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Blue Jay Bulletin

School District of Washington

Blue Jay BulletinSchool District of Washington
Kephart Communications January 2025

School District of Washington Inclement Weather/Snow Day Procedures

Many factors are considered when the decision to cancel school is made due to weather. On the surface, the decisions we make might seem simple, when in fact, that isn’t necessarily the case. Click here for the story.

WINGS Makes Grant and Scholarships Award Presentations to SDOW Staff

WINGS Educational Foundation recently awarded grants and scholarships to School District of Washington staff members who applied. Staff scholarships for continued education, conference grants and presenter grants were awarded. Click here for the story.

Washington High School Student Lainey Ahal Becomes First Female Eagles Scout in Area

Washington High School sophomore Lainey Ahal recently earned her Eagle Scout badge through the Boy Scouts. Click here for the story.

South Point Elementary Students Make Presentations to Assisted Living Residents

As part of a service learning project, fifth-grade students at South Point Elementary recently presented projects they crafted, highlighting and honoring the lives of some residents at South Pointe Assisted Living. Click here for the story.

Washington NJROTC Orienteering Team Competes at Championship Meet

The Washington High School NJROTC Varsity Orienteering team attended the Area 14 and 15 Orienteering Championship meet near Cincinnati, Ohio. Click here for the story.

Clemco Makes Donation to Four Rivers Career Center's Engineering Program

Clemco Industries Corporation in Washington recently presented the Four Rivers Career Center’s engineering program a check for $10,000. Click here for the story.

Washington Middle School Leadership Students Read to Campbellton Elementary K-3 Students

Washington Middle School Leadership students visited Campbellton Elementary to read to K-3 grade students during their Read-A-Thon on Monday, December 2. Click here for the story.

Washington High School Leadership Class Sends Thank You Cards From Students to Military

The Washington High School Leadership class is in the process of completing a project of collecting, packing and shipping thank you cards and letters to United States soldiers stationed across the world. Click here for the story.

Just Hank’s Café & Coffee Shop Makes Donation of $1,250 to SDOW Backpack Program

Just Hank’s Café & Coffee Shop recently made a donation of $1,250 to the School District of Washington’s food backpack program, "Fighting Hunger & Fueling Minds." Click here for the story.

Aubrey Holt - Blue Jay Pride Award

Aubrey Holt, guidance counselor at Washington West Elementary, is the December recipient of the Blue Jay Pride Award. Click here for the story.

Washington High School Band Members Receive All-State Recognition

Members of the Washington High School Band participated in the annual Missouri All-State Band Auditions on Saturday, December 7, at Hickman High School in Columbia. Click here for the story.

WHS Softball Coaching Staff Recognized as National High School Coaching Staff of the Year

Washington High School’s softball coaching staff was recognized for being named the NFCA (National Fastpitch Coaches Association) High School National Coaching Staff of the Year for the 2023-24 season. Click here for the story.

Incumbents Brinkmann, Wood File for Board of Education

Two individuals filed for two open seats on the School District of Washington’s Board of Education, meaning there will not be a school board election on April 8. Click here for the story.
SDOW Leadership's Rendition of "The Twelve Days of Christmas"
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