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ABOUT WESTGATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

The Mission and Vision of Westgate Community School

MISSION STATEMENT

At Westgate Community School, gifted education is provided to all students in a community that nurtures the whole child, empowers students to be authentic, supports individuals in reaching their own academic goals, develops stewardship for the environment, and inspires passion for serving the global community.

 

Vision Statement

Westgate Community School is a community-centered, gifted K-12 school that embraces whole-child learning and serves all students by encouraging creativity, authenticity, inclusivity, collaboration, and academic excellence.

SMALL BY DESIGN

Welcome to Westgate Community School, where we embrace a small-by-design ethos to cultivate an enriching educational experience for our students. With an average kindergarten class size of 18 students and an average of 25 students per class from first grade through high school, we ensure an environment that prioritizes individualized attention and fosters strong connections.
 
Our unique team structure, spanning from first grade through high school, with an average team size of 100 students, promotes dynamic multi-grade interaction. Whether it's the 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, or 9-12 team, students have the opportunity to form friendships with peers of varying ages, enriching their educational journey.
 
At Westgate, we believe in the numerous benefits of a small school environment. Students thrive with focused attention in the classroom, benefiting from personalized interactions with our dedicated staff. Our tight-knit community fosters strong relationships among students, staff, and families alike, ensuring that every individual is known and valued. With fewer disruptions and ample opportunities for active participation in both academic and extracurricular activities, students can truly engage and excel.
 
Committed to our core belief in what is best for our students, we have no plans to expand our school size. At Westgate Community School, we prioritize quality over quantity, ensuring that each student receives the attention and support they need to flourish academically, socially, and personally.

Non-discrimination Statement

Westgate Community School is committed to providing a safe learning and work environment where all members of the school community are treated with dignity and respect. It is Westgate’s policy that no person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to unlawful discrimination, in any school program or activity on the basis of ethnicity or race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, age, veteran/military status, or disability.

What is a charter school and does Westgate charge a monthly tuition?

Charter schools in Colorado are tuition-free public schools that are open to all students.  Each charter school has a unique mission and vision that outlines the type of students they serve.  Westgate’s mission and vision can be found on the About Us page on the website.

What are the school’s hours?

8:00am – 3:30pm Monday through Friday.
You can start drop off as early as 7:40am and students need to be picked up by 3:45pm.
Breaks, holidays, half-days, and days off are listed in the Academic and School Events calendars. 

Does Westgate have any fees?

Yes.  Although we are tuition free, we do have a yearly student fee that covers school supplies, field trips, technology equipment, etc.  The payment is due at the start of each school year.  If you qualify for free/reduced lunch, these fees can be waived or reduced upon qualification.  

How do we apply for free/reduced lunch?

You will find a link to the online form on the Lunch Program page under the Parent/Guardian tab of the website.

Does Westgate provide transportation?

No.  Westgate does not have any bus services for students.  We have several resources for parents along with a partnership with SchoolPool to help families set up carpools.  More information can be found on the Transportation page under the Parents/Guardians Tab on our website.

Does Westgate provide afterschool care?

Yes.  We contract with Champions for our before and after care.  Details, pricing, etc. can be found on the Whole Child page of our website.