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Welcome to Westonka High School!
Westonka Public Schools offers Small School Advantages with Big School Opportunities—where every student is seen, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
Small School Advantages.
80% of Westonka students had college-credit earning scores on AP exams.
Big School Opportunities.
In 2023, Westonka residents approved a $93.4 million investment in school facilities that includes safety and security, deferred maintenance, and a redesign of Westonka High School.
Small School Advantages.
With a storied history, the Westonka community is a place where past generations of champions inspire the next.
Big School Opportunities.
Westonka is a place where students can spread their wings and watch their dreams take flight.
Small School Advantages.
At Westonka, our students don’t get stuck on the sidelines. Everyone gets a chance to shine.
Big School Opportunities.
Westonka graduates will attend 60 different colleges and universities in 2025-26.
Small School Advantages.
Enjoy the small-town charm of our close-knit community, where the White Hawks spirit comes alive during our annual homecoming parade.
Big School Opportunities.
Westonka takes pride in having many two- and three-sport athletes who are also involved in the arts and academic cocurriculars.
Why Westonka?
Westonka High School serves around 900 students in grades 8-12 and ranks as one of the top high schools in Minnesota.
![Jolene Herfel at Graduation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749133851/westonkak12mnus/t4rstyxwga9uekd1gtsb/1_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749133851/westonkak12mnus/t4rstyxwga9uekd1gtsb/1_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749133851/westonkak12mnus/t4rstyxwga9uekd1gtsb/1_1.png","width":800}])
Principal's Welcome
Read a welcome message from Westonka High School Principal Jolene Herfel.
![Business education classroom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749134737/westonkak12mnus/lphbrtzkz0ckduyvdsqx/HSShowcasePhotos.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749134737/westonkak12mnus/lphbrtzkz0ckduyvdsqx/HSShowcasePhotos.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749134737/westonkak12mnus/lphbrtzkz0ckduyvdsqx/HSShowcasePhotos.png","width":800}])
Course Catalog
Westonka High School offers a wide range of courses to match students' interests and abilities.
![basketball player dunking]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749133884/westonkak12mnus/wvwofobc16husvawviwv/2_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749133884/westonkak12mnus/wvwofobc16husvawviwv/2_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749133884/westonkak12mnus/wvwofobc16husvawviwv/2_1.png","width":800}])
Athletics & Activities
Westonka offers 33 varsity sports teams and a wide range of activities and clubs to match students' interests and abilities.
![Graduates tossing caps in the air]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749134171/westonkak12mnus/wibhhydtrgmkcctc6xdd/3_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749134171/westonkak12mnus/wibhhydtrgmkcctc6xdd/3_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749134171/westonkak12mnus/wibhhydtrgmkcctc6xdd/3_1.png","width":800}])
Post-Secondary Planning
Westonka Public School is committed to ensuring our our students are college and career ready.
![Artist rendering of Westonka High School entrance]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749134131/westonkak12mnus/i0cb3xoxtlaazlioenwp/5_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749134131/westonkak12mnus/i0cb3xoxtlaazlioenwp/5_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749134131/westonkak12mnus/i0cb3xoxtlaazlioenwp/5_1.png","width":800}])
Bond Construction Updates
Learn more about the districtwide construction tied to the 2023 bond referendum.
News & Events
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![The WHS graduating class of 2026 tosses their caps into the air.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780430295/westonkak12mnus/wqelv6azjzyyf6oykays/711738694_18583795831018673_5837422189492204671_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780430295/westonkak12mnus/wqelv6azjzyyf6oykays/711738694_18583795831018673_5837422189492204671_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780430295/westonkak12mnus/wqelv6azjzyyf6oykays/711738694_18583795831018673_5837422189492204671_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780430295/westonkak12mnus/wqelv6azjzyyf6oykays/711738694_18583795831018673_5837422189492204671_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780430295/westonkak12mnus/wqelv6azjzyyf6oykays/711738694_18583795831018673_5837422189492204671_n.jpg","width":1365}])
![Student Senate officers for 2026-27]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780333115/westonkak12mnus/q85decy8v2piixgdrtl8/Senatecropped.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780333115/westonkak12mnus/q85decy8v2piixgdrtl8/Senatecropped.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780333115/westonkak12mnus/q85decy8v2piixgdrtl8/Senatecropped.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780333115/westonkak12mnus/q85decy8v2piixgdrtl8/Senatecropped.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1780333115/westonkak12mnus/q85decy8v2piixgdrtl8/Senatecropped.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780333115/westonkak12mnus/q85decy8v2piixgdrtl8/Senatecropped.jpg","width":2142}])
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![Members of the Class of 26 form the number 26 on the football field]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779990609/westonkak12mnus/rbhvo6y35a8n87tp2ucs/Senior26.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779990609/westonkak12mnus/rbhvo6y35a8n87tp2ucs/Senior26.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779990609/westonkak12mnus/rbhvo6y35a8n87tp2ucs/Senior26.png","width":800}])
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From Our Community
![Matthew Mobagi holds ball on basketball court]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779907779/westonkak12mnus/kwve0tb47jdbxujarmn3/CC5Q0297.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779907779/westonkak12mnus/kwve0tb47jdbxujarmn3/CC5Q0297.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779907779/westonkak12mnus/kwve0tb47jdbxujarmn3/CC5Q0297.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779907779/westonkak12mnus/kwve0tb47jdbxujarmn3/CC5Q0297.jpg","width":1000}])
“Playing basketball for four years for Westonka taught me how to work with a team toward a shared goal. It reinforced the importance of putting in the work when no one is watching. Most importantly, it showed me that with hard work and determination, you can achieve any goal, in athletics and in life.”
-Matthew Mobagi, Class of 2025, studying at the University of Notre Dame
![Raul Jordan in cap and gown and holding diploma]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771352555/westonkak12mnus/awtg8xm4d4tpfytoxitc/jordanr.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771352555/westonkak12mnus/awtg8xm4d4tpfytoxitc/jordanr.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771352555/westonkak12mnus/awtg8xm4d4tpfytoxitc/jordanr.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771352555/westonkak12mnus/awtg8xm4d4tpfytoxitc/jordanr.jpg","width":904}])
“Westonka Public Schools gave me an edge by offering a tight-knit environment where teachers genuinely cared about my success. The range of extracurriculars and leadership opportunities instilled in me strong real-world skills.”
-Raul Jordan, Class of 2025, studying at St. Olaf College
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"As teachers ourselves—with me working in the district for 10 years—we see daily the dedication of our superintendent, principals, and colleagues. But as parents, we've experienced something even more powerful: watching our own children be seen, known, and loved by their teachers."
-Brian and Sara Ibs, parents of Elin, Lincoln, Thea & Mae
![Liz Schepers with PWHL trophy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748366153/westonkak12mnus/qbbsiba3roas9taufrnn/SchepersL_2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748366153/westonkak12mnus/qbbsiba3roas9taufrnn/SchepersL_2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748366153/westonkak12mnus/qbbsiba3roas9taufrnn/SchepersL_2025.jpg","width":798}])
“In small school and community settings, I was able to develop important leadership skills that I wouldn't have elsewhere. I was able to transition into college academics and athletics smoothly thanks in large part to the people in the Westonka School District.”
-Liz Schepers, Class of 2017, forward in the Professional Women's Hockey League
![Kendall Sebasky poses with Vanderbilt mascot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744908788/westonkak12mnus/bfajxumecfwp31rsruqh/IMG_5473.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744908788/westonkak12mnus/bfajxumecfwp31rsruqh/IMG_5473.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744908788/westonkak12mnus/bfajxumecfwp31rsruqh/IMG_5473.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744908788/westonkak12mnus/bfajxumecfwp31rsruqh/IMG_5473.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744908788/westonkak12mnus/bfajxumecfwp31rsruqh/IMG_5473.jpg","width":1290}])
"Westonka Public Schools pushed me to pursue my passions while taking rigorous courses that prepared me for college. The support and encouragement from Westonka's tight-knit community inspired me to excel academically and beyond the classroom, while maintaining a healthy school-life balance."
-Kendall Sebasky, Class of 2024, studying at Vanderbilt University
![The Foertsch Family black and white portrait]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733864269/westonkak12mnus/df6fzfvzmaxbjkkfesxy/FoertschFamily.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733864269/westonkak12mnus/df6fzfvzmaxbjkkfesxy/FoertschFamily.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733864269/westonkak12mnus/df6fzfvzmaxbjkkfesxy/FoertschFamily.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733864269/westonkak12mnus/df6fzfvzmaxbjkkfesxy/FoertschFamily.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733864269/westonkak12mnus/df6fzfvzmaxbjkkfesxy/FoertschFamily.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1733864269/westonkak12mnus/df6fzfvzmaxbjkkfesxy/FoertschFamily.jpg","width":2200}])
"As our kids approached school age, we considered open enrollment to big schools in the area. Then, we visited Westonka schools and were blown away. The teachers knew all the students’ names. Kids happily greeted the principal, many with big hugs. It is hard to explain, but it felt like home. Now we see our kids with all the opportunities of a big school, with an excellent, challenging, and specifically tailored curriculum, all in that loving, supportive, safe, homey environment we felt since our first visit. We could not be happier that we send our children to Westonka Public Schools."
-Stephen and Sammi Foertsch, parents of Brooks, Colie & Beau