Weld County RE-1 (3080)
14827 COUNTY ROAD 42
GILCREST, CO 80623
1,591
Total Students Served
6
Schools in District
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Superintendent:
Kimberly Bloemen
District Profile
About Weld County RE-1 (3080)
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Weld County RE-1
2025-2026
Weld County School District RE-1 , located in the towns of Gilcrest, LaSalle, and Platteville, serves a diverse and vibrant rural community with approximately 1,536 students across five schools: three elementary schools (Gilcrest Elementary, Platteville Elementary, and Pete Mirich Elementary), one middle school (Valley Middle School), and one high school (Valley High School). The district is deeply committed to providing high-quality education and fostering strong community connections that prep…
are every student for success in an ever-changing world. Vision, Mission, and Values Vision: Together, we are preparing lifelong learners for a changing world. Mission: We provide a challenging, inclusive, and safe learning environment where every student is equipped to become a contributing member of their greater community. Values and Beliefs: We value the unique qualities and diversity within our district and celebrate the strengths of our rural community. We commit to equipping each student to reach their full potential through diverse and challenging opportunities. We believe in cultivating a lifelong love of learning by focusing on the whole child?academically, socially, and emotionally. We partner with families and the community to build strong relationships, ensuring students are equipped with the skills and values needed for lifelong success. We prioritize student safety as the foundation of all our efforts, ensuring every child feels secure, supported, and ready to learn. District Focus Weld RE-1?s districtwide focus is to create a student-centered, equitable learning experience where all students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Guided by the new Five-Year Strategic Plan (Viking Strong, United as One), the district emphasizes three focus areas: Empowering and Equipping Students ? ensuring students are academically prepared and offered well-rounded learning and career-readiness opportunities. Empowering and Equipping Staff ? building a collaborative professional culture focused on growth, innovation, and excellence in instruction. Strengthening Partnerships and Strategic Resource Management ? fostering meaningful family and community partnerships and ensuring responsible stewardship of district resources. The district is grounded in Data-Driven Instruction (DDI), continuous improvement, and shared ownership of student outcomes. Staff and students alike are expected to engage with urgency, curiosity, and accountability in the pursuit of academic growth and excellence. Student Demographics Weld RE-1 serves a diverse student population reflective of its surrounding communities: 62% minority students 55% qualifying for Free and Reduced Lunch (FRL) 18% identified as multilingual learners 15% receiving special education services Schools Overview Gilcrest Elementary School (PK?6): Located in Gilcrest, Gilcrest Elementary emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth in a nurturing and community-driven environment. Pete Mirich Elementary School (PK?6): Located in LaSalle, Pete Mirich Elementary provides a welcoming, inclusive environment that values collaboration and achievement. Platteville Elementary School (PK?6): Located in Platteville, Platteville Elementary offers rigorous academics and enrichment in the arts, music, and physical education. Valley Middle School (7?8): Located in LaSalle, Valley Middle School supports students in their transition to secondary learning, offering strong academic programming and leadership development opportunities. Valley High School (9?12): The district?s high school serves students from all three communities, providing a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities. Strategic Commitment Weld RE-1 is Viking Strong?United as One. Through its vision, mission, and values, the district remains steadfast in its purpose: to prepare every student to become a lifelong learner and contributing member of society, grounded in integrity, inclusion, and excellence. Through Valley High School?s Career and Technical Education programs, students explore pathways that connect learning to real-world opportunities, build technical skills, and prepare for postsecondary success. These pathways include: Agriculture ? Students engage in agricultural science, agribusiness, and animal and plant systems, developing leadership and technical skills through the FFA program. Business and Marketing ? Students gain insight into entrepreneurship, finance, and marketing strategies while building essential management and communication skills. Art and Graphic Design ? This pathway allows students to explore visual arts, digital design, and creative media, fostering innovation and artistic expression using modern design tools and technologies. Engineering ? Students learn principles of design, innovation, and problem-solving through hands-on experiences in robotics, drafting, and applied engineering. Construction Trades ? This pathway prepares students with foundational skills in carpentry, welding, and building design, offering opportunities for industry certifications and hands-on project experience. Education ? Students interested in teaching and youth development explore foundational skills in education, child development, and classroom leadership. Career and Technical Education (CTE) ? Provides an overarching framework that connects each pathway to career exploration, work-based learning, and certifications aligned with local and state workforce needs. By 2030, the district will develop and sustain at least five defined career pathways that align with workforce demands and the district?s Profile of a Learner, emphasizing key competencies such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, communication, and character.
Final 2025 Performance Rating
Average SAT & PSAT Scores
SAT Grade 11:
870PSAT Grade 10:
862PSAT Grade 9:
818School Year: 2024-2025
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