
The Pride of the Park Marching Band competed in their first official competition of the season on Saturday at the Legend Marching Festival in Parker. After multiple lightning and severe weather delays, including taking shelter during a major storm just as they were preparing to take the field, our band finally performed four hours after their scheduled performance time!
And they did it! The Pride of the Park brought home 3rd place in the 2A division! 🥉
But what we're most proud of goes beyond their placement. We're incredibly proud of how our students handled a long, stressful day and performed under unusual and less-than-ideal circumstances with patience, grit, and smiles. They showed resilience, supported one another, became a stronger team, and represented Woodland Park with pride.
Sometimes the marching band shapes the moment, but on Saturday, it was the moment that shaped the marching band.
Way to go, Pride of the Park, we're proud of who you are! 💚



Through a Chromatography Lab, they are are investigating the different pigments found in leaves and discovering how these pigments contribute to the vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows we see each fall.
Science is in full color in Ms. Snook’s classroom! 🍁



We’re excited to continue our WPSD Staff Spotlight Series by celebrating Meghan Snook, SSN Teacher at Woodland Park Jr./Sr. High School! 💚🖤
Mrs. Snook's passion for this work started when she was young, going to work with her mom, who worked with adults with significant needs. Meghan says she fell in love with the work and knew it was what she wanted to do. 🥰
Outside of school, Meghan enjoys gardening, reading, long walks, and working out. And a fun fact? She loves all things spooky and Halloween — so much that her life and home are spooky year-round! 🎃👻
📣Meghan says one of the things that makes her proud of WPSD is that “we are resilient and strong,” and her advice for students is just as good: “Just breathe — in the end, you’ll figure out what you want out of life.”
Thank you, Meghan, for the creativity, care, and heart you bring to our students each day. We’re lucky to have you as part of the Panther family! 💚🖤

Congratulations to Panther Varsity Football on their 27–14 win over Palmer last Thursday night! 💚
Now it’s time to bring Panther Football HOME! We have three straight Friday nights at Panther Field, and we want to PACK THE STANDS!
🏈 Friday, Sept. 4 | vs. CSCS | 7:00 p.m.
🏈 Friday, Sept. 11 | HOMECOMING vs. Lamar | 7:00 p.m.
🏈 Friday, Sept. 18 | vs. Banning Lewis | 7:00 p.m.
📍 Panther Field
Grab your family and friends, wear your GREEN & BLACK, and come make some noise for our Panthers!
Three Fridays. Three home games. See you under the lights!



The JV boys had five riders take to the course, and everyone put down strong lap times in a highly competitive field of 97 riders. 💪
The JV girls were also well represented, with Riley Holsapple finishing an impressive 11th! 👏
We were especially excited to see our two new freshman riders, Ben Rexford and Sydney Holsapple, compete in their first time-trial race. Both put together solid performances and will earn middle-of-the-pack call-up positions at our next competition.
A great first step for the team, and we’re excited to watch them keep building, improving, and having fun this season!







What a race! Our small but mighty team lined up against a huge field of schools and a whole lot of talented athletes—and they showed up ready to compete! 💪🔥
🥉 Boys Team — 3rd Place!
🏅 Individual Results:
Everett Swan — 2nd
Rylan Ricks — 3rd
Everett Eastman — 9th
Cara Roynon — 12th
Quinn Rawson — 19th
We’re so proud of the grit, determination, and teamwork these Panther athletes showed today! Way to represent!









We're excited to announce a new opportunity designed to support homeschooling families in our community!
Homeschool Connections at Gateway is being developed to provide:
🍎 Certified teachers
👨👩👧👦 Parent/guardian involvement and volunteer opportunities
📚 Grade-band classrooms for age-appropriate learning and socialization
📅 Tuesday & Thursday programming
This new program is designed to complement Woodland Park School District's current homeschool offerings—not replace them. Homeschool families can continue taking advantage of our Take Two program and Online/Enrichment Academy opportunities while also participating in Homeschool Connections at Gateway, creating even more flexible educational options for your family.
If you're interested, please complete our WPSD Homeschool Interest Form so we can keep you updated as details are finalized.
📖 Learn more about Homeschool Connections:
https://www.wpsdk12.org/page/homeschool-connections
📝 Complete the WPSD Homeschool Interest Form:
https://tinyurl.com/WPhomeschool
We look forward to partnering with homeschool families to build community, expand educational opportunities, and create meaningful learning experiences for students throughout the Woodland Park area.

Last week, our team traveled to Mississippi State University to compete against 43 of the top Envirothon teams—41 from across the United States and 2 from Canada. Finishing 9th overall is an incredible accomplishment and a testament to our students' hard work and dedication. Congratulations to junior Brody Lambert and recent graduates Mark Messner, Maisy Orellana, Evan Snyder, and Sonia Kettler!
Throughout the competition, students demonstrated their knowledge and in:
💧 Aquatics
🌲 Forestry
🌱 Soils
🦌 Wildlife
Envirothon is more than a competition—it gives students the opportunity to apply classroom learning to real-world conservation challenges while strengthening their scientific knowledge, critical thinking, teamwork, and presentation skills.
Congratulations to our students and coaches on representing Woodland Park with excellence on the international stage. We are so proud of this remarkable achievement! 💚🐾

Planning to participate in athletics or activities at Woodland Park Jr./Sr. High School this school year? Registration is now open!
‼️Please read the full instructions below before registering!
✅ Register here:
https://www.gobound.com/co/schools/woodlandphs
💻Registering on the Website
1️⃣ Visit the registration link above and click the Registration tab.
2️⃣ Log in or select "Create Your Account Now" to create your family account (existing users can simply log in).
3️⃣ Add your student and click the Register button to complete registration.
📱Registering from the Bound App
1️⃣ Download the Bound app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
2️⃣ Log in or tap "Sign Up" to create your family account (existing users can simply log in).
3️⃣ Tap the green "Register for Activities" button on the home screen and complete your student's registration.
📢 Non-Attending Students (Homeschool, Private School, etc.)
Before registering in Bound, families must complete this Google Form so we can create a student account.
📋 Complete the Non-Attending Student Google Form here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-WKN2hO3MlnsNpJGis3RRX5MoKn9QHEZiXj8Pmgp6hS-Zgw/viewform?usp=dialog
Don't wait until the season begins—complete your registration early to ensure you're ready for practices and tryouts!
💚Go, Panthers!

🏡 HOMESCHOOL FAMILIES — YOU'RE INVITED!.
Join Woodland Park School District for a Homeschool Information & Listening Meeting and discover how our Take Two and Enrichment Academy programs can support your family's educational journey.
📅 Tuesday, June 16
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Divide Library
11122 US-24, Divide, CO
This is an opportunity to:
✅ Learn about WPSD's homeschool partnership opportunities
✅ Explore flexible enrollment options for grades K-12
✅ Ask questions and share feedback during our listening session
✅ Discover academic, enrichment, and extracurricular opportunities available to homeschool students
Take Two (Grades 9-12) offers part-time enrollment with access to:
• Core academic courses
• College and AP courses
• Career & Technical Education (CTE)
• NEW Air Force JROTC
• Reduced athletic and activity fees for enrolled students
• Online options available for grades 3-12
Enrichment Academy (Grades K-8) provides one day per week at Summit Elementary featuring:
• Core academic enrichment
• Hands-on learning experiences
• Art, Music, and Physical Education
• Social interaction and collaboration opportunities
Can't make it? A second meeting is planned for July 15 from 1:00–3:00 PM (location to be announced).
Whether you're a longtime homeschool family or just exploring your options, we'd love to meet you.
💚We are WPSD. Your Homeschool Partner.

We're excited to welcome prospective families to our upcoming New Family Tours this summer!
📅 June 23 | 10:00–11:30 a.m. (Coming up next week!)
📅 July 28 | 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Join us for a guided tour of our schools, learn about our academic and extracurricular opportunities, meet district staff, and get answers to your enrollment questions.
Whether you're new to the community or exploring educational options, we'd love to help you discover why families choose Woodland Park School District.
📍 Meet at the District Administration Office
155 Panther Way, Woodland Park
🎓 Now registering new students: https://www.wpsdk12.org/o/wpsd/page/registration-information
Can't make one of the scheduled tours? No problem! Individual district-operated tours can be arranged at a time that works for your family. Call us at 719-686-2000!

Join Woodland Park School District for a Homeschool Information & Listening Meeting and discover how our Take Two and Enrichment Academy programs can support your family's educational journey.
📅 Tuesday, June 16
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Divide Library
11122 US-24, Divide, CO
This is an opportunity to:
✅ Learn about WPSD's homeschool partnership opportunities
✅ Explore flexible enrollment options for grades K-12
✅ Ask questions and share feedback during our listening session
✅ Discover academic, enrichment, and extracurricular opportunities available to homeschool students
Take Two (Grades 9-12) offers part-time enrollment with access to:
• Core academic courses
• College and AP courses
• Career & Technical Education (CTE)
• NEW Air Force JROTC
• Reduced athletic and activity fees for enrolled students
• Online options available for grades 3-12
Enrichment Academy (Grades K-8) provides one day per week at Summit Elementary featuring:
• Core academic enrichment
• Hands-on learning experiences
• Art, Music, and Physical Education
• Social interaction and collaboration opportunities
Can't make it? A second meeting is planned for July 15 from 1:00–3:00 PM (location to be announced).
Whether you're a longtime homeschool family or just exploring your options, we'd love to meet you.
💚We are WPSD. Your Homeschool Partner.

Each year, Pikes Peak Rotary recognizes the finest scholar-athletes in the Pikes Peak region — students who demonstrate excellence in athletics, excellence in the classroom, and service to their communities.
Woodland Park Jr./Sr. High School was proud to have six students recognized:
⭐ Nathan Summeril
⭐ Abigail Kezeor
⭐ Easton Wasilewski
⭐ Evan Snyder
⭐ Sarah Fuhrmann
⭐ Emma Larsen
We are also incredibly proud to celebrate our own Cat Becker, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director, who received the Athletic Director of the Year Award! 👏
Congratulations to all of these outstanding Panthers for representing our school and community so well!

The senior Advisory classes donated more than 50 jars of peanut butter and jelly to the food pantry at Community Partnership Family Resource Center!
Mrs. Hemingson’s class delivered the donations and had the opportunity to learn more about food insecurity in our community and the importance of supporting local families in need.
Thank you to our Woodland Park seniors for showing compassion, generosity, and community spirit! 👏💚

Students learned about drone flight rules and what it takes to earn a Part 107 pilot license for commercial drone flying. After getting hands-on experience flying drones, they discussed the many careers where drone technology is transforming the way professionals work — from photography and filmmaking to construction, agriculture, emergency response, and more.
Experiences like these help students connect classroom learning to real-world career opportunities and emerging technology pathways. 🎥✨




We are proud to celebrate these incredible students who earned 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards at this year’s Mountain Artists Student Art Show:
👏 Milo Ritchie (12th grade)
👏 Sophia Mijares (11th grade)
👏 Alexis Smith (12th grade)
👏 Melody Ortega (12th grade)
👏 Laylahnee Leaaetoa (8th grade)
Several of these students took home multiple awards—an amazing accomplishment that reflects their creativity, dedication, and hard work!
🖼️ Pictured: Melody Ortega, Alexis Smith, and Sophia Mijares
📍 All the art entries are currently on display at the Woodland Park Library until April 30—be sure to stop by and check it out!



Alexis spent three incredible days at the University of Northern Colorado last week alongside more than 200 of the state's top high school musicians, rehearsing and performing a beautiful concert at the Union Colony Civic Center in Greeley, CO.
Selection to All-State is no small feat — it requires competitive auditions, exceptional musical skill, and a true commitment to performance excellence. We are so proud of you, Alexis! 🎼⭐

Mr. Hemingson's Advanced Jr. High Choir, Select Ladies Ensemble, and Madrigals competed in the annual Southern Colorado Large Group Choir Festival yesterday and the results are brag-worthy!
🏆 Advanced Jr. High Choir earned a SUPERIOR (I) rating for their performance — including the 2nd highest score of the entire day — and an EXCELLENT (II) rating for sight-reading.
🌟 Both the Select Ladies Ensemble and the Madrigals brought home an EXCELLENT (II) rating for their performance and a SUPERIOR (I) rating for sight-reading!
For those unfamiliar with sight-reading: after performing their prepared pieces, each group is handed music they have NEVER seen before and must perform it on the spot for a judge. It is one of the most challenging tests of a choir's musicianship — and our students absolutely rose to the occasion. 🐾
These results are a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and heart that every student has poured into their craft. They represented Woodland Park with class and excellence, and we couldn't be prouder. 💚

We’re proud to share that Kiernan McCarthy and Abby Kezeor were featured on FOX21 News this morning, highlighting Woodland Park High School’s upcoming production of Grease!
Our students have been putting in incredible work to bring this classic musical to life, and it’s exciting to see their talent recognized! 💚🎶
Be sure to come out and support the cast, crew, and directors—you won’t want to miss this fun, high-energy performance!
📅 Show Dates & Times
🗓 April 9–11 at 7:00 PM
🗓 April 12 at 1:00 PM
📍 Location | Woodland Park Jr./Sr. High School |Dickson Auditorium
🎟 Tickets: Available online now!
https://thepantherplayers.ludus.com/index.php
👉 Check out the feature here: https://www.fox21news.com/living-local/classic-musical-grease-to-be-performed-by-woodland-park-high-school/

To earn her Girl Scout Gold Award—the highest honor in Girl Scouts—Sonia collected approximately 7,400 plastic bottle caps and transformed them into a stunning mural in the Jr/Sr High School commons.
She spent about 8 hours designing and installing the piece, carefully choosing a nature-inspired design to reflect something close to her heart. Even more powerful? The mural is made entirely from plastic waste—materials that too often end up polluting our environment.
Her project is a creative reminder that small actions can lead to big impact 🌎♻️
Way to go, Sonia!
