The Friends of Winthrop
The FOW is a volunteer organization dedicated to the successful education of our children. We provide meaningful programs and events for parents, students and teachers, and engage in special projects that will support the school mission and community spirit. We work to connect and communicate with the school community by providing school and family directories, newsletters, and having a FOW representative (room parent) for each classroom. The FOW is also dedicated to fundraising to support the school staff and enhance the educational experiences of our students.
What does it mean to be a FOW member?
As a parent of a child at Winthrop School, you are automatically a member of the FOW. Attend a meeting or volunteer for an event. Being a part of the FOW is your opportunity to meet other parents, teachers and the principal. Through the FOW, you will stay informed and involved in your child’s education and can participate in discussions shaping your child’s experience at school.
Where do I get information?
We use a variety of methods to communicate including: the Winthrop School Newsletter, the FOW website (www.friendsofwinthrop.com), the FOW Facebook page, as well as notes in your child’s backpack. Agendas for meetings are published in advance on our website, along with FOW chair names and contact information. Minutes from the meetings are also posted.
2025-2026 Friends of Winthrop Committee Leaders
Board Members | ||
Co-Chair | Faith Polonski | faithannpolonskigmail.com |
Co-Chair | Jenna Aiello | j.jennaaiello@gmail.com |
Treasurer | Chris Moffett | christopherjmoffett@gmail.com |
Secretary | Courtney Utz | utzcourtney@gmail.com |
Grade-Level Liaisons | ||
Parent/Teacher Liaison | Tory Eskelsen | tory.field@gmail.com |
5th Grade Liaisons |
Kate Tschudy & Christine Mulvehill |
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Kindergarten Liaison | TBD | |
Preschool Liaison | TBD | |
Year-Round Positions | ||
Apparel | Teresa Deleon | |
Cultural Enrichment | Katie Alcott | Katie.Morico@gmail.com |
Directory | TBD | |
Landscaping | TBD |
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Public Outreach | Courtney Gibbs | cbarasanti@gmail.com |
School Committee Liaison | Amy Kunberger | amy.kunberger@gmail.com |
Volunteer Coordinator | Faith Polonski | friendsofwinthrop@gmail.com |
Website | Faith Polonski | friendsofwinthrop@gmail.com |
Yearbook | Courtney Utz & Eileen Livermore | FOWYearbook@gmail.com |
Event Coordinators | ||
Curriculum Night Parent Meet Up | Jenna Aiello & Faith Polonski |
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Halloween Happenings | Kelly Fay & Heather Georgalis | FOWHalloweenHappenings@gmail.com |
Book Fair | Jessica Hauck | jesshauck13@gmail.com |
Holiday Boutique | Faith Polonski | FOWHolidayBoutique@gmail.com |
Family Movie Night | TBD | |
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week | Jenna Aiello, Courtney Utz | J.JennaAiello@gmail.com |
Winthrop Classic | Kelly Fay | KShea120@gmail.com |
Upcoming Events
- Thursday, September 4
- Monday, September 8
- Wednesday, September 10
- Wednesday, September 17
- Monday, October 6
- Tuesday, October 7
- Wednesday, October 8
- Monday, October 13
- Friday, October 24
- Tuesday, October 28
- Monday, November 3
- Tuesday, November 4
- Tuesday, November 11
- Wednesday, November 12
- Wednesday, November 26
- Thursday, November 27
- Friday, November 28
- Saturday, December 6