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McNair Principal Sean Monahan braves the cold with some Jean McNair students. Welcome to Winnebago CUSD #323

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Our core beliefs and values The following belief statements describe deeply held beliefs that influence our actions in Winnebago District 323:

  • We believe that children are the hope and future of our world; therefore our primary function is to educate all students for a successful future.
  • We believe that excellence is achieved through a rigorous and engaging curriculum and structured activities beyond the classroom.
  • We believe every child deserves quality teachers.
  • We believe measurement of progress is essential to achieve improvement.
  • We believe that teaching and learning flourish in a safe, clean, disciplined, and nurturing environment.
  • We believe that family, school, and community are vital partners in the learning process.
  • We believe that all individuals deserve respect and are responsible for their own actions.
  • We believe that we are responsible to our community to provide prudent fiscal management.

Directions to Rock Falls HS Football Field - Sept. 3

Submitted by MaherS on 09/01/2010 at 1:07 pm

Pack your bags Indian fans and get ready to head to Rock Falls on Fri., Sept. 3 for the football game.  The FS game will begin at 5:15pm with the varstiy to follow.  The Rock Falls football field is not located at the high school.  Please reference the following directions and GO BAGO!!!

 

508 15th Ave. Rock Falls, Illinois 61071

WMS hosts annual garage sale Oct. 9

Submitted by CunninghamM on 09/01/2010 at 9:04 am

The Winnebago Middle School will be holding its ninth annual garage sale on Sat., Oct.9, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m at the Winnebago Middle School, 407 North Elida, Winnebago.  Most items will be sold for 50 cents.  Fill a bag for $1 starting at 10:00 a.m. 

Volunteers needed in Dorothy Simon Library

Submitted by CunninghamM on 08/31/2010 at 7:27 am

First, second and third graders will be taking MAP tests in September

Submitted by CunninghamM on 08/31/2010 at 7:17 am

During the months of September, January and May, first, second and third graders will take tests called Measures of Academic Progress(MAP). The school gives MAP test to determine the child's instructional level and to measure academic growth from year to year in the areas of mathematics, reading and language use. Students will take the tests on a computer.

Dorothy Simon Picture Day Sept. 16

Submitted by CunninghamM on 08/31/2010 at 7:11 am

Dorothy Simon will taking Fall Pictures on Thurs., Sept. 16. Watch your student's back pack for more information.

Sports & Shorts - Aug 30

Submitted by MaherS on 08/30/2010 at 9:29 am

If Monday wasn't enough to be excited about today marks the return of Sports & Shorts! That's right, after a three month hiatus, extensive wise crack training with Dave Barry, and a guest appearance on Oprah everyone's favorite weekly recap is back.

Jean McNair monthly lunch menus

Submitted by CunninghamM on 08/27/2010 at 5:21 pm

Jean McNair's monthly lunch menus will not be sent home with your child this year. The menus can be accessed at the www.winnebagoschools.org, on the right hand side under School Calendars.

Parent/Student Handbook on school website

Submitted by CunninghamM on 08/27/2010 at 5:18 pm

This year the Jean McNair Parent/Student Handbook has been posted on the school website.

Jean McNair Book Fair Sept. 7 - 10

Submitted by CunninghamM on 08/27/2010 at 5:13 pm

In addition to the PTO celebration and open house Tues., Sept. 7 the Jean McNair library will be open from 6 - 7:30 p.m. for the annual Book Fair. Please plan to stop in the library after visiting classrooms to browse and purchase books and related items. The Book Fair will be open Tues., Sept. 7 - Fri., Sept. 10 during school hours from 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Jean McNair Needs Volunteers

Submitted by pto on 08/24/2010 at 3:41 pm

A PTO parent volunteer form will be coming home with Jean McNair students very soon. It is important that the school has volunteers for Jean McNair Elementary for the 2010-2011 school year. If you have already filled out a form and returned it, thank you! If you have not and would still like to volunteer, please do so and return it as soon as possible.

Event fees increase for 2010 - 2011 school year

Submitted by CunninghamM on 08/19/2010 at 11:46 am

During the May 2010 board meeting a motion to increase event fees for both WHS and WMS events was approved. The new fees are as follows.

Winnebago High School Event Fees

  • $3 - Senior Citizens not holding Gold Cards
  • $3 - Students
  • $4 - Adults

Winnebago Middle School Event Fees

PTO hosts Back to School Celebration

Submitted by CunninghamM on 08/19/2010 at 9:42 am

Winnebago PTO is excited to present their Back to School Celebration and Open House. Bring the family along with your lawn chairs and blankets and join the PTO for dinner on the lawn of the school from 5- 6:00 p.m. After dinner, the building will be opened and families can get to know the teachers and the facilities.

WINNEBAGO HIGH SCHOOL

200 East McNair Road
Winnebago, IL 61088


Phone: 815.335.2336
Fax: 815.335.7548

Attendance Hours: 7:50 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.
Office Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.


Principal: Beth Summers
Asst. Principal: Cathy Finley
Activities Director: Shawn Maher
Guidance Counselor: Dana Kline Students A-L
Guidance Counselor: Lorie Weinrich Students M-Z
Nurse: Mary Kate Skaggs