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Westonka Facilites Update--
Preparing for Summer 2014 Projects
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 Following successful bid openings this winter, the Westonka School District enters the final phase of referendum bond projects approved by voters in November 2011. Major construction will take place at Grandview Middle School and at Hilltop Primary School this summer. Please read the Facilities Update for a list of 2014 projects and for important details about the summer schedule. Also, make sure to visit our Facilities Update web page for more information about the bond projects, including before and after photos, bid tabulations and more!
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'The Odd Couple'--
Marks Final Performance for MWHS Seniors
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The Mound Westonka High School Theater Department put on four performances of the female version of The Odd Couple March 6-9 in the high school theater. For seniors Nate Barnes, Lily Frenette, Eloise Montgomery and Shelby Stahl, it was the final show of their MWHS theatrical careers.
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Madd Jazz Competes to Perform National Anthem--
Live at Target Field
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Westonka's auditioned vocal group, Madd Jazz, was selected to perform at the Live at Target Field 2014 National Anthem Finals on Sunday, March 23.
Winners of the competition (to be announced within the next 30 days) will perform the National Anthem at a home Twins game this season.
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MWHS Jazz Band--
Performs at Lamberton Festival
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 On Tuesday, March 25, the Mound Westonka High School Jazz Band traveled to Lamberton, Minn., for the 40th Annual Lamberton Jazz Festival. Twelve Minnesota bands participated in the educational festival, where the MWHS band performed three tunes in three varying styles.
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Westonka Congratulates Brenda Hoogeveen--
Lord Fletcher's March Feature Teacher
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Grandview Middle School is proud to name fifth-grade teacher Brenda Hoogeveen as the Lord Fletcher's Feature Teacher for March.
"Brenda is so committed to creating a classroom experience that is engaging for all of her students," Grandview Principal Christy Zachow said. "She uses a variety of technological applications to reinforce skills and help students to be creative and showcase their work."
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Community Forum on Marijuana--
A Timely Discussion
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The marijuana landscape has changed drastically in recent years. To provide information and encourage discussion on the topic of marijuana, the Our Lake Community coalition will present the public forum Marijuana: A Timely Discussion on Thursday, April 3.
Parents, teachers/staff, students and community members are invited to come learn about marijuana today--the drug, the users, the science and the politics. An overview of these issues, delivered by Carol Falkowski, Minnesota's foremost expert on drug abuse, will be followed by question and answer session and discussion.
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Annual Early Childhood Kids' Stuff Sale--
April 12 at Thaler Arena
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 The Westonka Early Childhood program is once again holding its spring Kids' Stuff Sale.
Now in its 19th year, this community-wide fundraiser will be held at David M. Thaler Arena (new location) on Saturday, April 12 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Westonka in the News
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Minnesota districts and charters honored for financial performance
Minnesota Department of Education's School Finance Award will never compete with "March Madness" for public attention ...
Area alumni make their marks in college athletics
Alumni from Lake Minnetonka area high schools made a significant impact on college athletic teams across the country.
The Sheridan Story brings weekend food to Westonka students
Partnership with Woodridge Church in Medina makes this possible.
Harrison places, named All-American at nationals
Scott Harrison was the sixth American in classic race sprints. On the sprint day, he won the B final, took seventh overall and was named All-American.
Mound Westonka/Delano U12A girls are state champs
The Mound Westonka/Delano U12A girls hockey team capped off a wonderful season by winning the 12 and Under A State Championship ...
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DECA hosts fundraiser for Internationals in Atlanta
The Mound Westonka High School DECA Chapter is extremely excited to be bringing 23 students to the DECA International Career Development Conference ...
The Laker
Scout's Eagle project to benefit community
Nathan Herdegen has been active in scouting since he was in first grade.
The Laker
Mound native to perform in a Muhlenberg College mainstage theater production
2010 MWHS graduate Emily McDowell will perform this fall in "Still Life With Iris" as part of Muhlenberg College's "New Visions" Emerging Artists' Festival.
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Sports Highlights
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Alpine Ski Coach Smiley--
Named Assistant Coach of the Year
Westonka alpine ski coach Scott Smiley has been named the Minnesota State High School Alpine Ski Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year for 2013-2014.
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Boys Basketball Captain O'Hara--
Earns Academic All-State Honors
Mound Westonka High School senior captain Tynan O'Hara was among the 21 Class AAA and AAAA young men selected to the 2013-2014 Minnesota Basketball Coaches Association Academic All-State Team. O'Hara led the White Hawks in both points and rebounds this season. He will be attending the University of Minnesota next year.
[Academic All-Star]
 Remember to Submit--
Your Spring Sports Stories!
Coaches, parent PR volunteers and students 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.
[Submission Guidelines]
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Upcoming Community Ed. Classes
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 Check out the Westonka Community Education classes starting after spring break! (952) 491-8040.
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Mad Science: Crazy Chemworks - Shirley Hills (grades 1-4)
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| Middle School Boys Tennis (grades 5 & 6) | |
4/1
| Youth Volleyball Clinic (grades 3-4) |
| Tae Kwon Do (ages 7+) |
| Chopped - Shirley Hills (grades 1-4) | |
4/2
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Chopped - Hilltop (grades 1-4)
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Tae Kwon Do (ages 7+)
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| NEW Hips, Thighs & Otherwise |
| Youth Volleyball Clinic (grades 5-6) |
| Mad Science: Crazy Chemworks - Hilltop (grades 1-4)
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| Getting Artsy with My Doll with Kidcreate Studio - Shirley Hills | |
4/3
| Daddy 'n' Me (ages birth to 5 with dad) |
| NEW Finding Balance with Your Budget |
| Getting Artsy with My Doll with Kidcreate Studio - Hilltop
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NEW Family Dive-In Movie Nights - Dolphin Tale
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One-on-One Computer Training
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Upcoming Events
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Tuesday, April 1
Hilltop Spring Pictures
Boys Tennis vs. Buffalo, MWHS, 4:00
Wednesday, April 2
DECA International Fundraiser, 5:00
Thursday, April 3
Track & Field at Becker, 4:00
Friday, April 4
Region 2AA Band Solo/Ensemble Contest, MWHS, 3:00
Region 2AA Choir Solo/Ensemble Contest, MWHS, 3:00
Boys Tennis vs. Mpls. Washburn and St. Paul Harding, MWHS, 3:00
Grandview Spring Fling, 5:30
Saturday, April 5
Baseball vs. Lester Prairie, MWHS, 1:00
Pop Singers Spring Gala
Looking Ahead
April 7
School Board Meeting
April 12
ACT Test, MWHS
Early Childhood Kids' Stuff Sale, 8:00-2:00
April 13
NHS Induction Ceremony
April 14
Jazz Band Contest
April 15
Senior Retreat
April 26
Shirley Hills Carnival
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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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