Westhope Public School

Class pictures are tomorrow, May 13th! Please bring envelopes back to school to ensure your order. Families may write one check for all children, but please note this on the envelope for the photographers.

Join us for Book It for Books on Wednesday, May 20th!
Free event for families from 5:30-7:00.
See flyer for details.

Class pictures will be taken on Wednesday, May 13th. Envelopes will be sent home with your child in their backpacks. Please return forms by May 12th. Families may write 1 check for all children in their household. Please make a note on the envelope so the photographers know.

Please join us!

Don't forget about our free summer programming opportunities!
If you haven't already, please use the link to fill out interest per child. .
https://forms.gle/VZmqK6ssf4oRPnpc7

Preschool Screening and Registration for the upcoming school year is now open at Westhope Public School.

If you have a child who will be preschool age, please complete the registration form first and then sign up for a screening time on either August 19th or 20th.

Preschool Registration
https://forms.gle/wuzSLUfGdmmW3Csv9

Screening Sign Up
August 19
https://forms.gle/7YH5pCe5jAdqsKcc7

August 20
https://forms.gle/TXtCY1RhqNHiKfwo7

We look forward to meeting our newest Sioux students. If you have questions, please contact the school office at 245-6444.

Reminder: The last day of After School Program is Thursday, April 30.

Congratulations to the March High School students of the month!🎉 Carson Ogaard & Harlow Henry(7-8), Madisyn Wickham(9-10), Macy Bryans(11-12), way to go!!!

Congratulations to the March High School students of the month!🎉 Carson Ogaard & Harlow Henry(7-8), Madisyn Wickham(9-10), Macy Bryans(11-12), way to go!!!

The last day of After School Program will be Thursday, April 30th.

Students in Mrs. Ballantyne’s Native American Studies class had a great hands-on learning experience creating dreamcatchers. A special thank you to Penny Ballantyne for coming in and sharing her knowledge while helping students with the project. We appreciate the opportunity for our students to learn about culture and traditions in such a meaningful way.

KC Photography will take prom pictures on Saturday, March 28 from 5:30-7 at the WHS gym. No forms or payment are necessary at time of pictures. Class pictures for grades 9-12 will follow starting at 7.

Please reach out to Casey Mills at 720-5121 if you have any questions.

Please join us for the Westhope Newburg Grand March!

Westhope Public School will be releasing early today, March 12th, due to already reduced visibility and the high winds and snow predicted for this afternoon. School will be dismissed at 1:00 PM for all grades, and buses will run at that time. There will be no practices or after-school activities today. Thank you for your understanding.

Westhope Public School is proud to recognize Kaden Kirk for being selected for Academic All State Honorable Mention through the North Dakota Association of Secondary School Principals.
Academic All State recognizes seniors across North Dakota who demonstrate excellence in academics and dedication to their education. Students are nominated by their school principal and evaluated through a competitive statewide selection process.
Kaden was nominated based on his outstanding academic performance. He maintains a 4.0 grade point average and has achieved an exceptional ACT score during his time at Westhope Public School.
Congratulations to Kaden on this well-deserved recognition. Your Westhope Sioux family is proud of you.

Congratulations to the February High School students of the month!🎉 Jaeza Juntunen(7-8), Miraya Strand(9-10), Olivia Ogaard(11-12), way to go!!!

Notice is hereby given that the School Board Election for 2026 will be held on June 9th, 2026 at the Gateway Community Room. The deadline for filing to have a candidate’s name printed on the ballot for the Westhope Public School District is April 6th, 2026 , by 4 P.M.

Additional information and the application forms can be found on the district’s website or stopping by the business office during operating hours or contacting the Business Manager at (701) 245-6444.

www.westhope.k12.nd.us.

Do you have a child who will be eligible for preschool next school year? We’re now accepting preschool registration information!

Completing the digital form helps us plan for class sizes, staffing, and programming for the upcoming school year. If you have (or know of) a preschool-aged child, please take a few minutes to fill it out.

https://forms.gle/H7rhajPs1dvgvLiv7

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