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💪🏽 Windsor High School students stepped up to the challenge at Mission Day—an interactive experience sponsored by the Army National Guard! From saving lives with virtual CPR to rescuing victims in night vision confined spaces, our students got hands-on with disaster response, firefighting, and military training simulations. 🔥🚒💉 A big thank you to Heather Gebhardt, the JROTC programs at SPMS & WHS, and the CT Army National Guard @ctarmyguard for making this incredible opportunity possible! #weareWINdsor👐🏽

We stepped into the first week of March with energy and purpose! March brings us Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the incredible contributions of women past and present, as well as the beginning of Ramadan, a sacred month of reflection, prayer, and community. There’s so much to be grateful for as we welcome the change of seasons—spring is on the horizon! To keep the positive vibes going, check out these highlights from last week’s Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute Concert, an electrifying performance by our award-winning WHS choral department! Their talent, dedication, and passion lit up the stage! Here’s to a phenomenal week ahead—let’s make it count! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

Wishing our students, staff, and families observing a peaceful and blessed Ramadan! 🌙✨ May this month be filled with reflection, kindness, and community. Let’s continue to celebrate the cultures, traditions, and beliefs that make our district so vibrant. Ramadan Mubarak! #RamadanMubarak #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

🗼✨ 8th graders in Sra. Ayala-Pujols’ class are diving into the world of castells—the incredible human towers of Tarragona, Spain—completely en español! Today, they put their engineering skills to the test, building towers with cups, mini Jenga, and cards. The challenge? Stability, strategy, and teamwork—just like the real competition! 💡 This hands-on learning moment is a perfect example of our Instructional Core Wheel in action, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration. #NorthStar #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

🤫 WINDSOR TRACK & FIELD DOMINATES AGAIN! 🏃🏽‍♀️👀💨 For the 9th straight year, our Windsor Girls Indoor Track & Field team are STATE CHAMPIONS! Our boys put up an incredible fight, finishing as state runners-up! 🔥 Highlights from an unforgettable meet: 🏆 GIRLS 1st OVERALL 🥇 4x200m & SMR Relay Champions 🥇 Maya Donzella – 1600m Champion (4th All-State Title as a Sophomore!) 🥈 Paige Wilson – 55m 🥉 Evelyn Schwartz – 600m (PR: 1:39) 💪 BOYS 2nd OVERALL 🥇 4x400m Relay Champions 🥇 Javonni Reynolds – 300m Champion 🥈 Marvin Escalera – 55m Hurdles & 300m 🥉 Ryan Mays – Shot Put 🚨 SCHOOL RECORD ALERT! 🚨 Lucas Pearce made history this season, breaking the Indoor 1600m & 1 Mile records, adding to his XC 5000m and Outdoor 1600m records! What a legacy! Congratulations to all our athletes and coaches! Up next: STATE OPEN this Saturday! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

HISTORY MADE! 🏀👏🏽 A huge congratulations to Coach Ken Smith on reaching an incredible milestone—700 career wins! With Windsor’s opening-round CCC tournament victory at East Hartford, Coach Smith joins elite company in Connecticut basketball history alongside Vito Montelli (St. Joseph) and Nick Augelli (Crosby). Coach Smith, your dedication, leadership, and impact on Windsor basketball are unmatched! This achievement is a testament to your hard work and the countless athletes you’ve inspired over the years. Congratulations, Coach! 🏆

The #community we’re building at Windsor Public Schools is something special! 💫 Each and every one of you helps make WPS a stronger, more vibrant place to learn and grow. If you haven’t been to a WPS event yet, consider this your official invite! 🎟️ There’s a seat for you at our ever-growing table—come connect, get involved, and be part of the movement. Together, we thrive. #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

JFK’s Black History Month Extravaganza was a whole vibe: a true celebration of culture, knowledge, and creativity! 🎤✨ Led by Humanities Coach Sonia Turner, students brought their classroom learning to life with spoken word, trivia, live book readings, music, and dance! 🎶📖💃🏽 Shoutout to the WHS band for making a special cameo! Learning in action, culture in motion. Stay tuned for more highlights as we continue to honor, uplift, and celebrate! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

#IssaMonday check-in, #WindsorNation! How’s everyone feeling? The ✨ magic of February is still going strong, and our students and educators are making the most of every moment! While we’re all looking forward to warmer days ahead, this season brings a focus on research projects, hands-on learning, and incredible opportunities to engage in deeper exploration. A huge shoutout to our Windsor High School students who have been inspiring the next generation—bringing our award-winning music program to elementary schools and delivering powerful performances that honor the past, embrace the present, and inspire the future! 🎶🎭 (📸We ♥️ to see it POQ!) #weareWINdsor👐🏽

Happy Friday #WINdsorNation! ✨Black educators do more than teach—they inspire, uplift, and create spaces where every student feels seen, valued, and capable of greatness! From the classroom to leadership, they challenge narratives, break barriers, and showcase Black excellence in action. To every Black educator shaping the future—your impact is powerful, your work is seen, and your joy is a revolution! 💛🙌🏾 (📸We ♥️ to see it JFK & POQ!) #HappyFriday #BlackJoy 🖤✨ #RepresentationMatters #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

✨✊🏿 When students see Black educators leading, innovating, and thriving, they see possibilities beyond limits. Representation isn’t just about visibility—it’s about rewriting narratives, dismantling biases, and ensuring that ALL children grow up knowing the truth: Black brilliance is everywhere. ✨ To our Black educators: Your presence changes lives. Your passion builds confidence. 💡 Your joy lights the way. Thank you for showing up, standing tall, and leading with love. (📸We ♥️ to see it OE) #BlackJoy 🖤✊🏾 #RepresentationMatters #EducationForAll #weareWINdsor 👐🏽 #BHM

📢 February BOE Recap: ✨ We proudly welcome Wareesha Khan as the new WHS Board of Education student representative! 📖 A Powerful Moment for Adult Education: Director of Adult Education Mayela Aguirre-Ernest delivered a heartfelt message on the impact of lifelong learning—stronger communities, stronger families, and better outcomes for WPS students. She was joined by dedicated Adult Ed staff and over a dozen inspiring students. 💰 Budget Update: After intense discussion and a surprise vote outcome, the BOE voted 6 Yes, 2 No, and 1 Abstention to approve a 1% decrease in Dr. Hill’s budget recommendation, adjusting the proposed increase from 6.88% to 5.88%. Dr. Hill and his cabinet will now make the necessary cuts before the budget heads to the Town Council for a final vote in March. Stay engaged and informed! Head to the www.windsorct.org for full meeting minutes. #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

Thanks to everyone who came out last night! We welcomed new faces and heard from Poquonock Principal Jay Mihalko about Looping, launching next year. Students will have the same teacher for 1st & 2nd grade, creating stronger routines, deeper connections, and better learning experiences for families and teachers alike. Dr. Hill also highlighted the importance of voting and staying informed to ensure families’ voices are heard. Missed this one? Join us next month for a morning Coffee Talk—perfect for those who can’t make evening events! March 18th at 10 AM. #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

🚨 Windsor Public Schools in the Spotlight Again! 🚨 Governor Ned Lamont recently visited Clover Street School ahead of their annual African American Read-In to celebrate literacy and Black History Month. Alongside Windsor Mayor Nuchette Black-Burke, State Representative Jane Garibay, and others, the Governor shared his passion for reading with students, emphasizing the importance of Black History being taught in our schools. This visit underscores our commitment to educational excellence and providing students with real-world experiences that inspire and connect. 📖 Read the full article here to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/5djrhe9v #weareWINdsor 👐🏽 #BlackHistoryMonth

What an incredible celebration of ✊🏾Black History Month at Oliver Ellsworth School! 🎉 Principal Gruber welcomed @bluesandbeyond (Blues and Beyond), a talented musical trio whose mission is to educate youth on how the Blues gave birth to R&B, Rock and Roll, Hip Hop, and Pop. #TheBluesandBeyond took our OE students on an unforgettable journey through the rich Black roots of music, highlighting the cultural impact and historical significance of these genres. This powerful performance showcased Windsor Public Schools’ commitment to cross-curricular education, merging history with music to deepen student understanding. It also exemplified our North Star— the Instructional Core Wheel— which guides us in developing the genius in every child through high-quality instruction and meaningful learning experiences. #weareWINdsor 👐🏽 #BlackHistoryMonth #TheBluesandBeyond #CrossCurricularEducation #NorthStarInstructionalCoreWheel

Good Morning. Due to the weather, all Windsor Public Schools and offices are on a 2- hour delayed opening today, Thursday, February 13th. 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. Thank you and be safe. WPS Communications

Educators and staff left #WindsorNation energized and empowered! 🔑 Armed with key data trends, we celebrated student #wins and refocused on growth. As Dr. Hady declared, “Nothing can stop us—we’re on our way up!” 🚀 Here’s to even greater success in the second half of the year! #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

At WPS, we PD different. 💡 Another inspiring #WindsorNation PD under the leadership of our North Star Navigator, Dr. Noha Abdel Hady, centered on Student Voice. From the award-winning WHS Gospel Choir to insights from Dr. Hill’s Student Advisory Council, our students showed up and spoke powerfully. We also saw our #LeadLearners, AKA building principals, take center stage, leading powerful PD sessions. 🗣️ #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

Super shoutout to our incredible students and families who joined us on their day off for #WindsorNation! When everyone is invited to the table, true growth happens. Thank you for helping us continue to elevate both culture and academics at WPS. ♥️ #StudentVoice #weareWINdsor 👐🏽

📢 BOE Recap: Last night, the Finance Committee, led by Chair Leonard Lockhart, wrapped up its 2nd Special Meeting/Public Forum. 💡 Dr. Hill clarified a clerical error, lowering the proposed budget increase to 6.88% (down from 7.55%) thanks to a tech reevaluation, reducing costs from $1.8M to $1.3M. 🖥️ Dr. Hady presented on Technology & Instructional Services, highlighting her strategic focus on reducing frivolous spending by keeping only essential software that truly benefits students and teachers. For instructional services, she emphasized sticking to Dr. Hill’s focus on academics and culture—steering clear of fleeting buzzwords and trends in education. 📚 Dr. Hady emphasized that Instructional Services Budget increases stem primarily from the new state reading mandate, which required the district to purchase “Bookworms” and “DIBELS.” #weareWINdsor 👐🏽