Dear Parents and Guardians, As we move swiftly towards the holiday season, I am pleased with the progress we have all made through the fall, thus far. Our learning environment in the building has been very positive and energizing. Our students and staff have settled into productive academic routines as we’ve returned to fully, in-person learning once again. As things continue to get back to normal, please be on the lookout for information regarding Thanksgiving activities. Thank you to all who attended and enjoyed our annual Halloween parade. It was great to bring back that … [Read more...] about November, 2021
Summer Enrichment Academy 2021
Registration is now open for the 2021 Summer Enrichment Academy. The program is open to students registered in the Rutherford Public Schools who will be entering Kindergarten through third grade in September 2021. Space is limited and on a first come, first served basis. Information about the program and registration forms can be found on the attached brochure. Once registration forms are completed, fees will be assigned to you on the Payforit website. Any questions, please contact Darlene Monochello at [Read more...] about Summer Enrichment Academy 2021
February/March, 2021
As we have begun Phase 4, we have also transitioned into the second half of the 2020-2021 school year. I commend our staff for a job very well done over the first half of the year, and I look forward to the spring with great energy and excitement. Our students have responded so well in both the in-person and virtual learning cohorts. I/we appreciate the support we have received from our Washington School families. I encourage parents to reach out to your child’s teacher or to me if we can be of further assistance in helping your child navigate this unique school year. Please read on for more … [Read more...] about February/March, 2021
January, 2021
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. Our staff continues to be engaged in professional development through our ongoing partnership with the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. We are also actively involved in … [Read more...] about January, 2021
December, 2020
The holiday season can be a wonderful time of reflection and appreciation. At Washington School, we are fortunate to have the support from all the families that make up our school community. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with our students each day. With much appreciation, and on behalf of our entire staff at Washington School, I extend our best wishes for a relaxing and joy-filled holiday season with family and friends! Mr. Mulcahy … [Read more...] about December, 2020