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Volume 22
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February 24, 2020
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Dates to Remember
- February 25 - ACT Exam Testing Day (Early Dismissal)
- February 25 - 2020 Caucuses - Wayzata High School
- February 28 - Graduation Cap & Gown Orders Due
- February 28 - Winter Musical "Gypsy," 7:00 p.m. (Auditorium 2)
- February 29 - Winter Musical "Gypsy," 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Auditorium 2)
- March 3 & 4 - Choir Concert, 7:30 p.m., Auditorium 1
- March 5 - Band Concert, 7:30 p.m., Auditorium 2
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Reminders and Updates
Save the Date: ACT Testing Day - Tuesday, February 25
As a friendly reminder, please review the "Information for Tuesday, February 25" information that was emailed to parents/guardians in January.
- All Freshmen will take the PreACT 8/9, all Sophomores will take the PreACT, and all Juniors will take the ACT on this date.
- Testing will begin at 8:20 a.m. Inbound bus schedules will not change.
- Students will be dismissed and buses will leave promptly at 1:15 p.m.
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MN Education Fair/College Fair - February 26
Minnesota Education Fair (MEF)/College Fair at Minnetonka High School on February 26.
All Wayzata High School students and their families are invited to attend a Minnesota Education Fair (MEF)/College Fair on Wednesday, February 26, 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Minnetonka High School (18301 Highway 7, Minnetonka). Students and their families can visit with representatives from over 120 regional colleges, universities, community colleges, technical colleges, specialty schools. The College Fair is sponsored by MACAC, Minnesota Association for College Admission Counseling.
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Technology Education Department News
On February 19 we had over 700 students attend our CTE Career Fair (up 100 from last year and up over 500 from the year before!) - it was such an exciting day! Representatives from over 50 different organizations came to talk with our students about potential careers in dozens of high demand, high wage careers. There was lots of excitement from the students about attending this event; however, we were most impressed with how excited exhibitors were to interact with our students. We had so many comments from our business partners about how great it was to engage with the students and how large numbers of students were hearing about some of these careers for the first time. We are gathering feedback from our vendors, but as of today 100% of our vendors said they would like to return for next year. Here is what one local technical college representative had to say about our CTE Career Fair - "I loved the vibe and enthusiasm of this event; once again, you guys did a fantastic job! Excited for next year!" Check out the CCX Media news story, as well as a video that our own school district produced about the day. We hope that your student was able to attend, if not we will look for them next year. If you work for a company or organization that would like to be represented next year please reach out to Deb.Musser@wayzataschools.org or Kyle.Swenson@wayzataschools.org.
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Free ACT Study Guides/Resources
Below are ACT practice resources for each subject if you are interested.
English | Math | Reading | ACT Reading Lesson Slide Deck | Science | Writing Samples | ACT Writing Lesson Slide Deck
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Announcements and Breaking News
Student Scuba Trip to Grand Cayman, Summer 2020
Does your child have aspirations of becoming a Marine Biologist or have a love for the ocean and a desire to SCUBA dive? If yes, we have a trip for you! Wayzata High School will be taking students on a trip to Grand Cayman Island this summer. As part of this trip, students will be certified to SCUBA dive, spend 8 days on Grand Cayman Island SCUBA diving, and learn all about the marine ecosystem of the Caribbean. The cost of the trip is $3,200, which covers all costs: SCUBA certification, airfare, food, lodging, dive equipment, and textbooks. We have two separate trips this summer students can choose from, June 9-16 or June 16-23. This trip is open to all students who are currently in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. If you are interested or want more information, please contact Erik Christenson in room A402 or by email.
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French Field Trip Opportunity
We are excited to offer an opportunity for students to attend the Alliance Française's annual film festival Festinema on Thursday, March 12. Students are encouraged to join us for the movie Comme des Garçons (2018) (in French with English subtitles) at St. Anthony Main Theater and lunch at the Midtown Global Market (on their own). We will leave WHS at approximately 9:15 a.m. (during 1st block) and return about 2:00 p.m. (during 4th block). The cost for students is $13.00, which includes the movie ticket and transportation (plus money for lunch).
- If your student attends, please know that he/she is responsible for making up any work missed in his/her classes (including French class!).
- We are looking for parent/guardian chaperones. Please email Carrie Berg if you are interested or indicate on EPay when you sign up.
- This trip is limited to the first 80 students who sign up via EPay. Sign-ups are due by Friday, March 6 or until all spots are filled.
- Note: WHS school ID will be required to get on the bus.
- Questions? Contact Carrie.Berg@wayzataschools.org.
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What's Cooking in Culinary
Come Join the Culinary Team!
Join our culinary dream team of school nutrition professionals who are dedicated to helping kids fall in love with real food.
- $15.87 starting wage; after 70-day probationary period, pay increases to $17.77-18.96/hour
- No nights, weekends or holidays
- Summers off
- Uniform allowance of $175/year
- Education dollars to attend classes and conferences
- Option to earn an additional $0.90-1.45/hour after completing school nutrition courses
Visit our Careers page for more information on our open positions or to complete an application. If you have questions, please call 763-745-5153.
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Class of 2020/Senior Information
Graduation Cap & Gown Orders - Due February 28
If your senior has not yet ordered their cap and gown, please have them do so. The cap, gown and tassel are supplied to each senior by the District at no cost. If you have further questions, you may contact the Lifetouch rep, Carson Amiot.
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Senior Party 2020 Information
Senior Party Information
As we get closer to Graduation, Senior Party information will continue to be updated. Please submit your email to wayzata.seniorparty@gmail.com to receive all updates. Also, be sure to check our Senior Party website frequently!
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WHS Athletic News
Spring Sports Registration
Athletic Registration for spring sports began on February 11.
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Around the District
We've had so many great Ask Ali questions in our inbox – thanks to all who have submitted! Ali, along with her network of local experts, has 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.
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Community Ed
Last chance to register! Our Prepare for the ACT: 4+ Point Increase class begins February 29!
Financial assistance is available, find more information here or call 763-745-5200.
Upcoming Events:
Young Scientist Roundtable: Facial Surgery: Where Dentistry Meets Medicine - Dr. Deepak Kademani, oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist, sees patients from all over the state and region for complex head and neck problems. Dr. Kademani will highlight developments in facial surgery, and the overlap of dentistry and medicine. Tuesday, March 10 at 7 p.m., Central Middle School Auditorium
Parenting with Vision: Gray Matter: Parenting Through Complicated Emerging Trends on Feb 24 and The State of the District on March 16 have been canceled due to unforeseen conflicts. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes. Please join us on April 21 for Dealing with Difficult Behavior.
Events are free with no registration required.
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