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
Welcome Back
Dear Parents/Guardians: On behalf of our entire staff at Washington School, welcome to the 2021-2022 school year! I trust that you have had a relaxing and enjoyable summer with your respective families. I am excited to welcome all of our students and staff back to our building for in-person learning. While much information is being provided to you through my summer letter, there is still more to share. Please take the time to read on so that you will be well informed with regard to other school policies and procedures. Student Parent Handbook and Code of Conduct Our [Read more...] about Welcome Back
May-June, 2021
Dear Washington School Families, As we head into the homestretch of these last two months of school, we can reflect on a very successful year, despite the challenges we faced. A collective spirit and the belief that we could overcome adversity made all the difference. I'd like to commend our entire staff for their hard work, professionalism, and dedication. I thank all of you, as well, for your support, encouragement, and trust. One group, in particular, that I want to recognize is our wonderful lunch staff. While all involved in our school community contributed to our success, our lunch … [Read more...] about May-June, 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