Movement, music, and lots of smiles filled the gym this week at Ridgeway! Our Kindergarten–3rd grade students danced their way through a fun PE unit, while our 4th and 5th graders took aim as they kicked off a two-week archery unit. The highlight? On Friday, our kindergarteners proudly shared their newly mastered bunny-hopping moves with the preschoolers—proving that learning is even better when it’s shared. Fun was had by all! 🐰🎯
about 1 month ago, Ridgeway Community School
Ridgeway night at the WSU Basketball Games is Saturday, January 10th. Ridgeway families are invited to attend the Winona State University Basketball Games against MN State-Moorhead. Ridgeway K-5 students who were members of our November and December basketball clubs or who can attend a special practice this Friday, January 9th, will be able to attend the games for free with a paying adult, and participate in a basketball scrimmage and/or drill activity at halftime of the women's game (@ 6:00 p.m.).
The men's game starts at 3:30 p.m., and the women's game starts at 5:30 p.m.
Students who want to participate in the halftime activity should arrive at the McCown Gymnasium (175 West Mark St.) by 5:15 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. No Cash is accepted at the door. General Admission tickets cost $11.20 for adults, and $6.80 for K-12 students. Children under 5 are free.
Ridgeway K-5 Students need to register in advance for this activity by completing the form that was emailed to families. We are looking forward to a great night of basketball!
about 2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
The Parenting Class at Ridgeway Community School, scheduled to start this evening, is a go, as there are enough families signed up to hold the class. However, there is still space for a couple of other families to participate. If you haven't taken an ECFE Parenting Class before and are interested in checking out this Parenting Class geared for parents of 1 to 9-year-olds, you can attend tonight's class for free before deciding if you want to attend the remaining four classes.
The 5-week evening ECFE Parenting Class runs from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. The class begins tonight and runs weekly through February 4th. A light supper will be available from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m., and then parents and children will separate for an hour-long discussion facilitated by a licensed parent educator. Content and childcare will be geared toward children ages 1-9 (3rd Grade). During our first week, group members will share their areas of interest, which will guide discussions on the topics that matter most to YOU for the remaining four weeks.
For more information, email
lynnea.pfohl@winona.mn.us.
There is a sliding scale fee to participate.
Registration is done through Winona Area Public Schools' ECFE Parenting Class at the following link:
https://winonaschools.arux.app/.../fall.../ecfe-at-ridgewayabout 2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
4th & 5th Environmental Science Fair Open House - Jan. 22, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Ridgeway Community School will hold an Open House on Thursday, January 22nd, featuring an Environmental Science Fair by the school's 4th and 5th-grade students. The event will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the school's multi-purpose room. Tours of the school will be available for families interested in enrolling for the 2026-27 school year.
about 2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
The students and staff of Ridgeway Community School wish all of our families, friends and neighbors Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
about 2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Ridgeway's first graders used inspiration from the book" Imogene's Antlers" by David Small to write their own imaginative stories about antlers growing out of their heads. They had some fun and clever ideas!
about 2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Ridgeway's Kindergarten to 5th graders left the school in the hands of the preschoolers on Monday and headed into Winona for their annual Fun Day Before Winter Break. The students sang some carols at Merchants Bank and then headed over to Westgate Bowl for lunch and some bowling fun. We would like to thank Merchants Bank and Westgate Bowl for hosting us, as well as the parents, grandparents, and staff who assisted with the outing. We also greatly appreciate our awesome parent support organization, RPAC, for paying for this fun outing. We are sorry that we had to cancel singing at the Watkins home due to the 2-hour late start, but we hope to sing for the residents there next year on our Winter Break Fun Day outing.
2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Due to the deteriorating driving conditions, Ridgeway's Piano and Guitar recital, originally scheduled for Thursday, December 18th has been rescheduled until Thursday, January 15th at 6:15 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, and will feature over 30 current and former Ridgeway Community School students performing on the piano, guitar or both instruments.
2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
These Ridgeway alumni participated in the recent dance competition at Winona Senior High School. Eisley C., and Norah M. represented Houston and LARP respectively; while Willa B., Malia B, and Haylee S., danced with Winona, which placed first in both the Jazz and Kick events. Finally, Hannah H., a former Winona team member, is now coaching the Rochester Century team. Congratulations to all and best wishes on the rest of your competitive dance season!
2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Congratulations to Ridgeway's Fall semester student teachers who graduated yesterday from Winona State University. Miss. White and Miss. Hegge did a wonderful job of connecting with, and teaching our 4th and 5th grade students under the leadership of Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Krings. We are excited to announce that Miss. Hegge will be returning to work next semester with the preschool students at Ridgeway Community School as our Early Learning Corps Member. Best wishes to both of them in their education careers!
2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Due to illness, Ridgeway Community School's annual Winter Holiday Concert has been rescheduled to Friday, December 19th at 12:45 p.m.. Unfortunately, due to schedule conflicts this will be the only Winter Concert Performance this year. The concert is open to the public, and those attending are asked to bring a donation to the 10 Days of Giving Food Drive, if they have not already made a donation.
2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Due to the blowing and drifting snow and poor driving conditions, Ridgeway Community School will have a delayed start on Wednesday, December 10th.
This means the following changes will take place:
* K-5 School: will start at 9:45 a.m. and dismiss at the regular 2:15 p.m. dismissal time.
• Preschool: We start preschool at 8:45 a.m.
• Transportation: Buses will pick students up two hours after their regular pickup time.
• Morning Childcare: Childcare will be offered from 6:30 a.m. until school starts. Families will be charged for childcare until 9:00 a.m. at the regular after-school care rates.
• School Breakfast: A simple breakfast of Pop-Tarts, or a muffin, milk, and juice will be served from 7:00 to 7:45 a.m.
2 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Ridgeway's parent support organization, RPAC, hosted a wonderful Family Fun Night on Friday evening. They provided STEM activities and popcorn, while families enjoyed playing games and visiting with Santa Claus, who stopped by to listen to students' Christmas wishes and share some treats. Thanks to everyone who helped make this event a success! Happy Holidays to all of our families and friends!
3 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Join us for RPAC's annual Santa Family Fun Night on Friday, December 5th. The event runs from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. with games and fun STEM and craft activities to choose from. Santa visits from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., so stop by and get your picture taken with him. A popcorn snack will be provided at this FREE family event.
3 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
The staff, board and students of Ridgeway Community School wish our family and friends a very Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for the support of our families and community!
3 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
We were lucky to hold Ridgeway's November Little Jays Playgroup on a warm day which allowed for indoor and outdoor play. Some tasty snacks and a fun story time rounded out our "Building with Little Jays" Morning. Little Jays are invited to our next family event a game and makerspace (craft) night and a visit from Santa on Friday, December 5th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Thanks to RPAC for supporting this activity!
3 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Ridgeway students were treated to a "Pop-Up" performance by two members of the Winona Symphony Orchestra this week. The students enjoyed listening to the orchestra members and learning about their violins and their experience as musicians. The Orchestra will be performing several chamber music concerts over the winter months at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, prior to their season finale symphony concert on May 2, 2026. Find out when you can catch the full orchestra performances on their website at:
https://www.winonasymphony.org/events-and-tickets/concerts/. They will also be performing a children's concert "The Life of Babar" for area students on February 24th.
3 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Ridgeway Community School held its Veterans Recognition Program on Monday. The event included a song and some readings by the students, an introduction of our veteran guests, and a slide show by Ridgeway area community members who participated in the most recent La Crosse Freedom Honor Flight to Washington D.C. The event wrapped up with a luncheon featuring Stinson's locally raised ham, scalloped potatoes and local Green Beans from SnoPac Foods in Caledonia. The students and staff of Ridgeway Community School wish to thank all area veterans for their service to our country!
3 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Ridgeway Community School will host its November Little Jays Playgroup on Saturday, November 15th, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. This FREE Family Playgroup Event is for all 2 to 6-year-olds and their caregivers. There will be building and other creative play activities, as well as large-motor activities, including a bounce house and a climbing wall. A craft, story time featuring the 3 Little Pigs, and a healthy snack will also be provided. Photos show children having fun at our last Little Jays Building-Fun Playgroup in April, 2024. Tours of Ridgeway Community School's Preschool and Kindergarten Classrooms are available for throughout and just after the event. Preregistration for this event is requested to help us make sure we have enough craft supplies and snacks for all who attend. Click on this form to register so we have enough craft and snack supplies on hand for everyone who wants to attend:
https://forms.gle/2uSFfTokHiU7vP98A3 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
Ridgeway's preschool to 5th-grade students had a fun Halloween Parade and classroom parties to wrap up the day today. Have a safe and fun Halloween Evening tonight everyone!
4 months ago, Ridgeway Community School
