Due to the number of positive COVID-19 cases in Ware County and the surrounding area, the Ware County School System will adopt a hybrid instructional model from Tuesday, September 7, 2021 through Thursday, October 7, 2021. Students will attend school face-to-face two days a week and will receive assignments to complete at home the remainder of the week. This model... READ MORE >
At the September 2021 Board Meeting, all schools in the Ware County School System were recognized as “Accredited with Quality”. Administrators received a certificate from the Georgia Accrediting Commission. Pictured L-R: Supt. Bert Smith - Ware County Schools, Dr. Tyrone Kellogg - Ware County High School, Dr. Shawn Benefield - Ware County Middle School, David Hitt... READ MORE >
Our Mobile Meals service will begin Thursday, August 19 and run Monday through Thursday, ending September 2. An extra meal will be provided in the Thursday bag to cover Friday's meals. Simply visit the meal site that is most convenient for you. See the graphic for more information. READ MORE >
Due to a sharp increase in the number of active positive COVID cases reported among students and staff members as well as the number of individuals who are currently quarantined, the Ware County School System will temporarily cease daily operations for traditional and digital students and most staff members through Friday, August 27, 2021. Staff members who are... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System will observe Early Release on Friday, August 13, 2021 for deep cleaning of all school system facilities. DAFFODIL Pre-K will dismiss at 11:30am, and elementary schools will dismiss at 12:00pm. All high school students and Ware County students attending Harrell Learning Center will release at 12:30pm. Both middle schools and the Central... READ MORE >
Starting this school year, we will be using the Livingtree Engage platform across all of our schools. Livingtree Engage is a private and secure community for families and teachers to work together in support of better learning outcomes for students. Families can depend on Livingtree as their primary form of communication with their child’s teacher and school, as it... READ MORE >
This school year, parents will have the opportunity to purchase an insurance policy covering their child's Chromebook for a one-time payment of $22. The policy covers both home and school usage from the first day of school to the last and can help protect you from having to pay for accidental damage, cracked screens, liquid submersion, fire, flood, loss, or theft.... READ MORE >
Ware County Schools will have Open House on Monday, August 2, 2021. Families are invited to meet our staff, tour the school, and get important information to help make the 2021-2022 school year a success. We will offer a staggered schedule again for this year's event to help make it easier for parents who have children in multiple schools to visit each one. Pre-K... READ MORE >
As announced previously, we are returning to a more traditional calendar and school day schedule for the upcoming school year. You can locate the start time and end time for each school on the graphic as well as find out what time the doors open. We hope that sharing this information early will help you begin to plan for the upcoming school year. READ MORE >
The Ware County School System is pleased to release its Opening Plan for the 2021-2022 School Year. The document provides details on the safety measures we will take and describes the face-to-face and digital instructional options we will offer during the upcoming school year. Please visit https://5il.co/ulcf to access the document. If you have questions, contact... READ MORE >
Applications are now being received to participate in Digital Learning for the 2021-2022 school year. The Ware County School System will partner with a third-party company to administer the digital learning plan. Parents/guardians wishing to enroll their child in digital learning must complete the application, located at http://bit.ly/WCSDigLearnAppSY22, in order... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System is excited to announce new school hours for the 2021-2022 school year. The times listed reflect typical school hours pre-COVID. We hope that sharing this information early will help you plan for the next school year. DAFFODIL Pre-K 7:30am - 2:15pmElementary Schools 7:30am - 2:30pmMiddle Schools 7:50am - 3:30pmHigh School 8:15am - 3:15pm READ MORE >
The Ware County School System is pleased to offer a Digital Learning instructional option for SY21-22. Digital Learning will look completely different from this year's format. A Guidelines and Expectations document can be located at https://5il.co/sjlk, and a video narrated by Dr. Sonya Bennett can be accessed by clicking HERE. Please review the document and then... READ MORE >
Attention Incoming 6th Grade Waycross Middle School Band Students: Mrs. Richardson, Band Director at WXMS, is inviting all the upcoming 6th Graders signed up for band at Waycross Middle School to sign up for a time slot to try out instruments! Please choose a company and click on the link or scan the QR code to sign up for your appointment. If you have any... READ MORE >
Attention Families: At the April 2021 Board Meeting, changes to the 2021-2022 school calendar were approved. Please see below for an explanation of the changes. 1) Fall Break for students will remain October 8-12, 2022. However, the Professional Learning Day for staff members has been moved from Friday, October 8 to Tuesday, October 12. This change does not... READ MORE >
It’s Exceptional Children’s Week, and we are celebrating by showcasing the artistic talents of our students. Check out their submissions at the 2021 Virtually You Art Show link! READ MORE >
The Ware County School System announces dates for End of Course (High School) and End of Grade (Grades 3 - 8) Milestones testing for the 2020-2021 school year.Digital Learners must test at the school to which their student is assigned, NOT the school where their teacher is assigned.Please contact your child's school if you have questions. Additional information... READ MORE >
Kindergarten Registration closes Thursday, April 1 at 12:00pm. Please bring your completed packet to the Board of Education before the deadline. Thank you! READ MORE >
Picture Day is Monday, March 29th! Please use the link below to prepay for your class pictures. Individual pictures are NOT prepay. Those forms were sent home with your student. For our digital students, picture times are as follows:K - 1st 10:452nd - 3rd 11:004th - 5th 11:15 https://bpiphotographytifton.onlinephotocart.com/.../2829... READ MORE >
We have received updated information regarding the impact of the storm system moving across our area today; hail, wind gusts up to 60mph, and possible tornadic activity is most likely to occur during the timeframe our buses will be transporting students home. State law prevents school buses from operating when winds are in excess of 30mph. All Ware County Schools... READ MORE >
Ware County Families, Spring Break begins three weeks from today! This year, our Spring Break runs longer than one week, so we want to ensure families are reminded of that change and have plenty of time to make any childcare arrangements needed. Spring Break for students will be Thursday, April 1 - Friday, April 9. April 1 is a Professional Learning Day for Staff... READ MORE >
Attention families of rising Kindergarteners:It is time to enroll your child in Kindergarten for the 2021-2022 school year! If you have a Pre-K-aged child attending DAFFODIL, Head Start, the YMCA, Rochelle's Day Care Center, Children First, or Discovery Montessori School, he or she will bring a registration packet home. All other families may pick up a registration... READ MORE >
The 2021 Georgia Department of Education Annual Parent Satisfaction Survey is nowopen for all parents with students in Ware County Schools who have anIndividualized Education Plan (IEP). Each year, Georgia is required to conduct aparent survey to determine parents’ perception of the success of parentengagement between the local schools and themselves. By completing... READ MORE >
The Ware County Schools district spelling bee was held today, and school winners from across the district competed to determine who will represent Ware County in the regional bee February 27th. Abby T. from Waresboro Elementary was the winner, correctly spelling "snorkels" and "lullaby", and Brianna V. from Ruskin Elementary was the first runner-up. Other... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System will observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2021. All schools and the Central Office will be closed. READ MORE >
Ruskin Elementary Jaguars are excited and well on their way to accomplishing a goal of reading 20,000 books. In an effort to encourage the love of reading, Media Specialist Mrs. Tonya Dixon has challenged every class at Ruskin Elementary to read at least 1,000 books by April 30, 2021. Jaguars are reading anything they can get their hands on! Students even have... READ MORE >
DAFFODIL Pre-K registration for the 2021-2022 school year will soon be underway. Parents and guardians are invited to stop by the school, located at 1321 Buchannon St., Waycross, GA, January 27th – February 10th to pick up a registration packet. Student registration will be held March 30, 2021 from 2:00PM to 5:30PM and will continue each school day from 2:15PM to... READ MORE >
School resumes for traditional and digital students on Monday, January 11th. Our start and end times will remain the same as the first semester. If you have questions or need assistance, please call or email your child’s school or email feedback@ware.k12.ga.us. Someone will be happy to assist you. We look forward to seeing your child either in person or online on... READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education will hold a called meeting Friday, January 8th at 1:30. The public is invited to view the live stream at https://youtu.be/Dk0319qrZRg. READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education will hold a Called Board Meeting on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at 10:00am. The public may view the live stream by clicking the link below. READ MORE >
Over the course of the break, school system officials have remained in contact with local health officials and monitored COVID case counts. Out of an abundance of caution, Ware County Schools will delay reopening for students until Monday, January 11, 2021. System employees only will report to work onsite the week of January 4 – 8. All athletic events and... READ MORE >
Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases among staff members, bus drivers, and students, Tuesday, December the 15th will be the last instructional day of the first semester for all elementary and middle school students. High school students who must take finals will report to school on Wednesday, December 16th for a half-day. Bus transportation to and from the high school... READ MORE >
Attention Parents and Students: Due to the influx of positive COVID-19 cases within our Ware County Schools Transportation Department, there is a possibility that your child's bus will be late for pick up and drop off for the remainder of this week. We urge you to have your student at their stop on time each day. If your student is under the age of 9 years old, it... READ MORE >
At the December Board Meeting, Board Chairman Dee Meadows and Superintendent Bert Smith recognized two board members who did not seek re-election and are rotating off the board at the end of this month. Mrs. Oneida Oliver-Sanders served 16 years, and Mr. Franklin Pinckney, Sr. served 20 years. The Ware County School System is grateful for their leadership and... READ MORE >
Mrs. Melanie Cox is the December 2020 Certified Golden Achievement Award Winner for Williams Heights Elementary. Upon presenting the award, Interim Principal Mr. Bill Epps noted:“On behalf of Williams Heights Elementary School, I would like to honor Mrs. Melanie Cox as the certified Golden Achievement winner for the 2020-2021 school year. Mrs. Cox has taught in the... READ MORE >
Mrs. Jana Walker is the December 2020 Classified Golden Achievement Award Winner for Williams Heights Elementary School. Upon presenting her award, Mr. Bill Epps, Interim Principal, said:“On behalf of Williams Heights Elementary School, I would like to recognize Mrs. Jana Walker as the classified Golden Achievement winner for the 2020-2021 school year. Mrs. Walker... READ MORE >
Friday, November 20th, will be a Staff Work Day. There will be no school for students. The purpose of the Staff Work Day is to complete a deep cleaning throughout school campuses and buses prior to the Thanksgiving Break. Please make note of this change to the calendar. Thank you! READ MORE >
School Picture Day is finally here! Osburn Studios will be at Williams Heights this Thursday, November 19th, to take school pictures. READ MORE >
The Ware County School System will operate under a normal schedule December 7th - 18th, with the 18th being an Early Release Day. A copy of the updated calendar in list and block format is available under the Menu section of our website at www.ware.k12.ga.us. READ MORE >
The 2020-2021 Ware County Schools calendar has been through several revisions since its initial release. You can always find a copy of the current calendar on our system website under the Menu or by visiting https://5il.co/bb0j. We'd like to take a moment to remind our students, staff, and families that the day before Thanksgiving Break (Friday, Nov. 20th) is not... READ MORE >
The Ware County Academic Boosters Club was unable to hold the End of Year Awards Ceremony due to COVID-19 restrictions. It is with great honor that we recognize students for their outstanding accomplishments for the 2019-2020 School Year. High Point Trophy Winners Ware County High School-Anne L. Ware County Middle School-Cason Z. ... READ MORE >
Don't forget! Friday, October 30th is a Professional Learning Day. School will not be in session for traditional or digital students that day. READ MORE >
Check out our dress up days for Red Ribbon Week! Be Happy, Be Brave, Be Drug Free! READ MORE >
Reminder: School is out for students Friday, October 9th and Monday, October 12th for Fall Break. Staff will have Fall Break October 12th only. School resumes on a regular schedule Tuesday, October 13th. Enjoy a well-deserved break! READ MORE >
Fall Break will be Friday, October 9-Monday, October 12. We hope you enjoy your long weekend! READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education voted to revise the 2020-2021 school calendar again at the October 1st called board meeting, adding 3 additional professional learning days on October 30th, February 12th, and April 1st. School will not be in session for digital or traditional students on these dates. The revised calendar is pictured below and can also be located... READ MORE >
The Ware County Schools Board of Education will hold a called meeting Thursday, October 1st at 9:30am. The public is invited to watch the live stream or recording at the link provided. READ MORE >
Check out our newsletter for this week! Picture Day has been postponed and rescheduled for the 2nd 9 weeks. No school for students this Friday, October 2. The deadline for learning model changes is this Thursday, October 1st! READ MORE >
Don't forget! October 2nd and 9th, 2020 are Professional Learning Days. Students will not report either day. Monday, October 12th is Fall Break for both students and staff members. READ MORE >
The issue with Student Campus/Attendance has been resolved. Digital students will follow the directions below to log into the portal and respond to the attendance prompt. The "Check-In" option is attached to student portal accounts only, not the parent accounts.Student accounts have been locked, meaning that the password cannot be changed. If a student forgets the... READ MORE >
Don't forget! October 2nd and 9th, 2020 are Professional Learning Days. Students will not report either day. Monday, October 12th is Fall Break for both students and staff members. READ MORE >
If you've had a chance to look at the weekly system Covid report, you will notice that Williams Heights has had 0 positive cases reported among our students and staff. We realize that could change at any time, and we are so proud of the protocols we have in place...they are working! As always, the safety of our students and staff is our utmost priority. READ MORE >
Here's some contact information you may find helpful for questions about Chromebooks or Internet access. Chromebook For: All Ware County students whose parents complete the Technology Device Check-Out Form For troubleshooting: Contact the student's school media specialist via phone or email Internet Options 1) Jetpack For: Digital students only (families... READ MORE >
On Thursday, August 27, we are hosting parent meetings for our digital students in grades 2-5 in the Williams Heights Media Center. Our goal is to educate our digital parents on navigating Google Classroom, Clever, and other software programs in order to ensure that you can support our digital learners. These meetings are for our digital parents only due to social... READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education has tabled its decision on the recently-announced face covering mandate until its next meeting, scheduled for September 15th, unless there is a called meeting prior to that date. Until then, the current face covering procedure will stand. That is, face coverings (including masks, gaiters, and face shields) are strongly encouraged... READ MORE >
In an effort to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community, the Ware County School System is issuing a mandatory cloth face covering requirement for all students, staff members, and visitors. This action will take effect Monday, August 24, 2020 and is based on recommendations from the CDC, the Office of Governor Brian Kemp, the Georgia Department of... READ MORE >
Ware County Schools announces the launch of our new online registration process for parents of new students for the 2020-2021 school year. Parents may register online OR by obtaining a paper application, which is available at your child’s school. To register online, please visit www.ware.k12.ga.us and locate the Online Registration and Census Verification link... READ MORE >
Meals for digital learners are available! For students in grades K-12, parents can pre-order meals online by Fridays at Noon. Curbside pick up at Williams Heights will be on Mondays from 9:00-10:00 am. Each child will receive 10 nutritionally balanced meals: 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches. The first order date will be Friday, August 21st, and the first pick up date... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System has been notified that several staff members have tested positive for COVID-19. Per our established protocol, all areas of the building that the individuals used were closed off to allow custodial staff to thoroughly clean and disinfect the spaces. All individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 are required to quarantine and will... READ MORE >
Our Virtual Open House websites are now available for you to view at your convenience! You will find introductory videos for your child’s teacher and school supply lists. Some schools also included a teacher syllabus, information for joining the class on Remind, and tips for what to expect as students return to class on August 17th to kickoff the new school... READ MORE >
Have you heard the news? All Ware County Schools will have different school hours next year! DAFFODIL Pre-K: 7:30am - 12:30pmAll Elementary Schools: 8:00am - 2:00pmBoth Middle Schools: 8:30am - 2:30pmHigh School: 9:00am - 3:00pmCar-riders may be dropped off up to 30 minutes before school starts. We are still working on bus routes as well as pick-up and drop-off... READ MORE >
Check out our 2020-2021 School Supply List for both traditional and digital learners. We look forward to seeing you in person or virtually on August 17th! READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians who have requested Digital Learning must complete a Digital Learning Application for each K-12 child in order to be accepted into the digital learning program. Pre-K students may sign up for Digital Learning by contacting DAFFODIL Pre-K directly. The Digital Learning Application must be completed by the parent/guardian and is due no later than... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System archives and stores special education records from the Department of Special Education for a limited time according to the Common Records Retention Schedule for school systems under the Georgia Archives University System of Georgia. All special education records for students who have graduated and/or who have turned 22 years of age are... READ MORE >
A revised 2020-2021 WCS Calendar has been approved by the Ware County Board of Education. The block and list formats are available at the links. Key changes/features to note include:1. There are 20 professional learning days, 170 instructional days (82 in fall semester and 88 in spring semester), and a traditional semester break in December. 2. There will be 14... READ MORE >
The Georgia Department of Education and Georgia Public Broadcasting are launching “Getting Ready” guides to help parents of the youngest learners prepare for the upcoming school year.You can find the guides at gpb.org/learn. These guides for getting ready for kindergarten and first, second, and third grade were created by GPB Education and specialists in the... READ MORE >
Dear Ware County Schools Families: We would appreciate your input as we make plans to reopen our campuses for the 2020-2021 school year. Your responses will help guide our planning as we design teaching and learning to meet our students’ needs and ensure that students and staff have healthy learning and working environments. We understand that every family has... READ MORE >
We are now accepting registration for new students for the 2020-2021 school year! Please visit https://www.ware.k12.ga.us/o/w... for more information about the registration process. READ MORE >
Parents and Staff Members:If you haven’t already, please respond to the 2020 Census by the end of the school year. In less than 10 minutes, you can help ensure that we receive our share of funding for our students that will last a decade. We are eight weeks into data collection for the 2020 U.S. Census, and the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) leadership... READ MORE >
COVID-19 has taken over the news in recent months, but there is another very important thing happening in the year 2020: the census! It isn't too late to fill out your household information. Did you know that the data from the census every 10 years decides funding for Title I allocations? Head Start dollars? School Nutrition support? Special Education... READ MORE >
Dear Waycross/Ware County Community, I would like to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who has stepped up over the past few weeks to support the students, staff, and families of the Ware County School District. It has been extremely encouraging to see our residents, businesses, and organizations come together during this time of crisis. Even while our... READ MORE >
Supplemental work packets, designed to help students retain the knowledge they have learned and prevent deficits when school resumes, are now available. Please complete the form at www.tinyurl.com/supplementalpacket to request one via email. You may also pick up a hard copy packet at any of our school feeding program sites beginning Monday, April 20th. READ MORE >
Click or copy and paste the link to watch a video message from Supt. Bert Smith and Board Chairman Dee Meadows. https://youtu.be/BjeaMR-1p-k READ MORE >
3/31/2020 2:20pm District and school administrators held a virtual meeting this morning to discuss the system's instructional plan moving forward, report cards, promotion/retention policies, end of year activities, and our projected return to school date. Instructional Plan: Due to the lack of WiFi and device accessibility in all homes, the Ware County School... READ MORE >
All school facilities are closed to the public at this time. Playground equipment, gates, and other high-touch public areas are not being sanitized on a daily basis during the school closure in order to preserve cleaning supplies and manpower for other critical areas. Please do not use these areas during the school closure. We want all of our families to stay healthy! READ MORE >
An Important Message from Supt. Bert Smith 3/26/2020 1:00pm We have just received information from Governor Brian Kemp that all Georgia schools will remain closed through April 24. If your child’s homeroom teacher has not reached out to you, please call your child’s school between 9:00 am and 11:00 am Friday morning, March 27. Central office staff and... READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education will stream its Called Meeting March 26th at 6:00pm at https://youtu.be/kXhAzHh-nQk. All interested parties are invited to tune in. READ MORE >
Please visit https://5il.co/e43t for a special video message from Supt. Bert Smith. READ MORE >
The CDC has released new tips to keep children healthy while school is out. You can check them out at https://www.cdc.gov/coronav…/2019-ncov/prepare/children.html. The sooner everyone follows these guidelines, the sooner we can get back to normal. We miss our students! READ MORE >
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM STATE SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT RICHARD WOODS:Superintendent Woods suspends state testing administration, accountability requirements; other COVID-19 updatesMarch 16, 2020 – As the COVID-19 outbreak continues and many public schools are closed to ensure the safety of students and staff, State School Superintendent Richard Woods is suspending... READ MORE >
If your child did not attend school and you would like to receive a work packet via email, please complete the form located at https://tinyurl.com/WorkPacketRequest. You will need a valid email address in order to take advantage of this option. Thank you! READ MORE >
AN UPDATE FROM SUPT. BERT SMITH 3/15/2020 4:25pm All Ware County Schools will be in session Monday, March 16th. We will close Tuesday, March 17th and remain closed through Spring Break, which ends Friday, April 10th. We understand the impact of this decision on our community and have chosen this option to provide our families time to prepare for the extended... READ MORE >
At this time, we anticipate all Ware County Schools remaining open to staff and students the week of March 16th. As the coronavirus pandemic is a rapidly-changing event, we will continue to monitor the situation over the weekend and will make a final announcement about the status of schools on Sunday, March 15th, around 4pm. We will use our call-out system,... READ MORE >
An update from the Ware County School System: 3/12/2020 at 7:55pm Earlier today, the Georgia High School Association announced that they recommend all member schools suspend spring sports activities until further notice. Based on that guidance, the Ware County Board of Education will suspend all sporting and fine arts competitions at the middle and high school... READ MORE >
3/12/2020 12:20pm Out of an abundance of caution and in consideration of the safety of our students, staff, and community members, all locally planned or sponsored Ware County School System activities taking place through this weekend (March 15, 2020) will be cancelled due to concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19. SCHOOL WILL STILL BE IN SESSION. We will... READ MORE >
Check out our school newsletter this week! READ MORE >
All parents and stakeholders are invited to attend the Title I Stakeholder Input and Program Evaluation Meeting on March 17, 2020 from 2:30-3:00 in Room 413. If you would like more information, please contact Lindsay Hopkins at lindsay.hopkins@ware.k12.ga.us. We look forward to hearing your feedback regarding our Title I program at Williams Heights! READ MORE >
Proper health and fitness are important for all kids! Check out the fitness opportunities in our community during the month of March. READ MORE >
If you are the parent/guardian of a Ware County Schools student who receives special education services, please take a moment to complete the Parent Satisfaction Survey administered by the Georgia Department of Education. The Parent Satisfaction Survey helps the state determine parents' perception of the success of parent engagement between the local school and... READ MORE >
March 4, 2020 Dear Parents and Guardians, The recent news regarding COVID-19, or what's being called the coronavirus, has understandably caused concern, so I want to take a moment to reassure you of the steps we are taking within the district to counteract the spread of illness. The health and well-being of our students and the learning environment is... READ MORE >
Happy March! Check out our newsletter for important information. READ MORE >
Congratulations to Nicole L. from Center Elementary School, Camp H. from Williams Heights Elementary School, and Kasen G. from Waycross Middle School, district-level winners of the 2020 Georgia National "Fair Bear" writing contest! Students penned imaginative stories starring Fair Bear, the mascot of the Georgia National Fair. This year's topic was "Fair Bear... READ MORE >
Please join us Friday morning for a Parent Breakfast! Enjoy breakfast with your child, then head down to Mrs. Hopkins' room for an informative Georgia Milestones Workshop. The workshop is for parents who have a student in grades 3-5. Breakfast: 7:05-7:40. Workshop: 7:45-8:15. We look forward to seeing you there! READ MORE >
Ware County Schools will observe Winter Break Monday and Tuesday, February 17-18, 2020. School will resume Wednesday, February 19th. We will NOT have an Early Release schedule on Friday, February 14th as we typically do prior to other scheduled breaks. We hope you enjoy the long weekend! READ MORE >
Mid-Year Writing Assessments will be given Wednesday, February 19th, Friday, February 21st, and Monday, February 24th. READ MORE >
All schools will be closed Monday, Feb. 17 and Tuesday, Feb. 18. Enjoy your long weekend, and we'll see you on February 19th! READ MORE >
Candy Grams will be on sale from February 4-14. Students can purchase them before school, from 7:10-7:40. All Candy Grams are $1.00. READ MORE >
All Ware County schools will be in session on Friday, February 7, 2020. Severe weather in our area is expected to clear out overnight. We look forward to seeing all students and staff at school Friday morning. Thank you! READ MORE >
Superintendent Bert Smith has announced that all Ware County Schools and the Central Office will observe an early release schedule on Thursday, February 6th after receiving new information regarding the threat of severe weather conditions Thursday afternoon. All after school activities will also be cancelled. The Ware County Learning Center will dismiss at 11:00... READ MORE >
Tuesday, February 4th is School Picture Day! All grades will be photographed. Also, don't forget to order your child a class composite picture! READ MORE >
Satilla REMC Foundation awarded SMART grant checks in the amount of $1500 to media centers at each of our elementary schools. Thank you for supporting Ware County Schools! Pictured: Wacona Principal John Chancey, Waresboro Principal Dr. Biff Lee, Williams Heights Media Specialist Heather Thigpen, Ruskin Principal Donna Solomon, Waresboro Media Specialist Candace... READ MORE >
Georgia Parent Survey Click the link above to access the Georgia Parent Survey, which was developed to measure parent perceptions of school climate at your child’s school. Your opinion is very important to us. Your survey responses are confidential and will be combined with the survey responses of other parents at your child’s school to identify areas in need of... READ MORE >
Please make sure that we have an updated contact number on file for each student. Thank you! READ MORE >
Help us celebrate Dr. Suess' Birthday and Read Across America Week by purchasing a T-Shirt. Orders are due by Friday, January 31st. READ MORE >
We hope you had a wonderful long weekend. Check out our newsletter for this week. Go Hawks! READ MORE >
Do you know how to spell “ascribe”? WCMS sixth grader Chrishaud B. does, and that won him the title of Ware County Schools Spelling Bee Champion! Kent H., an 8th grader from Waycross Middle School, is first runner-up. Chrishaud will advance to the regional tournament to be held in February, with Kent serving as the alternate in the event that Chrishaud is unable... READ MORE >
Friday, Dec. 20th is an Early Release Day! READ MORE >
We will release at 12:00 Noon on Friday. Have a wonderful Christmas Break! Students will return on Wednesday, January 8, 2020. READ MORE >
Let's have some fun this week! Merry Christmas! READ MORE >
The public is invited to attend the 3rd Annual Southeast Georgia First Lego League Robotics Tournament hosted by the Ware County School District STEM Department at the Waycross Middle School gym on Saturday, December 14th. Thirteen teams of ten students in 4th-8th grade will be competing from the following counties: Tift, Camden, Clinch, Pierce, Toombs (Vidalia... READ MORE >
Kindergarten Night with Santa! READ MORE >
We will open the Mistletoe Mall next week, December 9-13. Students will be able to shop for Christmas presents during their recess time. All items are $2.00. This is a wonderful way for students to shop for loved ones this holiday season. Merry Christmas! READ MORE >
Happy Thanksgiving from the Ware County Schools Family to yours! Friday, Nov. 22nd is an Early Release Day, followed by Thanksgiving Holidays the week of Nov. 25th. School will resume Monday, Dec. 2nd. We hope you enjoy your Thanksgiving Holiday! READ MORE >
Friday, Nov. 22nd is an Early Release Day! READ MORE >
Early Release Day is this Friday, November 22. Students are dismissed at 12:00! READ MORE >
All Williams Heights family members are invited to our Thanksgiving Lunches, which will be on November 20 (Grades 1, 3, 5) and November 21 (K, 2, 4). Please make your reservation! You will pay for your lunch when you go through the line. Thank you! READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education approved the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 Ware County Schools calendars at the November board meeting. The 2020-2021 calendar can be found at https://5il.co/bb0j, and the 2021-2022 is available for viewing at https://5il.co/bb0u. READ MORE >
Progress Reports will be sent home to all students on Thursday, Nov. 14th. Please check your child's backpack. Thank you! READ MORE >
All Williams Heights' family members who have served in the military are invited to a Veterans Day luncheon on Monday, November 11 at 11:30. Please return your invitation so we can secure your reservation. We look forward to seeing you! READ MORE >
We had an amazing Red Ribbon Week, and had so much fun dressing up each day. Students with excellent behavior were celebrated with a Trunk or Treat and Tailgate Party! We have our Veterans Day Luncheon and Thanksgiving Lunches coming up, so don't forget to make your reservations. November is National Parent Engagement Month, and we are so thankful for the... READ MORE >
Mr. Sammy Daniels, a custodian at Williams Heights Elementary, is this month’s Golden Achievement Classified Award winner. Mrs. Smallwood, WHES principal, noted that Mr. Sammy always has a smile and a kind word to share with everyone. He works very hard to keep the school in tip-top shape. Congratulations, Mr. Sammy! We are glad you’re part of the Ware County... READ MORE >
Mrs. Heather Thigpen, media specialist at Williams Heights Elementary, is this month’s Certified Golden Achievement Award winner. Principal Staci Smallwood described Mrs. Thigpen as someone who works tirelessly to ensure the Media Center is a welcome haven for students and teachers alike. She is a vital member of the WHES staff, and we are proud of her... READ MORE >
Ware County Schools administrators representing every school were recognized at the October board meeting with a certificate acknowledging “Accreditation with Quality” from the Georgia Accrediting Commission, Inc. READ MORE >
Members of the Ware County Schools transportation staff were recognized at the October Board Meeting for Bus Driver Appreciation Week, which is Oct. 21-25, 2019. We ❤️ our transportation staff! Please let them know how much you appreciate the valuable service they provide. READ MORE >
Members of the Ware County Schools transportation staff were recognized at the October Board Meeting for Bus Driver Appreciation Week, which is Oct. 21-25, 2019. We ❤️ our transportation staff! Please let them know how much you appreciate the valuable service they provide. READ MORE >
Lily P. and Isabelle T. were part of a group of WHES students who presented information on the Williams Heights Elementary Lemonade Stand project held in September. The project raised $1991 for childhood cancer through the sale of lemonade and lemon-flavored treats. An anonymous donor at the October board meeting pushed the total earned over the $2000 mark!... READ MORE >
We hope you had a fantastic Fall Break! It is always so nice to recharge and spend some quality time with family. We've got a busy few weeks ahead of us! Our Pumpkin Decorating Contest began today, and our Media Center is quickly turning into the cutest pumpkin patch ever! Next week we have Red Ribbon Week dress up days, PBIS Trunk or Treat for K-2, and the PBIS... READ MORE >
Friday, Oct. 11th is a professional learning day for staff members; students will not come to school. We will observe Fall Break Oct. 14th - 18th. Students will return to school Monday, Oct. 21st. We hope you enjoy Fall Break! READ MORE >
Report Cards will be issued October 10th. Please sign and return it to your child's teacher. READ MORE >
Report cards go home this Thursday, October 10th, and Friday, there will be no school for students as we head into Fall Break, which is October 14-18. Go Hawks! READ MORE >
We've got a great week planned at Williams Heights! Our Scholastic Book Fair begins Monday, with our Family Book Fair and AR Literacy Parent Workshop on Tuesday, October 1st. All parents are invited to attend an afternoon to celebrate the importance of reading! Stop by the book fair, and then head down to the Media Center for some light refreshments, where you'll... READ MORE >
Whether you cheer for the Waycross Bulldogs or Georgia Bulldogs, Sunset T's has you covered with unique spirit gear designed by Waycross Middle School 8th grader Lauren M! Shop at this link through October 4th to support the Waycross Middle School Student Council: https://stores.sunsetts.com/waycross_middle_student_council/shop/home. Bulldog gear will be available... READ MORE >
Sunset T’s is offering online shopping for all of your Gator Gear needs! Orders are due Sept. 30th and can be picked up from Kim Callahan at Ware County High School during school hours October 9th-11th. Shop and pay right from the ease of your computer at https://stores.sunsetts.com/ware_county_high_school/shop/home! GOOOOO GATORS!! READ MORE >
All parents and stakeholders are invited to attend the Title I Annual Meeting, Tuesday, September 24, at 5:00 in the Williams Heights Multipurpose Room. Immediately following that, we will have our Parent Curriculum Night. You will have the opportunity to visit with your child's teachers, learn about our curriculum, and ask important questions about your child's... READ MORE >
Check out our newsletter for this week! We have an exciting week planned at Williams Heights. Our Annual Title I Meeting and Curriculum Night will be held on Tuesday, September 24th. Our last Lemonade Stand to benefit our Yellow and Black Give Back Campaign will be held on Wednesday, September 25th, and the Animal Ambassadors will be here on Friday! What a way to... READ MORE >
We have a great week planned at Williams Heights! YTies are on sale every morning for $5.00. The Hawks School Store is also open every morning. We will hold our first Lemonade Stand this Wednesday, September 11. All picture money is due today, September 9. Mark your calendars for our Annual Title I Meeting and Parent Curriculum Night, which will be held on... READ MORE >
School resumes for all students and staff Friday, September 6th. Progress reports will be issued Monday, September 9th. READ MORE >
The latest track and timeline suggests that we will begin feeling the effects of Hurricane Dorian late Wednesday into early Thursday morning. Winds are expected to gust up to 50mph with sustained winds less than 39mph and rain accumulations less than 1.5in. All Ware County schools and the Central Office will remain closed on Thursday, September 5th. Staff members... READ MORE >
Due to Hurricane Dorian’s potential impact on portions of coastal Georgia, select Ware County Schools facilities will be in use as staging points or shelter for those under mandatory evacuation orders. At this time, all Ware County schools will be closed to students Tuesday and Wednesday. The current projected track suggests associated wind and rain may... READ MORE >
An Important Message from Supt. Smith9/1/199:05pmThe impact of Hurricane Dorian on our area is still unknown at this time. School officials are monitoring the situation closely and will continue to collaborate with EMA and public safety officials to make informed decisions. An official statement regarding the status of schools will be made early in the day on... READ MORE >
All Ware County schools and the Central Office will be closed Monday, September 2nd for the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen Tuesday, September 3rd. At this time, it is unknown how Hurricane Dorian may affect our community. System administrators will meet with our local emergency management officials Tuesday morning, when more information is available, to... READ MORE >
We had a fantastic week! We ended it with our Back to School Breakfast with the Gators, which was awesome! Check out our newsletter for this week, and don't forget to sign up for the Art Adventure on Friday, August 30th! Go Hawks! READ MORE >
We are excited to announce the kick off our "Together, we're better!" series of daily tips designed to strengthen the parent/child and parent/school relationship. Look for daily tips coming your way beginning Monday, August 26th. They will be posted on our district and school websites in the Live Feed section as well as on our Facebook page. We look forward to... READ MORE >
Please join us on Friday, August 23 for breakfast! 7:05-7:40 am in the Williams Heights Cafeteria. Gator football players will greet you at the door, open doors for car riders, and Gator Cheerleaders will be selling tattoos and spirit beads. Go Hawks, and Go Gators!!! READ MORE >
We’ve completed our first full week of classes for the 2019-2020 school year! Take some time to talk with your child about how his or her school year is going so far. Here are some questions to jumpstart the conversation so it doesn’t stall with the grunt parents often get when they ask, “How was your day?” See more at... READ MORE >
Our Hawks Herald has gotten a makeover! Our weekly newsletter is a great way to stay in the know, and to learn important information about what's going on at Williams Heights. A paper copy is sent home each Friday, but you can also find it on our website. Thank you for your continued support! READ MORE >
Check out our school supply list for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at Open House, and on the first day of school, which is August 1st. https://5il.co/9347A few more reminders: 7:05 AM: Doors Open7:05-7:35 Breakfast is served7:45: Tardy bell rings2:30: End of school day READ MORE >
We could not be happier or more proud of Mrs. Tina Goble. Congratulations to our system-wide Teacher of the Year! READ MORE >
OPEN HOUSE IS MONDAY, JULY 29TH 4:00-6:00 PM The countdown to the 2019-2020 school year is officially on! Students will report to school on August 1, 2019. Williams Heights will host Open House on Monday, July 29, 2019. We are so excited to meet you and your parents from 4:00-6:00 PM. If you've already picked out your school supplies, feel free to bring them and... READ MORE >
The Ware County School District is proud to announce the achievement and status of the Georgia School Boards Association’s (GSBA) 2019 Exemplary School Board recognition. The recognition program is designed to showcase best practices in school governance and leadership. GSBA recognizes good school board governance to foster educational community cultures in... READ MORE >
An Important Announcement from Superintendent Jim L. LeBrun and Ware County Schools Chief of the Department of Public Safety Danny Christmas: Earlier this school year, the Ware County School System implemented security checkpoints at Memorial Stadium. Please be advised that security screenings will be in force at all gates prior to and during this Saturday's... READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education has selected Mr. Bert Smith as the sole finalist to fill the position of Superintendent of Ware County Schools. As prescribed by Georgia law, the school board will allow 14 days for public input. Official action will be taken at the May 23rd called meeting at 10:00am to move Mr. Smith from Principal at Ware County High School to... READ MORE >
After considering input from school administrators, parents, and community stakeholders, Ware County School System board members opted to discontinue the clear or mesh backpack requirement for the 2019-2020 school year. The decision was announced at the April 25th board meeting. Students may revert to using backpacks constructed of standard canvas material. Rolling... READ MORE >
An account has been created at Ameris Bank to assist the Buck Thigpen Family due to the recent storm that destroyed their home. Donations can be made at either bank location: 2110 Memorial Drive or 505 Haines Avenue. Pictured left to right: Buck, Chael, and Heather Thigpen READ MORE >
Due to the enhanced chance of high winds, tornadic activity, downed trees, and power outages, all Ware County Schools and the Central Office will be closed on Friday, April 19, 2019. Staff will not be required to report. Safety remains our top priority. READ MORE >
Parents and Guardians: Your opinion is very important to us! We would love your feedback to help us prepare for next year. Below you will find a link to the Title I Parent Survey. Please take a few minutes to complete it by May 3rd. Thanks so much, and we appreciate your support! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/parentFY20 READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Williams Heights is rewarding students with free Dairy Queen Blizzards for kids with super attendance, attitude, and effort on the GMAS and 1st and 2nd grade End of Year Assessments! Special thanks to Mrs. Brenda Rolison of the Waycross Dairy Queen for donating these sweet treats... READ MORE >
Kindergarten Transition Day is Monday, May 13th at 8:30am. Pre-K students and their parents are invited to visit the elementary school they will attend in the 2019-2020 school year for orientation. Please contact the elementary school your child will attend for more information. READ MORE >
Congratulations to 1st grader Brooke S. and 5th grader Katie B. for being selected as the winners of the Georgia Cities Week Coloring Contest! These two students will be honored tomorrow night, April 16th, at the City Commission Meeting. We are so proud of these two young artists! READ MORE >
You don’t want to miss the 1st annual Ware County High School Talent Show, happening April 25th at 6:30pm. Tickets are available for $2 pre-sale during all lunches or for $5 at the door. The talent show is sponsored by BETA Club; funds raised from the show will go towards reducing the expenses of 8 students who are going to BETA Nationals in Oklahoma City. The... READ MORE >
Mark your calendar to come see WCHS Gator Productions present “Shrek The Musical” April 18th, 19th, and 20th at the Performing Arts Center. Tickets will be available at the door. You don’t want to miss it! READ MORE >
Autism Awareness Day is April 27th from 9am-12pm. Come join us for this important event. Details are available on the flyer. READ MORE >
The Ware County School System will observe Spring Break April 1 - 5, 2019. Students will be released early on Friday, March 29th. Buses will release at the following times:Ware County Learning Center - 11:00AMDAFFODIL Pre-K - 11:30AMCenter Elementary School - 11:45AMAll other Elementary Schools - 12:00PMWare County High School - 12:30PMWare County Middle School... READ MORE >
Registration for STEM Camp for students who have finished 1st - 7th grades by June 1, 2019 is now open. Check the flyers for more information. READ MORE >
Check out the latest edition of the Gator Futures newsletter featuring information about our CTAE programs! READ MORE >
Principal Linda Houseal announced that registration is still open for DAFFODIL Pre-K for the 2019-2020 school year. Parents and guardians are invited to come by the school, located at 1321 Buchannon St., to pick up a registration packet. Completed registration packets may be returned between the hours of 2:15pm - 5:00pm daily until all classes are filled. Note:... READ MORE >
Principal Linda Houseal announced that registration is still open for DAFFODIL Pre-K for the 2019-2020 school year. Parents and guardians are invited to come by the school, located at 1321 Buchannon St., to pick up a registration packet. Completed registration packets may be returned between the hours of 2:15pm - 5:00pm daily until all classes are filled. Note:... READ MORE >
Kindergarten Registration for the 2019-2020 is open March 18 - 29, 2019 daily from 8:00am - 3:00pm. Parents and guardians should go to the school for which their child is zoned to complete the registration process. Please bring with you" Proof of Child’s Residence Child’s Certified Birth Certificate Child’s Complete Georgia Immunization Record ... READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education will meet in a Called Meeting on Friday, March 15, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. to discuss personnel items and any other miscellaneous items. The meeting will take place at 1301 Bailey Street. The public is invited. The meeting agenda is posted prior to the meeting and the minutes are posted as well on the system web page at... READ MORE >
Williams Heights' students recently competed in a system-wide Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition for Kindergarten through twelfth grade. We are so pleased to announce our school winners, as well as two students who were named district winners! Kindergarten: LillyAnne H.1st: Walt S.2nd: Blakely V. (School and System Winner)3rd: Audrey B. (School and System... READ MORE >
Area superintendents and the Executive Director of Okefenokee RESA met with various legislators, the Lt. Governor, and other state dignitaries under the Gold Dome on Monday, March 4th to discuss important educational issues and pending legislation. They are pictured here on the interior steps of the Capitol. READ MORE >
On Friday, February 15th, Gov. Brian Kemp signed his first piece of legislation into law. Senate Bill (SB) 25 specifies when traffic should stop for school buses that are loading or unloading passengers. SB 25 reverses last year’s House Bill (HB) 978, which allowed oncoming traffic to continue on a four-lane divided highway if there was a painted turn lane dividing... READ MORE >
Williams Heights Elementary 4th grader Camp H. has won the District Fair Bear Creative Writing Competition! He first competed for the best in his grade level, then progressed to compete for best in the school system. Camp's story will now be forwarded to the Georgia National Fair to compete against stories from all over Georgia. The top three winners from each... READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians looking to apply for Intradistrict Transfer to a different school within the district for the 2019-2020 school year must complete this form and submit it to the Ware County Board of Education by 4:30pm on Feb. 28th. https://5il.co/6evj READ MORE >
Willow D., a fifth grader at Wacona Elementary School, has won the district spelling bee and will advance to the regional tournament to be held later this month; the winning word was candidate. Sixth grader Dallas B., from Ware County Middle School, is first runner-up and will serve as the alternate in the event Willow is unable to compete. All contestants... READ MORE >
The Georgia Deparment of Education's Parent Satisfaction Survey for parents/guardians whose children receive Special Education Services is now open. The survey helps the state determine perceptions of the success of parent engagement efforts. The survey will remain open through May 31st. Please click the link to access the survey. NOTE: This survey is only for... READ MORE >
During the month of December, students and staff at Williams Heights Elementary collected canned goods for the annual Salvation Army Canned Food Drive. Student members of the National Elementary Honor Society were responsible for class collection and counting of the donations. We are proud to announce in less than 1 month, Williams Heights Elementary was able to... READ MORE >
Williams Heights Elementary School hosted “Hibernate with a Good Book”, a literacy night for students and families. This event was held to encourage students to read outside the classroom, for families to get involved in their child’s education, and to provide parents with tools to help their child read at home. Families were greeted with a presentation on how... READ MORE >