Principal Message
January 13th, 2026
Falcon Families,
We have an important week ahead for our school community. Please review the following updates regarding tonight’s district meeting, our upcoming Open House, and urgent enrollment information for the new Uplands Discovery Campus.
FTFI Community Meeting: TONIGHT, January 13
Please join us this evening for the Forward Together Facilities Initiative (FTFI) Community Meeting. This is a district-wide effort regarding long-range planning recommendations. This is your opportunity to hear directly from district leaders and ask questions.
When: TONIGHT, Tuesday, January 13
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Westminster High School – Joanna Ramsey Theater
More Info: Review the report at wps.org before you arrive.
Uplands Discovery Campus Open House: This Thursday
Join us at the Shaw Heights building to see the future of our school. We are excited to unite the Shaw Heights and Flynn communities into a premier PK-8 campus focused on STEM, CTE, and the Arts.
When: This Thursday, January 15
Time: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Where: Shaw Heights Middle School
What to expect at the Open House:
Tour the Classrooms: See exactly where your child will be learning next year.
Future Vision: View new renderings of what our modern campus will look like once work is complete on the Flynn building (set to open in Fall 2028).
Get Answers: We will share answers to questions gathered from our previous open houses regarding the transition.
Important Resource for Families: For more details on the merger, the new logo, and construction timelines, please visit wps.org/falcon-families
URGENT: Register ASAP to Save Your Spot!
As we transition to the Uplands Discovery Campus, it is vital that families complete their registration as soon as possible to ensure your student's place for the 2026-2027 school year.
Action Required: Please register ASAP to save your spot.
Select the Correct School: Make sure to register specifically under “Uplands Discovery Campus.”
Registration Link: You can complete the process online here: wps.org/enroll/registration
Thank you for your partnership as we build this exciting future together. I hope to see you tonight at the high school and again this Thursday at Shaw Heights.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jimmy Chism
Principal, Uplands Discovery Campus