Welcome to Washington Elementary!

August 2026

Dear Cougar Families,

It is with great gratitude and excitement that I welcome you to a new school year! I look forward to seeing you at our Back to School Open House on Wednesday, September 2nd, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Please note that we will hold a separate Open House for our upcoming Kindergarten students on Wednesday, September 9th.

Open House is a wonderful opportunity for your child to meet their teacher and tour their classroom before school begins. You are welcome to bring your child's suggested school supplies with you. Because we are still enrolling new students and finalizing class rosters, class lists will be posted the day of Open House.

I hope you all had a wonderful summer filled with outdoor adventures. I certainly did! I spent my summer mountain biking, rafting, running and playing outside.  I also hope our students took time to read and practice their multiplication facts (especially our 4th–6th graders!).

At Washington Elementary, our mission guides the work we do: WE CONNECT. WE INSPIRE. WE GROW. As a school, we make meaningful connections, inspire excellence, and grow and play together.

We commit to ensuring that every child who enters our doors is encouraged and supported to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. Your input is always valued—please feel free to call our main office at (208) 263-4759 to schedule an appointment if you ever have concerns or suggestions.

Warmest regards,

Tassia Hamer

Principal, Washington Elementary

Important Dates:

Office Opens - 8/24/26

Open House - 9/2/26

1st Day of School - 9/8/26

Kindergarten Students 1st Day of School - 9/10/26