In preparation of Governor Walz's July 30th announcement we, like all schools across the state, have been actively planning for each of the three possible scenarios. The scenario planning is to assure preparation of the recent announcement and the start of school, but also to assist schools in being fluid and have the ability to flex to another mode of learning as the number of positive cases of COVID-19 increase or decrease.

WEM will continue to plan for the 2020-2021 school year, please review our district timeline posted on our district website. We know, and have ourselves, questions surrounding the status of extra curricular activities. As the Minnesota State High School League makes decisions based on the recent announcement and guidance we will continue to communicate with families.

In our planning WEM is dedicated to providing the best and most effective instruction to students as well as maintaining the health and safety of our students and staff. WEM will continue to follow the guidelines provided by Minnesota Department of Health, Minnesota Department of Education and the Center for Disease Control.

We hope you are able to enjoy the remainder of the summer and continue to be safe and healthy.

Thank you,

Joel Whitehurst, Superintendent
Bobbie Jo Bastian, PreK-6 Principal
Jennifer Wilson, 7-12 Principal