Hatchet Happenings

Our Lady Hatchet Basketball Program has teamed up with our friends over at Developmental Services, Inc. to bring a first-ever Disability Awareness Basketball Game to The Hatchet House!

It was a great night and a great opportunity to work together to raise awareness and raise funds for our local individuals with disabilities. All proceeds from the night went to our local DSI chapter.

There was the Chuck A Duck contest, a half-pot drawing, concessions, a performance by Washington Winds Band, face painting, and cheers led by our WHS Cheer Squad! What a fun night!

Mrs. McGuire’s first graders at Washington Primary have been time traveling, focusing on their future home and family this past 9 weeks. Some students were very detailed even about the inside design of how they want their future home to look while others focused more on knowing they just want a safe home! Students explored various places leading some to want to live near mountains or many decided they plan to reside where it stays warm all year. Several students want to stay right here in our community for various reasons.

There were some deep conversations about how they want to treat their future family and their desire for a family, a certain amount of children, and complete their family with pets. These conversations were well thought out and intriguing to hear. One thing is for sure, these young students have big plans for their future and they plan to work towards their goals each and every day!

Washington Intermediate has had special activities to celebrate reading this week! Here is Superintendent Kevin Frank as one of many quest readers who came to read to students.

4th graders at Washington Veale Elementary worked hard to learn to sing our National Anthem! Now every Friday, they sing the Star Spangled Banner and model for the younger students.

Two groups of 5th & 6th graders from Washington Upper Elementary have qualified for state. They will compete at the VEX IQ 2023 Indiana State Robotics Competition at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on March 25, 2023. This will be the largest State Championship in the country, gathering over 350 robotics teams from elementary, middle, and high schools across the state to compete. “Words cannot begin to describe how proud I am of these kids and this team,” said Coach Lisa Emmick. ”Hard work pays off!” The community can cheer on teams 88872B & 88872C by watching the live stream using this link below.

Thank you to Kristin Miles Edward Jones Financial for bringing donuts and drinks to the Junior High Staff!

Washington Winds, the 2023 IPA State Bronze Champions, performing at a Community Concert at WHS.

Distracted driving kills more than 3,000 people each year. That is why Indiana enacted a hands-free law that prohibits drivers from holding mobile devices in order to reduce distracted driving.

After hearing a presentation from the Indiana Motor Truck Association about the dangers of distracted driving and their #PUTTHEPHONEDOWN campaign, students had the opportunity to experience an interactive simulation demonstrating the effects of impaired and distracted driving behavior.

You can support this valuable educational program by purchasing a Save a LIfe Tour license plate for your vehicle. 100% of these funds go toward distracted driving education within the state of Indiana.

Washington High School held a Job Symposium to connect students with business partners to showcase job opportunities here in Daviess County.

Thank you to Daviess County Economic Development, the City of Washington, Indiana Safety, Innovation Therapy, E & B Paving, Daviess Family YMCA, Functional Fitness, United Excavating, H & R Agripower, Williams Brothers, True RX, Boyd & Sons, Electricom, Dr. Parson’s Dentistry, Graber Crane, VU School of Nursing, Wagler’s Education, RTC, Verizon, Toyota, Gypsum, GPC, Daviess Community Hospital, The Core Center, the Army National Guard, and German American Bank.

Fun and Creative Activities for Kids in 1st - 12th Grade

A bereavement program offered to youth who have experienced the death of a family member or loved one. The day-long camp includes fun, confidence-building activities, and age-based support groups for children who are grieving.

Saturday May 6, 2023
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Washington JH

For more information, contact Krissy Melhiser, LCSW at 812 254-2682 or visit https://youthfirstinc.org/portfolio-item/campmemories/

Do you or your friends have what it takes?

We're looking for 2 teams of talented individuals (Grades 7-12) to compete against other teams in the awesome culinary competition. Participating teams will be expected to prepare and present a salad entry, and an entree/side dish on display plates that will be provided at the competition. Approximately 20 to 30 sampling portions must be prepared and presented for administrators, judges, and invited guests to try. Teams will have 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete their dishes.

Teams will compete for these awards:

Best Entree, Best Salad, Chefs Choice, and Grand prize

Entries will be available in the cafeteria. Please submit your entry to any cashier or the manager at the High school cafeteria.

Finalists will be notified on April 13th.

The competition will begin at 4:30 pm on April 27th.

March 27-31, 2023 - Spring Break, No School

April 14, 2023 - No School, Make up Day

April 27, 2023 - Culinary Throwdown

May 5, 2023 - No School, Make up Day

May 6, 2023 - Prom

May 10, 2023 - Senior Awards Night, 7:00 pm

May 12, 2023 - 8th Grade Dance

May 17, 2023 - 8th Grade Recognition

May 18, 2023 - Last Day of School

May 20, 2023 - Graduation, 10:00 am

Washington Community Schools is committed to preparing ALL students for the future. Offering a wide variety of opportunities and technology allows students PK-12 to IMAGINE the possibilities, ACHIEVE success and explore their potential, and MASTER skills that will take them to the next level of life and learning. #IAMWashington

Email: tpeterson@wcs.k12.in.us
Website: https://www.washingtoncommunityschools.org/
Location: Washington Community Schools, 301 East South Street, Washington, IN, USA
Phone: (812) 254-5536
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WashCommSchools
Twitter: @WashCommSchools