Westonka Public Schools

08/18/2026

In its new rankings released Aug. 18, U.S. News & World Report named Westonka High School (formerly Mound Westonka High School) the No. 8 traditional public high school in Minnesota and the No. 14 “Best High School” overall in the state.

👉 See the rankings: https://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/minnesota/rankings

The “2026-2027 Best High Schools” rankings are based on a combination of factors: college readiness and college curriculum breadth (measured by 2024 AP exam data); state assessment proficiency and performance, including outcomes for underserved students, from the 2023-24 academic year; and graduation rate for the Class of 2024.

“This ‘Best High Schools’ ranking reflects the outstanding teaching and learning happening at Westonka every day,” said Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Mark Femrite. “It’s validating to see Westonka High School ranked so highly based on data from a couple of years ago. We’ve continued to build on those results, and the progress we’ve seen since then gives us even more reason to be proud of the positive momentum at WHS.”

08/12/2026

Westonka High School students reached new heights in Advanced Placement (AP) achievement in 2026!

A record 241 students took 447 AP exams, with 84.34% earning scores of 3 or higher—the highest AP exam passing rate since Westonka began tracking results in 2007. Scores of 3 or higher can qualify students for college credit at many colleges and universities.

“What makes these results especially impressive is that we’re seeing record participation alongside record achievement,” said Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Mark Femrite. “More Westonka students are challenging themselves with rigorous AP coursework, and they are succeeding at an incredibly high level. These results speak to the hard work of our students, the dedication of our teachers, and the culture of academic excellence at Westonka High School.”

Another record: 74 Westonka students were named AP Scholars, including 32 AP Scholars with Distinction and 21 AP Scholars with Honor.

07/14/2026

Crews working on the Westonka High School project are making incredible progress this summer! Take a look at this drone video for an aerial view of the work happening on our new drives, athletic fields, and other campus improvements.

As construction continues, we want to sincerely thank our students, families, neighbors, and community members for staying off campus and following all posted signage. Your patience and cooperation are helping keep everyone safe while crews work to complete these exciting projects.

We can't wait to welcome everyone back in September for the start of the 2026–27 school year and to share these improvements with our Westonka community. Thank you for your continued support - it's an exciting time to be a White Hawk!

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06/23/2026

As construction continues across the shared campus of Westonka High School, Thaler Ice Arena, the Westonka Activity Center (WAC), and the Educational Service Center (ESC), we need everyone’s cooperation to keep our community safe.

📍 ACCESS & PARKING

The ESC is open, but parking lots and drives are under construction. Please call (952) 491-8000 to schedule an appointment before visiting.

For all summer athletic programming, park only in designated lots as directed by your program.

Do not enter any construction zones or bypass fencing, barricades, or signage. These are active work areas with heavy equipment and changing conditions.

🚫 NO CAMPUS SHORTCUTS

The public must not cut through the Westonka High School campus, including the athletic fields south of the WAC, areas west of the high school and Thaler Arena, and any construction areas.

Walkers and bikers must use perimeter sidewalks/roadways only.

E-bikes and e-scooters are not allowed on campus.

These expectations apply to all community members, including dog walkers.

Thank you for helping us keep the campus safe during this important construction period.

06/11/2026

Free summer meals will be available to all children and teens under age 19 this summer at Westonka Middle School. This includes any Adventure Club students and staff under age 19.

No enrollment or registration is required. Meals will be served Monday through Thursday from June 15 through August 19. No meals will be served July 1 or 2.

Breakfast will be available from 8 to 10 a.m., and lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Adult meal prices are $3.25 for breakfast and $5.65 for lunch. Families are encouraged to arrive for lunch before 11:30 a.m., as the cafeteria will be full starting at that time.

Meals will be served at Westonka Middle School, 1881 Commerce Blvd. in Mound. Visitors should enter through doors 2E or 12W.

06/05/2026

🚧 2026 Summer School Building Access 🚧

As summer construction ramps up, the following Westonka facilities are currently closed:

• Westonka High School
• Shirley Hills Primary School
• Hilltop Primary School
• Early Learning Center
• Westonka Activity Center (through July 26)

The Educational Service Center will remain open this summer, but the parking lots and drives are currently under construction. Please call the district office at (952) 491-8000 to schedule an appointment before visiting the ESC.

Westonka Middle School will be open for summer programming and will serve free meals for kids beginning June 15.

Thank you for your patience and understanding during this busy summer of construction. These projects represent a significant investment in the future of Westonka Public Schools, and we are grateful for the support of our community that made these improvements possible. We look forward to sharing our progress throughout the summer!

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

This morning: a walk down memory lane ❤️🤍
Tonight: graduation 🎓

The Westonka High School Class of 2026 walked the halls of their former primary schools and middle school during the annual Graduation Walk. Now, they’re preparing to cross the graduation stage and begin their next chapter. Congratulations, graduates!

05/26/2026

Shirley Hills Primary School third grader Clark Montgomery was named one of 13 statewide winners in the Minnesota Council on Economic Education’s annual poster contest. His award-winning poster explored the concept of “Opportunity Cost.” Congratulations, Clark!

05/24/2026

Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. 🇺🇸