WPPA

05/30/2026

It's almost time for this year's SAV for the Future Fundraising Event: Camp Wannagivealot, a summer camp-themed adults' night out featuring live music, dinner and drinks, games, dancing, and a silent auction under the stars at Central Park Pavilion.

Saturday, June 6th | Central Park Pavilion | 6:00-10:00 PM | 21+ fun

Deadline to purchase tickets is June 2!

Proceeds from the event support the SANBE Grants for Teachers, the Wilshire Park Parents Association (WPPA), and the SANBE Community Fund.

Link for tickets and event details below.

https://sanbefoundation.betterworld.org/events/sav-future-camp-wannagivealot

SAV for the Future: Camp Wannagivealot

This year’s SAV for the Future is heading to the great outdoors with our adventure-filled theme: “SAV for the Future: CampWannaGiveALot!” 🏕️🔥✨

05/11/2026

New: The Wilshire Park Panda Store! We’re excited to share a new, easy way to purchase Wilshire Park spirit wear through our Game One online store. Browse a variety of gear for students, families, and staff—all available year-round and shipped directly to you. 10% of proceeds go to WPPA.

Shop here: https://shop.game-one.com/minnesota/saint-anthony/wilshire-park-elementary/panda-gear

We will still offer our lower-cost in-person T-shirt sales at the Back-to-School Open House and other events. Gear up and show your Panda pride!

05/10/2026

This Wednesday! Get your dinner at Jersey Mike's Subs to help the WPPA support our school!

05/09/2026

We wrapped up School Staff Appreciation Week with a delicious Taste of Wilshire Park lunch filled with homemade dishes from our amazing school families. We are so grateful for our dedicated teachers and staff! 💙
A big thank you to the parents who cooked and shared their time and talent to make this lunch special, and to our volunteers and those who contributed to make this possible.

05/07/2026

A few kind words can make a big difference 💙 Take a moment to write a thank you note or send an email of appreciation to a teacher or staff member who helps make our school such a special place!

05/04/2026

Kicking off School Staff Appreciation Week the sweetest way! 🧁

A small treat for the amazing teachers and staff who do so much for our kids every day—we appreciate you! ✨

Thank you to Studio29 for some panda-rific hand-painted banners and Nothing Bundt Cakes for donating 50 bundlets for our staff to enjoy. Parents provided additional treats. 💙

05/03/2026

The Wilshire Park Art show was a huge success! Amazing job by WP staff and these student artists! Food trucks, the 5th grade concert and the book fair all contributed to the fun.
Special shout-out to Culver's who donated scoops of frozen custard so all kids could get a free treat!

05/01/2026

Congratulations to Dorothy S. in 3rd Grade who was the winner of the WPPA's T-Shirt Design Contest! Her design will be on next year's spirit wear.
Thank you to all of our artists who entered their work in the contest! 🎨

04/30/2026

Grab some dinner on May 13th and help the WPPA support our school through school events, volunteering, school staff appreciation, yearbook, teacher start-up funds, small grants, and more!

04/29/2026

This Thursday!
We are excited to have TWO food trucks selling food at the Wilshire Park Art Show next Thursday, April 30! 🚐 🚐

The Art Show officially begins at 5pm but food trucks will start serving at 4:30 - come early to eat dinner and head on into the festivities.

The WPPA is also partnering with Culver's to provide one free scoop frozen custard per kid! (Non-dairy option also available).

Food Truck Details:
Yummy Tummy: burgers, grilled cheese, etc.
Chick-fil-A: chicken sandwiches, wraps, sides, etc.

*Vegetarian and Gluten Free Options
Hours: 4:30-7:30pm
Location: Bus drop off/pick up loop on Highcrest