Washington

Welcome to Washington Middle School!

Our students, staff and parents are extremely proud of our school and its accomplishments. With exemplary academics, fine arts, and technology programs, our students get the very best a middle school can offer. Although the performance here is exceptional, Washington Middle School is always striving for improvement. Our building improvement plan is closely aligned to the nine Characteristics of Effective Schools and we are confident it will help us grow. Thanks for visiting our web site.

Mission Statement

Washingtion Middle School is committed to creating a positive learning environment where organizational structures and processes promote academic excellence, developmental responsiveness, and social equity for all students.

Priority Goals

• Improve reading achievement from 83% of the students meeting the standard on the WASL to 87% by 2009.
• Improve math achievement from 74% of the students meeting the standard on the WASL to 80% by 2009.
• Improve writing achievement from 82% of the students meeting the standard on the WASL to 87% by 2009.
• Increase science achievement from 71% of the students meeting standard on the WASL to 75% by 2009.

School Performance Report 2006-2007

WMS Remodel Information

We're proud of the many environmentally aware features incorporated into our new facility. Read on about being GREEN!

Rainwater Harvesting

When it rains, the water is collected into a cistern that holds tohousands of gallons of water that is then filtered and used to flush our toilets. The tank is located underground outside the north window in the 8th grade wing. When the cistern runs dry, it switches over to city water automatically.

Daylighting

Each of our classrooms has an abundance of natural daylight. Studies have shown that this lighting can actually improve student learning. We may not even need to use the lights at all on many days. Additionally, all the classrooms are equipped with automatic light sensors that turn on when the room is occupied and turn off when it is not to save electricity.

Natural Ventilation

Indoor air quality is very important. Our building uses a natural ventilation system that draws fresh air into the building all day. With windows that open and assist fans to help draw the air through the room, the temperatures should be easy to monitor and comforyable at all times.

Green Power

Solar panels will be installed on the roof for a project that is designed to test their effectiveness. It is an experiment that will be monitored for its effectiveness and data sent to the state for review.

Water Conservation

Dual flush toilets are part of each bathroom with a half flush and full flush, depending on the need. Waterless urinals save water (but boys, please concentrate on aim!) Infrared fixtures turn on automatically only when hands are present under the faucet.

Eco-Logic

The construction of this building included "low VOC" materials, or those that have minimal to no toxic odors and residues. Many materials were made from recycled products. bathrooms have electric hand dryers to save paper. Additionally, efforts were made to sue fewer materials for finishes. The concrete floors and the open structure ceilings are an example of this.

Sustainable Site

The site includes a storm water rentntion system and bioswales that will support a water-wise garden near the front curved seat wall. The cedar tree in the front of the school that had to be cut down for the project was milled and benches were constructed to place in the hallways.