From April 14-18, the Minnetonka Schools community is celebrating our Explorers and Junior Explorers staff. With joy and care, these teams provide enriching and fun-filled experiences for preschool and elementary students outside of school hours and on non-school days. 

Clair has been involved in research since sixth grade, where he worked with a peer on a project to detect microplastics in local lake water. His Minnetonka Research project during his junior year allowed him to follow his curiosity around chemistry and water treatment.

Megan Hill, a fourth grade teacher at Groveland Elementary, has been named one of 31 semifinalists for the 2025 Minnesota Teacher of the Year. Hill has taught in the Minnetonka School District for 16 years, and she is also an Excelsior Elementary, Minnetonka Middle School West and Minnetonka High School alumna.

By hosting a benefit dinner, silent auction, musical telegrams, dress up days, a trivia night and more, Minnetonka High School Student Government supported Family Friends. “The organization not only provides financial support to Minnetonka students and families in need, but also accompanies them and empowers them as they navigate challenges of everyday life,” said Rebecca Johnson, Student Government advisor.

Wade Salvey from Scenic Heights Elementary successfully spelled “toorie” (a tassel on a Scottish bonnet) to win the competition. He will represent the Twin Cities at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, Maryland this May.

Minnetonka Schools has announced the award honorees for the 2025 Celebration of Excellence awards, an annual districtwide awards program that honors several outstanding teachers, staff and community volunteers. This year’s event is Thursday, May 15 from 6-8:30PM at the Arts Center at Minnetonka High School.

Technology is integral to our District’s learning and work, and our IT team ensures all computers, iPads, internet services, programs and other technologies are accessible and functional for our community.