Tiger Prints

It’s been another fantastic week at school, filled with achievements worth celebrating. I want to highlight the incredible work that went into our school play—it has been phenomenal! Thank you to Mrs. Lawson, Mr. Wdowriaz, our talented students, and the many supportive parents who contributed to such a polished production. The dedication, teamwork, and creativity on display make it a true highlight for our school community.

Our volleyball teams are also off to a strong start, showing great effort and teamwork. I commend our students for their hard work during the IAR exams this week. These assessments can be taxing, but our students stayed focused and determined. Looking ahead, 8th-grade students will take the Illinois Science Assessment next week, and we are confident they’ll continue to show their best effort.

In our classrooms, the learning has been active, creative, and collaborative—reminding us of how patience and perseverance pay off. From primary students engaging with older role models during games and activities to intermediate students tackling new math and language arts challenges and middle school students managing the demands of academics and extracurriculars, it’s clear that everyone is working hard while learning how to support one another. Whether it’s practicing new skills, completing science projects, or preparing for the upcoming track season, our students are showing that resilience and positive routines make a difference.

As we prepare for spring break, next week’s Word of the Week is “Patience.” Much like families spending extra time together during vacations, we’re reminding students to take a breath and be patient with one another. It’s the perfect time to reflect on how staying calm, kind, and focused helps us all finish strong. Prioritizing sleep, self-care, and healthy habits will ensure students return refreshed and ready for a successful final stretch of the school year.

Congratulation to the March Leaders of the Month: Nora (pre-k S), Ines and Silas (pre-K M), Walker (Kdg B), Nahomy (1W), Emma (1N), Declan (2G), Kinsley (3N), Kate (3B), Annie(3/4B), Elizabeth (4M), Jayden (5F), & Madison (5D)

5 Essentials Parent Survey

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We invite you to participate in the 5 Essentials Parent Survey, a significant opportunity to share your thoughts on your child’s school environment. Your feedback helps us understand our strengths and areas for improvement, ultimately enhancing the educational experience for all students.

Survey Details:

● Who: Parents, guardians, or caregivers with a child in grades Pre-K through 12

● Languages: Available in English and Spanish

● Time Commitment: Approximately 10 minutes

● Survey Window: February 19 – March 28

● Link to Survey: Click here to participate

Additional Information:

● If you have more than one child attending the same school, you may complete the survey multiple times if you choose.

● If you have children enrolled in different schools, we encourage you to complete the survey for each school.

● Only one parent per household may submit a survey for a given child.

● You will have the option to provide your email address to receive confirmation of survey completion. This is optional, and you may leave the text box blank if you prefer.

Your voice matters! We appreciate your time and input in helping us improve our school community. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Thank you for your support!

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 in the Primary Building we will be having our Kindergarten Preview Open House from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Parents and/or guardians of students residing within District #34, who will be 5 years of age on or before September 1, are invited to attend along with their child! Children and their grown ups are invited into the building to meet the kindergarten teachers and visit the kindergarten classrooms. This is an open house-style event but we do ask that you call Ms. Hernandez at 630-909-4901 to schedule your 25 minute time slot to visit the classrooms on April 15th. Plan to bring the following items: 3 proofs of residency (i.e. utility bill, driver's license, tax bill) and your child's birth certificate (county stamped original). We are looking forward to meeting our future Winfield Tigers

The monthly BOE meeting will take place on Thursday, March 27 at the Central School Cafeteria.

Spring Break will be from Monday, March 31st - April 4th. No School on those dates. School will resume on Monday, April 7th. Enjoy your time off!

Click the Virtual Backpack Link to see the archive.

Thanks to everyone who joined us at the Chicago Wolves Family Fun Night!

Chips & Dip Donations

Thank you to all that have signed up to bring an item for Chip & Dip Day! Items can be dropped now through Sunday, March 23rd at Karen Sabados’ house. There are a few items left on the list, please sign up here if you would like to donate a snack. Thank you for your generosity!

Spring Classroom Party - Friday, 3/28

The Spring parties are next Friday, 3/28 for Pre-K-5th grades. The AM Pre-K party will be from 10-10:45 a.m. and PM Pre-K-5th grade parties will be from 2:15-3:00 p.m. There are still some spots available if you would like to help out and attend. You must be on the signup list to attend the parties. Sign up here: Pre-K Party Signup and K-5th Party Signup. Please bring your driver’s license/state ID in case it is needed at check-in.

Tiger Run - Sunday, 5/18

Our Roaring Tigers Safari Run is less than two months away! Join in on the fun and sign up to run with this link: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/100992/winfields-tiger-run. Register by April 24 to guarantee a shirt!

Lou Malnati’s Pizza Sales

Thanks again to all that participated in the Lou Malnati’s pizza sales fundraiser. Students that sold 10 or more coupons enjoyed the movie & popcorn party this past Tuesday!

Next PTO/WEF Meeting: Wednesday, April 9th at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend! If you’d like to review what was discussed at the last PTO meeting, see here: March PTO Meeting Minutes

Learning and playing fun games with student helpers from the Central School. Great role models!

This week, third graders started a new chapter in math, working on area and perimeter. In language arts, students continued to practice forming and using affixes through games and crafts. This week in 3/4 Brach the students read some really engaging fiction stories. They read Part 1 and 2 of Alien Kids, which delves into the lives of Frankie and Katie who are part of a new colony in space that was created in response to the damage inflicted upon earth due to climate change. They also read Down to the River where a group of social media enthusiasts help save a river ecosystem by filming evidence of snakes being released onto the riverbank with the sole purpose to decrease the Florida Bog Frog population. In 5th grade, students began a science project where they are researching a global environmental issue and what different communities around the world are doing to help solve the problem. They also learned different strategies for multiplying a mixed number by another mixed number.

Track - Forms went home with interested 6th-8th grade boys and girls this week. Please sign both sides of the registration form and turn in with $/fee soon. Check with the office if you're unsure about the status of your physical - it lasts one year from exam - if needed, a good time to get one would be over Spring Break. We start on Tuesday, April 8th right after we return from break with a parent meeting in the cafeteria at 4:45. Please email coaches Kahlfeldt (skahlfeldt@winfield34.org) and Serbick (rserbick@winfield34.org) with any questions/concerns. We are excited to get started, so try your best to exercise and stretch before then.

Our annual Drama Club production is finally here! Both performances are sold out, and we are thrilled for everyone to see the incredible hard work and dedication our students have put into the show.

Thank you for your support—we can’t wait to share this fantastic production with you!