Westview Middle School

Westview is a STEM focus school dedicated to teaching the whole child. Known for high achievement, Westview has been recognized as a School to Watch and Apple Distinguished School.

FOCUS: STEM

PRINCIPAL: Mark Spencer

ENROLLMENT: 648 Students

CONTACT INFORMATION: 1651 Airport Rd., Longmont, CO 80503 | 303-772-3134 | wms.svvsd.org

MASCOT: Wildcats

Highlights

• World-ranked in robotics competitions, Westview’s Robotics program develops computer science skills; students are top performers who have received numerous state championships and compete at a high level in national and world competitions

• Recognized nationally as a 2015-2018 and 2019-2022 School to Watch

• Recognized nationally as an Apple Distinguished School

• More than 50% of students are in advanced math classes, including Algebra and Geometry

• Approximately 90% of students are involved in co-curricular activities

• Unparalleled intramural sports program

• Students in the Plains to the Park program partner with Rocky Mountain National Park, the City of Longmont, and local scientists on community initiatives

• The Competitive Math team is consistently one of the top programs in the state

• The Science Olympiad team provides a competitive opportunity for young scientists to build on classroom lessons and learn new science concepts

• Student Teacher Progression ensures students keep their core teachers throughout middle school

• The STEM Program engages students in rigorous high-interest learning

• Homework help is provided at no cost to the student for one hour after school each day

• Strong music programs with ensembles in choir, band, and orchestra with regular performances

• The art program features five different classes, an Art STEM block, and an Art Club

• Students in the STEM Explorers program collaborate with scientists at CSU and beyond

• Westview provides 7 Mindsets social-emotional learning for all students

• Students receive continuous recognition at state and regional writing competitions

Athletics for Character, Discipline, and Collegiality

Basketball, Cross Country, Track, Volleyball, and Wrestling

Visual and Performing Arts

Music: Band, Choir, Guitar, Jazz Band, Music Composition, Music Technology, Orchestra, and Pops Orchestra Art: Art, Ceramics, Digital Photography, Environmental Art, Graphic Design, and iPad Art

Co-Curricular Activities

100 Mile Club, Art Club, Bolder Boulder Club, Competitive Math Team, Drama Club, Fiddle Club, Geography Club, Math Club, Plains to the Park, Robotics Club, Science Olympiad, STEM Explorers, Video Production, Writer’s Club, Yearbook, and Yoga Club

What makes your school community unique across St. Vrain Valley Schools?

Westview Middle School is a very welcoming community. My teachers are preparing me for high school by helping me to build up positive habits that will support me in my future.

-Abigail Mares, 8th Grade