Parent Update

At the end of August the Governor signed a new law clarifying use and application of E-Bikes, E-Scooters, and micro mobility transport. This law, which goes into effect on January 1, 2027, closes regulatory safety gaps, establishes rules for rapidly evolving transportation technology and equips communities with consistent rules to better protect riders, pedestrians and motorists. The new law will:

• Require riders of e-bikes and e-motos capable of traveling over 28 mph to have a driver’s license, title, registration and insurance.
• Prohibit e-bikes and micromobility devices such as e-scooters, electric skateboards and electric unicycles from operating on sidewalks and prohibit them from operating over 28 mph on roads, bike lanes and bike paths.
• Establish minimum age requirements for riders of electric micromobility devices, including requiring riders of Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes (capable of traveling up to 20 mph) to be at least 15 years old and riders of Class 3 e-bikes and other covered electric micromobility devices to be at least 16 years old.

As such, none of our Winfield 34 students will be eligible to use these devices. Many of our students turn 14 their 8th grade year and we will be partnering with Winfield Police Department, Northwestern Medicine-Central DuPage Hospital, and St. John's the Baptist School to provide our 8th graders with an educational program around the law and safety for these devices in April. The safety of our students is of prime importance and this law works to provide safety for young drivers of these vehicles, pedestrians, and other motorists. Here is a graphic of the changes.

Spirit Week - September 21-25

Monday — Millennial Monday (ideas: denim jackets, skinny jeans, neutral colors, stylish scarves)
Tuesday — TV Show Tuesday (dress like a character from your favorite tv series)
Wednesday — Winfield Wednesday (wear your Winfield gear or wear blue)
Thursday — Dress Up Thursday (wear your best outfit for picture day)
Friday — Future Uni Day (wear a college/university shirt)

Picture Day will be on the morning of Thursday, September 24th.

The Winfield 34 Board of Education will host their next Board Meeting on Thursday, September 24th, 2026 at 7:00pm.

Here are some of the highlights:

Presentations/Discussion - Student of the month - David Muan Sang and Adelyn Vihnanek, Fall Data Presentation, Facilities Committee Update, Program Committee Update, Consideration of Potential Early Childhood Expansion, Second Reading and Approval of Board Policies, Notice of Retirement for Administrative Assistant, Acceptance of Resignation for a Paraprofessional and Crossing Guard, 3 year Employment Contract for the Principal, 3 year Contract Extension for the Superintendent, Approval of the Audit, and Electricity Contract Bid Renewal.

Here is the agenda for the regular meeting.

Public comments can be shared through the Google form or live at the meeting.

Video streaming will be live from our Facebook page.

This Spring there will be four seats for the Winfield 34 Board of Education up for election. Our school board guides our strategic focus for the district and helps ensure that our school district works towards helping our students learn and grow. For individuals interested in running for the school board, here is the 2027 Candidate’s Guide for Elections in Illinois. School board candidates can start circulating nominating petitions for the 2027 Consolidated Election on Tuesday, August 25. Candidates can file their petitions from Monday, November 16 through Monday, November 23, 2026, at the Du Page County Clerks office. The Election Day will be Tuesday, April 6th, 2027. Board of Education member information is on page 52 of the candidate guide. Here is a link to the petitions and to the statement of candidacy. Paper packets are also available from Amanda Melsa in the Winfield Central Office. Candidates need at least 50 signatures on their petitions. The signature gathering window is officially open beginning Tuesday, August 25th.

We continue to work on reaching out to our community to help identify students for our preschool program. This is a terrific opportunity for students 3-5 years old to learn in a highly engaging and supportive environment. Our next Preschool Screening is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2026 in our Primary Building. Please reach out to Mrs. Nuvia Mungia (nmunguia@winfield34.org or 630-909-4901) with questions or to schedule an appointment. Here is information on the screening and on our preschool program.

Middle School Party - Save the Date!

We're excited to invite all middle school (grades 6-8) students to a spook-tacular Halloween Party after school on Thursday, October 29th from 5-7 p.m. Middle School Parents--we need your help to make this event a success! The volunteer signup genius link will be coming soon!

Pre-K-5th Grade Classroom Parties

The first classroom party of the year will take place on Thursday, October 29th! The AM-Pre-K party will be from 10:00-10:45 a.m. and the PM-Pre-K party will be from 2:15-3:00 p.m. Kindergarten-5th grade will participate in a costume parade on the primary school blacktop at 2:00 p.m. and the classroom party will begin at 2:15p.m. Everyone is welcome to view the parade from outside the fence, but only parents signed up for the party will be allowed into the building.

Please use the signup genius links to reserve your spot to help out and attend the parties--

Preschool parties--sign up here!

Kindergarten-5th Grade parties--sign up here!

Visitor Check-in Procedure

The school’s check-in procedure for entering the Primary and Central schools requires your picture to be taken and your Driver’s License/State ID to be presented. Once you complete this procedure, you will be in the school’s system for the year. Fall/Halloween Party Volunteers-- if you are able to, please stop by the Primary or Central school offices anytime before 10/29 to get this done. Your name badge can then be pre-printed on 10/29 to help speed up the process of entering the building for the first party.

Half Day Socials

Thanks to everyone that joined us for the half day social at Riverwalk Park last Friday! We hope to see you at our next half day social on Friday, October 9th! More details will be shared soon!

Community Event

Get your costumes ready and join the Winfield Park District for a movie in the park next Friday, 9/25 at 6:15pm! They will be showing “The Addams Family” at the Winfield Riverwalk Bandshell. The movie will start around 6:45 p.m. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy this free community event.

Spirit Wear Online Store

Show your Tiger pride on Fridays (or any day!) with our spirit wear! Our online store is open throughout the year and items will be shipped directly to your home (free shipping for orders over $50)! Shop online here: Winfield Tigers Official Swag. We may have a few new designs coming soon! From your computer, click on “view related shops” (from your phone, click on “filter” and then “view related shops”) for Tigers sports spirit wear options.

Continuous Fundraiser - Box Tops for Education

Have you scanned a qualifying Box Tops receipt yet this week? Box Tops is an easy way to help our school earn money. Download the Box Tops app and sign up today with referral code: TB8B552Z

Student Directory and Drama Playbill Ad Fundraiser

Do you own or work for a business that would be interested in supporting the Winfield Education Foundation through the purchase of a business card size ad in the student directory or spring drama production playbill Ad? Cost: $35 for directory; $25 for playbill; $50 for both. Reserve your directory space by Sept 25th and play bill space by Feb 5th! Email wef@winfield34.org for details.

Here are the ways you can stay connected to be sure you do not miss out on any great PTO & WEF events, activities, and volunteer opportunities:

Winfield 34 Parents Facebook Group:

The Winfield 34 Parents Facebook Group is a place where parents can share information and ask questions about school, neighborhood and PTO/WEF events. You can also follow us here: Winfield School PTO Facebook Page and Winfield Education Foundation Facebook Page

Next PTO/WEF Meeting:

Join us for our next meeting which will take place on Wednesday, October 7th at 7 p.m. at the Central School Commons area. Everyone is a member of the PTO and we do not collect dues. All are welcome to attend! Here is what was discussed at September’s meeting: 09-02-26 PTO_WEF Meeting Minutes

Preschool - 5th grade Curriculum Night will be on Tuesday, September 8th from 6-7:30pm.

Middle School Curriculum Night will be on Wednesday, September 9th from 6-7:30pm.

Winfield Park District Registration Form for Before School Care program and After School Care Program for next school year 2026 - 2027. Limited Spots available. Follow the links for more information.

Every athlete participating on our extracurricular teams must have a current sports physical on file in the nurse’s office. Physicals are good for one year from the date of the exam, so, if your child/ren plan to participate in any athletic programs please plan accordingly. If a student athlete does not have an up-to-date sports physical on file at the school they will not be allowed to participate in games.

The GPS Parent Series hosts a variety of Parent Education Events. Here is an overview of their parent learning opportunities for the year.

Blaise Aguirre, MD with Ross Szabo When Kids Say “I Hate Myself”: How to Respond (September 23, 12pm and 7pm) Please click here for more information.

Dr. Nicholas Epley HYBRID EVENTS - GPS GREAT READ - A Little More Social: How Small Choices Create Unexpected Happiness and Connection (September 30, 12pm and 7pm) Please click here for more information.

Dr. Ari Tuckman Preparing Students with ADHD for Success (October 1, 12pm and 7pm) Please click here for more information.

Dr. Katie Rose Pryal Your Kid Belongs Here: Insights on Parenting Neurodiverse Children (October 7, 12pm and 7pm) Please click here for more information.

Stephanie Malia Krauss with Dr. Tony Wagner Next Steps: What Today’s Kids Need for Tomorrow’s World of Work (October 8, 12pm and 7pm) Please click here for more information.

Jennifer Breheny Wallace with Dr. Lisa Damour Mattering: The Tension Between a “Never Enough” Mentality, Purpose, and Student Well-being (October 13, 12pm and 7pm) Please click here for more information.

Dr. Katie Hurley The New Bully: Confronting Online Conflict, Rumors, and Social Exclusion (October 20, 12pm and 7pm) Please click here for more information.

Dr. Corinne Low Having It All: What Data Tells Us About Women’s Lives and Getting the Most Out of Yours (October 28, 12pm and 7pm) Please click here for more information.