A message from Music Director Matt Wood:
Thank you so much to the anonymous community member who donated three homemade, cutout metal signs! The signs have been placed in the band room above the students in the picture.
Thank you so much to the anonymous community member who donated three homemade, cutout metal signs! The signs have been placed in the band room above the students in the picture.

From Coach John & Coach Caleb:
A big THANK YOU to Miss Patti and Patties on 70 for hosting a spaghetti dinner for the Winter WarCats football team players! We really appreciate all the support from the businesses and the community. Also, a big THANK YOU to the Couderay community for allowing the Birchwood/Winter WarCats to practice in the park!
Go WarCats!
A big THANK YOU to Miss Patti and Patties on 70 for hosting a spaghetti dinner for the Winter WarCats football team players! We really appreciate all the support from the businesses and the community. Also, a big THANK YOU to the Couderay community for allowing the Birchwood/Winter WarCats to practice in the park!
Go WarCats!

We had a special visitor in 2nd grade! 🎶 My grandpa came to share his love of music with us, and the kids had so much fun joining in! Some students even got the chance to play the drums and sing into a microphone. They had so much fun! 🎤❤️
Reminder: No School on Friday, October 16th

TOMORROW, October 15 Reminder:
Early Release (12:45 PM) / Parent-Teacher Conferences 1-7 PM
Early Release (12:45 PM) / Parent-Teacher Conferences 1-7 PM

HS Quiz Bowl:

Winter School District is now featuring a #WhereAreTheyNow on our Facebook Page! Check it out!
Are you an alum who would like to share where you are now? We would love to hear your story! Contact jwergeland@winterwarriors.org for more information.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574813339602
Be sure to click the "Follow" button to see all things Winter School District!
Are you an alum who would like to share where you are now? We would love to hear your story! Contact jwergeland@winterwarriors.org for more information.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574813339602
Be sure to click the "Follow" button to see all things Winter School District!

What can a small school like Winter offer? The opportunities are endless! From college courses to work experiences/apprenticeships to three seasons of sports to clubs and activities, the small school experience sets every student up for success! Here are just some of the things the students at Winter School District have available.

Our local communities are the best! So many local businesses and organizations are hosting change jars for the Kids' Change Drive, and it is adding up! The total raised as of this morning (in just over two months) is $18,867.48!!

From Coach Carrie Roberts:
You are looking at your undefeated Lakeland East Conference Champions. So proud of these athletes and the wins they fought for to get here. Tonight was our last conference match of the season. We played Bruce on their court and won in three!!!
Another huge accomplishment is that our Warriors are seeded 1st in regional play. We have a 1st round by and will play the winner of South Shore and LCO in Winter on Thursday of next week.
Let’s fill the gym and get loud as we work towards a regional title!
You are looking at your undefeated Lakeland East Conference Champions. So proud of these athletes and the wins they fought for to get here. Tonight was our last conference match of the season. We played Bruce on their court and won in three!!!
Another huge accomplishment is that our Warriors are seeded 1st in regional play. We have a 1st round by and will play the winner of South Shore and LCO in Winter on Thursday of next week.
Let’s fill the gym and get loud as we work towards a regional title!

The Winter High School Varsity Volleyball Team receives the LAKELAND CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP and is the #1 SEED in the Regional Playoff!
Let's PACK the gym next Thursday, October 22 @ 7 PM!
Go Warriors!
Let's PACK the gym next Thursday, October 22 @ 7 PM!
Go Warriors!


Blood Drive Today!


Science Club, both before and after school, has been having such a blast! Building, exploring, and learning happens every time the students come to the science room. Today we even had special bunny guests to pet!
In the coming weeks, we will be making potions for Halloween, cracking geodes, and dyeing flowers. We are also planning a really exciting field trip!
Science Club is open to every student in the school district and meets every Tuesday morning before school! Students also visit as part of the after-school WORK Club.
In the coming weeks, we will be making potions for Halloween, cracking geodes, and dyeing flowers. We are also planning a really exciting field trip!
Science Club is open to every student in the school district and meets every Tuesday morning before school! Students also visit as part of the after-school WORK Club.









Meca Sportswear Information for Letter Jackets:

A heartfelt thank-you to the Hayward Piecemakers Quilting Guild!
Once again, each of our 4K students received a beautiful handmade quilt and a matching book from the incredibly generous Hayward Piecemakers Quilting Guild! These thoughtful, priceless gifts bring so much warmth, joy, and a love of reading to our youngest learners. We are beyond grateful for the time, talent, care, and love that go into making each quilt and putting together these special gifts. What a wonderful way to make our students feel valued and loved! Thank you, Hayward Piecemakers, for your continued generosity and for being such a special part of our school community.
Once again, each of our 4K students received a beautiful handmade quilt and a matching book from the incredibly generous Hayward Piecemakers Quilting Guild! These thoughtful, priceless gifts bring so much warmth, joy, and a love of reading to our youngest learners. We are beyond grateful for the time, talent, care, and love that go into making each quilt and putting together these special gifts. What a wonderful way to make our students feel valued and loved! Thank you, Hayward Piecemakers, for your continued generosity and for being such a special part of our school community.






Picture Retakes Info for October 21st: Last Chance for School Pictures!
Picture orders will have increased archive pricing and will add a shipping fee soon. Order by Wednesday, 10/28 to get yours before this happens!
Enter the Web Password from the paper your student was given on picture day into the site linked here:
https://harmannstudios.saycheez.com/login
If you no longer have this sheet, please click the link above and follow the “Forgot your reference number/password?” directions.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!
Warm Regards,
Harmann Studios
customercare@harmann.com
1-800-236-8910
Missed picture day or not in love with their portraits? October 21st is Picture Retake Day!
To request a retake, enter your student’s Web Password in the link below and click the “Request Retake” button below the pose options. This link will close at noon on the business day before retakes.
If your child DID NOT have their picture taken already, no action is needed.
Picture orders will have increased archive pricing and will add a shipping fee soon. Order by Wednesday, 10/28 to get yours before this happens!
Enter the Web Password from the paper your student was given on picture day into the site linked here:
https://harmannstudios.saycheez.com/login
If you no longer have this sheet, please click the link above and follow the “Forgot your reference number/password?” directions.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!
Warm Regards,
Harmann Studios
customercare@harmann.com
1-800-236-8910
Missed picture day or not in love with their portraits? October 21st is Picture Retake Day!
To request a retake, enter your student’s Web Password in the link below and click the “Request Retake” button below the pose options. This link will close at noon on the business day before retakes.
If your child DID NOT have their picture taken already, no action is needed.

Mrs. Pleoger is all set up for this year's Scholastic Book Fair!


On Friday, October 2nd, high school students attended a field trip at the Renaissance Festival in Shakopee, Minnesota. Located on 150 acres, the festival has sixteen live stages, over 250 craft merchants and food stalls, and hundreds of roaming entertainers. Students participated in many activities, including volunteering for a magic show, riding elephants and camels, and cheering on a live jousting tournament. The Renaissance Festival provided students an opportunity to learn about many different aspects of world cultures, and provided them with a living connection between their studies of history and the real-life experience of history.

Please mark your calendars! The Hayward McDonald's is teaming up to fundraise for our Winter SkillsUSA Team!

Last week was National Fire Safety Week. Our very own Winter Area Fire Department presented to the Winter Elementary Students. Thank you, Mr. Larry, Mr. John, and Mr. Carl!
https://youtu.be/ER4UIXayFjo
https://youtu.be/ER4UIXayFjo
