Eagle News - Feb 23rd, 2026

As we head into the rest of the school year, we’re staying focused on making it a positive, enriching experience for our students, staff, and families. One thing that will always remain front and center is safety. Creating a safe and supportive environment for every child isn’t just something we talk about — it’s something we work on every single day.

School safety starts with strong relationships and open communication. When we partner together, we build a community where every student feels valued, respected, and safe. We truly appreciate the role you play in helping us maintain that caring and welcoming culture.

Below you’ll find information on how to anonymously report any safety concerns. Thank you for continuing to work alongside us to keep our school a place where all students can learn and thrive.

Have a great week — Go Eagles!

Kind regards,

Alfredo Belanger – Principal
Antonio Ramos – Assistant Principal

We are proud to celebrate our Students of the Month! 🎉 These outstanding Eagles were selected by their teachers for demonstrating perseverance and incredible growth in their learning and behavior. Through hard work, positive attitudes, and a commitment to improving each day, they have shown what it truly means to keep going—even when things get challenging.

We are so proud of the progress they’ve made and the example they set for others. Keep soaring, Eagles! 🦅

We’re proud to spotlight our OBOB Club during our weekly Community Time! 📚✨ Students participating in Oregon Battle of the Books have been working hard reading from the official book list and preparing to answer detailed questions about each story.

It was exciting to see them “battle” and showcase their teamwork, comprehension, and love of reading.

A big thank you to our amazing librarian, Mrs. Veliz, for working with the teams since the beginning of the year and guiding them every step of the way. Your dedication makes such a difference!

Way to represent, Eagles — your dedication and book knowledge truly shine! 🦅

A big thank you to all the parents and families who joined us for our 4th and 5th Grade Musical Concert! 🎶✨ It was wonderful to see our students shine on stage and share their hard work and talent with such a supportive audience.

A special thank you to our amazing music teacher, Mrs. Hall, for her dedication, preparation, and passion in bringing out the very best in our students. Your hard work made the evening truly memorable!

We are so proud of our performers and grateful for the encouragement from our Eagle community. Your presence made the night even more special. Go Eagles! 🦅

We had a fantastic time celebrating our Attendance Assembly as we recognized 100 days of strong attendance! 🎉🏅 Students who showed up and stayed committed to their learning were honored with special awards and medals.

A special thank you to our local partner, MAPS Credit Union, for generously donating $1,000 in support of our students’ attendance efforts. Your investment in our Eagles makes a real difference!

Every day at school matters, and we are so proud of our students for making attendance a priority. Thank you to our families and community for your continued partnership in helping our Eagles be here, ready to learn, and ready to soar! 🦅

Get ready to celebrate Read Across America Week with us! 📚🎉 We’re inviting all students and staff to join in the fun with a special dress-up week to celebrate the joy of reading.

Here’s the lineup:

• 3/2 Monday – Pajama Day 💤

• 3/3 Tuesday – Hat Day 🎩

• 3/4 Wednesday – Favorite Stuffy Day 🧸

• 3/5 Thursday – Sports Team Day ⚽🏀

• 3/6 Friday – Bright Colors Day 🌈

Let’s make reading come alive with school spirit and lots of smiles! We can’t wait to see our Eagles dressed up and ready to celebrate a great week of literacy. Go Eagles! 🦅

February is Black History Month, a time to honor the achievements, contributions, and resilience of Black individuals throughout history. It’s an opportunity to celebrate diversity, learn from the past, and inspire a future of inclusion and understanding. Let’s take this month to recognize and appreciate the impact of Black leaders, innovators, and changemakers in our community and beyond!

We’re excited for th February Perfect Attendance Challenge! 🎉 Students who have perfect attendance all month long will be earning a a special prize sponsored by our neighborhood Chick-fil-A!

Being at school every day matters—each day is filled with important learning, friendships, and opportunities to grow. Let’s show up, stay healthy, and make February a strong month of learning. We can’t wait to celebrate our attendance champions. Go Eagles! 🦅

Families, please be aware that Kinder registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open. Please see the fliers below for more information and contact information.

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All kids should feel safe and be safe at school. SafeOregon gives kids, parents, schools and their communities a way to confidentially or anonymously report safety threats or potential acts of violence. Together, we’ll empower people to speak out and spark change. One tip can save a life.

SafeOregon is here for you to report school threats, weapons, violence, drugs, self-harm, or other safety concerns. Always Available. 24 hours a day. 7 days a week.

• Call or text: 844-427-3367
• Email: tip@safeoregon.com

• 2/23 - WES PUENTE Meeting
• 2/24- Spring Picture Day
• 2/25 - SMART Readers
• 3/2-3/6 - Classified Staff Appreciation Week
• 3/4- Making Parenting a Pleasure Classes (every Wednesday)

Want to keep up to date? Check out out WSD Event Calendar

All children need healthy meals to help them learn. The Woodburn School District Nutrition Services offers students delicious, healthy, nutrient-rich meals every school day for both Breakfast and Lunch at no charge to students.

Click the link to MenuLogic for Washington's upcoming breakfast and lunch menu. You can also print out the menu for the month.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to us! You can reach administrators by email at Abelanger@woodburnsd.org or Aramos@woodburnsd.org or by phone at (971) 983-3050, or by clicking on the "Contact" button at the bottom of the newsletter. We'd love to hear from you!

Home of the Eagles

Email: Abelanger@woodburnsd.org & Aramos@woodburnsd.org

Website: http://washington.woodburnsd.org/

Location: Washington Elementary School, East Lincoln Street, Woodburn, OR, USA

Phone: (971) 983-3050

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WoodburnWashingtonElementary