As we enter the winter months, Washington School is filled with excitement, tradition, and community spirit. We closed out November with our traditional Thanksgiving Parade, where each class designed its own creative “float” and proudly paraded outside for families to enjoy. This long-standing tradition continues to bring joy, creativity, and togetherness to our school community. In December and January, Washington School will support the Rutherford Food Pantry through our winter donation drive. We encourage families to contribute if they are able—every item makes a meaningful … [Read more...] about December-January

The school year is well underway, and it has been wonderful to see our students settling into routines and thriving at Washington School. This fall has already been filled with energy, learning, and community spirit. We are excited for upcoming events such as the Walk for Washington, where students will join together to celebrate healthy habits while supporting our school. October will also bring the Book Fair, always a favorite tradition, along with themed Spirit Days that showcase our creativity and school pride. Students can look forward to our annual pumpkin decorating and the festive … [Read more...] about October-November

I am pleased and honored to welcome you to the 2025–2026 school year at Washington Elementary School. We’re looking forward to a year filled with learning, growth, and connection. The first day of school is Thursday, September 4. Class assignment letters have been posted in the portal, and instructions for accessing the Parent Portal have been emailed. To review important details about the first day and our school opening procedures, please refer to this Link. The Student and … [Read more...] about WELCOME BACK TO A NEW SCHOOL YEAR

As we head into the final stretch of the school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible energy and excitement that filled our halls in April. Discovery Day was a true highlight! With a space theme that sparked curiosity and creativity, students participated in a variety of workshops, including a high-energy PE session, rocket ship building in the classroom, a STEM activity, an outer space postcard creation, and a spectacular laser light show assembly to kick off the day. One of the most special moments was the creation of our new student-centered art mural, guided by Mrs. … [Read more...] about May June

As we welcome spring, we reflect on the many exciting events that warmed our winter months in January and February. From classroom activities to school-wide initiatives, our students have been engaged in meaningful learning experiences. Our literacy and math programs continue to support learning and growth. Please encourage your child to read daily and practice math fluency skills at home. We continue to focus on executive functioning skills in the classroom, helping students with organization, time management, and self regulation. Our word of the week program continues to help build … [Read more...] about March April