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WSD serves TK–8 students with a strong focus on technology, Dual Language Immersion, STEM, the arts, and enriching after-school programs. Enroll now!
Where's Westie?
WSD officially introduced the bell mascot — named Westie — at the January Governing Board of Education meeting and has since featured The Where's Westie? campaign across district events like the fifth Annual MathCounts Competition, Scout weekend camping, and Cruzin' for Kids. Visit the full article for more information about Westie.
Remembrance and Roots
WSD Cabinet members, Board President David Johnson, and Board Members Frances Nguyen and Khanh Nguyen joined the Vietnamese-American community in Westminster for the 51st commemoration of Black April. Visit the full Black April article for more information.
How WSD's Dual Language Programs Work
Discover how Westminster School District's award-winning Dual Language Immersion (DLI) programs prepare students for a global world. View the full article for more information on DLI and how to enroll.
WSD Earns 2nd and 3rd Place at MATHCOUNTS
Teams representing Warner, Stacey, and Johnson Middle Schools competed in the Fifth Annual MATHCOUNTS Competition on April 25. Warner Middle School earned second and third place overall. Visit the full article for more information on the contest.
Welcome to Westminster School District
Visit our Welcome page for additional information.
Strategic Plan, Mission, and Vision
Explore our Strategic Plan, Mission, and Vision to understand our core values and guiding principles that drive our commitment to excellence and innovation.
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Unique Specialty Program at each school. Choose any school for your child.
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Recognized for statewide excellence.
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Award winning and high achieving.
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After School Programs at every site as an extension of learning.
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Preschool Program starts at four months old. Early learning in nurturing environment.
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No bullying, just belonging.
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Featuring top rated instructors and premier academics.
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Safest Elementary School District in O.C. (peace of mind for every family)
News & Events
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By The Numbers
9
California Distinguished Schools
The total number of schools within the Westminster School District that have been recognized for their significant gains in narrowing the achievement gap.
2
California Association for Bilingual Education
Westminster School District has the distinct honor of having two schools, DeMille Elementary and Willmore Language Academy, that were awarded the coveted CABE award in the same year.
1st
Dual Language Immersion - Vietnamese
DeMille Elementary is recognized as the first public school in the state to offer Vietnamese as a dual language program.