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Winkler Weekly Warm-Up March 22rd

Posted Date: 03/22/26 (06:00 PM)
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Winkler Weekly Warm-Up

Connecting the Winkler Family

March 22, 2026
Exterior shot of Winkler Middle School

Note from Mrs. Blanchard

Welcome to this week's edition of the Winkler Warm-Up Newsletter! We're excited to share the latest happenings and updates from our school community to keep you informed and engaged.

This week, we will finish up benchmark testing, have our first spring sports games, and conclude the week by celebrating our Honor Roll students from the third quarter. Additionally, on Thursday, March 26th, students will take the Panorama Student Survey (please see additional information below).
 

Important Dates This Week

Tuesday, March 24th
  • PTSO Spirit Night at Chick-Fil-A (Afton Location) 4-8 pm
Wednesday, March 25th
  • 6-8 Math Benchmark
Thursday March 26h
  • Panorama Student Survey during Pack Time
Friday, March 27th
  • Q3 Honor Roll Celebration during Pack Time *PTSO Volunteers Needed (See Below)
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School News and Updates

Student Wellness Survey Spring 2026: The Student Wellness Survey was developed in partnership with Panorama Education to seek direct student feedback in the following areas: emotional regulation, positive feelings, social awareness, supportive relationships and sense of belonging. Please read the Student Wellness Survey Parent Letters linked below to learn more.


Winkler Middle School students will complete the Student Wellness Survey during Pack Time on Thursday, March 26, 2026. 

You may access the Cabarrus County Schools' Panorama & Student Wellness site to learn more about student wellness and review survey content.

Please reach out to Kristin Lynch, School Counselor, at kristin.lynch@cabarrus.k12.nc.us with any questions. Thank you!
 
Is your child a 6th or 11th grader who needs immunizations to comply with state law? If so, the Cabarrus Health Alliance is holding a school immunization clinic on the following date at our Kannapolis location to provide these vaccines.

Cost: Free for those 18 years and younger who are uninsured or have Medicaid. Cabarrus Health Alliance can file with most private insurances such as United Health Care, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Medcost, and Ambetter. Please call your insurance to make sure we are in network and to confirm benefit coverage.

April 6th, 2026
1:00 PM—3:30 PM

Walk-ins welcome; appointments preferred. Please bring any immunization records with you.
Call 704-920-1205 to schedule an appointment.
 
Electronic Bus Forms: Will be coming on March 30th. Again this year, Cabarrus County Schools will use ParentSquare forms to collect transportation information from families attending CCS during the 2026-27 school year. Bus forms will be available on ParentSquare from March 30th through April 30th. Families must request bus transportation via ParentSquare. After April 30th the electronic form will be closed. 
 

End of Year Dates

End of Year Testing: Our EOG/EOC testing window for the 2025–2026 school year has been set for May 7–May 20. Student attendance during this window is extremely important, so please mark your calendars and plan accordingly.
EOG/EOC Testing Schedule
  1. Thursday, May 7 – Reading EOG (6th–8th Grades)
  2. Friday, May 8 – Math EOG (6th–8th Grades) and Math I EOC
  3. Tuesday, May 12 – Science EOG (8th Grade only)
  4. Thursday, May 14 – Math EOG (7th Grade Math I students only)
Spanish Exam – 8th Grade
  1. All 8th-grade students currently enrolled in Spanish 1 are required to take the end-of-year Spanish exam, which is necessary to receive high school credit.
  2. Spanish Exam Date: Thursday, April 30
 

Athletics This Week

Monday 3/23
Baseball HOME vs. Concord 4:30 pm
Volleyball HOME vs. Concord 4:30 pm
Girls Soccer @ Concord 4:30 pm
Boys Soccer @ Concord 5:30 pm

Tuesday 3/24
Track @ Kannapolis 4:40 pm

Wednesday 3/25
Baseball @ JN Fries 4:30 pm

Thursday 3/26
Baseball HOME vs. Hickory Ridge 4:30 pm
Volleyball HOME Hickory Ridge 4:30 pm
Girls Soccer @ Hickory Ridge 4:30 pm
Boys Soccer @ Hickory Ridge 5:30 pm

📣 NEW Cabarrus County Schools Athletics Event Protocols for Middle Schools ⚾🏐⚽🏃🏻 With middle school spring sports set to kick off another exciting season, here are a few updates to district athletic policies as well as some reminders to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all: 
✅ No Bag Policy – Only diaper bags, and necessary medical supply bags are allowed. These approved bags are subject to search upon entry. 
✅ Wanding – All spectators may be wanded upon entry. 
✅ Digital Tickets Only – Digital tickets for CCS-hosted athletic events can be purchased through gofan.co. Tickets may also be purchased at the gate using a debit or credit card. 
✅ Supervision Required – Students in middle school and younger must be accompanied by an adult. 
✅ No Re-Entry – Once you leave, a new ticket is required for re-entry. 
✅ Sportsmanship Matters – Cheer for your team, respect players, coaches, officials, and fans. 
🎟️ Tickets are available online through GoFan. Arrive early to avoid lines! 
📅 Check your school’s athletic webpage for updates to schedules. 
 

PTSO Information

What is PTSO? PTSO is a school-based group that includes parents, teachers, and students working together to support the school community.

Winkler's PTSO President: Jenn Brazee | 704-798-0018 | jennbrazee@gmail.com

Our wonderful PTSO has been hard at work planning events and supporting our school community! Be sure to check out the PTSO Event Calendar, which will continue to be updated as new events are added. Upcoming events include:
  • Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A (Afton Location) on March 24 from 4–8 PM
  • Quarter 3 Honor Roll Celebration on March 27 with a Donuts and Dunks theme

Next PTSO Meeting: Monday, April 20 @ 7 pm, in the Media Center or virtually. Parents are always welcome to attend and get involved!
Volunteers are needed on Friday, March 27th as we celebrate our Q3 Honor Roll students with a fun “Dunks & Doughnuts” event! 🍩🏀

We have 307 students who made Honor Roll—help us celebrate their hard work! ⭐ The PTSO is on the search for amazing parents/guardians to help pass out treats and keep the fun going in the gym from 9:00–9:40 AM—that’s just 40 minutes of your time! Your support makes these celebrations possible, and our students love it! 🎉
Sign up here:
HWMS PTSO Website
 

IB Updates

  • IB Community Projects- Our eighth-grade students are currently working on their IB Community Projects. The Community Project is an opportunity to use what students have learned in years 1 and 2 of the MYP to determine a problem in a community and ways they can help. Students work in groups (of no more than 3 students) to research a problem, plan a way to help, carry out their plan, and reflect on what they have learned from the process. Eighth graders will continue to work on their projects this upcoming Wednesday and Thursday during their Social Studies classes.
  • Please see the flyers for our students' projects and join in supporting them! - Community Project Events
  • Save the Date: Our Community Project Showcase will take place on Thursday, April 2nd. This will be an opportunity for our 8th Graders to present their projects to the 6th and 7th Graders.

The March IB Learner Profile Attribute is: Risk-Taker
"We approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change."
 
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Positivity Project This Week

This year, Cabarrus County Schools will continue implementing the social-emotional learning program called Positivity Project. All students in grades K - 12 will be focusing on one skill each week.
This Week's P2 Topic: Spirit Week
 

School Contacts

Jessica Blanchard, Principal | School Leadership Team, PTSO | Jessica.Blanchard@cabarrus.k12.nc.us 
Benjamin Pitts, 6th Grade Assistant Principal | School Safety | Benjamin.Pitts@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Lynnette Antwi, 7th Grade Assistant Principal | Student Scheduling | Lynnette.Antwi@cabarrus.k12.nc.us 
Mary Ann Mundt, 8th Grade Assistant Principal | Transportation, Facilities | Mary.Mundt@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Penny Shealy, Data Manager | Updated Student Information & Address Changes | Penelope.Shealy@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Rina Rodriguez, Registrar | New Student Registration, Student Transfer | Rina.Rodriguez@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Kristin Lynch, 6th Grade Counselor | Student Services Inquires, 504 Inquiries | Kristin.Lynch@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Hannah Caleffie, 7th Grade Counselor | Student Services Inquires, 504 Inquiries | Hannah.Caleffie@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Christine Bevan, 8th Grade Counselor | Student Services Inquires, 504 Inquiries | Christine.Bevan@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Jerome Davis, Athletic Director | Athletics, Sports Participation Criteria | Dean.Davis@cabarrus.k12.nc.us 
Andrea Kiser, IB Coordinator | IB, Program Choice, Student Clubs | Andrea.Kiser@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Amy Corriher, Instructional Technology Facilitator | Technology, Chromebook Questions | Amy.Corriher@cabarrus.k12.nc.us 
Madison Liddle, EC Lead | IEP Inquires or Questions | Madison.Liddle@cabarrus.k12.nc.us 
Anne-Marie Sarvis, School Social Worker | School Social Work Inquires, Attendance Letters/Conferences | AnneMarie.Sarvis@cabarrus.k12.nc.us