We are blessed to live in one of the most verdant areas in the world. The natural variety and wonder which surrounds us is spectacular. This richness brought all of our families to the Delta and is inextricably tied to the birth of Washington School. Mrs. Georgie Fisher was among those who combined her love for the nature surrounding us with a love for the students of Washington School. In 1976, she created a plan for a nature walk using plants native to our region along the eastern border of the school.
Building on this vision, Dr. Johnson has been teaching a Nature Lab class for our elementary students with the end goal of those students recreating the walk designed by Mrs. Fisher 44 years ago. You may have heard your children talking about the insects, the spiders, the plants, and birds they have discovered and learned about this year. One of the greatest gifts children share with us is their sense of wonder. Through the guided experiences in nature, the children are learning to ask questions and find answers about the things they are discovering. As we continue to grow as a school, this class provides a perfect example of using experiences and the joy of discovery to drive the teaching and learning process.
Jeff Pinnow, Head of School
