Principal&#39;s Message

September 7 Labor Day, No School

September 9 PTO Welcome Back Social, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

September 23 Grades 1-3 Open House, 6 to 7 p.m.

October 2 School Pictures

Interpreters for Winslow Events: If you require an interpreter for any of our events, please let us know as soon as possible so that one may be obtained. You can contact the main office at 359-5090.

Reminder: Propio Dial-in Interpreter Service
Rush-Henrietta offers dial-in interpreter services for families who speak one of these languages:
Arabic (585) 628‑8427
Chinese (Mandarin) (585) 299‑5688
Dari (585) 440‑3275
Nepali (585) 575‑1366
Spanish (585) 632‑7190

Call the number to reach a live interpreter who can help you contact your child’s school or the following offices: Community Programs, Cub Care, District Registrar, Special Education, Student & Family Services, and Transportation.

Winslow Permanent Pick-Up Form

Winslow Attendance Line: 359-5081

Local Resources for Families a variety of resources available to families.

Winslow PTO wptowinslow@gmail.com.

There is no school on Monday in observance of Labor Day. Returning to school Tuesday may feel a lot like starting the school year again for our kiddos! Here are some ideas from PBS for setting new school year goals with our kids!

Warmly,

Jennifer Tomalty
Principal

September 2, 2026

Wednesday, September 02, 2026

Hello Winslow Families!

It was wonderful to see so many of you over the past two days at our UPK/ Kindergarten Open House or at our Grade 1-3 Meet and Greet! We are looking forward to starting a great year together tomorrow morning, Thursday, September 3. Remember, school starts at 7:45! If you are dropping your child off, please be sure to drop off between 7:35-7:45.

As we start the year, we wanted to let you know about an important focus at our school. At Winslow, we often talk about helping children grow not only as learners, but also as people. Two of the most important qualities we nurture each day are pride and courage in learning. While these words may sound big, their meaning can be seen in the small, everyday moments that happen in our classrooms from Pre-K through grade 3.

Pride in learning means children feel good about their efforts, progress, and accomplishments. It is not about being perfect or always getting the right answer. Instead, it is about taking ownership of one’s work—whether that’s carefully writing a name for the first time, finishing a challenging puzzle, or reading a book independently. Pride in learning means putting forth one’s best effort, even when the learning does not come easily. When children experience pride, they begin to see themselves as capable learners. They develop confidence and a sense of responsibility for their growth.

Equally important is courage in learning. Courage shows up when a child raises their hand even though they are unsure of the answer, tries a new strategy after making a mistake, or keeps going when something feels difficult. Learning requires risk-taking, and courage helps children step outside of their comfort zones. In our classrooms, we celebrate mistakes as part of the learning process, helping students understand that growth comes from trying, reflecting, and trying again.

For our youngest learners, pride and courage may look like separating from a caregiver with growing independence, attempting a new skill, or using words to solve a problem with a friend. These traits continue to develop as students tackle more complex academic tasks, collaborate with peers, and build perseverance. Across all grade levels, teachers and staff intentionally create safe, supportive environments where students feel encouraged to take risks and celebrate their efforts.

Families play a powerful role in reinforcing these qualities at home. You can nurture pride by recognizing your child’s effort rather than focusing only on outcomes. Simple phrases such as “You worked really hard on that” or “I can see how much you’ve improved” help children value the process of learning. To build courage, encourage your child to try new things, reassure them that mistakes are an important and expected part of learning, and share your own experiences persevering to achieve new learning.

Together, as a school community, we are committed to the development of both pride and courage in learning. These qualities build a strong foundation for academic success, as well as for resilience, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. Thank you for partnering with us in supporting your child’s growth each and every day.

Important Dates

September 3 First Day of School

September 7 Labor Day, No School

September 9 PTO Welcome Back Social, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

September 23 Grades 1-3 Open House, 6 to 7 p.m.

October 2 School Pictures

Winslow Permanent Pick-Up Form

Winslow Attendance Line: 359-5081

Local Resources for Families a variety of resources available to families.

Winslow PTO email wptowinslow@gmail.com.

Looking forward to the start of the school year tomorrow!

Warmly,

Jennifer Tomalty
Principal

Summer 2026 E-News

August 25, 2026

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Hello Winslow Families!

The start of school is just around the corner, and Winslow is buzzing with teachers setting up their classrooms and final preparations being made!

Kindergarten and Winslow UPK Open House and Supply Drop Off at Winslow: We invite you and your kindergarten or pre-school student to join us from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 1, to get acquainted with Winslow, meet your child’s teacher, and to learn more about what a typical day in kindergarten looks and feels like. All kindergarten students and parents in Ms. Fries’ class are encouraged to attend kindergarten orientation. Due to limited space in the classrooms, we ask that siblings not attend kindergarten and UPK Open House.

Grade 1-3 Student Supply Drop-off – Wednesday, September 2: We are excited to invite students in grades 1-3 to drop off school supplies and meet their teacher. There will be a 45-minute window for this from 8:15 to 9 a.m. Personal conferences will not be possible during this time, but please feel free to stop by and say hello! Click here for a link to our school supply list.

School Hours for 2026-2027

Student drop-off will start at 7:35 a.m., and the last bell will ring at 7:45 a.m. This means school continues to begin at 7:45 a.m. Dismissal times also remain the same, at 2:00.

We strongly encourage all families to use district transportation for school arrival and dismissal. When Winslow Elementary was constructed in the 1950’s, it was not designed with the intent that many families would be transporting their children to and from school each day. In the subsequent years, traffic on Pinnacle Road has also increased substantially. These factors combine to make arrival and dismissal challenging when not using district bussing.

If you need to drop off in the morning, please be aware that we must close our doors at 7:45 to allow school to operate. All staff are required to support other obligations once the school day starts. If you arrive after 7:45, please plan that you will need to park your vehicle and accompany your child to the front entrance for sign-in. Drop-off will be at Door 5.

Student dismissal will begin at 1:45. If you plan to pick your child up, please complete the Winslow Pick-Up Form by noon of the day you are picking your child up from school. The form may also be completed in advance. Please be sure that the adult picking up your child has identification.

After noon, most classroom teachers will be unable to check notifications that dismissal plans have been changed. In the event of an emergency after noon, please call the school office at 359-5090 so that we can accommodate your need and communicate the change to your child and his or her teacher.

Students dismissed at the regular end of the day will be dismissed through Door 5. Students needing an early dismissal must be picked up from the Winslow office. Please note that the Winslow Pick-Up Form should be completed in advance, and that adults picking up students will need to show identification.

Please note that if you have notified the school that you are picking your child up and you are not here by 1:55, we will place your child on her or his bus to go home. If there is no adult at home to receive the child, the child will be transported to Cub Care at the Carlton Webster Building.

Because our parking lot is a busy place, we request that all students exit their cars on the passenger side. We respectfully request that all drivers exercise caution in traveling on and around our campus for the safety of students, families, walkers, bikers, and staff members.

Walkers/Bike Riders:

Please contact the office at 359-5090 as soon as possible if your child will be walking or biking home from school this year.

Important Dates

September 1 UPK & Kindergarten Open House & Supply Drop-Off, 6 p.m.

September 2 Grade 1-3 Supply Drop-Off and Meet the Teacher 8:15 to 9 a.m.

September 3 First Day of School

September 7 Labor Day, No School

September 9 PTO Welcome Back Social, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

September 23 Grades 1-3 Open House, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

October 2 School Pictures

October 7 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., Cafeteria

October 23 Trunk or Treat, 6:30 p.m., Winslow Bus Loop

November 3 School Picture Makeups

November 4 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., Cafeteria

November 6 PTO Fundraiser Celebration/Winslow Wiggle (in school)

November 18 STEM Night, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

November 23 & 24 Parent-Teacher Conferences

December 7-11 Hat & Mitten Tree

December 23 Read & Relax Day

January 27 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., virtual

January 28 PTO Movie Night, 6:15 p.m., Cafeteria

February 3 Culture Fair, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March 3 Literacy Night, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March 17 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., Cafeteria

April 9 PTO Family Dance Night, 6 to 7 p.m.

May 5 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., Cafeteria

May 21 PTO Talent Show, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m, location TBD

June 11 PTO End-of-Year Family Picnic, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Winslow Attendance Line: 359-5081

Local Resources for Families a variety of resources available to families.

Winslow PTO email wptowinslow@gmail.com.

As you prepare for the year ahead, you may be interested in this wellness information on the importance of sleep. While it refers to “the end of the year,” good sleep habits set our kids up for success all year long!

Warmly,

Jennifer Tomalty
Principal

August 25, 2026 UPK Families

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Hello Pre-Kindergarten Families,

We are excited to welcome your family to Winslow Elementary as your child begins his or her school experience! This is an exciting and busy time for families, and I hope you will find this information to be helpful as you begin preparations for the start of the school year!

Winslow UPK students are invited to drop by Winslow between 6 and 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 1, to meet their UPK teacher. It will be a nice opportunity to begin your home-school connection, to see where your child is spending their day, and to meet the teacher. This will be an informal event, and it will not be possible for the teacher to discuss confidential or personal information about your child at this time. We hope you will be able to join us!

For your planning purposes, here is some information about student drop off and pick up. Please observe caution and drive slowly whenever you are on our school campus!

Door 5

Use Door 5 for drop-off and pick-up!

UPK STUDENT MORNING DROP-OFF

Beginning at 8:25 a.m., staff will be available to welcome students into the building. Students should be escorted to Door 5, the regular arrival/dismissal door for students being dropped off by car. The UPK school day officially begins at 8:30 a.m., and students are considered late after 8:35 a.m.

To ensure a safe and efficient drop-off, please follow these procedures:

Please park your car in an available parking space and escort your child to Door 5.
Please exercise caution walking in the parking lot.
Parents may only access the building through the main office entrance.

At 8:35 a.m., the doors will be locked, as our staff members need to get to their classrooms. You will need to park your car and walk to the front of the building to sign in your child. You will need to press the intercom button and be let into the main office. After 8:35 a.m., your child will be marked tardy.

PARENT/GUARDIAN PICK-UP AT UPK DISMISSAL

Families picking up students at dismissal should park their cars in the parking lot and wait at Door 5. Please be prepared to show identification to staff at the door.

Dismissal for pick-up begins at 2:25 p.m.
Please be prepared to show photo identification.
Families will receive a sign with the child’s name to support dismissal.
Students who do not get picked up by 2:35 p.m. will go to our Cub Care program. Parents are responsible for Cub Care fees for that day.

During the School Day Pick-up

You will need to park your car and walk to the front of the building to sign out your child in the main office. You will need to press the intercom button and be let into the main office. Please be sure to bring photo identification with you! We also request that you complete this form for during-the-day pick-ups or if your child’s transportation after school is changed, whether for the day or permanently: Winslow Pick-Up Form

Your child may have breakfast and lunch at Winslow! These meals are provided to children at no charge. Additional information about Food Services is available here. Our Winslow Lunch Menu may be accessed by clicking on the link.

Throughout the year, our school and the Winslow PTO host many activities. We welcome you and your child to participate in your Winslow Elementary School.

Important Dates

September 1 UPK & Kindergarten Open House, 6 p.m.

September 2 Supply Drop-Off and Meet the Teacher Grades 1-3, 8:15 to 9 a.m.

September 3 First Day of School

September 7 Labor Day, No School

September 9 PTO Welcome Back Social, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

September 23 Grades 1-3 Open House, 6-7 p.m.

October 2 School Pictures

October 7 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., Cafeteria

October 23 Trunk or Treat, 6:30 p.m., Winslow Bus Loop

November 3 School Picture Makeups

November 4 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., Cafeteria

November 6 PTO Fundraiser Celebration/Winslow Wiggle (in school)

November 18 STEM Night, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

November 23 & 24 Parent-Teacher Conferences

December 7-11 Hat & Mitten Tree

December 23 Read & Relax Day

January 27 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., virtual

January 28 PTO Movie Night, 6:15 p.m., Cafeteria

February 3 Culture Fair, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March 3 Literacy Night, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March 17 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., Cafeteria

April 9 PTO Family Dance Night, 6 to 7 p.m.

May 5 PTO Meeting, 6 p.m., Cafeteria

May 21 PTO Talent Show, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m, location TBD

June 11 PTO End-of-Year Family Picnic, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Winslow Attendance Line: 359-5081