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Winona Area Public Schools

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At Winona Area Public Schools, we inspire curiosity, empower resiliency and engage community.

10/30/2026

Two teachers. Same passion. One well-deserved honor!

Tommy Sawyer brings endless enthusiasm and positivity. Cody Weadge brings dad jokes and a classroom philosophy summed up in two words: "Confusion Rocks."

Both teach social studies at Winona Middle School, love the Green Bay Packers and believe building relationships with students is just as important as the lessons they teach.

And now they share another distinction: They are the 2026 Winona Education Association Teachers of the Year!

The two were surprised with the honor Friday afternoon during a combined classroom activity at the middle school.

Together, they help make Winona Middle School a place where students feel welcomed, valued and excited to learn.

Congratulations to Tommy and Cody! Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students every day.

10/30/2026

Modern careers increasingly require employees to use specialized equipment, software and digital systems.

WAPS has worked with local businesses, higher-education partners and community members through the Forging a Future initiative to rebuild and reimagine Career and Technical Education.

The levy will support eligible CTE equipment, software, infrastructure, licenses, maintenance and training. This could help students explore pathways in manufacturing, engineering, construction, agriculture, business, family and consumer sciences and other fields.

Check out this video, made by our Tech Nest students, and visit winonaschools.org/levy to learn more.

10/30/2026

The winter sports Parent-Athlete-Coach meeting is set for Monday night at the WSHS Auditorium.

General meeting at 6 p.m.
Team-specific meeting at 7 p.m.

10/30/2026

Join us tonight!

10/30/2026

We've got some cross country runners heading to the state meet!

The Winhawks boys placed second as a team to qualify as a team for the sixth year in a row. It is the 37th time either a boys or girls team will compete at state, and the 21st time the boys team did it.

Kedrick Boucek was the top boys finisher in 15:59.9 to claim the individual section title. Phineas Van Fossen was fourth, Quinn Wangberg was 14th and Peter Holey was 17th.

The girls finished one spot away from qualifying as a team, but will be sending three runners as individuals. Qualifying were: Izzy Katwa (6th place), Lauren Heltemes (10th) and Elsa Heinrichs (11th).

The state meet is next Saturday, Nov. 7 at Majestic Oaks Golf Club in Ham Lake.

10/30/2026

The Winona Senior High School and Winona Middle School student councils are excited to host their annual Herky Turkey Thanksgiving Community Dinner on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

This FREE Thanksgiving meal is our way of bringing together retirees, senior citizens and veterans in our community for good food, good company and a little Winhawk hospitality!

🍽️ Wednesday, Nov. 11
⏰ 4:45–6 p.m.
📍 Winona Senior High School

There are three ways to enjoy your meal:

🦃 Dine in: Join us in the WSHS Concourse.

🚗 Drive through: Pick up your meal beginning at 5:15 p.m. (Please do not arrive early.)

🏠 Delivery: Available for homebound retirees and senior citizens between 5 and 6 p.m. Someone must be home to receive the meal.

Reservations are REQUIRED and must be made by Friday, Nov. 6.

📞 Call 507-494-8069 to reserve your meal. Reservations are limited to four dinners per phone number, address or car. Meals are limited, so don't miss out!

The dinner is FREE, but free-will donations are always appreciated.

A big thank you to our student councils for continuing this wonderful tradition of giving back to the Winona community! 🧡

10/29/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

Winona Area Public Schools has some of the lowest school property taxes in the region.

According to the Pay 2026 School Tax Report, the school tax bill on a home valued at $250,000 in Winona is approximately $694 annually. That's lower than St. Charles, Caledonia, Wabasha-Kellogg, La Crescent-Hokah, Rushford-Peterson, Lewiston-Altura and Houston.

On Nov. 3, voters will decide whether to renew the district's Capital Projects Levy for another 10 years. The proposal would maintain the same voter-approved tax rate while providing additional funding for school safety, technology, cybersecurity and career-ready learning.

If approved, the estimated tax impact on a $250,000 home would be approximately $75 per year, an increase of $30 from the current levy. That would still land Winona behind six other districts in school taxes.

Learn more about the proposal, its financial impact and what the funding supports at winonaschools.org/levy.

10/29/2026

Putting the "I" in KIND at Winona Middle School.

For Unity Day, our Winhawks at WMS celebrated kindness, inclusion, and the important role each of us plays in making our school a place where everyone belongs. The “I” in KIND reminds us that it starts with each of us. Through our words, actions, and choices, we can make a difference and help everyone feel welcomed, valued, and included.

Together, we stand united against bullying and choose kindness every day!

10/29/2026

This week’s remembers the Class of 2000. This was taken during Winterfest week. See any familiar faces? Tag and share!

10/29/2026

We’re going to the Bank!

The Winhawks boys soccer team knocked off St Paul Como Park 1-0 in the Class AA state quarterfinals tonight in Farmington.

Up next? Either Blake or Mankato West at 12:30 pm Wednesday at US Bank Stadium.

Address

903 Gilmore Avenue
Winona, MN
55987

Opening Hours

Monday	6am - 10pm
Tuesday	6am - 10pm
Wednesday	6am - 10pm
Thursday	6am - 10pm
Friday	6am - 10pm
Saturday	7am - 4pm

Website

http://www.WinonaSchools.org/

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