Winfield City Schools has implemented the Open Gate weapon detection system to enhance safety across all campuses. These scanners will be used today at Graduation on Sunday, May 17, to screen all attendees as they enter school grounds.
These free-standing machines are designed to detect weapons while allowing everyday items such as cell phones, coins, and car keys to pass through without triggering an alert.
Here’s what to expect when scanners are in use:
🔹 Everyone will walk through the scanner individually, along with their belongings.
🔹 If the scanner is triggered, further instructions will be provided. This may include emptying pockets, being screened with a handheld wand, and/or having bags/backpacks searched if necessary.
The priority of Winfield City Schools is to maintain a welcoming and secure environment for students while ensuring the safety and well-being of every member of our schools and community.
Thank you for your cooperation and support as we work together to keep our schools safe.
A message from Coach McKinney:
We will have a football meeting on Monday night, May 18, at 6:00 PM at the Indoor Practice Facility. At least one parent is required to attend for all players from Jr. High through Varsity for the 2026 football season.
We will discuss:
• Summer workouts
• Football camp
• Clothing/shoe order information
• Pirate Night
Please make plans to attend and become involved in your child’s football program.
📚 WCHS 2026 Spring Comprehensive Exam Schedule 📝
Please review the guidelines carefully! ✔️
WCHS 9th–11th Grade Exam Schedule
⏰ (Make-Ups Each Day: 1:30–3:00 by appointment)
�� Monday, May 18
⏰ 1st Period: 8:00–9:10
☕ Break: 9:15–9:35
⏰ 3rd Period: 9:40–10:50
�� Tuesday, May 19
⏰ 2nd Period: 8:00–9:10
☕ Break: 9:15–9:35
⏰ 4th Period: 9:40–10:50
�� Wednesday, May 20
⏰ 5th Period: 8:00–9:10
☕ Break: 9:15–9:35
⏰ 7th Period: 9:40–10:50
�� Thursday, May 21
⏰ 6th Period: 8:00–9:10
☕ Break: 9:15–9:35
⏰ 8th Period: 9:40–10:50
�� Important Exam Information
�� Exams are comprehensive and cover 3rd & 4th nine weeks.
�� Exams count as 20% of the semester grade.
�� Exemption Requirements
✔️ A average with 0 unexcused absences.
✔️ B average with 0 unexcused and 5 or fewer excused absences.
✔️ C average with 0 unexcused and 3 or fewer excused absences.
❗ Students with failing grades must take exams.
�� Check-Out Guidelines
✍️ Students may check out after their last exam with a signed parent note.
�� All books and debts must be cleared.
�� Students without notes or cleared debts will follow their regular schedule.
�� Students must leave campus immediately after checkout and may not return.
⚠️ Reminders
⏱️ No early dismissal during exams/students must test on their scheduled day.
❗ Exams cannot be taken early without principal approval.
Please review the guidelines carefully! ✔️
WCHS 9th–11th Grade Exam Schedule
⏰ (Make-Ups Each Day: 1:30–3:00 by appointment)
�� Monday, May 18
⏰ 1st Period: 8:00–9:10
☕ Break: 9:15–9:35
⏰ 3rd Period: 9:40–10:50
�� Tuesday, May 19
⏰ 2nd Period: 8:00–9:10
☕ Break: 9:15–9:35
⏰ 4th Period: 9:40–10:50
�� Wednesday, May 20
⏰ 5th Period: 8:00–9:10
☕ Break: 9:15–9:35
⏰ 7th Period: 9:40–10:50
�� Thursday, May 21
⏰ 6th Period: 8:00–9:10
☕ Break: 9:15–9:35
⏰ 8th Period: 9:40–10:50
�� Important Exam Information
�� Exams are comprehensive and cover 3rd & 4th nine weeks.
�� Exams count as 20% of the semester grade.
�� Exemption Requirements
✔️ A average with 0 unexcused absences.
✔️ B average with 0 unexcused and 5 or fewer excused absences.
✔️ C average with 0 unexcused and 3 or fewer excused absences.
❗ Students with failing grades must take exams.
�� Check-Out Guidelines
✍️ Students may check out after their last exam with a signed parent note.
�� All books and debts must be cleared.
�� Students without notes or cleared debts will follow their regular schedule.
�� Students must leave campus immediately after checkout and may not return.
⚠️ Reminders
⏱️ No early dismissal during exams/students must test on their scheduled day.
❗ Exams cannot be taken early without principal approval.
Winfield City High School would like to announce the Class of 2026 Valedictorian and Salutatorian.
Valedictorian - Jack Hayden Cook
Salutatorian - Baron Smith.
Valedictorian - Jack Hayden Cook
Salutatorian - Baron Smith.
At the May 12th meeting of the Winfield City Board of Education, the board recognized 5 seniors for scoring 30 or above on their ACT test. Congratulations to the following seniors: Baron Smith, Korbin Marcum, Emma Hollister, Jack Hayden Cook, and Gunner Cagle.
BASKETBALL TRYOUTS
...for girls who will be in 7th and 8th grade this fall.
Congrats to Kasey, the winner of the drawing for the basket of art supplies at the W.E.S. Art Show!
Senior Refunds
Senior meal accounts are currently being closed out. Seniors with more than $5.00 remaining in their
account can request a refund. Please see Mrs. Channell, CNP Manager to request a refund.
STUDENTS MAY CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS:
1. Receive a refund by check. Students must fill out a refund form and provide your mailing
address.
2. Transfer the remaining balance to a younger sibling or a parent who works on campus.
Please fill out the form in the lunchroom with the name of the sibling or parent.
3. Donate the remaining balance to our student support fund, which helps provide meals or a la
carte items for students in need.
Parents that have a PayPam account set up for their senior, please close that PayPam account.
Senior meal accounts are currently being closed out. Seniors with more than $5.00 remaining in their
account can request a refund. Please see Mrs. Channell, CNP Manager to request a refund.
STUDENTS MAY CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS:
1. Receive a refund by check. Students must fill out a refund form and provide your mailing
address.
2. Transfer the remaining balance to a younger sibling or a parent who works on campus.
Please fill out the form in the lunchroom with the name of the sibling or parent.
3. Donate the remaining balance to our student support fund, which helps provide meals or a la
carte items for students in need.
Parents that have a PayPam account set up for their senior, please close that PayPam account.
🌟 Good Morning! 🌟
Just a reminder that Awards Day is today at 9:30 AM for WCHS in the gym! 🏆✨
Each award recipient has received a letter with details and recognition information. We are excited to celebrate the hard work, achievements, and accomplishments of our students! 🎉
We look forward to seeing everyone there as we honor this year’s award recipients! 🖤💛
🎓✨ Winfield City High School Baccalaureate • Class of 2026 💛🖤
Our students in grades 9–12 had a great opportunity Friday at our Career Fair! We would like to thank all of the vendors who took the time to invest in our students, share information about career pathways, and help prepare them for their futures. Your support and willingness to connect with our students truly makes a difference.
A special thank you to Mrs. Taylor for all of the hard work that went into planning and organizing the Career Fair. We appreciate your dedication to providing valuable opportunities for our students!
Today our Cosmetology students put on an amazing Fashion Show for the student body featuring faculty and staff as models! 💇♀️✨
Our students showcased their talents by styling hair and applying makeup for each model before they walked the runway. We are so proud of the hard work, creativity, and professionalism our students displayed throughout the event.
Thank you to all of the faculty and staff who participated and helped make the show such a fun and entertaining experience for everyone!
Winfield City High School
Student Council for 2026-2027
Student Body President: Blaine Bowen
Student Body Vice President: Jeremy Santos
Student Body Treasurer: Slade Webster
Student Body Secretary: Kylee Harbin
12 th Grade President: Dylan Gonzalez
12 th Grade Vice President: Miley Franks
12 th Grade Representative: Molly Rose Butler
11 th Grade President: Dailee Aldridge
11 th Grade Vice President: Brett Cotton
11 th Grade Representative: Baila Morgan
10 th Grade President: Becton Brown
10 th Grade Vice President: Hudson Hollingsworth
10 th Grade Representative: Audrey Patton
Student Council for 2026-2027
Student Body President: Blaine Bowen
Student Body Vice President: Jeremy Santos
Student Body Treasurer: Slade Webster
Student Body Secretary: Kylee Harbin
12 th Grade President: Dylan Gonzalez
12 th Grade Vice President: Miley Franks
12 th Grade Representative: Molly Rose Butler
11 th Grade President: Dailee Aldridge
11 th Grade Vice President: Brett Cotton
11 th Grade Representative: Baila Morgan
10 th Grade President: Becton Brown
10 th Grade Vice President: Hudson Hollingsworth
10 th Grade Representative: Audrey Patton
The Winfield City Boys and Girls Track & Field team finished up their season at the State track meet in Cullman on May 1st and 2nd. The boys compiled enough points to finish in 4th place in the state, and both teams had several individual performances that were outstanding, and one individual State Champion.
The girls track team finished 9th in the state, with Jayci Griffin finishing 3rd in the Javelin throw with a throw of 111'4". MaKayla May finished 2nd in the state in the shot put with a throw of 33' 7".
The boys were anchored by Kaden Williamson, who was the individual State Champion in the discus throw, throwing 147' 7", and he was a runner-up in the shot put, throwing 48' 1".
Dylan Benton was the runner-up in the pole vault clearing 13'.
Slate Gilbert was the runner up in the High Jump clearing 6' 4".
Congratulations to all the individual medalists and the teams overall.
The girls track team finished 9th in the state, with Jayci Griffin finishing 3rd in the Javelin throw with a throw of 111'4". MaKayla May finished 2nd in the state in the shot put with a throw of 33' 7".
The boys were anchored by Kaden Williamson, who was the individual State Champion in the discus throw, throwing 147' 7", and he was a runner-up in the shot put, throwing 48' 1".
Dylan Benton was the runner-up in the pole vault clearing 13'.
Slate Gilbert was the runner up in the High Jump clearing 6' 4".
Congratulations to all the individual medalists and the teams overall.
This is a message from Winfield City Schools. Due to the potential threat of inclement weather, Winfield City Schools will dismiss at 12:00 today, May 6, 2026.
Since 1972, National School Nurse Day has been set aside to recognize school nurses.
National School Nurse Day was established to foster a better understanding of the role of school nurses in the educational setting.
School Nurse Day is celebrated on the Wednesday within National Nurses Week. Winfield City Schools celebrates our Nurses today and every day for their hard work and determination to make sure all students are given the best of care while they are here at WCS.
National School Nurse Day was established to foster a better understanding of the role of school nurses in the educational setting.
School Nurse Day is celebrated on the Wednesday within National Nurses Week. Winfield City Schools celebrates our Nurses today and every day for their hard work and determination to make sure all students are given the best of care while they are here at WCS.
Eat smart. Play hard.
Join us for a FREE breakfast and lunch!
Open to all students enrolled in the WCS Journeys Summer Program, Summer Reading Program, Math Program, and Middle School Summer School
Join us for a FREE breakfast and lunch!
Open to all students enrolled in the WCS Journeys Summer Program, Summer Reading Program, Math Program, and Middle School Summer School
Winfield City Schools Interim Superintendent and Federal Programs Director, Mrs. Jennifer Simmons, just received an award as an MTSS Rising Star. This was chosen out of districts all over the state. The Alabama Multi-Tier System of Supports (AL-MTSS) is a proactive framework focusing on academic, behavioral, and wellness needs for the whole child.
Kindergarten and Senior Parents/Guardians‼️🎓
At Winfield Elementary, we are incredibly thankful for our amazing CNP workers! They are true heroes every single day, serving our students with care, kindness, and dedication. Their hard work does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate them more than words can say. Thank you for all you do to keep our school running strong!
