18 Years at the Helm: Dr. Chace Anderson's Retirement

The "Anderson Era" in Wayzata Public Schools is officially entering its final quarter and he will be passing the torch to his successor Dr. Robb Virgin.

After 18 years as Superintendent - and more than four decades in education - Dr. Chace Anderson is set to retire on June 30th. For families who have moved to Plymouth or Wayzata in the last two decades - including the publisher of this publication, it’s hard to imagine the district without him.

When Dr. Anderson arrived in 2007, the district looked different. Since then, he’s overseen a student population surge from 9,500 to over 13,000. He didn't just manage the growth; he built for it. Meadow Ridge, Northwoods, and the Early Learning School all went up under his watch.

Thank you Dr. Anderson for leading to school districts to new heights and cultivating the culture and ecosystem that continues to nurture thousands of young minds each year!

Why It Matters to You
Whether you have kids in the high school or you're a taxpayer watching the bond referendums, the Superintendent's seat is the most influential non-elected position in the West Metro.

The Torch Passes: Dr. Robb Virgin Named Next Wayzata Superintendent

The search for Dr. Chace Anderson’s successor is over. In a unanimous vote on March 6, the Wayzata School Board selected Dr. Robb Virgin to serve as the district’s next Superintendent. Virgin, who currently serves as the Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education in Eden Prairie, will officially take the

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Editor’s Note: We have reached out to Board members for a deeper look at the transition. Stay tuned for a Leadership Spotlight in coming weeks.

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Nominating Excellence: Who is Moving Plymouth Forward?

At PlymouthMN.com, we believe a city is defined by the people who lead it—not just from City Hall, but from our classrooms, nonprofit boards, and local business storefronts. 🌟 Celebrating Our Community Leaders We are officially launching our Community Leaders directory to spotlight the individuals making a tangible impact

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A Letter from the Publisher: Why PlymouthMN.com?

To our neighbors, local leaders, and the families of the West Metro: In an era of endless scrolling and fleeting social media updates, the “heart” of a community can often get lost in the noise. While algorithms prioritize what is loud, PlymouthMN.com was founded to prioritize what is meaningful.

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