I knew we could do it! It’s living proof that when we come together, create a plan and see it through… anything is possible!

Please Read Westminster School District’s Official Release Below:

Westminster, CA – The California Department of Education released test scores for schools throughout the state on Tuesday. The 2009 Academic Performance Index scores show that every single school in the Westminster School District has improved test scores. In addition, the District as a whole has surpassed the statewide goal of 800. Many of the school increases are extraordinary.

Finley Elementary posted a remarkable 43 point gain, Meairs Elementary went up 32 points, Hayden Elementary had a growth of 22 points and Warner Middle School exhibited a 21 point gain.

Complete Release Here

Dear Neighbor,

As a graduate of Westminster schools, it’s been an honor to serve our community as your school board member.

Four years ago, you elected me to improve student achievement and place our children’s educational needs first.

With your support, we have left divisive politics behind and have improved education by:

• Recruiting and retaining highly qualified teachers.
• Expanding after-school programs district wide to help our students stay off the streets and away from gangs and violence.
• Established All-Day Kindergarten and Preppy Kindergarten.
• Focused on teaching English, mathematics, reading, science and computer skills to prepare our students for high school, college and the global economy.
• Extended learning time for grades 1 through 3.
• Improved technology and safety programs.

Westminster schools are moving in the right direction, yet there is more we can do together.

We must continue to focus on teaching our students the curriculum basics, set higher academic standards, ensure our tax dollars are responsibly spent on students, improve access to science technology and art, and ensure that the quality of education our children receive is one we can all be proud to provide.

Please join Westminster Mayor Margie Rice, former Orange County Supervisor Chuck Smith, and many other community leaders in voting to re-elect Sergio Contreras.
Thank you,

Sergio Contreras