☕✨ Java with Jermall kicks off this week! Join LRSD Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright on this Wednesday at Southwest High between 7:45 and 8:45 a.m. for coffee, refreshments, and great conversation with parents, staff, and community members. Can’t make it this time? Mark your calendar for October 8 at Mann Magnet Middle and November 12 at Terry Elementary. 💙 Everyone is invited!
Hello Wonderful Williams Families,
There will be a mandatory parent meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 5:30 pm for all who are interested in learning about Destination Imagination.
Destination Imagination (DI) is a creative problem-solving program that teaches students how to think divergently by providing six new competitive, open-ended problems yearly. Teams of 2-7 students work together to solve both long-term and short-term problems using their creative problem-solving skills. By tapping into creativity, and through encouraging imaginative paths to problem-solving, students learn skills that will provide them with the ability to solve problems, both great and small, for a lifetime. During DI practices, students learn to depend on each other as they learn to work together as a team. Students in 1st - 5th grades are eligible to participate in WMS DI.
If you would like to view more information about DI before our meeting, go to https://www.destinationimagination.org/.
In order for a student to be able to try-out, a parent or guardian must attend this mandatory parent meeting.
Thank you,
Susan Jackson & Alex Wakelyn
There will be a mandatory parent meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 5:30 pm for all who are interested in learning about Destination Imagination.
Destination Imagination (DI) is a creative problem-solving program that teaches students how to think divergently by providing six new competitive, open-ended problems yearly. Teams of 2-7 students work together to solve both long-term and short-term problems using their creative problem-solving skills. By tapping into creativity, and through encouraging imaginative paths to problem-solving, students learn skills that will provide them with the ability to solve problems, both great and small, for a lifetime. During DI practices, students learn to depend on each other as they learn to work together as a team. Students in 1st - 5th grades are eligible to participate in WMS DI.
If you would like to view more information about DI before our meeting, go to https://www.destinationimagination.org/.
In order for a student to be able to try-out, a parent or guardian must attend this mandatory parent meeting.
Thank you,
Susan Jackson & Alex Wakelyn
Hello Wonderful Williams Families,
There will be a mandatory parent meeting on Thursday, Aug. 28, at 5:30 pm for all who are interested in learning about the WMS VEX IQ Robotics program.
In the VEX IQ Competition, teams of students are tasked with designing and building a robot to play with other teams in a game-based engineering challenge. Classroom STEM concepts are put to the test as students learn lifelong skills in teamwork, leadership, communications, and more. VEX Robotics hosts the world’s largest robotics competition for students all over the world to compete against one another using a robot of their own design.Tournaments to determine the best teams are held year-round at the regional, state, and national levels and culminate at the VEX Robotics World Championship each April.
Interested 4th & 5th are eligible to try out for the WMS Robotics program. In order for a student to be able to try-out, a parent or guardian must attend this mandatory parent meeting.
Thank you,
Susan Jackson
The Book Fair will be here soon!
Be on the look out for this flyer in your scholar's folder! Join us for Muffins with Mom and Donuts with Dad on Wednesday, August 27th from 7:05-8:00! Please RSVP by this Friday, August 22nd using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Wflayl_KAP0QTm205OmyuPhkSoOffoe4Rrfvrvx2DAg/viewform?edit_requested=true
Meet & Greet! Thursday, August 7th from 3:30pm -5:30pm! Come by to meet your teacher, drop off your supplies, purchase uniforms, and join the PTA!
🔥 Calling all LRSD dads and father-figures! Help kick off the school year in style by snapping a photo with your student on the first day of school, August 11. Upload your photo to LRSD’s contest page for a chance to win big! The top 50 entries will enjoy lunch with Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright, and the top vote-getter will win dinner for six at the restaurant. 🍣🔥 Voting runs August 13–19. Let’s rock this school year, LRSD dads! 🎸
UPDATE: Please review/comment on Proposed LRSD School Board Zone Map Option 4: https://lrsd.mydistricting.com/comments/plan/14/31.
Zones 1 & 7 are switched; slight changes have been made to Zones 4 & 6.
School attendance zones are NOT affected. Thanks for your support!
Zones 1 & 7 are switched; slight changes have been made to Zones 4 & 6.
School attendance zones are NOT affected. Thanks for your support!
📚✏️ Get ready to save, LRSD families! The Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday kicks off at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2025, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 3, 2025. During this time, you can purchase school supplies, clothing, instructional materials, and even electronics — tax free! 🛍️📅 Mark your calendars and stock up for back-to-school!
Important: 2025-2026 School Year Check-In Information
Dear Families,
We are excited to prepare for another successful school year at Williams Magnet! As part of our back-to-school process, all families are required to complete the Check-In process for each scholar.
Check-In Dates & Times:
• Wednesday, July 30, 2025
• Thursday, July 31, 2025
• Friday, August 1, 2025
• Time: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (each day)
During Check-in, families will:
• Verify and update scholar information
• Complete important forms, including the Lunch Application
Please Note:
Filling out the Lunch Application is critical, even if you do not plan to use school meal services. This form directly impacts our school’s eligibility for federal funding and other important resources that support all students.
We appreciate your cooperation and commitment to making this a great school year for all scholars. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our main office.
Thank you for being a valued part of the Williams Magnet community!
Warm regards,
Williams Magnet Administration
Dear Families,
We are excited to prepare for another successful school year at Williams Magnet! As part of our back-to-school process, all families are required to complete the Check-In process for each scholar.
Check-In Dates & Times:
• Wednesday, July 30, 2025
• Thursday, July 31, 2025
• Friday, August 1, 2025
• Time: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (each day)
During Check-in, families will:
• Verify and update scholar information
• Complete important forms, including the Lunch Application
Please Note:
Filling out the Lunch Application is critical, even if you do not plan to use school meal services. This form directly impacts our school’s eligibility for federal funding and other important resources that support all students.
We appreciate your cooperation and commitment to making this a great school year for all scholars. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our main office.
Thank you for being a valued part of the Williams Magnet community!
Warm regards,
Williams Magnet Administration
Dear Families, We are excited to prepare for another successful school year at Williams Magnet! As part of our back-to-school process, all families are required to complete the Check-In process for each scholar. Check-In Dates & Times: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Thursday, July 31, 2025 Friday, August 1, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (each day) During Check-in, families will: Verify and update scholar information Complete important forms, including the Lunch Application Please Note: Filling out the Lunch Application is critical, even if you do not plan to use school meal services. This form directly impacts our school’s eligibility for federal funding and other important resources that support all students. We appreciate your cooperation and commitment to making this a great school year for all scholars. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our main office. Thank you for being a valued part of the Williams Magnet community! Warm regards, Williams Magnet Administration
📢 Reminder: All schools and offices in the Little Rock School District will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. We wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend as we honor those who have served our country. ❤️🤍💙 #MemorialDay #ReimaginingLRSD
📘✨ Yearbooks Are Here! ✨📘
The 2024–2025 Williams Magnet yearbooks have arrived and are on sale now for just $35!
🎉 Scholars can purchase their copy on Thursday during school hours and on Friday between 8 am - 2 pm.
Don't miss your chance to own a keepsake filled with memories, smiles, and milestones from this amazing school year.
📸 Hurry—yearbooks are limited!
Hello Wonderful Williams Families!
Yearbooks are coming home today if you places an order. We do have some left to sell if you missed ordering! They are $35 each and payment has to be cash at this point in the year.
Dear Parents/Guardians,
As we approach the final days of the school year, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for your continued support and trust in us as we’ve had the privilege of guiding your scholars this year. It’s been a wonderful journey, and we are grateful for the partnership we’ve shared in helping your children grow, learn, and succeed.
A BIG thank you to our amazing PTA Board for all of their support and care throughout the year! Their dedication to our scholars and staff has made such a positive impact, and we are truly grateful for all the ways they have contributed to our school community.
As we prepare for the summer break, we encourage all our scholars to keep their minds engaged and continue practicing key skills in reading, writing, and math. A simple yet effective way to do this is by setting aside at least 20 minutes each day for reading. Afterward, scholars can write a short reflective piece—whether it’s a summary of what they read or a drawing inspired by the story. Additionally, we recommend practicing math facts, especially multiplication, to help keep their skills sharp.
For our returning scholars, we can’t wait to see you in the Fall and continue the exciting learning journey together. To those moving on to the next chapter in their education, we wish you all the very best and know you will continue to thrive.
Finally, today scholars will be bringing home all of their personal items, so we kindly ask that backpacks remain at home for the last two days of school.
Thank you again for your unwavering support throughout this school year. Wishing “The Best and Brightest” a restful, fun-filled summer!
Darian L. Smith, Principal
WME Family and Friends,
Good day. We're looking forward to having a blast tonight at our 2nd annual Sneaker Ball.
Please note, admission is $5 cash only per each student and $5 only per each adult. Scholars will need to be in attendance with an adult. Put on your shades, shoes, and snazzy clothes and come out and enjoy yourself. It's a family affair!
***LRSD Board Meeting and Public Comment/Employee Hearing Thursday, May 15, 2025 – Starting at 5:30 p.m. LRSD Boardroom, Admin Bldg. - 810 W. Markham Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/ Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com
Williams Magnet Family and Friends,
It's time for our 2nd annual sneaker ball. This year we'll be wearing our favorite shades along with our stylish sneakers. Put your shoes, shades, and fabulous outfit on and come out to celebrate the end of another successful school year. I hope to see everyone this Friday May 16, 2025. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. See flyer's attached.
WME Family and Friends,
Happy Mother's Day.
Congratulations to our very own Mrs. Morton for receiving the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year Award for Williams Magnet! Your dedication to the students is admirable and this recognition is well deserved!
