TRESD
Twin Ridges Elementary School District
16661 Old Mill Rd. • Nevada City, CA 95959 • (530) 265-9052
WELCOME TO WASHINGTON SCHOOL
Washington School is a Kindergarten through 8th grade school nestled near the South Yuba River in the rugged and beautiful foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The culturally rich, historic town of Washington was founded in 1849 during the height of the Gold Rush Days. Many historic buildings are still being used, including the school which was built in 1905. With small class sizes and multiple grades, students receive individual attention through personal instruction, cross age tutoring, and small group work. Washington School is reminiscent of one-room schoolhouses of the past. Parents and community members are active and supportive of their town’s little school. Traditions include the annual Halloween Parade, Sharing Stew, Senior Teas, a Winter Program, and field trips.
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Reach Out to Us
TELEPHONE:
(530) 265-2880
ADDRESS:
Mailing:
P.O. Box 39, Washington, CA 95986
Location:
1 School Street, Washington, CA 95986
Washington Staff
Administration
Scott Mikal-Heine
Superintendent/Principal
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ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Washington School Values:
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Educational practices that operate on the principle that success fosters self-esteem and self-esteem fosters success.
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A belief that each student is gifted because each student is a gift.
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A dedication to practices that are inclusive and relevant.
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Educational practices that focus on high standards utilizing cohesive and rigorous, research-based curriculum, instruction and assessment.
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A traditional and innovative approach that integrates a broad curriculum, including the fine arts, service and knowledge and celebration of place.
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A deep fostering of creativity to promote academic growth and development of self.
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Recognition and integration of diversity as a source of strength.
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Celebration of academic, social, emotional, physical and cultural development of student.
ELECTIVES
Art and music, as well as, project based curricula are incorporated into the school year. With it’s rich history and easy access to the Yuba, many “out of classroom” opportunities are available.
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SARC
2015_School_Accountability_Report_Card_(CDE)_Washington_Elementary_Schoo…Every school in California is required by state law to publish a School Accountability Report Card (SARC).
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LIBRARY
Washington School houses a school library that is supplemented with a regular rotation of books from the larger Grizzly Hill School collection.
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SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL
Washington School has an active site council comprised of community members, parents, and staff. The primary role of the council is to set goals and budget for the Single Plan for Student Achievement. At each site, the council is also active in surveying parents and providing guidance for school and district decisions. Site councils meet an average of one day per month.
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