What is the Hour of Code? The Hour of Code started as a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify "code", to show that anybody can learn the basics, and to broaden participation in the field of computer science. It has since become a worldwide effort to celebrate computer science, starting with 1-hour coding activities but expanding to all... READ MORE >
Monday, December 9 we will be having a PTO Winter Social from 6-8pm (this is instead of December's PTO Meeting). It will be at my home (see attached image for address and details of the event). As part of the PTO Winter Social we will be collecting funds for the school’s Children’s Fund. The Children’s Fund was put in place several years ago in order to allow... READ MORE >
Our literacy night is a chance for Kindergarten parents to come learn more about what your child is learning and doing in literacy. We will be passing out materials that can help reinforce skills that we are teaching in class. It is a chance for you to get a better understanding of our phonics curriculum. Hope to see you there! READ MORE >
It's that time again for the Annual Teachers Appreciation Breakfast/Brunch. It will be on December 16th in the Teachers lounge. Any parents that would like to contribute food for the Breakfast, please email me at cassielinton79@gmail.com or text me 479-871-5005. Food will need to be dropped off in the Teachers lounge by 8:30 on the 16th. I will be keeping a list of... READ MORE >
Parents,2nd and 3rd Grade students will be doing MAP testing the first 3 days after next week’s break. Monday, December 2 - English Tuesday, December 3 - Language Wednesday, December 4 - Math 4th Grade students will be doing MAP testing Thursday, December 5 (Reading and Language) and Friday, December 6 (Math) 1st Grade students will be doing MAP testing... READ MORE >
Here is the PTO’s December Newsletter READ MORE >
Washington parents- please help us by completing this literacy survey to help us plan our literacy activities: READ MORE >
T-Shirt/Hoodie Order Forms EXTENDED - please turn in orders and money by Wed, December 4th. All shirts will be delivered before Winter break. Note that the order forms were printed in color and that the items are navy. There are football-style t-shirts that run true to size - and more of a men’s fit - for children and adults, v-neck t-shirts that have a slimmer,... READ MORE >
At Washington Elementary School, 554 people enjoyed the Thanksgiving feast - 250 adults, 285 students, and 19 teachers. Thanks to the volunteer crew of Chelsea Duncan Rodman, Christine Harness Hartman, Erin Wilson, Emily Bridges, Barry Burns, Keukeu Abdullah, and Randy Werner for all their work setting things up for the Thanksgiving Luncheon! And special thanks... READ MORE >
Great things are happening in our schools! Check out "The Latest" video. We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break! #onefpshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJdLfgU2Tis READ MORE >
2019 November PTO Newsletter READ MORE >
Join us in the Family - Student - School - Compact READ MORE >
https://bookfairs.scholastic.c...Parents,Every purchase from the book fair earns rewards for our school, so please stop by and support us. November 15 - 22nd. It will be open during the Thanksgiving Luncheon if you'd like to shop at that time. Check out the interactive book flyer. Mrs. Champagne is looking for volunteers! Please sign up if you can... READ MORE >
See flyer for schedule. Volunteers Needed! If you are available to help, please text/email Melissa Werner: 479-466-1641 or melner18@yahoo.com READ MORE >
Please contribute to our Mac and Cheese Food Drive. Students are trying to reach a goal of 500 boxes of mac and cheese. Mrs. L and The Random Acts of Kindness team is spearheading this drive for Washington Elementary. If they reach their goal, Mrs. Mobley will wear her clothes backwards and walk up the stairs backwards all day long! There will be a Mac and... READ MORE >
Washington Elementary School’s next PTO Meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 11 at 6pm in the school’s library.In addition to hearing Principal Ashley McLarty’s Annual Report, we also plan on having an open discussion related to the PTO’s budget and potential funding opportunities.We would love to hear what Washington families, teachers, and staff think the... READ MORE >
Taste testing is November 15th in the cafeteria. Harvest of the Month is hosted by the FPS Seed to Student program to get students excited about eating fresh seasonal foods available where they live. Each month, an Arkansas grown item will be featured on school menus and salad bars, cafeteria signage, recipe cards sent to parents and staff, and taste tests during... READ MORE >
Spirit Signs Available to Support the School’s Children’s Fund! Washington Elementary School’s Spirit Signs are available to purchase in the office. A donation of $5 (CASH ONLY) is recommended (and you can sponsor additional signs if interested). You can get the signs with or without the metal stand and there are two sizes of metal stands... READ MORE >
All Fayetteville Public Schools will be open today, Tuesday, November 12. READ MORE >
There will be no after school activities today. READ MORE >
FALL FESTIVAL FEEDBACK NEEDED! Please take a moment and complete this short survey about the Fall Festival (and include your kids’ thoughts and input!): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YDYTJ39Your feedback is sincerely appreciated! READ MORE >
Inviting all PTA and PTO members and Fayetteville Public School parents: Fayetteville Board of Education members will present the Fayetteville Public Schools Strategic Plan. Monday, October 21 at the FHS Performing Arts Center at 6:00 pm Please join us! READ MORE >
FPS Orchestra Program Presents Monster Mash 2019 Wednesday, October 30 at 6:30 pm in the Fayetteville High School Performing Arts Center Free Admission & Trick or Treating after the performance Song selection includes: Star Wars, Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Pirates of the Caribbean and MORE! READ MORE >
Mark your calendars! Our Washington 4th Graders will be presenting a "Night of the Arts" on Tuesday, November 5th 6:30 - 7:30. Students will perform their musical "Down Home in the Arkansas". Afterwards you will be able to see the wonderful works of art they these talented 4th graders have created this semester. Hosts for this evening: Christina Holt, music... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Holt Middle School teacher Cheri DeSoto for receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching!Awardees come from schools in all 50 States. Nominations and awards are facilitated by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the National ScienceFoundation. Established in 1983, PAEMST is the... READ MORE >
Washington Spirit Week for United Way! $1 donation to wear crazy hair / hat day on Monday! Hope you will join the fun for a great cause! Check out the CRAZY days the rest of the week. READ MORE >
This month, October, students and staff will sample Summer Squash Casserole during their lunchtime taste tests. The summer squash was locally grown by Fayetteville Farmers Market farmers. Summer squash can come in a number of varieties, but all summer squash have tender skin. The whole squash is edible including the skin, flesh, and seeds. READ MORE >
Mark your calendars for the Fall classroom parties on October 31. READ MORE >
Don't miss our annual Fall Festival! It will be Friday, October 25th from 6 - 8 pm. You can purchase armbands at the festival. Armbands will get you into events and cover food. You can purchase your armbands at the festival. Individual armbands are $12 and Family armbands (pkg of 4) can be purchased for $40. Kids under 4 are free. Scholarships are available.... READ MORE >
One of the fun traditions of Washington Elementary School is the Fall Festival. As 4th Grade Parents, you (along with your 4th Grade accomplices) are tasked with creating and managing the Haunted House in the basement – also a wonderful school tradition. This year, the Fall Festival is scheduled for Friday, October 25. As an FYI, there is no school that day so... READ MORE >
Fall Festival Cake Walk needs prize donations. Any individually-wrapped store bought cookies, pies, small cakes, snack cakes, or cupcakes would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be sent to the school office any day this week. Thanks for your help! READ MORE >
Washington families- volunteers needed for Fall Carnival on Friday, October 25 from 6-8 pm. If interested, email Jenae Randall at jenaerandall@gmail.com or call 501-941-9945. READ MORE >
Parent/Teacher Conferences on Friday, October 25. NO SCHOOL that day. READ MORE >
We are celebrating "Unity Day" on October 23. Join us in wearing orange in support of bullying prevention. TOGETHER we are united for kindness, acceptance, inclusion. READ MORE >
The Washington School garden needs your help. Can you help weed, water or weed-eat? Contact me, Stephanie Jordan barnes.jones@gmail.com, for questions or find the sign up sheet on the Washington PTO facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/56694657781/. Thanks! READ MORE >
Hello Families, Creative Cats Clubs will begin September 3rd. We are making a few changes to enrollment this year. There are a few changes to how we will fill our clubs this year. In order for everyone to have an equal chance of securing a spot we will collect forms for one week and then use a lottery format to fill the rosters. This will give your family time to... READ MORE >
Parents, Forms went home in Monday's papers.Send your forms and money in by October 18. Armbands will be sent home October 21st. They will also be available for purchase at the festival. $12 per single armband (includes food and activities) $40 for a family pack (4 armbands) Kids 4 and under are free. Scholarships available. Please contact school counselor... READ MORE >
Mark your calendars. Don't miss out on any of these exciting activities! PTO meeting Sept. 9 at 6 pm in the Library. Childcare is provided for school age children. READ MORE >
Student flu shots will be available. Make sure you completed the FERPA form and Department of Health form sent home with your student. Thanks!Please note that no flu mist will be given at school. Only the flu shot will be available. This is written on the first page of the packet sent home, but could easily be overlooked. READ MORE >
We will learn about Encore classes, discuss the budget and answer questions. Please join us!Free childcare for school age children. READ MORE >
Bikes Blues and BBQ is nearing! We need your help. You can sign up in the hall by the office for times to help cars park at the Methodist Parking Deck. It’s a GREAT PTO fund raiser for the school. Your help is needed. Please come out and welcome visitors and take money at the parking deck to support our school. This is our 2nd biggest fundraiser all year - and... READ MORE >
Washington Elementary Students and Staff appreciate everything our fantastic custodians do everyday! READ MORE >
Tuesday, October 1st - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Second graders and their families will do a craft that will be displayed in the hall. Join us and enjoy spending time with the 2nd grade family and getting to know each other! READ MORE >
Please support Washington PTO's fundraiser. This is our 2nd biggest fundraiser all year - and means our kids don’t sell anything! When attending the Bikes, Blues and BBQ events, park in the Central United Parking Deck for $10. It's covered and lighted and the money goes to our school's PTO. Thanks for your help! READ MORE >
School closed September 27 for Teacher Inservice. Will reopen on September 30. READ MORE >
Harvest of the Month is hosted by the FPS Seed to Student program to get students excited about eating fresh seasonal foods available where they live. Each month, an Arkansas grown item will be featured on school menus and salad bars, cafeteria signage, recipe cards sent to parents and staff, and taste tests during lunchtime. READ MORE >
It means to promise to show courage to forgive, and to show Compassion In Action in all that we do at Washington. READ MORE >
Mark your calendars READ MORE >
Thursday, Sept. 12 is Picture Day. You will need to order online or send money in the morning with your child if you want to purchase pictures. READ MORE >
Washington's Open House is August 26th at 5:30 pm. Pizza in the cafeteria 6 - 7 pm. Join us! READ MORE >
Don't forget. Boohoo/Yeehaw Breakfast tomorrow morning, Tuesday, August 13, in the library after drop-off! Please join us and be sure to let others know of this event. We’ll have coffee, water, muffins, donuts, and bananas READ MORE >
Free summer lunch will be served to anyone 18 years or younger June 3-August 6 at Holt Middle School and three mobile sites from the Purple Dog Food Truck! The newest mobile location is located at the American Legion in South Fayetteville. Check out the flyers below for more information! 2019 Summer Lunch Program - English 2019 Summer Lunch Program - Spanish READ MORE >
We are trying to get feedback on this year's Kindergarten Camp. If your child attended Kindergarten Camp last week, please take a moment and complete this short survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JXBFBR7 Your input is sincerely appreciated. READ MORE >
PTO MAY NEWSLETTER READ MORE >
"I can not say enough about the AWESOME staff we have at Washington! Each person comes with talent and passion to teach and love our students! Thank you Washington Staff! Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!" 💙 --Ashley McLarty READ MORE >
"I didn't realize it was the last day of school!" said no teacher ever ..."ENJOY YOUR SUMMER BREAK!! READ MORE >
Please help us keep the school garden over the summer. Can you adopt the garden for a week? You can help with the maintenance, and harvest whatever produce is ready. If so, please sign up on the google document:https://docs.google.com/…/1_lshNr3UnuuvRrGYezAAYCGC01…/edit… Soon, we'll have corn, tomatoes, cucumbers, potatoes, garlic, onion,... READ MORE >
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Peter Nierengarten: pnierengarten@fayetteville-ar.gov READ MORE >
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Sock Hop and Ice Cream Social is Monday, May 20th from 5:30 - 7:30. Bring the family for this fun, tasty, musical event! READ MORE >
Fayetteville, AR – Washington Elementary Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) will host its 16th Annual Tour of Homes Saturday, May 18th from noon to 5pm. Tickets purchased prior to the event are $20 and are available at Washington Elementary School, The Gift House, French Metro, or the Downtown Bank of Fayetteville. Tickets may be purchased online on the Facebook... READ MORE >
The Tour of Homes is coming up soon on May 18th! The link for the volunteer sign-up sheet is below. It's an editable google document, so please feel free to add your name and email address or phone number. If you'd like me to add your name instead, just let me know. Volunteering at the homes is easy -- Show up 15 minutes early to your shift. One volunteer will... READ MORE >
Talents featured will be dance, singing, piano playing, clarinet, violin, and gymnastics. You don't want to miss this! READ MORE >
PTO's annual Teacher Appreciation Luncheon is May 10th. Please help if you can. Contact cassielinton79@gmail.com or 479-871-5005.I've created an event on perfectpotluck.com for the Teachers & Staff appreciation luncheon to help with planning the lunch. You can either search for the event titled : Washington Elementary Teachers & Staff Appreciation Luncheon or click... READ MORE >
LAST PTO MEETING OF THIS SCHOOL YEAR is tonight, May 13 at 6 pm in the Library. See you there! READ MORE >
Everyone has been to see the school nurse at least once in their lives (and many of us more than once), be it for a genuine illness or just to get a sneaky note to get out of school early. It is easy to forget, though, just how important she is to the well beings of ourselves and our fellow school friends. What would we do when we injure ourselves or are feeling... READ MORE >
Calling all former Washington Wildcats! If you are a member of the FPS Senior Class of 2019 and went to Washington Elementary, please join us May 10 at 1:30pm for our Senior Walk. Please wear your cap and gown for a graduation walk and reception in your honor. Please RSVP to Melissa Werner at melner18@yahoo.com if you plan to attend. We hope to see you there! READ MORE >
PTO Newsletter for the Month of April READ MORE >
Our lunch ladies are the best. Thanks for all you do! READ MORE >
Because your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader. We appreciate you! READ MORE >
Our message is clear! Take a moment to drive by our beautiful mural on the bike shed facing Lafayette. We are working hard to help our students choose love everyday, even in the summer Mr. L and I have been taking children on summer field trips for seven years. The trips are funded by the Fayetteville Education Foundation and the Family in Transition program. This... READ MORE >
Please mark your calendars now! This Night at the Arts will be a showcase of musical and artistic talents. On Tuesday, April 30, 2019, the students will present their musical, “It’s Easy Being Green”. Afterwards, you will be able to see some of the wonderful works of art they have created this semester. The program begins at 6:30 that evening for the... READ MORE >
At Wednesday's Wildcat Assembly the three students who raised the most funds for the 2019 Kids Heart Challenge (Scout Jennings, Yahya Sridjajamerta and Cole McCalla) got to “Bedazzle” Coach Kevin Thomas’ beard. It was epic: full of fun, feathers, glue, and glitter. Definitely an experience to remember READ MORE >
D.E.A.R. stands for "Drop Everything and Read," a national celebration of reading designed to remind families to make reading a priority activity in their lives. READ MORE >
WASHINGTON FAMILY, You are invited to attend our Annual Hot Dog Dinner on April 15th from 6-7 pm at Walker Park. This is a free hot dog dinner that will provide time for teachers and staff to mingle, laugh, and have fun with Washington parents and students. This event helps us make strong connections with our school families. We want everyone to know that we’re... READ MORE >
Pennies for Patients fundraiser will run the whole month of March and will go to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Click here to go to the website. You can donate online or send money with your child to school. READ MORE >
Rising Kindergarten Families!Kindergarten registration for the 2019-2020 school year for Washington families is this Thursday, April 11 at the FPS Central Registration office at 300 S. Ray Avenue from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The following documents are needed to enroll your child:--Proof of Address (current lease agreement or recent gas/electric/water bill dated... READ MORE >
Washington Parents and Friends of Washington! We hope you will buy a ticket to the Naturals Baseball Game scheduled for April 19. Ticket price is $9.00 Our very own Creative Cats Student Choir will sing the National Anthem. A portion of the ticket sales sold by Washington students will be a fundraiser for the school. — at Washington Elementary School. READ MORE >
The Spark Foundation presents the 9th annual Cow Paddy Run at Gulley Park in Fayetteville, Arkansas onSaturday, April 13, 2019. Proceeds support health and fitness education and programming in our local schools & community through direct giving, outreach initiatives, and our partnership with the Fayetteville Public Education Foundation. READ MORE >
Sunday, March 31 is the last day to fill out the Parent Survey and be eligible for the Family Game Night Basket drawing. After you complete the survey email Tara Lechtenberger, school counselor, (tara.lechtenberter@fayar.net) to get your name put in the drawing on April 1st. Links below will take you to the surveys - English and Spanish. Parents, Send Tara... READ MORE >
PTO March Newsletter READ MORE >
March’s PTO Meeting has been rescheduled for TUESDAY, March 26 at 6 pm READ MORE >
What a way to start off our day for #ReadAcrossAmerica! Thank you Dr. John L Colbert and Ms. Synetra Morris for sharing a great tradition and book! Green Eggs and Ham. — at Washington Elementary School. READ MORE >
March 18 - 22 is Spring Break. There is no school this week. See you the 25th! READ MORE >
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!Our Spring Book Fair is a reading event that brings kids the books they want to read. We'll receive a wonderful selection of engaging and affordable books for every reading level, and all purchases benefit our school! Reading for pleasure inside and outside of school has real and long-lasting benefits. Please come to our book fair and help shape... READ MORE >
Contact danielle.champagne@fayar.net 479-445-1073 READ MORE >
The 6th Annual Book Swap was a HUGE success! Thanks to the generous donations we received, students were all able to take home TWO new (to them) books. Major thanks to Erin Wilson for coordinating the event, and additional thanks to Mrs. Champagne, Emily Bridges, and Sarah Moore for helping out today. Their assistance was and is invaluable. Thank you! READ MORE >
MARK YOUR CALENDAR - PTO Meeting changed to March 4thDon't miss this Question and Answer session with John L. Colbert and members of the School Board READ MORE >
The third and fourth graders are learning to play recorder this semester. They will be performing in a concert with the Arkansas Philharmonic Orchestra (APO) in May. This concert is called “Link-Up” and is made possible through our partnership with Carnegie Hall. A recorder will be provided on loan by the school. If you wish to purchase a recorder to be used during... READ MORE >
THURSDAY, February 28th is the last day for Book Hogs Reading Contest. Return Playbooks Friday and no later than Monday, March 4th. Book Hog winners will be announced Wednesday, March 6th. Finish strong! Students can earn a chance at going to the Bud Walton Arena Book Hogs party and to meet athletes, mascots, cheerleaders and band members by entering the Book... READ MORE >
This month, students and staff will sample Cheesy Chicken and Rice. Golden rice for the taste tests was grown at Ralston Family Farms in Atkins, Arkansas. Did you know there are more than 40,000 varieties of rice grown on every continent except Antarctica? Brown rice has the most nutritional value. Its rich in fiber and vitamins to give you long lasting... READ MORE >
Less than $2,000 away from our goal with a week left. if you would like to fund raise at heart.org/ kidsheartchallenge. Parents can help students sign up online There is also a mobile app called the Kids Heart Challenge to help keep track of our team raising money for the American Heart Association. If we reach our goal of $5,000, the top three fundraising... READ MORE >
The Tour of Homes is on May 18th this year! We're looking for sponsors. If you or someone you know would like to be a sponsor, check out the sponsorship form and connect with me at emily.r.bridges@gmail.com or 870-464-7323. Click here for the Sponsorship Form READ MORE >
Order deadline is March 8, 2019. You can order online or return the form below to school. READ MORE >
Mark your calendars March 7th is picture day at school. Individual and classroom pictures will be taken. READ MORE >
Join us for the Read Across America - Green Eggs and Ham Program by Dr. Colbert on Friday, March 1st from 7:45 am to 8:15 am in the gym. READ MORE >
National School Counseling Week. Be sure to show Mrs. L some love this week. She goes above and beyond everyday: teaching, supporting, and loving our kids with kindness, compassion, and patience. She is truly an invaluable asset to our school and community READ MORE >
Today is World Read Aloud Day and is the biggest literacy drive in the country, World Read Aloud Day seeks to draw attention to the importance of reading aloud to children! We have volunteers who will be at Washington Elementary School reading to students to celebrate. READ MORE >
A message from the school counselor. Classes or individual students might like to create a poem about Choosing Love. I will submit it if they can get it to me by February 19th. --Tara Lechtenberger A Celebration of Choose Love Social and Emotional Learning Awareness Month. What does Choosing Love mean to you? Using poetry as a creative expression, illustrate... READ MORE >
Seeking donations of gently used children's books for the February 27th PTO Book Swap.Books can be dropped off in the plastic bin located in the hallway that runs along the office. READ MORE >
Monday, February 18, Washington Elementary will be closed in observance of President's Day. READ MORE >
Fayetteville Animal Services - A large group of students came to us from Washington Elementary! These kids choose to be in the Random Acts of Kindness program. For this act, they decided to sell hot chocolate to students in their school and raised $261.00 for the furry friends here! Pictured with the students is Andre, a great pyrenees mix. He LOVED all of the... READ MORE >
Shout out to Tri Cycle Farms for the wonderful partnership in supplying our weekly Washington Elementary Culinary Garden Club with 4,813 lbs of fresh, healthy food to prepare & share with our kiddos & families last year! READ MORE >
https://www.facebook.com/randy... Hope you didn't miss this fun event! READ MORE >
PTO MEETING on February 11th in the Library at 6 pm. Childcare provided. This will be an evening with Mrs L., our school counselor. READ MORE >
Contact Emily Bridges if you have any recommendations for the Tour of Homes. They are needed immediately. emily.r.bridges@gmail.com READ MORE >
Current PTO information on upcoming events for January and February 2019 READ MORE >
Read Across America Day is Friday, March 1st. Mrs. Champagne, Washington’s wonderful librarian, is looking for volunteers (parents, community leaders, etc.) to come and read to classes that day. Volunteers can read a favorite book of theirs or borrow a book from the library. Specific times will be coordinated with Mrs. Champagne, but times that WON’T work are... READ MORE >
The Art room has moved! We are in a fabulous new location across from Ms. Wade. Thank you so much to Randy Werner for calling the watchdog dads. Gray Grisholm, Clay and Kelly Doss, Kelly Robson and Brian Culpepper swept in and helped make this move happen in two days! I love our Washington families. READ MORE >
Hot Chocolate Sales were through the roof! What a great way to start our Friday. Thanks to the Random Acts Of Kindness team for participating and all who bought hot chocolate. $210 raised for the Fay. Animal Shelter! Way to go Wildcats! #onefps READ MORE >
Washington teachers reflect, recharge, and plan for the spring semester. READ MORE >
January 24 is the Sweet Potatoes taste test in the cafeteria. Harvest of the Month is hosted by the FPS Seed to Student program to get students excited about eating fresh seasonal foods available where they live. Each month, an Arkansas grown item will be featured on school menus and salad bars, cafeteria signage, recipe cards sent to parents and staff, and taste... READ MORE >
Join us for this enjoyable fundraising/social event! READ MORE >
Washington Elementary Students show off their talent today and what talent it was! READ MORE >
We had a great time in Nature Club before the Christmas break discussing the upcoming Winter Solstice and what that means. We made our own “Stonehenge,” which is a sundial set for the winter solstice and used our bodies to create the shadow that tells us what time it is. Then we made smelly winter decorations for our houses. So fun. Thanks for sharing your kids... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Nathan Gosman, winner of 2018 Washington Elementary Spelling. Pablo Lock is runner up. These boys put the suspense in the final rounds of our Spelling Bee. READ MORE >
I’m not sure everyone knows about the 4th grade program through the National Park Service. NPS provides free park passes to all USA 4th graders. Most parks, historic sites and monuments also have Junior Ranger programs where the kids can explore more and earn badges for free. This is a great value for 4th graders and their families! Check it... READ MORE >
FPS Seed to Student December's Harvest of the Month is the awe-inspiring APPLE! This month students and staff will sample heirloom varieties of apples with yogurt dip during lunchtime taste tests. These apples were grown by A&A Orchards in Berryville, Arkansas. Did you know there are more than 2,500 varieties of apples grown in the US, and the apple is a... READ MORE >
A big thank you to those who came to the PTO Social and a special thanks to Ms. Holt and the Creative Cats After-School Choir who delighted us with some seasonal songs! READ MORE >
Washington Elementary School will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr Day. Classes will resume January 22. . READ MORE >
DON'T MISS OUT ON THE HOT CHOCOLATE FOR HOUNDS EVENT.On January 18th from 7:15 to 8:00 am, the Random Acts of Kindness Team will be serving Hot Chocolate for a $1 per cup in the Cafeteria. All proceeds will go to the Animal Shelter. We have a limited supply of hot chocolate and once we run out the sales will end. First come, first served. Don't miss... READ MORE >
Fayetteville Public Library is proud to display beautiful silhouette artwork by Ms. Buonaiuto's 4th graders from Washington Elementary on the interactive learning and play wall in the children's library. Stop by and take a look at the artwork which will be on display through the end of the month. READ MORE >
Happy Holidays! See you on the 7th. READ MORE >
Fayetteville Public Schools will be hosting a new free breakfast and lunch program at the Fayetteville Boys and Girls Club over the winter holiday break. Free to 18 yrs and younger. Non-Fayetteville residents and non-Boys and Girls Club members are welcome. See attached for dates and details. I have also included the menus below for your reference. On various... READ MORE >
2018 Spelling Bee. Parents are invited. READ MORE >
The annual Tour of Homes is set for Saturday, May 18th and we are looking for homes! I know it seems early, but homes need to be confirmed by early March in order to meet printing deadlines for tickets and brochures. Citiscapes has also featured a few of our homes, which needed to be arranged earlier. We are looking for a wide variety of homes! Fun, fancy, green,... READ MORE >
Kindergarten is hosting a Check In Night with parents. When: Tuesday, December 11thTime: 5-6 Location: Go to your child's classroomPurpose: To review procedures for learning and current assessments. December packets of work will also be provided for winter break. There will be supervision for siblings and students on the playground. Dinner will be provided... READ MORE >
The Washington Elementary Music Enrichment Project featuring the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra's Quapaw Quartet was a hit with the kids today! It was fun, engaging, and there was lots of excitement! They had special demonstrations and hands-on activities for each grade level.Grades K-1 participated in the "Meet the Strings" program and Grades 2-4 participated in the... READ MORE >
Last call for Lost and Found. In order to prepare for the second semester, we will be taking all clothing items not claimed and giving them to a local charity. Please check the lost and found rack next to the gym. READ MORE >
Students helping the Random Act of Kindness Team more than met the challenge of our Principal, Ashley McLarty, and Assistant Principal, Ruth Mobley, of donating 500 boxes of Mac and Cheese for the FPS Food Drive. They kissed a Goat because the students met and went beyond their challenge. READ MORE >
You are welcome to attend Washington's Talent Show and Sing-A-Long on December 19th at 9:30 in the Gym.Come be wowed by the talent of some very courageous students in the Talent Show and enjoy a good old fashion Sing-A-Long. READ MORE >
You are invited to the PTO Winter Social on December 10. This is a Washington Children's Fund fundraising event. See poster for details. READ MORE >
GradeDateTestTime1stNovember 27Reading8:30-Done1stNovember 28Math8:30-doneKNovember 29Reading8:30-doneKNovember 30Math8:30-done2ndDecember 3Reading8:15-done2ndDecember 4Math8:15-done2ndDecember 5ELA8:15-done3rd/4thDecember 7ELA8:15-done (3rd) 9:15-done (4th)3rd/4thDecember 10Reading8:15-done (3rd) 9:15-done (4th)3rd/4thDecember 12Math8:15-done (3rd) 9:15-done (4th) READ MORE >
If you are interested in bringing a breakfast dish, please contact Cassie Linton (cassielinton79@gmail.com) or 479-871-5005 and let her know what you plan on bringing (she will be keeping a list of the items being brought - trying to make sure we have a good selection of items for the event). READ MORE >
Each year there are families at Washington who could use a little help providing gifts for the holidays... Given that need, Mrs. Lechtenberger works to provide gifts for those students by inviting fellow Washington families to sponsor them. If you are interested in sponsoring one or more students for the holiday season, please contact Mrs. Lechtenberger. She will... READ MORE >
There are enough signs for every student to have one. Fill out this form and return in the Monday Folder.There is a suggested donation (optional) of $5 with all proceeds going directly to Washington Elementary Children's Fund which supports various needs of Washington students. Please return this form by Nov. 9th and we will send home signs with your child on Nov.... READ MORE >
Washington wishes you a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving! Wishing you the gift of faith and the blessing of hope this thanksgiving day! We gather on this day to be thankful for what we have, for the family we love, the friends we cherish, and for the blessings that will come. Happy Thanksgiving! READ MORE >
Thanks to the volunteer crew of April Heard, Barry Burns, and Chelsea Duncan Rodman for all their work setting things up for today’s Thanksgiving Luncheon! And special thanks to Randal Wright and Eventures Party Rentals for providing the tables and linens in the gym. As for the Luncheon itself, thanks to Mr. Andrews for coming back to Washington and providing us... READ MORE >
Help the Random Act of Kindness Team collect 500 packages of Mac and Cheese for the FPS Food Drive and Ms. McLarty and Mrs. Mobley will kiss a pig! Watch the Mac and Cheese-ometer in the front hallway to see how close we are to reaching our goal. We need about 250 more boxes to ensure that Ms. McLarty and Mrs. Mobley will get their reward and get to kiss a pig. READ MORE >
Hey, Washington Wildcats! We are super happy to offer our 4th annual Washington Elementary School Garden Summer Camp! We specifically target the week before school starts so that we can get our school garden in shape, help our students get acclimated to a full day's schedule, and have a ton of fun! This year's week long schedule will include educational activities... READ MORE >
PTO meeting will be a 6 pm in Mrs. Bowen's room #34 READ MORE >
Washington Families, The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra's Quapaw Quartet will be coming to our school for a special Music Enrichment Day on Tuesday, November 27 from 10am-3pm. Parents are welcome -- the schedule for each program is listed below. This will be an incredible experience for our kids! The Quartet program will take place in the gym and will have... READ MORE >
Washington Elementary is proud to be partners with this outstanding individual and the "Choose Love" movement We are very pleased to announce our Curriculum & Instruction Department has been able to secure Ms. Scarlett Lewis as our fall Public Education Lecture Series speaker. Ms. Lewis is the founder of the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement, which she... READ MORE >
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THIS THURSDAY TO HELP SET UP AND CLEAN UP WASHINGTON’S THANKSGIVING FAMILY LUNCHEONVolunteers are needed both to set up first thing in the morning (starting around 8:15/8:30 - the first lunch is at 10:30 so we have to be done by then) and clean up following the last lunch (probably around 1pm). Like last year, we will be setting up/cleaning up in... READ MORE >
Parents,I will be conducting the written portion of the Spelling Bee on 11/6/18 in the morning.The words are from the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Students must make an 80% of the written test to advance to the oral portion of the test. Students do not have to participate in the Spelling Bee. I will have tests graded and "study guides" to the students Tuesday... READ MORE >
Washington Parents,If you would like to join us to eat lunch on Thursday, November 15 for our Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon, please send money by tomorrow to reserve your meal for this fantastic Washington tradition.The price for adults to eat is $4.00. We hope you will join us! Please call the office if you have any questions. 479-444-3073. 10:30-11:15... READ MORE >
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR BOOK FAIR Volunteers are needed Thursday, November 15 and Friday, November 16 from 7:45-8:15 am to help with the morning rush. Please email me Mrs. Champagne directly if you are able to help with either of these needs: danielle.champagne@fayar.net READ MORE >
Book Fair will run Monday, Nov. 12 through Friday, Nov. 16th, opening at 7:45 a.m.and closing at 3:15 p.m. daily. We will be open during the Thanksgiving Luncheon! Family Night will be Thursday, Nov. 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sign up for a chance to win a basket filled with $100 worth of books and items from the fair! Come in, shop and help support our... READ MORE >
Final Call for T-shirt Reorders. November 16 is last day orders will be taken. READ MORE >
November's Harvest of the Month is the peppy BELL PEPPER! This month, students and staff will sample “Cowboy Caviar” during their lunchtime taste tests. The bell peppers are locally grown by growers at the Fayetteville Farmers Market. Did you know that red, yellow and orange bell peppers are actually just ripe green bell peppers? Also, a red bell pepper has twice... READ MORE >
Washington Elementary 3rd graders did a great job with their musical. "A Fall Festival" was a big hit with all the students and parents. Christina Holt directed. READ MORE >
Please mark your calendars now! This Night of the Arts will be a showcase of 3rd grade musical and artistic talents.Thursday, November 1st, the students will present their musical, "A Fall Festival". Afterwards, you will be able to see some of the wonderful works of art they have created this semester and participate in a collaborative art project. The program... READ MORE >
Please take a moment and complete this short survey about the Fall Festival (and include your kids’ thoughts and input!): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/L2JQLJ8 Your feedback is sincerely appreciated! READ MORE >
Thanks to everyone who helped make tonight’s Fall Festival such a success - especially Jenae Randall, Marlys Amanda Bitner, Randal Wright, Randy Northam, and the 4th Grade Families. It’s takes a lot of time and energy to put it all together and you did it and did it well 🙂 — with Katie Finnegan Mihalevich and Aubrey Mitchell Pate. READ MORE >
Look at all these kids getting dirty, planting tulips, hyacinths, and pansies for a beautiful garden! READ MORE >
Thank you Heather Himel Bowen and Sadie Watkins organizing and leading it. I think everyone had a great time 😀 READ MORE >
Washington Elementary School Waddlers rocked the Fayetteville Firefighters Hero Half Marathon Kids Run on Sunday, October 14th. Thanks to Coach Kevin Thomas for supporting and encouraging them! The Hero Half Marathon is a fundraising race and community event hosted by The Spark Foundation in partnership with Fayetteville Firefighters’ IAFF – Local 2866. Race... READ MORE >
Volunteers needed for Flu Clinic: Afternoon of Tuesday, October 30 Our school nurse needs people to assist the nurses in completing paperwork, helping with lines and crowd control, and comfort students who are having a tough time with the process. Also needed are volunteers to sit with students not getting shots while teachers come with the students that are... READ MORE >
Flu Clinic for students will be Tuesday, October 30 at 1:00 pm. This will be flu shots only, no nasal mist will be available. Be sure to send the filled out flu shot form back in with your child. READ MORE >
Participate in Spirit Week - October 22-26 READ MORE >
Food Pizza (including vegetarian and gluten free options) Skip the line!! Pre-order your armbands. Return order form to the school by October 15. Armbands will be sent home October 22. Armbands will also be available for purchase at the Fall Festival. $12 per single armband (includes food and activities) $40 for a family pack (4 armbands) ... READ MORE >
Please send to the office today. Thanks for your help! READ MORE >
PTO needs help with this year's Haunted House for the Fall Festival. Please contact Casey Hamaker - casey.hamaker@gmail.com READ MORE >
Next week, Oct.15th -19th is National School Lunch Week and we are going to show our Lunch Ladies how much we appreciate all that they do for our kids. PTO will be decorating and there will be a few surprises for them to to enjoy next week. Treating our wonderful cafeteria staff to these yummy drinks from Arsaga's at the Depot ❤️ READ MORE >
Thank you to Ms. Holt and Ms. Buonaiuto for all the time invested into the 4th graders. There was much music, art and memories! READ MORE >
The library was awarded a grant from the Fayetteville Public Education Foundation to purchase more nonfiction science and math books! Look for those books on the shelves by Winter Break! If you have a 4th grade child that would like the opportunity to attend a Writer’s Workshop with award winning author, Gordon Korman, they will need to submit a essay on “Why I... READ MORE >
Local Harvest Lunch October is National Farm to School Month! FPS Child Nutrition invites you to join your student on Friday, October 19, for a locally-sourced lunch made with ingredients from farms & small businesses in Arkansas. Please see the following for details. http://5il.co/51sm /...VOLUNTEER(S) NEEDED!!!This Friday (October 19) is The Annual Harvest... READ MORE >
Monday is Crazy Hat or Hair day for Spirit Week. Bring a $1 each day you want to participate - Oct 22-26. All proceeds go to the Washington NWA United Way. Tuesday - Crazy Socks DayWednesday - Backwards DayThursday - PJ DayFriday - Dress as your favorite Book Character READ MORE >
Join us on Thursday, October 11, 2018, for the 4th Grade Night of the Arts. The students will present their musical, “Down Home in the Arkansas”. Afterwards you will be able to see the wonderful works of art they have created this semester, look through the progress in their portfolios and tour the art room. We will also have a collaborative art project for the... READ MORE >
PTO News, Melissa Werner, President Bikes, Blues, and BBQ Parking Fundraiser Update: It looks like we made $8,398! That is higher than last year! A sincere thanks to all the parents and staff who volunteered, with special thanks going to Central United Methodist Church - Fayetteville for generously allowing us to use their parking garage for our fundraiser and... READ MORE >
Plan to attend the FAMILY NIGHT CONNECTION Pumpkin Painting with Mrs. Bowen and Ms. Felkins on October 16th from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Make a Halloween craft with your family! It's fun and it's FREE. It will be in the cafeteria. Please RSVP if you have definite plans to attend. Pumpkins are perishable and we do not want to over buy. See you there! READ MORE >
BBBBQ needs YOU and you know you want to wear one of those killer orange vests!! We are right over a week from one of our largest fundraisers- if you are in town, we need you!! Volunteers will help with parking fundraiser for the benefit of the school. Bring the kids along, this has been a friendly event for our students to help with. Shift coverage... READ MORE >
What is Teacher In-service? A teacher in-service day brings teachers together to enhance teaching skills, learn and prepare for new changes in the state curriculum, discuss grade level management, logistics and best practices. Learning is a life long endeavor. Education changes as the world changes, as students’ needs change and especially as the technological... READ MORE >
Last Wednesday we filled all orders received and determined we were short many adult shirts. Those that were shorted orders, had notes sent home with your child. I will also send an email to you with this information (behind on that). Yours is on order unless you want to cancel it and will just need to reach out to me. This demand for more shirts is leading us to... READ MORE >
Friday, September 14, was our New Playground Dedication. John L. Colbert, superintendent of Fayetteville Public Schools, spoke to the crowd attending and said the state of the art playground will bring a lot of joy to students.. A huge thanks to everyone who helped make this possible. The dedication today was a wonderful example of our caring community in... READ MORE >
Help with our Washington Elementary fundraiser! Sign up at the school or call the office. READ MORE >
We are looking forward to seeing all FPS students back at school on Monday, August 13th! Here we go!... READ MORE >
Washington - New Student Orientation for All Grades! We can't wait to see you! READ MORE >
Washington - Meet Your Teacher Night and Popsicles on the Playground READ MORE >