How would you describe today's spotlight student? Sweet, kind, and creative are just a few words that could be used to describe Cain Bradford, a 5th grader at Washington School. Cain also has some pretty awesome dance moves. Watch to see them in action! Washington School and the world are a better place with you here, Cain! Thanks for being you!
https://youtu.be/yG2dpmlg29I
Meet Joseph Malave, another awesome Washington School student! This boy loves soccer and has some big ideas for what he would do if he became principal. We are guessing his classmates would like to see his ideas put in place ;). Thanks for letting us interview you, Joseph!
https://youtu.be/BRrjFrL7rrw
What do you call a spunky, high-spirited 10 year old girl? We call her Hattie! Hattie Thompson is a 5th grade student in Ms. Miller's class. Thanks for letting us interview you, Hattie. Stay spunky!
https://youtu.be/E1W3Mdj-TaI
Check out what a few of our students enjoy doing in the Fall!! Comment what your favorite Fall activity is!
Just a reminder that conferences are next week! We can't wait to see you!
Today we are featuring Olivia Jensen, a 4th grade student in Mrs. Starker's class. Just like the poster above her head says, she was made to be awesome, and awesome she is! We look forward to seeing all of the awesome things you accomplish, Olivia!
https://youtu.be/L-QLRLM00vk
Hanging on to the beautiful weather for as long as we can!
Check out some of our staff's favorite Fall activities!! Stay tuned later in the week to see what some of our student's favorite things to do in the Fall are!!
Check out some of our staff's favorite Fall activities!! Stay tuned later in the week to see what some of our student's favorite things to do in the Fall are!!
Our Washington students continue to shine! Tonight District 429’s Board of Education recognized 4th grader Trey Henkel and 5th grader Pailin McGruder. Way to represent Washington, boys! We are proud of you, Trey and Palin. Congratulations on your recognition!
Lily Melvin is a soft-spoken 5th grader from Mrs. Hogan’s class. She enjoys being a kid, and based on her answer about adulthood (you’ll be able to relate 😂), she should enjoy it for as long as she can. Thanks for participating, Lily! It was fun to get to know you a little better.
https://youtu.be/DKoSQ0I2oyo
Leah is a kind hearted 4th grader in Mrs. Vitzthum’s class. She has a wide variety of interests and loves spending time with her friends and family. Quite a remarkable young lady! Thanks for letting us get to know you!
https://youtu.be/HKZe67VnuqU
Washington School is getting in the homecoming spirit this week! We challenge Pontiac Junior High School to get decked out in orange and blue next! Go Pontiac Indians! 🧡💙🧡💙
Join our team!
Pontiac Grade School District #429 will dismiss at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 22, 2023 for the Pontiac Homecoming Parade which will step off from Pontiac High School at 2:30 p.m. Buses will run starting at the 2:00 p.m. dismissal time.
Don't forget that next week is HOMECOMING week! Be sure to dress to impress. Who knows, there may even be prizes for the best dressed for each of the themed days! Have a great weekend, and we can't wait to see all of your smiling faces back on Monday!
Naomi Stotler, a 5th grader in Mrs. Dinardi's class, is our second Washington School Spotlight Student for this week. She loves gymnastics and the teachers at Washington School. Thanks for letting us interview you. We can't wait to see what you accomplish in the future, Naomi!
https://youtu.be/N7rRg8T3zu0
Trivia Winner: Leah Mackinson - 207
How many students are in Washington School? (Answers could not go over the amount)
Correct Answer: 214 students
Way to go, Leah! Leah earned free ice cream from the cafeteria! Thanks to all who played along with us, and we hope that you will play again in the near future!
We kick off this Washington School Student Spotlight with Knox Delheimer. Knox is a 4th grade student in Mrs. Rapp's room. We think he's a cool kid, and we think you will think so, too! Keep being awesome, Knox!
https://youtu.be/Q3J_AK9qRUo
Pontiac Grade School District #429 will dismiss at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 22, 2023 for the Pontiac Homecoming Parade which will step off from Pontiac High School at 2:30 p.m. Busses will run starting at the 2:00 p.m. dismissal time.
