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Williamston Students on State Championship Water Polo Team
The Okemos - Williamston cooperative boys water polo team won the state championship with a finals victory over Hudsonville in quadruple overtime. Find out more by selecting the link.
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Youth Sculpture Contest at Explorer Elementary
The Youth Sculpture Contest was sponsored by the Williamston Red Cedar Garden Club and encouraged students to use recycled materials in their artwork. Over 100 students from the 4th and 5th-grades participated. Find out more by selecting the link.
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Two Hornet Soccer Players Named to All State Teams
Two members of the 2018 Hornet Soccer Team were named to All-State teams. Williamston finished in second place in the CAAC Red conference. Select the link to learn more.
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WHS Presents Curtains
Williamston High School presented the Broadway smash, Curtains. Performances took place at McGoff Auditorium over two weeks. The production was directed by Ms. Lindsay Snyder. Select the link to see highlights from the show.
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Williamston Teacher Nominated for Michigan Teacher of the Year
Williamston Middle School teacher Mr. Jon Gere has been nominated for the Michigan Teacher of the Year award. Mr. Gere follows in a tradition of WCS teachers competing for this prestigious honor, including Mr. Ray Herek, who was a finalist in 2016 and Mr. Dan Schab, who was named Michigan's Teacher of the Year in 2006.
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STEAM at WMS
Williamston's STEAM initiative continues to gain momentum. Another example of progress is represented here with 8th-grade students using a motion sensor in science class attached to a Vernier LabQuest to graph their location vs. time. Find out more by selecting the link.
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Girls Swim Team Completes Undefeated Season
The WHS girls swim and dive team completed an undefeated conference season and captured the CAAC Red Conference Championship. Select the link to see photos and find out more information on the team.
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Fire Safety Lessons at WCS
In partnership with NIESA, students at Little Hornets Preschool, Discovery Elementary, and Explorer Elementary participated in fire safety lessons. Find out more by selecting the link.
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WHS Football Team Wins District Title
Williamston claimed its second consecutive Division 4 District Championship Friday night with a win over Flint Powers Catholic. The Hornets will play St. Clair High School to open the regional portion of the playoffs. Select the link to learn more and see the playoff brackets.
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WCS Celebrates Halloween
WCS celebrated Halloween in grand fashion. Classroom celebrations, costumes, a marching band performance, and the annual Halloween Parade marked some of the highlights. Select the link to see more pictures from the day.
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WCS Wins Book Grant
WCS received funding for the purchase of 200 new books from the James Patterson and Scholastic Book Giveaway. Ms. Danna Sturm's grant was one of over 127,000 applications and one of only 4,000 to receive funding. Find out more by selecting the link.
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Unity Day at WCS Elementary Campus
Staff at Explorer and Discovery recognized Unity Day by wearing orange. Unity Day is a national campaign to promote kindness and stand against bullying. Find out more by selecting the link.
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WHS Students Participate in Art Challenge
Six Williamston High School students received awards in the Niagara Foundation's Peace Quest Art Challenge for works inspired by the theme of Displaced Children and Lost Hopes. See the artwork and find out more about the art challenge by selecting the link.
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Kindness Tree
Students at Explorer and Discovery Elementary Schools created a Kindness Tree by recording an act of kindness and attaching it to the artwork. Over 800 students and staff participated. Select the link to learn more.
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Fun Run at Elementary Campus
The Williamston Elementary PTSA sponsored the annual Fun Run at the Elementary Campus. The event promotes exercise while raising funds for elementary activities and special projects. Learn more about the PTSA here.
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Welcome to Williamston
Whether you are a long-time resident of the community or a prospective parent or student interested in learning about our school system, I invite you to explore our website to find out what makes WCS such an exceptional district. From our widely recognized early literacy programming to our unique variety of elementary related arts classes, engineering and robotics labs, award winning bands, or 19 Advanced Placement courses, there is something for every learner here.
The best way to know what makes Williamston so special is to experience it. Visit our community, tour a school, and see for yourself what all the “buzz” is about. If you are already a community member, thank you for your support and commitment to our schools and students. See you around town!
Go Hornets! Go Williamston!
- Dr. Adam J. Spina, Superintendent
Help us tell our story!
Complete the good news form here to get the word out about what makes WCS such a special district.
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Snow Day/School Closing Process 2018-19
Read the procedures for closing schools due to weather or road conditions here.
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Non-Resident Students for the 2018-19 School Year
The School of Choice (SOC) window for the 2018-19 school year is now closed. Students living outside of the Williamston School District may apply to attend school in Williamston through the non-resident student application process.
Please click here for the non-resident application. Please note that you must obtain a release from your home district as part of this application.If you have questions please call 517-655-4361 x 5116. If you would like to tour a specific building, please contact them directly.
Learn more about Williamston Community Schools here.
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Virtual Learning Opportunity
Williamston Community Schools has become part of the Virtual Learning Academy (VLAC) Consortium in order to provide an opportunity for those wishing to homeschool their students. VLAC is a high-quality, home-based virtual learning opportunity for students in Kindergarten - Twelfth grade. The VLAC program is a public school option for parents (and other caregivers) preferring a flexible, home-based environment and who are willing to guide their child's learning.
- There is no cost to the student
- Equipment is provided if needed (computer, printer/scanner and internet access)
- Each program is tailored to the individual student
- It is a blended program, not all work is done online
- VLAC uses the world-renowned Calvert Education curriculum
- Mentor teachers are provided
- Parental guidance is necessary
- The program is open to all grades but students in grades 10-12 must have a referral from WCS
VLAC registration for the 2018-19 school year is now open. Please click VLAC.org or call 248.209.2071 for further information. Click here to enroll.
Students who wish to enroll in VLAC must also submit enrollment paperwork to Williamston Community Schools. Please contact Pam Reinke @ 517.655.4361 x 5116 or reinkep@gowcs.net to receive the enrollment paperwork.
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2018 WCS Informational Brochure
Learn more about Williamston Community Schools. Download the 2018 Informational Brochure here.
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Use of District Facilities
The board subscribes to the belief that the public schools are owned and operated by and for its customers. To this end, the board encourages the use of district facilities by properly organized groups for purposes directly related to the educational, civic, cultural, recreational and social life of the community. You may read the entire policy here: Use of District Facilities, Section 9250-R.
Those interested in utilizing a space at WCS must fill out a Building Use Form. This form must be completed and fees paid (if necessary) before the use is approved.
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District Dismissal Motion Regarding Recent Civil Complaint:
We have reviewed our School Board policies brought into issue by the allegations raised in plaintiffs’ Complaint. The School District does not believe that any constitutional or statutory right of any students or their families has been infringed upon in any manner. Our attorneys advise that they will bring a motion to dismiss the lawsuit in accordance with the Scheduling Order set by the Court.
Read the District's motion to dismiss here.
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Lunch Menus now available through NutriSlice LinkOur food service department is now using NutriSlice to share more information about school lunches. You can bookmark this site, download the NutriSlice App to view menus on your device or access the menu from the district page--go to food service and click on menus. Carb counts as well as other nutrition information are available. Here is the link address: http://williamston.nutrislice.com/
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