Shorewood College Student Will Spend Spring Break in Joplin

Cornell student heading to town leveled by tornado.

Westonka DECA Students Shine at State, Pack Bags for Nationals

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

Westonka Students Earn Prestigious State Honor

Tyler Hebig and Katey Nelson excel in the classroom, on the athletic field and in their communities.

Hilltop Primary Students 'Learn Through Resources'

Stewardship funds enhance outdoor learning opportunities for Lake Minnetonka area students.

STATE CHAMPS!

Orono boys basketball team wins state championship.

Orono School District Students Achieve Academic Growth

Orono Middle School launched building-wide interventions to meet AYP as required by the No Child Left Behind law after failing to meet AYP in 2008-2009.

Meet the Teacher: Minnetonka High School’s Sara Martinson

Martinson shares her love of English literature with students after leaving a career as a PGA professional.

Talented Seniors Earn Triple ‘A” Nod

Two Mound-Westonka High School seniors display excellence in academics, arts, and athletics.

Meet Mound Westonka’s Feature Teacher for February

Pam Veilleux has taught in the Westonka School District for 22 years.

(Update): Winter Weather School Closings and Late Starts

Snow and ice woes around Lake Minnetonka cause cancellations and late starts for Westonka, Orono, Wayzata, and Minnetonka public schools.

Meet the Teacher: Minnetonka High School’s Christopher Pears

Exceptional teacher engages students in the classroom.

VIDEO: Westonka Jazz Team Competes at Target Center

White Hawks were among teams from throughout the state taking part in state tournament Feb. 17 and 18.

Community Pitches in to Help Orono Students Pack 125,000 Meals

Local businesses and residents supported efforts to feed those in need.

Orono Nordic Skier Takes Bronze at State Meet

Katherine Kearney skied in honor of her long-time coach, who is recovering from brain surgery.

Meet Westonka's Newest Feature Teacher: Rick Dahl

Each month's Feature Teacher winner receives a certificate for a brunch for two at Lord Fletcher’s.

Westonka Future Stars Win Buffalo Tournament

It was the second weekend in a row the girls battled for the tournament championship.

Orono Student Prepares for Irish Dance Championships in Dublin

Lauren Adams-Plehal hopes the luck of the Irish is with her this spring as she competes in the Emerald Isle.

Orono High School Teacher Nominated for Teacher of the Year

Have you or your child been in Michelle Swenson's math class? Share your memories!

Orono 11-Year-Olds Finish Second in Basketball Tourney

The Orono 11B team were runners up in the Robbinsdale Armstrong Classic.

Meet the Teacher: Minnetonka High School's Erik Sill

Minnetonka High School teacher leads award-winning business club while coaching in his free time.

Campus News: Lake Minnetonka College Kids Earn Academic Honors

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Orono High School Students Receive Scholastic Art Awards

Ozzie Secundino and Piper Cashman will have their work displayed at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Medallion Hunt Kicks off Orono PTO Fun Fest

Community invited to tomorrow's activities in Orono.

Here Come Thin Mints

Girl Scout cookie sales get underway this weekend around Lake Minnetonka

Westonka Art Students Take Home Hardware

Award winning works of student art move on to compete in national competition.

Orono 'Winterfest' Features Packed Slate of Events

If you can't escape it, then celebrate it.

Wayzata QB Nick Martin Says He's Headed to St. John's

High school standout may also compete for the Johnnies' punter job.

Lake Minnetonka College Kids Recognized for Academic Achievement

Below are college students from the Lake Minnetonka area who have recently been recognized for their academic achievement.

Spotlighting Lake Minnetonka's Hidden Artistic Gem

The Clay Studio offers clay classes and open studio time at rock bottom prices for beginners and experienced potters alike.

Westonka Musicians Selected for Conference Honor Band

From flute to sax, local kids strut their stuff with the region's best.

Lake Minnetonka College Kids Receive UW-Stout's Chancellor Award

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Westonka Educators Named TIES Exceptional Teachers

Integration of technology in the classroom earns pair of Westonka teachers peer recognition.

Orono Middle School Announces Q1 Honor Roll

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Nine Local College Kids Make Gustavus Dean's List

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Awards Recognize Westonka Theatre Program for Excellence

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Local College Kids Make Northwestern Dean's List

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Lake Minnetonka Well Represented on Marquette Dean's List

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Meet Westonka's December Feature Teacher: Kristi Henkels

Kristi Henkels has been a fixture in the Westonka School District for 15 years.

Westonka Teachers 'TILT' Toward Technology

The Westonka School District has a new tool.

Wayzata Parenting Panel Aims to Demystify High School

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