12 grade FRCC only |
| Board of Directors Meeting (conference room & virtual) | ||
| WED | APR 16 | PSAT 9th Grade - 10, 11, 12 grade FRCC only |
| Kindergarten Field Trip | ||
| THU | APR 17 | PSAT 10 - 9, 11, 12 grade FRCC only |
| HS PROM - 7-10 PM | ||
| FRI | APR 18 | Professional Development - 1/2 Day school 8:00-11:30 |
| Urban Air Adventure - Westgate Spirit Night | ||
| TUE-THU | APR 22-24 | PSAT Makeup tests |
| THU | APR 24 | Fundraising with Freddy's - Westgate Spirit Night |
| FRI | APR 25 | Kindergarten Field Trip |
| WED | APR 30 | 4th Grade Field Trip |
| Kindergarten Field Trip | ||
| MON-FRI | APR 28-MAY 2 | EARTH WEEK ACTIVITIES |
| THURS | MAY 1 | 1st/2nd Grade Field Trip |
| SAC Meeting | ||
| FRI | MAY 2 | Westgate 3rd Annual Clothing Swap |
In this Westgate Wire
- Advocacy Theme: Social Awareness
- Thank you, parents!
- Yearbook
- School Updates
- Prom - Get your tickets!
- Art Show
- Clubs - Sign up now
- Environmental Science: Cattle, Corn & Courage
- Westgate Clothing Swap
- Boardroom Buzz - board seat voting info
- Referrals Appreciated—Seats Still Open!
- Lunch Orders for April
APRIL Advocacy Theme:
This month, our Advocacy theme is Social Awareness. By teaching kids to recognize and respect different perspectives, we foster a more inclusive and compassionate community. Activities like role-playing, group discussions, and community service can effectively build these skills. Encouraging children to express their feelings and listen to others promotes emotional intelligence and strengthens their ability to navigate social situations positively.
THANK YOU, PARENTS!
We want to put out a heartfelt THANK YOU to all the parents who took the time to leave encouraging notes to their students for the testing days. We know that every little bit helps to keep them inspired and on track for good results.
REMINDER TESTING INFO:
It is imperative to have your students attend school and be on time on their scheduled CMAS testing dates. Tests start first thing in the morning. Students who are tardy may not be eligible to test as they cannot be admitted to sessions that have already begun. They would then need to take part in one of the make-up sessions.
OPT OUT- If you have opted out your student from testing sessions, know that they will not be allowed in the testing classrooms and will be given work to do in the conference rooms. They will not be allowed to use a computer. (more information below)
- Please note that CMAS testing begins on Tuesday, April 8, after returning from Spring Break.
- April 8-10: Grades 3-8 will begin with Math, Science, and Social Studies testing
- April 15-17: Grades 3–8 will take ELA tests.
- All testing sessions are scheduled for the mornings on each of those days.
- CMAS scores allow us to measure the effectiveness of our curriculum and see how we stack against other schools in the state and nationally.
OPT out Options
If you choose to OPT out your child from testing, you will need to fill out and return the attached form. Please be specific on the lines WHICH test(s) you are opting them out of - each test must be specifically listed. The required tests per grade level are below.
- 3rd-ELA and Math
- 4th-ELA, Math and Social Studies
- 5th-ELA, Math and Science
- 6th-ELA and Math
- 7th-ELA, Math and Social Studies
- 8th-ELA, Math and Science
- 11th-Science
OPT OUT FORMS - PDF Downloads
HIGH SCHOOL SAT & PSAT INFO
Students that are testing need to arrive by 8AM on their testing day. (Do not be late!)
- Students that are not testing on a specific test day will not have Westgate classes.
- FRCC classes are still occurring during the week of SAT and PSAT days.
- The bus will still pick up at the normal time of 11:50am on those days.
- Be prepared! You need to bring your laptop and charger.
- It is highly encouraged for students not to bring other electronics, however, if they do, they will be collected at the door.
April 14th - (normal school day for 9th, 10th, and 11th grade)
April 15th - SAT DAY for 11th grade - (no school for 9th or 10th grade)
April 16th - PSAT 9 DAY for 9th grade - (no school for 10th or 11th grade)
April 17th - PSAT 10 DAY for 10th grade - (no school for 9th or 11th grade)
April 18th - (normal ½ day schedule. Dismissal at 11:30am)
April 15th - SAT DAY for 11th grade - (no school for 9th or 10th grade)
April 16th - PSAT 9 DAY for 9th grade - (no school for 10th or 11th grade)
April 17th - PSAT 10 DAY for 10th grade - (no school for 9th or 11th grade)
April 18th - (normal ½ day schedule. Dismissal at 11:30am)
GET YOUR 2024-2025 YEARBOOK
Don't miss out on the 2024-2025 yearbook – your ultimate keepsake of all the amazing moments, friendships, and achievements from this school year! Covering the generations here a Westgate, from epic events to candid snapshots, it's all in there. Click the link below to order!
SCHOOL UPDATES
LIGHTS, CAMERA, PROM!
Get ready to walk the red carpet at this year's Hollywood-themed PROM! Don't miss your chance to shine like a star on the most glamorous night of the year.
Remember, tickets are only available in advance and won't be sold at the door.
Secure your spot now and make unforgettable memories under the spotlight! Click the link below to order your tickets today!
Art Show at the Adams 12 District
The 2024-25 Adams 12 District Art Show is still going on! The elementary art will be displayed April 9th- April 28th
- Location: Front Range Community College Library (3645 W 112th Ave Non-Fiction Section, Westminster, CO 80031)
- Time: M-F 8:30am-8pm, S-S 12pm-5pm
Come and experience a stunning display of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and more—all created by our talented students. We invite families, friends, and community members to join us for this inspiring event!
2024-25 Quarter 4 CLUBS
Student Extracurricular Enrichment Opportunities (CLUBS) are still open! Get signed up before FRIDAY April 11th! Click the link below to see clubs available and sign up!
- Students must be signed up before the registration deadline.
- Please note the age group of the club offering when registering.
- Clubs will begin the week of April 14th through the week of May 23rd (unless otherwise noted by the club organization)
- Quarter 4 clubs will be running for 6 weeks!
- No late registration will be accepted.
- Please note that all students must be picked up by 5pm. Please be considerate in the appropriate travel time it takes to get your student(s) by the 5pm pick up time.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
Cattle, Corn, & Courage
Westgate had a special guest in the month of March! Dr. John Matsushima is a world-renowned rancher and professor who invented a process of steam-flaking corn for feeding cattle that is used world-wide. The 3rd and 4th graders learned more about where their food comes from through a unique program offered by the Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom. At 104-years-old Dr. Matsushima still makes visits to schools giving students a piece of his wisdom, "Good food plus good water equals long life!"
Want to learn more about Dr. John Matsushima? Check out these videos!
Celebrating Earth Week - Our Planet, Our Home!
Join us in honoring the incredible beauty and diversity of our planet during Earth Week! This is our chance to make a difference, one small action at a time. Whether it's planting a tree, reducing waste, or learning about sustainable practices, every effort counts. Our week from Monday, April 28th - Friday May 2nd will include a variety of environmental subjects that students will be learning about including: energy development, reforestation, recycling, fashion for the earth, and more.
Westgate's 3rd Annual Clothing Swap
Ready to refresh your wardrobe without spending a dime? Join us for our 3rd Annual Clothing Swap! It's the perfect opportunity to exchange your gently used clothes for new-to-you treasures. As you're doing that spring cleaning and clearing out your closet remember:
- Bring your gently used items to drop off from April 29th - May 1st.
- We'll have a special drop off at the back parking lot during the PM carline.
- Clothing should not have visible rips, tears, or stains
- No undergarments, socks, or swim wear
Bring your friends, bring your style, and let's make this the best swap yet! Remember, one person's "meh" is another person's "wow!" See you there!
- When: May 2nd, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
- Where: Westgate Gym
- Our sewing club plans to be on hand to teach you how to do simple repairs on you clothing!
Important Voting Information
Keep an eye on your inbox! We will soon be sending out emails for the voting process to fill the four open Board of Directors seats at Westgate Community School. Each legal guardian will receive one vote per child enrolled, and you may vote for up to four candidates on each ballot. If you have more than one student enrolled, you may receive multiple emails and can vote once per student.
Thank you for your participation in this important process!
REFER FAMILY AND FRIENDS!
We still have seats available and would love you to share your love of Westgate with others.
Consider inviting friends or family to contact Rochell for a tour.
They can email her at Enrollment with any questions about the enrollment process or to schedule tours and meetings to get to know Westgate better!
Forward them our application link to sign up! Westgate Community School | SchoolMint Enroll
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LUNCH ORDERING
Lunch Program Ordering
In order for your student to receive a hot lunch, orders must be placed using the links below. Although lunches are free this year, only students who have pre-ordered a lunch will receive a hot lunch.
Click on the link below to find menus and place an order for upcoming weeks. Submit a separate order for each student.
Ordering closes at 9:00 PM on Monday for the following week.
Set a reminder in your calendar to order weekly or order your lunches for the full month!