Westonka Public Schools
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WESTONKA News ~ September 6, 2013  

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Borg Report
First Day Photos
Facilities Update
WEB & Link
Secured Entrances
New ECFE Coordinator
Summer Tech Training
Preschool Registration
Junior Hawkettes
Spanish Classes
FPS Internationals
Family Fun Run
Westonka in the News
Sports Highlights
Upcoming Events
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Welcome to a Brand New Year--
In the Westonka School District

Staff Kevin Borg Superintendent

For all of us in the Westonka community--from a kindergartener starting his academic journey, to a high school senior entering her 13th year in Westonka schools, to a staff member serving a quarter century in the district, to a White Hawks sports fan looking forward to the fall season--the start of a school year is a new beginning.

 

As superintendent of this great school district, I find myself continually being impressed by the accomplishments of our students and staff. Our collective efforts have made Westonka Schools among the best in the state and the nation, and the entire community should feel proud of all that we have accomplished together. 

 

Sincerely,

 

Kevin Borg 

Kevin Borg

Superintendent

 
We've Missed You, Westonka!--
First Day of School Photos
The Westonka School District was excited to welcome students back to school on Sept. 3. Check out first day of school photos from Hilltop Primary, Shirley Hills Primary, Grandview Middle School and Mound Westonka High School.

Westonka Facilities Update--
Busy Summer of Construction Comes to a Close
After a busy summer of construction, the majority of 2013 bond projects are now completed. Construction crews are still on site finishing select projects, including the Mound Westonka High School locker room, the upper-level high school bathrooms and the Shirley Hills Primary School kitchen.
 
Save the Date - 
Oct. 15 Mound Westonka High School Facilities Open House

New Students Get Warm Welcome--
At WEB and Link Orientation
 
New students at Grandview Middle School and Mound Westonka High School received a warm Westonka welcome from members of the WEB and Link Crews.

Secured Entrances Now In Place--
In All Westonka Schools
Among the many changes for the 2013-2014 school year are the new secured entrances at Shirley Hills and Hilltop primary schools. Now that secured entrances are in place, visitors to Shirley Hills and Hilltop are required to enter the school buildings through their front offices. All other doors will remain locked during school hours. 
 
Sarah Grimm Takes on New Role--
As Westonka ECFE Coordinator
 
Youngsters and parents will see a familiar face at the helm of the Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Center this fall. Sarah Grimm, an ECFE teacher in the district for the past seven years, succeeds ECFE Coordinator Sandy Wing, who retired July 31 after 24 years of service to the district.
 
Westonka Educators Get Hooked On Technology--
During Summer Months
2nd Annual Westonka Tech Academy
An enthusiastic group of Westonka teachers, staff and administrators spent the first part of their summer vacation discovering new technology tools and strategies at the Second Annual Westonka Tech Academy, held June 5 and 6 at Grandview Middle School. 
 

Simonson is Google Certified Teacher
Sue Simonson, technology integrationist for the Westonka School District, was one of only 50 educators from around the globe selected by Google to attend the Google Teacher Academy, held July 24 in Chicago.

It's Not Too Late to Register--
For Westonka Preschool & Adventure Club
It's not too late to register your child for Westonka Community Preschool and Preschool Extension, the Westonka School District's Adventure Club for preschoolers. The Westonka Community Preschool recently received four stars, the highest rating possible, in the state's Parent Aware Quality Rating Program. 
 
For more information or to register, call the Early Childhood office at (952) 491-8048 or Adventure Club/Preschool Extension at (952) 491-8046. 
 
Registration Open for Junior Hawkettes Dance Clinic--
Aspiring Dancers to Give Halftime Performance
The Mound Westonka Hawkettes Dance Team invites aspiring young dancers, grades K-7, to a special one-day dance clinic Friday, Sept. 20. Participants will learn basic dance technique and a dance routine from Hawkettes Dance Team members, which they will perform along with the Hawkettes at that evening's varsity football game. 
 
K-7 Spanish Classes--
Register Now Through Sept. 16
Westonka Community Education is proud to offer youth Spanish classes for children grades K-7. 
 
The registration deadline is Monday, Sept. 16 for youth Spanish classes. Register online or print out and return the registration form in this brochure. 
 
Grandview Students Compete--
At Future Problem Solvers Internationals
 
Carsten Doepnerhoeve and Miko Buenk, two sixth-graders from Grandview Middle School, competed in the International Conference of the Future Problem Solving program in June.
 

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Annual 5k Family Fun Run/Walk--
To Benefit Westonka Runners
Minnetonka Orchards is hosting the Third Annual 5k Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, Sept. 21. All proceeds go to the Mound Westonka High School cross country and track teams. 
 
 
Westonka in the News
What's new this fall in west metro schools?
From iPads to free admission to new grading policies, west metro high school students will see a slate of changes when they return to the classroom next week.

Prep football roundup
NEW LONDON-SPICER 56, MOUND-WESTONKA 0

Grandview Middle School Joins U of M Effort to Prepare Kids for College
Grandview Middle School has been selected to participate in a partnership with the University of Minnesota to help kids reach their highest potential. 

Two Mound Westonka seniors spend spring break on a life-changing mission trip in Haiti
Two Mound Westonka seniors share their unforgettable trip to Haiti.

High School High Achievers Rock Our Game of 20 Questions
Bryan Tierney, Mound Westonka High School, is a two-time all-conference performer in football.

Results for Best of Lake Minnetonka 2013 Readers' Survey
Best High School Teacher: Alan Hiebert, Mound Westonka High School

Westonka boys soccer kicks off season 1-1
On Saturday, Aug. 24, the Westonka boys varsity soccer team kicked off the 2013 season ...
The Laker

White Hawk girls soccer starts season off with 3-0 win
The Mound Westonka girls varsity soccer team started its season with a 3-0 non-conference defeat to DeLaSalle High School on Thursday, Aug. 22.

Lights on KIDS from Westonka and Pop Singers with season starting
For eight years, Thom Flug has directed a talented group of Westonka kids from first through ninth grade who really like to sing show tunes.

Back to School: Westonka launches technology plan
The digital age is changing the face of education, and Westonka Schools is making the move to prepare its students for a technology-driven world.

School board housing study doesn't predict growth in the next 10 years
The Westonka School Board received an enrollment projection report that predicts not much change in the next 10 years at its meeting on Monday, Aug. 19.

Skippers, White Hawks return talent in the pool
Holy Family Catholic continues its co-op with Mound-Westonka, and after last year's success, which included a perfect Wright County Conference record... 
Sports Highlights
White Hawks Dive In--
With Two Wins
The Mound Westonka-Holy Family girls swim and dive team started the season strong with two dual meet wins and a second-place finish at their annual invitational.

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Remember to Submit--
Your Fall Sports Stories! 
Coaches and/or parent PR volunteers are encouraged to help Westonka News publish the most up-to-date White Hawks news by submitting team highlights and photos each week. The deadline is always Tuesday noon for Friday's newsletter.
 
Upcoming Events

Friday, September 6

Shirley Hills Welcome Back Potluck, 5:00-7:00

Football vs. Blue Earth at MWHS Haddorff Field, 7:00

 

Saturday, September 7

Girls Tennis Invitational at St. Michael-Albertville, 9:00

Girls Volleyball Tournament, MWHS gym, 9:00

MW Hawkettes Danceline performance at OLL Incredible Festival, 11:00

Girls Soccer vs. Waconia at MWHS Haddorff Field, 12:00

Boys Soccer vs. Waconia at MWHS Haddorff Field, 2:00

Pop Singers performance at OLL Incredible Festival, 6:30

 

Monday, September 9

Hilltop Grade 3 Parent Meeting, 7:50-8:30 AM

Girls Tennis at New London-Spicer, 4:15

School Board Meeting, ESC, 7:00

 

Tuesday, September 10

Hilltop Class Pictures

Cross Country Invitational at Baylor Regional Park, 3:15

Girls Tennis vs. Orono, MWHS, 4:15

Girls Soccer vs. Prairie Seeds Academy at MWHS Haddorff Field 5:00

Girls Swim & Dive vs. St. Anthony Village, MWHS Pool, 6:00

Boys Soccer vs. Rockford Area at MWHS Haddorff Field 7:00

Girls Volleyball at Glencoe-Silver Lake, 7:00

 

Wednesday, September 11

Hilltop Grade 1 Parent Meeting, 7:50-8:30 AM

Parent Curriculum Night, MWHS, 7:00-8:30

 

Thursday, September 12

Girls Tennis at Hutchinson, 4:15

Girls Soccer vs. Delano at MWHS Haddorff Field, 5:00

Boys Soccer vs. Delano at MWHS Haddorff Field, 7:00

Girls Volleyball vs. Holy Family, MWHS gym, 7:00

 

Friday, September 13

Hilltop Grade 4 Parent Meeting, 7:50-8:30 AM

Girls Volleyball at Heritage Christian Academy, 5:30

Football at Holy Family, 7:00

 

Looking Ahead

 

September 17

MWHS Photo Make-Up Day

 

September 19

Grandview Photo Make-Up Day

 

September 20

Link Crew Dance

 

September 25

9th Grade Respect Retreat

 

September 29

Homecoming Coronation

 

October 4

Homecoming Parade and Football Game

 

October 5

MWHS Homecoming Dance

Westonka News Contact

Feel free to contact me with suggestions or questions neugerb@westonka.k12.mn.us.

Becca Neuger
Communications Coordinator 
Westonka Public Schools

5901 Sunnyfield Rd E   

Minnetrista MN 55364

952.491.8003 | www.westonka.k12.mn.us  
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