Greetings Washington Families,

Welcome to this week’s edition of The Washington Weekly!

We have an exciting week ahead—the Book Fair is here! Students will have the chance to explore and shop throughout the week, and we’d love your help to make it a success. Want to volunteer? Click here to sign up.

Also in this week’s newsletter, you’ll find an opportunity to share your feedback about our magnet electives as we begin planning for the 2025–2026 school year. Your input is so valuable to us—thank you for taking the time!

Lastly, don’t forget to save the date for our final General PTA Meeting of the school year. We hope you’ll join us virtually on Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 PM to vote on next year’s Board and budget. Join the meeting here.

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

Magically,

Catie Burnette

Principal

Bio: I've been Washington’s Physical Education teacher since 2013. My journey at Washington began in the winter of 2011, as a Special Programs Instructional Assistant. I grew up in a small town in Wisconsin and graduated from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh with a Bachelor’s in Physical Education and a double minor- Health Education and Adapted Physical Education. In addition to teaching, I coach the Washington Running Club and Washington Track Team. I nurture the importance of a positive elementary experience that provides a fun, active and knowledgeable learning experience for your child. North Carolina has been my home since 2010. My kids have paws :) I have a cat named Superman and a dog named Barrett. I am also an auntie to three amazing young ladies and 3 awesome nephews who inspire me with their creativity and "spunkiness". I enjoy staying active by stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, and gardening. In addition, I love watching sports, especially the Green Bay Packers.

Alumni: University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh

Favorite Quote: Play is our brain’s favorite way of learning. – Diane Ackerman

Favorite Children's Book: The Velveteen Rabbit

Gifts & Talents: Motivating and encouraging students to be their best self.

We’d love to hear your thoughts! As we begin planning for the 2025-2026 school year, please take a moment to share your feedback about this year’s magnet electives. Your input helps us improve and ensure our offerings meet the needs and interests of all students.

Are you interested in enrolling your child in Washington’s Before Care Program for the upcoming school year? If so, we need your input! This form is only for families who are considering using Before Care—your response helps us plan for appropriate staffing.

👉 Complete the Interest Form Now!
📌 Learn more about WCPSS Before Care Programs & tuition rates here: WCPSS Before Care Info

Thank you for helping us achieve 175 responses! Stay tuned to learn about our raffle winners! Your feedback means so much to us- thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts!

We're getting ready to celebrate our amazing 5th graders as they prepare to "move up" from Washington Elementary! To make this milestone memorable, we’re planning a special celebrations complete with games, activities, food, and fun keepsakes.

We’re asking families to help by contributing in two ways:

🎉 Monetary Donations – Suggested minimum of $20 to help cover the cost of the celebration. Donations can be made via Givebacks—every bit helps!
🍎 Food/Supply Donations & Volunteer Sign Up – Sign up to bring items or volunteer your time using this link: 5th Grade Moving Up Sign-Up

Thank you for helping us make this a special send-off for the 5th Grade Class of 2025!

The WES PTA is proud to announce the following Nominations for the 25-26 PTA Executive Board:

President - Laura Walton

Vice President - Clarissa Briscoe

Secretary - Erica Saxer

Treasurer - Mrudula Sudarnasam

Please attend the next General Meeting to vote to approve the Board and next year’s budget. The meeting will take place virtually on May 20th at 6:30pm. Here is the link https://meet.google.com/tgr-ycbs-aqe?hs=122&authuser=2

Come and volunteer at the Fair! The success of our Book Fair depends on the support of many aWESome volunteers. From set-up, shopping times, to fair breakdown, we need YOU! There is also a 20% discount for all volunteers as a special thank you. If you are able to help support the fair, but the hours listed do not work for you, feel free to reach out and we will get you in. If you have any questions, you can email Clarissa Briscoe at washingtonmediacenterpta@gmail.com.

Kindergarten: Aarya

1st Grade: Shreyas

2nd Grade: AJ

3rd Grade: Aashvi

4th Grade: Saanvi (not pictured)

5th Grade: Henry

Staff: Mr. Barilich (not pictured)

• May 19-May 23: Spring Book Fair
• Tuesday, May 20: Virtual General PTA Meeting, 6:30pm (LINK)
• Thursday, May 22: Spring Theater Production. 6:30pm
• Monday, May 26: Memorial Day, No School
• Tuesday, June 10: Field Day!
• Friday, June 13: 5th Grade Promotion, 9:45am

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