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Welcome to Shirley Hills!

Westonka Public Schools offers Small School Advantages with Big School Opportunities—where every student is seen, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.

About Shirley Hills

Small School Advantages.

Shirley Hills provides lower class sizes and individual attention. We truly know each child by name.

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Big School Opportunities.

In 2023, Westonka residents approved a $93.4 million investment in school facilities that includes safety and security, deferred maintenance, and a redesign of Westonka High School.

Bond Project Updates

Small School Advantages.

Enjoy the small-town charm of our close-knit community, where the White Hawks spirit comes alive during our annual homecoming parade.

Big School Opportunities.

Westonka's fourth grade students take an annual trip to Wolf Ridge - a hands-on adventure that brings learning to life in the great outdoors.

Small School Advantages.

Our Shirley Hills families have regular opportunities to get involved with their student's education.

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Big School Opportunities.

The Shirley Hills Operetta is performed every three years on the Westonka Performing Arts Center stage.

Why Westonka?

Shirley Hills Primary School is a National Blue Ribbon school, serving approximately 450 students in grades K-4. Our students consistently rank among the best in the state.

Family Resources

Explore tools, support, and information to help your family thrive at Shirley Hills.

Family Resources

Bond Construction Updates

Learn more about the districtwide construction tied to the 2023 bond referendum.

Bond Construction

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From Our Community

Liz Schepers with PWHL trophy

“In small school and community settings, I was able to develop important leadership skills that I wouldn't have elsewhere. I was able to transition into college academics and athletics smoothly thanks in large part to the people in the Westonka School District.” - Liz Schepers, Class of 2017, forward in the Professional Women's Hockey League

Kendall Sebasky - Class of 2024

"Westonka Public Schools pushed me to pursue my passions while taking rigorous courses that prepared me for college. The support and encouragement from Westonka's tight-knit community inspired me to excel academically and beyond the classroom, while maintaining a healthy school-life balance."

-Kendall Sebasky, Class of 2024, studying at Vanderbilt University

The Foertsch Family

"As our kids approached school age, we considered open enrollment to big schools in the area. Then, we visited Westonka schools and were blown away. The teachers knew all the students’ names. Kids happily greeted the principal, many with big hugs. It is hard to explain, but it felt like home. Now we see our kids with all the opportunities of a big school, with an excellent, challenging, and specifically tailored curriculum, all in that loving, supportive, safe, homey environment we felt since our first visit. We could not be happier that we send our children to Westonka Public Schools."

-Stephen and Sammi Foertsch, parents of Brooks, Colie & Beau

The VanBockel Family

“As a new family to the area, we have felt welcomed by the Westonka community. We truly believe Westonka offers small school advantages and big school opportunities. We are impressed with the high levels of achievement happening in Westonka and are excited about all the great things coming to the district!”

-Jessica and Ryan VanBockel, parents of Brooks and Lucy

Colter Applegate in military fatigues

"The friends I made at Westonka pushed me to better myself in all aspects of life. On top of this, the teachers were always available to help and truly care for their students' success."

-Colter Applegate, Class of 2024, studying at the U.S. Military Academy, West Point