Harold E. Winkler Middle School, An IB World School
We are a community committed to growing and learning together.
October 5, 2025
Harold E. Winkler Middle School, An IB World School
We are a community committed to growing and learning together.
October 5, 2025
Hello, Winkler Families!
As we wrap up the end of the quarter this coming week, we're reflecting on what a wonderful quarter it has been - full of learning, growth, and memorable moments!
Last week was especially exciting with Spirit Week! Students enjoyed themed days, a lively parade, a high-energy pep rally, and a spirit competition that really brought our school community together. In addition to the fun, students did a fantastic job staying focused during testing, and we’re proud of their effort and resilience.
Please note that we have our Math Benchmark Test coming up this Tuesday. Thank you for helping your child come to school well-rested and ready to do their best.
We’re looking forward to finishing the quarter strong!
With Winkler Pride,
Rebecca Phillips
October 7th-
Math Benchmark Testing (All students in 6th, 7th, and 8th)
Winkler Skate Night @ Frye's Roller Rink (Sponsored by PTSO)
October 10th-
End of 1st Quarter
PBIS Incentive
Early Release for Students @ 1:00pm
October 13th- Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
October 15th- Fall Picture Day
October 17th- PJ Day Fundraiser Sponsored by 8th Grade ($2)
October 20th- PTSO Meeting (All Are Welcome In-Person or Virtually) @ 7:00pm
October 21st- Winkler Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A
Winter 1 Sports Tryouts- Four sports are offered during the Winkler 1 sports season: 7th Grade Cheerleading, 7th Grade Girls Basketball, 8th Grade Girls Basketball, and Wrestling. Tryouts for Winter 1 sports will be held on October 14th - 16th from 4:00pm-6:00pm. All athletes’ parents/guardians will need to register their student athlete on the Dragonfly Platform. This can be found on the Winkler Middle School Athletics webpage. All student athletes must be registered through the DragonFly Platform AND a current physical must be on file before participating in any tryouts. A sports physical must be conducted and signed by a physician and stamped with the facility that is seeing the child.
Winkler Skate Night @ Frye's Roller Rink- PTSO is hosting the first Winkler Skate Night of the year this Tuesday, October 7th, from 6:30-8:30pm. Students are able to enter the skating rink for $7.50 and are then able to rent skates, if needed, for $5. Please see the flyer below for more info. We hope to see you all there on Tuesday evening!
Benchmark Testing- Students will continue benchmark testing this week. Students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade will complete the Math benchmark assessment on Tuesday, October 7th. We ask that students bring in wired headphones/earbuds to use while testing during the dates listed below. (Wireless headphones/airpods are not permitted at school.)
Early Release this Friday, October 10th- On Friday, October 10th, students will be dismissing from school at 1:00pm. Buses will run routes as normal, however, arrival times to homes will be pushed up 3 hours. Although this is an Early Release Day, please note that Breakfast and Lunch will be still be served and students will attend encore classes.
No School for Students on Monday, October 13th- Monday, October 13th is a district-wide teacher workday. Students will not attend school on Monday, October 13th.
Fall Picture Day- Fall pictures for all students have been scheduled for Wednesday, October 15th. Please save the date! More information on purchasing photos will be communicated in the coming weeks.
Student Supply Fee- As a reminder, all students are asked to pay a $30 Supply Fee at the start of each school year. Payments may be made online using K12 Payment Center or by check made to Winkler Middle School.
Free/Reduced Lunch Information- LINQ Connect is open for families to begin applying for free or reduced meals. This family portal can be used to: complete free & reduced meals applications, add funds to student accounts, and view menus.
As a reminder, Free/Reduced Lunch applications must be filled out and submitted every year. Should you need help accessing or completing this form, please reach out to the front office.
Please note that applications for free meals must be completed on the website rather than the app.
A link to a printable PDF of the free & reduced application in English and Spanish is available on the SNP website. You may also request a printed application from the front office.
You may also visit the School Nutrition Program website for more information.
All CCS middle and high schools have transitioned to GoFan as the preferred online ticket vendor for all athletic events. Fans are encouraged to visit the GoFan website and create an account. You may also consider downloading the GoFan app on your mobile device.
If you will be attending any Home game this week, please plan to park in the main parking lot, not the bus parking lot. We may still be working through afternoon dismissal processes and appreciate your patience with parking. Please plan to wait at your car until 4:15pm or after buses and car-riders have cleared. Tickets can be purchased on GoFan and will be checked prior to entrance into the game.
Students are able to attend all Home games. All school rules and expectations apply during after school events. Please note, in order to attend after school events, students should not have an outstanding cafeteria balance. Students must be picked up within 30 minutes of the game ending. Students not picked up within 30 minutes will lose the opportunity to stay for after school events for the remainder of the athletic season.
NEW District Athletic Events Policy for Elementary and Middle School Students- Elementary and middle school students will not be allowed to enter high school athletic events without a supervising adult. If an unaccompanied student arrives, their parent/guardian will be contacted to pick them up. Elementary and middle school students must be supervised at all times throughout the event.
Please visit the Winkler Athletics webpage for updates throughout the year. More information will also be sent through Parent Square. If you have any questions, please email Mr. Davis, WInkler's new Athletic Director, at Dean.Davis@cabarrus.k12.nc.us.
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
PTSO Meeting Information
Next Meeting: Monday, October 20th | 7:00pm
All parents are welcome to attend in-person or virtually
Virtual Link: October 20th PTSO MEETING LINK
A Message From Our IB Coordinator, Andrea Kiser:
IB stands for International Baccalaureate and is a framework for the way in which we teach the NC standards in our school. Winkler is an MYP school, which means we follow the Middle Years Programme of IB. Throughout the year, I will highlight IB-related things happening in our school and classrooms. For now, view the video below to learn more about the IB program.
Please reach out to Andrea Kiser at Andrea.Kiser@cabarrus.k12.nc.us with any questions regarding IB.
Ways to stay connected:
Facebook: Harold E. Winkler Middle School
Instagram: haroldwinklerms
X: @haroldwinklerms
Parent Square
Winkler Webpage
Positivity Project: 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.
“The mission of the Positivity Project is to empower America’s youth to build positive relationships by understanding, appreciating, and exemplifying the character strengths in us all.”
Click HERE to access the Positivity Project website.
This Week's P2 Topic: Spiral Review
Rebecca Phillips, Principal | School Leadership Team, PTSO | Rebecca.Phillips@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
Allysea Thompson, Principal Intern | Allysea.Thompson@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
Yamile Uceda, ML Teacher | ML Plan or Class Information | Yamile.Uceda@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Nonya Chesney, ML Teacher | ML Plan or Class Information | Nonya.Chesney@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Anne-Marie Sarvis, School Social Worker | School Social Work Inquires, Attendance Letters/Conferences | AnneMarie.Sarvis@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Stephanie Cauble, School Nurse | Medical Inquires, Student Medicine | Stephanie.Cauble@cabarrus.k12.nc.us