We are a community of learners consisting of more than 700 students in grades K-5. We are one of six elementary schools in the Minnetonka Public Schools. Minnewashta is the western most school in the district and is located on the scenic south shore of Lake Minnetonka. We are a neighborhood school in which 80 exceptional staff members collaborate with a dedicated and involved parent community to provide the best possible learning environment for children.

In addition to providing an outstanding traditional elementary education taught in English, families at Minnewashta have an option of enrolling in a Spanish Language Immersion Option beginning in kindergarten. Students may only enter the immersion program in kindergarten, unless they demonstrate an appropriate level of Spanish fluency to enter at a later grade. Families who choose the immersion option are asked to make a six year commitment to the program.

Our students like coming to school and consistently perform at high levels by both state and national norms.

Our vision is to be a school where:

• Everyone respects themselves and others
• Everyone is safe and having fun
• Everyone does their very best

We welcome new members to our community and continually seek feedback as to how we can be a better place for children.

Sincerely,

Cindy Andress, Principal