Washburn High School Foundation

Time to support your Millers! The top-ranked Washburn Girls Ultimate Team will take on Mpls South for the State Championship Wednesday at 5 p.m. St Paul Central High School. LET'S GET LOUD for these young women who are also going onto the national tournament!

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For nearly 100 years, Washburn High School has prepared students
to achieve great things. Robert Cabana graduated from Washburn in 1967, attended the US Naval Academy, became a test pilot, an astronaut and eventually a top administrator at NASA. Donate today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E354416&id=8

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Washburn Graduate Robert D. Cabana (’67) said his experiences
at Washburn High School were important to his success. Recently
retired from his role as a senior administrator at NASA overseeing
more than 18,000 employees and a $25-billion-dollar budget, Robert shared with us the ways his time at Washburn prepared him for life.

“What I remember most was the camaraderie of my friends on the stage crew under the direction of Mr. Krause, the Shakespeare that I can still recite that I had to memorize in Ms. Walsh's 11th grade English class, and the math I learned as a senior in Mr. Sverdrup's advanced math class. I learned teamwork on the stage crew and a love of tech and fixing things. Our production of "Bye Bye Birdie" our senior year was awesome. The memorization skills I
developed under Ms. Walsh aided me at the Academy and memorizing emergency procedures flying jets and space shuttles, not to mention rounding me out with a love of literature.
What I learned under Mr. Sverdrup led me to be a math major with a love of applied math in engineering. Finally, on the wrestling team I learned persistence (and not giving up.) Donate today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E354416&id=8

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Learn how Washburn High School helped a ‘67 grad become a Navy test pilot, astronaut and a top NASA administrator. For nearly 100 years, Washburn High School has prepared students to achieve great things. Robert Cabana graduated from Washburn in 1967, attended the US Naval Academy, became a test pilot, an astronaut and eventually a top administrator at NASA. Please read below how Robert Cabana’s time at Washburn paved the way to his success. 1/3 - Donate today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E354416&id=8

Washburn was ranked in the top 3% of high schools in the state.

The US News & World Report high school rankings for 2024 were released this week, and Washburn earned the following for 2024:
#1 high school in Minneapolis
#23 high school in Minnesota - top 3%
#1495 high school in the nation - top 8%
Rankings are based on the number of AP and IB tests that students take overall, the number that they pass with a score of 3 on AP or 4 on IB, our MCA test proficiency in Reading, Math & Science, and our graduation rate. More information:
https://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/minnesota/districts/minneapolis-public-school-district-100071

Great job, Millers!!! 👍🏼👍🏼

Congratulations to Athletic Director Jenkins! Well Deserved!

Two Teacher of the Year Semifinalists at Washburn!

Congratulations Ari Kimball, State Champion in Poetry Out Loud!

An amazing student athlete, Kate Moore, Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the State Champion Washburn Boys Alpine Ski Team!

Minneapolis alpine ski team wins state for first time in 48 years Earlier this month, Washburn HS won first place at the Minnesota High School Alpine Championships, beating out suburban powerhouses. It's the first time a Minneapolis public school has accomplished this feat in 48 years when Washburn took the title back in 1976.

Please donate to the Washburn High School Foundation for Give to the Max Day by November 16. Funds raised will help to teachers educate in innovative ways, support extracurriculars, and spread Miller Pride:

Support Washburn High School Foundation on GiveMN It takes a lot of staff and money to support a large urban school. Our admin team does an extraordinary job using the dollars allocated by the district to do the most possible, but there are always additional needs to educate in innovative ways, support extracurriculars,...

Give to the Max Day is on November 16, 2023. Here is an opportuity to support Washburn athletics through their Track and Field fundraiser:
https://www.givemn.org/organization/Washburn-High-School-Track-And-Field

Photos from the Homecoming Pepfest on Oct. 13, 2023.

Tuesday, Sept 12, 2023

11th Annual
SYLVESTER CUP

Washburn HS vs Southwest HS at Washburn Stadium

Come cheer on the boys and girls soccer teams vying for the Sylvester Cup Trophy!

5 pm - Boys varsity game
6:30 pm - Sylvester Cup ceremony
7 pm - Girls varsity game

RAFFLE!
Buy a chance to win 2 MN United Club Level tickets or a MN Aurora gift pack!
$5 tickets - sold at game

Money raised will support the Sylvester Scholarship Fund at Washburn HS.
To make a donation: www.washburnconnections.org

This event honors John Sylvester and Hallie Brown. John was a captain and an all-state soccer player at Washburn who went on to play for the Minnesota Thunder and coached soccer at Washburn and Minneapolis United. John was an inspiration to a generation of soccer players in Minneapolis including Hallie who played for Southwest and died of Osteosarcoma around the same time that John lost his long, courageous battle with ALS.

Spring brings Prom. Can anyone guess what year these fine-looking Millers are from? Answer on Friday.

Dr. Charles Standing - WHS Class of ‘61
Donors make a difference! Dr. Charles Standing was captain of Washburn's ski team in 1960-61, lead actor in the Senior Class Play, lifelong advocate of the highest quality for public education and a legacy donor to the Washburn Foundation. In 2018, he made a generous donation to the Washburn High School Foundation’s permanent endowment fund, allowing us to perpetuate support for students in the years ahead.
From his obituary: Chuck always viewed his education at Washburn as the foundation that carried him through his studies at the U of MN where he completed his PhD work in Bio-Chemical Engineering in 1970. But it was his teachers at Washburn, notably in physics, chemistry, and mathematics that inspired Chuck to become how his colleagues described him as a "man of science" across a broad spectrum of disciplines.
Chuck carried out much of his professional career as a food scientist in Minneapolis, first with Pillsbury, and later with General Mills, where he headed the technical research division for many years. He was granted numerous patents for new food products and processing innovations.
Consider an estate gift to the Washburn High School Foundation to support Washburn High School now and in the future.

Blast from the past! The Miller mascot hasn't always been the buff baker we know and love today. This photo from a Washburn High School yearbook is one past version. Correctly guess what year this appeared in the yearbook and you’ll win some Miller Swag!

Submit answers to [email protected] Remember, donations are always welcome. Washburn High School Foundation Donate

Each year the Washburn High School Foundation awards Mini Grants to teachers requesting funds to provide essential resources for their club or classroom. Your donation can make a huge difference! Donation Form (donorperfect.net.

The Chess/Games club is a good example of a Mini Grant recipient.
“The goal is to reach out to more students that may not currently feel connected to school activities. We provide a space for a wide variety of students, some of which don’t see themselves fitting into sports or other more academic clubs. In these cases, we hope to build community and connect students with other like-minded people while fostering
successful social skills.” Derek Olson, Math

Donate today by visiting the Washburn High School Foundation website: washburnconnections.org | Home of the Minneapolis Washburn High School Foundation

The Washburn Miller Mart's annual online store will be open until Nov. 13. Don't miss out on these exclusive products and styles!
https://washburnhsspiritwearfall2022.itemorder.com/

The Washburn High School class of 1970 was at Washburn on Friday night for a school tour as part of their reunion weekend. People shared lots of great stories and memories of walking the halls of Washburn.

Join us for the Sylvester Cup on Thurs, Sep. 8 at Washburn honoring beloved soccer coach, John Sylvester (Washburn Class of 1991). Girls play at 5 pm, ceremony at 6:30 pm, and boys play at 7 pm. More info at: https://washburnsoccer.com/events/sylvester-cup/

Recoding a concert through distance learning....A Pandemic triumph! Proud of these students. The overall theme was SUPPORTING EACH OTHER. Watching this will make you smile. There are cool photo tributes to FAMILIES, FRIENDS, PETS, and FIRST RESPONDERS. And it ends with a beautiful message of COURAGE & FAITH IN A WORLD THAT CAN BE BETTER.

It was recorded using Soundtrap software and highlights the talents of individuals and sectional vocals. Your donations throughout the years support this type innovation. Go Millers!

Washburn Choir Videos 2020-21 Tim Buzza and his choir students have worked hard to produce this amazing video!

MPLS friends...consider supporting Washburn this year as you plan for your spring planting! Buying plants through the WHS sale will help fund activities for Seniors. Order now and they will be ready by May 7th.

Washburn High School Foundation updated their website address.

TODAY IS GIVE TO THE MAX 2020! This year we're fundraising for the Class of 2021. COVID has greatly impacted their senior year. Donations will help parent volunteers think creatively and plan alternative and safe activities. Check out our campaign here:

https://www.givemn.org/organization/Washburn-High-School-Foundation

Today is the day! Give to the Max Day 2020! Please consider a gift to the WHS Foundation's "Class of 2021" campaign or Washburn's "Doing More With Distance Learning" campaign. Better yet, make a gift to both! Thanks for your continued support, and GO MILLERS! 🙂
Links:
https://www.givemn.org/organization/Washburn-High-School-Foundation
https://www.givemn.org/organization/Washburn-Senior-High

Support Washburn High School Foundation on GiveMN The Washburn High School Foundation provides financial and volunteer support to Washburn High School and its students. We have a long history of supporting students through mini-grants and scholarships. We are inspired by the creativity of our educators and staff and have...

Give to the Max is a statewide outpouring of support for thousands of nonprofits and schools across Minnesota! The Giving Holiday is scheduled for Thursday, November 19, but you don’t have to wait to support the causes that mean the most to you. Early Giving began November 1. The Foundation asks that you consider supporting our campaign this year for the Class of 2021!

https://www.givemn.org/organization/Washburn-High-School-Foundation

Support Washburn High School Foundation on GiveMN The Washburn High School Foundation provides financial and volunteer support to Washburn High School and its students. We have a long history of supporting students through mini-grants and scholarships. We are inspired by the creativity of our educators and staff and have...

Hi Millers and Miller supporters! It’s time, from May 1-8. We’re running a special campaign to benefit the Class of 2020! Please check it out and consider a gift to honor our super Seniors! Go Millers! 🙂

https://www.givemn.org/organization/Washburn-High-School-Foundation

Support Washburn High School Foundation on GiveMN The Washburn High School Foundation provides financial and volunteer support to Washburn High School and its students.We are in extraordinary times. Educating and learning through a pandemic is really uncharted territory. What we know is that the impact of COVID-19 has...

We are in extraordinary times. Educating and learning through a pandemic is really uncharted territory. What we know is that the impact of COVID-19 has greatly affected the Class of 2020. So many milestones and rites of passages have been affected. We’re all heartbroken about it. But Millers rally; it’s what we do and who we are. We are Miller Strong!

The Foundation has organized a fundraiser for the seniors. Please give a gift of any amount to support the WHS Class of 2020 and help us reach our goal of $10,000!

Your donation will help fund an alternative graduation celebration or gift (depending on what is allowed), discounted yearbooks, emergency relief for individual students and families, financial support for college bound students, and other needs that arise for our seniors during this crisis.

https://www.givemn.org/story/Z52jgg

Support WHS Class of 2020! on GiveMN Covid has greatly affected the Class of 2020. Let's show them some Miller support.