Principal's Welcome

Phone: Phone: (517) 655-2855 Fax: (517) 655-7504
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
Mrs. Cassie Pfander, Ed.S
Welcome to Discovery Elementary School!
The dedicated and nurturing staff at Discovery Elementary are committed to meeting all students' developmental needs, academic engagement, and instilling a love for learning. Our building supports students in young fives, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade. Discovery focuses on the young learner's unique needs and strives to create a fun, nurturing, and exciting learning environment.
Students at Discovery Elementary receive evidence-based instruction in English Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science. We support our young learners and strive to meet each student's learning needs through Multi-tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS). In addition to our core instruction, Discovery encourages and values the creativity of our students. Incorporating the arts and technology is evident in daily practices in our classrooms and our esteemed programs.
The talented teachers and staff at Discovery provide a positive learning environment and school culture. We support students' social, emotional, and physical needs through our Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Program (PBIS). Our PBIS program is evident in our building's daily practices and encourages students to be Kind, Safe, Cooperative, and Respectful.
We look forward to a school year full of new experiences, growth, discovery, and fun and are thankful for the Williamston Community's continued support!
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday
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February 10, 2023
6:00 PM Williamston vs Haslett Be Nice Varsity Basketball Event
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February 17, 2023
8:30 AM - 12:05 PM K-12 Half Day A.M.
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February 20, 2023
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February 23, 2023
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Williamston Area Chamber of Commerce Community Awards Dinner
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February 28, 2023
6:00 PM 2023-2024 Kindergarten & Young Fives Virtual Parent Orientation
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March 3, 2023
8:30 AM - 12:05 PM K-12 Half Day A.M.
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8:30 AM - 12:05 PM K-12 Half Day A.M., Conferences
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM High School & Middle School Conferences
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4:00 PM - 7:00 PM High School & Middle School Conferences
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March 24, 2023
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March 25, 2023
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March 26, 2023
Announcements
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2022-2023 School Calendar
Please click here for the 2022-2023 School Calendar.
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Important Upcoming Dates
*Monday, January 16 - No School K-12, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
*Friday, January 20 - Half-day for K-12, Last day of semester
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Kindergarten & Young Fives 2023-2024 Enrollment Information
Place the following dates on your calendar:
Tuesday, February 28 - Virtual Parent Orientation
Wednesday, March 15 & Thursday, March 16 - Enrollment Days
Check back soon for more information.
*Students currently enrolled in Young Fives at Discovery Elementary do not need to re-enroll for Kindergarten.
**According to Michigan Law, if a student will not be five years old by September 1, 2023, but will be five years old by December 1, 2023, they may be enrolled in Kindergarten or Young Fives if the parent or legal guardian notifies the school district in writing that he or she intends to enroll their child in Kindergarten or Young Fives. Those with birthdates after June 1, will be prioritized for Young Fives first, if the parent chooses.
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Suggested Classroom Supplies
Suggested Young Five Supply List
Suggested Kindergarten Supply List
Suggested First Grade Supply List
Suggested Second Grade 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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ENGAGE Michigan
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Now Hiring: Noon Supervisors
Friendly, caring individuals are needed for playground supervision from 10:30 am - 1:45 pm. Pay is $11.28 an hour and includes a $1,000.00 bonus.
Please call Explorer Elementary 517-655-2174 or Discovery Elementary 517-655-2855 for details.
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Celebrate Leaders in STEAM
Click to view Leaders in STEAM