If you want to know how we do what we do, look no further than these wonderfully helpful people. Our paraprofessionals are the backbone of the services we are able to provide to students. Meeting with small groups for focused instruction, offering one-on-one assistance, or being a second set of hands, ears, and eyes in the classroom, we are largely successful because of their help. Your ability to provide practical support in your quiet, selfless ways speaks volumes.Thank you to all of our paras. #WarsawInspires
What a week! Wednesday we helped to "Light it Up Blue" for World Autism Awareness Day and today we dressed like our favorites, our students! #WarsawInspires
The Ft. Wayne Children's Zoo's ZooMobile program visited Washington 2nd graders. Students learned about tree frogs, geckos, and turtles, what type of habitat they live in, and how they interact in their ecosystems. Thank you to the Ft. Wayne Children's Zoo! #WarsawInspires
Today our halls were filled with the sound of music as 5th grade tried out 2 instruments. It is always great to hear the next generation of musicians get a start on their musical journeys! #WarsawInspires
Washington 6th graders created Cardboard Chairs for their STEM Engineering Project. They had to collaborate with their team to make the chair with specific dimensions to hold at least 70 lbs. Engineers from Medtronic, ZimmerBiomet, and Orthopediatrics listened to student presentations and offered feedback as well as leading a question/answer career talk. #WarsawInspires #ZimmerBiomet #Orthopediatrics #Medtronic
In Mrs. Anderson’s class at Washington Elementary, students are bucket fillers! Every time they show kindness, include a friend or use encouraging words, they get to add a pom-pom to their bucket. Once it’s full—they earn a prize! It’s a fun way to remind students that small acts of kindness make a big impact, and when we lift others up, we all shine brighter!
She also loves celebrating those “I did it!” moments—like when a student writes their name or blends sounds for the first time. Every victory, big or small, is worth cheering for!
Want to see more of what makes our classrooms so special? Join us on April 2 to explore them all!
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Washington 5th and 6th graders enjoying some nice weather at recess!
Washington's Student Council spent a week in March pre-selling Shamrock Surprises to raise money for Riley Children's Hospital. On Thursday morning, Student Council members put together 938 Shamrock Surprise bags! They're looking forward to passing them out on St. Patrick's Day tomorrow! #WarsawInspires
The students in the archery club have been working hard and improving each practice. Their techniques and accuracy have improved greatly since the first meeting. #WarsawInspires
Washington 1st graders dissected worms in the STEM Lab. They observed and measured a live worm and then learned about the internal anatomy of a dissected one. Thanks again to Mrs. Gough's HS science class for leading this lab! #warsawinspires
Today we partnered with the Warsaw Fire Department to learn more about fire safety. We learned about stop, drop and roll, having a meeting spot, and general fire safety. Some students were able to see how quickly they could dress in the heavy equipment used by firefighters. The best time was clocked at 1 minute and 11 seconds. Impressive! We are so grateful to these local heroes for investing in our kids! #WarsawInspires
Chess Club has been having fun meeting on Wednesday mornings before school. Students have been learning how to play chess, strategies, and techniques, along with having a weekly chess match with another member. Be sure to get signed up for the free Checkmate Hunger Chess Tournament on March 29th. This tournament is open to any student and adult residing in Kosciusko County. Forms can be picked up in the office. #WarsawInspires
Washington 4th graders participated in an electrical safety program at Kosciusko REMC. Employees used live demonstrations to explain what happens when your power goes out and how linemen restore electricity to your house. Different workers talked about their careers and educational paths. Thank you to KREMC!!
Washington 6th graders had a visit from a team from Orthopediatrics in Warsaw. Engineers led a lab where students got to act as surgeons to drill and screw plates on femurs. The team talked about careers in Orthopedics as well as Cad programs and 3D printing. Thank you Orthopediatrics!! #WarsawInspires
Last Friday our 4th grade classes presented their Famous Hoosier projects to family and to the school. They did a fabulous job researching and presenting facts about a Hoosier of their choosing. Whether astronauts, restaurateurs, or athletes, Hoosier pride was evident throughout the building. Great job, 4th Grade! #WarsawInspires
Washington 6th graders conducted a Trendy Activity with the Kosc. Soil & Water Conservation District. They graphed data from a 5 year creek study and used their graphs to determine what years showed low water quality. #WarsawInspires
Washington 3rd graders are studying weather this quarter. They have been learning about the Water Cycle. Students pretended they were water molecules and journeyed from lakes to clouds to groundwater and then studied their pathway. They learned that water is always moving! #WarsawInspires
Today is the day we put what we've been working for to the IRead test. We know we're going to rock it! Singin' we will, we will rock this! #WarsawInspires
Washington 6th grade social studies students wrapped up their Ancient India unit with a STEM Challenge. Applying their knowledge of simple machines and Ancient India irrigation systems, students created their own ancient irrigation system. Testing their systems at the end of the challenge by moving water from one container, proving to be a challenging, wet, exciting experience. #WarsawInspires
Our Hornet Great Start to Reading Across America Month began with a special celebration featuring our guest, Heather Barron, Library Director of the Warsaw Community Public Library. She read her own book to our students during Hornet Heroes: Yoga Ocean Adventure, illustrated by Jeremy Vickneswaran. Students interacted with the story through yoga poses and shared their favorite ones. Sixth-grade students read to the Kindergarten students, sharing their love of reading with others—a wonderful experience for everyone. Keep reading, Hornets! #WarsawInspires
