Greetings Washington Families,

Happy February! As we embark on this new month, I find myself reflecting on the love that all of our staff and students have for our school community! I am so appreciative of the kindness both staff and students model daily.

Speaking of appreciation, February 6-10 is National School Counselor Week, and it's the perfect time to express our gratitude to our incredible school counselor, Ms. McDonough. Her dedication and support contribute significantly to the well-being of our students, fostering an environment where every child can thrive. Let's take a moment to acknowledge and thank Ms. McDonough for her unwavering commitment to our school community.

On another note, mark your calendars for World Read Aloud Day on February 7th! We'll be celebrating the joy of reading and the power of storytelling throughout the day. Encourage your child to bring their favorite book and we will have guest readers reading aloud to classes in each grade level. If you would like to volunteer to be a guest reader, click here!

Additionally, we are excited to remind you about an upcoming parent session on February 15 at 6:30pm, both virtually and in person. Join us for valuable insights and strategies on supporting children with anxiety. It's an opportunity for us to come together as a community and share resources that empower us to nurture the well-being of our young minds.

Thank you for being an integral part of our Washington GT family. Let's make February a month filled with love, learning, and appreciation for one another AND...

Let's make it a great week at 1000 Fayetteville Street!

Magically,

Catie Burnette

Principal

We are looking for guest readers for World Read Aloud Day on February 7th! To make this day special for our students, we would love to arrange guest readers for this day.

Click the button below to sign up if you are interested in reading to a class. If you have any questions please reach out to Carolyn Schmidt (cschmidt2@wcpss.net).

Hello Washington 5th Grade Families! We are planning final details for our 100th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday Feb. 24th, 2024 and are looking for parents and students who are willing to volunteer TOGETHER during the event. If you and your child are interested, please click the button below to complete the Google Form and Ms. Wilkinson will be in touch with details.

In an effort to help students make connections between their gifts and talents, electives and future careers we will be holding a Career Day on the last day of our 3rd quarter electives! On Thursday March 21st, we will be looking for parents and community members to share a variety of different careers with students. If you would be interested in being a guest speaker-in person or virtually, please complete the form below and someone will be in contact with you! Please feel free to pass along to family and friends who might be interested as well.

Sign-up: bit.ly/WESCareerDay24

Congratulations to our School-Wide Spelling Bee Winner, Nicholas and Runner Up, Anuj! These two amazing spellers completed for 15 exciting rounds. We are so proud of them and all of our School-Wide Spelling Bee participants!

How To Deal With Anxiety (Coping Skills): Family Academy Parent Session

Thursday, February 15 · 6:30 – 7:30pm

Time zone: America/New_York

Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/krf-fezi-ceh

Anxious students may not be able to verbalize the specific cause of their anxiety; they just know they are experiencing excessive and ongoing worry and fear about something. They may avoid situations or activities in school. They may start to decline in academics and have trouble focusing and concentrating. This workshop will provide strategies for parents/caregivers to help their children cope with anxiety.

Who? All Interested Washington Parents

When? Thursday, February 15, 2023

Where? Washington GT Magnet Elementary Media Center

🎉 Join us in celebrating a century of brilliance at Washington GT Magnet Elementary School! 🎓✨ On February 24, 2024, we're throwing a spectacular 100th-anniversary bash that promises to be a trip down memory lane and a glimpse into the future. 🎈📚 A century of excellence, we have been creating bright futures since 1923! 🌟 Join us at 1:00pm on 2.24.24 for an event filled with nostalgia, inspiration, and community spirit. 🎊 Don't miss this historic event! Save the date and be part of the legacy! 🎂🏫

RSVP: https://bit.ly/washington22424 OR by calling 919-856-7960

We need parent volunteers to make Math & Science Night a success! Volunteer roles include help with set-up and clean-up, and assisting with an activity during the event. Volunteering as little as 30 minutes is incredibly helpful! Please email Laura at lab.walton@gmail.com to help.

• Inspect real rockets from The NC State High Powered Rocketry Club and make your own!
• Create calcium alginate pearls and chromatography butterflies with Meredith College’s Chemical Society.
• Learn about live animals from White Deer Park.
• And so much more from NCSU Genetics Club, NCSU Physics Society, NCSU SUM Club, and Forge Lego Robotics.
• Mr. Martin’s Math Games will return, as well as The Egg Drop Challenge and a Paper Airplane Competition.

Jessica’s Food Truck will be back and the PTA will be selling snacks, water, and juice. Wizard Wear will also be available from House of Swank.

DON’T FORGET:

• Cash for food, drinks, and Wizard Wear!
• Your egg protection device for the Egg Drop Challenge

Math & Science Night is brought to you by WES PTA and The Shining Star Fundraiser

On Sunday, February 11, 2024, Dr. Kim Bush's (Washington Parent) PRT 376 -301 class will team up with NC State Athletics to host the 2024 All-Sport Clinic in conjunction with Wolfpack Gymnastics Girls & Women in Sports Day. This could be the perfect pre-Superbowl Warm up to get energy out!

Youth in grades K-5, are welcome to register (limited to 30) to participate in this fun, all-sport learning experience. NCSU students enrolled in PRT 376-301, as well as, a few athletes who participate in NC State Women's teams will lead and mentor youth participants through various sport drills and skill development stations. Tickets are available to purchase to cheer on Wolfpack Gymnastics following the clinic.

To find out more, please view the clinic link.

K: Amaya

1st: Callie

2nd: Ellie

3rd: Graham

4th: Riley

5th: Manasvi

Staff: Ms. Thweatt, 5th Grade ELA/SS Teacher

Wednesday, February 7: World Read Aloud Day
February 5-9: National School Counselor Week
February 12-16: Love the Bus Week (Bus Driver Appreciation)
Thursday, February 15: How To Deal With Anxiety:Family Academy Parent Session, 6:30pm

• Now in-person and virtual: https://meet.google.com/krf-fezi-ceh
  

Monday, February 19: NO SCHOOL- HOLIDAY
Tuesday, February 20: NO SCHOOL- TEACHER WORKDAY
Wednesday, February 21:

Thursday, February 22:

Friday, February 23: Cultural Arts Performance (THE BEAST)

Saturday, February 24: 100th Year Celebration at Washington, 1:00pm (RSVP HERE)

Tuesday, March 5: Teacher Workday

Thursday, March 7: Math and Science Night, 5:30-7:30pm

• 2023-24 WCPSS Student/Parent Handbook (English)
• 2023-24 WCPSS Student/Parent Handbook (Spanish)
• 2023-24 Washington Student/Parent Handbook