Happy New Year! I trust that the holiday season was peaceful and relaxing for you and your families. As we turn the page on this New Year, we look forward to these next few months with great anticipation. Having successfully completed the first trimester, our students are now ready to make even greater strides. The pace at each grade level has intensified, and the students are stepping up to meet new challenges. Please read on to learn more about school happenings and important, upcoming events. Giving Tree Thanks to all of our Washington School families who contributed to our Giving … [Read more...] about January/February 2024
September 2023
Dear Parents/Guardians: On behalf of our entire staff at Washington School, welcome for the 2023-2024 school year! I trust that you have had a relaxing and enjoyable summer with your respective families. While much information has been provided to you through our summer correspondences, there is still more to share. Please take the time to read on so that you will be well informed with regard to school policies and procedures. I look forward to working with you as partners in education. Student Parent Handbook and Code of Conduct Our Student/Parent Handbook is an important reference … [Read more...] about September 2023
Spring 2023
Welcome Spring! As we transition into the third trimester, I look forward to continued growth for all of our students academically, socially, and emotionally. Our staff has been working hard to ensure that our students achieve grade level benchmarks and milestones. We have been focused on activities and messaging that encourage and build a Growth Mindset culture. As parents, you play an important role in all of these initiatives. We welcome our partnership and encourage your involvement in helping your children reach their full potential. Please read on for more information about school … [Read more...] about Spring 2023
Rutherford Art Work on Display in Park Avenue Tunnel
The Boro of Rutherford revitalized the pedestrian tunnel on Park Avenue (that connects Park Ave to the Kip Parking Garage) and the art department is excited to showcase student artwork in their new displays. Art students in Grades 1-12 are represented and we are thrilled that the public will be able to see the wonderful work our kids do under the direction of our district art teachers. We are thankful for our art teachers Laura Clossey, Stephanie Natiello, Alexis Klubeck, Stephanie Castellano, Veronica Grillo, and Steve Mett for continually challenging our students to create beautiful and … [Read more...] about Rutherford Art Work on Display in Park Avenue Tunnel
January/February, 2023
Happy New Year! I trust that the holiday season was peaceful and relaxing for you and your family. As we turn the page on this New Year, we look forward to these next few months with great anticipation. Having successfully completed the first trimester, our students are now ready to make even greater strides. The pace at each grade level has intensified, and the students are stepping up to meet new challenges. Please read on to learn more about school happenings and important, upcoming events. Mitten Tree Thanks to all of our Washington School families who contributed to our Mitten (and … [Read more...] about January/February, 2023