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Spring 2021

April 16, 2021

Dates to Remember

April 23: MCA Exams, Math for Juniors

April 23: Online Mindfulness Class for Students

April 30: MCA Exams, Reading/Science for Sophomores

April 30: Online Mindfulness Class for Students

April 30 & May 1: Spring Musical - Drowsy Chaperone

May 3: Senior Awards Night

May 7 & May 8: Spring Musical - Drowsy Chaperone

May 15: Prom, Seniors Only

June 4: Graduation

June 5: Senior Party

Upcoming Events

Guided Meditation & Speaker Event hosted by

UNICEF & HEART - Friday, April 23

With AP exams approaching, we think that mindfulness is a great way of keeping our lives in balance. This event is for both students and parents to learn about mindfulness from a MyHealth guest speaker and to take some time to enjoy a video guided meditation. Join to learn more about mindfulness and it's importance in our daily lives. If you have any questions about the event, please email Elise Koltonowski or Anannya Prasanna.

Zoom Link

Join us on Friday, April 23 from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Meeting ID: 832 6213 7254 , Passcode: 34086173

General

Student Input Requested

The Compass Cybersecurity students are working on a project and would like your input by filling out their short cybersecurity survey. In this day and age, cybercrime is more prevalent than ever - - hacking, identify theft, stalking, etc. Students are looking for input from you to see how much you know about the internet.

In-Person Meetings for Student Groups

Many student groups have been meeting over Zoom during the past year. Wayzata High School is excited to explore opportunities to bring student groups back to in-person meetings. If you are currently running a student group, are interested in forming one or would just like to learn more about student groups at the high school, please join an informational Zoom meeting on Tuesday, April 20 at 3:15 p.m. Reach out to Associate Principal Sowden if you have any questions.

Zoom Meeting Link, Meeting ID: 853 3751 2421 Passcode: 37367272

Culinary Concession Stand Now Open for Breakfast

The Concessions Stand in Culinary is now open for breakfast daily from 7:50 a.m.-8:15 a.m. Stop in for a scone, muffin, cinnamon roll or some coffee - hot or cold pressed!

A reminder to all students that in order to purchase a second breakfast or lunch (one breakfast/lunch per student) or any ala carte items you need to have your bar codes with you. Bar codes have been sent out via email to all students. Also, if you have a student ID from last year or this year, you are able to use it. Students need to have funds in their account to make a purchase. If you do not have a bar code or student ID, you can request an ID card at wpsculinaryexpress@wayzataschools.org.

Health & Wellness

UPdOnline 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 seven sessions in which students will learn basic mindfulness practices and develop strategies for self-care and stress reduction. The course also includes:

strategies for navigating school-related and/or test anxiety
practices for working with overwhelm and distraction
relaxation and calming exercises

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

Upcoming Dates: April 23, April 30, May 14, May 21, May 28 & June 4