Principal’s Message…

Dear Washington Elementary Families,

Welcome to the 2024-2025 School Year. 

This is a huge year for us at GWE as we celebrate our 100th Birthday! I think we look pretty good for 100!

Throughout the year our staff, PTA and PFC will be planning celebrations that showcase the history of our wonderful school, while looking ahead to what lies in store. If you, or anyone you know, are a former student at the school, we'd love to hear from you.

One of the most important things to celebrate is our incredible diversity. We bring students, families, employees and guests of different backgrounds and experiences together to create a school and community that celebrates our differences. At Washington Elementary, we are committed to the work of diversity, equity and inclusion, and believe it is the responsibility of every stakeholder in our school community. We do not tolerate hate speech, microagressions, racial slurs, religious slurs or gender slurs. Students or adults who use that speech will be told to stop. Our goal is to educate all our students in a safe space and be supported by staff who feel they are in a safe space. As our school leader, I am committed to supporting those who have been marginalized, hurt or disrespected in any way.

To that end, we have a new motto here at GWE that we are rolling out for our Centennial.

George Washington Elementary School - We All Belong!

Here's to a great year for our Patriots (PATS) as they grow, develop and reflect by being learners who Persevere, Act Responsible, Think of Others and Show Respect.

Warmly,

Laura Vinyard