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Dear Washington Elementary School Bulldog Families,
Welcome back! I hope this letter finds you enjoying a wonderful summer break filled with moments of joy and relaxation. As we gear up for a brand-new school year, I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to both returning and new families to our school community.
At Washington Elementary, we are committed to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our dedicated staff is prepared and excited to embark on this journey alongside your children, fostering their curiosity, creativity, and love for learning.
This year promises to be filled with exciting opportunities and meaningful experiences. From engaging lessons in the classroom to enriching activities on our playground, we aim to inspire a lifelong love of learning in our students.
As partners in your child's education, your involvement and support are invaluable. We encourage you to stay connected with us throughout the year through parent-teacher conferences, school events, and Booster Club/Site Council opportunities. Together, we can create a strong partnership that positively impacts your child's educational journey.
Please feel free to visit our school website and social media channels for updates, announcements, and resources.
I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead for our school community. Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. I look forward to a successful and rewarding school year together!
Warm regards,
Dixie Coleman
Principal
Washington Elementary School
News & Announcements
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Finance Pathway students at Junction City High School are busy this February preparing tax returns not only for Geary County School USD 475 staff members, but also for community members in Junction City, Fort Riley, Grandview Plaza, Milford and other surrounding communities.
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Did you know that Geary County School USD 475 has a very successful Gifted Education Services program?
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Sit back, kick your feet up and enjoy this special Valentine’s Day feature about Geary County Schools USD 475 power couple Cade and Kelsey Watson.
![Bri Little, USD 475 Special Education Teacher, smiling at desk]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739309767/usd475org/ymfyboiirhi1vkr9bvgv/681D2891-654A-4373-BE94-463F952E658F_1_105_ccopy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739309767/usd475org/ymfyboiirhi1vkr9bvgv/681D2891-654A-4373-BE94-463F952E658F_1_105_ccopy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739309767/usd475org/ymfyboiirhi1vkr9bvgv/681D2891-654A-4373-BE94-463F952E658F_1_105_ccopy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739309767/usd475org/ymfyboiirhi1vkr9bvgv/681D2891-654A-4373-BE94-463F952E658F_1_105_ccopy.jpg","width":1086}])
Don't forget to mark your calendar for Tuesday, Feb. 25 as Geary County Schools USD 475 will be hosting a Special Education Parent and Guardian Night at Fort Riley Middle School USD 475.
![Eisenhower Student working in the classroom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726673667/usd475org/l3bnfyokdf9rd4ecfuut/6S1A12432.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726673667/usd475org/l3bnfyokdf9rd4ecfuut/6S1A12432.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726673667/usd475org/l3bnfyokdf9rd4ecfuut/6S1A12432.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1726673667/usd475org/l3bnfyokdf9rd4ecfuut/6S1A12432.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1726673667/usd475org/l3bnfyokdf9rd4ecfuut/6S1A12432.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1726673667/usd475org/l3bnfyokdf9rd4ecfuut/6S1A12432.jpg","width":2200}])
Are you a parent in the district and want to learn different techniques to help build healthy and positive relationships with your children?
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Providing a safe learning environment for students and staff is a priority for Dr. Reginald Eggleston, Geary County Schools USD 475 Superintendent, and the USD 475 Board of Education.