STAFF SHOUTOUT:
"Sierra Henry takes information and delivers it in an age-appropriate, nurturing manner. She is an asset to the students, families, and staff within the McGregor community and our district!"
Ms. Henry is a smiling face on the darkest day! We are so lucky to have her!
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"Sierra Henry takes information and delivers it in an age-appropriate, nurturing manner. She is an asset to the students, families, and staff within the McGregor community and our district!"
Ms. Henry is a smiling face on the darkest day! We are so lucky to have her!
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STAFF-TO-STUDENT TEACHER-SHOUTOUT:
"A huge shoutout to our incredible student teacher at Shoreland, Drake Furey! 🍎✨
Dedication, passion, and heart are exactly what great teaching is made of, and these qualities shine through every single day. The passion for teaching is truly unmatched, and it shows in the way students light up when learning together. The kids absolutely love and adore him, and it’s easy to see why!
Knowledgeable, patient, and a natural leader, he consistently goes above and beyond to support students and help create a classroom where everyone feels encouraged to learn and grow. The future of education is bright with educators like him stepping into the field! 👏📚
Thank you for the hard work, positivity, and commitment to making a difference in students’ lives!"
Praise like this for a soon-to-be-teacher is so inspiring and awesome!
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"A huge shoutout to our incredible student teacher at Shoreland, Drake Furey! 🍎✨
Dedication, passion, and heart are exactly what great teaching is made of, and these qualities shine through every single day. The passion for teaching is truly unmatched, and it shows in the way students light up when learning together. The kids absolutely love and adore him, and it’s easy to see why!
Knowledgeable, patient, and a natural leader, he consistently goes above and beyond to support students and help create a classroom where everyone feels encouraged to learn and grow. The future of education is bright with educators like him stepping into the field! 👏📚
Thank you for the hard work, positivity, and commitment to making a difference in students’ lives!"
Praise like this for a soon-to-be-teacher is so inspiring and awesome!
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STAFF SHOUT:
"Mrs. Schifko is an outstanding teacher and role model for her 6th grade students. Emily goes above and beyond to help support staff at McGregor. She is truly an asset to WLS."
Her incredible work ethic is second only to her kind, compassionate nature to all. We love Ms. Schifko!
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"Mrs. Schifko is an outstanding teacher and role model for her 6th grade students. Emily goes above and beyond to help support staff at McGregor. She is truly an asset to WLS."
Her incredible work ethic is second only to her kind, compassionate nature to all. We love Ms. Schifko!
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When your super is SUPER, people in the community want to hear her wisdom! Check out this awesome podcast, where Superintendent Martin was the guest!
https://inthearenabradrieger.buzzsprout.com/1343629/episodes/18820512-kristie-martin-superintendent-washington-local-schools
https://inthearenabradrieger.buzzsprout.com/1343629/episodes/18820512-kristie-martin-superintendent-washington-local-schools
PARENT SHOUT:
"Ms. Jayden Solomon has always gone above and beyond for my child and has never once made me feel like he is “too difficult.” As a parent, that means more than I can put into words. I was nervous about moving to McGregor and especially anxious about having to transfer to a new school again next year. But knowing that Ms. Solomon will be there has brought a huge sense of relief to our entire family. It gives me so much comfort knowing my son will have a familiar face and a teacher who truly loves and believes in him.
She has worked tirelessly to help him love learning and to feel comfortable being present with his friends. Her job is not an easy one, yet she shows up every single day with patience, dedication, and heart.
I truly cannot thank her enough for everything she does daily for our children. 💛 Heart of gold that one. "
Wow. What an awesome review from someone who has seen Ms.Solomon first-hand. We can confirm! She's the best!
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"Ms. Jayden Solomon has always gone above and beyond for my child and has never once made me feel like he is “too difficult.” As a parent, that means more than I can put into words. I was nervous about moving to McGregor and especially anxious about having to transfer to a new school again next year. But knowing that Ms. Solomon will be there has brought a huge sense of relief to our entire family. It gives me so much comfort knowing my son will have a familiar face and a teacher who truly loves and believes in him.
She has worked tirelessly to help him love learning and to feel comfortable being present with his friends. Her job is not an easy one, yet she shows up every single day with patience, dedication, and heart.
I truly cannot thank her enough for everything she does daily for our children. 💛 Heart of gold that one. "
Wow. What an awesome review from someone who has seen Ms.Solomon first-hand. We can confirm! She's the best!
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STAFF SHOUTOUT:
"I am thankful Ken takes care of the tech at Whitmer ! His expertise, friendly personality and ability to communicate with those of us who are less tech savvy make him an invaluable part of our team! You are appreciated!"
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"I am thankful Ken takes care of the tech at Whitmer ! His expertise, friendly personality and ability to communicate with those of us who are less tech savvy make him an invaluable part of our team! You are appreciated!"
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It's National Maintenance Worker Day and the WLS Maintenance Department is UNMATCHED! Thank yuo for all you do for our students, our buildings and WLS!
STAFF TO STAFF SHOUTOUT:
"There truly aren’t enough words to describe this incredible team. The 4th grade crew works tirelessly to make sure every single student feels successful, supported, loved, and safe. They collaborate, problem-solve, encourage one another, and always put kids first. Their dedication goes far beyond academics — they build confidence, nurture growth, and create a classroom community where students feel seen and valued every single day.
And while not pictured, a huge shoutout to Mr. John, who works just as hard behind the scenes and makes such a positive impact on students every day. The team wouldn’t be the same without him!
This group is simply the best, and their students are so lucky to have them. 💛🍎"
Do you remember who loved you and supported you when you were 9?
We know these Firebirds will!
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"There truly aren’t enough words to describe this incredible team. The 4th grade crew works tirelessly to make sure every single student feels successful, supported, loved, and safe. They collaborate, problem-solve, encourage one another, and always put kids first. Their dedication goes far beyond academics — they build confidence, nurture growth, and create a classroom community where students feel seen and valued every single day.
And while not pictured, a huge shoutout to Mr. John, who works just as hard behind the scenes and makes such a positive impact on students every day. The team wouldn’t be the same without him!
This group is simply the best, and their students are so lucky to have them. 💛🍎"
Do you remember who loved you and supported you when you were 9?
We know these Firebirds will!
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PARENT SHOUT:
"Ms. Robyne, thank you so much for the incredible care and kindness you show our children every single day. It means the world to us that you treat them with the same love as if they were your own, and we trust you completely with their safety and well-being. They truly adore you and look forward to your warm, smiling greeting every time they step onto the bus. We feel so incredibly lucky to have someone we can rely on so deeply looking after our kids!"
Imagine knowing parents feel SAFE when you have their children. What a gift Ms. Robyne Sanders is to us!
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"Ms. Robyne, thank you so much for the incredible care and kindness you show our children every single day. It means the world to us that you treat them with the same love as if they were your own, and we trust you completely with their safety and well-being. They truly adore you and look forward to your warm, smiling greeting every time they step onto the bus. We feel so incredibly lucky to have someone we can rely on so deeply looking after our kids!"
Imagine knowing parents feel SAFE when you have their children. What a gift Ms. Robyne Sanders is to us!
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Dinner tonight? Help Whitmer Baseball!
STAFF SHOUT:
"Will Weaver is such a phenomenal person! He works day in and day out for everyone and anyone. Computer issues? Missing cords? Printer not working because you forgot to press the power button? The answer is Will Weaver. There's not a single technological thing the man can't do and how lucky are we as a district to have him. THANKS FOR BEING THE BEST OF THE BEST OF THE BEST, WILL!"
Will is kind, capable and the calm to our computer chaos!
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"Will Weaver is such a phenomenal person! He works day in and day out for everyone and anyone. Computer issues? Missing cords? Printer not working because you forgot to press the power button? The answer is Will Weaver. There's not a single technological thing the man can't do and how lucky are we as a district to have him. THANKS FOR BEING THE BEST OF THE BEST OF THE BEST, WILL!"
Will is kind, capable and the calm to our computer chaos!
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March is Self-Harm Awareness & National Nutrition Month: perfect reminders to prioritize mental & physical health.
Whitmer Health Center supports all with compassionate, confidential care. If you or your child needs support, we can help.
You're not alone.
Your health matters.
Whitmer Health Center supports all with compassionate, confidential care. If you or your child needs support, we can help.
You're not alone.
Your health matters.
📣 BUSINESSES: Reserve a table! (Becca Lee at blee@wls4kids.org or 567-290-7246 for more information.)
📣 Community Members, Parents, and Students: You are invited to attend the event on Thursday, April 16th! Bring copies of your resume for possible on-site interviews.
BUILDING AND COMMUNITY SHOUTOUT:
"I cannot put into words how loved, appreciated and seen I feel by my coworkers, my administrators, the students and their families. While off for a cancer-related surgery, I received so many messages of support, prayers, flowers, visits up to the hospital, care packages and visits to my home from other teachers.
If this wasn't already an absolutely incredible show of support, on my first day back from leave, I was surprised by the entire school staff and student body wearing pink and inviting me out into the hallway for a beautiful celebration of my cancer-free status and welcomed return to work.
It was the most beautiful example of how Greenwood is a family and brought tears to so many! Mr. Colon even wore a pink shirt, which I am told he never does. If you need any proof of the words "There is No Place Like Greenwood", please check out the KnightLife tiktok page to see this display of school, even district-wide support!"
When one of us hurts, we ALL hurt. Congratulations to this incredible warrior, Jessican Hubbell from Greenwood!
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"I cannot put into words how loved, appreciated and seen I feel by my coworkers, my administrators, the students and their families. While off for a cancer-related surgery, I received so many messages of support, prayers, flowers, visits up to the hospital, care packages and visits to my home from other teachers.
If this wasn't already an absolutely incredible show of support, on my first day back from leave, I was surprised by the entire school staff and student body wearing pink and inviting me out into the hallway for a beautiful celebration of my cancer-free status and welcomed return to work.
It was the most beautiful example of how Greenwood is a family and brought tears to so many! Mr. Colon even wore a pink shirt, which I am told he never does. If you need any proof of the words "There is No Place Like Greenwood", please check out the KnightLife tiktok page to see this display of school, even district-wide support!"
When one of us hurts, we ALL hurt. Congratulations to this incredible warrior, Jessican Hubbell from Greenwood!
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It's National School Social Worker Week! Mrs. Swisher is the reliable, calm presence for Washington Local Schools, making sure our students, families and staff are safe and secure. We could not be more grateful!
STAFF SHOUT:
"Kim Bigelow is the Health Aide at McGregor. She is always so helpful and we look forward to seeing her. She always decorates the office and the kids love seeing what she has done. Her current display (a play on 67) is so funny and fitting for the cold/flu season!"
What a creative idea that also shows you KNOW your students!
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"Kim Bigelow is the Health Aide at McGregor. She is always so helpful and we look forward to seeing her. She always decorates the office and the kids love seeing what she has done. Her current display (a play on 67) is so funny and fitting for the cold/flu season!"
What a creative idea that also shows you KNOW your students!
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Today's hilarious podcast celebrates what it is to be a Jefferson Jaguar!
https://open.spotify.com/show/2mgkzlwnvyDUR97PLYAuV2?si=553f30d7e50f40cc
https://open.spotify.com/show/2mgkzlwnvyDUR97PLYAuV2?si=553f30d7e50f40cc
