175 Gracey Avenue
Meriden, CT 06451

I’m not sure how often this website is updated but my daughter has done very well at this school, she’s improved so much despite going through a pandemic she did not fall too far behind, caught up, and now exceeding her grade level. She’s made tons of friends and the environment seems to be pretty healthy (socially) for her. They’ve also been awarded the National Blue Ribbon award as well, which is given to schools for their overall academic excellence. Personally what I like most is their security as well. I feel very comfortable leaving my kid there and even the bus driver knows my neighborhood, and what cars are usually suppose to be there and who. One time wouldn’t allow my daughter off the bus because she didn’t see my car, which if we’re being honest could just be the great worker and not the case with every bus but still... idk I guess 5/10 is the rating but to me that seems too low, I believe this school is performing at least a 7 or higher. Decide for yourselves.

My daughter is on the track team, and they went to a game yesterday. A misunderstanding happened between her and one of her male team members. His girlfriend decided to get involved and started an argument which later led to a fight after they got back to Platt High School. Her mom and her boyfriend's mom drove to the school just to start a fight with her and I don't understand how they allow the parents to go into the locker room to start with. The coaches were all in the locker room as well when the fight happened. I am yet to get a call from one of them and my daughter's arm got injured. This is not going down like this. This kind of behavior is unacceptable, especially in front of the coaches. To top it off, none of the coaches even called me to discuss this issue. This is the second time an incident occurred, and I wasn't informed of it. When I went to get my daughter from her school, I was informed by some of the students about what was taking place. The level of prejudice and favoritism in this school is really unfair. I deemed this school unsafe. They all need to be investigated and held accountable for what happened.

I was very nervous about this school due to rumors and such, but rumors is just what they were! We have had nothing but a positive experience.From the students to the staff my child has been treated with kindness and respect. He loves the curriculum. They have so many activities and so much support at this school!I'm especially grateful to the Office staff who has made every effort to make sure the kids are safe and always know there is a WMS staff member who is there to help and support not only the students but also the parents! Shawnna in the office has been my savior and the schools principal Jessica is very in tune with the staff and students this makes all the difference! The teachers are the best, you can tell just a few moments of speaking with them how much they truly care about their students! This is a huge change from when I attended Meriden schools (too many years ago to admit LOL) For me this is a very big deal. The teachers have so much impact on their students future, maybe more than they even know. I could not be happier with our experience! I am so happy and my son is loving this school.Thank you to all the amazing staff at Washing Middle School!I look forward to the next few years of my sons education with you all!