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WCS Fall Sports Recap
WCS concluded a busy fall athletics season. Highlights included conference and regional championships in boys tennis, a regional championship in girls golf, and district titles in volleyball and boys soccer. Select the link to learn more.
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WHS E-Sports Teams Qualify for Playoffs
The Williamston E-Sports team qualified for the playoffs in four different games. The team competes in the Michigan High School E-Sports League and earned playoff status in their first season as a varsity sport at WHS. View the regular season record and learn more about the team by selecting the link.
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Fall Facility Enhancements
WCS completed several planned facility enhancements throughout the fall. Examples included the installation of egress windows in select locations at the high school, inclusive swing sets at the preschool, and audio/visual upgrades in the performance gym. View photographs of completed fall facilities projects by selecting the link.
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WHS Named to Best High Schools List
Williamston High School was again named to the U.S. News and World Report Best U.S. High Schools List. WHS has earned this recognition in 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2015, and 2008. Select the link to learn more.
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Girls Golf Takes Second Place at State Finals
The Williamston Girls Golf Team took second place in the 2023 State Golf Finals hosted by Grand Valley State University. The team qualified for the finals after winning regionals by 25 strokes. Select the link to learn more and view the final standings.
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Williamston Volleyball Pink Out
The Williamston High School Volleyball Program and Student Government organized a Pink Out game to support WCS staff members currently battling breast cancer. Student-athletes wore custom jerseys as tributes to members of the community who have been impacted. Learn more about the event by selecting the link.
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German Exchange Program Returns to WHS
Williamston High School participated in the 10th annual exchange with students from the Wilhelm Gymnasium in Braunschweig, Germany. This year marked the first time the exchange has occurred since the Covid-19 pandemic. Learn more about the exchange program by selecting the link.
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Willy the Hornet Mural
Discovery and Explorer elementary students collaborated on the construction of a Willy the Hornet mural. The project took three years to complete. It consists of hundreds of small Williamston-themed images illustrated in permanent marker. The mural is on display in the Discovery Elementary cafeteria. Learn more by selecting the link.
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WCS Hosts Mental Health Speaker and Magician
WCS hosted Anthony Grupido, a nationally recognized speaker on student mental health and suicide prevention. Mr. Grupido presented to students at Williamston High School and Williamston Middle School. Learn more by selecting the link.
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Homecoming, 2023
WCS celebrated Homecoming with the Williamston Community. Homecoming events included spirit days, a bonfire, a pep assembly, special visits by Willy the Hornet, and the annual parade. This year's Grand Marshals were the WCS Safety Dog team of Mrs. Even and Gemini. View photos from Homecoming Week by selecting the link.
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Be Nice Spirit Week
WCS continued to expand its Be Nice mental health initiative via a district-wide spirit week. Be Nice Spirit Week included mental health awareness-themed activities throughout all schools and special events. View photos by selecting the link.
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Project Citizen Students Earn Superior Rating at National Showcase
A Williamston Middle School Project Citizen entry earned a Superior rating at the 2023 National Showcase. Williamston was one of only nine schools throughout the country to be recognized at that level. The middle school project focused on drunk driving intervention. Learn more by selecting the link.
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WCS Hosts Community Night
WCS hosted a Community Night following a serious weather event that caused significant damage in Williamston. The evening included free admission to a varsity football game and a tribute to first responders who saved lives and restored power after the storm. Learn more by selecting the link.
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Williamston AD Inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame
WCS Director of Athletics and Enrichment Paige Paulsen was inducted into the South Dakota High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Mr. Paulsen was named both Mr. Basketball and the state's Gatorade Player of the Year before going on to compete at the Division I and professional levels. Learn more by selecting the link.
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MSA Student Research Published
Recent Math and Science Academy (MSA) graduates published original research in the Journal of Emerging Investigators. These students join a tradition of MSA members earning this distinction during their time at Williamston High School. Select the link to learn more about MSA and review the articles.
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Williamston Celebrates Opening Day
WCS welcomed back all staff members for the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year. Opening day events included new staff orientation and professional development centered on school and district improvement goals. View photos from opening day and review WCS initiatives for the upcoming year by selecting the link.
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Summer Facilities Preparations Continue
Facilities enhancements continue in advance of students returning for the 2023-2024 school year. Items include aesthetic upgrades to learning environments, sidewalk repairs, and additional safety infrastructure. View photos of final summer projects by selecting the link.
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Summer Projects Underway
Work is underway on an extensive list of facility, safety, and technology projects across the District. Various sources, including the District Sinking Fund, support the enhancements. View photos of current summer projects by selecting the link.
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Commencement 2023
Williamston Community Schools celebrated the Class of 2023 at Commencement. The event was held at the Wharton Center on the campus of Michigan State University. Mr. Mick Grewal (Class of 1986) received the Distinguished Alumni Award. Select the link to view photos and the event's program.
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Class of 2023 Top 10 and All "A" Honor Roll Recipients
Williamston Community Schools announces the Top 10 Graduates of the Class of 2023 as determined by cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA). The District is also proud to recognize graduates earning All "A" Honor Roll status. Select the link to learn more about these accomplished students.
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