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Originally delivered on 3/2/2025 1:59 pm

SUBJECT: Wildcat PTO News March 2025

PTO NEWS • MARCH 2025
EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Wildcats On The Run


Time for our spring fundraiser!  Beginning March 17 we will kickoff our campaign to raise $30,000!  Click here for more information!

Save a step and register now!

Prizes for Students Participants

Rewards for Classroom


Sunshine Cart

March 5th This is our monthly treat for teachers and staff! A huge thanks to Girl Scout Troop 2545 for being our March sponsor!  

Smoothie Wednesdays

Every Wednesday smoothies are back!!  Students can choose from Strawberry Banana or Peach Mango for $4 each. They come with a straw and lid so students can take them to class. They are a huge hit and sell out fast! Volunteer information here.


Preorder is available!  Venmo @Hilaire-Jozefiak beginning Tuesdays at 4:00.  Venmo is not checked after 8am once kiddos are being served. 

Staff Lunch by Kindergarten & First Grade

April 2nd  Help us show the faculty and staff at Winstead how much they are loved and appreciated. Two grades host a staff lunch three times during the year. Event volunteers will help with preparing food, set-up, serving and clean-up. More information here.

SCHOOL EVENTS & NOTICES
Read Across America

March 3rd-7th

Monday - Future Career Day- Dress as Your Future Career

Tuesday- Sports Gear- Dress in Your Favorite Sports Gear

Wednesday - Cozy Pajamas- Wear Your Favorites!

Thursday- Vacation Attire- Dress Like You're Ready To Go!

Friday - Students Dress As Your Favorite Book Character

Spring Break

Spring Break is here!  No school March 10-14. 

 Enjoy your time away from school!

Spring Book Fair

March 20th-27th The proceeds from the Spring Book Fair benefit our Wildcat's Library. Your child's shopping time will come home in your Wildcat's purple folder.

Early Release

March 5th & 26th Find out how to be an SDM Early Release Pro here.

Lunch Accounts

You can control what your Wildcat can purchase in the Cafeteria. Here's how.

WILD FOR VOLUNTEERING
Volunteer Opportunities

We love our volunteers and appreciate any amount of time you are able to give. New to volunteering with Winstead? Start here.

Complete list of 2024-2025 volunteer opportunities.

Jamba Juice Friday mornings from 8:00 am - 9:15 am

Lunch Room Volunteers Daily starts at 10:20 am

Kitchen Volunteers Daily starts at 10:20 am

Library Book Shelving Tuesday or Thursday

FUNDRAISING REMINDERS
Invest In Winstead

Invest in Winstead is our first and largest fundraiser of the year! By simply making a donation, you will be investing in your child’s education and school environment. You can donate here.

Become a Paw Partner

Would your family like to become a Paw Partner as a way to support Winstead this year? You will get a magnetic car decal showing your support! You can become a Paw Partner here.

Donations are always accepted! All donations go directly to support the programs and events our organization offers. No amount is too small - please consider making a donation today!

Kroger Community Rewards

You can shop and earn money for Winstead Elementary by enrolling your Kroger plus card in Kroger Community Rewards.

WILDCAT SPIRIT DAY
Papa John's Pizza

March 6th support our Wildcats while eating pizza at Papa Johns! More information here.

Chick-Fil-A

March 20th 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm support our Wildcats while eating Chick-fil-A! More information here.

WILDCAT CALENDAR
Monday, March 3
Read Across America
Lost & Found Clean Out
Wednesday, March 5
8:43a Early Release 1:58 pm
Thursday, March 6
Papa Johns Winstead Spirit Night
Friday, March 7
9:00a PTO Meeting
Monday, March 10
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
Tuesday, March 11
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
Wednesday, March 12
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
Thursday, March 13
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
Friday, March 14
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
CORPORATE SPONSORS
Thank you to all our sponsors!

Would you like to see your company logo below? If you work for a small business or other company and would be interested in becoming a corporate sponsor, please reach out to our development director, Jenn Bishop. 

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