PAW PRINTS

Dear Winfield Families,

As we approach the final stretch of the school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for all the support and partnership you've shown so far. 💙 With just a few weeks left, now is the time to give it our all! 💪📚 Every day matters—whether it's arriving on time, staying focused in class, finishing projects, or simply showing kindness and encouragement. These final moments are a chance for students to demonstrate how much they've grown and to finish the year with pride. 🌟🎓

Let’s work together to keep spirits high and motivation strong. Your support at home helps us create a positive, productive environment at school. We’re so proud of what our students have accomplished—and we know they can cross the finish line with confidence and joy. 🏁✨

Let’s finish strong—together!

With gratitude,
Mrs. Alonzo & Mrs. Hall

All parents of incoming 6th graders (2025-2026 school year) are invited to Taft Middle School for an incoming 6th graders Spring Parent Night on Tuesday, May 13th at 7pm in the auditorium.

It’s that time of year! All library books must be returned by the last student day, Monday, June 2. Please check for overdue notices from the school library this month and help your students locate their missing books. If you believe there is an error with a notice, please contact the school library as soon as possible. Books not returned by June 2 will be considered lost. All fines for lost and damaged library books will be available in PowerSchool no later than June 23. Please note, book fines will not be reversed or refunded if a book is found after the fine is entered.

We have about 20 yearbooks still available. They are $17 each, and are payable with cash or a check made payable to Winfield Elementary. Please send in your child's money in a labeled envelope to the office. We will have them available until they sell out.

The Winfield Elementary Lost and Found is once again overflowing with jackets, sweatshirts, and water bottles. Please have your student check for any missing items. You are welcome to call the office if you are looking for something in particular. Please ALWAYS LABEL EVERYTHING that your child can take off or set down. We check for names to return to students! All leftover items will be donated on June 2nd.

Crown Point Community School Corporation is thrilled to welcome the future class of 2038! If your child will be five years old before August 1, 2025, and you live in the district boundaries, we invite you to enroll for kindergarten online NOW!

More information is available on our website at www.cps.k12.in.us/kindergarten.

Does your Wildcat need new Spirit Wear? Check out Winfield's online shop which is open year-round! Click on the image below to shop!

April

25: PTO Mother/Son Event @ Sparta Dome

28-30: ILEARN Testing Continues

May

1-2: ILEARN Testing Continues

5: NWEA Testing Begins

6: Incoming Kindergarten Visits

6: Election Day- No Preschool Classes

7: Incoming Kindergarten Visits

13: Incoming 6th Grade Parent Meeting @ Taft

19: IREAD Retesting Begins

23: Kindy 500

26: Memorial Day; No School

29: 5th Grade Glow Party

30: Springfest 5:30-8:30 pm

June

2: Last Day of School & Field Day

Student Lunch: $2.45 Student Breakfast: $1.60

Students carrying negative lunch account balances are unable to purchase additional treats.

Additional Options Available:

• Students in grades 2-5 can purchase chips ($0.75-$1.00) or a Rice Krispie treat ($0.75) daily.
• Students in grades 2-5 can purchase ice cream ($1.00) on the following days:
• Mon.- grade 2, Tues.- grade 3, Wed.- grade 4, Thurs.- grade 5

Birthday Ice Cream:

Students can purchase ice cream for their classmates to be served on their birthday during lunch. Tickets are $1.00 per student, and the order must be received one-week prior to the date to be served.

*Please note, to ensure safety with food allergies and to protect instructional time, we do not permit edible birthday treats from home to be brought in to the classroom.

Monthly tuition fees are loaded on the 15th of the previous month and due by the 1st of every month. Please check your child's PowerSchool account for balances due. Payment can be made online or at the school office. Failure to pay by the 10th of the current month will result in your child not being able to attend preschool until the balance is paid in full.

Supply Fee - $65 yearly fee for all students in preschool

Monthly Tuition - $180/3 days per week, $300/5 days per week

The Free & Reduced Application can be found here: https://www.cps.k12.in.us/district-departments/food-services. If you have any questions, please contact the preschool office at (219) 663-4330.

Bulldog Buddies Newsletters:

Other Preschool News:

Bulldog Buddies Handbook

The next PTO meeting will be held on May 14th at 4:15 pm in the Winfield Elementary media center. All families are encouraged to get involved and see how our PTO supports our students and staff. Elections for 2025-2026 will occur at this meeting. New faces are always welcome to help hear about upcoming initiatives and to share ideas. More hands make for lighter work!