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Wayzata Parenting Panel Aims to Demystify High School

Wayzata High School host event next week for middle school parents.

will host a Parenting with Vision panel discussion called Demystifying the High School next Thursday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m. in the high school's second floor forum room.

The evening will feature a panel of high school staff, students and parents who will discuss topics about the high school that will be of interest to middle and high school parents.

Topics included will be the following:

  • Orientation opportunities: What training and education opportunities are provided to parents and/or students? (Parent Night, Freshman Orientation, tours, etc.) What is the timing? (e.g. February, August, etc.) What communication tools exist ongoing?
  • Academics overview: Block schedule, core classes, electives, AP vs. Honors, when/how is scheduling done, grades matter (weighted GPS, college prep), academic support (tutoring, guidance and counseling), attendance policies, conferences and alternative learning center.
  • Non-academic engagement: lunch, sports, clubs and activities
For more information, contact the district’s volunteer coordinator, Charlene Barghini, by phone at 763-745-5208 or email at Charlene.Barghini@wayzata.k12.mn.us.


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