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Dear Winston Families and Students,

What an incredible Spring Showcase! It was truly wonderful to see so many families on campus, celebrating our students’ creativity, hard work, and pride in their learning. Thank you to all the alumni who joined us for our alumni event! The energy on campus yesterday truly reflected the spirit of our school community. Thank you for joining us and supporting our students as they shared what they’ve accomplished this year. 

We hope you are as excited about the new campus as we are! Stay tuned for more information about our upcoming capital campaign and spring fundraising efforts. We have many exciting opportunities to keep building together for our future at Winston.

We have just one more week until Spring Break, so let’s finish strong and enjoy this beautiful season ahead!

Warmly,

Kelsey Garrison

Principal

Families and our school community came together at our Spring Showcase to celebrate the incredible effort and talent of our students.

Calling all student artists! If you’d like your artwork considered for this year’s San Diego County Fair, please complete your piece and be ready to submit it to Ms. Carol by April 17th. Click here to express your interest in participating. 🎨

Please save the date for our annual Transition Night!​

Not sure what options are available for your student after high school? Join us for our Transition Night on April 16, 2026, from 5:00–6:30 PM. This event is designed to connect you, our families, with resources and organizations to support your students as they prepare for life after Winston.

The evening will begin with presentations from our College & Career Counselor and representatives from several organizations that specialize in vocational support, independent living, recreation, and educational opportunities. After the presentations, you will have the opportunity to meet with representatives one-on-one at their booths to learn more about their programs and how they may best support your student’s future.

Participating organizations include:

• Regional Center
• Department of Rehabilitation
• Aspiring Scholars Program at CSUSM
• College Living Experience
• Self Determined Futures
• Beacons of North County

We hope you’ll join us for this informative evening and take the next step in planning your student’s path beyond high school!

Interested in discussing an individualized transition plan to support your student with their postsecondary success?

Schedule a one-on-one meeting with our College and Career Coordinator, Ms. Nina, by clicking here or emailing her at gianina.hatton@thewinstonschool.org.

Save the date for our next parent event on Tuesday, April 21. Special guest Kelly McCullough will join us and present how we can support our students' mental wellness in the digital world in which we live today. Please join us on campus for this important informational meeting.

The Winston School will be introducing several new after school programs designed to expand creativity, build connection, and keep students engaged beyond the classroom. These programs will run in two-week sessions and offer something for every interest; from art and cooking to storytelling and strategy!

Abrakadoodle Art Program

Dates: June 15 – June 26

We’re excited to partner with Abrakadoodle, a leader in creative visual arts education for kids worldwide. Since 2002, Abrakadoodle has reached more than a million children through school and community programs. Their mobile art experiences feature hands-on exploration and “process art,” where kids learn through creativity, discovery, and a little bit of messiness! Each session offers professional instruction and lesson plans that inspire imagination while meeting national standards for visual arts education.

Culinary Intensive: The Art of the Grill

Dates: June 29 - July 10

Join us for a two-week deep dive into the backyard BBQ and the art of grilling! In this two-hour daily program, students will learn meal planning, nutrition, budgeting, and of course, cooking. Under guided instruction, students will explore balanced meals and outdoor cooking techniques while developing life skills and teamwork along the way.

Winston Role Playing Group

Dates: July 13 - July 23 

Hosted by our very own Winston Dungeons & Dragons club, this two-week after school adventure will introduce students to Warhammer Fantasy: Role Play, where they’ll explore the haunted ruins of Mordheim. This collaborative storytelling experience fosters problem-solving, creativity, and social connection, giving students the chance to work together through strategy, teamwork, and imagination.

We’re truly excited to offer these new opportunities for enrichment, creativity, and fun. More details about registration and scheduling will be shared soon. In the meantime, please reach out to Mr. Jacobsen if you have any questions about the programs or enrollment process. Remember, the deadline to reserve your spot for the 2026 Winston Summer School program is April 10th.

For Private Students: Sign Up Here 

For Public Students: Sign Up Here 

We hope to see you at next week’s first softball game of the season - a home game played on our field! We can’t wait to welcome families and friends to cheer on our athletes this season! Go Bulldogs!! 🥎

This week, our students and staff really hit it out of the ballpark for Sports Dress Up Day!

From jerseys to team colors, the school spirit was on full display!

Prom Save the Date

Saturday, March 21

~ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Saturday School

Friday, March 27

~ Pajama Day

~ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Softball Game: Winston vs. SDCCA (@ Winston) 🥎

Saturday, March 28

~ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Saturday School

Monday, March 30 - Friday, April 3

~ No School: Spring Break

Saturday, April 4

~ No Saturday School

Monday, April 6

~ Return to School

Wednesday, April 8

~ Parent/Teacher Conferences

~ Travel Dress Up Day ✈️

Thursday, April 9

~ 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM - 10th Grade Field Trip to Museum of Us

Friday, April 10

~ End of Marking Period 5

~ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Softball Game: Winston vs. Sierra (@ Sierra) 🥎

~ 2:00 - 3:00 PM Snoopy Drama Performance 🎭

~ Summer School Enrollment Due

For Private Students: Sign Up Here 

For Public Students: Sign Up Here 

Saturday, April 11

~ No Saturday School

Monday, April 13

~ State testing begins (parents will be contacted by Mr. Ocaña)

~ 10:15 AM - 2:00 PM - 11th Grade Field Trip to Petco Park

Wednesday, April 15

~ Parent/Teacher Conferences

Thursday, April 16

~ 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Transition Night

Friday, April 17

~ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Softball Game: Winston vs. Merit (@ Winston) 🥎

~ Deadline to submit art for the San Diego County Fair 🎨

Saturday, April 18

~ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Saturday School

Monday, April 20

~ 10:15 AM - 2:00 PM - 10th/11th Grade Field Trip to Grossmont College

Tuesday, April 21

~ 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Parent Education & Coffee Social

Wednesday, April 22

~ Grade Level Color Dress Up Day 🌈

Friday, April 24

~ 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM Community Day Out event

Saturday, April 25

~ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Saturday School

Please consider giving what feels meaningful to you today.

Sneak Peak at the 2025-2026 Yearbook

Don’t miss your chance to reserve this year’s yearbook, Dream On, at the special early bird rate of $60. Next week is the final week for this discounted rate—after Spring Break, the price will be $75, so lock in your copy before this dream deal is gone.

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