April is Counseling Awareness Month—a time to recognize school counselors as champions for student success. Thanks to WCSD counselors, everyone in our school community can feel seen, heard & helped. ❤️#CounselorsHelp #wintersethuskypride #MomentMakers #1Team1Moment1Person
Meet Michelle Macumber, our dedicated PK-12 literacy coach! 📚
This year, Michelle is leading an exciting initiative where our 3rd-6th grade teachers are implementing Orton Gillingham Morphology with their students.
“I love watching students grow,” Michelle says. 💫
Today is National School Librarian Day. We’d like to recognize and show our gratitude for those serving in our school libraries! 📚
Thank you for creating welcoming spaces, promoting a love of reading, and helping students find their perfect book.
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On Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, we applaud the incredible impact of our paraprofessionals! You bring skill, passion & unwavering support to our schools.
We're so grateful for you & everything you do! 🙏
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This week’s Staff Spotlight shines on Kristin Knutson! ⭐
Kristin is an associate at WES; she loves the familial environment and the nurturing atmosphere.
Away from her work, she's a proud parent to two wonderful teenagers and a caretaker to two dogs, five cats, & 12 ducks!
We’re excited to recognize the exceptional work of our APs during National Assistant Principals Week! They provide crucial support for staff, students, and families—and make WCSD a better place each and every day.
Thank you for your leadership and support! 💫
Wishing a very happy Easter to all those in our community celebrating today! 🌷
Come work with us! #wintersethuskypride
WHS won a major grant and purchased an Anatomage Table to be used in our health science and sciences classes! #wintersethuskypride
Kathy Erickson, one of our WHSl counselors loves Future Ready Fridays, which bring more awareness to college and career opportunities.
“I love that there is so much cooperation and positivity,” Kathy says. “Everyone is working to do what's best for our students.”
Nurse Associate Taylor Friend loves the community at WCSD. 💫
“Being able to watch how the students change throughout the year is the thing that I look forward to the most,” she says.
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It's Music in Our Schools Month! Let's encourage all students to explore their musical talents and discover the magic of creating and performing music. A journey in music can open doors to endless possibilities! 🎵
#MioSM #wintersethuskypride #MomentMakers #1Team1Moment1Person
Lana McDonald a special education teacher at WHS; she loves her team.
“I love going to work everyday and being surrounded by a team that works hard to support teenagers, build relationships & take care of one another in the process,” she says. ❤️
Lizzy Wilson, a 6th grade ELA teacher, is today's staff spotlight! 🌟
She loves reading, cooking, and working for WSCD because of the community, the students, and her teammates. Plus, her students can always brighten up her day, and she says they are "so fun to have around."
Our elementary Therapy Dog, Chief, wasn’t too sure about the weather this morning…but he was prepared with his rain jacket! #wintersethuskypride
Spotlight on Megan Brackemyer, one of our amazing school counselors!
Megan is excited about the mentoring program the counselors have been working on this year—they're beginning their pilot program in the third quarter!
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REMINDER: Friday, March 22, is a two-hour early dismissal and the end of our third term! ⏰ #wintersethuskypride
Mr. Heithoff is in need of volunteers for a 7th grade student project on April 19th. The volunteers need to be veterans or active duty who served in the military from anytime between 1990- 2023 and have some sort of connection (weak or strong) to our activities in the Middle East. We would like to have a team of 7th graders interview you about your service. It's preferred that at one time you have lived in Madison County, but any Iowa connection will work. Please email jheithoff@winterset.k12.ia.us for more information.
(Photo from last year's project)
It’s time for a staff spotlight! 🌟 David Courtney II is a Teacher Associate at WMS who loves building connections with the kids. “I love going to the school every day and seeing all the kids smile and laugh,” he says. “All my siblings have gone to Winterset, as well as my mom."
Today's staff spotlight is on Chance Eckles, our High School Bridges Coordinator!
One recent accomplishment he's enjoyed is when his students took part in a course, provided by WeLIFT, to earn a certificate in de-escalation.
Thanks for sharing your story, Chance! 🌟
