Washington’s focus on instruction using technology provides students with the advanced training necessary for life in the 21st century. Our strong commitment to technology enhances learning through the use of many computer applications and individualized instruction in:
• challenge, regular, and basic levels of math, English, social studies, and science
• rigorous integrated and traditional math offerings
• media arts: digital photography, video, and web design
• physical education and health
• photo journalism and yearbook production
• visual art (several traditional media)
• family and consumer science
• industrial technology
• French, Hmong, and Spanish (two full years)
• earth and life science including Eco-Education
• Schoolwide Enrichment Model
• writing through the Minnesota Writing Project
• reading through the Read 180 program
Washington students gain hands-on computer experience through classroom instruction and special projects. Technology offerings include:
• over 400 computers for use by students and teachers.
• Digital art lab with 32 stations equipped with professional software for graphics, photography, animation, and web design.
• Video production program complete with cameras, audio and lighting equipment, and digital editing stations.
• Four mobile laptop labs that bring the computers to the students.
• Two SuccessMaker (CCC) Labs provide individualized instruction in language arts and math skills.
• Music Technology Lab with 30 electronic keyboards and 30 computer stations for music composition and publishing.
• Accelerated Math program used with math classes in seventh and eighth grades.
• Accelerated Reader program electronically tracks students’ reading progress as well as qualifies them for individual, class, and grade-level incentives.
• CAMPUS grade system allows parents and students to access to current assignment and grade information from any internet-linked computer.
• Read 180 reading program combines computer, small group instruction, and
high-interest directed reading.
Students use technology as a tool for learning in all subjects. A schoolwide computer network allows students in each classroom access to teacher presentations, schoolwide presentations and research on the Internet. The Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM) program offers challenging opportunities for all students and independent research projects for highly motivated students. Challenge-level classes prepare students for course work in a high school International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, College in the Schools or Advanced Placement (AP), which are all rigorous pre-university programs. Special education students at Washington are included in regular classes and receive direct services in classes designed to foster their academic development. Washington offers a rigorous, content-based program tailored to address the needs of English Language Learners. Students have the opportunity to prepare for a successful middle school experience through Project Good Start in the summer prior to their enrollment.
If you like technology, you’ll love Washington! We have over 300 computers that are used every day. Our music technology is among the top in the state. Students in media arts learn about digital photography, digital video, and web page development. Students use wireless laptop computers to do research and prepare class presentations.
Our Reading and Math scores show among the highest improvement in the state of Minnesota. Students have access to excellent reading teachers and technology designed to help them at their particular level. Students in math classes have the opportunity to excel through advanced algebra with the use of creative instruction and access to technology.
The learning doesn't stop at 2:40 in the afternoon at Washington. Several hundred students per year are involved in our after-school programs including academic offerings, enrichment opportunities, extra help for class work, and athletics. Washington students have a history of excellence in National History Day, math team championships, athletic championships, and connections to the community.
Washington provides students with the advanced
learning opportunities they need for life in the 21st century.
Technology enhances learning in every subject.
The school has just
completed a $17 million building remodel, which preserved the school’s
traditional brick exterior and incorporated the latest in technology
inside.
2007-08 Enrollment: 600
Hours: 8:10 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.
Principal: Dr. Mike McCollor
Washington Technology Magnet Middle School
1041 Marion Street
Saint Paul, MN 55117
651-293-8830
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