WMS After School Activities

8th Grade - Competitive

Registration is handled through the WSHS Activities Office. Click on the link below. 

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5th and 6th Grade - Non-competitive

5th and 6th grade boys will work on their skills and play intramural games. This year our program will align with the practice drills and skills that the Winhawk High School teams follow.  Our goal is for the kids to have fun, but also prepare them for their competitive middle school baseball season. 

In case of inclement weather, we may start this program indoors conditioning at the Winona Middle School pool/fitness center.

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5th-6th Grade Noncompetitive - BOYS

5th and 6th grade boys will practice skills, drills, and ball control. Teams will be formed and intramural games will be played.  Emphasis will be on preparing participants for competitive play as 7th graders. Practice will be held at W-K Elementary. Students will be bused to W-K. Parents must pick up at the end of practice at W-K.

5th-6th Grade Noncompetitive - GIRLS

5th and 6th grade girls will practice skills, drills, and ball control. Teams will be formed and intramural games will be played.  Emphasis will be on preparing participants for competitive play as 7th graders. Practice will be held at Jefferson Elementary. Students will be bused to Jefferson. Parents must pick up at the end of practice at Jefferson.

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

Boys basketball practice starts at the end of October, while the girls start right after winter break. All practices are at Winona Middle School and begin right after the school day. Grade 8 plays in the big gym, while Grade 7 plays in the small gym. The season consists of 12-16 games against teams in the surrounding areas. The teams play in the Three Rivers Conference (Wisconsin).

The boys team plays first (October-December), then the girls team (January-March).

Registration is handled through the WSHS Activities Office. Click on the link below. 

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The Adapted Bowling team consists of three different divisions: Cognitively Impaired (CI), Physical Impaired (PI) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Our mission is to provide every student athlete with an inclusive opportunity to be a part of a team where they will develop bowling skills, teamwork, strong work ethic, commitment, confidence and have fun with friends! Our season runs from the end of February to the middle of May and takes place at Westgate Bowl. All equipment is provided for students, including adapted equipment that may be needed. Up-to-date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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5th-8th Grade Noncompetitive 

Grab your tennis shoes, shorts and get your best cheer moves ready. Cheerleaders will practice two times a week. They will work on cheers, kicks, formations, and above all, have FUN! Uniforms will be provided while they cheer at a 7th and an 8th grade home football game. No experience is necessary. Show your Winhawk school spirit and get ready to "Bring It On!"

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5th-6th Grade Noncompetitive

***Cancelled for 2024-2025***
It’s time to find your stride! Students will run daily, short and long distances. Participants will run a 5K early on to test their time, and again at season’s end to gauge their improvement. Runners will encourage each other and learn to run as a team. Grab your shoes, make sure they are laced, it’s time to find your Winhawk pace!

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

All runners, male and female, will practice and compete with the high school team as grades 7-12 are all part of the same program. Practice typically starts on the second Monday in August and will start at the high school. Our only home meet will be held in Winona towards the end of September each year. Each meet has different races based on ability, so all runners (7-12) will run in the same meets. Up to date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices or on the Cross Country Website.

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Fall Dance Team Training (Grades 7-12)

Fall Dance Team Training is open to all students (including beginners) in grades 7-12 who want to prepare for the upcoming competitive dance team season. Trainings will be held in the Winona Senior High School Gym.

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5th-6th Grade Noncompetitive

Do you love to dance? We will teach you the basics of hip hop, jazz, and high kick dance. Dance team is for dancers of all levels and experience.  There will be a performance for parents at season’s end to show off what participants have learned.

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

The competitive dance season starts at the end of October. Girls can choose to participate in Jazz, Kick or both. Practices are held in a number of places within the district. Our home met is held at the high school. The season consists of 6-10 competitions including Big 9, sections and possibly State. 

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5th-8th Grade Noncompetitive

It’s Dodge Ball time!! Grab a few friends, your tennis shoes, and get signed up now. Participants will learn several variations of the game of Dodge Ball and get some great exercise while doing it. This is for boys and girls of all levels.

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Students in Grades 7 and 8 are encouraged to come and prepare for a sport or develop a healthy lifestyle. All students must be registered and have a sports physical on file before they can participate. Students must sign up daily in the After School Activities Office to be able to attend.

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Adapted Floor Hockey is for students with cognitive impairments and students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The coaches are in contact with case managers. The season starts in mid-December and runs through mid-February.  Practices are held in the small gym at the WMS and games are held in the big gym at the WMS. All games are played against other Winona Senior High School varsity teams.  Up-to-date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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5th-6th Grade Noncompetitive Flag Football
Are you ready for some football? Do you love football, but tackle football isn't quite for your? Flag football participants will learn the basics of football: throwing, receiving, kicking, etc. Teams will be formed and games will be played. Teams will develop plays with the help of their coach. Athletes will have the opportunity to play and learn different positions.

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7th-8th Competitive Football 

7th-8th grade football will start practicing on Monday, Aug. 19. Practice times will be from 3:30-5:30 p.m. On Monday, Aug. 19, there will be an equipment handout at the Winona Middle School starting at 2:30 p.m. for those athletes who still need equipment. All athletes must be registered, paid and have a current sports physical on file to start the season. Athletes should come to practice in shirt, shorts and cleats/athletic shoes. A parent-athlete meeting will be held after the season starts. Please contact the After School Activities Office with any further questions at 507-494-1060 or coach Tommy Sawyer at thomas.sawyer@winona.k12.mn.us.

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5th-6th Grade Noncompetitive

Let's go golfing!  This class is designed for students who possess basic golf skills and know the etiquette of the game. During this session, the goal will be to improve your skills.  This class is not intended for beginners.  Participants will be transported to Cedar Valley Golf Course via a route bus.  Students will practice on the driving range, putting green, and play holes on the Monster course.  Parents MUST pick up their child at the Golf Course.  Participants must provide their own clubs and golf balls (which can be stored at Cedar Valley during this session).

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

All golfers, male and female, will practice and play with the high school team. We do not offer middle school teams. Practice typically starts on the third Monday in March and if indoors, will be in the high school wrestling room. Once outdoor, we practice and play at The Bridges. Once finalized, schedules can be found on Big 9 Conference. Up to date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

Gymnastics practice starts around the third Monday in November. All practices are at Kidsport. (WInona Mall) Home meets are held in the large Middle School Gym. We have a Varsity and JV team. All middle school gymnasts would compete on one of those two teams. Once finalized, schedules can be found on Big 9 Conference. Up to date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

The girls ice hockey practice starts during the last week of October while the boys ice hockey practice starts around the second week of November. All practices are at the Winona Bud King Ice Arena and practice time will be determined by the rink schedule. The girls season lasts until approximately the end of January where playoffs will start; while the boys season will last through mid February and then their playoffs will start. The season consists of approximately 25 games and playoffs. Students in 7th and 8th grade that choose this option will play with the high school teams. Those that do not want to play for the high school this early should talk with a high school coach, the activities director, or the Winona Youth Hockey Association for other options.    .

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

All Nordic Skiers, male and female, will practice and compete with the high school team. We do not offer middle school teams. Practice typically starts on the third Monday in November. Until we receive snow, the teams will practice with roller skies around the high school. Once we have adequate snow, the team will move practices and all home meets to St. Mary's University. We do have equipment for any person that would like to try Nordic Skiing but does not want to invest in equipment of their own. Once finalized, schedules can be found on Big 9 Conference. Up to date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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5th-6th Grade Nonompetitive

***Cancelled for 2024-2025***

Are you a soccer fanatic, or are you just interested in learning the game? Either way, soccer is a great game to play. Students will be taught the basics of soccer and ball control. They will run drills, work on skills, and play intramural games. Participants will play different positions so they can find their niche. Grab your shin guards and let the games begin!

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

Soccer practice starts around the second week in August. All practices are at the high school or Paul Giel. The season consist of approximately 8-16 games from team in the surrounding areas. We do not have specific middle school boys or girls teams. All middle school soccer players will play with the high school teams. Once finalized, schedules can be found on Big 9 Conference. Up to date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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5th-6th Grade Noncompetitive

5th & 6th grade girls will work on skills and play intramural games on Monday through Thursday.  This year our program will align with the practice drills and skills that the Winhawk High School teams follow.  Our goal is to have fun, but also prepare our players for their middle school competitive softball season.

In case of inclement weather, we may start this program indoors conditioning at the Winona Middle School pool/fitness center.

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

All 7th and 8th grade girls are invited to participate at the high school level this spring for softball. The registration link below takes you to the high school registration system.

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5th-6th Grade Co-Ed Noncompetitive

Calling all swimmers! Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced, you are encouraged to join. Swimmers will learn new strokes or perfect the ones they already know. There will also be plenty of fun time as well. Our coaches are qualified instructors and lifeguards. Bring a suit and a towel from home and let's jump on in!

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7th-8th Grade Competitive - Swim & Dive

All Swimmers and Divers, male and female, will practice and compete in the high school pool if you are a swimmer and at the middle school pool if you are a diver. We do not offer middle school teams. Practice typically starts on the third Monday in August for the female Swim and Dive Team and the last Monday in November for the male Swim and Dive Team. All ability levels are welcome top participate. Up to date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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5th-6th Grade Co-Ed Noncompetitive

Grab your racket and let's head to the court! This program is for all tennis levels. Participants will work on new skills while perfecting their current ones. You will play intramural games against your friends, new and old. Practice is held at the middle school.

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

All tennis players, male and female, will practice and play with the high school team. We do not offer middle school teams. Practice typically starts on the third Monday in August for the female tennis players and the third Monday in March for the male tennis players. Our home courts are at the middle school, but we also play JV at the Bandshell Courts (Lake Park) and at Cotter if the weather is bad.  Up to date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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5th-6th Grade Noncompetitive

Are you good at running, jumping, and throwing?  If so, track is the sport for you.  There is an event for everyone in this sport.  This event is open to all 5th and 6th grade boys and girls who want to learn about the variety of events track has to offer.  This is also a great way to get in shape.  Grab your tennis shoes and join the fun!

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

Track and Field will start around the middle of March. All practices will be at the high school and meets will be held at Paul Giel Field. We compete in the Three Rivers Conference and will attend the conference championship every year. Typically, we attend 5-6 meets a season. Up to date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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Please click the button below to register for Trap Shooting. The link will take you to the high school registration page.

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5th-6th Grade Noncompetitive

It's time to get your bump, set, spike going! Volleyball players, whether you know the game or not, are encouraged to join. This popular girls sport will keep you moving while you learn and perfect your skills. If you hope to play Winhawk volleyball someday, this is the starting point for you. Sign up now, you may just have an "ace" in you.  

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7th-8th Grade Competitive 

7th-8th grade volleyball will start practicing on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at the Winona Middle School. Practices for the first week are as follows:

• Tuesday, Sept. 3: 3:30-5:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Sept. 4: 3:30-5:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Sept. 5: 3:30-5:30 p.m.

There is no practice on Friday, Sept. 6 for Rally Day.

Volleyball players will need the following for the first day of practice: athletic shorts/shirt (no crop tops or belly shirts), tennis shoes, knee pads, hair tied back, and a water bottle. All athletes must be registered, paid and have a current sports physical on file to start the season. A parent-athlete meeting will be held after the season starts. Please contact the After School Activities Office with any further questions at 507-494-1060 or coach Kayla Lager at kayla.lager@winona.k12.mn.us.

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Winona Area Youth Wrestling Warriors Warehouse

FLYER

We are gearing up for the 2023-24 youth wrestling season! Warriors Warehouse is open to boys and girls in kindergarten through 8th grade. This is a chance to learn some basic wrestling skills, get some great exercise, and have FUN!  Coaches for this program will be John Alexander (experienced) and Bill Schmidt (beginners).  All sessions/seasons will be held at the Warriors Warehouse (Winona Mall - 1213 Gilmore Avenue). 

Registration questions should be directed to the After School Activities Office at 507-494-1060.  Questions, concerns, or suggestions for the wrestling program can be directed to:  Bill Schmidt at 507-454-5277 or williamaschmidt@yahoo.com.

Beginners - Free Practice Sessions

• Ages: Grades K-6
• When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Nov. 28-Dec. 21
• Time: 5:30-6:45 p.m.
• Cost: Free

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Beginners - Regular Season

• Ages: Grades K-6
• When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 2-Feb. 29
• Time: 5:30-6:45 p.m.
• Cost: $30 per athlete/$50 per family

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Experienced - Regular Season

• Ages: Grades 3-8
• When: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Nov. 27-March 28 
• Time: 4-5:30 p.m.
• Cost: $125

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7th-8th Grade Competitive

All wrestlers, male and female, will practice and play with the high school team. We do not offer middle school teams. Practice typically starts on the third Monday in November. Our practice facility is near the high school gym with all home competitions taking place in the high school gym. Once finalized, schedules can be found on Big 9 Conference. Up to date information can be found in the middle school or high school activities offices.

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