In this issue…Student Council Penny Wars to raise money for Rady Children’s Hospital; Valentine’s Day Candy Gram sales start Tuesday, 2/7; parents, last chance to sign up for internet safety presentation on Thursday, 2/9; Admissions Open House on 2/9; new COVID-19 school protocols; high school art students explore Asia printmaking traditions; high school spring Washington, DC, trip deadline approaching; coming soon…Valentine’s Day Bake Sale on Tuesday, 2/14; “Pop” on by with Mary on Tuesday, 2/28; Landmark College Summer Program, mediation status with the City of Del Mar, but first:

Throughout February, The Winston School Student Council will spread the love by collecting coins in a grade-level Penny Wars competition with proceeds to benefit Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. The grade level that collects the most money will nominate a teacher to dress silly for a day!

Student Council will sell Valentine’s Day Candy Grams starting Tuesday, February 7.  Candy conversation hearts and Hershey’s Kisses are for sale for $1.  Accompanied by notes to friends or staff, candy grams will be delivered on Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, February 14.

The San Diego Police Foundation’s award-winning SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices program is coming to The Winston School on Friday, February 10, 2023, for presentations to our middle and high school students. In collaboration with the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (SD-ICAC), topics covered include:

• Cyberbullying

• Privacy

• Computer Security

• Predators

• Sexting

• Identity Theft

• Plagiarism

• Gaming

• Social Networking

• Sex Trafficking

The Winston School has posted a new COVID-19 protocols document available here and on our website. This document is based on the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) COVID-19 Public Health Guidance for K-12 Schools to Support Safe In-Person Learning, 2022-2023 School Year and the relevant school guidance from the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE). Because COVID-19 conditions can shift rapidly, the plan is subject to change based on recommendations or regulations made by CDPH, SDCOE, and the Centers for Disease Control. The Winston School will remain nimble and responsive to dynamic challenges.

Miss Kitty’s high school art students explore ancient Asia printmaking traditions through styrofoam block prints.

Attention Winston High School students! It’s not too late to join your friends and teachers and participate in our spring high school trip to Washington, D.C., from Friday, May 26 to Tuesday, May 30, 2023.

You can find the trip details here or speak to Mrs. Sterling-Torretti. To sign up, visit www.explorica.com/Winston-2023.

Reservations must be secured by Monday, February 20, 2023. Feel free to contact news@thewinstonschool.org if you have any questions.

Join Interim Head of School Mary Sterling-Torretti on Tuesday, February 28, from 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM for “Pop” on By with Mary, sponsored by the Parent Group for this opportunity to engage in an informal question-and-answer discussion and get to know more about our school and our new school leadership.

The Winston School 2022/23 Yearbook will be here in June, packed with pictures and memorable events of the last school year, including dedications to our seniors. If you still need to do so, reserve your copy now for $40 in the front office. The price increases to $50 in May.

Do you know a student who would benefit from a Winston transformative learning experience?  We are the only non-public, in-person diploma-bound program for students with learning differences in San Diego County.  We welcome students all year long with our rolling admissions policy.  Please visit our website to learn more and schedule a personalized tour to see how our innovative teaching methods set us apart while honoring students' strengths, embracing their differences, and becoming valued members of our community.

Saturday School continues tomorrow, February 4, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Students, please enter through the front parking lot wooden gate outside Room 1. Teachers will contact parents if your student’s attendance is required.