The Rutherford Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 16th to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday.  We will also be closed on Friday, February 17th and Monday, February 20th for President’s Day and our winter recess.  Please take the time to mark these dates on your calendars at home. … [Read more...] about School Closings

The Character Education Color Day for January is Wednesday, January 11th.  Students and staff are encouraged to wear orange for the Fairness pillar.  In February we will celebrate the pillar of Respect wearing the color yellow on Wednesday, February 8th. … [Read more...] about Color Days

Thanks to the PTA for the wonderful Holiday Boutique. Our students had a ball shopping for their special gifts.  At our first Friday Fun Night, students were treated to a magic show by Magician John Carlson.  A second Friday Fun Night for our students is scheduled for March 3.  Details will be distributed shortly. Our next PTA meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 10th at 7:00 p.m. in the Art/Music Room. … [Read more...] about PTA Happenings

A special thank you to all who contributed to our Mitten Tree drive.  Our tree was overflowing with kindness.  In all we collected 56 hats, 11 scarves, 109 pairs of mittens and gloves and 2 sets of ear muffs!  These items will be donated to the Rutherford Department of Social Services.  Great job Washington School! … [Read more...] about Mitten Tree/Giving