The Winston School San Antonio

Meet Karen Ruiz, M.A., NCSP, the first featured Evaluator in our three-part introduction series! 💙

Ms. Ruiz is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist who joined WSSA in 2023. She earned her Master of Arts in School Psychology from The University of Texas at San Antonio and brings experience from San Antonio ISD, North East ISD, and A.I.M., where WSSA was one of the schools she supported during her practicum.

Her professional background includes working as a school psychologist, tutor in Title I schools, academic coach for students with disabilities, and instructional assistant in a Head Start program. She also has experience in applied behavior analysis, behavior interventions, and research focused on mindfulness-based interventions for test anxiety and academic performance.

Ms. Ruiz is passionate about supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth, and we are grateful to have her as part of the WSSA community!

One week into summer, and we’re already looking back on all the fun from our end-of-year celebrations! 🎉

From classroom parties to grade-level festivities, the final days of school were filled with laughter, memories, and moments worth celebrating. It was such a special way to close out an incredible school year together.

We hope our students, faculty, staff, and families are enjoying a well-deserved start to summer break. We’re smiling thinking back on all the joy that filled our halls during those last few days on campus. 💙

ADHD is often misunderstood as simply being “easily distracted” or “too energetic," but there is so much more beneath the surface.

Many students with ADHD are creative thinkers, passionate learners, innovative problem-solvers, and deeply curious individuals. They often bring energy, enthusiasm, big ideas, and unique perspectives to the classroom and community.

When students are supported in the ways they learn best, their strengths have the opportunity to shine!

Every learner is different. Every learner is valuable.

✨ Free Community Reading Screening (K–3rd) ✨

We are offering our first-ever free community reading screening designed to provide a brief review of your child’s reading skills and help identify whether they may be at risk for reading difficulties.

📅 Friday, June 12, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 The Center for Neurodiversity at The Winston School San Antonio
8565 Ewing Halsell Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229

⏱️ Each screening is approximately 30–45 minutes
📌 Appointments are first-come, first-served
📝 Registration and completion of intake + consent are required prior to participation

🔗 Schedule your appointment by scanning the QR Code within the post or by using this link: https://tinyurl.com/CNDscreening

What to expect:
Your child will participate in brief, standardized reading tasks.

Families will receive brief verbal feedback and a written summary report including:
✔ Reading strengths
✔ Areas needing support
✔ Next-step recommendations

Important Information:
This is not a diagnostic evaluation and does not determine special education eligibility. It is an early screening tool only to guide instruction and consider whether further evaluation may be appropriate.

⚠️ Children who have previously received a psychoeducational or FIE evaluation, or who have already been evaluated for dyslexia or other reading or learning difficulties, are not eligible for this screening service.

💙 Our goal is early identification and support for emerging reading difficulties using evidence-informed screening practices.

On the last day of school, our Middle School students took part in one of our newest traditions: Middle School Olympics! 🏅

Students were divided into teams named after our core values: Kindness, Collaboration, Excellence, and Integrity. What makes this tradition especially meaningful is how the teams are chosen. Students nominate one another for the value they feel best represents each individual. Those who shared the same voted value became teammates for the day!

It was a wonderful celebration of teamwork, character, school spirit, and the values that help shape our community each day.

Reminder: Our offices are closed today, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day ❤️🤍💙

As we pause to honor and remember those who made sacrifices in service to our country, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday.

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

As a school community that proudly supports military-connected students and families, we also recognize the strength and sacrifice carried by military children and loved ones. Their resilience, courage, and service behind the scenes are deeply valued and appreciated.

Today, we remember those who gave their lives in service and reflect with gratitude on the families who continue to carry their legacy forward.

In observance of the Holiday, our offices will be closed May 25-26th.

What a wonderful way to close out the school year. ☀️🍔

On the last day of school, our faculty & staff gathered together for a celebratory cookout to recognize all of the accomplishments, growth, and memories from this year. A huge thank you to our amazing Facilities Team for grilling and helping make the day so special for everyone.

We also wrapped up the year with staff superlatives, lots of laughter, and time together as a community: the perfect ending to an incredible school year.

Thank you to all of our faculty & staff for the heart, dedication, and care you pour into our students every single day. Have a wonderful summer break!

Save the Date: Sept 13, 2026 🎯🤠

The 3rd Annual Wild, Wild Winston Clay Shoot is back. Get ready for a day on the range to benefit our Athletic Programming.

Join in the fun. We are taking commitments now for sponsors, teams of four and individual participants.

For details and registration contact the Advancement Office at 210-615-7485.
See you there.

Celebrating growth, achievement, and so many special moments.

Our Lower School Awards Ceremony was a wonderful opportunity to recognize the hard work, perseverance, and accomplishments of our K-6 students throughout the year. From academic achievements to personal growth, we are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished.

Watching our students learn, grow, and shine has been such a joy, and we can’t wait to see all they continue to achieve in the years ahead. 👏

And just like that, another incredible school year comes to a close. ☀️

From classrooms filled with learning and growth to moments of laughter, friendship, and unforgettable memories, this year was one to remember! We are so proud of all our students, teachers, and families for the heart they poured into this school year.

Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and joy-filled summer. We can’t wait to see what next year brings. 💛