Winfield R-IV School District

06/16/2026

💡 Did You Know? Proposition C.A.R.E. DOES NOT increase your tax rate.

Winfield R-IV Schools is asking voters to consider a simple shift: not a tax increase.

✅ Proposition C.A.R.E. (Community Action Reinvesting in Education) would move existing tax dollars from the Debt Service Fund to the Operating Fund.

✅ The total tax levy stays the same at $4.32.

✅ No new taxes. No tax rate increase.

This transfer is possible because of responsible financial planning and the district’s ability to pay down debt ahead of schedule.

By reinvesting existing dollars into daily operations, we can continue supporting:

❤️High-quality teachers and staff
❤️Strong educational programs
❤️Safe and well-maintained facilities
❤️Opportunities for our students to thrive

Watch this short video featuring Superintendent Rod Hamlett and Assistant Superintendent Ericka Dixon to learn how Proposition C.A.R.E. works and why it matters for Winfield students and families.

📅 Election Day:
Tuesday, August 4, 2026

06/08/2026

❤️🤍Proposition C.A.R.E. Information❤️🤍

Learn how the proposed levy transfer would impact Winfield R-IV Schools.

✔️ Operating Fund: $2.75 → $3.00
✔️ Debt Service Fund: $1.5755 → $1.3255
✔️ Total Tax Rate: Remains $4.3255

🗓️ Election Day: August 4, 2026

06/05/2026

❤️🤍Exciting News for Winfield Families! ❤️🤍

We're thrilled to introduce a new partnership between Winfield R-IV School District and the Lincoln County YMCA!

✨ Y Club After School Care is coming to Winfield Primary School for the 2026-2027 school year! Y Club provides so much more than after-school care. Students will enjoy homework help, STEAM activities, leadership opportunities, physical activity, social-emotional learning, crafts, friendships, and a safe, supportive environment where they can learn and grow.

This is just the beginning of an exciting partnership that will create even more opportunities for our students and families!

✨ But first... let's make Summer 2026 a success!

✨ The Lincoln County YMCA Summer Day Camp is scheduled to be hosted right here at Winfield Intermediate School from June 29 – August 14. Campers will enjoy swimming, sports, STEM activities, arts & crafts, field trips, themed weeks, and unforgettable summer adventures!

SPECIAL OFFER: Register by June 15 and receive 10% OFF new summer camp registrations!

⚠️ We need your help! Summer camp enrollment is currently lower than expected. The YMCA will make decisions on July 15 regarding whether camps will continue as planned, be modified, or potentially canceled due to enrollment numbers. We would love to keep these valuable opportunities available for Winfield families, and strong registration numbers will help make that possible.

If you've been considering summer camp, now is the perfect time to sign up!

Together, let's support this exciting partnership and help ensure our students have access to these incredible YMCA programs both this summer and throughout the school year. ❤️🤍

06/04/2026

Warrior Community, We Need Your Help Understanding Proposition C.A.R.E.

As we look toward the future of Winfield R-IV, the Board of Education has voted to place Proposition C.A.R.E. (Community Action Reinvesting in Education) on the August 4, 2026 ballot.

First and most importantly:

✅ This is a ZERO-TAX-RATE-INCREASE proposal.
✅ Your total tax rate will remain exactly the same.
✅ No new taxes. No tax increase.

So what is Proposition C.A.R.E.?

Think of our school finances as having two separate buckets:

📚 Operating Fund – Pays for the day-to-day needs of our schools, including teacher and staff salaries, classroom materials, technology, utilities, and routine maintenance.

🏫 Debt Service Fund – Pays for voter-approved construction bonds and major facility projects.

Thanks to responsible financial management and paying down debt ahead of schedule, our district is in a position to reduce the amount needed in the Debt Service Fund. At the same time, rising costs for educational programs, utilities, supplies, and competitive salaries have placed increasing pressure on our Operating Fund, which is currently at Missouri’s minimum allowable rate.

Proposition C.A.R.E. simply transfers $.25 from one fund to the other:

➡️ Operating Fund: $2.75 → $3.00
⬅️ Debt Service Fund: $1.5755 → $1.3255

Total Tax Rate: $4.3255 (No Change)

If approved, this transfer will allow Winfield R-IV to reinvest in what matters most:

✔️ Recruiting and retaining outstanding teachers and staff
✔️ Supporting student learning and classroom resources
✔️ Maintaining safe, secure, and effective learning environments
✔️ Meeting rising operational costs without increasing the overall tax rate

Over the coming weeks, we'll continue sharing information and answering questions so every voter can make an informed decision before Election Day on August 4, 2026.

Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and schools. Together, we remain committed to building a stronger future for every Winfield Warrior.

05/29/2026

🌟 GIVE YOUR CHILD A SUMMER TO REMEMBER!

Looking for a summer filled with adventure, friendships, creativity, and FUN?

The Lincoln County YMCA Summer Day Camp is coming to Winfield Intermediate for children ages 5-12! Campers will enjoy:

✅ Outdoor games & sports
✅ STEM activities & crafts
✅ Swimming & field trips
✅ Weekly themed adventures like Color Clash 🌈, Around the World 🌎, Treasure Hunters ☠️, and Into the Wild 🦁

📅 June 29 – August 21
⏰ 7 AM – 5 PM
💲 $145/week for YMCA Members | $185/week for Non-Members

🔥 BONUS: Register by June 15 and receive 10% OFF new day camp registrations! 🔥

Spots are filling quickly: secure your child's summer adventure today!

05/29/2026

❤️🤍SUMMER MATTERS & SUMMER SCHOOL BEGINS JUNE 1st!❤️🤍

The Winfield R-IV School District is excited to welcome our Warriors for an amazing summer of learning, exploration, and fun! We are looking forward to a successful Summer Matters and Summer School session filled with engaging activities, academic growth, and memorable experiences.

Summer Matters & Summer School
June 1 - June 19
Doors Open Daily at 7:30 a.m.

❤️🤍 Grades K-8 Summer Matters & Summer School

📍 Winfield Primary School
207 8th Street
Winfield, MO 63389

📞 Office Phone: 636-668-8195

Summer Matters Secretary: Madison Wright

Building Principals:
• Mrs. Meyer
• Dr. Lecea
• Mr. Conner
• Mr. Yarolimek
• Mr. Kime

School Counselors:
• Mrs. Berry
• Mrs. Holmes

❤️🤍 High School Summer School

For Incoming 9th-12th Grade Students

📍 Winfield High School
3920 E. Hwy 47
Winfield, MO 63389

📞 Office Phone: 636-668-8130

Office Staff:
• Crystal Smith
• Michele Gallup

Building Principal:
• Mr. DeManuele

School Counselor:
• Mrs. Bauer

🍎FREE BREAKFAST & LUNCH

All Summer Matters and Summer School students will have the opportunity to enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch through the Seamless Summer Program.

❤️Breakfast and lunch are available at no cost to all enrolled students.

🤍Students who prefer not to participate in school meals may bring their own breakfast and/or lunch from home.

🚌 K-12 Summer School Bus Routes

Summer School transportation routes are available on our website or by using the links below:

🚌 Bus 15 – Hwy 47 / N&S Chantilly / N&S Ethlyn
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1uGBS4a3cfZsWwE9iKEL76GYUu4tSO8lx?usp=drive_link

🚌 Bus 14 – NW Corner / Mansion
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Ai5sI-i2s34Etrenz8sbSb4UspgPGZH9?usp=drive_link

🚌 Bus 7 – N79 / McIntosh / Sand Hill / N. Lindsey
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13yvSBaX_fGujPt430wgzn6co3-Gr7MRu?usp=drive_link

🚌 Bus 6 – Old Monroe / Hwy C / Maryknoll / Hwy 00
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CT6v76cgdRSrpa4SVeN4IiQi57cP2fpG?usp=drive_link

🚌 Bus 0 – Hwy Y / Blackmore / Hwy EE
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NCN_1rYxv2yc5guGQ1jT0rIWSlrgdBwJ?usp=drive_link

❤️🤍We are grateful for our dedicated staff, supportive families, and enthusiastic students who make Summer Matters and Summer School such a special part of the Winfield R-IV experience.

We can't wait to welcome our Warriors on June 1st and kick off a fantastic summer together!

05/21/2026

❤️🤍 Celebrating a Year of Excellence at Winfield Four School District 🤍❤️

As we close out the 2025–2026 school year, we proudly reflect on the dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment shown by our incredible Winfield Warriors staff. Throughout the year, our certified and classified team members gave their all each and every day to support, inspire, and empower our students and community.

To honor the outstanding work of our employees, we recently gathered for our annual Staff Awards Celebration; a special time to recognize the heart of our district. We proudly celebrated our Staff Members of the Year, both Certified and Classified, whose leadership, compassion, and excellence truly embody the Warrior spirit.

We also recognized those reaching important Years of Service milestones with our Winfield Service Pins, honoring the loyalty and dedication that continue to strengthen our district year after year.

Finally, we extend our deepest gratitude and congratulations to our retirees. Your years of service, care, and commitment have left a lasting impact on generations of students, families, and fellow staff members. You will always be a valued part of the Winfield Warrior family.

Thank you to every staff member for making this school year one filled with growth, achievement, and pride. The greatness of our Warriors shines brightly because of YOU!

05/18/2026

❤️🤍Happy Retirement to our Warriors! These retirees represent over 100 years of dedicated service to the students, families, and community. Their commitment, compassion, leadership, and impact have helped shape generations of learners and strengthened our district in countless ways.

Please join us as we celebrate and thank:

Heidi Bauer – 31 years
Kimberley Eller – 28 years
Peggy Joplin – 27 years
Nancy Hunter – 24 years
Lance Conner – 24 years
Lisa Nelsen – 21 years
Lori K***z – 19 years
Sandra Pignataro – 9 years
Brenda Harke – 4 years

We hope you will take a moment to congratulate them and help us celebrate their remarkable careers and lasting legacy at Winfield R-IV School District!❤️🤍

05/16/2026

❤️Congratulations Class of 2026❤️

05/15/2026

🎓 Tonight is the BIG night for the WHS Class of 2026! 🎓

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments, memories, and bright futures of our graduating seniors at the WHS Football Field tonight at 7:00 PM.

We are incredibly proud of this outstanding class and cannot wait to watch them take the next step in their journey. ❤️🤍

If you are unable to attend in person, we invite you to celebrate with us through our live stream on Winfield TV on YouTube.

📺 Watch live here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-Yi_noyPwk

Congratulations, Class of 2026: once a Warrior, always a Warrior! ❤️🤍

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