Volume 15 January 27, 2021
Important Dates February 8: Fall 2021 Registration opens February 8: Registration Information Night February 12: No School February 15: No School February 19: Fall 2021 Registration closes
Student Seminar Notes We will be covering Fall 2021-2022 Registration Tuesday, February 9: Freshmen Wednesday, February 10: Sophomores Thursday, February 11: Juniors Counselor Seminar Zoom Links
Counseling Tips Academic Registration for the Fall 2021-2022 school year is approaching. Be sure to check your graduation requirements before registering for the following school year.
A student must earn 60 credits in Grades 9-12 with a distribution of coursework that meets the standards established by the Wayzata Public Schools' School Board and meets Minnesota state standards. These credits include:
Post-Secondary NACAC Virtual College Fairs Sign up now for free at virtualcollegefairs.org. Families are invited, too! Find the college that fits you at an upcoming NACAC Virtual College Fair. It's easy! Just drop in on Zoom sessions offered by hundreds of colleges. It's one day to explore your options and get started on your college dreams. Hear about student life, majors and programs, financial aid, scholarships, and more, plus ask questions and text chat. More than 500 colleges and universities will be online to talk with high school students on each of these days:
Sessions cover topics such as how to apply, financial aid, student life, and more. You can watch, learn, and get your questions answered about academics, athletics, diversity, study abroad, and other topics. You can also text chat or meet one-on-one with a college's admission counselor by selecting a virtual meeting date and time.
Social + Emotional Online Mindfulness Class for WHS Students Mindfulness is a powerful, research-based practice that can help teens reduce stress and anxiety, and improve focus and concentration. This mindfulness class consists of six sessions in which students will learn basic mindfulness practices and develop strategies for self-care and stress reduction. The course also includes:
The class is open to all interested students and will be taught by Sarah Rudell Beach, a Mindful Schools Certified Mindfulness instructor and former Wayzata High School teacher.
Students are encouraged to join us via Zoom for any or all of the following Fridays from 11:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Meeting ID: 898 7002 338, Passcode: 56751223
Mark your calendars for these dates: February 26, March 12, March 26, April 23, April 30.
Resource Highlight Career and Technical Education Guide Explore dozens of great career pathways in the Twin Cities through the Career and Technical Education Guide.
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