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Windom Area Middle School

As summer begins to wind down, I hope your family has had time to relax, recharge, and make lasting memories together. August is a great time to continue making those memories. We are excited to welcome our students back on September 1.

Middle school is an exciting time of growth, and our team is looking forward to partnering with families as we help students develop academically, socially, and emotionally. We have a few exciting updates planned this year.

1. 5th & 6th grade Orientation will take place August 26 at 5 PM in The Nest gym. We will have a short presentation about the upcoming year and then time to get schedules, planners, and tour the building to meet our teachers.

7th & 8th grade students can attend Open House on August 26 anytime between 3:30-6:30 PM to get schedules, planners and meet their teachers.

2. Students will be asked to buy a planner for $5. This will help keep students organized in their learning and it also serves as their hall pass.

3. We are moving to a 7-period schedule. School will begin at 8:05 AM and end at 2:49 PM everyday of the week. Please see the great picture below the high school principal message of the daily schedule.

Please take a few minutes to review the important information below as you prepare for the start of the school year.

2026-2027 Student Handbook
The Middle School Student Handbook is available here.

School Supply Lists
Grade-level school supply lists can be found here.

2026-2027 School Calendar
The district calendar is available here.

First Day of School
The first day of school for Windom Area Middle School students is Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

Looking Ahead

At Windom Area Middle School, we believe every student can learn at high levels when provided the right support and opportunities. This year, we will continue strengthening literacy and math instruction, and fostering a positive school culture where students feel connected and valued. Our expectations are high here at the middle school, and we hope you have those same high expectations at home.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school. Together, we will make the 2026-2027 school year a great one.

Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Go Eagles!

Dane Nielsen
Principal, Windom Area Middle School

August 2026 High School Update

The 2026-2027 school year is going to be a great one, the HS will have our largest student population since the 2003-2004 school year!

As we prepare for the 26-27 school year, there are a few items to be prepared for in the list below. Continue to enjoy this HOT summer of 2026!

News and notes:

• If you are seeking a schedule change for 26-27, students can watch email for sign up opportunities to meet with Mrs. Squires
• The 26-27 Student Handbook can be found at this link
• School supply lists can be accessed at this link
• Principal's Hour/Open Campus permission forms are available at this link, or can be picked up in the office. Approved open campus passes may be picked up at orientation if all required signatures are on the form.
• The move to the 7 period day brings about a new bell schedule - see image below
• Here is a link to the 26-27 school year calendar
• To update registration for 26-27 for a current student, please use this link, login to your parent portal, and click on "Online Registration Update" in the bottom right corner of the page
• Windom Area High School resumes school for the 26-27 school year on Tuesday, September 1st!

Bryan Joyce

High School Principal

We start the 2026-2027 school year with a renewed focus on positive attendance, positive behaviors, and credits toward graduation. We are pursuing a goal of 90% of our students attending school 90% of the school year (less than 8 absences each semester) or better. Additionally, replacing unhealthy behaviors (being off task, disruptions, unkind words) with healthy behaviors (being engaged, collaborating with others and speaking respectfully creates a healthier learning environment for all students and staff. Finally, added together, positive growth in attendance along with positive growth in behavior will equal a stronger credit acquisition for all students as the pursuit of a high school diploma continues to be a driving force in the high school experience.

Reminder - if your student will be absent, please let our office know by calling 507-831-6910 or by emailing attendancemshs@isd177.com. We now have an office cell phone that you can text/call - the number for the office cell is 507-221-3511. All absences require a notice within 48 hours, at that point the absence becomes unexcused.

Email: bjoyce@isd177.com, dnielsen@isd177.com

Website: https://windomasdmn.sites.thrillshare.com/
Location: 1400 17th St. PO Box 177 Windom, MN 56101
Phone: (507) 831-6910, (507) 221-3511
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WindomAreaSchoolDistrict/
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