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“The classes are in-depth and longer with more time to do hands-on learning. Mr. Ferguson and Mr. Figueroa are great teachers!”
Savannah Lewis | Senior, Cybersecurity and Aerospace Engineering Pathways
“The career technical education (CTE) training to be offered at the former Ranum High School will quickly open doors to new opportunities in fast-growing, in-demand careers for all Adams County residents. It will be the first multigenerational Campus in Colorado to focus on stackable credentials.”
Hillen Corporation, a third-generation, Latino-owned construction company
“This innovative initiative is more than a school renovation; it strategically assesses the community and employers' needs, creating a dynamic pipeline to the workforce.”
Lisandra Gonzales | CEO Rocky Mountain Partnership
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TECHNOLOGY TO HARNESS THE FUTURE
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The Westminster Community Foundation adds its support to Ranum Campus
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A specially built drone helps celebrate a new era in WPS.
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The district proposes important investments without a tax increase.
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Mark your calendars to celebrate the expansion of STEM and CTE programming in Adams County.
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In this video Superintendent Dr. Jeni Gotto, as well as CTE administrators and principals talk about the importance of the opportunities offered to WPS students on the new Iver C. Ranum Innovation Campus.
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WPS recently celebrated the grand opening of the Iver C. Ranum An Innovation Campus.
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Savannah is one of the first students in the district to attend classes at the new Iver C Ranum An Innovation Campus.
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His commitment to Cyber Security and his commitment to the Iver C Ranum An Innovation Campus kick the school year off right. His commitment to Cyber Security and his commitment to the Iver C Ranum An Innovation Campus kick the school year off right.
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We hosted a tour of Iver C Ranum Innovation Campus with emerging partners Front Range Community College and Metropolitan State University of Denver/
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“Lottie Wilson has been an integral part of Westminster High School's Career and Technical Education (CTE) program for the past 11 years, demonstrating unwavering support and dedication.”
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Phase one of the campus will offer STEM/CTE pathways in Aerospace Engineering, Biotechnology, and Cyber Technology. When fully constructed, the campus will offer a diverse range of classes with the eventual goal of hosting evening programming for adult learners.
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This Saturday, Dec. 9, the Westy gym will be a buzzing hub of aerial activity as Westminster High School and the Westminster Police Department jointly present the first ever Community Drone Day.
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Jennifer Martinez and Erick Chavira traveled to Atlanta, Georgia for the annual SkillsUSA National Leadership Skills Conference.
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The screening is sold out, but a second showing of the film will be made available at a date to be determined.
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Westminster High School's CTE (Career Technical Education) program has been at the forefront of a sport that is exploding in popularity.
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Planners envision a campus where students develop specialized skills that can lead to high-paying jobs after graduation or open doors for continued post-secondary learning.
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By unanimous and emotional vote, the Board of Education voted to name the new Career Technical Education and Innovation Campus on 80th Avenue after long-time superintendent Iver Ranum.
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WHS students work alongside NASA scientists on a research project.
SCOTT TROY
BIOTECHNOLOGY
Recipient of the Society for Science STEM Research Grant, Scott Troy brings decades of academic and industry experience to prepare students for rewarding careers in Biotechnology.
ROBBIE FERGUSON
AVIATION ENGINEERING
2021 Colorado AFA Educator of the Year, Robbie Ferguson first spent 6 years working in IT at Sun Microsystems/Oracle and GPS company Trimble before finding his way back to teaching. After receiving his Master's degree in Instructional Technology from Grand Canyon University with a 4.0 GPA, Ferguson began teaching at WHS where he was introduced to the Aerospace Frontiers Committee. Ferguson has been instrumental in building the Aerospace pathway from the ground up- working with partners such as Project Lead the Way, Wings Over the Rockies, Spartan College, Edge of Space Sciences and NASA.
SERGIO FIGUEROA
CYBER-TECHNOLOGY
Sergio Figueroa, born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has dedicated the past 11 years to educating students in Information Technology and Cybersecurity at Westminster High School. Armed with a Master of Science degree in Information Assurance with a concentration in Cybersecurity from Regis University, he's committed to preparing the next generation of digital defenders.