September 16, 2026
School District of Washington Maintenance Worker Ben Hoemann Receives Blue Jay Pride Award
Ben Hoemann, maintenance worker for the School District of Washington, is the September recipient of the Blue Jay Pride Award.
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HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK!!
It’s Homecoming Spirit Week at WMS! We are excited to see our students and staff get into the spirit and show their Blue Jay pride!
Monday, September 14: Tropical Glow | Wear your NEON colors!
Tuesday, September 15: Colors of Carnival | Wear your class color! 8th Grade: Orange | 7th Grade: Green | Staff: Purple
Wednesday, September 16: Ruffle Your Feathers | Dress to Impress!
Thursday, September 17: Get Wild | Animal print or Camouflage
Friday, September 18: Rio! | Wear Blue!
As we celebrate Spirit Week, our regular school dress code is still in effect. We want everyone to have fun and show their spirit while keeping the focus on learning. Hats, wigs, props, and face coverings of any kind should stay at home. If makeup or face paint is part of a spirit-day outfit, please apply it at home or before getting on the bus. Makeup and paint should not be applied or shared at school. Thank you for helping us keep Spirit Week fun, positive, and focused!
Daily Announcement Videos from the Junior Blue Jay Journal can be found by clicking the link below:
- These video announcements are filmed & created by our Junior Blue Jay Journal team, and include building-wide announcements to provide students & staff with information regarding; upcoming special events, club meetings, form deadlines, & sporting events, plus daily lunch menus and other important information.
YEARBOOK ORDERS
- Yearbooks cost $30, and can be ordered through late winter using the website listed below:
Yearboook Order Center Website - If asked for a code, please use 17108 for WMS.
Reminders:
- If your student is going to ride a different bus than normal, you must complete a Bus Change of Transportation form 24 hours in advance. The form is found on the website under “Transportation” and either fax it to First Student at 636-239-7239 or bring it to the WMS office.
- There is a charge for lunches and any extras. Please fill out the free and reduced lunch form if you think you will be needing this for the upcoming school year. These forms are found on the district website, or they are available in the school office. If you are re-enrolling your child in the free and reduced lunch program, an updated application must be turned in before October in order for you to continue receiving free or reduced lunches.
WMS Birthday Gram
For families who wish to request an opt-out when permitted by law, Board policy, or district procedure, the District’s Parent/Guardian Opt-Out Request Form is available at the link below: SDOW Parent Opt-Out Form
LATEST NEWS
September 15, 2026
Washington High School Homecoming Week Runs September 14-19
Homecoming Week at Washington High School is September 14-19. The Homecoming football game is scheduled for Friday, September 18. The football Blue Jays take on Ft. Zumwalt South at 7 p.m.
September 15, 2026
WINGS Announces Class of 2026 Hall of Honor; Ceremony Set for September 24
The School District of Washington WINGS Educational Foundation has announced the 17th induction class into its 2026 Hall of Honor.
September 15, 2026
Softball Lady Jays Off to Fast Start to Season
Washington High School varsity softball is off to a hot start to the 2026 season. The Lady Jays entered action on Tuesday, September 15, with a 12-3 overall record and a 4-0 mark in the GAC Central.
