The HS principal’s update, from the latest Panther Nation newsletter:

It’s always exciting to see the calendar change from July to August. That means it’s just about time to welcome back the next set of students to our school. We’re so ready for the classes of 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027 to join the annals of Panther History! 

WPHS has recently enjoyed an incredible five year run of consistent improvement in student achievement. Unprecedented growth and achievement data with in the SAT and PSAT have put our school squarely in the conversation as one of the best choices a student can make in the Pike’s Peak Region.

Our staff and students have worked hard and challenged themselves to improve each and every year. We value the Productive Struggle that comes with being a Panther student. We’re proud of where that intentional growth mindset has landed us. We love watching parents and caregivers enjoy the journey too. The magic of learning happens right there – when the challenge is appropriately tough and never easy.

We’re pleased to announce that WPHS was recently recognized as a High Reliability School by Robert Marzano and Associates. This five year journey is one that our staff and school are proud to achieve. The school will soon be awarded a certificate of achievement as a Level One Certified School in January at the HRS National Summit. Stretching ourselves and pushing the environment forward have been a part of the journey. And it’s one we plan on continuing.

Great to have everyone back! Can’t wait to see you all next week.

Mr. Burr