Washington Post
September 8, 2017
Students vote for the LIVE, LEARN, LEAD slogan for the school t-shirt provided by the PTO
Maker Space replaces Traditional Computer Lab. Click Below to find out more...
Washington Elementary is a Leader in Me School
We recognize the importance that our students are knowledgeable when they leave our system; they must also be healthy, engaged, responsible, and caring people. The Leader in Me provides our school with the vision and language to lead us in a way that addresses all areas of development. As each child discovers and develops his or her unique gifts and talents, they are given opportunities to lead. As leaders, they become active, engaged partners in their own education and their self-confidence, responsibility, and initiative grows. The students quickly understand the benefits of different gifts and talents; they learn to listen to new ideas, work together to achieve results, and motivate one another to be the best. We are excited to partner with parents and community to watch each and every child grow throughout the year.
Washington Welcomes New Staff!
We have several many staff members joining the Washington Team this year and some familiar faces in new roles. Washington Elementary is excited about the amazing talents the following people will bring to our community:
- Aric Attig, Physical Education
- Kelsey Mosher, Physical Education
- Beth Zarn, Media Specialist
- Cody Swoboda, Reading Corp
- Taylor Saugstad, Playground Leader
- Daniela Galindo, Playground Leader
- Alissa Ricke, School Counselor
- Mikala Drenckhahn, 1st Grade
- Jessica Niedermayer, 4th Grade
- Raelin Setrum, Behavior Support Paraprofessional
- Angie Rogers, General Education Paraprofessional
- Nydia Gambles, Media Assistant
- Shane Zylstra, Playground Leader
- Jordan Bergren, Playground Leader
Existing staff that have changed roles for the 2017-18 school year:
- Sarah Lieske, 5th Grade
Creating a Healthy Environment
Dear Families,
Mankato Area Public Schools is making an effort to promote healthy behaviors among our children and adolescents by making our cafeterias, school stores, fundraisers and vending machines healthier. We have swapped the high-fat, -sugar, and sodium items out for whole grains, low-fat, reduced sugar and nutrient-dense foods.
In order to provide a consistent message throughout our district we are asking that classrooms celebrate students' birthdays, holidays and other classroom celebrations without food.
Schools have a list of alternative options in order to make the child or day feel special. As a parent, you could consider donating a book to the classroom, eat lunch with your child, or give small items such as pencils, gel pens or erasers to the students. Please visit www.isd77.org/page/4676 for more information.
Sincerely,
Kelsey Rounds, RD, LD
Nutrition & Wellness Specialist
Mankato Area School District & Mankato Clinic Foundation - Partnership in Health
Email: kround1@isd77.org Phone: 507-207-4303
Shane Baier
Principal
School-Wide Title I Site
Washington Elementary continues to be a school wide Title I building. We are fortunate to have resources and additional staff in place to support all students. The philosophy is to support students with what they need, when they need it. Your partnership is essential to the success of each child. Please seek out ways to support your child’s learning here and at home. We will provide opportunities for engagement and resources to support the journey throughout the year. Classroom volunteers, PTO membership, field trip chaperones, and special events planning are just a few ways you can become involved.
Events Calendar
Sept. 13 & 14- Dibels Rdg. Assess.
Sept. 8- Wildcat Rally
Sept. 15- Welcome back family picnic
Sept. 18 PTO Meeting, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 19- PLC 2 hr. Late Start
Sept. 28- Great Am. Fundraising, 10 am
Oct. 5 -Open House/Book Fair 6 -7:30p.m.
Oct. 9 Picture Re-takes
Oct. 9 – PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m
Oct. 10- PLC 2 hr. Late Start
Oct. 16- Open Door Dental Clinic
Oct. 19 & 20- No School MEA
Oct. 26- Reading Night at Washington, 6 pm
Oct. 30- Vision & Hearing Screening
Nov. 7- School Board Election
Nov. 10- Teacher Workshop Day
Nov. 13 – PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Nov. 14-PLC 2 hr. Late Start Day
Nov. 14, 16 & 20- Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:30 – 7:50 p.m.
Nov. 21- No School K-5
Nov. 22, 23 & 24 No School, Thanksgiving Break
Dec. 11- PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.