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New Weekend Food Program--
Launches in Westonka Primaries
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Over 212,000 Minnesota children currently live in food insecurity and do not always know if they will receive their next meal. Food insecurity exists in every public school in the state of Minnesota, including in the Westonka School District. While there are many programs providing lunch and breakfast to children at school, the weekends remain a gap during which children struggle with hunger.
A new partnership between the Westonka School District, Woodridge Church in Medina and The Sheridan Story is working to close that gap at Hilltop and Shirley Hills primary schools.
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Celebration Assembly Fueled--
By 'MWHS Greatest Hits'
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The Celebration Day at Mound Westonka High School on Feb. 6 was an occasion to celebrate students' achievements during the second quarter.
The theme of the celebration was "MWHS Greatest Hits" and featured a kick-off video during morning announcements and the first-ever Karaoke Challenge during a school wide assembly at the end of the day.
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Grandview Students Advance to State--
In Future Problem Solving Competition
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 One team and two individuals from Grandview Middle School have qualified for the state competition in the Future Problem Solving competition.
Seventh-graders Miko Buenk and Kris Kurtz placed fourth and fifth, respectively, in the Middle Division of the regional competition. The sixth-grade team of Melissa Drill, Grace Hanson, Bailey Kaymeyer and Olivia Martel placed fifth at the Junior Level.
The state competition will take place on Saturday, March 29, at Centennial Middle School in Lino Lakes.
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Hilltop Students Spread Love--
With Meals on Wheels Valentines
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For elementary school students, Valentine's Day is always a highly-anticipated holiday. Hilltop Primary School traditions on Feb. 14 include exchanging cards and little treats, playing games and doing festive activities. However, this year, students spread love and kindness beyond the school walls by making special Valentines for senior citizens in the community.
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Superior Rating for MWHS Wind Ensemble--
At Regional Large Group Contest
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 Mound Westonka High School hosted the Region 2AA Large Group Instrumental Contest on Feb. 10. A total of 11 bands from five schools performed 11 concerts in just five hours, with over 400 students participating in the event.
"As amazing as both of our performances were, they are only a small part of why I'm so proud of my students," said Chilson. "They also served as hosts for bands from other schools, helpers for the judges, and worked at our concession stand. I got countless compliments on their work."
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Students Show Considerable Talents--
At Shirley Hills Variety Show
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 Forty-two Shirley Hills Primary School students entertained family and friends at the Shirley Hills Variety Show Feb. 11. Student dancers, gymnasts, singers, violinists, pianists, comedians and recorder players in grades 2-4 showed off their considerable talents.
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Westonka Congratulates Cathy Haase--
Lord Fletcher's January Feature Teacher
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 Westonka congratulates Cathy Haase for being named the January Lord Fletcher's Feature Teacher. Haase, a second-grade teacher at Shirley Hills, has taught in the Westonka District for 20 years.
"Cathy works tirelessly to help her kids learn. It is a joy to watch her teach in her classroom because she pours so much energy into her kids," said Shirley Hills Principal Scott Eidsness.
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Westonka in the News
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Prep athletes of the week: Jack Leschisin, Mound Westonka, hockey
He stands 6-3, but that's not the only reason the senior goalie stood tall in the net for the White Hawks last week.
Nordic skiers make history with two top 15 state finishes
Two Mound Westonka Nordic skiers had an impressive showing with top 15 finishes at the state meet on Thursday, Feb. 13, at Giant's Ridge in Biwabik, Minn.
Westonka's Maahs has great performance at state
Mound Westonka Senior Willie Maahs made his second consecutive trip the the Minnesota State High School League Alpine State Tournament ...
Two Mound Westonka gymnasts return to state
Seniors Alex Bebeau and Courtney Cashman will return to the state tournament after impressive performances at the Feb. 14 section meet.
Mound Westonka boys basketball adds two losses, season wraps up Friday
The Mound Westonka boys basketball team was 0-2 in two Wright County Conference games this week.
Mound Westonka girls basketball goes 2-1 last week
The girls basketball team had back-to-back wins at home against WCC teams this weekend, followed by a close 58-56 loss against Hutchinson.
OMW boys win last home meet, finish fourth WCC
After winning their last home meet of the season, the Orono Mound Westonka swim and dive boys were unable to keep their Wright County Conference crown.
Alumni in the News:
Eight Buckeyes Named WCHA Scholar-Athletes
Taylor Kuehl, formerly a student-athlete at Mound Westonka High School, earned the WCHA Scholar-Athlete Award for the second year in a row. Kuehl, currently a junior for the Buckeyes, carries a 3.92 GPA and has been named to the dean's list each year while attending Ohio State University.
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Sports Highlights
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 Hawkettes Make History--
At State Dance Team Tournament
The Mound Westonka Hawkettes Dance Team made history at the state dance team tournament, held Feb. 14 and 15 at Target Center. For the first time in the "modern era" of dance team (since the sport became a MSHSL-sponsored activity in 1997), the Hawkettes broke into the finals in the jazz division. They also had their highest-ever placement in kick.
[Hawkettes History]
Grapplers Take Second at Team Sections-- 
Individuals Compete this Weekend
The Mound Westonka High School White Hawks wrestling team was runner-up at the Section 6AAA Team Tournament Feb. 15. The White Hawks will begin individual section competition on Friday, Feb. 21 at Robbinsdale Armstrong High School, at 5:30 p.m.
[Section Silver]
White Hawks End Regular Season On High Note--
With Wins Over Wildcats, Spartans
The boys hockey team ended the regular season with two strong wins against the Waconia Wildcats and the cross-town rival Orono Spartans, earning a 4-1-1 record in their last six games. They took this momentum into the section playoffs, defeating Richfield 6-0 in the section opener.
[Season Finale]
Westonka's Harrison to Return--
To Cross Country Junior Nationals
MWHS senior Scott Harrison is among the elite athletes who will be competing at the 2014 USSA Cross Country Junior Championships, March 1-8 in Stowe, Vt. Harrison earned a spot on the Midwest Junior National Team as a result of placings in qualifying meets this season.
 Mound Graduates Dietrich, Pierce--
Inducted into Wrestling Hall of Fame
Former Mound graduates and teammates Kermit Dietrich and Roy Pierce were inducted into the Mound Westonka Wrestling Hall of Fame on Feb. 7 at Mound Westonka High School.
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Upcoming Community Ed. Classes
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 Check out the Westonka Community Education classes starting next week! (952) 491-8040.
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Swing & Ballroom Dance
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| Latin Dance |
| Viking Weave Jewelry - Bracelet | |
2/25
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Drivers Education (students ages 14.5+)
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Homemade Soft Cheesey Pretzels - Shirley Hills (grades 1-4)
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Recycled Art (grades 3-4)
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Hello Kitty Cuteness Art Class w/ Kidcreate Studio - Shirley Hills
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| Homemade Soft Cheesey Pretzels - Hilltop (grades 1-4) | 2/27
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Private Violin/Viola Lessons (ages 5+)
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| Hello Kitty Cuteness Art Class w/ Kidcreate Studio - Hilltop | | 2/28 | Open Gym Playtime - ECC |
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Upcoming Events
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Friday, February 21
Shirley Hills Read-a-Thon
Wrestling Sections at Robbinsdale Armstrong, 5:30
Girls Basketball at Annandale, 7:15
Boys Basketball vs. Annandale, MWHS, 7:15
Saturday, February 22
Wrestling Sections at Robbinsdale Armstrong, 10:00
State Gymnastics Tournament, U of M, 10:00
Sunday, February 23
All District Band Concert, MWHS Gym, 2:00
Minnetonka Symphony Orchestra Young People's Concert
Monday, February 24
Shirley Hills Book Fair Begins
Region 2AA Choir Contest, Chanhassen, 3:00
School Board Meeting, ESC, 7:00
Tuesday, February 25
Grandview Parent Conferences, 3:30-8:00
Hilltop Parent Conferences, 4:00-8:00
MWHS Parent Conferences, 4:00-8:00
Shirley Hills Parent Conferences, 4:00-8:00
Girls Basketball at Orono, 6:00
Boys Basketball at Benilde, 7:00
Thursday, February 27
Hilltop Parent Conferences, 4:00-8:00
MWHS Parent Conferences, 4:00-8:00
Shirley Hills Parent Conferences, 4:00-8:00
Friday, February 28
Shirley Hills Book Fair Ends
Girls Basketball at Waconia, 7:15
Monday, March 3
Grandview Food Drive Begins
Thursday, March 6
MWHS Spring Play, The Odd Couple, 7:30
Friday, March 7
Hilltop Sleepover, 7:00
MWHS Spring Play, The Odd Couple, 7:30
Saturday, March 8
MWHS Spring Play, The Odd Couple, 7:30
Sunday, March 9
MWHS Spring Play, The Odd Couple, 2:00
Monday, March 10
All District Choir Concert
Shirley Hills Family Ice Skating Night
Tuesday, March 11
Shirley Hills Grade 2 Concert, 6:30
Shirley Hills Grade 3 Concert, 7:30
Looking Ahead
March 17 - 21
Spring Break
No School
March 27
Grandview Spring Picture Day
Shirley Hills Spring Picture Day
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Westonka News Contact
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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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