That means 162 families in our community will have a holiday meal to enjoy, thanks to the generosity and kindness of our FAWE students, families, and staff!
What makes this even more special is seeing how far we've come. In our first year, we collected 100 baskets. Since then, we've grown to 125, 130, 150, and now 162 baskets in our fifth year! Year after year, our FAWE Family continues to find ways to make an even bigger difference in our community.
A HUGE thank-you to every family and student who donated, our incredible PTA and volunteers who helped organize and deliver everything, and all of our families and staff members who helped make this possible. It truly takes a village, and we are so grateful for ours!
We hope this reminds everyone that small collective efforts really add up and that we have the power to be difference makers in our community and our world, especially when we work together. Thank you for continuing to make FAWE a place where giving back and caring for others are part of who we are. 💙💚
#FAWEProud #FAWEFamily #FAWEFamilyFeedingFamilies #DifferenceMakers #EmpowermentThroughCommunity
At FAWE, kindness is one of the many ways our Sailfish shine each day. Whether it's offering a helping hand, including a friend, sharing an encouraging word, or simply choosing patience and understanding, every act of kindness helps make our school stronger.
Today, we celebrate the students and staff members who lead with compassion, lift others up, and help create a school where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and supported. The small moments of kindness we share each day make a big impact and remind us that kindness is something everyone can give.
#WorldKindnessDay #FAWESailfish #ChooseKindness #KindnessMatters
For generations, brave men and women have stepped forward to serve our country, carrying with them a commitment larger than themselves.
On Veterans Day, we pause to honor that service and the courage and sacrifice behind it.
To every veteran who answered the call, from the bottom of our hearts, we say thank you. We are forever grateful. 🇺🇸
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #MartinMeansMore
Today, Felix A. Williams Elementary proudly honors all veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and service. 🪖🎖️🫡❤️ Our students enjoyed welcoming veterans to our school and learning about all the different ways they have served our nation. 📚✨ Our Veterans Day assembly was a meaningful reminder of the freedoms we enjoy because of those who stood watch for us. 🙏
A heartfelt thank‑you to every veteran in our community—and an extra round of applause to those who came in, our incredible students and staff whose hard work brought this assembly to life. 👏🎓 Your dedication made today truly special. ✨
As we honor our nation's veterans during our Veterans Day assemblies tomorrow, we invite all students to show their patriotic spirit by wearing red, white, and blue.
Please remember that our Veterans Day assemblies are for students and invited guests only. Due to space limitations, these events are not open to families or the general public unless they have received a specific invitation.
We look forward to a meaningful day of gratitude and celebration as we recognize the brave men and women who have served our country. ❤️🤍💙
#VeteransDay #FAWESailfish
💙 Wow what a Fun Friday- FAWE had another successful Sailfish Sprint 🏃♀️💚
A huge shoutout to our amazing DJ (Coach), incredible teachers, supportive parents, and generous donors for making the Sailfish Sprint such a wonderful success! 🏃♂️✨
All the hard work, dedication, and community spirit made this event unforgettable for all students and staff. We couldn’t have done it without you all — thank you for helping us sail toward greatness! 🚀🐟
#SailfishSprint #SchoolSpirit #ThankYou
Phone service has been restored and is back to normal operations. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked with our provider to resolve the issue.
#ALLINMartin
Skip the cooking and join us for a delicious dinner while supporting our school! 🍟❤️
📅 Tonight 📍 Chick-fil-A ⏰2pm-8pm
A portion of the evening's sales will be donated back to Felix A. Williams Elementary School, helping support programs and opportunities for our students.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy your Chick-fil-A favorites while giving back to our Sailfish community!
Let's fill the restaurant with FAWE families and make this Giveback Night a huge success! 🌟
#FAWESailfish #GivebackNight #ChickfilA #SupportOurSchool #SailfishPride 💙🐟💛
MCSD Families: Schools and District offices will reopen tomorrow, Wednesday, Nov. 4.
We know how important it is for our schools to be open for students and families when we can do so safely. We also recognize that some families are still dealing with flooding, difficult travel conditions and other impacts from the weather. If that is your family, we understand and want you to have the flexibility you need.
Here’s what to know for tomorrow:
-Attendance: If weather-related conditions prevent your child from attending school or cause them to arrive late, the absence or tardy will be excused with parent/guardian notification to the school. We also encourage employees to let their supervisors know as soon as possible regarding their ability to report to work.
-Transportation: Families using District buses should expect delays. If you are able to safely transport your child to and from school, we encourage you to do so.
-After-School: Extended Day will operate as scheduled. All outdoor after-school activities remain canceled. Indoor activities may resume at the discretion of individual schools and coaches, with any cancellations communicated directly to families. Activity buses will not operate, so families of students participating in indoor activities should plan accordingly for transportation.
-Makeup Day: At this time, no decision has been made regarding a makeup day. We will provide as much advance notice as possible once a decision has been reached.
As we prepare to welcome our students back, our thoughts remain with the families and employees who are still dealing with significant impacts from this weather. Please make the decision that is safest for your family based on the conditions where you live and travel.
The safety and well-being of our students, staff and families remain our priority.
#ALLINMartin👊
MCSD Families: As our community continues to navigate the impacts of the recent weather, the Martin County School District is closely monitoring conditions in Martin County and surrounding areas as we plan for Wednesday.
At noon today, school and District leadership teams will meet to review conditions across the region, assess our campuses and determine what is needed to support school operations tomorrow.
We know families and employees are making plans, and we will share an update on Wednesday’s school operations as soon as possible following today’s assessment.
We are especially mindful of our families and employees who are dealing with severe impacts from this weather. We hope you and your loved ones continue to stay safe. The safety and well-being of our students, staff and families remain our priority as we look ahead to tomorrow.
#ALLINMartin👊
🚨WEATHER UPDATE: SCHOOLS CLOSED TUESDAY🚨
Due to the ongoing impacts of severe weather across Martin County and surrounding communities, all Martin County School District-operated schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. This includes all after-school activities.
In making this decision, the District considered conditions throughout the region, including significant flooding and difficult travel conditions in communities where many of our employees and families live. As conditions progressed throughout the day, we received reports of employees and families navigating floodwaters to get home, leaving vehicles behind and waiting for a ride because of impassable roadways, and making alternate arrangements for overnight accommodations because they can’t safely stay in their own homes.
Those impacts matter as we consider the safety of our employees traveling to and from our campuses and our ability to have the staff and resources in place to support students throughout the day.
The decision follows Governor Ron DeSantis’ declaration of a state of emergency for Martin County and surrounding counties.
Our thoughts are with our families and employees experiencing the impacts of the severe weather, both within Martin County and in surrounding communities. We encourage everyone to use caution and prioritize their safety as conditions continue to affect our region.
Continue to follow the District's social media and website for any updates.
#ALLINMartin👊
We recognize delays are inevitable, especially as we urge families to take it safe and slow when arriving. Tardies will be excused with parent/guardian notification.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
🌟 FAWE Week at a Glance 🌟
Another exciting week is ahead at Felix A. Williams Elementary! Our Sailfish students will be diving into learning, building friendships, and making great memories together.
📚 Keep up the strong work in the classroom, remember to read each night, and check your teacher's communication for any upcoming assignments and events.
🏃♂️🐟 This Friday is our PTA's BIGGEST fundraiser of the year - the Sailfish Sprint! 🐟🏃♀️
Our students are ready to run, have fun, and help support programs and opportunities that benefit every Sailfish. Thank you to all of our families, sponsors, and community members who have already contributed. Every donation helps make a difference for our school!
🎉 Let's show our Sailfish spirit all week long as we count down to the Sprint!
📅 Coming Up This Week:
✅ Daily learning and growth in every classroom
✅ Sailfish Sprint excitement and fundraising activities
✅ Friday: Sailfish Sprint Event
Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and school community. Let's make it a fantastic week at FAWE!
💙💛 #FAWESailfish #SailfishSprint #SailfishStrong #MakingWaves
🚨WEATHER UPDATE🚨
MCSD Families: With significant rainfall impacting parts of our county, we are closely monitoring conditions ahead of the school day tomorrow.
Families should plan for the possibility of traffic and transportation delays. Please allow extra time for the morning commute and, most importantly, be safe and do not rush. If weather conditions cause your student to arrive late tomorrow morning, the tardy will be excused with parent/guardian notification.
We will continue to monitor conditions and share updates as new information becomes available. Please monitor the District’s website and social media channels for the latest information.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to keep our students, families and staff safe.
#ALLINMartin👊