JKES Cardinal Chronicle
Week of August 16, 2026
😀 Dear Cardinal Families,
What a Great First Week!
We had a wonderful first week at John Kerr! It was great to see our students reconnecting with friends, meeting new friends, getting to know their teachers, and settling into their new classrooms and routines.
Throughout the week, students also spent time learning and practicing our Cardinal SOAR expectations and what it means to SOAR throughout our school each day. We are proud of the positive start our Cardinals have made!
Thank you, families, for your support in making our first week such a success. We are excited for another great week of learning, growing, and SOARing together!
Go Cardinals!
Kevin Pittsnogle, Principal
Wendy Houser, Assistant Principal
📆 Important Dates
No School for Students: September 4, 2026
Labor Day, No School: September 7, 2026
📣 NEW JKES SPIRIT WEAR STORE!
The John Kerr Spirit Wear Store is officially OPEN! Grab some new Cardinal gear and show your JKES school spirit!
SHOP HERE:
https://americanscreenprinting.square.site/john-kerr-elementary
15% of all proceeds support the John Kerr Elementary PTO, and every purchase also supports a local vendor!
ORDER DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 25, 2026
DELIVERY OPTIONS
Parents will be notified when merchandise is ready. Orders can either be picked up or sent home with your student. Want your order sent home with your student?
At checkout, enter your student's first and last name AND teacher's name in the "Add a note to seller" box so we can properly organize school delivery.
Get your Cardinal gear before the store closes September 25!
How To Report an Absence
📰 WPS Division News
🔊 Important Links
Use this step-by-step guide for completing the online process: https://bit.ly/WPSAnnualFormGuide (English and Spanish)
Winchester Public Schools has provided parent resources to include the 2026-2027 Parent/Student Handbook, K-12 standards and instruction, the yearly calendar, discipline policies and more on the WPS website. We encourage you to access Quick Links and News and Communication regularly for updates.
🚌 WinReady
WinReady On Demand Transportation
No more waiting for a bus, transferring routes, or long walks to bus stops. WinReady is a point-to-point service that will pick you up when you need to be picked up and take you where you need to go within the City of Winchester within 30 minutes. You can request or schedule a ride directly from your phone, and WinReady will get you there. (click the link for additional information)
Opt-In to School Texts
Not receiving school-related text messages? You must OPT-IN to receive messages. Text "Subscribe" to 67587. You should receive confirmation that you are registered. Don't forget to ensure all of your contact information is correct at your student's school, too!