Hey WCE Families,

Okay, this is actually happening. We're pulling off the biggest fundraising night WCE has ever seen. EVER! Registration numbers for An Evening in Bloom are through the roof. Now let's make it count!

We're packed, we're ready, and this is going to be unforgettable.

Here's What This Is Really About

Over 18 years we have built something truly extraordinary. A school of 20 different languages, countless cultures, every single unique story coming together. It's the students and families. It's the teachers, staff, and administration. It's every single person showing up every single day.

There's a reason this place works. Teacher and staff retention directly fuels school culture and student success. Currently, nearly 25% of our staff - including teachers, paras, and support staff - have been at Westerly Creek for more than 10 years. That is unheard of and unparalleled! Over the years we've had 5 sets of siblings, 5 sets of parents and children, one couple, and countless lifelong friends working together at Westerly Creek. This isn't just a school. This is family.

Every family, every student, every teacher, every staff member, and the administration - all of us play an integral part in the magic that makes WCE incredible.

But here's the reality: funding for public schools is at an all-time low. Last year, two studies commissioned by CO state lawmakers identified a $3.5-4.1 billion dollar shortfall in state education funding. At the local level, a Tiered-funding model is used to determine per-pupil funding. WCE receives $2350 - $6500 less per student than other nearby public schools. Without additional resources from our families and community, we cannot sustain what we have worked so hard to build. The interventionists, in-class paras, recess coaches, variety of specials, specialists, and support staff who make this school exceptional – they depend on the funding we raise together.

And we're not just trying to maintain what we have. We have big shoes to fill and even bigger dreams. We want to do MORE – to continue building, innovating, and growing the Westerly Creek magic. Just like the theme of Evening in Bloom, we're ready to help our community flourish in new and exciting ways.

Now it's our turn to dig deeper than we ever have before to protect what we've created and to reach for what's possible for every one of our kids.

If you can give, please do. There is no better investment! This is how we go the extra mile for every single one of our kids.

Let's do this together.

Jill Corcoran, Principal and Connie Miller, PTA President

Thanks to this incredible community, out Evening in Bloom Auction is officially sold out! We are so grateful for your enthusiasm, generosity, and support - this event would not be possible without you.

Coming to the event?

All guests must have a valid event ticket (e-ticket) to be admitted. Unfortunately, due to capacity limits, we cannot allow unregistered or ticketless guests to enter the event. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us ensure a safe and enjoyable evening for everyone.

• Do this NOW: Enter your credit card info so you can breeze through check-in, sign in through your confirmation email and enter your CC.  DO NOT sign up for online bidding.

• Start stretching those shoulders and doing some arm exercises... you're going to need that auction paddle ready to fly!

• Get ready for great food, fun people, and a night you won't forget and your child will be grateful for every day!

Can't make it in person or missed the registration deadline?

• No worries! Jump into the online silent auction and bid from your couch or make a direct donation.

Thank you again for helping make this event such a success before it’s even begun. Your generosity directly supports our school, our teachers, and our kids — and that’s something worth celebrating!