Phone: (517) 655-2855
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
Mr. Patrick VanRemmen
Welcome to Discovery Elementary. Our mission is to provide instructional excellence; engaging, integrated learning; and responsive intervention and enrichment for each student every day. We accomplish this mission by providing every child with a KIND, SAFE, COOPERATIVE, and RESPECTFUL learning environment. Our team of outstanding educators delivers a high-quality curriculum with excellent instruction in a supportive and nurturing environment.
From academics to arts integration, to positive behaviors, interventions and supports (PBIS); our team strives to develop the whole child. We value social and emotional development as much as we value academics. Our goal is for each child to be safe, healthy, engaged, challenged, supported, and valued.
Delivering the best possible education for children requires a partnership between the school and the home. You as parents, grandparents, or guardians, are critical to the success of your children. We want you to be an active and engaged participant in your child’s school. Together, we will provide your children the support they need to make lasting memories as they begin their educational journey.
We look forward to working with you to ensure your child has a positive and productive start to their education in Wiliamston Community Schools.
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Important Dates
Friday, March 8 - Half-day for K-12, elementary dismissal is at 11:40 a.m.
March 11-15 - Gently Used Book Collection, before school by the office
Tuesday, March 12 - Kindergarten Enrollment Session, 4-6 p.m., Discovery Media Center
Friday, March 15 - Family Reading Night 6-8 p.m., Discovery Media Center
March 18-22 - Gently Used Book Sale, Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Thursday until 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, March 20 - Kindergarten Enrollment Session, 4-7 p.m., Discovery Media Center, the Health Department will be doing Hearing & Vision Screening (no appointment necessary for hearing & vision screening)
Thursday, March 21 - Half-day for K-12, elementary dismissal is at 11:40 a.m., Elementary Conferences; Kindergarten Enrollment Session, 2-5 p.m., Discovery Media Center
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Kindergarten & Young Fives 2019-2020 Enrollment Information
If you were unable to attend the Orientation, please call the office at 655-2855 to inquire about getting an enrollment packet and schedule a time to turn in enrollment papers.
*Students currently enrolled in Young Fives at Discovery Elementary do not need to re-enroll for Kindergarten.
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March is Reading Month
Discovery and Explorer are celebrating March is Reading Month.
The WESPTSA will be having the Gently Used Book Collection March 11-15. All books will be $.25 each, with all proceeds being used to purchase new books for the library.
Family Reading Night is March 15 from 6-8 p.m. in the Discovery Media Center. There will be FREE food, live music, guest readers and door prizes!
The Gently Used Book Sale will be March 18-22: Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Thursday until 11:30 a.m.
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The 2018-2019 School Calendar is available; click link to view. 2018-2019 WCS School Calendar
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Enrollment Forms for 2018-2019
Enrollment forms for 2018-2019 may be found by clicking the "Applications & Forms" link at the top of the page.
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2018 WCS Informational Brochure
Learn more about Williamston Community Schools. Download the 2018 Informational Brochure here.
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Suggested Classroom Supplies
Below are links for suggested classroom supplies by grade:
Young Fives Suggested Supply List
Kindergarten Suggested Supply List
1st Grade Suggested Supply List
2nd Grade Suggested Supply List
Please be assured that Williamston Community Schools will ensure that each child has the supplies necessary for success in the classroom.
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Daily Schedule
8:00 – Students participating in the breakfast program may enter the building.
8:10 – All students may enter the building and line up with their class.
8:15 – Students are dismissed to their classrooms.
8:20 – The school day starts. Students arriving after 8:20 will be marked tardy.
8:30 – Entry doors are locked. Students arriving after 8:30 must be signed in by an adult in the office.
End of day dismissal is at 3:20
Student safety is a top priority for us. Students who walk, bike or are dropped off by car should not arrive prior to 8:05. There is no school staff available to supervise before that time.
Recess/Lunch Schedule
11:55 - 12:37 Kindergarten Recess/Lunch
12:10 - 12:52 Young Fives Recess/Lunch
12:23 - 1:05 2nd Grade Recess/Lunch
12:33 - 1:15 1st Grade Recess/Lunch
(Times are subject to change)
