Community Celebrates West Middle School’s Fresh New Look

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It was a night of honoring the past and celebrating the future at West. More than 150 students, staff and community members gathered at West to see the results of the school’s bond-funded remodel. Principal Dale Krueger greeted the West community and shared highlights of the remodel.

"The students at West Middle School deserve a modern, beautiful learning environment…and thanks to bond improvements, they now have it," said Kreuger.

Some of the improvements to the school include:

A modern media center with the latest technology
Science classrooms that are equipped to teach middle-school science
A spacious new cafeteria and kitchen
A bright, remodeled gymnasium to play in
A brand new school entrance and offices


	“The school's new addition and remodeled areas are bright and welcoming. These bond improvements support student achievement and benefit the entire community." -Superintendent John L. Barry

In addition to touring the remodeled school, families viewed the national award-winning documentary on the history of West Middle School and Historic William Smith. The video project was a collaboration with the community that features West students interviewing former students and staff members about their personal school experiences.


	“I was a member of the last graduating class of Aurora High School—the Class of 1955—before the school became West Junior High School. Like many Aurora community members, I have many fond memories of my school days here.” - Dr. Ed Lord APS Board of Education Director

During the celebration, families feasted on Chicken Marsala and pasta graciously provided by Carrabba’s Italian Grill.

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