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![Students fist bumping teacher in hallway]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787175477/adams12org/ppn15uvwxabayzp5xvxu/Image_20260818_103145_277.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787175477/adams12org/ppn15uvwxabayzp5xvxu/Image_20260818_103145_277.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1787175477/adams12org/ppn15uvwxabayzp5xvxu/Image_20260818_103145_277.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1787175477/adams12org/ppn15uvwxabayzp5xvxu/Image_20260818_103145_277.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1787175477/adams12org/ppn15uvwxabayzp5xvxu/Image_20260818_103145_277.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1787175477/adams12org/ppn15uvwxabayzp5xvxu/Image_20260818_103145_277.jpg","width":2200}])
- Grow
Chemistry teacher, Ross Doty, turned a simple gesture into a daily schoolwide ritual
![A young person in a beanie and baggy jeans receives a certificate from a man in a suit, with a blurred background of a building interior.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782833742/uuzpqyfkfxmqadlwd7kv/CongressionalArtComp-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782833742/uuzpqyfkfxmqadlwd7kv/CongressionalArtComp-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782833742/uuzpqyfkfxmqadlwd7kv/CongressionalArtComp-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1782833742/uuzpqyfkfxmqadlwd7kv/CongressionalArtComp-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1782833742/uuzpqyfkfxmqadlwd7kv/CongressionalArtComp-1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1782833742/uuzpqyfkfxmqadlwd7kv/CongressionalArtComp-1.jpg","width":2200}])
- Student Achievement
Five Star Online Academy student’s artwork to be displayed in the U.S. Capitol.
![In the foreground, a group of students interact around a large fan project, while in the background, adults staff a table and a poster is visible on the wall.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782832671/xfo3pmconcpazyktqjbi/KidWindChallenge-3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782832671/xfo3pmconcpazyktqjbi/KidWindChallenge-3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782832671/xfo3pmconcpazyktqjbi/KidWindChallenge-3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1782832671/xfo3pmconcpazyktqjbi/KidWindChallenge-3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1782832671/xfo3pmconcpazyktqjbi/KidWindChallenge-3.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782832671/xfo3pmconcpazyktqjbi/KidWindChallenge-3.jpg","width":2048}])
- Student Achievement
STEM Launch and Northglenn High students showcased their engineering skills on the world stage.
![Four male students holding up their respective skillsusa state champion banners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778705099/adams12org/pzhejqnoa0uklh4qcpwy/skills_Winners.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778705099/adams12org/pzhejqnoa0uklh4qcpwy/skills_Winners.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778705099/adams12org/pzhejqnoa0uklh4qcpwy/skills_Winners.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1778705099/adams12org/pzhejqnoa0uklh4qcpwy/skills_Winners.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778705099/adams12org/pzhejqnoa0uklh4qcpwy/skills_Winners.jpg","width":1560}])
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- Leadership
- Student Achievement
FutureForward Washington Square students win gold at State Competition, head to Nationals
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![A photo of Superintendent Chris Gdowski with overlaid text that reads "A message from the Superintendent"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1788457860/adams12org/oiuaada6smm29bwxk5sy/2026_MessageFromSuper.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1788457860/adams12org/oiuaada6smm29bwxk5sy/2026_MessageFromSuper.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1788457860/adams12org/oiuaada6smm29bwxk5sy/2026_MessageFromSuper.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1788457860/adams12org/oiuaada6smm29bwxk5sy/2026_MessageFromSuper.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1788457860/adams12org/oiuaada6smm29bwxk5sy/2026_MessageFromSuper.png","width":1560}])
Review the recommendation, proposed school transitions and next steps.
![Students and district leaders celebrate playground ribbon cutting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787251177/adams12org/yztootauaxvjkg7kmlx8/2026_SCE_Playground_RibbonCutting117-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787251177/adams12org/yztootauaxvjkg7kmlx8/2026_SCE_Playground_RibbonCutting117-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1787251177/adams12org/yztootauaxvjkg7kmlx8/2026_SCE_Playground_RibbonCutting117-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1787251177/adams12org/yztootauaxvjkg7kmlx8/2026_SCE_Playground_RibbonCutting117-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787251177/adams12org/yztootauaxvjkg7kmlx8/2026_SCE_Playground_RibbonCutting117-2.jpg","width":1490}])
- Bond
School communities celebrate new playgrounds and renovated spaces made possible by the 2024 bond.
![Exterior of Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787248696/adams12org/vb6nevlexuko9ln0u4hi/AquaticCenter_9008.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787248696/adams12org/vb6nevlexuko9ln0u4hi/AquaticCenter_9008.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1787248696/adams12org/vb6nevlexuko9ln0u4hi/AquaticCenter_9008.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1787248696/adams12org/vb6nevlexuko9ln0u4hi/AquaticCenter_9008.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1787248696/adams12org/vb6nevlexuko9ln0u4hi/AquaticCenter_9008.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1787248696/adams12org/vb6nevlexuko9ln0u4hi/AquaticCenter_9008.jpg","width":2200}])
- Bond
A partnership with a local nonprofit will result in major improvements to the VMAC
![A teacher helps elementary students complete an assignment]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787240262/adams12org/ucvfcoadhsftrwgjswgi/PXL_20260819_191010251.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787240262/adams12org/ucvfcoadhsftrwgjswgi/PXL_20260819_191010251.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1787240262/adams12org/ucvfcoadhsftrwgjswgi/PXL_20260819_191010251.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1787240262/adams12org/ucvfcoadhsftrwgjswgi/PXL_20260819_191010251.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1787240262/adams12org/ucvfcoadhsftrwgjswgi/PXL_20260819_191010251.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1787240262/adams12org/ucvfcoadhsftrwgjswgi/PXL_20260819_191010251.jpg","width":2200}])
- Student Achievement
2025-2026 state assessment data showcases substantial academic momentum
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![Two black male students smiling surrounded by food at the food bank they work at]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776285613/adams12org/wwscjr4xrhhhp0hdfs0d/Screenshot2026-04-15143725.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776285613/adams12org/wwscjr4xrhhhp0hdfs0d/Screenshot2026-04-15143725.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776285613/adams12org/wwscjr4xrhhhp0hdfs0d/Screenshot2026-04-15143725.png","width":748}])
Students distribute roughly 10,000 lbs of food each week from school food bank. (As seen on 9News)
![Three girls basketball players giving high fives on the court]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772561280/adams12org/rnvyxcdwbsvkufrw2f25/NHSGBBall.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772561280/adams12org/rnvyxcdwbsvkufrw2f25/NHSGBBall.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772561280/adams12org/rnvyxcdwbsvkufrw2f25/NHSGBBall.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772561280/adams12org/rnvyxcdwbsvkufrw2f25/NHSGBBall.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772561280/adams12org/rnvyxcdwbsvkufrw2f25/NHSGBBall.png","width":1500}])
As seen in the Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel
![Legacy food drive]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764796984/adams12org/jljis31fbnpphlgkqsyd/DCC-L-legfooddrive26.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764796984/adams12org/jljis31fbnpphlgkqsyd/DCC-L-legfooddrive26.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764796984/adams12org/jljis31fbnpphlgkqsyd/DCC-L-legfooddrive26.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764796984/adams12org/jljis31fbnpphlgkqsyd/DCC-L-legfooddrive26.webp","width":857}])
Published by the Daily Camera
Photo by Cliff Grassmick
![Safety personnel in blue jacket smiling with kids in the cafeteria]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764700525/adams12org/qds2k2wmzyokv9jeancr/Screenshot2025-12-02113419.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764700525/adams12org/qds2k2wmzyokv9jeancr/Screenshot2025-12-02113419.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764700525/adams12org/qds2k2wmzyokv9jeancr/Screenshot2025-12-02113419.png","width":749}])
As seen on 9News
![Westlake 50th anniversary celebration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762447197/adams12org/mjcza9h226axikqswst8/Screenshot2025-11-06093919.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762447197/adams12org/mjcza9h226axikqswst8/Screenshot2025-11-06093919.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762447197/adams12org/mjcza9h226axikqswst8/Screenshot2025-11-06093919.png","width":793}])
As featured in Broomfield Enterprise
Photo credit: Elsa Coates Photography