Kindergarten is an exciting and important time in a student's life, as they will develop and grow many academic, social, and emotional skills that will lay the foundation for their K-12 journey.
Everything we do at Waconia Public Schools, ISD 110, is focused on creating opportunities for students to explore their passions and create their success. With dedicated teachers, supportive parents, and a community that values quality education, we are able to provide authentic learning experiences for all students. Let's go Wildcats!!!!
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AUDREY BROWN NAMED 2026 ATHENA AWARD WINNER
Waconia High School senior Audrey Brown is the recipient of the school’s 2026 Athena Award. Brown is a three-sport athlete (volleyball, basketball, track & field) who has earned a total 10 varsity letters, three all-conference awards, and is a captain of all three sports. This past basketball season, Brown recorded her 1,000th career point and was named All-State Honorable Mention while helping lead the Wildcats to a 19-9 record. She has also been named Academic All-State for both volleyball and basketball.
Outside of varsity athletics, Brown is involved in Waconia High School’s LINK Crew and National Honor Society (NHS). She also has a history of community service and volunteer work through NHS and various youth athletic associations. Brown is planning to attend either the University of Minnesota or the University of Wisconsin-Madison and major in Biomedical Engineering and Spanish. Brown and 54 other Athena Award winners will be recognized at the Minneapolis Athena Awards Banquet on Friday, May 1 at the Earle Brown Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center.
2023 GRADUATE MAX MCENELLY WINS NATIONAL WRESTLING TITLE
We couldn’t be more proud of Waconia High School alumnus Max McEnelly, who claimed the national championship at 184 pounds on March 21 with a 4–3 decision over Penn State’s Rocco Welsh.
Max was a four-time state champion at Waconia High School and a Wildcat through and through—known for his relentless work ethic, toughness, and leadership on and off the mat. Today, he’s reached the pinnacle of college wrestling, and the entire Waconia community is celebrating alongside him. Congratulations, Max—we can’t wait to see what’s next!
WHS STUDENTS PARTICIPATE AT DECA STATE CONFERENCE
Thirty students from Waconia HS participated in the annual Minnesota DECA State Career Development Conference in Minneapolis, March 1-3. During the school year, 6,500 Minnesota DECA members take part in the organization's competitive events program, allowing them to compete in over 70 events focused in the areas of entrepreneurship, finance, hospitality, marketing and other related fields. The competitions are designed to simulate real life business scenarios and test students’ academic understanding and skills development.
After qualifying earlier this year, district winners put their talents to the test during the State Career Development Conference. Senior Caitlyn Miller participated in the Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling event and performed at the highest level, punching her ticket to international competition. Sophomores Quinn Swanson and Mae Kerfoot will also be traveling to Atlanta, GA, this April to participate and compete in a retail leadership academy through the high school store, the Wildcat Warehouse.
