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Originally delivered on 9/2/2025 3:31 pm

SUBJECT: The Wildcat PTO News September 2025

PTO NEWS • SEPTEMBER 2025
EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Grandparents Day

Monday, September 8, 2025 7:30 am to 8:30 am

A light breakfast for grandparents (or special adult) and their Wildcats before school. Grandparents can tour the school and make purchases at our school store, Paw Patch. Volunteers are needed to help with set up, serving and/or preparing food. Volunteer here. 

PTO Meeting

Friday, September 12, 2025 9:00 am

All Wildcat Parents are automatically part of Winstead PTO. Please join us at our meetings in the Winstead staff lounge or check out our meeting minutes and schedule here.

Invest Class Leaderboard

CURRENT PARTY LEADERS
Kindergarten: Mrs. G 38.89%

1st- Miss Hart 21.05%

2nd- Mrs. Segui 40.91%

3rd- Mrs. Griffin 40%

4th- Mrs. Chapman 41.67%

5th- Mrs. Workman 25%

Leading Class for donations: Mrs. Workman!  Mrs. Chapman, Mrs. Segui, Miss Pierce, and Mrs. Bradley are on her heels!

Where do PTO funds go?

Smoothie Wednesday

On Smoothie Wednesdays, Jamba Juice offers smoothies to our students. 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.


To pre-pay for smoothies, send a Venmo to @Lauren-Perry-21 by 9pm Tuesday night with your child's name, and they can pick up Wednesday morning. Cash is also accepted.

Provided by 2nd & 3rd Grade

Sunshine Cart is a monthly treat for teachers and staff! September 17th our Sunshine Cart will be hosted by 2nd & 3rd GradeRoom Parents will contact those grades with more information. Do you want to help? Volunteer Here.

5th Grade Car Wash

October 2nd is the 5th Grade Car Wash. Proceeds from the car wash go to the 5th grade gift to the school. 

More information here.

Get that Wildcat Spirit

WILDCAT SPIRIT WEEK is October 13th - 17th!!

Monday🐎 Western Day
Tuesday🏈 Sports & Sparkle 
Wednesday🤪 Wacky Wednesday 
Thursday🌺 Hawaiian Day
Friday👕 Rock the Block Shirt Day 

October 15th Pep Rally! Wildcats only, no parents.

Provided by 4th & 5th Grade

October 29th Help us show the faculty and staff at Winstead how much they are loved and appreciated. Event volunteers will help with preparing food, set-up, serving and clean-up. More information here.

Art to Remember

Art to Remember is our yearly fundraiser to benefit the Winstead Art Department. An Art to Remember flyer came home in your child's purple folder with their unique online order code. Once you login to your account you can add additional art work! These items make great holiday gifts!

SCHOOL EVENTS & NOTICES
WCS Newsletter

Get your Williamson County School District News Here!

Fall Picture Day

September 19th is Fall Picture Day! LifeTouch packets will come home with information on how to order your photos. PTO will be on hand the day of pictures to help each Wildcat look their best. There will be a makeup picture day for any absent students or photo retakes. Date TBD.

Fall Run Team

It’s time for Fall Run Team again! Yay!! Run Team will be held on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 8-8:30AM starting September 15th and ending October 29th. To participate fill out this Microsoft Form. You can find more Run Club info here.

Early Release

Students will be released at 1:58pm on Wednesday, September 17th. If no change is made in SDM, we will assume your child should be dismissed at 1:58pm using their default dismissal. (The next early release is Wednesday, October 1st.)

More information here. Bus information on Stopfinder App.

Fall Break

October 6th - 10th No School - Fall Break. 

Fall Book Fair

Starts October 17th The proceeds from the Fall Book Fair benefit our Wildcat's Library. Your child's shopping time will come home in your Wildcat's purple folder. Book fair will be open during Rock the Block!

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 2025-2026 volunteer opportunities.

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

Cafeteria Volunteers Daily starts at 10:30 am

Library Volunteer Tuesdays Times Vary

Art Support Once a Month

Music Support Once a Month

Grandparent's Day Sept. 8, volunteers arrive at 7:00 am

5th Grade Car Wash Oct. 2, after dismissal

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. Last day to donate is September 30th. 

Mini Soccer Tournament & Picnic

When we reach our goal of 25k, PTO and the Winstead Staff will put on a school wide mini soccer tournament with a picnic for students. 

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!

Box Tops for Education App

Use the new Box Tops App to scan your receipt. The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to your organization's earnings online. More information here.

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
Village Pizza

September 17th support our Wildcats while eating pizza at Village Pizza! Be sure to mention WINSTEAD when ordering. More information here about participating location.

WILDCAT CALENDAR
Monday, September 8
7:30a Grandparents Day
Friday, September 12
9:00a PTO Meeting
Wednesday, September 17
Village Pizza Company Spirit Night
8:43a Early Release 1:58 pm
Friday, September 19
Fall Picture Day
Wednesday, October 1
8:43a Early Release 1:58 pm
Thursday, October 2
5th Grade Car Wash copy
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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