As we head into Christmas break, we want families to know that extra food resources are available for those who may need support.
If your family could use food assistance for Christmas break or upon returning to school in January, please message FRYSC in the school app , or send an email to carrie.coleman@williamstown.kyschools.us to make arrangements. All requests are handled confidentially.
Additionally, families in need may sign up for our Weekend Snack Pack program, which will begin again in January and continue throughout the remainder of the school year.
If you have questions or would like to sign up, simply reach out to the Family Resource Youth Service Center. We are here to support our students and families.
If your family could use food assistance for Christmas break or upon returning to school in January, please message FRYSC in the school app , or send an email to carrie.coleman@williamstown.kyschools.us to make arrangements. All requests are handled confidentially.
Additionally, families in need may sign up for our Weekend Snack Pack program, which will begin again in January and continue throughout the remainder of the school year.
If you have questions or would like to sign up, simply reach out to the Family Resource Youth Service Center. We are here to support our students and families.

We have added days for the Santa’s Sidekick Pop-Up Shop!
Our gently loved treasures are set up and ready for families to come shop.
Everything in the shop is FREE and every item was donated with care to help make the season a little brighter!
Shopping Days are December 17-18 with shopping hours available 10 am-5 pm.
Families are welcome to come browse clothes, shoes, toys, books, games and miscellaneous items. This pop-up is a simple, joy-filled way to help you add a little extra magic this holiday season. There will also be a hot cocoa bar and a gift wrapping station available!
Please call the Family Resource Youth Service Center with any questions. We hope to see you soon!
Our gently loved treasures are set up and ready for families to come shop.
Everything in the shop is FREE and every item was donated with care to help make the season a little brighter!
Shopping Days are December 17-18 with shopping hours available 10 am-5 pm.
Families are welcome to come browse clothes, shoes, toys, books, games and miscellaneous items. This pop-up is a simple, joy-filled way to help you add a little extra magic this holiday season. There will also be a hot cocoa bar and a gift wrapping station available!
Please call the Family Resource Youth Service Center with any questions. We hope to see you soon!

Due to unforseen circumstances, the Christmas Band Concert scheduled for tonight is canceled.
The hope is to reschedule the event sometime.
We will keep everyone updated.

Get into the holiday spirit by attending the Christmas Band Concert at 6 PM Monday, Dec. 15 at the Williamstown Performing Arts Center!
See details attached!

Join us at 6 PM Tuesday, Dec. 16 in the Williamstown Performing Arts Center for the Williamstown Choir's Holiday Road Trip Christmas Concert!
This awesome event will feature the Elementary Choir, the 6th Grade Choir and the Chamber Choir.

ONLY A FEW DAYS REMAINING!
The High School Student Council and FRYSC Office are sponsoring a district-wide Holiday Food Drive.
Items will be collected through THIS Friday, Dec 12 and will be used to help support our community.
Please see the attached flyer for details.
The High School Student Council and FRYSC Office are sponsoring a district-wide Holiday Food Drive.
Items will be collected through THIS Friday, Dec 12 and will be used to help support our community.
Please see the attached flyer for details.

HOSA presents: You've been ELFED!
Send a friend, classmate, teacher or someone special a stuffed toy and candy for Christmas!
Parents can even send to their children at school!
You get a plush animal, candy cane or reindeer poop (chocolate) and a Christmas note for only $8.
Orders are taken from Dec. 8 to Dec. 16 with delivery set for Dec. 17.
Contact a HOSA member or e-mail sarah.webb@williamstown.kyschools.us to order TODAY!
Send a friend, classmate, teacher or someone special a stuffed toy and candy for Christmas!
Parents can even send to their children at school!
You get a plush animal, candy cane or reindeer poop (chocolate) and a Christmas note for only $8.
Orders are taken from Dec. 8 to Dec. 16 with delivery set for Dec. 17.
Contact a HOSA member or e-mail sarah.webb@williamstown.kyschools.us to order TODAY!

Santa’s Sidekick Shop Update ❄️🎅
Santa and his trusty sidekick tried to make it across the parking lot this morning… and let’s just say even they couldn’t handle the ice. After one too many almost–North-Pole-worthy slips, they agreed it’s best to postpone the Santa’s Sidekick Shop until next week!
We plan (pending Santa-approved weather) to offer extended shopping hours on Dec. 9 & 10 from 10am–6pm. As always, we’ll keep watching the forecast like elves on cocoa duty and will update you as soon as we can. We fully expect to add more days and times—because everyone deserves a chance to shop!
And don’t worry… Santa’s sleigh is still overflowing. We have even MORE items waiting to be put out because our school community is unbelievably generous.
Thanks for your patience, your safety, and your sense of humor. Stay warm, stay safe, and keep an eye out for updates—Santa and his sidekick are determined to get this shop open without ice skating their way there! ⛸️🎁✨
Santa and his trusty sidekick tried to make it across the parking lot this morning… and let’s just say even they couldn’t handle the ice. After one too many almost–North-Pole-worthy slips, they agreed it’s best to postpone the Santa’s Sidekick Shop until next week!
We plan (pending Santa-approved weather) to offer extended shopping hours on Dec. 9 & 10 from 10am–6pm. As always, we’ll keep watching the forecast like elves on cocoa duty and will update you as soon as we can. We fully expect to add more days and times—because everyone deserves a chance to shop!
And don’t worry… Santa’s sleigh is still overflowing. We have even MORE items waiting to be put out because our school community is unbelievably generous.
Thanks for your patience, your safety, and your sense of humor. Stay warm, stay safe, and keep an eye out for updates—Santa and his sidekick are determined to get this shop open without ice skating their way there! ⛸️🎁✨

Help support the National Honor Society by donating to their Animal Shelter Drive!
Bring in toys, food and cleaning supplies to Mrs. Morgan's room between now and Dec. 18.
Bring in toys, food and cleaning supplies to Mrs. Morgan's room between now and Dec. 18.

ATTENTION:
Santa's Sidekick Shop will not be open this morning as originally scheduled due to road conditions around the Bus Compound.
We do not want to jeopardize the safety of anyone.
We will be monitoring the conditions so check back later today to see if we can open for the 4 to 6 PM time slot.
Santa's Sidekick Shop will not be open this morning as originally scheduled due to road conditions around the Bus Compound.
We do not want to jeopardize the safety of anyone.
We will be monitoring the conditions so check back later today to see if we can open for the 4 to 6 PM time slot.

Williamstown Independent Schools shares important information about our
communication and academic plans in the event of hazardous weather.

The Santa’s Sidekick Shop Pop-Up Shop will be open for Williamstown Schools families soon!
Our gently loved treasures are almost all set up and ready for families to come shop.
Everything in the shop is FREE and every item was donated with care to help make the season a little brighter!
Shopping Days are December 2-4 and 9-11 with shopping hours available 10am-2pm and 4-6pm.
Williamstown Schools families are welcome to come browse clothes, shoes, toys, books, games and miscellaneous items. This pop-up is a simple, joy-filled way to help you add a little extra magic this holiday season. There will also be a hot cocoa bar and a gift wrapping station available!
Please call the Family Resource Youth Service Center with any questions. We hope to see you soon!
Our gently loved treasures are almost all set up and ready for families to come shop.
Everything in the shop is FREE and every item was donated with care to help make the season a little brighter!
Shopping Days are December 2-4 and 9-11 with shopping hours available 10am-2pm and 4-6pm.
Williamstown Schools families are welcome to come browse clothes, shoes, toys, books, games and miscellaneous items. This pop-up is a simple, joy-filled way to help you add a little extra magic this holiday season. There will also be a hot cocoa bar and a gift wrapping station available!
Please call the Family Resource Youth Service Center with any questions. We hope to see you soon!

To keep into a festive mood, we will once again be doing our district-wide December Spirit Days!
Please see the calendar attached.
We would love for as many students and staff to participate as possible!
Please see the calendar attached.
We would love for as many students and staff to participate as possible!

Be a Part of the Grant County Giving Tree! 🎄
This holiday season, you can help make Christmas brighter for local children and families in need. The Grant County Giving Tree is now accepting donors who wish to sponsor a child or family by providing gifts and holiday essentials.
To register as a Sponsor: https://forms.gle/PoUrFALnstApWysh8
OR text keyword: gcgivingtreedonor to 859-696-1859
If you would like more information, please contact the Family Resource Youth Service Center. Together, we can make a difference in our community!
This holiday season, you can help make Christmas brighter for local children and families in need. The Grant County Giving Tree is now accepting donors who wish to sponsor a child or family by providing gifts and holiday essentials.
To register as a Sponsor: https://forms.gle/PoUrFALnstApWysh8
OR text keyword: gcgivingtreedonor to 859-696-1859
If you would like more information, please contact the Family Resource Youth Service Center. Together, we can make a difference in our community!

REMINDER: Williamstown Independent Schools will hold a Facility Master Plan/Vision Meeting for the community at 3:45 PM TODAY, Thursday, Nov. 13 in the WHS Cafeteria.
Please attend and express your input as we look toward the future!
Please attend and express your input as we look toward the future!

Orange and Black Night is coming!
The annual introduction to our basketball and cheerleading teams will take place on Nov. 14!
The parade starts at 6:15 PM with the event to follow!
The annual introduction to our basketball and cheerleading teams will take place on Nov. 14!
The parade starts at 6:15 PM with the event to follow!

Community Survey: 2026–2027 School Calendar
Williamstown Independent Schools values your input!
We are currently planning the 2026–2027 school calendar and would love to hear your thoughts.
Please take a few minutes to complete the short survey and share your feedback.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQX457OccdvwNC-NbYiGL2u_aOYMeWRYwnlBsT-LOJf4aS0Q/viewform
Deadline: Sunday, Nov. 2 2025
Williamstown Independent Schools values your input!
We are currently planning the 2026–2027 school calendar and would love to hear your thoughts.
Please take a few minutes to complete the short survey and share your feedback.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQX457OccdvwNC-NbYiGL2u_aOYMeWRYwnlBsT-LOJf4aS0Q/viewform
Deadline: Sunday, Nov. 2 2025
Please read this important message from Superintendent John Slone.

Come hear our amazing Williamstown High School "Band of Spirit" perform their 2025 show Gone Fishin' at 6 PM THIS Friday, Sept. 5! See details below!

REMINDER: The first day of school for students will be Wednesday, Aug. 13!
Here is the entire 2025-26 School Year Calendar.
It is also available on our website.

