Welcome Back and Happy New Year, Washington Families!
I hope you had a joyful holiday season. I am excited to welcome you back as we begin 2025 together. As the winter season approaches, I want to keep you all informed and prepared for the months ahead. Here are some important dates and reminders.
- School closures/Delays/Early Dismissals: Stay updated on weather-related announcements via our website, email, and phone alerts.
- Dress warmly: Please ensure students come to school with warm coats, hats, gloves and scarves as they will need these items for outdoor recess when the weather permits.
- Safety: Remind students to be cautious when walking or playing in snowy and icy conditions. Please help us support safety in the winter by encouraging children to walk slowly and not allowing students to pick up snow and ice on the school grounds.
- Word of the Week: Each week we focus on a new word which is infused in our daily announcements and activities. We encourage you to discuss the word of the week with your children at home. Words of the Week for January are Joyful, Dependable, and Trust.
- Arrival/Dismissal: The safety of our students is a top priority. Please help us maintain a safe environment during arrival and dismissal by following the procedures outlined in our handbook, such as no double parking or parking in the yellow- marked areas, to ensure the smooth flow of traffic and the safety of all students. We understand that arrival and dismissal can be hectic. Please be patient and considerate of other drivers and pedestrians. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Upcoming Events for January/February
- January 20: Schools closed-Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- January 23: One Session Day/Parent-Teacher Conferences
- January 24: School Closed/Parent-Teacher Conferences
- January 31: All School Sing/Spirit Day- Wear Bulldog Gear or Blue/White
- February 7: Parent Academy -Anxious Generation K-3 at Washington School Library/8:50 AM
- February 7: Friendship Fun Night 6:30 PM.
- February 13: 100th Day of School
- February 14,17: School Closed/Winter Recess
- February 25-26: Scooterville
- February 28: All School Sing/Spirit Day- Wear Bulldog Gear or Blue/White
A huge thank you to everyone who participated in our Giving Tree Initiative to help support the Bergen County Animal Shelter. Your kindness and generosity is greatly appreciated.
I look forward to a joyful and safe winter season for all our students and families.
Warm regards,
Jessica Saxon