Washington Street Elementary | Toms River Regional School District

500 W Earl Ct, Toms River, NJ 08753

9:25 am -3:35 pm

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Concrete and Paving

Concrete and paving work is almost complete. WSS looks amazing!
Jul 31, 2019
New Playground Equipment

WSS students are going to be so excited when they see our new playground equipment! One unit has been installed and the second unit is forthcoming!
Jul 31, 2019
Washington Street School Entrance Closed July 31 - August 4

Due to concrete/paving work at Washington Street Elementary School, our Washington Street entrance will be closed Wednesday, July 31 - Sunday, August 4. Please use our West Earl Court entrance and come to Door # 1 to be let in. Thank you.
Jul 31, 2019
West Earl Court School Entrance Closed July 11 - July 26

Due to concrete/paving work at Washington Street Elementary School, our West Earl Court entrance will be closed Thursday, July 11 - Friday, July 26. Please use our Washington Street school entrance if you need access to the school. Call the Main Office prior to arriving at Door # 4 so we may let you in. Thank you.
Jul 10, 2019
Last day of school!

WSS staff wishes everyone a safe and happy summer!
Jun 14, 2019
Early Dismissal Days 6/17, 6/18, 6/19, 6/20, @ 1:55 PM
Jun 14, 2019
Congratulations Class of 2019!
Jun 14, 2019
June 6, 2019 Early dismissal for students- Staff PD Day

Dismissal at 1:55 for students 6/6/19
May 24, 2019
School Closed for Memorial Day

Monday, May 27, 2019
May 24, 2019
Lion King Jr.

Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, and directors! What an amazing show!
May 31, 2019
Warrior Way Pasta Night

Reservations are still being taken for both seatings.. Send your form in on Monday, April 29th.
Apr 26, 2019
School Closed for Spring Break

April 19, 2019 through April 26, 2019 School reopens, Monday, April 29, 2019
Apr 09, 2019
PTO Gertrude Hawk Fundraiser Pick-Up

Please pick up orders on Tuesday, April 16 from 4:00 - 6:00 P.M. using Door 1.
Apr 09, 2019
NJ Makers Day/ Grandparents/Special Guest Day

Thank you to all the grandparents and special guests who joined us today! What a great day of "making" for our drama club production of the Lion King Jr.
Mar 22, 2019
Upcoming State Budget Hearings- YOU Can Help Make Our Voice Heard!

http://www.trschools.com/community/upcoming-state-budget
Mar 18, 2019
TRRSD Social and Emotional Learning Parent Academy Night

Please note the attached regarding: Social and Emotional Learning Parent Academy Night - March 27, 2019, 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. at Hooper Avenue Elementary School
Mar 14, 2019
NJ School Performance Report

Please note the attached letter regarding: 2017-2018 NJ School Performance Report
Mar 14, 2019
March 5: Can't Make it to Trenton? You can Still be Involved

http://www.trschools.com/community/cant-make-it-to-trenton-here-is-how-you-can-stay-involved
Mar 05, 2019
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!

Read Across America Day
Mar 01, 2019
Tuesday, March 5th - Early Dismissal for students- Staff PD Day
Feb 25, 2019
Don't wait...Order your Yearbook!

Go to: www.ybpay.lifetouch.com ID code 8155419 All students will be in the yearbook!
Feb 25, 2019
DELAYED OPENING - 90 Minutes

FRIDAY, MARCH 1 Buses Arrive at School 10:50*School Begins 10:55
Mar 01, 2019
School Closed- Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Governor Murphy has just declared a state of emergency due to impending weather conditions forecast for throughout the day. Toms River Regional schools will be closed today and all after school activities and rentals are canceled. Tonight's Board meeting will be rescheduled to a later date.
Feb 20, 2019
PTO Family Surf Taco Night

Thursday, February 21, 2019
Feb 18, 2019
School Closed Monday, February 18, 2019 - Staff Professional Day
Feb 12, 2019
DELAYED OPENING: 90 Minutes 02/12/19

Buses arrive at School 10:50 School Begins at 10:55
Feb 12, 2019
DELAYED OPENING: 90 Minutes 02/11/19

Buses arrive at School 10:50 School Begins 10:55
Feb 11, 2019
Wear Red Friday, Feb. 8th for American Heart Association
Feb 05, 2019
Voters Approve Rebuilding Our Schools Initiative

http://www.trschools.com/community/toms-river-voters-approve-rebuilding-our-schools-initiative
Jan 28, 2019
Delayed Opening: 90 Minutes 01/30/19

Buses arrive at School 10:50 School Begins 10:55
Jan 30, 2019
Family Night Book Fair- January 28

Come visit the book fair, Monday January 28th from 5:00-7:00 PM in the Media Center
Jan 22, 2019
Toms River Schools Referendum 2019

Please watch the video attached for more information about the Referendum vote on Jan. 22, 2019!
Jan 14, 2019
School closed Monday, January 21

School closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Jan 13, 2019
PTO Real Pizza Fundraiser

January 17th ...Fundraiser is all day... just mention the WSS PTO! Thank you.... all monies raised go towards the playground fund.
Jan 13, 2019
Chorus Concert

Join us for our Winter Chorus Concert @ 6:00 PM on Tuesday, January 15th.
Jan 13, 2019
Rebuilding Our Schools Initiative

Vote: January 22, 2019 8:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. Additional Information: www.trschools.com
Jan 11, 2019
Congratulations WSS TOY and ESP 2019!

Teacher of the Year: Ms. Hankins (right) Educational Services Professional of the Year: Mrs. Healy (left)
Jan 11, 2019
Rebuilding Our Schools Initiative

January 3: East Side Regional Meeting at HSE 6:30 - 8:00**January 7: North Side Regional Meeting at HSN 6:30 - 8:00**January 8: South Side Regional Meeting at HSS 6:30 - 8:00
Jan 03, 2019
SCHOOLS REOPEN

Wednesday, January 2, 2019
Dec 21, 2018
Happy Holidays

School Closed 12/24 thru January 1, 2019.
Dec 20, 2018
PTO Five Below Fundraiser

December 9th through December 15 Flyers went home.... Bring flyer to the store and a portion of sales goes to WSS students!
Dec 07, 2018
Governor's Educator of the Year Program

Please click on the link to read more about the program and nominate a teacher.
Nov 20, 2018
Box Tops and Stop n Shop School Rewards

Box Tops for Education WSS is still collecting Box Tops for Education for the 2018-2019 school year. Thank you for your support! Stop & Shop A+ School Rewards Just a reminder that WSS participates in the Stop & Shop A+ School Rewards Fundraising Program. To participate: visit www.stopandshop.com and select Savings & Rewards. WSS ID # 07845
Dec 07, 2018
Attention Parents

The Curriculum Team is requesting your feedback to plan for Toms River School District's first Elementary Parent Academy to be hosted in the spring. We kindly ask for you to access and respond to the brief survey at the link below at your earliest convenience. The information collected will be used to plan for parent workshops aimed at supporting strong social-emotional development among children. Thank you in advance!
Dec 07, 2018
WSS Spirit Day 12/07/18

Wear School Colors/Spirit wear!
Dec 05, 2018
Early Dismissal 12/04/18

Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 1:55 P.M.
Nov 30, 2018
PTO Jingle Run

12/01/18
Nov 30, 2018
Wednesday 11/21 Early Dismissal at 1:55 P.M.

Happy Thanksgiving! School Closed Thurs 11/22 and Friday 11/23.
Nov 16, 2018
Tuesday 11/20 PTO Pie Pick Up 4:00 - 6:00 PM Door # 1
Nov 16, 2018
Toms River Schools Fall Newsletter
Nov 20, 2018
Early Dismissal at 1:25 for Parent Teacher Conferences

Conferences 11/13 thru 11/15.
Nov 12, 2018
Monday 11/12/18 Wear Red White and Blue
Nov 02, 2018
Kindness Challenge #LetsAllbeKind

Students have been invited to log on to letsallbekind.com and print out the Be Kindness AdvoCATe sign. Then, students can upload a picture to social media representing what kindness means to them—including friends, family, pets, or anyone—along with a description of their story of kindness with the hashtag #LetsAllBeKind. The student with best act of kindness will win a basket of kindness with an iPhone 8, a book signed by Marie Unanue, and more.
Nov 02, 2018
School Closed 11/5 - 11/9

School will be closed Nov. 5 - Nov. 9
Oct 29, 2018
WSS Spirit Day 11/2/18

Wear our school colors/spiritwear!
Oct 11, 2018
Red Ribbon Week 10/23- 10/30

Tuesday- Peace out to drugs- Wear Tie Dye Wednesday- Living Drug Free is No Sweat- Wear Sweatshirts Thursday- Team up against bad decisions- Wear Favorite Team Shirts Friday- WSS Spirit Day Monday- Sock it to Drugs- Wear crazy socks Tuesday- Say Boo to Drugs- Halloween Costume Day
Oct 23, 2018
Food Drive for Ocean County Veterans

Monday, October 22: Food Drive begins
Oct 17, 2018
Crazy Hat Day - Tuesday, October 9, 2018

Congratulations for meeting the first school wide incentive! Keep showing the Warrior Way!
Oct 08, 2018
School Closed for Students- Monday October 8, 2018

Staff Professional Development Day
Oct 01, 2018
PTO McDonald's Family Night- October 2, 2018 4:00Pm-6:00PM
Sep 24, 2018
PTO Mum Pick-up 09/27

Door # 4 3:00 - 6:00 PM
Sep 20, 2018
TRUE BLUE MONDAY 09/24

Wear Blue!
Sep 20, 2018
School Closed for Yom Kippur

Wednesday, September 19.
Sep 09, 2018
Back-to-School Night

Tuesday, Sept. 11
Sep 09, 2018
Welcome Officer Leonard Lenahan
Sep 11, 2018
Conflict vs. Bullying
Sep 11, 2018

Information

Administration

Principal: Mrs. Kelly Kernasovic

Supervisor of Instruction: Mrs. Rachel Cicala

School Information

500 West Earl Court

Toms River, NJ 08753

tel:+17325055910

School Hours

9:25-3:35

Anti-Bullying Specialist

Mrs. Kristin Rettino

Safety and Security

Please note that picture ID is required to enter the building through the Main Office entrance!

TRRS Booklet 2019

photo of the Mariner Media Center in December 2018

Future Ready

photo of the Mariner Media Center in December 2018

March on Trenton