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 … [Read more...] about A Word From Mrs. Saxon – January/February
A Word From Mrs. Saxon- December
As we enter December, I want to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful highlights from November. Our Thanksgiving Parade and Assembly were shining examples of how students demonstrate the Rutherford Profile of a Graduate competencies. From their creativity in designing their parade projects, to their collaboration and communication in working together, they truly embodied excellence. It was inspiring to see their hard work and pride on full display. Washington students also continue to embrace our Word of the Week program. Throughout the past month, words like honesty, self control, and … [Read more...] about A Word From Mrs. Saxon- December
October/November at Washington
The start of fall at Washington School has been a season full of excitement, learning, and community! Our students have enjoyed everything from the Walk for Washington and the Book Fair to themed Spirit Days. We are looking forward to creative pumpkin decorating, and festive Halloween and Thanksgiving activities. Students have embraced our “Words of the Week, focusing on values like fairness, respect, responsibility, kindness, and honesty. To build executive functioning skills, our Backpack Challenge encourages students to take on the monthly task of keeping backpacks organized. It has been … [Read more...] about October/November at Washington
WELCOME BACK TO A NEW SCHOOL YEAR
I am pleased and honored to welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year at Washington Elementary School. The first day of school is Thursday, September 5. Letters were sent out with class assignments and instruction on access to the parent portal. Here is the link to the letter with the opening day information. We are so excited to open the doors and meet our students! … [Read more...] about WELCOME BACK TO A NEW SCHOOL YEAR
WELCOME to the 2024/2025 School Year
We are excited to welcome you to the new school year at Washington Elementary School. As we open our doors, we are thrilled to continue our journey of learning, growth, and achievement where together, we are committed to pursuing “Excellence for All”! The Student and Parent Handbook is updated annually and is available on the school website at the start of the school year. Please visit our website at www.rutherfordschools.org. Click on Washington School and then on Washington Quick Links. The Rutherford Public Schools Code of Conduct for K-3 can also be accessed via Quick Links. The … [Read more...] about WELCOME to the 2024/2025 School Year