Giving Tuesday - Support Washington Primary's Playgr...

Give the Gift of Play! Support the Washington Primary Playground   Washington Primary Renovation & Expansion Washington Primary School is undergoing an exciting renovation that will expand the building to serve Pre-K through 2nd grade by August 2027. This project includes a new kindergarten wing and updates to the existing school. As part of this work, we are seeking community support to move, expand, and enhance the school playground for our growing student population.   Why Play Matters A revitalized playground will offer safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate spaces where children can play, explore, and learn together. Planned improvements include updated play equipment, expanded play areas, and improved accessibility to support the physical, social, and imaginative development of all students. Project Timeline Fundraising will take place over the next year, with the goal of ordering new equipment in fall 2026 and installing it during spring/summer 2027—just in time for the 2027–2028 school year. What We Need Several current playground structures will be relocated to the new site. Additional equipment is needed to support our expanded grade levels, including 2nd grade students who will join Washington Primary beginning in the 2027–2028 school year. We have identified a selection of playground pieces and themed play elements that we hope to purchase through a combination of community contributions and grant funding.   How You Can Help We invite families, alumni, local businesses, and community members to partner with us in this effort. Your donation—big or small—brings us one step closer to creating a playground that reflects the joy, growth, and bright future of Washington Primary. GIVE TODAY!  Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. Tori Peterson Communications Coordinator Washington Community Schools 812) 254-5536 ext. 1018

Tuesday, Dec 02 2025

Hatchet Happenings - October 2025 🍁🎃👻

Students Time Travel to their Future Career Kids at Hope Destinations Kids at Hope "destinations" are the four key areas of life where children are encouraged to set goals and visualize their future: Home & Family, Hobbies & Recreation, Community & Service, and Education & Career. The "Kids at Hope" philosophy is a cultural strategy centered on the belief that all children are capable of success, no exceptions. This nine weeks the focus is on Education & Career. We want to thank our community for supporting our elementary students with real world experiences. Career Day at Washington Intermediate Touch a Truck at Washington Primary   Washington Primary and WHS Students Partner to Create Lighted Christmas Displays A festive new partnership between Washington Primary and Washington High School is bringing a creative idea to life this holiday season! With the guidance and collaboration of Kim Conder and Matt Riney, kindergarten students have been drawing cheerful Christmas scenes, which high school students are now transforming into large lighted displays for Eastside Park this holiday season. The high school class has finished building the display frames, outlining each design with addressable LED lights—a challenging but exciting process that involves individually programming each of the 300 bulbs using a microcontroller. The project is funded through the SCALE K–12 grant, with support from Kip Kelley and the Washington Parks Department, who will showcase the finished displays at the park this season. This collaboration is a shining example of creativity, teamwork, and community spirit across grade levels!   Celebrating the Impact of Hope Bags and Community Partnership Last spring, WCS school social workers joined a meeting at Connections to explore ways to better support students in need—particularly in the area of school supplies. From that collaboration, the Hope Bags initiative was born. Through the combined efforts of dedicated volunteers and community partners, Hope Bags provided essential school supplies to approximately 650 students across WCS open houses and during the first few weeks of the new school year—an incredible accomplishment that made a meaningful difference for so many families. The effort doesn’t stop once the school year begins. As new students enroll throughout the year, Hope Bags remain stocked and ready, ensuring that every child has access to the supplies they need to feel welcomed and prepared from their first day forward. This initiative would not have been possible without the heart, time, and dedication of seven remarkable individuals: Jamie Williams – Bethany Church (adopted Washington Primary) Jeremy Adams – Youth First Erin Detweiler – New Hope Church (adopted Washington Intermediate) Adam Conder – Free Methodist Church (adopted Washington Upper) Sherry Davis and Vicki Murello – Connections Kerri Dalton – Bethel Church of Washington (adopted Veale, WHS, and WJHS) Christe Newkirk – WCS Social Worker Special thanks also goes to: Bethel Church of Washington, Bethany Christian Church, Central Christian Church, Christ United Methodist, Daviess County Connections, Free Methodist Church, Harvest Community Church, Mt. Olivet Church, New Hope Washington, Pleasant Hill United Methodist, Washington Rotary Club, Youth First. Because of their efforts—and the continued generosity of our community—students are receiving more than school supplies. They are receiving hope, encouragement, and a warm welcome into Washington Community Schools.   Exploring Computer Science and Microelectronics Students in Mrs. Dillon’s computer science classes at Washington Junior High are diving into the world of coding and hands-on technology projects. One of the newest additions this semester is Microelectronics, a unit that has quickly become a student favorite. Through these projects, students are learning how technology works on a smaller scale while gaining valuable skills that can lead to future opportunities in various STEM fields. Mrs. Dillon’s class focuses on providing students with experiences that go beyond the textbook. By exploring interactive and collaborative projects, students develop problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork skills—all while applying what they learn to real-world situations. These lessons are designed to help students look ahead to their futures, encouraging them to think about the many career paths and possibilities that await them beyond high school.   Please Join Us for the 64th Annual Veale Chili Supper! Saturday, November 1, 2025 4:00 - 7:00 pm You can get tickets at the door!!! $10 for the dinner. $5 for raffle baskets Raffle items include: Blackstone grill Yeti backpack cooler Robot Vacuum We also have class baskets to be raffled off!   Staff Members of the Month Congratulations to our Staff Members of the Month - Chad Niehaus, Brittany Burns, and Erin Kellar (Not Pictured). At Washington Community Schools, we proudly honor our outstanding staff for their dedication and exceptional commitment to our students every day. At each monthly school board meeting, we will highlight staff members who have been nominated for exemplifying the highest standards of excellence. Thank you to Tim Cochren from Habig Injury Law (@habiginjurylaw) for supporting our staff and providing each nominee with a $50.00 Amazon gift card and Yeti Tumbler! READ THE NOMINATIONS   Choose Southern Indiana Grant Recipient Donna Congrad, Washington Upper Elementary Congratulations to Donna Conrad, recipient of the Choose Southern Indiana Workforce Attraction Program! Donna moved to the area this fall to join the staff at Washington Upper Elementary to teach 6th Grade. Choose Southern Indiana @choosesoin a program through Radius Indiana, is a population and talent attraction program that offers up to $5,000 relocation incentive to qualified out-of-state individuals or families who relocate to several southern Indiana communities. Mrs. Conrad is pictured here with Assistant Superintendent Steve Peterson and COO Kristal Painter. Choose Southern Indiana   Daviess County Health and Resource Fair Washington Community Building 501 Burkhart Dr, Washington, IN 47501 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Free Vaccinations for all ages Free hygiene kits (including shampoo, conditioner, razors, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, deodorant, and toilet paper) to the first 50 attendees $10 gas cards for the first 50 participants who complete our anonymous survey Free socks Free health screenings A chance to win a $25 Walmart gift card DAVIESS COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT     Don't Forget to Change Your Clocks! Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend, don't forget to "fall back" by setting your clocks back one hour!   UPCOMING EVENTS October 29 - Scheduled 2-Hour Delay Wednesday October 29 - Picture Retake Day, WHS October 29 - McTeacher Night, WVE November 2 - Daylight Savings Time Ends November 10-14 - Book Fair, Washington Intermediate. November 11 - Veterans Day November 11 - Picture Retake Day, WJHS November 13 - Book Fair Family Night, WI November 14 - Picture Retake Day, Washington Upper Elementary November 19 - Scheduled 2 Hour Delay Wednesday November 26-28 - Thanksgiving Break, No School December 22-January 2 - Winter Break, No School   Washington Community Schools IMAGINE ACHIEVE MASTER Washington Community Schools is committed to preparing ALL students for the future. Offering a wide variety of opportunities and technology allows students PK-12 to IMAGINE the possibilities, ACHIEVE success and explore their potential, and MASTER skills that will take them to the next level of life and learning. #IAMWashington

Tuesday, Oct 28 2025

Here is your September Hatchet Happenings! 🎓📜

College GO! Week WHS Seniors take advantage of College Application Week College Application Week is part of College GO! And is a national initiative of the American College Application Campaign. The goal is to help high school seniors navigate the college admissions process and ensure each student submits at least one admissions application. Many Indiana universities join in the celebration by waiving their college application fees for a week or longer so that students can apply for FREE!   Give the Gift of HOPE - Third Grade College & Business Sweatshirt Project As part of Kids At Hope, we make sure to time travel with our students to four different destinations throughout the school year, one of them focusing on college and career choices! To reinforce this idea, your 3rd grade team would love to keep the tradition going of gifting EVERY third grader at WCS a brand new college or business sweatshirt/crewneck right before Winter Break!  We appreciate all the help year after year! This is one of our favorite projects and something the kids will always remember. If you would like to donate a new sweatshirt/crewneck to us, cash, or check... please reach out to Jordan Bennington, or one of the other 3rd grade teachers to figure out the details/sizes we need. We would love to have all sweatshirts/crewnecks in by December 1 to wrap them and give as gifts before winter break.   Indiana Uplands Microelectronics Academy Building the Future of Microelectronics in the Indiana Uplands Washington Community Schools is proud to share exciting progress in the growing field of microelectronics (ME). Our region is helping to lead the way in developing the skilled workforce needed to meet the nation’s critical demand for ME production—while opening powerful new opportunities for students right here at home. This fall, the Indiana Uplands Microelectronics Academy officially launched with students from Bloomfield, Loogootee, and Washington High School as members of the inaugural cohort. Of the 9 students selected from these three schools, 5 are from Washington High School—a remarkable achievement! Over the next two years, academy students will gain hands-on training, earn dual credits through Ivy Tech, and pursue industry-recognized certifications, giving students a valuable head start on both higher education and future careers. The ME Academy, otherwise known as MoMEntum, is part of a broader effort to promote and prepare skilled talent across the Indiana Uplands. Recent progress includes: MoMEntum - First of its kind ME Training Hub Operational: In daily use since August, the hub provides hands-on training opportunities. Students are already working toward IPC J-STD-001 soldering certifications, while earning Ivy Tech dual credit.  Industry Partnership with Reliable MicroSystems: This formal collaboration ensures subject matter expertise and ongoing support in operating the hub. K–12 Outreach Mobile Unit: Launching this fall, the mobile unit will bring hands-on ME experiences directly to students, parents, and educators throughout the region. By engaging with our community partners, Washington High School students are not only earning their diplomas but also gaining real-world skills in a high-demand field that supports both national defense and local career growth. Washington Community Schools is excited to support students in opportunities like these—opportunities that allow them to learn, earn, and graduate with the skills to shape bright futures.   WHS Expands Strength & Conditioning Program and Adopts PERCH System for Student Athletes WHS has recently made significant upgrades to the weight room facilities and expanded the Strength & Conditioning curriculum. Studies show strength and conditioning benefits student athletes by improving athletic performance and reducing injury risk. Perch Technology in the Weight Room Washington athletes now have access to Perch, an innovative weight room technology designed to improve performance, safety, and motivation. Boosts Confidence & Motivation – Real-time feedback makes progress visible, inspiring athletes to train with intent and push toward their goals. Encourages Healthy Competition – Live leaderboards and immediate feedback fuel excitement and buy-in across teams. Keeps Athletes on Track – Coaches can monitor compliance, spot red flags early, and adjust training for optimal results. Prioritizes Safety – Performance data helps coaches track fatigue and readiness, reducing risk of injury. Enhances Recruitment – Clear, data-backed evidence of growth gives athletes an edge with college coaches. The Hatchet commitment gives student-athletes cutting-edge tools that maximize their unique abilities.   A Celebration of Reading Dragons Love Tacos Title I Night at Washington Intermediate 📖 A celebration of reading for 2nd graders at Washington Intermediate. Did you know that every time you pick up a book, you’re doing more than just reading words on a page? Reading grows your mind! 💡 ✔️Expands Vocabulary – Discover new words and ways to express yourself. ✔️Boosts Writing Skills – Great readers often become great writers. ✔️Sharpens Focus & Concentration – Reading strengthens your ability to stay engaged. ✔️Improves Communication – Learn to share your ideas clearly and confidently. ✔️Inspires Creativity & Critical Thinking – Stories spark imagination and encourage problem-solving. ✔️Builds Empathy – Step into someone else’s shoes and see the world from new perspectives. Every page turned is a step toward becoming a stronger thinker, communicator, and creator.   LEGO Robotics Training Possible due to Toyota's T4G (Together for Good) Grant Washington Community Schools received a grant through Toyota's T4G (Together for Good) program. This funding will allow us to provide professional development for our elementary teachers, helping them use LEGO robotics to inspire student engagement and learning. We just wrapped up our first training session, where teachers had a blast building and coding LEGO creations to perform different functions. They also explored how to connect LEGO Education's curriculum to academic standards for implementation in their classroom. This grant also provides funding for us to purchase more LEGO kits for our classrooms. We can't wait to see the amazing ways our teachers will use LEGOs to spark creativity and learning in their students!   PLTW Robotics & Animation at Washington JH Watch how we turn a simple ramp into a real-world math + physics lesson!   Staff Members of the Month Congratulations to our Staff Members of the Month - Jerry Browning, Pam Worland, Danyelle Niehaus, and McKenzie Norton! At Washington Community Schools, we proudly honor our outstanding staff for their dedication and exceptional commitment to our students every day. Thank you to Tim Cochren from Habig Injury Law for supporting our staff and providing each nominee with a $50.00 Amazon gift card and Yeti Tumbler! SEE THE NOMINATIONS HERE   Did you know you can change your ParentSquare Notification Settings? Here's how. You can customize your post notifications based on type and delivery method. Instant: sends all post notifications in real-time. Digest: sends all posts for the day in one single digest at the end of the day (recommended.)  Posts sent as immediate, as well as direct messages and alerts, will still be delivered instantly. Follow these steps on your phone: From Home, tap the Menu (triple bars) on the top left.  Select Account. Select Notifications. Use the toggle to turn on or off notifications by email, text and app.  Select Instant or Digest for each mode.    Next summer's confidence is built this fall! The Daviess County Family YMCA is offering Group Swim Lessons in October. Swimming is both a lifelong and lifesaving skill. Statistics show that drowning is the number one cause of death for children ages 1-4. It is the second leading cause of death for children ages 5-14. We at the Y believe everyone should learn how to swim not just for safety, but also because it is a skill you can use the rest of your life! Sign your child up today for swim lessons! Group Swim Lessons for ages 4-12 Levels 1-2 offered Dates: October 7-30 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays for a total of 8 evenings of 30-min swim lessons Sessions: We have time slots for 5-5:30pm, 5:30-6pm, 6-6:30pm and 6:30-7pm. Cost: $60 for members; $90 for nonmembers (This is for the entire 8 lessons). How to register: Registration is open online at dcymca.org or you can call 812-254-4481 or stop by the front desk.   DCYMCA After School Program Daviess County YMCA After School Program For Kindergarten - 6th Grade Students Are you searching for the perfect after-school activity that combines fun, learning, and growth? Homework Help Arts & Crafts STEM Outside Play Snacks Bus Drop Off Swim EVERY FRIDAY! Register now DCYMCA or email Emily at eclinton@dcymca.org REGISTRATION - DCYMCA   Fiesta de la Familia - FREE Admission to the Children's Museum Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025 Special Activities 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Join us for a day of cultural celebration, interactive experiences, and family fun!     Upcoming Events October 6 - School Smiles at Washington Primary October 6 - McTeacher Night, Washington Intermediate October 10 - Picture Day, Washington Veale Elementary October 13-17 - Fall Break, No School October 22 - McTeacher Night, Washington Upper Elementary October 24 - Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences, No School October 28 - Picture Retake Day, Washington Primary October 29 - Scheduled 2-Hour Delay Wednesday November 10-14 - Book Fair, Washington Intermediate November 14 - Picture Retake Day, Washington Upper Elementary November 19 - Scheduled 2 Hour Delay Wednesday November 26-28 - Thanksgiving Break, No School   Washington Community Schools IMAGINE ACHIEVE MASTER Washington Community Schools is committed to preparing ALL students for the future. Offering a wide variety of opportunities and technology allows students PK-12 to IMAGINE the possibilities, ACHIEVE success and explore their potential, and MASTER skills that will take them to the next level of life and learning. #IAMWashington EXPERIENCE MORE AT WCS

Tuesday, Sep 30 2025

Hatchet Happenings - August 2025

Teacher Aprenticeship Program Washington Community Schools is proud to share the continued progress of our Teacher Apprenticeship program. Last year, three juniors began this important journey, and this year we are pleased to welcome three additional students. Together, these six apprentices are gaining valuable classroom experience by learning and working alongside our dedicated educators. Through a partnership with Regional Opportunity Initiatives and Vincennes University, apprentices not only gain hands-on experience but also earn 18 dual credits, giving them a significant head start toward an education degree. This opportunity allows students to accelerate their path to a bachelor’s degree while developing essential skills through professional development and mentorship. This year also marks the launch of our Early Childhood Apprenticeship program, with six students participating in this new initiative. In collaboration with the SIESC Next Level Program of Study and Vincennes University, these apprentices are earning dual credits while preparing for careers in early childhood education. Washington Community Schools remains committed to creating strong pathways to success for all students. The Teacher Apprenticeship and Early Childhood Apprenticeship programs represent important steps in building the future of education, and we are deeply grateful to our partners for helping make these opportunities possible.   Public Work Session Washington Community Schools Board of Trustees will hold a Public Work Session to discuss the proposed expansion to the Washington Primary building and other facility projects.  Mike Holtkamp, from Hagerman Construction, will share with the board updates on the final plans and next steps.  The public is welcome to attend to learn more about the project, and there will be time allotted for questions.  Thursday, September 25, 2025 7:30 pm Washington Primary Cafeteria   Washington Community Schools is Using ParentSquare! We are excited to announce that we have adopted a new form of school-to-home communication called ParentSquare. This unified communications platform is designed to keep parents and guardians informed and encourage greater engagement and connection with our Washington Community Schools community. It provides a safe way for district administrators, school principals, teachers, staff, and parents to:   Send and receive school and class information Share pictures and files See calendar items Sign up to volunteer Schedule parent-teacher conferences and much more . . . all in one centralized place!   All district and school, grade level, and classroom information will now be sent to your computer or phone via email and/or text. For even more convenience, download the ParentSquare app (available for free for iOS and Android devices).    iOS App - Apple Store Android App - Google Play Store   12 AP Courses = College Success at WHS   School Smiles On-site Dental Care The School Smiles Dentist is coming to Washington Upper Elementary! All students who have signed up for the program will be seen on August 29th by the dental team. As a reminder, the dental team will set up in the school and see your child during the school day. School Smiles offers an Exam, Cleanings, X-Rays, Fluoride, as well as same day treatment if needed. This treatment can consist of Fillings, Sealants, or SDF. If you are interested in signing up your student to be seen please follow the link to the School Smiles Website at www.schoolsmiles.com/student-signup. For any questions, please call 855-497-6453      WHS Homecoming Parade Friday, September 12th 5:00 pm Parade Entry Contact Information sbrooks@wcs.k12.in.us cmemering1@wcs.k12.in.us Deadline to Apply: September 9th   August 27 is a Scheduled 2-Hour Delay This is a reminder that Wednesday, August 27, 2025, is a Scheduled 2-Hour Delay Wednesday for staff professional development. All schools will follow the same procedures and schedule as a 2-Hour Weather Delay. School will start 2 hours later than normal and buses will pick up students 2 hours later than normal. Breakfast and Lunch will be served.  The Pre-Kindergarten program will not participate, they will run their normal schedule.   Youth First Daviess County Pickleball Tournament The 1st Annual Youth First Daviess County Pickleball Tournament, presented by GPC, is happening October 3–5, 2025 at Longfellow Park—and we’d love for you to be part of the action! Whether you're interested in playing, sponsoring, or both, now is the perfect time to get involved. Youth First’s mission is to strengthen youth and families by providing evidence-based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success. Your support helps ensure that over 3,300 children across Daviess County have access to the care and guidance they need to succeed. Please see the attached Sponsorship & Registration Packet for full details. Cost & Registration: $45 per Adult / $25 per youth ($5 per additional event) Click Here to Register Tournament Dates: Friday 10/3 – Singles Saturday 10/4 – Gender Doubles & Youth Division Sunday 10/5 – Mixed Doubles Location: Longfellow Park, Washington, IN BECOME A SPONSOR   Reminder: 6th Grade Immunizations All 6th Graders are required to have a set of shots. If your student has not already received their set of 6th grade shots, please contact your family physician or the Daviess County Health Department at 812-254-8666 as soon as possible.     No School Monday September 1, 2025 Washington Community Schools will be CLOSED on Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day.   Upcoming Events August 27 - Scheduled 2-Hour Delay August 28 - Picture Day, Washington Intermediate September 1 - No School, Labor Day September 12 - Homecoming September 23 - Picture Day, Washington JH September 23 - 2nd Grade Title Night, 6:00 pm September 24 - Scheduled 2-Hour Delay September 25 - School Board Public Work Session on the Washington Primary Facility Project, 7:30 pm, Washington Primary October 3 - Picutre Day, Washington Upper Elementary October 6 - Washington Intermediate McTeacher Night, 4:00 - 7:00 pm October 10 - Picture Retakes - Washington Veale Elementary October 13-17 - No School, Fall Break October 24 - No School, Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences October 29 - Scheduled 2 Hour Delay October 29 - Washington Veale Elementary McTeacher Night, 4:00 - 7:00 pm   Washington Community Schools IMAGINE ACHIEVE MASTER Washington Community Schools is committed to preparing ALL students for the future. Offering a wide variety of opportunities and technology allows students PK-12 to IMAGINE the possibilities, ACHIEVE success and explore their potential, and MASTER skills that will take them to the next level of life and learning. #IAMWashington

Tuesday, Aug 26 2025

Attendance Policy 2025-26

Washington Community Schools Families, Washington Community Schools is dedicated to cultivating habits of good attendance early, so that all students have the opportunity to learn and succeed in school. The Washington Community Schools administrative team seeks to build positive partnerships with students, parents, and guardians to work together on this endeavor of building a habit of good attendance. Communication from both ends (building administrators and parents/guardians) is important to know where students stand in regards to their accumulated absences throughout the school year. Key definitions defined by the state of Indiana’s code on student attendance include: Habitual Absence - A student who has accumulated 10 or more UNEXCUSED absences in a school year. Chronic Absenteeism - Missing ten percent (10%) or more of a school year for any reason (Excused or Unexcused). For example, a student missing 9 or more days of school (Excused or Unexcused) within a semester (½ the year) would be considered in “chronic absenteeism”   Exemptions These are days when a student is not physically present at school but is not marked absent by the school or the state of Indiana. In most cases, documentation is required. Serving as a page or honoree of the Indiana General Assembly Serving on the precinct election board or as a helper to a political candidate or party on the day of a municipal, primary, or general election Subpoenaed to testify in court Serving as an active duty member of the armed forces, including the National Guard for at least 15 days in a school year.  Serving with the Civil Air Patrol for up to 5 days.  Approved educationally related non-classroom activity The student or a member of the student's household exhibits or participates in the Indiana State Fair for educational purposes HEA 1660 adds a new exception for students who participate in a scheduled competition, exhibition, or event offered by the National FFA, Indiana FFA, or 4-H   Excused Absences Parent or Guardian MUST notify the school on the day of the absence.  Student is ill and the parent/guardian contacts the school (up to 10 days) Student is sent home by the school nurse Doctor appointments or hospitalization. Medical notes must be brought to school no later than 2 days after the absence. Backdated notes will not be accepted.  Doctor documented an extended illness Religous holidays, practices, or events that are significant to a student's faith Funeral of an immediate family member, non-immediate family member, or friend Pre-arranged absences Extenuating circumstances as determined by the administration School-sponsored event Administrative suspension   Unexcused Absences These are any absences that do not meet the exempt or excused criteria including: Truancy - Failure to report to school or be in an assigned area without permission Oversleeping Absence from school without parents contacting the school to verify absence Leaving school without permission No transportation Babysitting or caring for parents   Absence Reporting Guidelines Parents/Guardians MUST call in to the school by 8:00 am when a student is absent to report the reason for the absence.  Beginning at 9:00 am, parents who have not contacted the school will receive an automatic notice via ParentSquare. Report an Absence WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Attendance Direct Line 812 254-8350 WASHINGTON JR. HIGH SCHOOL 812 254-2682 WASHINGTON INTERMEDIATE 812 254-8366 WASHINGTON PRIMARY 812 254-8360 WASHINGTON UPPER ELEMENTARY 812 254-8363 WASHINGTON VEALE ELEMENTARY 812 254-3968   Student Handbooks Please review the appropriate student handbook for your child (elementary, junior high, or high school) to see how building administrators will follow a plan to notify parents/guardians when certain accumulated counts of absences have been reached through the school year. ELEMENTARY STUDENT HANDBOOK JUNIOR HIGH STUDENT HANDBOOK HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT HANDBOOK   Washington Community Schools IMAGINE ACHIEVE MASTER Washington Community Schools is committed to preparing ALL students for the future. Offering a wide variety of opportunities and technology allows students PK-12 to IMAGINE the possibilities, ACHIEVE success and explore their potential, and MASTER skills that will take them to the next level of life and learning. #IAMWashington

Thursday, Jul 24 2025

Hatchet Happenings - Back to School 2025-26 🏫🍎🎒

Welcome Back! Washington Community Schools has been busy getting ready for the new school year, and we can't wait to see you! The first day of school is Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Read more for important dates and information you need for a great start to the school year!   Registration 2025-2026 Online Registration for returning students begins July 15, 2025 In-Person Registration July 15 from 1:00 - 7:00 pm July 16 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm New Students should call their child's school to make an appointment during In-Person Registration. For incoming Kindergarten and PK students: If you participated in preregistration in the spring and have submitted all required documentation, you can complete registration online in Skyward Family Access. If you entered your email address during Pre-Registration, your login information will be emailed to you. If you did not participate in pre-registration or need to submit the required documentation, please contact your child's school. REGISTRATION INFORMATION   Skyward Family Access We are pleased to offer Skyward Family Access to our families. Skyward is our student information system, which is on a secure server that families can access with a unique login and password. If you have not been issued login information, please contact your child's school. Skyward Family Access is also available as an mobile app in the Google Play or App Store. In Skyward Family Access, parents are able to: Register for School Contact your Child's Teacher Check Assignments and Grades View Attendance History View Discipline Reports Update Contact/Emergency Contact Information SKYWARD FAMILY ACCESS   eFunds for Schools We are pleased to offer a service for parents called e-Funds for Schools. This user-friendly program offers various options for parents/guardians who choose to make online payments for meal extras. Parents will have the option of paying fees by having funds electronically withdrawn from their checking account, credit card, or debit card. e-Funds will charge parents a convenience fee for processing payments, similar to other online banking services. The district will not request or keep records of family checking or credit card account information. EFUNDS FOR SCHOOLS   ALL Students Eat FREE Breakfast & Lunch Every Day! Washington Community Schools is happy to share that ALL students K-12 will be provided with FREE breakfast and lunch for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. Please note that only a USDA school meal will be given to students free of charge. Each day, your child is offered a lunch containing the following: a meat or meat alternative, a grain, a fruit, a vegetable, and milk. Out of these 5 food groups your child is offered, he or she must choose at least 3 food groups for his or her meal. One of the food groups must be a fruit or vegetable. If your child chooses not to take at least 3 out of 5 food groups, the meal will be charged to your child’s account, and parents will be responsible. Any extras or ala carte items will be charged to your child’s account as well. Please see our website for additional information as to what constitutes a school meal. UNDERSTANDING THE LUNCH LINE   School Year at a Glance Calendar Click the button below to download our Year at a Glance school year calendar. CALENDARS   Scheduled 2 Hour Delay Wednesdays Washington Community Schools will have (8) 2-Hour Delay Wednesdays, 1 per month excluding December & May, built into our school calendar for staff professional development. 2-HOUR DELAY WEDNESDAYS   Washington Primary Kindergarten Staggered Start Washington Primary is implementing a Staggered Start Schedule to provide a smooth and supportive transition for our youngest learners. Kindergarten Staggered Start Schedule - 2025-2026  August 6: Last Names A-M attend August 7: Last Names N-Z attend August 8: Last Names A-M attend August 11: Last Names N-Z attend August 12: Last Names A-M attend August 13: Last Names N-Z attend August 14: No kindergarten students attend & Kindergarten Open House 4:30-6:30 pm August 15: All students attend KINDERGARTEN STAGGERED START   Arrival & Dismissal Times The main entrance to the buildings will open at 7:30 am, allowing parents time to drop off students. Students will either eat breakfast or be supervised in the gym. For detailed arrival and dismissal times for your child's school, click the button below. ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL TIMES   Transportation If you have questions concerning bus transportation for the upcoming school year, please call your child's school. If the school secretary cannot answer your question, someone from the transportation department will contact you.   Back to School Events Click the Button Below to see the complete list of Back to School Events, including School Walk Thrus, Back to School Nights, and Open Houses. BACK TO SCHOOL EVENTS CALENDAR   School Supply Lists Click the button below for elementary school supply lists. Washington Jr. High and Washington HS do not have specific lists, students are required to have their own supplies as needed. SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS   Immunization Clinics Daviess County Health Department Back-to-School Immunization Clinics August 4: 8 am until 7 pm August 5 : 8 am until 7 pm August 6: 8 am until 7 pm Country Health clinic in Montgomery every 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of each month. 10 am until Noon. Walk-ins only. During In-Person Registration on July 15 from 1-7 pm and July 16 from 8-3 pm, DCH will be at Washington Upper Elementary to administer 6th grade immunizations.  DAVIESS COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   Washington Community Schools IMAGINE ACHIEVE MASTER Washington Community Schools is committed to preparing ALL students for the future. Offering a wide variety of opportunities and technology allows students PK-12 to IMAGINE the possibilities, ACHIEVE success and explore their potential, and MASTER skills that will take them to the next level of life and learning. #IAMWashington

Monday, Jul 07 2025