Winnetonka Griffin Gazette
January 30-February 3, 2023
Orchestra Fundraiser
Got any plans for Feb. 12th? Need to take a dish to the Bowl that is Super, party??! Look no further than our last fundraiser. Little Caesar's pizza kits are sure to delight and make prepping for said party a breeze! Please select from a student below to support in this fundraiser as they work towards raising more money for their Chicago trip OR our next trip.
We sincerely appreciate any and all support you give!

Winnetonka Rubies placed 4th in their division at the Battle High School Competition over the weekend!
Good luck to our Winnetonka High School Rubies as they take on their competitors at Belton High School this Saturday!

Dates to Remember
Monday, January 9- Friday, February 24th
- KC Scholars 2023 Scholarships applications open
Thursday, February 2
- Late Start Thursday, 8:28 AM
Tuesday, February 7
- Freshman PreACT, 8:00 AM
Wednesday, February 8
- AVID applications due
Thursday, February 9
- Late Start Thursday, 8:28 AM
Wednesday, February 15
- Parent Teacher Conferences, 3:00-8:00 PM
Thursday, February 16
- NO Late Start, 7:43 AM
- Children's Mercy Teen Parenting Session 6:30-7:30 PM, NKC High School
Friday, February 17-Monday, February 20
- NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, February 21
- Booster Club Meeting, 6:00 PM Tonka library
Thursday, February 23
- NO Late Start, 7:43 AM
Tuesday, March 7
- ACT for all Juniors
Monday, March 27
- Booster Club Meeting, 6:00 PM Tonka library
Monday, April 17
- Booster Club Meeting, 6:00 PM Tonka library
Saturday, April 29
- Prom
Monday, May 15
- Booster Club Meeting, 6:00 PM Tonka library




What parents are saying about participating in the School Kids Health Project
“The School KIDS program is amazing! It benefits both researchers and the participants. The paperwork is simple to complete and the emails I receive are short and concise regarding the information. The questionnaires are also quick to fill out My 6 year old daughter was excited to earn money to do the nose swabs. She even does it herself! The option to drop off an at home sample at Children's Mercy hospital Northland location is a breeze. The swabs at school are very easy and last less than one minute. It does not interrupt class and the staff is friendly! I highly recommend the School KIDS program to continue to collect data on illnesses in a way that benefits both parties involved!"
-Megan Smith


Juniors! Are you interested in free college?
LEARN MORE SAVE THE DATE:
MCC- Maple Woods: Attend one of the three virtual informational evenings via Zoom from 6:00-7:00 PM
January 26, 2023
January 31, 2023
February 15, 2023
UMKC: New for Fall 2023 we are starting an Early College Academy program with UMKC for seniors!
6:00-7:00 PM
January 27, 2023
February 1, 2023
February 16, 2023
Watch this informational video, email Shannon Gilliland, or visit https://www.nkcschools.org/Page/4221 for more information!



Winnetonka Athletics



counseling corner

College and Career Corner

FAFSA is open!!!
Your Student should file the FAFSA if they want to go to community college, a 4 year college, Cosmetology School, Culinary School, Tech School, Trade School, access A+ Scholarships, access athletic Scholarships, apply for financial based scholarships, or don’t want to go in debt going to school.
Start by creating a FSA ID at www.fsaid.ed.gov
Submit your FAFSA at www.fafsa.gov
To File the FAFSA you need:
- Social Security Number & Birth Date
- Last Year’s Federal Tax Forms (1040, 1040A)
- Last Year’s W-2
- Proof of Other Income (TANF, Social Security, Child Support, etc.)
- Depended students need social security numbers, tax information, and birthdates of at least one biological parent.
- IF you file your FAFSA with tax estimates, you must go back and update your FAFSA with your 2021 tax information.
If you have any questions contact Madeline Waskowiak @ madeline.waskowiak@nkcschools.org, 816-321-4345

Parchment

Community Service hour opportunities




February 16
April 13
May 4
May 11
now hiring


Tonka's Daily Schedule

Lunch Schedule

Calendars
NKC District Calendar | AB Calendar | Thursday 45 Minute Late Start (8:28 AM) |
School Resources
Food and Nutrition Services Meals are no longer free for all students for the 2022-2023 school year. Apply HERE to check your student's eligibility for free or reduced meals. | Transportation MyStop is a school bus tracking app that allows parents to track their student's bus location and arrival time in real-time! Click HERE to download the Versatrans MyStop app. | Tech ResourcesFor support or questions with your MacBook, please call the NKC HelpDesk at (816) 321-4357 to create a ticket or get assistance over the phone. |
Food and Nutrition Services
Transportation
Tech Resources
For support or questions with your MacBook, please call the NKC HelpDesk at (816) 321-4357 to create a ticket or get assistance over the phone.
Tonka Administration
Assistant Principal Mr. Corey McCune
A-D/Business and Communication BLE
Attendance 816-321-4226
Assistant Principal Dr. Shannon Calohan
E-K/Human Services PAH
Attendance 816-321-3746
Assistant Principal Mrs. Shannon Elijah
L-Q/Health and Wellness HAW
Attendance 816-321-5557
Assistant Principal Mrs. Joelle Hendrick
R-Z/Design, Innovation, and Technology DIT
Attendance 816-413-3898
Mission and Vision
· The mission of Winnetonka High School is to educate responsively, embrace fully, and prepare holistically so students can fulfill their unique purpose as they navigate and change the world.
· Our vision for Winnetonka High School is a community where students explore their possibilities, where relationships are a priority, and where students are celebrated for their unique purpose.
2022-2023 Student Handbook
North Kansas City Schools Cell Phone Policies and Procedures
Winnetonka High School
Email: andrea.healey@nkcschools.org
Website: https://www.nkcschools.org/WHS
Location: 5815 Northeast 48th Street, Kansas City, MO, USA
Phone: 816-321-5340
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TonkaNation
Twitter: @Tonka_News