At Washington School, our Character Education color program fosters important values that guide our students' growth.  This month, our community wore orange to represent fairness, sparking meaningful conversations about what fairness truly means. Mrs. D'Anneo's second graders are shown sporting orange outfits to represent fairness. The students enjoyed an exercise demonstrating that fairness doesn't always mean equality. Rather, fairness usually refers to giving everyone what they need to be successful! … [Read more...] about Orange Day – Fairness

In Ms. Kosinska's first-grade classroom, students explored two-dimensional shapes as part of the new EnVision Math Program. They focused on composing larger shapes using smaller ones, including triangles, rhombuses, and trapezoids. This hands-on activity promoted critical thinking as students analyzed how the shapes fit together. Working in pairs, they collaborated to share their ideas, showcasing their excitement and teamwork as they tackled this creative geometric challenge! … [Read more...] about Exploring Two-Dimensional Shapes

We hope you can join us Friday, 12/6 at 8:50 am, Lincoln School ‘s Library, for a Parent Academy Phonics Instruction to learn some of the strategies to help develop your child's skills and educate yourself on what is and is not dyslexia. … [Read more...] about Parent Academy: Phonics Instruction

At Washington School, we brought our community together and celebrated the spirit of Thanksgiving with our annual student-centered parade/assembly. Each class designed a creative float, which students proudly presented during the parade while parents and families enjoyed as spectators. Following the parade we gathered for an assembly where each class performed a song, a student recited the history of Thanksgiving, and the audience was treated with lighthearted Thanksgiving jokes. The event concluded with everyone (staff included) singing the school song, showcasing our unity and school pride. … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Parade