Elementary School Updates

Greetings with immense joy and anticipation as we stand at the threshold of a brand new academic adventure! The winds of change are upon us, bringing a fresh wave of excitement and innovation as we prepare to kick off the upcoming school year. We extend a heartfelt welcome to all our cherished families – both new and returning – and extend a warm embrace to our new staff members who are joining us on this incredible journey.

🌟 Embrace the Uncharted, Ignite Excellence: 🌟

As the sun rises on the horizon of this academic year, so do the endless possibilities that lie ahead. Our school has always been a haven of inspiration, empowerment, and growth, and this year promises to be no exception. Together, we'll traverse new avenues of knowledge, foster creativity, and nurture the flames of curiosity within every student.

💡 Innovate. Elevate. Celebrate: 💡

From cutting-edge teaching methodologies to an enriched curriculum that combines tradition with modernity, this year will see us marching forward with a spirit of innovation. Brace yourselves for immersive learning experiences that will make textbooks come alive, ignite discussions that challenge the status quo, and empower our students to think beyond the classroom.

🌎 One Family, Many Stories: 🌎

To our returning families, your steadfast trust and dedication fill our hearts with gratitude. To our newcomers, we open our arms wide, ready to welcome you into the folds of our vibrant community. The diversity of stories, cultures, and aspirations that each of you brings is what makes our school family truly unique.

🤝 A Tapestry of Collaboration: 🤝

To our new staff members, we applaud your decision to join our esteemed team. Your expertise and fresh perspectives will undoubtedly enrich our learning environment. Together, we will collaborate, innovate, and create an atmosphere where every student and colleague thrives.

🎈 Open House Celebration: 🎈

To mark this momentous occasion, we have prepared an unforgettable Open House! Join us on August 21st for an extravaganza of laughter, exploration, and connection. Live performances, interactive workshops, and delectable treats await, all designed to bring our school community closer than ever before.

📅 Save the Dates: 📅

  • Open House Celebration: August 21 4pm-7pm– A day of laughter, learning, and lasting memories. Also, meet the Educators at the Open House! An opportunity to connect with our talented staff and learn about their inspiring vision for the year ahead.

Get ready to embark on a journey that will redefine the way we learn, explore, and grow. The canvas is blank, the possibilities endless – together, we shall paint a masterpiece that celebrates excellence, unity, and the indomitable spirit of our school community.

Elementary School

The elementary school years set the tone for developing the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for children to become healthy, competent, and confident learners. Through Winter School District's comprehensive and developmental School Counseling program, I work with our Winter Family to create a caring climate and atmosphere. I provide individual counseling, small group counseling, and classroom guidance. Counseling intervention services are available to all students focusing on the domains of academic, personal/social, and career development to help all children reach their fullest potential.

Children may refer themselves for counseling services or they may be referred by the school counselor, a staff member or parent/guardian. Please contact the school at 715-266-3301.

Elementary Guidance Lesson Scope and Sequence
This document shows the scope and sequence of all guidance lessons, throughout each grade level.

Standards Based Grading

We as a district are in the process to moving towards a standards based grading system- school wide. Our elementary school teachers graciously work endlessly to make this happen in order to create a more consistent way of grading. Below is a great video that explains the thoughts behind Standards Based Grading.