Winona Elementary

It’s hard to believe how quickly the school year is moving along. Fall is officially here, and with the cooler weather arriving, please make sure our scholars come to school with jackets or coats each day so they stay comfortable during recess and outdoor activities.

We have an exciting month ahead filled with learning and fun! October brings many special events and activities that celebrate our school spirit and community. Be sure to check the calendar so you don’t miss out on any of the fall festivities.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are also coming up soon—an important opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher, celebrate their progress, and set goals for the rest of the semester. We truly value the partnership between home and school, and these conversations make a big difference in each child’s success.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement. Let’s make this October a month full of learning, laughter, and community!

Educationally yours,

Michaela Bradshaw

Winona Principal

This year's school fundraising Walk-A-Thon will be on Friday October 31st. Therefore, Students are encouraged to choose a costume they can run in.

• Costume Guidelines for students (and adults):
• No scary, gory, bloody, or revealing costumes will be allowed
• Students are NOT to bring weapons or toys that resemble weapons of any type
• Absolutely nothing that will cover over any part of the face (no partial or full masks)
• We are asking that students do not wear face paint.
• If students are unsure of whether or not their costume is appropriate for school, they can bring it down to the office ahead of time for approval.

Mark your calendars- Winona will host its Trunk or Treat Event on October 30 from 5:30-7. Keep an eye out in your student's Friday folder for information on decorating a trunk for the event, donating candy, and event set up help.

October

10-No School Staff Work Day

15- PTO Meeting 5:30-6:30PM

15- Family Conferences 3:30pm-7:30pm

16-No School Family Conferences

16- Family Conferences 11:30am-7:30pm

17No School Family Conferences

20-24th Book Fair

30- Trunk or Treat 5:30-7pm

31- Halloween Classroom Parties and Costume Parade

We are also looking ahead to November and Veterans Day on November 11. Please fill out this google form to let us know of any Veterans in your family as we want to include them in our celebration, more information will come home at a closer date.

https://forms.gle/mFe3AE7XwVEXC4a89

We hope your school year is off to a great start! We’d like to invite you to be a part of something that truly makes a difference in our school community — our Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO).

Our PTO helps support students, teachers, and school events throughout the year — and we’d love to have more voices, ideas, and helping hands involved. Whether you’re able to attend every meeting, volunteer occasionally, or simply share ideas, there’s a place for you in the PTO!

Here are our upcoming meeting dates (all held at 5:30 PM):

• October 15

• December 10

• February 18

• April 15

We understand how busy life can be, but even small contributions of your time and energy can have a big impact. Plus, it’s a great way to stay connected, meet other families, and be a part of making our school the best it can be.

If you're interested in getting involved or learning more, feel free to join us at any meeting — or reach out with any questions.

Thank you for being an important part of our school community. We hope to see you soon!

November is coming: If you are in need of a turkey for Thanksgiving please fill out this google form https://forms.gle/LZQ67o6ASSzpzjx58

We will reach out closer for pick up details

Please remember that when dropping off students in the morning, that parking in the drop off lane is not permitted.

We have been asking parents who are parking in the drop off lane to please move forward.

This is not only for the efficiency of the drop off process, but also for student safety.

Winona Families,

Did you know you can view your student's grades on infinite campus? If have any questions on how to log in to the parent portal or where to locate the grade book sections please call our office 970-613-7100. We would happy to help you. Click here to access the parent portal to get started. https://thompsonco.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/thompson.jsp

• 1: The student has little understanding of the concept
• 2: The student demonstrates partial mastery
• 3: The student meets the target
• 4: The student exceeds the target

Please ask your student's teacher if you have any questions about scores that you see your student receiving on Infinite Campus.

📚 Book Fair is Here! 📚

All purchases at the Book Fair benefit our school—thank you for supporting our students!

Happy reading!

🕒 Hours of Operation:

Before School

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:40–8:00 AM

• Wednesday: 8:40–9:00 AM

After School

• Every day from dismissal until 3:30 PM

We look forward to seeing you at the Book Fair!

http://tsd.org/get-involved/volunteerAll volunteers in the Thompson School District must be registered before they are authorized to volunteer at the schools.

This is includes, but is not limited to, activities such as:

• Assisting in your child’s classroom

• Chaperoning your child’s field trips

• Volunteering at events

Register by going to: tsd.org/get-involved/volunteer

Click New Volunteers (blue box)

Tip: Consider registering your spouse at the same time as yourself!

FYI: If you registered last year, you do NOT need to reregister!

Once you register, the district will provide Winona with your personalized volunteer badge. When you arrive at the school to volunteer, just find your badge at the front office desk and log in to the volunteer system. This helps us keep track of all the wonderful volunteer hours provided by our Winona families!

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7:30am-3:30pm M-F

Office Number

970-613-7100

Attendance Line

970-613-7111

Fax Number

970-613-7120

How sick is too sick? Does your Child need to stay home?

• Diarrhea

Yes – The child or staff member may return to school or child care 24 hours after their

last episode of diarrhea.

• Fever

Fever is a temperature of

100.4°F or greater.

Yes – The child or staff member may return to school or child care if the fever has

been resolved for 24 hours without fever-reducing medications.

• Flu-like Symptoms

• Fever

• Sore throat

• Runny nose or congestion

Yes - Children and staff may return to school or child care as long as they are

fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications and symptoms are improving.

We are seeing a lot of flu-like symptoms since the start of school. Please do not send your students to school with symptoms that could be contagious. Call the health office to excuse an illness or if you have any health questions.

Thank you!

Mrs. Alex

970-613-7102

The Winona Elementary School spirit wear is available to purchase all school year long. Choose from hundreds of designs and garments, all delivered to your home in days.

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Did you miss BINGO Night? If so, no worries! Here is the Title I Presentation that Ms. Bradshaw discussed that night!

TSD Title I information is linked below.