Winside Public Schools
Home of the Wildcats
The Winside School Board voted to tear down the old weight room building at The October 12, 2026 board meeting. The items in the old weight room are up for silent bid starting October 15 through October 30, 2026. Stop in the school office to place a bid. The old weight room building will be unlocked during the school day from 8-4 during school days. (NO students occupy this space). Blue circle is the weight room.
Today’s junior high football game in Walthill has been cancelled. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our Wildcats!
🎭🔥 THE ONE-ACT STORE IS OPEN! 🔥🎭
Show your Winside One-Act pride with some 2026 One-Act gear! 🐾 Whether you're part of the cast, crew, or cheering us on from the audience, now's your chance to grab some Wildcat theatre spirit! 🎬
🛍️ The store is only open for a limited time!
⏰ Orders close the MORNING OF OCTOBER 20TH!
Don't wait until the final curtain! 🎭 Get your gear before the store closes!
👇 SHOP HERE! 👇
https://winside-oneact-26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
❤️🖤 GO WILDCATS! 🖤❤️
Show your Winside One-Act pride with some 2026 One-Act gear! 🐾 Whether you're part of the cast, crew, or cheering us on from the audience, now's your chance to grab some Wildcat theatre spirit! 🎬
🛍️ The store is only open for a limited time!
⏰ Orders close the MORNING OF OCTOBER 20TH!
Don't wait until the final curtain! 🎭 Get your gear before the store closes!
👇 SHOP HERE! 👇
https://winside-oneact-26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
❤️🖤 GO WILDCATS! 🖤❤️
🏈 WILDCAT FOOTBALL – AWAY GAME THIS FRIDAY! 🏈
Wildcat fans, mark your calendars! ❤️🖤 Our football team hits the road this Friday night, and we’d love to see our Wildcat family come out and show their support!
📣 Please see the flyer below for game details.
Let’s show our Wildcats some love and cheer them on! Go, Wildcats! 🐾🏈
#WildcatPride #GoWildcats
Wildcat fans, mark your calendars! ❤️🖤 Our football team hits the road this Friday night, and we’d love to see our Wildcat family come out and show their support!
📣 Please see the flyer below for game details.
Let’s show our Wildcats some love and cheer them on! Go, Wildcats! 🐾🏈
#WildcatPride #GoWildcats
The cheerleaders are selling Winside shirts for a Christmas fundraiser! Store closes October 30, 2026, so hurry and get your orders in!
https://winsidecheer26.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
https://winsidecheer26.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
We are proud of our FFA Chapter!
Recently, 4 students qualified for State Land Judging. Out of 224 participants and 14 teams in the area contest, Winside placed 3rd as a team and the following placed individually. Carter-1st place, Stratton- 13th, Hadley- 14th, Baker- 23rd.
Their top 4 scores made up the 3rd place team to qualify them for the State Contest.
A few weeks ago, 18 out of the 27 Winside students who competed also ribboned.
Ribbon Earners:
Purple Ribbons:
1st Place- Carter Krause
13th Place- Stratton Sellin
14th Place- Hadley Sellin
Blue Ribbons:
Baker Behmer, Brayden Lurz, Austin Frederick, Jayla Pekny
Red Ribbons:
Payton Wylie, Ellie Topp, Raylyn Behmer, Tate Petersen, Katelyn Jaeger
White Ribbons:
Kole Falk, Elizabeth Jeffery, Kortney Jaeger, Riley Petersen, Adrianna Miller, Allisyn Sellin
The 2026-27 Winside FFA year is off to a great start!
WE NEED YOUR INPUT - Parent Surveys Fall 2026
Please give us feedback and fill out the parent survey. If you would like to be on a parent advisory board please send Mrs. Knust an email at aknust@winsidewildcats.org. We will look at attendance, academic, facilities, curriculum, and any other areas of focus. Use the link or the QR Code.
🎉 We have our Book Blast Treasure Chest Prize Winners! 📚
A huge thank you to our amazing students, families, and community for your incredible participation and generosity! Because of your support, our students earned a total of 451 books to take home and build their personal libraries! Each student will be coming home with at least one book!
In addition, every elementary teacher earned a shopping spree to purchase supplies and books for their classrooms! 🛒✨
We are so proud of our readers and so grateful for this amazing community. Keep turning those pages! 📖❤️
A huge thank you to our amazing students, families, and community for your incredible participation and generosity! Because of your support, our students earned a total of 451 books to take home and build their personal libraries! Each student will be coming home with at least one book!
In addition, every elementary teacher earned a shopping spree to purchase supplies and books for their classrooms! 🛒✨
We are so proud of our readers and so grateful for this amazing community. Keep turning those pages! 📖❤️
PINK OUT GAME — OCTOBER 22ND
Our Pink Out shirts are now available to order!
Store closes: October 8th at 10:00 AM
No late orders will be accepted.
Shirts will be delivered by October 19th, just in time for the Pink Out game!
https://winside-pinkout-2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/
This year, proceeds will go to the family of 16-year-old Payton Ackerson, a sophomore at High Plains Community School, who was tragically killed in an e-bike accident in early September.
Payton was a passionate volleyball player, teammate, and part of the High Plains community. As communities across Nebraska rally around her family during this incredibly difficult time, we are proud to join together through “Play for Payton — Play with Purpose.”
Our Pink Out shirts are now available to order!
Store closes: October 8th at 10:00 AM
No late orders will be accepted.
Shirts will be delivered by October 19th, just in time for the Pink Out game!
https://winside-pinkout-2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/
This year, proceeds will go to the family of 16-year-old Payton Ackerson, a sophomore at High Plains Community School, who was tragically killed in an e-bike accident in early September.
Payton was a passionate volleyball player, teammate, and part of the High Plains community. As communities across Nebraska rally around her family during this incredibly difficult time, we are proud to join together through “Play for Payton — Play with Purpose.”
EXCITING NEWS!!!!
Winside FFA Chapter Receives Funding through local chapter grant program.
Winside, NE – Several Nebraska schools are set to receive funding through the Nebraska FFA Foundation grant program. Winside FFA Chapter was awarded $80,000 to assist in achieving the goal of getting a chapter greenhouse.
The grant program, in its 9th year, supports Nebraska agricultural education classrooms, FFA programs, and school-based enterprises. The selection process is based on an application that requires a clearly defined financial need for a new or existing project, along with an outlined budget, timeline, and other criteria. Funds are provided by the Nebraska FFA Foundation in collaboration with its general fund donors, endowments, sponsors, and legacy gifts.
“Our board worked many years to develop sustainable funding to provide this annual grant program. There are many programs in need of more financial support to develop career-ready students in agriculture, and awarding these funds will give students in these schools some of the resources necessary to reach their full potential,”
said Stacey Agnew, Nebraska FFA Foundation Executive Director. Nebraska FFA Foundation
“In our 5th year of having an agricultural education program here in Winside, I am very excited we are able to continue expanding the program and offer new opportunities for students. This greenhouse will be able to provide students opportunities in entrepreneurship, agriscience research, expand upon student based enterprises, and give students who might not otherwise have a supervised agricultural experience (SAE) to develop one, just to name a few opportunities.”
Says, Winside Ag Teacher and FFA Advisor Karlee Johnson.
“This $80,000 grant is an exciting step for Winside Public School and our FFA chapter. A greenhouse will give students the chance to learn by doing—growing plants, conducting research, and building the skills to run a student enterprise. In just five years, Ms. Johnson has helped our agricultural education program grow into something our students and community can be proud of. We are grateful to the Nebraska FFA Foundation, the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, and the Winside FFA Supporters for investing in opportunities for our students.”
— April Knust, Superintendent, Winside Public School
This grant was funded by the Nebraska FFA Foundation and the Growing a Brighter Future for Nebraska FFA Grant, funded by Howard G. Buffett Foundation.
The Winside FFA Supporters provided funds to meet the matching requirement for this grant and continue to have a large impact in creating opportunities for our students as well!
Winside FFA Chapter Receives Funding through local chapter grant program.
Winside, NE – Several Nebraska schools are set to receive funding through the Nebraska FFA Foundation grant program. Winside FFA Chapter was awarded $80,000 to assist in achieving the goal of getting a chapter greenhouse.
The grant program, in its 9th year, supports Nebraska agricultural education classrooms, FFA programs, and school-based enterprises. The selection process is based on an application that requires a clearly defined financial need for a new or existing project, along with an outlined budget, timeline, and other criteria. Funds are provided by the Nebraska FFA Foundation in collaboration with its general fund donors, endowments, sponsors, and legacy gifts.
“Our board worked many years to develop sustainable funding to provide this annual grant program. There are many programs in need of more financial support to develop career-ready students in agriculture, and awarding these funds will give students in these schools some of the resources necessary to reach their full potential,”
said Stacey Agnew, Nebraska FFA Foundation Executive Director. Nebraska FFA Foundation
“In our 5th year of having an agricultural education program here in Winside, I am very excited we are able to continue expanding the program and offer new opportunities for students. This greenhouse will be able to provide students opportunities in entrepreneurship, agriscience research, expand upon student based enterprises, and give students who might not otherwise have a supervised agricultural experience (SAE) to develop one, just to name a few opportunities.”
Says, Winside Ag Teacher and FFA Advisor Karlee Johnson.
“This $80,000 grant is an exciting step for Winside Public School and our FFA chapter. A greenhouse will give students the chance to learn by doing—growing plants, conducting research, and building the skills to run a student enterprise. In just five years, Ms. Johnson has helped our agricultural education program grow into something our students and community can be proud of. We are grateful to the Nebraska FFA Foundation, the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, and the Winside FFA Supporters for investing in opportunities for our students.”
— April Knust, Superintendent, Winside Public School
This grant was funded by the Nebraska FFA Foundation and the Growing a Brighter Future for Nebraska FFA Grant, funded by Howard G. Buffett Foundation.
The Winside FFA Supporters provided funds to meet the matching requirement for this grant and continue to have a large impact in creating opportunities for our students as well!
🍽️ **Grandparents Breakfast – October 12**
Grandparents Breakfast will be held on **Monday, October 12, beginning at 7:30 a.m.** Grandparents are invited to join their grandchildren for breakfast at school.
**Please RSVP in advance** so we can plan accordingly.
❤️ **National Hot Lunch Week – October 12–16**
During National Hot Lunch Week, **parents and family members are encouraged to join their students for lunch at school!**
We would love to have you come enjoy a meal and spend some time with your student during this special week.
**Please RSVP in advance** so we can prepare for the appropriate number of guests.
Send email to cmagwire@winsidewildcats.org or kitchen@winsidewildcats.org
Grandparents Breakfast will be held on **Monday, October 12, beginning at 7:30 a.m.** Grandparents are invited to join their grandchildren for breakfast at school.
**Please RSVP in advance** so we can plan accordingly.
❤️ **National Hot Lunch Week – October 12–16**
During National Hot Lunch Week, **parents and family members are encouraged to join their students for lunch at school!**
We would love to have you come enjoy a meal and spend some time with your student during this special week.
**Please RSVP in advance** so we can prepare for the appropriate number of guests.
Send email to cmagwire@winsidewildcats.org or kitchen@winsidewildcats.org
📸 SCHOOL PICTURE RETAKES — SEPTEMBER 29 📸
School picture retakes will be held on Tuesday, September 29 for any students or staff members who need a retake.
To help our photographer be prepared, I am going to start a list ahead of time of students and staff who will be needing retakes.
If your child needs a retake, or if you are a staff member who would like your picture retaken, please contact Mrs. Magwire at the school office so I can add you to the list.
📞 402-286-4466
✉️ cmagwire@winsidewildcats.org
I anticipate the photographer will be here and ready to begin around 8:00 AM.
Thank you for helping us get an accurate headcount so we can make picture retake day run as smoothly as possible! 📸🐾
School picture retakes will be held on Tuesday, September 29 for any students or staff members who need a retake.
To help our photographer be prepared, I am going to start a list ahead of time of students and staff who will be needing retakes.
If your child needs a retake, or if you are a staff member who would like your picture retaken, please contact Mrs. Magwire at the school office so I can add you to the list.
📞 402-286-4466
✉️ cmagwire@winsidewildcats.org
I anticipate the photographer will be here and ready to begin around 8:00 AM.
Thank you for helping us get an accurate headcount so we can make picture retake day run as smoothly as possible! 📸🐾
📣 Winside Wildcats Activities & Athletics Communication Reminder 🐾
As we begin another busy year of Wildcat activities and athletics, we want to remind families about the importance of positive and productive communication.
🔴 Please follow the 24-hour rule.
Following a contest or activity, we ask parents/guardians to wait at least 24 hours before contacting a coach or sponsor about a concern. This gives everyone time to reflect and helps ensure conversations are respectful and solution-focused.
⚫ Please follow the chain of communication.
When a concern arises, we ask families to begin with the person closest to the situation:
Coach/Sponsor → Activities Director/Principal → Superintendent → Board of Education
Whenever possible, concerns should first be discussed directly with the coach or sponsor before moving to the next level.
Our coaches, sponsors, administrators, parents, and students all share the same goal—providing positive experiences and opportunities for our Wildcats. Clear, respectful communication helps us work together to support our students.
Thank you for helping us Build Better Together.
🐾 Every Student. Every Day. Every Opportunity.
Apptegy/Thrillshare Rooms is the official communication platform for Winside Public School. Families should download the Winside Public Schools NE app and log in to Rooms. Each teacher, athletic team, and school activity has its own Room where staff will share announcements, schedules, updates, and messages. All communication from teachers, coaches, and activity sponsors will take place through Rooms.
Winside Public School Introduces Hudl Digital Ticketing Option
WINSIDE, Nebraska — Winside Public School is introducing Hudl Tickets, a new digital ticketing option for Wildcat activities. Patrons will now have the convenience of purchasing admission tickets before an event using a computer or mobile device.
Cash will continue to be accepted at the entrance. Purchasing tickets through Hudl is optional and simply provides patrons with another way to pay before arriving at the event. Please note that tickets purchased through Hudl will include an additional $1.50 service fee.
How to Purchase Tickets Through Hudl
1. Visit Hudl Fan on a computer or open the Hudl app on a mobile device.
2. Search for Winside High School and select the Winside, Nebraska, school profile.
3. Select the Tickets tab.
4. Choose the event you plan to attend and select Get Tickets.
5. Select the number of tickets needed and proceed to checkout.
6. Enter the required contact and payment information to complete the purchase.
After the purchase is complete, tickets will be sent to the email address entered during checkout. Patrons can open the ticket from the confirmation email or Hudl app when arriving at the event. The ticket’s QR code will be scanned at the entrance, and tickets do not need to be printed.
Patrons who prefer not to purchase tickets digitally may continue to pay with cash at the entrance, just as they have in the past.
Winside Public School appreciates the community’s continued support of our students, teams, and activities. Questions regarding Hudl ticketing may be directed to the school office at 402-286-4466.
Go Wildcats!
WINSIDE, Nebraska — Winside Public School is introducing Hudl Tickets, a new digital ticketing option for Wildcat activities. Patrons will now have the convenience of purchasing admission tickets before an event using a computer or mobile device.
Cash will continue to be accepted at the entrance. Purchasing tickets through Hudl is optional and simply provides patrons with another way to pay before arriving at the event. Please note that tickets purchased through Hudl will include an additional $1.50 service fee.
How to Purchase Tickets Through Hudl
1. Visit Hudl Fan on a computer or open the Hudl app on a mobile device.
2. Search for Winside High School and select the Winside, Nebraska, school profile.
3. Select the Tickets tab.
4. Choose the event you plan to attend and select Get Tickets.
5. Select the number of tickets needed and proceed to checkout.
6. Enter the required contact and payment information to complete the purchase.
After the purchase is complete, tickets will be sent to the email address entered during checkout. Patrons can open the ticket from the confirmation email or Hudl app when arriving at the event. The ticket’s QR code will be scanned at the entrance, and tickets do not need to be printed.
Patrons who prefer not to purchase tickets digitally may continue to pay with cash at the entrance, just as they have in the past.
Winside Public School appreciates the community’s continued support of our students, teams, and activities. Questions regarding Hudl ticketing may be directed to the school office at 402-286-4466.
Go Wildcats!
T-Shirt Contest
All students and staff will get a t-shirt with the winning design. T-Shirts will be available to community members also. The winning design will earn $50. Please submit designs to Mrs. Knust by September 14, 2026. Our school theme this year is Building Better Together. Every Student. Every Day. Every Opportunity.
All students and staff will get a t-shirt with the winning design. T-Shirts will be available to community members also. The winning design will earn $50. Please submit designs to Mrs. Knust by September 14, 2026. Our school theme this year is Building Better Together. Every Student. Every Day. Every Opportunity.
2026–2027 Gate & Season Pass Prices!
NEW this year: Hudl Ticketing! Purchase your tickets online and ahead of time.
https://support.hudl.com/s/article/purchase-ticket-hudl-fan?language=en_US&topic=Hudl_Tickets_Fan
NEW this year: Hudl Ticketing! Purchase your tickets online and ahead of time.
https://support.hudl.com/s/article/purchase-ticket-hudl-fan?language=en_US&topic=Hudl_Tickets_Fan
**Parents/Guardians:** Junior High/High School After School Study Hall begins this week**. Please review the information below and be sure to check your **Apptegy Rooms app each Monday** for notification regarding your child’s eligibility status and study hall requirements.
Thank you for partnering with us to support our students and their academic success!
Thank you for partnering with us to support our students and their academic success!
Activities Schedules - We are working on getting Winside's activities schedules updated on the school website. This year we are using the app Bound instead of RSchooltoday app.
1. Download the Bound app to your phone or go to gobound.com on your computer.
2. Create an account in the upper right corner.
3. Select the school you wish to follow.
4. For each activity you wish to follow allow notifications - live scores, final scores, news, game day preview, postponements/cancellations.
🚌 Bus Route Update for Winside Public School Families 🚌
We are currently working on finalizing our bus routes for the upcoming school year. Our bus drivers are carefully reviewing routes to ensure they are as safe and efficient as possible.
Once the routes have been finalized, your child's bus driver will contact you directly with an estimated morning pickup time and afternoon drop-off time for your child(ren).
Please know that this will be completed before the first day of school. At this time, we do not have a specific date for when those phone calls will begin, but we appreciate your patience as our drivers work through the routing process.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prepare for another great school year. We look forward to welcoming everyone back soon! ❤️🖤
We are currently working on finalizing our bus routes for the upcoming school year. Our bus drivers are carefully reviewing routes to ensure they are as safe and efficient as possible.
Once the routes have been finalized, your child's bus driver will contact you directly with an estimated morning pickup time and afternoon drop-off time for your child(ren).
Please know that this will be completed before the first day of school. At this time, we do not have a specific date for when those phone calls will begin, but we appreciate your patience as our drivers work through the routing process.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prepare for another great school year. We look forward to welcoming everyone back soon! ❤️🖤