Williams Elementary School

04/09/2026

Just a few moments from yesterday's 3rd Grade VIBE party! Thank you Sonic for the slushie donations! A time was had!

04/07/2026

The Gainesville Housing Authority will be accepting online pre-applications for Public Housing on Wednesday, April 15 at 10:00 am. 750 pre-applications are accepted for the following unit size(s) only: One Bedroom, Two Bedroom, Three Bedroom, Four Bedroom, Five Bedroom. Contact the school to speak with our social worker for more information.

The Gainesville Housing Authority accepts online pre-applications only via our web portal at: http://www.gainesvilleha.housingmanager.com/

04/03/2026

Join us in celebrating our incredible Teacher of the Year! We are so proud to have such an amazing educator as part of our school family—congratulations on this well-deserved honor Mrs. Beckham! 🍎

I became a teacher because I love working with kids, especially when it comes to teaching them how to read. I have been at Williams for five years, and this year marks my sixth. I love working at a school with such a rich history, as Williams Elementary is the oldest school in the county. My favorite part of the school day is the reading block because I truly enjoy teaching reading. I build relationships with my students by using time in the morning to ask them about what happened over the weekend, and they often ask me about mine as well, especially after a holiday or day off. I also connect learning to their prior experiences whenever possible. The third grade team is the best—I wouldn’t have made it this far without them, as they keep me going even when I start to feel a little burned out.

03/31/2026

Your child must be five (5) by September 1st to start kindergarten in August.

03/27/2026

Don't forget that Monday is a student holiday/teacher workday. Enjoy your long weekend!

Just a reminder that Monday, March 30 is a student holiday/teacher workday. Schools will not be in session, but district offices will be open.

03/24/2026

📸 SMILE! IT’S PICTURE DAY! 📸

Spring is in the air, and it’s time to capture those bright smiles! Join us for our annual Spring Picture Day.

Date: Tuesday, April 14th, 2026

How to Prepare:
Dress Your Best: Bright colors and simple patterns photograph beautifully for spring.

Pre-Order Online: Avoid the paperwork! Visit the SWI website www.pictureday.swiphoto.com

***Important Notes:***
Only students with a completed order form or online pre-payment will be photographed for individual portraits.
ALL students will be photographed in the classroom group portrait.

03/24/2026

The late application window for families of PreK through 10th graders to apply for one of the district's highly successful magnet programs is now open. This is for families of students who did not apply during the first window, including non-ACPS students. alachuaschools.net/magnets

03/24/2026

Before Social Worker Month comes to a close, we want to take a moment to shine a well-deserved spotlight on our AMAZING school social worker!

Hi! My name is Rebekah McDonald — Mrs. McDonald around campus — and I’m the school social worker assigned to Williams. I’m an LCSW and a proud FSU graduate 😁, and this is my tenth year serving in the district. I always knew I wanted to work in education, but I didn’t know where I fit until I found school social work. Once it clicked, it stuck — and it’s been my favorite ever since. Plus, kiddos are pretty epic people.

I love getting to know students as the unique humans they are, building real relationships, and being their sounding board, cheerleader, and advocate when life feels big (or sometimes a little too big). I believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and capable, and I know that one size does not fit all — every student brings their own story, strengths, and needs.

Working in a school, especially Williams, is genuinely a little magical in its own way. Every day brings a new story, a new challenge, and a new moment where a student surprises themselves. Williams is a special place because of the way people show up for one another. I’m proud to be part of a team that trusts my role and lets me do the work I was trained to do so kids get the support they deserve, especially on the days that aren’t their best.

And to the families — thank you for trusting me with your kiddos. It’s an honor to walk alongside them, celebrate their wins, and support them through the hard moments. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always fulfilling, and I’m grateful to be a Williams Wildcat. 🐾

03/13/2026

Spring Break is here! Wishing all of our students, staff, and families a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled week. Enjoy the time to rest, recharge, and make wonderful memories. We look forward to seeing everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong! Have a safe and wonderful break!!

03/13/2026

Wildcats of the Week!!! Congratulations!!

03/10/2026

Congratulations to our Volunteer of the Year - Ms. Jenny Gamewell!! Thank you for all that you do for Williams elementary! 🐾

03/10/2026

Happy National Mar10 Day!! 🎮🍄A couple of our teachers decided to get in on the fun and celebrate in style!