Spring 2021 April 30, 2021 Newsletters will be sent weekly on Fridays to parents/guardians and students. If you have questions or suggestions regarding the newsletters, email Deb Lange. We value your feedback. Past newsletters are available on the WHS website.
Dates to Remember April 30 & May 1: Spring Musical - Drowsy Chaperone May 3: Senior Awards Night, 7:00 p.m. - Live Stream Link May 3: Senior Declaration Day May 7 & May 8: Spring Musical - Drowsy Chaperone May 15: Prom, Seniors Only June 4: Graduation June 5: Senior Party
Kudos! WHS Recognized as One of Nation's Best High Schools With an overall score of 97.6 out of 100, Wayzata High School (WHS) was recently ranked #2 among traditional public high schools in Minnesota by U.S. News & World Report. The ranking, which factors data on 17,857 public, charter and magnet high schools across the nation, is based on state assessments and preparation for post-secondary education.
Class of 2021/Senior Information Cap & Gown Pickup Did your student forget to pick up their cap and gown last week? They will be available for pickup at Senior Declaration Day or they can stop by the Administration Office on the 2nd floor during business hours from 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Questions can be directed to Deb Lange.
Senior Declaration Day The annual Senior Declaration Day will be celebrated on Monday, May 3 during all lunches. Seniors are invited to come to the Upper Commons after their lunch to declare their plans for next year. Seniors who are distance learners can come to the Upper Commons anytime between 11:15 a.m. - 1:40 p.m. and should enter WHS at the front greeter's desk. This fun event celebrates the various destinations that the Class of 2021 will take -- four-year college, community college, technical college, the military, a gap year, or employment. Seniors are welcome to wear a t-shirt or sweatshirt that reflects their destination. If you have any questions, please contact Deb Musser in the College and Career Center (CCC).
Rock the Block Senior Party It's time for our seniors to celebrate with their class at the Rock the Block Senior Party! To sign up and purchase tickets visit: https://www.wayzataseniorparty.com/registration
Upcoming Events Asian American and Pacific Islander Experiences Join Dakota County for a series of dedicated programs that uplift diverse Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) experiences and voices. Honor and celebrate AAPI literature, music, art and culture and learn about historical and contemporary personal experiences of being AAPI in America. Gain an understanding of how the contributions of the AAPI community make a positive difference in Minnesota and beyond and learn of the ongoing movement for Asian American civil rights and the fight for acceptance and belonging in this country. Click here for a listing of programs beginning May 10.
WHS Chinese Club Guest Speaker WHS Chinese Club is excited to announce guest speaker Dr. Hong Cheng's presentation on "Cultural Shocks across the Ocean: an Early History of Asian Immigrants in America" to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month! Chinese Club will be hosting a Zoom meeting open to all WHS students and the communities on Friday, May 14 at 2:15 p.m. Contact Heng Laoshi for more information.
LIMITED IN PERSON TICKETS
LIVESTREAM TICKETS Show Times Friday, May 7 at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 8 at 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Questions? email Kristyn Nelson A hilarious send-up of Golden Age musical comedies, The Drowsy Chaperone is a bubbly glimpse into one man's Broadway obsession. Using a clever show-within-a-show structure, the introverted narrator, Man in Chair, shares his favorite musical with the audience, The Drowsy Chaperone. As he listens to the worn-out record, the show comes to life in his tiny apartment, transforming his world into the Morosco Theatre in New York City, 1928. Within the musical, vaudeville starlet Janet Van de Graaf is due to marry dashing leading man, Robert Martin -- but plans go awry thanks to a classic blend of mix-ups, mayhem, and mistaken identities. Will the wedding go on as planned or will this cast of hilarious show-biz types ruin Janet's one shot at true love and happiness?
General Information Summer Volunteer Opportunity for Wayzata High School Students - Camp Explore Camp Explore is a summer learning camp for elementary students in Wayzata Public Schools. It is designed with programming that ensures each student reaches their academic goals while having FUN! It's more like going to camp than going to school! Enthusiastic and caring high school student volunteers are needed throughout the camp to provide assistance to teachers and help ensure campers have a fun summer camp experience. Students in service programs such as Club Y.E.S. and NHS are encouraged to apply. Registration is required and space is limited. View the 2021 Camp Explore Volunteers program flier for more information and to access the registration link. The registration deadline is May 14 or until all spots are filled. For questions contact Brenda Badger.
Performing Arts Department Feature Aiden Sussner, clarinet, rehearsing for the theatre production of The Drowsy Chaperone. The WHS Performing Arts Department features student, Aiden Sussner, in this newsletter. Aiden has been extremely active in the department over his four years in the program, growing exponentially, and contributing expertly as a clarinetist. He has been a section leader and soloist in the Wind Ensemble, rank lieutenant in the Marching Band, and a key member of the Pit Orchestra for this year's musical, The Drowsy Chaperone. (Aiden may have discovered his love for music in theatre when he took the stage with his clarinet in the play Failure: A Love Story.
Aiden has received regional, state and national recognition having been selected to the University of Minnesota Honor Band (2 yrs), Minnesota All-State Band (2 yrs) and NAfME National Honor Band.
These next five weeks will be busy for Aiden as he performs in two weekend runs of The Drowsy Chaperone and two performances with the Wind Ensemble to complete his senior year. Congratulations, Aiden, and thank you for your accomplishments in the performing arts department!
Health & Wellness 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 seven 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
Upcoming Dates: April 23, April 30, May 14, May 21, May 28 & June 4
Community Ed Driver Education with A+ Driving School Wayzata Community Ed has partnered with A+ Driving School to offer high-quality driver education to Wayzata High School students. Classroom and Behind the Wheel packages are available. Registration is open now for spring and summer classes. Learn more and register with A+ Driving School. Financial assistance is available or call 763-745-5200 for more information.
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