Winship Family News

Winship Wildcat Family,

Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students have started, or will soon begin the, North Dakota Academic Progression of Learning and Understanding of Students (ND A+) assessments (formerly known as the North Dakota State Assessment). Many staff members worked hard to create a manageable schedule to ensure students have the support they need during testing. I’m grateful for our team’s “all hands on deck” approach.

What a highly attended and awesome family reading night we had at the end of March. We had around 250 people attend, and we had to add more tables and chairs to accommodate-a good "problem" to have! Kudos to the team that planned and organized the event and to all of our volunteers!

As we approach the end of the school year, it’s natural to start counting down to summer break, but we also have so much to look forward to in the weeks ahead. This time of year is filled with fun, memorable experiences, special events, and opportunities to celebrate all the hard work that’s been done. Alongside that excitement, we want to stay focused on making the most of each day and finishing the year strong. April and May will bring a balance of learning and fun while ensuring our students continue to grow and make progress.

Due to the number of events happening this spring, the "Welcoming Winship" committee has decided to move this event to the fall. This will also give us an opportunity to welcome families that move into the Winship area over the summer, and will serve as a nice kick off to the 2026-2027 school year. Look for more information to come!

As always, please reach out to the office if you have any questions!

Lori Skattum

Principal

Do you know someone that would be a good fit for our part-time custodian opening?

Door 1 (N 15th St) is the main entrance to Winship Elementary. Please use during:

Drop off after 8:20am
Pick up during school hours

Door 3 (6th Ave N) is used for:

Drop off for breakfast 7:40am - 8:20am
Pick up after school

In order to keep our school secure, all visitors must enter through Door 1 and sign in at the office. Thank you for understanding!

This information will be distributed across several platforms, including:

PeachJar – email submission to all parents/guardians within GFPS
GFPS Website
District Social Media pages – JPG attached to the email
Email to local daycare centers within Grand Forks
Email to preschool programs within Grand Forks
School Parent Newsletter

Pre-Registration Survey Link: https://form.jotform.com/gfschools/2026-2027-kindergarten-pre-registra

Website / More Information: https://www.gfschools.org/link-2/kindergarten/kindergarten-registration

Registration starts online ONLY on July 27, 2026.

Phoenix Elementary (all students from Viking, Winship, Phoenix)

Dates: June 1, 2026 – June 19, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Focus Areas: Reading Literacy and Math
H ere is your Registration Link
Current Kindergarten through 4th grade (current 5th grade enroll for Middle School Summer)

Busing have yet to be determined.
Registration deadline is April 1, 2026. Late registrations are not guaranteed.

Middle School Summer School

Summer School Registration will be open from February 1st - May 1st with registration link https://bit.ly/GFPSMiddle26

Schroeder & South students at Schroeder (due to construction) will be held June 1-26, 2026 from 8:00-12:00 pm

Valley Middle School RISE Program will be held June 1st -July 1st from 8:00-12:00 pm

Open to incoming 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students

English Language Arts (ELA) and Math

Multilingual program at Valley Middle School this year

Any questions can be directed to Theresa Ostgarden at tostgarden220@mygfschools.org. Questions specifically to Valley RISE can be directed to Nick Pederson at npederson040@mygfschools.org.

Once registered, you will be receiving an email the week of May 25-29 with more information

PowerSchool - make sure you have your student's PowerSchool account activated for Middle School - this is mandatory. If you are unable to log in to PowerSchool, call Laurie in the office for assistance. All electronic files will be flowed on July 1 to the middle schools; after that the office is unable to assist with setting up or changing passwords.

IF you move residence and need your student's records, you must contact the middle school to transfer records. All fifth grade paper files will be transferred to the middle school by June 5.

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April 2026 Elementary Lunch Menu.pptx

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April 3 - No School

April 6 - No School

April 7 - Deek's Pizza Fundraiser

April 10 - Hat Day $1

April 15 - Early Release 1:30pm

April 17 - RED Event 2:30 - 2:55pm

April 21 - 2nd Grade Program 6 - 7:30pm

April 23 - Kindergarten "Wishy Washy Program" 2:15pm

April 29 - Early Release 1:30pm

May 5 - Bike Rodeo (families notified of what grade participates on what day)

May 6 - Bike Rodeo (families notified of what grade participates on what day)

May 8 - Fifth Grade Track Meet

May 13 - Early Release 1:30pm

May 15 - Field Day at Winship (water games - send extra clothes to school)

May 21 - Kindergarten Graduation 2 - 3pm

May 25 - NO SCHOOL

May 28 - Report Cards Emailed by Noon

May 28 - Last Day of School

Thank you everyone for participating! Items should arrive within 2 - 3 weeks. They will be packed individually per student and you will receive your original order form(s) back.

Please take note of the following early release dates.

GFPS ENCORE information

Information from your Winship PTO

The purpose of PTO:

Enhance and support the educational experience at Winship Elementary School
Develop a closer connection between school and home by encouraging parental involvement
Improve the environment at school through volunteer and financial support.

Everyone is welcome to attend PTO meetings! We encourage participation and sharing your talents! You do not have to attend every meeting, but would appreciate your suggestions and assistance! For questions, please contact winshippto1@gmail.com

Upcoming PTO Meetings, Door 3, Winship Library, 7:00pm:

Tuesday, April 14

Tuesday, May 12

Scan the QR code below to join our Winship PTO Facebook page or, Search "Winship PTO-Grand Forks, ND" to stay up to date on current Winship events and happenings.

2026 Future KR Camp.pdf

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Download the App and scan your receipts! You can use digital receipts on the App! Funds are used for school supplies.

Bring in your labels, and the office will do the work for you!
By buying Our Family brand products – and saving the UPC barcodes from those cans, bags, boxes and bottles you can help purchase school supplies. 500 bar codes = $25.