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Westonka Archery Program--
Right on Target
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A total of 515 young archers gathered at Mound Westonka High School on Feb. 9 to go for the bullseye at the annual Westonka Open archery tournament. More than 20 schools from across the state participated in the all-day event.
Westonka's archery program, now in its eighth year, provides students of all ages the opportunity to learn accountability and responsibility in a fun way. Over the years, the program has become one of the premier National Archery in the Schools Programs (NASP) in Minnesota and in the country.
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Building a Healthier Community--
Chemical Use Forum to Provide Resources
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An educational community forum held in Mound last November brought together drug experts and community leaders in an effort to increase awareness about chemical use in our community.
Parents, students and community members are invited to attend a second drug forum on Thursday, Feb. 21, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Mound's Gillespie Center.
This follow-up presentation will provide school district representatives, local law enforcement and recovery professionals the opportunity to share additional resources that can be used to build a healthier community.
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A World of Pure Imagination--
On Display at Shirley Hills
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Young scientists, artists, writers and researchers took center stage at the 19th Annual Shirley Hills Imagination Fair last week. Over 70 projects were presented by students in kindergarten through fourth grade at the Feb. 7 event, which was sponsored by the Shirley Hills PTA.
"The Shirley Hills Imagination Fair was a huge success," Principal Ann Swanson said. "The students did amazing work in all of the categories, making the job for the judges very difficult. I really enjoy this event because it is exciting to listen to the students talk about their passions, which included a broad range of interesting topics."
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All-State Musicians--
To Perform at Bethel |
Two Mound Westonka High School Concert Choir students will complete their All-State Choir experience this weekend with a workshop and performance at the Minnesota Music Educators Association (MMEA) Mid-Winter Clinic.
Senior Monica Shukle, in her second year as an All-State Choir member, was selected for the mixed choir, while senior Maddy Isaacs, a first-year All-Stater, was chosen for the women's choir.
The choirs will give their final performances on Saturday, Feb. 16, at 10:30 a.m. at Benson Great Hall on the campus of Bethel College in St. Paul.
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Westonka Musicians Share Love of Music--
All-District Band Concert |
Students from across the district will come together Sunday, Feb. 24, to share their love of music at the annual Mound Westonka All-District Band Concert.
"All of the students have been working on some great music for this show," band director Gretchen Chilson said.
What: All-District Band Concert
When: Sunday, Feb. 24
12:30 p.m. silent auction; 2 p.m. concert
Where: MWHS gym
Suggested donation $5 adults, $3 students, children under 5 free
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Westonka SEAC Hosts Open Gym--
For Families of Children with Special Needs |
Westonka's Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) hosted an open gym event for families of children with special needs at Grandview Middle School on Feb. 9. The event featured a bounce house, basketball, hockey and other activities.
Parents had an opportunity to meet and converse while their children played, and a fun time was had by all!
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MWHS Honors Students--
For Distinguished Work in Second Quarter |
 A total of 24 Mound Westonka High School students who exhibited outstanding effort, citizenship and academic achievement for the second quarter of the 2012-2013 school year were honored at the quarterly Distinguished Student Breakfasts at the high school Feb. 7 and 8.
 At the end of each quarter, teachers are asked to name a distinguished student in each broad subject area for each grade level. [Q2 Honors]
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Westonka in the News
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Big week ahead for girls' hockey teams
Girls' hockey teams from Minnetonka, Mound Westonka, Orono and Blake will be looking to punch their ticket to the state tournament this week ...
Answering trivia in the form of a question
For three months Joe Vertnik and his family had to keep a secret - that he won $10,000 at "Jeopardy's" annual Teen Tournament.
Alpine ski teams advance to state
The Lake Minnetonka area will be well represented at the state alpine ski meet ...
Westonka receives update on facilities upgrades
The progress on a number of maintenance and improvement projects was the focus of the Westonka School Board meeting on Jan. 28.
PSEO Program Offers High School Students College Credit for Free
Mound Westonka High School senior Lillian Speakman says, "Taking PSEO classes is one of the best decisions I've made..."
OMW swim and dive boys earn conference title
For the third year, the Orono Mound Westonka (OMW) co-op boys' swim and dive squad earned the title of Wright County Conference Champs ...
Spartan basketball girls earn win over White Hawks
Kiera Nelson and Dolly Jorgenson led the Orono girls' basketball team to a 72-51 victory over Mound Westonka at Mound Jan. 29.
Orono basketball boys lose players and games
The Spartans had a tough week of basketball, losing two games and two players to injury. Orono had a conference loss to Mound ...
Girls hockey aims for state after earning first seed The White Hawks girls hockey team is hoping they can earn a state hockey tournament bid after earning the number one seed in their section. White Hawks win against first place Holy Family A White Hawks victory against Holy Family placed MWHS in a tie for first place in the WCC. Hawkettes advance to state jazz tournament The Mound Westonka High School Hawkettes dance team earned a spot in the state jazz competition after taking second in the Section 3AA tournament ... Speaker talks Little Crow
Students in Pam Tremblay's English 11 class were visited by guest speakers from the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux tribe in January.
Mound Westonka Junior Joins Elite Club of Minnesota Fine Arts Students
Mound Westonka High School junior Leah Pinault has been awarded the Minnesota State High School League's ExCEL Award for 2013.
Westonka Band Director Selected to Represent Minnesota on Musical Ambassador Tour
Gretchen Chilson, Band Director at Grandview and MWHS, has been selected to be on the staff of the Minnesota Ambassadors of Music.
Team Mat Rats Dominate Charity Dodgeball Tourney
The Mound Westonka High School Student Senate hosted a successful charity dodgeball tournament during the recent SnoDaze Week.
OSU hockey | Sophomore's reunion plans involve some Gophers on ice
For Ohio State ice hockey player Taylor Kuehl, the Buckeyes' two games against Minnesota this weekend will be a reunion of sorts.
Sam Bennyhoff, Tyler Hebig and Bryan Tierney Win Conference Belts
Six wrestlers had top-three finishes for Mound Westonka High School at Wright County Conference Championships.
Community drug forum
Free presentation for parents, students and community members to learn about drugs and drug prevention resources.
Mound-Westonka girls end long basketball skid with flair
The end of the Mound-Westonka girls' basketball team's 11-game losing streak -- a 75-74 victory over Glencoe-Silver Lake ...
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Sports Highlights
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Girls Hockey Wins Section Championship--
Earns First Trip to State!
The MWHS girls hockey team will advance to its first state tournament after topping Mankato East/Loyola at Gustavus Adolphus on Thursday, Feb. 14. The state tournament will be held Feb. 20-23 at Xcel Energy Center and Ridder Arena.
 Maahs Competes at State Alpine Meet--
Finishes 37th Overall
After placing 56th in the morning run, MWHS junior Willie Maahs turned up the volume on the second run and finished 37th overall at the State Alpine Championship on Wednesday, Feb. 13.
[Full Results]
Boys Swim & Dive Team--
Seizes WCC Title for Third Year
For the third year, the OMW co-op boys swim and dive team earned the title of Wright County Conference Champion. The co-op team splits to compete in Class A Sections meet on Feb. 21 at Richfield as the two separate teams of Orono and Mound Westonka. [Conference Champs]  Girls Hockey With Decisive Win--
To Advance to Section Finals
The MWHS girls hockey team advanced to the section championship game with a decisive 8-0 victory over Mankato West at home on Feb. 9. [Section Shutout]
 Boys Hockey Defeats Hutch--
The White Hawks extended their win streak to six games with a 5-2 away victory over Hutchinson Feb. 12. They finish off the regular season this Friday, Feb. 15, in a home game against Waconia, and they hope to secure the No. 2 seed in the section.
 Girls Basketball Loses Close Battle--
At Home Against Holy Family
On Feb. 12, the MWHS girls basketball team lost a close home battle to the Holy Family Fire. The White Hawks led going into half time but came away with a 70-75 loss. Their next game is this Friday, Feb. 15 at Litchfield.
 Three White Hawks Alums-- Inducted into Wrestling Hall of Fame White Hawks alumni Charan Jackson, Ryan Breisch and Dan Bradley were inducted into the MWHS Wrestling Hall of Fame on Feb. 8, 2013.
[Famed Wrestlers]
 Nordic Skiers Compete in Section Final-- Harrison Takes 11th at State The Westonka Nordic team competed in the section championship meet on Feb. 7. The boys team finished fifth out of 12 teams, and the girls finished 11th of 13. At the State Tournament on Feb. 14, MWHS junior Scott Harrison placed 11th of 119 skiers. [Section Skiers]
White Hawks Wrestlers-- End Regular Season The MWHS wrestling squad hosted the annual Leopold/Haglund Memorial Tournament Feb. 8. The White Hawks entered nine wrestlers in the tournament, with all contributing at least one win for a fifth-place finish.
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Upcoming Events
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Friday, February 15
Dance Team State Tournament, Target Center
Hawkettes compete in Jazz, 3:45
All-State Choir, Minneapolis
GMS Future Cities team goes to Washington DC to compete in National Tournament
Boys Hockey vs. Waconia, Mound Thaler Arena, 7:00
Girls Basketball at Litchfield, 7:30
Boys Basketball vs. Litchfield, MWHS, 7:30
Saturday, February 16
Dance Team State Tournament, Target Center, 2:15
Wrestling Team Sectional Tournament, Robbinsdale, 9:00
All-State Choir final performance, Bethel College, 10:30
Monday, February 18
President's Day, no school
Tuesday, February 19
Teacher Workshop, no school
Girls Basketball at Hutchinson, 7:30
Boys Basketball vs. Hutchinson, MWHS, 7:30
Wednesday, February 20
Hilltop Food Drive Begins
Girls Hockey State Tournament, Xcel, TBD
Thursday, February 21
GMS Parent/Teacher Conferences, 4:00-8:00
Girls Basketball vs. Annandale, MWHS, 7:30
Friday, February 22
No Westonka News
Shirley Hills Read-A-Thon
Section Wrestling Tournament, Individuals, MWHS, 5:00
Gymnastics State Tournament, U of M, TBD
Hilltop Soiree, Bayview Event Center, 7:00
Boys Basketball at Annandale, 7:30
Saturday, February 23
Section Wrestling Tournament, Individuals, MWHS, 11:00
Sunday, February 24
All-District Band Concert. MWHS gym, 2:00
Silent Auction begins at 12:30
Monday, February 25
Shirley Hills Book Fair Begins
Large Group Band Contest
Hilltop Parent/Teacher Conferences, 4:00-8:00
School Board Meeting, ESC, 7:00
Tuesday, February 26
GMS, Hilltop, Shirley Hills Parent/Teacher Conferences, 4:00-8:00
MWHS Parent/Teacher Conferences, 5:00-8:00
Boys Basketball vs. Orono, MWHS, 7:30
Thursday, February 28
Shirley Hills Parent/Teacher Conferences, 4:00-8:00
MWHS Parent/Teacher Conferences, 5:00-8:00
Friday, March 1
No School
MWHS Parent/Teacher Conferences, 7:30-11:30
GMS Parent Conferences, 7:30-3:00
Shirley Hills Conferences, 7:45-3:45
Hilltop Parent Conferences, 8:00-4:00
Hawkettes Dance Camp, MWHS gym
Pop Singers Broadway Revue, MWHS Theater, 7:30
Boys Basketball at Waconia, 7:30
Saturday, March 2
Girls Basketball Sections, TBD
Looking Ahead
March 5
Hilltop All-School Music Concert
March 7
Shirley Hills Music Concerts
March 7-10
GMS Musical "Little Mermaid"
March 8-10
MWHS Spring Play "Almost Maine"
March 11
All-District Choir Concert
March 18-22
Spring Break
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Westonka News Contact
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Feel free to contact me with suggestions or questions heistadb@westonka.k12.mn.us.
Becca Heistad, Communications Coordinator
Community Relations/Community Education
Westonka Public Schools
5901 Sunnyfield Rd E
Minnetrista MN 55364
952.491.8003 | www.westonka.k12.mn.us |
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