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Originally delivered on 3/28/2025 3:00 pm

SUBJECT: The Wildcat PTO News April 2025

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

Last date to donate is midnight on April 18th! Thank you so much to all the families and friends that donated this year to help us reach our goal to purchase new student desks and chairs! We appreciate all your efforts. We are at 55% of our goal, and 24% of our students have collected a donation.  Let's keep up the great work!!!

Click here for more information!

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. Signup Genius.

TCAP
DATETESTGRADE
April 15ELA Part 1
2nd - 5th
April 16ELA Parts 2 & 3
2nd - 5th
April 17ELA Part 4
3rd - 5th
April 22
Math Part 1
2nd - 5th
April 23
Math Parts 2 & 3
3rd - 5th

Math Part 2
2nd
April 24
Science
3rd - 5th


Just a reminder that during TCAP testing weeks, no volunteers will be allowed in the school.  

5th Grade Car Wash

May 1st is the 5th Grade Car Wash. Proceeds from the car wash go to the 5th grade gift to the school. More information here.

Sunshine Cart

April 9th  This is our monthly treat for teachers and staff!  Your company or Troop can sponsor a Sunshine Cart. Email us if you are interested!


This month's cart will be sponsored by the 4th and 5th grades!  Click here to volunteer or donate!

Kindergarden Roundup!

May 14th at 9:30 am

Bring your young Wildcats entering Kindergarten to tour the school and meet the teachers! Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is open! Families who already have a current WCS student will be able to register their child by logging into their Skyward account and selecting the WCS New Student Enrollment link. Families who do not currently have a WCS student need to request a Skyward account.

Register for kindergarten here!

Winstead Field Day and Color Run

May 9th This is a great way to celebrate the end of the school year and our fundraising success together! The day consists of a variety of events, games, and competitions for all to enjoy. Volunteers are needed to help organize and coordinate both before the event and the day of the event. Check out all the details here!


Click here to volunteer!

Staff Appreciation Week

May 5th to 9th During Staff Appreciation Week we show the school staff how thankful we are for all they do! Volunteers will be needed to make this week run smoothly! From donating items to serving staff, we will need many hands this week. Want to help?Email Diana Silva

SCHOOL EVENTS & NOTICES
Spring Run Team

It’s time for Spring Run Team again! Yay!! Run Team will be held on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 8-8:30AM starting March 24th and ending May 9th. To participate or find out more information, please reach out to tammy.klingensmith@wcs.edu or jonw1@wcs.edu

Early Release

April 9th 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.

Lunch Room and Kitchen Volunteers Daily starts at 10:20 am

Library Volunteer Tuesdays & Thursdays Times Vary

Field Day and Color Run - May 9th Times

Art Support

Music Support

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!

My Publix Partner

Once you link your Publix account to Winstead, you can give back to Winstead every time you shop! Login to your Publix account. Navigate to My Profile > My Publix Partner and search for Winstead Elementary.

WILDCAT SPIRIT DAY
Papa John's Pizza

April 3rd support our Wildcats while eating pizza at Papa Johns! More information here.  Mention promo code "Winstead" when ordering online or on the phone!

Edley's Bar-B-Que

April 16th Support your Wildcats while enjoying dinner from Edley's in Berry Farms!  Check out their menu here!  Make sure to mention Winstead!

WILDCAT CALENDAR
Wednesday, April 2
Staff Lunch - Hosted by grades K-1
Thursday, April 3
Papa Johns Winstead Spirit Night
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!  We couldn't do everything we do without our amazing partners!

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