Mr. Carter was nominated for a Tiger Award by Mrs. Minor for being a great role model. Carter follows directions quickly and is polite and respectful to students and staff. Carter called his father to give him the good news! #WinfieldScottFS #LeadingbyExample
Miss Peyton is a hard worker. She tries her best in class and is always willing to help others. Peyton was nominated for a Tiger Award by her classroom teacher, Mrs. Minor. #WinfieldScottFS #WorkHardPlayHard
Miss Kently was nominated for a Tiger Award by Mrs. Nation for helping out peers and staff members. She is always kind to others. If she sees another student have a tough day, Kently will help them and make them feel better. She is a great role model. #WinfieldScottFS #RoleModel
Mr. Benzley gives his best effort at school. He shows kindness and is very respectful to staff and his peers. He listens well and follows directions in class. Benzley was able to call dad and give him the great news! #WinfieldScottFS #HardWorker
Miss Isla is very helpful in class. She assists her teacher, peers, and other adults. She always has a positive attitude and a kind heart. She gets to start out the week with a Tiger Award! #WinfieldScottFS #Selfless
Miss Audrey can be counted on to listen and follow directions. She is great at participating in class and is always ready to give an answer. Her great effort resulted in a Tiger Award from Mrs. Cox and Mrs. Stark. #WinfieldScottFS #Dependable
Some fun learning going on at Winfield Scott: STEM activities in Mrs. Singmaster's class and Mrs. Tourtillott and Tuck's classes making snowmen! #WinfieldScottFS #LetItSnow
Miss Riley always comes to school ready to learn and greets her teachers and peers. She is dependable, tries her best in class, and uses good manners at school. #WinfieldScottFS #PositiveAttitude
Miss Kimmi is polite and respectful. She takes pride in her school work. Her teachers love having her in their class. Amazing job, Kimmi! #WinfieldScottFS
Mr. Luke does great following directions and helping out his friends. He is a hard worker and tries his best, even when it is difficult for him. He is a great example of our character word of the month, willpower. #WinfieldScottFS #determination
Please check out our January Newsletter! Some updates and important reminders are included.
We had 134 students with perfect attendance for the second quarter! In the time of covid that is a pretty big deal! :) #WinfieldScottFS
Mr. Lucian got a tiger award on pajama day! We can always count on him to be kind, helpful, and make good choices. Way to go, Lucian!!
Mr. Jimmie has really "wowed" his teacher, Miss Durossette over the last month with his kind heart. He has been an amazing friend to his classmates. Way to be a leader, Jimmie! #WinfieldScottFS #NoGrinchHere
Mr. Eli received a Tiger Award from his teacher, Mrs. Knopp, for exhibiting strong leadership traits. Eli always holds the door open for others and works hard in the classroom to excel in his academics. #WinfieldScottFS #LeadingByExample
Second grade classes went to Medicalodges last week and sang Christmas carols to the residents there. Great job spreading Christmas joy to others! #WinfieldScottFS #JingleBells
Mr. Myron always shows respect towards adults and peers. He makes good choices and follows directions in class. #WinfieldScottFS #RoleModel
Mr. Greyson was nominated for the Tiger Award by Mrs. Nation for always following directions and doing the right thing in the cafeteria and library. He is a great role model for his fellow students and represents the character traits we love at Winfield Scott very well! #WinfieldScottFS #GreatLittleCitizens
Miss Emersyn and Miss Madison received Tiger Awards for always being willing to help their peers in the classroom when they finish their work early. They are very kind, considerate, and show great leadership at school. Great job, girls! #WinfieldScottFS #DynamicDuo
Mr. Jackson saw a friend who was hurt and helped the friend up. He stayed with his friend until they felt better. We are proud of you, Jackson!! #kindness
Aiden demonstrated kindness and leadership by letting another student sit by the window at lunch because he knew that student really liked to look outside. He's a great friend and nice to others. Due to his actions, he has a brand new Tiger Award! #WinfieldScottFS #SelflessService
Mrs. Gulager's class participated in the KVC Holiday Hero Program. They selected a foster child from SE Kansas to "adopt" this Christmas. They collected money donations and were able to purchase several gifts. We are so proud of them for making this project so successful! #WinfieldScottFS
Mr. Dylan was nominated for a Tiger Award for showing kindness and respect to his classmates by sharing classroom materials and toys with his peers before he used them. He has great manners and always speaks at an appropriate level. #WinfieldScottFS #FunFriday
Miss Lila was nominated by Mrs. Wilson in the cafeteria for always saying please and thank you in the lunch line and being very patient while waiting in line to receive her lunch. We love to hear those great manners at Winfield Scott!! #WinfieldScottFS #MannersMatter
Miss Avery is an amazing helper and listener in class. Mrs. Singmaster says she can always count on Avery to do the right thing the first time she is asked. For that, she earned a Tiger Award! #WinfieldScottFS #MakingGoodChoices
Mr. Charlie received a Tiger Award from Miss Karen in the cafeteria for always being kind and respectful during lunch. He always says "yes, please" and "no, thank you" in the serving line. Great job, Charlie. #WinfieldScottFS #GoodMannersGoodKids
Mr. Benzley is always respectful. He makes great choices and is kind to everyone! Way to go! #WinfieldScottFS
Mr. Kayden received a Tiger Award from Mrs. Durossette. She stated, "Kayden has the kindest and most pure heart! He always thinks of others' feelings! Kayden you are awesome!" Great job, Kayden! #WinfieldScottFS #LittleKidsBigHearts
Miss Kently sets a good example for her classmates and always encourages them to make good choices. Way to go, Kently! #learnerstodayleaderstomorrow
Mr. Paul received a Tiger Award for helping a friend get off the equipment at recess and line up. He comforted him and showed caring. He was a good friend! #WinfieldScottFS #LittleManBigHeart
Miss Gracelynn is very polite and kind to everyone at Winfield Scott. She always makes great choices no matter what! For that, she earned a Tiger Award! #WinfieldScottFS #GoodManners
Miss Maxine always follows the rules. She is kind to others, respectful and responsible. #respect #WinfieldScottFS
Mr. Hudson’s teacher can count on him to follow directions and be a good example for his friends. Great job!! #learnerstodayleaderstomorrow
Mr. Cooper was nominated for a Tiger Award by his teacher, Mrs. Terry. He is an amazing role model for his peers and always makes good choices. He is a great friend and is very kind to others. Awesome job, Cooper! #WinfieldScottFS #LeadingByExample
Mr. Easton is kind and helpful. He picks up trash and messes that aren’t his own even when he thinks no one is watching. What a leader!! #WinfieldScottFS #learnerstodayleaderstomorrow
Mr. Kingsley always shows kindness to his friends. He is helpful and always cheers them on. Awesome job, Kingsley! #WinfiledScottFS #kindfriendsarethebestfriends
Mr. Charlie is polite and respectful and always says please and thank you. He helps classmates when they have difficulties with their iPads or math. Great job, Charlie! #WinfieldScottFS #SpookyGood
Mr. David received a Tiger Award for sharing with his friends during math group. He always tries his best in class and works hard to get better. #WinfieldScottFS #kindness
Miss Jacelyn was nominated for a Tiger Award by her teacher, Mrs. Tourtillott, for always being kind to other students and offering help to students in need. Her actions set a great example for other students in her class and as a role model at school. #WinfieldScottFS #kindhearted
Mr. Cooper received a Tiger Award for exhibiting kindness and good manners. He always has a smile on his face and is kind to both peers and adults. He also has a great sense of humor and brings lots of laughter to Mrs. Newell's class. #WinfieldScottFS #kindness
Miss Sarah received a Tiger Award for showing kindness and respect to her classmates and always being willing to share. She is a great example of our character word of the month, kindness. #WinfieldScottFS #kindnessmatters
No school tomorrow - Friday, October 23rd.
Miss Keira showed kindness to a friend while playing a game. She let her friend go first! Way to go, Keira!! #kindfriendsarethebestfriends
Miss Charlette shows kindness by helping out students and staff members in the cafeteria. She is always looking out for others and is a great role model for her peers. #WinfieldScottFS #kindness
Miss Amelia is such a hard worker. She comes to school every day excited and ready to learn. Thanks for being awesome!!
Miss Oliviette’s teachers are so glad to have her in class! She is kind and helpful and follows directions! What a great student and friend!
We are sad that we can't bring parents to PE this year due to covid. However, we know how much our students and families love PE. So this year we are asking our students to bring PE to their family. Check out the link below or Seesaw for more information. Feel free to tag us or post to our Facebook page any pictures or vides of your family joining in the fun! #FamiliesLovePE #WinfieldScottFS
https://www.activeschoolsus.org/campaigns/
Miss Kynley was a great friend to a couple students that were having trouble walking in line. She is always willing to help students at staff at school! #WinfieldScottFS #lineleader
Mr. Kyser is kind and always takes time to help others. He is a great friend and a great student. Way to go, Kyser!! #WinfieldScottFS #learnerstodayleaderstomorrow
Miss Maci is a very kind and caring student. She helped a classmate that was having a rough day. Maci sets a great example for other students to follow! #WinfieldScottFS #kindness
Mr. Paxton walks a kindergarten student into the building and to breakfast every day. He shows kindness to students daily. Excellent job! #learnerstodayleaderstomorrow #kindness
Reminder: There is no school tomorrow, Friday, October 16th. It is a teacher work day for USD 234. Enjoy the fall like temperatures this weekend!
Thank you to the Fort Scott Fire Department for visiting Winfield Scott and teaching our students about fire safety, how firemen do their jobs, and all the tools and equipment they use to help save lives. You guys are awesome! #WinfieldScottFS @FortScottFireDepartment
Miss Lily saw a new student who was confused and comforted her and helped her get to class. Lily was very kind and gave her encouragement to help the student have a great start to her first day! #WinfieldScottFS #kindness
Miss Ava is a very kind and compassionate helper in her classroom. What a sweet friend! #kindness #WinfieldScottFS
Mr. Knox received a Tiger Award for helping to pick up playground equipment at the end of recess and making sure other students don't forget their personal belongings outside. He is always looking out for his peers! #WinfieldScottFS #responsibility
Mr. Trey was nominated for a Tiger Award by Mrs. Travis for always helping/teaching other students when they get stuck doing their work. He puts others before himself in the classroom and at recess and is a great role model for his peers. #WinfieldScottFS #SelflessService
Today is Fairy Tale Friday in first grade. They are having a fun-filled day!
Mr. Luke showed kindness in his classroom today. He saw chairs that needed pushed in and he pushed them in without being asked. He told me it was so that no one would trip. Great job, Luke!! #kindness
Miss Kadence received a Tiger Award for helping other classmates with directions and being a good helper for Mrs. Knopp when she needs it. We love it when our tiger cubs grow as leaders! #WinfieldScottFS #leadingbyexample
Miss Beighlor was a great friend. She showed kindness to a classmate that was sad. Way to go!! #kindfriendsarethebestfriends
Miss Laney showed kindness to a friend who was sad and helped them feel better. What a great friend!! #kindness #WinfieldScottFS
Reminder: in case you missed it, ALL students can eat breakfast and lunch free of charge until December or the funding runs out. We will give plenty of warning if/when breakfast and lunches start costing our students.
It is a gorgeous day to have lunch outside with your friends!! Because of early release day our students have sack lunches and are eating with their classroom in different locations around the building.
Miss Abi was nominated for a Tiger Award by her teacher, Mrs. Cross, for always using her manners, being polite to staff members, and being kind to her peers. This month's character word is kindness and she is an awesome example of it. Good job, Abi! #WinfieldScottFS #kindnessisinfectious
Mr. Wesley is always respectful at breakfast and lunch, uses his manners when speaking to cafeteria staff, and throws away his trash without making a mess. He chose a movie ticket voucher for his prize! #WinfieldScottFS #pleaseandthankyou
Miss Eastyn received a Tiger Award for being very kind to her classmates, complimenting them when they do well, and helping them everyday. She's a great example to the other students in her class! #WinfieldScottFS #kindnessmatters
Mr. Cole showed kindness to a friend by helping them log in to Lexia on their iPad. Great job!! #kindness
Miss Allie and Mr. Kade were both recognized by their teacher for showing kindness. Kade always works well with others and Allie always follows directions quickly. They wanted their picture together! Way to go you two!! #WinfieldScottFS #kindness
Miss Ariana showed kindness to a friend. Her class was on a nature walk and she found a leaf that she really liked. When a friend liked the leaf too she decided to give it to her friend. Wow! #kindfriendsarethebestfriends #kindness
Miss Tessa was nominated for a Tiger Award by Mrs. Minor. She is always willing to help out and puts forth great effort in the classroom. She's a great role model for other students at Winfield Scott!
First graders could not travel to the pumpkin patch this year so the first grade teachers, parent volunteers, and community brought the pumpkin patch to us!
Mr. Barret is an amazing student! He listens, follows directions, works hard and is helpful. His teacher is so happy to have him in class. Way to go, Barret!
While we can’t gather in the gym each morning we still have morning announcements together on zoom. We play music to start the day, wish students and staff happy birthday, talk about our character words and say the flag salute together. The students love seeing the other classrooms!
We are so thankful for our supportive community. We’d like to say a big thank you to Highway 3 for donating a bag for every student to keep their PE and Music supplies in. #tigerpride #thankful
October is National Principal's Month! USD 234 is so thankful for the leadership and dedication our principals bring to our schools. Be sure to give them a big THANK YOU especially during this time when school is not what they are used to leading.
Please check out our October newsletter!
Halloween party updates: students will arrive at school in costume. Masks must be worn with all costumes even under plastic masks. Students should have regular clothes under their costume or a change of clothes in their bag. PTO will be coordinating a prepackaged snack, drink, and goody bag for each student. If your child is asked to bring an item they will need to carry it into the school. No adults will be allowed to attend the parties. We plan to record the students in their costumes and share with classrooms to watch and post on Facebook for family and friends. Thanks for being understanding as we try our best to stay safe and have fun!
USD 234 is also looking for substitute cooks, along with paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, substitute paraprofessionals, and substitute bus drivers. You can apply online at https://usd234.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
If you have questions about these positions, please contact the board office at 620-223-0800.
We aren't sure who was more excited this morning . . . staff, students, or parents!! We are off to a great start today. We are ready to make this an awesome year! #WinfieldScottFS
We are so excited to see our students tomorrow! Here are a few reminders and helpful tips:
-7:30 is the time you may begin dropping off your student. No parents/guardians will be allowed into the building.
-masks must be worn by all students (we have extra if you don't have one yet)
-all students will get a water bottle tomorrow. The water fountains will not be in use this year, only the bottle fillers. Water bottles will be necessary each day.
-please send your student in tennis shoes every day
-if you have (or can make) a name tag for your student for the first day or two that will be helpful to staff.
We are working hard to make this year the best it can be. Thank you for your help and support! #WinfieldScottFS
Please check out our September 2020 Newsletter!
