Congratulations to our very own, Mrs. Ramirez, on being named Dixon’s Amazing teacher of the month for October!!🥳
We are so glad to have you on our team of educators at Washington! #washpride #gopurple
Kindergarten kiddos learning about Veteran’s Day and getting a chance to try on Army uniforms! #washpride #gopurple
Sergeant West stopped by Mrs. Brown's class to discuss being in the military and show them some of his gear. Happy Veterans Day to all our Veterans! #washpride #gopurple
The District Office (284-7722) is experiencing phone difficulties. If there is something you need, please contact us via email from our website or call a building and they will get us the message. Thank you for your patience while we correct the issue.
A kindergarten kiddo made a sword with his class’ new STEM bin set! #washpride #gopurple
Nurse Joyce keeps track of all the teeth lost during the school day! When a student loses a tooth at school, their name goes on a paper tooth and up on the wall! 🦷 #washpride #gopurple
Students were able to enjoy the production of Pete The Cat by Theater Works USA yesterday! It was such a fun show! #gopurple #washpride
Thanks to all the parents that have completed the 5 Essentials survey. To receive information back,we need more parents to complete the short online survey. If you haven't completed the survey, please do so now. https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/?target_name=parent
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Mrs Monica brought treats to Pre-K classes for Halloween!
Did you know you can register for Preschool for All at any time of the year? We strongly encourage parents of 4 year olds to get your child in to preschool so they can be better prepared for kindergarten. Call 815-285-8722 today!
All high school students are invited to NHS' SMASH Tournament this weekend.
Mrs. McMahon’s 31st and final Fall Fest! #washpride #gopurple
Happy Halloween from your friends at Washington! #washpride #gopurple
Partner reading in first grade! 📖 #washpride #gopurple
Students enjoying the Haunted Obstacle Course during PE the last couple days! 🎃 👻 #washpride #gopurple
Dr. Kelly Flanagan was recognized at tonight’s IASB Northwest Division Meeting at Winnebago High School. Dr Flanagan has earned this honor by participating in various IASB activities. Congratulations Dr. Flanagan!
Kindergartners practicing letters by using Find and Tweeze and Find and Flash! #washpride #gopurple
PRESS RELEASE
Dixon High School Threat Update:
As of 11:00 a.m., the Dixon Police Department has identified the individual that had made the telephone call to the Dixon High School at 9:00 a.m. this morning. After a complete, and thorough investigation, we are confident that no credible threat ever existed. The investigation will be reviewed by the Lee County State Attorney’s Office for possible charges.
All Dixon Public School buildings are being taken off Internal Lock-Down status. A press release from the Dixon Police Department will follow shortly. Safety and security of ALL students remains our top priority. We thank everyone for their patience during this situation.
All Dixon Public Schools remain on an internal lock-down at this time. Dixon Police just released a press release regarding the situation. We continue the lock-down for the safety of students. We are working with food service to ensure all DHS students have lunch on campus.