Dear Washington Wizards,
January is already flying by, and we’re grateful to be settling into the rhythm of a brand-new year together. Even halfway through the month, it still feels like a fresh start, full of goals, growth, and good moments ahead. Thank you for continuing to partner with us and for bringing such warmth and energy into our community as we step into 2026 together.
Shout-Outs & Spotlights
Music to our Ears - Congratulations to our 5th Grade Advanced Band students on their successful concert yesterday! Their hard work and dedication paid off, and we want to acknowledge the excellent work of Mr. Weidman and Mr. Vetrero in preparing the students for the show. Thank you to all the families for the early morning drop-offs that helped make this possible.
BINGO! - We extend a huge thank you to the PTO for a fantastic Family Game Night! Special appreciation goes to Michele McQuaid, Erica D’Alessandro, and Nikki Karras for their hard work in organizing the event, and to all the parents who generously donated prizes. Everyone had a wonderful time!
Reminders for Families
A reminder our schools are closed for students on Monday January 19th.
We have two wonderful parent nights coming up soon that you won’t want to miss.
Supporting Your Child with Math Anxiety at Home
When: Next week, 1/22
What: Part of the Wyckoff Connected Parent Series, presented by Kathleen Moschella (Sicomac Math Interventionist) and Beth Lancellotti (Washington School Psychologist)
Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4EAAAD2BA1F85-61687558-supporting
Raising Resilience
When: 2/3
What: A presentation on resiliency, sponsored by the Wyckoff Coordinating Council as part of our Family Connection Series
Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AABA72BAAFFC52-61520518-raising
Next year, in 6th grade, students take an overnight trip to Fairview Lake in the fall. This website includes important information for the trip, including registration, medical, and payment information.
Please note the following dates for the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) for students in grades 3 through 5. Please keep the following dates in mind when scheduling appointments or other time off for your children. The assessments will begin after the morning meeting each day, at approximately 9:15 a.m., and conclude by around 11:15.
English Language Arts (Grades 3-5)- May 6th-7th
Mathematics (Grades 3-5)- May 12th-14th
Science (Grade 5 only)- May 19th-20th
Get the latest scoop on all the awesome things happening in our specials block at Washington! Our fantastic special area teachers have put together a January newsletter just for you. Click here to learn more about what your child is doing in Art, Spanish, PE, Music, Technology, and Media!
Have a lovely weekend everyone!
Sincerely,
Kelly O’Brien
Friday Folder Documents: Please click here to see the most recent Friday Folder documents.
2026 Music K8 Cover Contest Template
Wyckoff Family Connection Series - Raising Resilience
Wyckoff Kindergarten Registration 26-27
Wyckoff Preschool Registration 26-27
Wyckoff Connected Parent Series - Supporting Your Child with Math Anxiety at Home
Upcoming Events:
1/19/26 - Schools Closed for Students
1/22/26 - Washington Family Game Night Snow Date @ 6:30
2/4/26 - Spirit Day
Washington Global Day of Play
2/10/26 - Washington PTO Meeting @ 9:15 - MPR
2/11/26 - Washington Science Fair - Grades 3-5 @ 6:00 - MPR
2/16 - 20/26 - Schools Closed - Winter Break
2/27/26 - Washington Theme Day
3/2-6/26 - Washington Read Across America Week
3/4/26 - Spirit Day
3/6/26 - Washington Read-A-Thon
3/10/26 - Washington PTO Meeting @ 9:15 - MPR
3/13/26 - Washington Theme Day Snow Date
3/16/26 - Minimum Day for Students - Dismissal @ 1:05 pm
3/18-19/26 - Washington Spring Book Fair - Student Shopping Only
3/20/26 - End of Second Marking Period
3/27/26 - Report Cards Released @ 3:30 pm
4/1/26 - Spirit Day
4/3/26 - Schools Closed - Good Friday
4/10/26 - 1st & 2nd Grade Spring Concert for Parents @ 2:30 pm
4/14/26 - Washington PTO Meeting @ 9:15 - MPR
4/20-24/26 - Schools Closed - Spring Break