Welcome to The Met!
2025 - 2026 School Year
Santos M. Elizondo - Campus Security
Hello, my name is Santos M. Elizondo, though you may also call me Mr. S Security or simply Santos—building a first-name basis is very important to me. I’m proud to be a member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, originally from Tucson, AZ. I’m the youngest of five siblings and have a big passion for both sports and food. I’ve been part of the WPS district for the past three years, beginning as a special needs para, then serving as a behavior and mental health aide, and now working as your campus monitor. I truly value the roles I’ve been given—whether as a campus monitor or as a coach—and I approach each with dedication and pride. Outside of my campus role, I coach football and basketball for the Westy Futures and rugby for club teams throughout Colorado. Coaching allows me to share my love of sports while helping young athletes grow both on and off the field. I especially enjoy working in the K–8 setting because I believe these are some of the most impactful years in a child’s life. Every day, I strive to be the best I can be, supporting our students, staff, and school community. Please feel free to stop me anytime to chat or ask a question whenever you see me—I’m always happy to connect.
Please join me in welcoming our Community Guardians, Santos and Ms. Vega. Their role is to provide a safe and supportive environment while strengthening connections between our school, students, and families.
Angelica Vega - School Liaison
Hello, my name is Ms. A! I have been part of our district for nearly 9 years, serving 8 of those years as a dedicated bilingual school liaison. I’m also a proud parent of 4 children—three who have graduated from Westminster High School and one who is currently attending. Having volunteered in my own children’s schools before becoming a liaison, I’ve seen firsthand how important parent involvement is. When parents are engaged, students tend to behave better, attend more regularly, and achieve more academically. Beyond academics, parent participation creates lasting memories and shows students they are supported in their education. I’m here for The Met families to provide support, connect you with resources, and help ensure every student succeeds. Please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Afterschool clubs have started! To participate, students must pay the $10 afterschool fee. Please ensure students are picked up by 5:00 PM when their clubs end.
Here are the homework expectations at the Met. Your child's teachers will be share more specifics through their S'more newsletters.
The Met Homework Expectations 25-26
Primary Students: (Levels K-2)
Homework frequency: 3 times a week
Homework duration: 10-15 minutes each night
Focus areas: Math, literacy, and/or extension of project-based learning
Purpose: Reinforce and practice skills learned in class, promote independent learning, and support project-based learning activities.
Intermediate Students: (Levels 3-5)
Homework frequency: 3 times a week
Homework duration: 20-25 minutes each night
Focus areas: Math, literacy, and/or extension of project-based learning
Purpose: Consolidate knowledge, reinforce skills, provide opportunities for independent practice, and extend project-based learning experiences.
Middle School Students: (Levels 6-8)
Homework frequency: 3 times a week (Tuesday-Math, Wednesday-Literacy, Thursday-Science/Social Studies)
Homework duration: 20-25 minutes each night
Subjects: Math, literacy, social studies, and science (assigned by content teachers)
Purpose: Reinforce concepts taught in class, promote independent practice, and support learning in the core subjects.
Tops:
Black polos without logos, except for the school logo or a yellow shirt from our apparel store. Middle school students may wear a gray polo in place of the black polo.
Bottoms:
Black pants, shorts, or skirts are permitted, but they must not have any logos, lines, or designs.
Sweaters:
K-5 Students: All K-5 students should wear a yellow sweater from our apparel store or an all-black sweater. These sweaters must be free of any designs or logos, except for the school logo.
Middle School Students: Middle school students should wear a yellow sweater from our apparel store, an all - black or gray sweater, also without any designs or logos other than the school logo.
Please Note: Ripped jeans and slippers are not allowed, even on dress-down days.
Uniforms will be strictly enforced Monday through Friday. Black is an industry standard and will give students the ability to use them during performances and while working onstage and backstage. We encourage you to show your personality whenever possible. Shoes and accessories are the choice of the student.
Click on the link below to shop at our apparel store. A portion of the proceeds will benefit our school. Thank you for your support!
https://www.geminipromos.com/ws/ws.dll/Showroom?DistID=22940&StoreID=235061
PK students are not required to wear uniforms, but must still follow dress code policy.
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