Westonka News

  •  Westonka Celebrates Work of District Paraprofessionals

    Westonka Celebrates Work of District Paraprofessionals

    Despite the shortened week due to MLK Day and Mother Nature’s cold snap, Westonka Public Schools celebrated 75 dedicated paraprofessionals, who provide a wide range of services to students, in honor of Paraprofessional Recognition Week in Minnesota.

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    Shirley Hills Families Raise $20K in Kids Heart Challenge

    Shirley Hills Primary School students raised $20,000 for the American Heart Association (AHA) in January, having lots of fun and learning in the process.

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  •  Westonka Students Celebrate Life of Martin Luther King Jr.

    Westonka Students Celebrate Life of Martin Luther King Jr.

    Westonka Public Schools students spent time this month reflecting on the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Although the holiday that celebrates the civil rights leader’s birthday was a no-school day for students, educators took opportunities during January to have students learn about Dr. King's work and his contributions to society.

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  •  Incoming kindergarten student poses by Westonka White Hawks backdrop with parents

    Westonka Public Schools Welcomes Class of 2038

    Westonka Public Schools held Kindergarten Information Nights at Hilltop and Shirley Hills primary schools in January, giving the Class of 2038 and their families a sneak peek into the exciting world of kindergarten. Families interested in enrolling their child for the 2025-26 school year are asked to complete the online enrollment form by Feb. 1, 2025.

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  •  Shirley Hills Students to Present 'Finding Nemo KIDS' on Feb. 7-8

    Shirley Hills Students to Present 'Finding Nemo KIDS' Feb. 7 and 8

    Shirley Hills Primary School students will be presenting Disney’s “Finding Nemo KIDS,” a musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie “Finding Nemo,” on Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Westonka Performing Arts Center.

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  •  high school and elementary school students ice skating

    Third Annual SEAC Skate & Sled Event Brings Community Together

    The third annual SEAC Skate & Sled event, held January 11 at Shirley Hills Primary School, was a resounding success. Organized by the Westonka Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC), the event brought together families, volunteers, and local organizations for an afternoon of winter fun and community spirit.

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  •  Westonka Schools Conduct Annual WeCAN Holiday Drives

    Westonka Schools Conduct Annual WeCAN Holiday Drives

    Students at every school in the Westonka School District embraced the holiday spirit throughout December by collecting a variety of items for families served by the Western Communities Action Network (WeCAN).

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