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Fall is upon us with sunny days, cool breezes, and so many campus happenings.  It’s the time when students are settled into their classes, engaging and learning in new and exciting ways.  We are also beginning to see the benefits of schedule changes and new program offerings!  The new Advisory schedule is allowing students to start their days with organization and intention, while building strategies to make the most of each day.  Students finish each day with time to complete their work or attend Literacy Lab.

Literacy Lab is off to a successful start!  Students with needs for literacy support are receiving explicit instruction in the areas they need most - phonics, vocabulary development, reading fluency, and comprehension.   Early feedback is extremely positive and I can’t wait to see the students’ growth as this program continues.  

October is also Spirit Month - and what a spirited month it has been so far!  It’s a wonderful opportunity for students to unite while enjoying team-building activities and games.  It’s not over yet - we still have so many more activities ahead, including more dress-up days and student-led BBQ!

Lastly, I want to thank Assistant Principal Weeden for stepping up during Principal Garrison’s maternity leave. Kelsey’s shoes are very big, yet he filled them so competently with good humor, grace, and understanding, while always keeping students first in everything he does. Kelsey, I can’t wait to welcome you back next week! We’ve missed you and look forward to your presence back on campus.  

Happy Fall! 

Kim Kanetis

Executive Director

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We are so happy to welcome Honey, Winston School’s newest staff member.  Honey has found her new loving home with Head Counselor, Sam Thomas.  Winston knows the positive influence animals have on our lives, bringing joy, comfort, and sometimes even a needed distraction.  Welcome, Honey!

What’s your favorite food? 

There are too many to choose from! A few of my favorites are chicken, apples, and carrots, but I wish I could eat everything!

What do you normally do on the weekend?

On the weekends, I love playing with new friends at dog beach, taking long walks and hiking outside, and cuddling with my humans.

How do you like to be on campus with students?

Being at Winston is so much fun! My favorite parts are the never ending belly rubs from students, and daydreaming about chasing the bunnies and lizards around campus (because mom won't let me actually chase them.)

Can you describe yourself in three barks or less?

sweet, silly, snuggly  (at least that's what my mom says)

Saturday, October 11

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

Monday, October 13

~ No School: Staff Professional Development Day

Wednesday, October 15

~ Spirit Month Dress up Day: Anything but a Backpack

Thursday, October 16

~ School Picture Makeup Day

Friday, October 17

~ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Flag Football Game at Sierra 

Saturday, October 18

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

Wednesday, October 22

~ Spirit Month Dress up Day: Teacher/Student Swap Day

Thursday, October 23

~ 9:15 AM - 12:30 PM 11th/12th Grade Miramar Field Trip

Saturday, October 25

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

Wednesday, October 29

~ Spirit Month Dress up Day: Band/Music Day

Thursday, October 30

~ 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM Middle School Library Field Trip

Friday, October 31

~ End of Marking Period 2

~ Halloween Dress up Day & Parade

Saturday, November 1

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

Tuesday, November 4

~ 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM Parent Association Meeting, on campus or Zoom

Wednesday, November 5

~ Parent Teacher Conferences

Friday, November 7

~ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Flag Football Game at Winston 

Saturday, November 8

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

Monday-Tuesday, November 10-11

~ No School: Veterans Day Observance 

Wednesday, November 12

~ Parent Teacher Conferences

Friday, November 14

~ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Flag Football Game at Winston 

Dress up day (retro/decade)

☕️ Save the Date: The Winston Coffee House

The Winston Coffee House is our annual fall event celebrating student creativity through music, visual art, and performance. Hosted after school so families can attend, it’s a warm and welcoming evening filled with expression, connection, and community. Please save the date to join us!

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