NOVEMBER 2024
NOVEMBER EVENTS CALENDAR
NOVEMBER ADVOCACY FOCUS: GRATTITUDE
Our advocacy theme for this month is gratitude! Students will be engaging in meaningful activities to highlight the importance of gratitude in our school and community. Through various projects, they will express appreciation to their classmates, teachers, and local organizations, promoting a culture of thankfulness and connection. They'll also be learning key skills like active listening, empathy, and expressing appreciation, which help foster stronger relationships. Let’s all take a moment to reflect on the positive impact gratitude can have in our daily lives!
Enrollment for 2025-2026 is Starting
It's already that time of year! You are our best source for recommending Westgate to new families! Please let any of your family/friends know:
- 2025-26 school year application opens December 1st.
- Invite them to one of our many Enrollment Events for new families, such as a Future Family Night or School Tour. Share our Enrollment Events page.
- Contact Rochelle Goforth or email Enrollment with any questions you might have.
Enrollment Dates for Westgate
- December 1st, 2024: Future Family Applications for K-8 and High School are open online
- January 13th, 2025: Intent to Return emailed to current Westgate families
- January 24th, 2025: Intent to Return responses due from current Westgate families
- January 31st, 2025: All completed applications due to be included in the lottery pull
- February 7th, 2025: Lottery results emailed for completed applications received by the deadline
After Initial Lottery: All completed applications will be added to the grade appropriate wait pools and seats will be offered if/when available
7/8 POD NEWS
World Religion Museum Project
The 7th grade students have been hard at work creating their artifacts for the World Religion Museum project. Students will finish creating their artifacts and planning their museum display this week and next week on Tuesday and Wednesday. Mr. Rowan would like to invite everyone who can to attend their World Religion Museum!
- 7B Museum: 11-11:30.
- 7D Museum: 2:30 - 3:00.
7th & 8th Grade Masquerade Dance!
WHAT: A masquerade theme dance for the 7th and 8th grade Westgate students only. Formal or casual attire, DJ, and light refreshments. Come join the fun!
WHEN: November 22nd - 6:00-8:00 PM (Door closes at 6:30 and students will stay until after cleanup. Pick up will be at 8:10-8:15.
WHERE: Westgate Community School
TICKETS: $2.00 online or at the door!
HIGH SCHOOL REMINDERS
THIS FRIDAY - FALL BALL:
- Postponed from 11/8 the new Fall Ball date will be Friday, November 15th
- City Lights dance on Friday from 6:30pm-9:30pm.
- $10 tickets can be bought on our website or at the door
Arvada Center's production of "Once Upon a Mattress - DECEMBER 17th
- Tickets are $20 and available on our school store website.
- Please ensure that you have purchased your ticket by November 12th to secure your spot!
National Honors Society
Applications were due on November 1st. The Faculty Council is currently reviewing all application forms and will be selecting the NHS members within the next two weeks. Decision Letters will be shared with students on November 15th via email, as well as a letter sent home.
NOVEMBER / DECEMBER FUNDRAISER EVENTS
Wondering what events are happening at Westgate? Visit the Happenings Hub for the latest Events newsletter!
SPIRIT NIGHTS
Spirit nights are a great way to support Westgate Community School! Each organization we work with provides a kickback to the school based on purchases. This month our spirit nights are:
- Panda Express (901 E 120th, Thornton, CO): November 14th from 4:00-9:00 PM
- Skate City Pajama Party (200 W. 121st Ave, Westminster, CO): November 20th from 5:00-7:00PM
Download the flyers below for more information!
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FALL BAZAAR - NOVEMBER 16th
This year's Fall Bazaar promises to be extra special. With a new indoor location at Peak Martial Arts across from Westgate Community School, we will have a host of local artists and crafters to purchase items for the holidays! We will have a variety of baked goods, food trucks, coffee and hot cocoa. Admission is free!
We are also still in need of volunteers, donors and vendors. Please sign up for providing baked goods for the bake sale or volunteer some time to help with set up, clean up, or manning the bake sale table. Or if you happen to be an artist or crafter, or know someone who is, look into grabbing a booth from us!
VENDORS - Sign up here: 3rd Annual Westgate Bazaar
BAKE SALE DONORS & VOLUNTEERS - Sign up here: Westgate Events: Westgate’s Fall Bazaar 2024
CLUBS, CLUBS, CLUBS
- As a reminder, please plan to arrive at Westgate for club dismissal at 5pm.
- Quarter 2 clubs run through the week of 12/9/24.
- There are no clubs during Thanksgiving Break (11/25-11/29)
- Quarter 3 clubs will run from 1/21/25 - 3/5/25. Club registration will open up on 1/10/25.
- Please be on the lookout for more information regarding Q3 Clubs over Winter Break.
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Join the Westgate Community School Drama Club for their winter performance! WHAT: Bedtime Stories (As told by our Dad) (Who messed them up)
WHEN: Saturday, December 14th, 2024! Doors open at 1:30pm, start time is 2pm
WHERE: Legacy HS Auditorium
Tickets: will be available soon.
Check the payment portal for updates.
$10 for adults, $5 for children ages 2-17 years old, Children under 2 are FREE!
All proceeds will go to the Drama Club Department! We can't wait to see you there!
More information to come!! Be on the lookout for ways you can help support our Fall Play this season.
All proceeds will go to the Drama Club Department! We can't wait to see you there!
More information to come!! Be on the lookout for ways you can help support our Fall Play this season.
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DON'T FORGET YOUR SPIRIT WEAR!
Want to support Westgate and show your school pride! Get items from out Spirit Store! It's more than T-shirts. You can get a variety of cool items like hoodies, stickers, aprons, backpacks, and toys!
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WINTER IS HERE!
Winter weather is finally upon us! We want to remind everyone that if the weather allows, we will still be having outdoor recess times. Be sure to send your students to school with appropriate outdoor gear
- coats
- gloves
- mittens
- scarfs
- hats
If your student is missing a coat or other item - Check the lost and found at the front desk!