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Volume 25
March 18, 2019
Club US Attends ARC Gala
On March 9, 2019, Club US attended the ARC Gala at The Depot in Minneapolis. This was extra special as our own Club US member, Maggie Allen, was featured as part of the event. The theme for the gala was to expand and modernize the training and education platforms of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the state of Minnesota.
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Dates to Remember
- March 19 - Choir Solo Ensemble Festival, 3:20 p.m., WHS Music Wing
- March 20 - Coffee With the Principal, 11:00 a.m., WHS Upper Commons
- March 26 - Band Solo Ensemble Festival, 3:20 p.m., WHS Music Wing
- March 27 - End Term 3
- April 1 - 5 - Spring Break
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Updates
Doing Some Spring Cleaning?
The College and Career Center (CCC) would like to help you do some spring cleaning! If you have any gently used ACT, SAT or AP study guide books, please consider donating them. You can drop off your items to the CCC in B202 or you can leave them with our front greeter. Your donations are greatly appreciated! If you have any questions, please contact Deb Musser - 763-745-6639.
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Yearbooks - Get Yours While You Still Can
To guarantee your child a yearbook be sure to order one now! There is a limited number of books that have been ordered. Also, prices will increase next month. Can't remember if you ordered one, no worries. Visit our website and scroll down. You will see the drop down menu "Did I Order a Yearbook". If you have any questions, please email whsyearbook@isd284.com.
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MCA Testing Information
The Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA) and Freshmen Respect Retreat will occur on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Please click to view the updated information letter:
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Wayzata Freshmen Respect Retreat - April 24
Reminder about this upcoming event being held at Wayzata High School - the retreat is $20. All freshmen will be required to attend. If your freshman has not already registered, please go to EPay and complete the registration. Payment options include credit card, cash/check and scholarship. Scholarships are available only if your student qualifies.
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WHS Family & Consumer Science Department News
Check out the exciting things happening with the new Unified classes in FACS!
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Skyward Student Information
Please log into Skyward to ensure your student's full name is spelled correctly. The name in Skyward is your student's legal name (name on birth certificate) and is used for transcripts, diploma and all documents supplied by WHS. Contact the Welcome Center at 763-745-5240 if your student's legal name is not spelled correctly. You will need to supply the Welcome Center with a passport or birth certificate to change the legal name.
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Student Withdrawals
Moving? Changing schools? Please contact Nancy Vogt, High School Registrar, at 763-745-6731. If your student is leaving before the 2018-2019 school year is over or not returning for the 2019-2020 school year, please have your student stop by the Administrative Office on the 2nd floor and fill out a withdrawal form.
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Class of 2019/Senior Information
Class Rings and Other Graduation Ordering Information
Contact Carson Amiot, Lifetouch Representative, at camiot@lifetouch.com with any questions regarding caps/gowns.
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Senior Party Information
Senior parents, the WHS Senior Party is a special tradition. It provides a fun and safe graduation party for all seniors to celebrate their accomplishment with their classmates. Learn more about the 2019 Senior Party and please be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and information. Also, we are always looking for Culinary table washer help which is a major fundraising source for the Senior Party.
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WHS Athletic News
Registration for spring sports is open. Your student must be fully registered to practice and/or tryout for a spring sport. Please visit the registration web page for more information.
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PTO News
Please visit our website for information to help support us!
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Volunteer Needs
Camp Explore - Summer Learning Camp Volunteers Needed
Camp Explore is a summer learning camp for elementary students in Wayzata Public Schools who have been invited by their teacher. This year the camp will be held at Gleason Lake Elementary. Students in grades 9 through 12 are invited to serve as Camp Explore Volunteers. Registration to be a Camp Explore Volunteer is required. The registration deadline is May 10. See the Camp Explore Volunteers flyer for more information and registration links. Questions, contact Brenda Badger - (763)745-6807.
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General Volunteer Needs
Join the general volunteer list; you will be notified throughout the year as needs arise. Don't have a lot of time? That's okay. Volunteering is not always limited to time during school hours. Donations of food items, skills and services are sometimes required. Volunteers make the difference. Get on the list by contacting Myrna Sitrin.
Please note: In the interest of safety and security, volunteers need to comply with the volunteer guidelines established by the district. By signing up to volunteer, you are stating that you have read and agree to the guidelines.
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Around the District
Spring 2019 Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs)
On April 24, students in grade 10 will take a Reading MCA and students in grade 11 will take the Math MCA. In addition, students enrolled in a Life Science (e.g., Biology) course this school year will take the Science MCA.
MCA Purpose, Use, and Results Information
Are Your Kids Ready?
Following the Minnesota State Statute 121A.15 (School immunization requirements) and Wayzata Public School Immunization Policy and Regulation, your child will not be able to start or remain enrolled at school without an immunization record that is up-to-date, actively in progress or without a legal exemption. Note: there are additional requirements for Kindergarten and 7th grade. It is best to receive vaccinations from your primary care provider, but in the event that you are unable to see your primary provider or if you do not have insurance that covers the cost of vaccinations, Wayzata Public Schools is a participant in the Park Nicollet Barrier Free Immunization Initiative. This program allows immunization-only visits on a same-day appointment basis, immunizes children without a doctor visit and provides immunizations with no direct charge to families.
We've had so many great Ask Ali questions flooding our inbox over the past month. Thanks to all who have submitted! We want you to know Ali, along with her network of local experts, have been working hard to answer these questions. Responses are posted every Monday on her blog at partnersinpreventionmn.org/askali. Parents, you've got to check out the responses to these questions! There are some interesting ones that have been asked; chances are you might be wondering some of these things. Keep the questions coming!
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Community Education
Wayzata Ultimate Frisbee - The Wabbits - is a high school level ultimate frisbee team competing in the North Suburban conference. Information night for students and parents is March 19, 5:30-7:00 p.m. in B204 Forum Room at Wayzata High School. Registration closes on March 27.
Wayzata Badminton season is almost here! Find more information here. Registration closes April 10th.
Check out our new "Prep for the Future" Study Skills Seminar by Sycamore Learning Company. This 4-hour seminar will give students new insight into a variety of topics, including: goal setting, note taking, study habits, memorization tips, test taking strategies, essay writing, scheduling, and reading speed. Saturday, March 23 from 9:00-1:00 p.m. at Central Middle School. Register here.
Youth and Adult Enrichment catalog is online! Find all of our offerings here!
Upcoming Event:
Young Scientist Roundtable - Sustainability of Plastics
Tuesday, April 9, 7:00-8:00 p.m. at Central Middle School
Event is free with no registration required.
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