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Westonka Receives Good News from Auditors--
District Works to Preserve Strong Financial Standing
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 Auditors at the Oct. 6 Westonka School Board meeting gave the district an unqualified or "clean" opinion--the best opinion a district can receive. The auditors reported that our district's revenue and expenses came in slightly better than projected last year. Westonka has an unassigned fund balance of $3,146,762, or 12% of general fund expenditures. This is the result of our community's generous support of our local levies and the hard work and decisions made by our staff and school board.
Please read the Borg Report for more information on the district's financial position.
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Preserving the Westonka Edge--
Nov. 4 Levy Renewals
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On Tuesday, Nov. 4, Westonka residents will be asked to vote on two important school funding requests that will have a critical impact on current and future students of Westonka Public Schools.
The operating levy renewal request is about continuing progress in improving student achievement. The capital projects levy renewal is about accelerating student achievement through the use of technology.
Please click the link below to learn more about the two school funding questions on the Nov. 4 ballot.
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White Hawks Give Back--
During Homecoming and Beyond
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Under the leadership of head coach Nick David, the Mound Westonka White Hawks football team has been making big impressions, both on and off the field.
Since coming on as head coach in 2013, David has been working to build a solid foundation for the football program, which completed its first two-win season since 2005. In addition to moving in the right direction on the gridiron, the White Hawks football players are becoming role models for their peers and for younger students through various "giving back" initiatives in their schools and community.
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Trio of Vocalists Selected--
For State Honor Choir
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Three Westonka students have been selected to the American Choral Directors Association of Minnesota State 7-8 Girls' Honor Choir. Grandview Middle School seventh-grader Emma Mack and Mound Westonka High School eighth-graders Sarah Brammer and Grace Etherington were among the 150 students chosen to participate out of 475 girls who auditioned.
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Exchange Students are 'At Home'--
In Westonka Schools
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Hoping to perfect their English skills, meet new friends and experience another culture, 10 teenagers from around the globe are calling the Westonka community "home" this school year. The exchange students came to Mound Westonka High School through the Youth for Understanding program.
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Perfect Fall Day for Homecoming 2014--
Westonka Pride on Display
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 It was a perfect fall day for the Westonka Homecoming parade and football game on Oct. 10. Students, families, staff and community members lined the streets to show their Westonka pride.
Click the link below to view photos from the parade route and family-fun tailgating.
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Westonka Band Presents--
Second Annual Holiday Boutique
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 The Second Annual Westonka Band Holiday Boutique will be held Saturday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Grandview Middle School. More than 40 vendors will be on hand with a unique array of gifts for your holiday shopping. Music will be provided by Westonka band students. Treats will also be available.
The boutique offers a fun-filled day of shopping, while proceeds benefit the fifth- through 12th-grade Westonka band program at the same time.
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WeCAN's Empty Bowls Fundraiser--
To Feature MWHS Musicians
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 The Western Communities Action Network (WeCAN) is hosting an "Empty Bowls" Fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 26, from 3 to 6 p.m at Mainstreet Gathering Place in Mound. Musicians from the Mound Westonka High School band program will provide musical entertainment, and several members of the National Honor Society will also be volunteering their time.
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Westonka in the News
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Mound musician making a name for himself
If you have ever dreamed about going back to your old high school a rock star, then you have dreamed the reality Chris Morrissey is walking.
KARE 11 News
West, north metro schools seek taxpayer help Nov. 4
Westonka: The district is asking voters to renew its operating levy of $674 per pupil. If they do, property taxes will not increase, school officials say.
Whites Hawks on parade for Homecoming
The Mound Westonka White Hawks celebrated Homecoming on Friday, Oct. 10. The week leading up to the game included many activities and dress-up days ...
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Sports Highlights
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 White Hawks Leave It All on the Field
Despite a rugged defensive effort, the White Hawks football team lost its playoff opener 14-7 to Zimmerman Tuesday night. Head coach Nick David credits the White Hawks' 14 seniors for helping to move Mound Westonka's football program in the right direction this season.
[Section Battle]
Boys Soccer Ends Season in Section Playoffs
The Mound Westonka boys soccer team ended its season Oct. 9 with a 2-4 loss in the second round of section playoffs to the No. 1 seed, Breck. The White Hawks goals were scored by juniors Wilson Strong and Colton Jones.
 White Hawks Runners Earn All-Conference Honors
The Mound Westonka cross country team competed in the Wright County Conference meet, held Oct. 9 at Glencoe-Silver Lake High School. The boys team finished second in the conference, and the girls team finished fourth. Five White Hawks runners earned All-Conference recognition.
 Seniors Recognized, Conference Season Concludes On Oct. 7, four White Hawks seniors were recognized as they swam their last meet in their home pool against Marshall and Buffalo. Three White Hawks swimmers are graduating this year from Mound Westonka--Hannah Daly, Liz Mason and Lauren Ehlers--and Sam Smed is graduating from Holy Family.
 Girls Soccer Celebrates Season
The White Hawks girls soccer team celebrated the end of a successful season under coach Wayne Bellamy at the Lafayette Club on Oct. 19. The White Hawks received two All-Conference awards and seven Honorable Mentions this season.
[Soccer Banquet]
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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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10/28
| Spooky Treats & Eats - Shirley Hills (grades 1-4) |
| Microsoft Word 2010, Part II | |
10/29
| Spooky Treats & Eats - Hilltop (grades 1-4) |
| Messy Halloween Art Class with Kidcreate Studio - Shirley Hills | |
10/30
| Spooky Foods for the Ghouls - Adult |
| White Hawks Youth Wrestling Warm-Up (grades 2-6) |
| Everyday Manners and Etiquette (grades K-4) |
| Messy Halloween Art Class with Kidcreate Studio - Hilltop |
| Pumpkin Party (ages birth-5 years with parents) | |
11/02
| Winter Training Soccer Academy at Shirley Hills - Session I (grades 3-6) |
| Learn-to-Skate Lessons (ages 4-13) |
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Upcoming Events
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ACT Test, Out of District
"Will Run 4 Food" 5K and 1K to benefit The Sheridan Story, Maple Plain, 9:00
Girls Swim and Dive at Hutchinson, 10:00
Grandview Halloween Party, 7:00-9:00
Monday, October 27
Grandview Penny Wars Begin
Tuesday, October 28
Hilltop PTA Meeting, 6:30
Friday, October 31
Hilltop and Shirley Hills Halloween Parties
Saturday, November 1
Girls Hockey Jamboree, Thaler Arena, 9:00
Looking Ahead November 3 Volleyball Spiketacular Shirley Hills Book Fair Begins
November 4 Election Day MWHS Senate/NHS Blood Drive, 11:30-3:00 November 5 Volleyball Spiketacular November 7 NO SCHOOL Parent Teacher Conferences, HT and SH Teacher Workshop, GV and MWHS November 9 Shirley Hills Family Roller Skating Night November 13 Grandview PTO Meeting Fall Musical "Band Geeks", 7:30 November 14 Shirley Hills Grandfriends Day Fall Musical "Band Geeks", 7:30 November 15 Band Holiday Boutique at Grandview Fall Musical "Band Geeks", 7:30 November 16 Fall Musical "Band Geeks", 2:00 November 27 & 28 NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break Click here for the full 2014-2015 Westonka School District Calendar
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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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