Governor Tim Walz proclaimed January 23-29, 2023 as Paraprofessional Recognition Week in Minnesota. There are over 20,000 paraprofessionals in the state working hard every day to make sure every child has the education they need to succeed in school and life. At Westonka Public Schools, there are over 70 dedicated paraprofessionals who provide a wide range of services to students. Westonka recognized and celebrated their work in a variety of ways throughout the week.