Winona Elementary
November Newsletter
Message From Mrs. T
November at Winona
Happy Fall to all of our families! Thank you so much for your active participation in our school and your student's learning! Our attendance average as a school for the month of October was 91%, which is down from the month of September, which had an average of 92% of students at school. Please continue to help your child be to school on time each day, because Every Day Counts for our students. Our goal is to hit 95% for our attendance average (first for a week, then eventually for the month)!
We had over 95% participation in our Family Conferences this month. It is so important for our staff to meet with each of our families so that we can share the amazing things your students are doing here at school.
We would also like to thank you for your feedback on our family survey at conferences. Here are the results from over 120 families who shared with us:
I feel welcome at Winona.
- Strongly Agree - 78%%
- Agree - 21%
- Somewhat Agree - 1%
- Disagree - 0%
- Strongly Disagree - 0%
I understand what is expected of my child to be successful at school.
- Strongly Agree - 68%
- Agree - 31%
- Somewhat Agree - 1%
- Disagree - 0%
- Strongly Disagree - 0%
I receive help or information from my child's teacher(s) about how I can support my chid's learning at home.
- Strongly Agree - 70%
- Agree - 27%
- Somewhat Agree - 3%
- Disagree - 0%
- Strongly Disagree - 0%
It's easy for families to bring up issues or concerns with the school.
- Strongly Agree - 65%
- Agree - 29%
- Somewhat Agree - 5%
- Disagree - 1%
- Strongly Disagree - 0%
I have a collaborative relationship with my student's teacher.
- Strongly Agree - 54%
- Agree - 40%
- Somewhat Agree - 6%
- Disagree - 0%
- Strongly Disagree - 0%
Kim Tymkowych
Principal at Winona Elementary
Important Upcoming Dates and Events
November
4th-Day of the Dead Family Event
8th- Make-up & Retake picture day
11th- Veterans Day Breakfast
16th- WCPT Meeting
21st-25th- No School Thanksgiving Break
Cooler Weather is Here!
We will be moving into our cold weather season. Please make sure that your children are wearing coats, and possibly hats and gloves to school on those cold days. When the snow begins to stick to the ground, we also recommend students have boots for recess or to stay on the blacktop. We do not typically have students change their clothes if they are wet if they have chosen to roll in the snow without the proper gear to keep them dry. Please let our school know if there is a way that we can help with cold-weather gear. One final request would be to make sure that your child's gear has their name labeled on it so that we can return any lost items to the correct owner, and so that you do not have to buy any replacement gear!
Thanksgiving Meal Help
Winona Giving Tree
Dear Winona Families,
We understand that the holiday season can be difficult. The staff and families of Winona would like to support our families in great need with a Giving Tree. If your family needs help with clothing or small gifts for your children, we would like to help.
Please fill out a separate form with the information requested below, for each of your Winona students (K-5) BY Wednesday, NOVEMBER 16TH. Your request is completely confidential. You must be able to pick up the gifts at Winona.
Thank you!
Winona Elementary School
Click on the link to fill out the giving tree request form.
https://forms.gle/eKDaB2za7W1h6Aq18
If you would like to sponsor a student this holiday season tags will be available to pick up from our giving tree Friday, November 18th. Gifts are due back to Winona by Friday, December 9th.
If you have any questions please call our office a 970-613-7100
Holiday Resources 2022
Santa Cops of Larimer County:
NEW LOCATION: Ranch Events Complex
McKee 4H Building - 4850 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO 80538
Wed. Nov. 9th, 4 - 8 pm (Berthoud, Loveland and Ft. Collins meeting rooms)
Sat. Nov. 12th, 9 am - 4 pm (Estes Park, Timnath and LaPorte meeting rooms)
Wed. Nov. 16th, 4 - 8 pm (Berthoud, Loveland, Ft. Collins meeting rooms)
Sat. Nov. 19th, 9 am - 4 pm (Ft. Collins meeting room)
Application: Santa Cops Application - English
Application - Santa Cops - Spanish
Bring completed application, photo ID, proof of residence within Larimer County such as a utility bill, proof of guardianship of each child, (birth certificate, social security card, medical card, or school record.) For more information: https://santacopslarimercounty.org/apply/
Salvation Army of Loveland
Thanksgiving: The Salvation Army of Loveland is offering Thanksgiving turkeys
(frozen) to families and individuals residing in Loveland / Berthoud area. Turkey
vouchers are available now until supplies last. To receive a turkey voucher, please
visit The Salvation Army located 840 N Lincoln Ave. Monday - Friday 9am – 4pm.
Eligibility requirements: proof of residency in Loveland or Berthoud. With
questions, call 970-699-8380.
Christmas gifts: Loveland Salvation Army will open its Angel Tree program on
December 13 and will run until December 23 Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm at our
Loveland office located 840 N Lincoln Ave. Families who have not registered with
any other gift programs, may come in during December 13 - 23 to register and to
receive gifts for their children the same day. Requirements for the Angel Tree
program: proof of residency in Loveland or Berthoud, and verification that family
has children ages 0 to 17 years old. That verification may include birth certificate
or school records or benefit records – anything to show that family has kids living
with them. With questions, call 970-699-8380. Note: if you have a Ft. Collins address, contact Salvation Army of Ft. Collins 970-207-4472 and make an appointment.
House of Neighborly Service
Holiday Food Basket -Visit HNS beginning December 1st to receive a Christmas Dinner Food Basket. This service will be available to income qualified households living within Thompson R2-J School District or with a Berthoud address through December 22. Contact House of Neighborly Service to learn more • Loveland: Call (970) 667-4939 or visit 1511 E. 11th Street, Loveland from Monday -Thursday 9:00am to 4:00pm or on the 1st Thursday of the month from 12:00pm to 7:00pm • Berthoud: Call (970) 532- 0161 or visit 375 Meadowlark Drive Berthoud on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm. You should plan to arrive 2 hours before closing.
Christmas Toy Store - This program provides an opportunity for parents/guardians to shop for new toys or gift cards (teens) for the children of the home. This program is for households that reside within Thompson R2-J school district or with a Berthoud address. • Loveland: Call (970) 667-4939 or visit 1511 E. 11th Street, Loveland from Monday -Thursday 9:00am to 4:00pm or on the 1st Thursday of the month from 12:00pm to 7:00pm • Berthoud: Call (970) 532- 0161 or visit 375 Meadowlark Drive, Berthoud ** Berthoud’s Christmas Store will ONLY be open on December 13,15,20, and 22 from 9am to 5pm**
Northern Colorado Toy Shop
6th Annual Toy Drive in Fort Collins to provide assistance to 500 children ages birth to 18 on December 3, 2022 from 9 am - 2 pm or until we run out of toys. Location: Knights of Columbus Hall, 121 N. Meldrum, Ft. Collins, CO 80521. Each child will receive a big toy, small toy, wooden toy car, and stocking. We encourage you to bring a large, black lawn bag to take your toys home in or something else that can help you transport your toys from our venue to your vehicle.
The event is first come, first served. A completed survey will be required to enter the toy shop and will be given out the day of the event. A birth certificate from anywhere is REQUIRED along with a picture ID for the parent receiving services. You may only shop for your children at this event. For more information: https://kenziscauses.org/toy-shop-fort-collins/
Winona Wellness News
https://www.smore.com/f3qm9h-helpful-health-hints
Everyday Counts at Winona!
Spelling Bee Coach Needed!
We are in need of a coach for the district Spelling Bee contest. This would be a 3-hour-a-month commitment. Please call the office if you are interested.
970-613-7100
Miss Picture Day or need Retakes?
970-613-7100
Reading Fact for the month!
“Reading provides new experiences for kids. Through reading children learn about people, places, and events outside of their own experience. Kids experience these new situations through books before they encounter them in real life.” Reading With Your Kids Podcast
2022-2023 School Calendar
https://www.thompsonschools.org/page/2?ref=globalIcon&site=tsd#calendar1/20220726/month
WCPT Meeting Nov.16th
Hello Winona Families,
What?? It's already November! Yes, and we are having another WCPT (Wildcat Community Partnership Team) meeting Wednesday, November 16th from 6:30 - 7:30. We will be discussing celebrations from Trunk or Treat, Conference Survey, and planning Bingo Night and a possible fundraiser.
What: WCPT Meeting
When: Wednesday, November 16th
Time: 6:30 7:30
Hope to see you there!
Free and Reduced Lunch Applications
2022 - 2023 MEAL BENEFIT APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE!!!
Applications are now being accepted for the 22-23 school year. This may qualify you for other benefits such as reduced fees and the P-EBT program.
Apply online at: www.myschoolapps.com
If you haven't applied and been approved for Free/Reduced Meal Benefits for school year 22-23, we encourage you to complete one now. Prior year benefits will expire on September 28th Students without an APPROVED 22-23 application will be charged for all meals beginning on September 29th. New benefits begin as soon as the application is processed.
There are 2 ways to apply:
www.myschoolapps.com to complete an on-line application. This is the FASTEST way to apply and be approved. Provide an email address, and your benefit letter will be emailed to you within hours.
Fill out a paper application, available at all schools. You can turn in your application to the school or to our office at 2890 North Monroe Ave, Loveland. Please allow up to 5 days to process paper applications. You are responsible for any charges accrued during that time.
Did you know many federal, state and local funding sources for TSD schools are based on the number of students eligible for free or reduced school meals? When you apply for free and reduced meal services, your school is eligible for additional funding that is important to maintain valuable school programs and services for families.
And, in addition to meal benefits, families who qualify for free or reduced meals are also eligible for other benefits, including reduced or waived school fees, technology support and internet access, as well as assistance with costs for a number of school programs like athletics and before/after school extracurricular activities.
Office Hours
7:30am-3:30pm M-F
Office Number
970-613-7100
Attendance Line
970-613-7111
Fax Number
970-613-7120
How sick is too sick??
How sick is too sick? Does your Child need to stay home?
Diarrhea
Yes – The child or staff member may return to school or child care 24 hours after their
last episode of diarrhea.
Fever
Fever is a temperature of
100.4°F or greater.
Yes – The child or staff member may return to school or child care if the fever has
been resolved for 24 hours without fever-reducing medications.
Flu-like Symptoms
Fever
Sore throat
Runny nose or congestion
Yes - Children and staff may return to school or child care as long as they are
fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications and symptoms are improving.
We are seeing a lot of flu-like symptoms since the start of school. Please do not send your students to school with symptoms that could be contagious. Call the health office to excuse an illness or if you have any health questions.
Thank you!
Mrs. Ashley
970-613-7102
Winona Spirit Wear Sale!
The Winona Elementary School spirit wear is available to purchase all school year long. Choose from hundreds of designs and garments, all delivered to your home in days.
Holiday SALE!
- Dates: November 7th - November 30th
- 20% savings sitewide
- Free shipping over $75
- Guaranteed delivery by December 22nd or the order is free!
November Lunch Menu
Kim Tymkowych
Email: kim.tymkowych@tsd.org
Website: https://www.thompsonschools.org/winona
Location: 201 South Boise Avenue, Loveland, CO, USA
Phone: 970-613-7100