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"The secret of getting ahead is getting started." – Mark Twain

March is all about wellness and getting things done in Advisory! This month, students are diving into the Eight Dimensions of Wellness — emotional, physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, environmental, financial, and occupational. Each one represents an important part of who we are and how we take care of ourselves. Students will spend time talking about these areas and choosing ones they’d like to strengthen. It’s a great opportunity for them to reflect on what helps them feel balanced, confident, and ready to take on challenges.

We’re also focusing on the executive functioning skill of task initiation — that first step of getting started. Students are practicing ways to overcome procrastination by prioritizing what’s most important, turning off distractions, and breaking bigger tasks into smaller steps. A little momentum goes a long way!

By combining wellness and task initiation this month, we’re helping students build strong habits that support success in and out of the classroom.

Joshua Weeden

Assistant Principal

Join Us for Our Spring Showcase next week!

Our Spring Showcase is next Thursday from 1:00–3:00 PM for Winston families to explore and enjoy student work displayed throughout the school.

Alumni are invited to join us from 3:30–5:00 PM to reconnect with fellow alumni and staff. If you would like to attend the alumni event virtually, click here.

We look forward to welcoming families and alumni back to campus and sharing exciting ways to stay involved in the future of Winston!

We're excited to welcome you to our Spring Open House next Tuesday, March 17th! If you know a student who would thrive at Winston, please consider sharing this opportunity to experience our community in action.

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/fiHt4PRYrC9ZQMtK8 

Parents - we hope you'll join us as we start planning our end-of-year events — your ideas and input make all the difference!

Also, save the date for our next parent event on Tuesday, April 21.

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.

Please reach out to Mr. Jacobsen with any questions and reserve your spot for the 2026 Winston Summer School program by April 10th.

For Private Students: Sign Up Here 

For Public Students: Sign Up Here 

If you haven't had a chance to fill out the extracurricular interest form, please take a moment to do so – your input helps us create programs our students are most excited about! Summer Survey Here 

Our first softball game is just a few weeks away! Students can purchase tickets to the first two home games using their Dojo points, giving everyone a fun way to show school spirit. The entire school community is invited to our final home game on May 15th as we celebrate our seniors and their hard work. We can’t wait to welcome families and friends to cheer on our athletes this season! 🥎

Our fabulous Student Council has voted to launch a series of spirited dress‑up days throughout the spring, bringing extra fun, creativity, and community pride to our campus.

Saturday, March 14

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

Tuesday, March 17 ☘️

~ 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Admissions Open House

~ 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM Parent Association Meeting in person or Zoom 

Wednesday, March 18

~ Sports Dress Up Day ⚽ 🏀 🏈

Thursday, March 19

~ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Spring Showcase 

~ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Alumni Event

Friday, March 20

~ Early dismissal day; school out at 1:00 PM

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) 🥎

Saturday, April 18

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

Please consider giving what feels meaningful to you today.

Winston loves sharing amazing student opportunities - here is a great summer camp for lovers of music!

Registration is officially OPEN for the 2026 GXRLS Rock! SD Summer Camp!

Click HERE to register today!

Camp Details

Dates: June 15–19, 2026, 9am–4pm daily

Location: Montgomery Middle School

2470 Ulric St., San Diego (Linda Vista)

Tuition

Early Bird Rate: $395 (now through March 31, 2026)

Regular Rate: $450 (begins April 1, 2026)

Financial Aid is available. Spots fill quickly.

Empower girls and non-binary youth through music

www.RockCampforGirlsSD.org

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