Greetings Washington Families,

The season of giving and celebration is here, and we have several exciting opportunities to connect and support our community!

Holiday Magic Program

Every year, our Washington family comes together to create Holiday Magic for students and families in need—and this year, the need is greater than ever.

We are requesting $25 gift cards to Target, Walmart, or Amazon to support our families. If you’re able to contribute, please sign up using the SignUpGenius here.

All gift card contributions are due by Friday, December 13.

PTA Staff Cookie Exchange

Help us give our amazing staff a festive and tasty send-off for winter break! You can support this effort by donating cookies, supplies, or your time.🎅

You can:

• Bake or buy cookies (store-bought cookies must remain in original packaging).
• Bring cookies or supplies during PM carpool on Dec 19 or AM carpool on Dec 20.

Sign up to participate using the SignUpGenius here.

Winter Orchestra Concert

We are looking forward to our Winter Orchestra Concert this Thursday at 6:30 PM! Come enjoy the sounds of the season and support our talented student musicians.

WES Family Night Out at Trophy Pizza

Make it a night out before or after the concert! Join us for a fun WES Family Night Out at Trophy Pizza (827 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC 27603) on Thursday, December 12! Stop by anytime between 5:00-9:00 PM to enjoy delicious pizza while supporting our school. Trophy Pizza is generously donating 10% of sales during this time to benefit WES.

Thank you for your continued support and for making this season so special for our school community!

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

Magically,

Catie Burnette

Principal

Bio: Hi! My name is Abby Dittmann and I am ecstatic to dive into my first year teaching in 3rd grade at Washington. I was born and raised in Raleigh and have gone to Wake County Public schools my whole life. I recently graduated from Meredith College with my Bachelor of Science in Child Development and also gained my K-6 Teaching license. I enjoy playing pickleball with my friends, going out for sushi, and taking my family dog, Macon, on walks! I can't wait for this year and am so excited to be at Washington!

Alumni: Meredith College

Favorite Quote: "You can never be overdressed or overeducated" -Oscar Wilde

Favorite Children's Book: Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper

Gifts & Talents: I have never met a stranger, and I am also great at organizing!

She has been nominated for the Diane Kent-Parker First Year Teacher Award!

Every year, our Washington community comes together to create Holiday Magic for our students and families in need. This year, the need is greater than ever, and we’re asking for your help to ensure all families can experience the joy of the season.

We are requesting gift cards in $25 increments to support our families. If you are able to contribute, please sign up using the Sign Up Genius. Parents can bring their gift cards directly to school or students can bring gift cards in a labeled envelope or bag to the main office. They can be placed in the PTA Box and will be distributed by our Student Support Services team to families in need before winter break.

Thank you for helping us make the season brighter for everyone!

Help us give our staff a sweet sendoff before Winter Break. We need cookies, supplies, and your time! With your help, each staff member will have 12 cookies to take home to enjoy with family and friends (or enjoy alone in a hot bath!).

Shoutout to our aWESesome students who’ve qualified for the schoolwide spelling bee! 🐝 You’ve worked hard and shown some serious spelling skills to get here, and we’re so proud of you! Mark your calendars—the big event will be on Thursday, January 23rd. We can’t wait to see you shine! Keep up the great work! 🌟📚

Wake County PTA has announced the county-level results for the PTA Reflections Contest! Winners from each division and category will advance to the state-level competition. This year, we’re thrilled to celebrate our students who received honorable mentions and runner-up awards. Congratulations to the following students:

• Honorable Mention: Andy L (4th Grade) - Music Composition
• Honorable Mention: Srianvi R (2nd Grade) - Visual Arts
• Runner Up: Rida S (3rd Grade) - Visual Arts

Represent Washington Elementary in style! Check out our collection of spirit wear, including hoodies, crewnecks, quarter zips, bucket hats, t-shirts, and more. They’re perfect for showing your school pride and make great gifts for the upcoming holiday season! 🎁

Order yours today and spread that Washington spirit wherever you go! 🌟

K: Ruby

1st: Aralyn

2nd: Finch

3rd: Shriya

4th: Adrienne

5th: Rylie

Staff: Ms. Kennedy, 3rd Grade Teacher (not pictured)

• Thursday, December 12: Orchestra Concert, 6:30pm
• Thursday, December 12: PTA Family Night Out @ Trophy Pizza, 5-9pm
• Friday, December 13: Cultural Arts Performance sponsored by WES PTA
• December 16-20: Countdown to Winter Break Spirit Week
• December 21-January 6: Winter Break
• Thursday, January 2: Teacher Workday
• Friday, January 3: Teacher Workday
• Monday, January 6: Students Return!

• 2024-25 Student/Parent Handbook (English)
• 2024-25 Student/Parent Handbook (Spanish)