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Temperatures are freezing outside ❄️, but inside, our students are turning up the heat! From imaginative play building SEL skills to exploring STEM concepts with LEGO and Magna-Tiles, indoor recess is now linked to learning and packed with fun! 🔥 #weareWINdsor 👐🏽 (We ♥️ to see it OE!!)

🎓✨ WHS Alumni Panel Inspires the Class of 2025! Last week, Windsor High School hosted an amazing Alumni Panel featuring some of our outstanding graduates who are thriving in college and beyond! Alumni shared advice on: ✅ Time management 🕒 ✅ Course load expectations 📚 ✅ Making connections and friendships 🤝 ✅ How WHS prepared them for success 🎯 Panelists like Cierra Lazu (URI Surf Club 🌊) and Yalani Perez (Massage Therapy 💆‍♀️) showed us how stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to incredible opportunities and personal growth. 🧡 A big thank you to the WHS Counseling Department and moderator Roxanne Atterbury-Whyne for organizing this impactful event, and to Dana Fudge for her inspiring words! 💬 👀 Read more about this awesome event here: https://www.windsorct.org/o/whs/article/1948184 #WindsorHighSchool #ClassOf2025 #AlumniPanel #WeAreWINdsor 👐🏽

Happy Monday! 🧪🥼 Sage Park students are diving into project-based STEM learning, and it’s a perfect example of how Thinking Groups build confidence and connection. Peer-to-peer learning creates space for students to ask questions, share ideas, and give meaningful feedback. That’s the power of our Instructional Core Wheel in action! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

Thinking Classrooms are thriving at JFK, where the 3 C’s—conversation, critical thinking, and collaboration—take center stage! Shoutout to Mrs. Hincks, our instructional coach, for empowering educators and working directly with students to bring STEM and high-quality Tier 1 learning to life. Your leadership is transforming classrooms into hubs of innovation and engagement! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

There’s nothing like the energy of a new year—hallways buzzing, minds ready to grow, and hearts full of possibilities! 🧠✨ #ThinkingThursday: With the Instructional Core Wheel guiding the way, we’re here to develop the genius in every child. Let’s make this year one of critical thinking, collaboration, and inspired learning. #weareWINdsor 👐🏽 (📸 We ♥️ to see it POQ and OE!)

Shoutout to the incredible families who made last night’s Winter Wonderland unforgettable! ❄️💙 Your energy, laughter, and joy are what make our community shine brighter. Here’s to celebrating together and creating memories that last a lifetime! 🫶🏾✨ #weareWINdsor

Last night’s Winter Wonderland was nothing short of magical—a true testament to the power of partnership! 🎄 Together, @windsorctrec and our Office of Family & Community Partnerships (OFCP) are building stronger bonds for our community. Here’s to many more moments like this! 🫶🏾✨ #weareWINdsor

🎄 December BOE Recap: The night began with holiday cheer as our BOE members received gifts from No Limits Laser Engraving, a student-run business by CBTA/SPARK! 🎁 Need last-minute gifts? Contact Marjorie Renno at mrenno@windsorct.org. ✨ Chief of Staff Danielle Batchelder shared Budget Assumptions for 2025-26 to prepare for budget season. Happy Holidays from the Windsor Board of Education! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

Our WPS cabinet members celebrated our incredible Central Office team at our annual holiday luncheon! 🎉🎄 Behind every successful school day are the dedicated departments and individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our district running smoothly. From operations and HR to finance, PSES, food services, maintenance, technology, and curriculum support—you are the heartbeat that allows our leaders, teachers, and staff to focus on what matters most: our students and community. ❤️✨ #weareWINdsor

Windsor High School Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Pierce delivered an unforgettable performance with “Electrifying Elements Feats and Festivities!”🎻✨ From timeless classics to surprise solo electric strings with acoustic orchestra performances of In Winter, Last Christmas, and All I Want for Christmas Is You, our students wowed the crowd! 🎄We look forward to continuing the holiday cheer with the Band concert this Thursday at 7PM! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

Thank you to our families and stakeholders for coming out to our December Coffee Talk with Dr. Hill! 🎄☕️ Problem-solving in real time with the Superintendent is the gift that keeps on giving. Together, we make WPS stronger. #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

🎄 The countdown to the holidays is on—just 4 more days until break! 🌍 #TeachingTuesday: Teachers are keeping the momentum strong with culturally relevant, authentic lessons that challenge students to think critically and engage deeply. It’s all part of the magic of the Instructional Core Wheel, making every learning moment count! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽.

The night wouldn’t have been complete without our Senior Spotlights! A standout moment included Dr. White’s return to the stage for a special duet with ✨Alex Inyatkin. Shoutout to these talented seniors who delivered unforgettable performances: 🎤 Josiah Sosa 🎵 Andrea Reyes-Galarza 💫 Makenzie Swaby Bravo to all for making it a night to remember! 🖤✨ #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

We are still on a high from last Thursday! Our Windsor High School award-winning choral department dazzled with “The Gift of Music” winter concert! Featuring the Chamber Choir, Teens of Praise Gospel Choir, and Combined Choir. Bravo to all performers! 🖤🎶 #weareWINdsor 👐🏽 🎻🎺 Don’t miss more musical magic:: • 🎷 Band Concert: Thursday at 7 PM

What an incredible season for the Windsor Warriors! 🏈 A 12-1 record and a state championship battle to remember. Special shoutout to John Manning for his heroic performance in the final game, showing true Warrior spirit. 💪🏽 📰Read the full recap here: https://www.windsorct.org/article/1927069 #GoWarriors ❤️🖤 #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

Good Morning. Due to the weather, all Windsor Public Schools and offices are on a 2- hour delayed opening today, Monday, December 16th. There will be No Pre-K AM Program. Windsor High School will open at 9:35 A.M. Sage Park Middle School will open at 10:05 A.M. Elementary Schools will open at 10:40 A.M. Tree House Programs will open at 8:00 A.M. -WPS Communications

💡 #ThinkingThursday: At Oliver Ellsworth, even our youngest learners in Pre-K through 2nd grade are diving into thinking tasks that challenge and inspire! Teachers are giving students exciting options to process, create, and learn, all guided by our Instructional Core Wheel. The possibilities are endless! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽 📸: We ♥️ to see it OE!

🎉 Shoutout to our incredible Sage Park Leadership group! Yesterday, these middle schoolers put their SEL skills into action at Oliver Ellsworth, running welcome circles, reading holiday stories, and creating arts & crafts with OE kindergarteners.💫 We ♥️ to see it! #LeadershipInAction #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

🏆 A big shoutout to all of our Fall sports teams! Your commitment on and off the field inspires us daily. 🙌🏽 To our coaches and families, thank you for your unwavering support. From state championship contenders to record-setters and all-team mentions—#Warriors, we couldn’t be prouder! 💪🏽❤️ And a special shoutout to our seniors who graced us with their presence one last time. Your leadership, talent, and passion have left a lasting legacy. Thank you for the memories! ♥️♥️ #weareWINdsor 👐🏽 #FallSportsAwards

🎓 #MissionMonday: As the year wraps up, we’re proud of the strides made in developing the genius in every child. The Instructional Core Wheel continues to guide us as we look forward to a new year! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽 📸We ♥️ to see it Poquonock!