Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)

Wayzata High School's Parent-Teacher Organization works to strengthen, enhance and encourage a positive, inclusive and engaged educational and social environment at Wayzata High School.

Our PTO Supports

Parent Forums
- Coffee with the Principal events
- Professional speaker presentations for students and parents
- Self-defense training for students and parents
Staff Appreciation Events
- Full dinners for staff during parent-teacher conferences
- Daily treats for staff during Teacher Appreciation Week
College scholarships to qualifying seniors
Ad hoc grant requests and school event support
Needs-based fund for WHS family access

Funding for PTO-supported programs is obtained solely through parent donations.

Make a Donation

All donations made by August 12 will be entered in to a raffle for a $100.00 Amazon gift card.
Donations of $100.00 or more will receive a deluxe Wayzata Cooler Bag with Trojan logo (while supplies last).

Donate Online

Complete the short questionnaire.
Click on the following ‘Donate’ button to make an online credit card payment.

Check or Cash Donation

Drop off in the office of Wayzata High School, or mail to:
WHS PTO c/o Mike Smith
4955 Peony Lane North
Plymouth, MN 55446

Coffee with the Principal

WHS parents are invited to the high school for informal gatherings with Principal Scott Gengler and special guest. Join us for coffee, snacks and good conversation about things on your mind!

Thursday, December 3, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Auditorium foyer)
Guest speakers: Kristin Tollison, Director of Administrative Services; Steve Dahlson and Jon Goldenman, Plymouth Police school resource officers; and Principal Scott Gengler will be there to answer questions. Everyone is welcome to attend and hear about school safety. A light lunch will be provided.
Tuesday, February 11, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Auditorium foyer)
Tuesday, May 5, 7:00-8:30 a.m. (B204 Forum Room)

Contact

If you have general suggestions or questions for the PTO, or would like to 'opt-in' to the email list for PTO news and information, please send an email to pto@wayzataschools.org.

Partners

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Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

Back to Business Days – August
Help during Back-to-Business days. 3 hour shifts.

Culinary Express Back to School – September
Assist students during lunch period with PINs and general support. 3 hour shift.

Student Assistance Back to School – September
Answer questions/assist students first week of the school year. 1 hour, morning only.

Picture Day – Fall
Assist photographers during student picture day. 4 hour shift.

Senior Picture Day – Fall
Assist staff, direct students and hand out order forms. 1 hour.

Senior Declaration Day – May
Assist with cake and registering what seniors will do the following fall. One day, 2 hour shift.

General Help – School Year
Be on the general help/on-call list to help when it fits in your schedule. You will be notified via email when help is requested.

PTO – School Year
Assist PTO at various forums, conferences and back to business.

Senior Party – School Year
Chair and volunteers needed every year- work throughout school year planning year end celebration. Parent-sponsored event.

Staff Appreciation – School Year
Provide dessert or salad for quarterly teacher’s dinner and/or help serve food. One night, during conferences.

Stress Busters – School Year
1-2 hour shifts working with the Stress Busters committee supporting WHS students. Quarterly.

Club Y.E.S. Help – School Year
Assist Brenda Badger as needed throughout the year. Minimal time commitment.

Wayzata Public Schools will be Closed through April 30

Dear WPS Families and Staff,

On Wednesday, March 25, 2020, Governor Walz issued an executive order that directs all Minnesotans to stay at home and limit movement out of their homes beyond essential needs effective Friday, March 27 at 11:59 p.m. to Friday, April 10. This two-week, stay-at-home order is to be followed by an additional three weeks of social distancing. Click here for more information about the Governor’s order.

I’m writing to provide information about how the new order affects Wayzata Public Schools. Based on the new order, distance learning has been extended through April 30, 2020. Online learning will begin for our students on Monday, April 6 following our previously-scheduled spring break.

Governor Walz has indicated that at this time the intent is for school staff to return to work on Friday, May 1 and Monday, May 4 in order to prepare for students to return to school on Tuesday, May 5. The Governor stressed that this plan is subject for re-evaluation based on what happens with the evolving coronavirus situation.

Food Distribution Continues for Students in Need

We will continue to provide breakfast and lunch meals for anyone in our district under 18 years old. Please visit our website for more information about food distribution.

Childcare Continues for Emergency Personnel

Childcare for children of healthcare and emergency personnel will also continue while schools are closed. Visit our website for more information.

Thank you for your continued patience and support as we navigate this challenging situation. We will continue to stay in touch with additional information as it becomes available. Remember that we are here for you and we will get through this together.

Take care of yourself and take care of each other,

Chace B. Anderson
Superintendent

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