Information published on the Westridge Elementary School articulation area page states that 16 high school marching bands from across Jeffco Public Schools took the field at Jeffco Stadium for the 49th annual Jeffco Marching Festival, marking the official start of the fall season.
According to the page, the event brought music and school pride to the stadium, with ensembles from throughout the district performing. The Dakota Ridge articulation area, which includes four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school, is recognized for its rigorous curriculum and innovative teaching methods.
The page notes that Jeffco Public Schools received 46 performance awards from the Colorado Department of Education, leading the state in total honors for the 2024-25 school year. The district has seen more schools meeting or exceeding state growth expectations in recent years, the page states.
The Westridge Elementary School page encourages community members to support and attend events at schools throughout the Dakota Ridge articulation area, which serves the Ken Caryl, Chatfield and surrounding neighborhoods.
For more information, visit westridge.jeffcopublicschools.org.